Chabad on Campus

Rohr Chabad at the University of Kansas The Heart of Jewish Student Life

2012-2013 ACTION PLAN

why we do it love for our fellow

Jew is our motivation, inspired by Chassidic teachings and the vision and love of the Lubavitcher Rebbe

how we do it our dedication

to serve is not a career choice – it is a life choice, a 24/7 100% commitment

what we do

connect Jewish students on campus to each other, their heritage, and their Jewish future

Dear Friends, Thank you for taking an interest in the activities of Chabad at the University of Kansas.

Founded in 2006, Chabad at the University of Kansas serves as a home away from home for hundreds of KU students and is an integral source of Jewish life, learning and celebrating at the university.

Currently, our activities impact the lives of hundreds of students in a meaningful and exciting way. But there is room for growth in the depth and delivery of our programs and services, and in the number of students we can reach.

With your partnership, we hope to move closer to our goal of enhancing our programs and making them accessible to every Jewish student at the University of Kansas.

Sincerely,

Rabbi Zalman & Nechama Tiechtel

briefhistory 165 Chabad Houses on Campuses in US, Canada, Europe, South America & Israel

77 Chabad Houses on Campuses in US, Canada, England, South America & Israel

1st Chabad House on Campus (UCLA, 1969)

1960

1970

25 Chabad Houses on Campuses in US & Canada

34 Chabad Houses on Campuses in US, Canada & Israel

1980

1990

2000

2010

2020 2012: Chabad purchases additional property right off campus

77,000

WORLD-WIDE

20,000

120

WEEKLY PARTICIPANTS

ENJOY SHABBAT EACH WEEK

7

ATTEND A JEWISH CLASS EACH WEEK

8,000

WORLD-WIDE

2010: Chabad launches Student Leadership Initiative

RELATIONSHIPS PER YEAR

32

9,000

WORLD-WIDE

2011: Chabad founds Jlearn: Exploring Jewish knowledge

540

WORLD-WIDE

65

Chabad brings Kosher to KU Basketball

2006: Chabad at the University of Kansas established

ISRAELINKS PARTICIPANTS

200 ATTEND

500

WORLD-WIDE

HOLIDAY PROGRAMS

4,200

WORLD-WIDE

2009: Chabad launches the local affiliate of the Sinai Scholars Society 2008: Permanent Chabad House facility purchased 2007: Chabad leases new space, doubling its size

RELATIONSHIPS

LIFE CHOICES

CAREER DISILLUSIONMEN

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CONFLICT IMMORALIT Y AMBI MISSIONARIES

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thechallenge The life of today’s college student is fraught with challenges that were unimaginable even one generation ago.

We have to ask ourselves: How do we address the issues they are facing and connect them to their heritage and community in a meaningful way?

What can we do to ensure that the Jewish students of today receive the support and guidance they need to develop into the strong and proud Jewish leaders of tomorrow?

RELATIONSHIPS

LIFE CHOICES

LOVE

WARMTH CAREER FAMILY DISILLUSIONMEN

ANTISEMITISMINSPIRATION ADDICTIONS FUTURE COMMUNITY

ASSIMIL

ANTI-ISRAEL SPIRITUALITY

CONFLICT ORALIT Y IMMSTRENGTH AMBI CLARITY MISSIONARIES

DIRECTION LONELINESS

FRIENDSHIP

CONFUSWISDOM ION OPTIMISM

HEAVY

JOY

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theapproach Chabad at the University of Kansas, part of the Chabad on Campus International network, has a proven track record of success in working with students on campus.

Our strategies and programs engage and inspire students, encourage them to be active in the Jewish community, and contribute to a vibrant, healthy Jewish identity that ensures Jewish continuity.

26,000 Students at KU 2,000 Jewish Students 800 Reached by Chabad 1,250 Not yet being reached

programsandservices

ACCESSIBILITY

FRIENDSHIP

SHABBAT EXPERIENCE

Chabad regularly sets up a table on campus and maintains regular drop-in hours so Rabbi Zalman and Nechama can be as accessible as possible to the students. On any given afternoon, people may stop by to ask a question, do a mitzvah or just connect with the Rabbi.

This is also an opportunity for students to learn about Chabad and Jewish life on campus.

At Chabad, being there for the students isn’t just a job — it’s a way of life. Rabbi Zalman and Nechama are always ready to help in any way they can – from driving sick students to the hospital to helping with errands and moving.

Shabbat at Chabad has a unique feel, the sense of community and spirit is palpable. In addition to students enjoying themselves they also learn about the beauty of Shabbat and how to lead Shabbat dinners for their families in the future. Preceding the dinner, Chabad conducts a Shabbat service designed to help the participants appreciate and experience Jewish prayer.

4 30-40 Students/week

One-on-One meetings with students range from casual discussions to serious counseling. Whatever their need, students know they have a place to turn to at Chabad for friendship, perspective and advice.

4 65 Students/week on average 4 80 Students at larger events

4 400 hours/year are spent one-on-one with students

SOCIAL EVENTS

LEADERSHIP

ISRAEL

Just for fun: Chabad sponsors social events that foster a sense of community and create an opportunity for students to meet new friends.

Chabad encourages students to be leaders. In the KU Chabad student board, students gain leadership skills, learn the importance of being involved in the Jewish community and how to use their talents to help others.

Chabad helps students develop a pride and love for Israel. Through guest lectures, conversation and our unique Taglit-Birthright Israel trip, students learn to appreciate the ancient gift and modern miracle of a Jewish homeland called Israel.

4 Dozens of students assist Chabad in running programs.

4 Tens of KU Students have joined Chabad Birthright trips

4 100% of Chabad Social Events offer complimentary refreshments or meals

HOLIDAY AWARENESS

HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

Chabad brings the joy and meaning of Jewish traditions to the people by making sure that there is a fun and accessible way for students to celebrate Jewish Holidays.

Bursting with joy, meaning and delicious food, the Holidays at Chabad are an incredible experience designed to help students celebrate them properly, and appreciate their importance and relevance.

As important as Torah study is in general, during the University years, which is a time of learning and intellectualism, it is absolutely crucial. Students are searching for the wisdom, meaning and relevance of their tradition, of the Torah. They find it at Chabad. In addition, students can set up their own study sessions with Rabbi Zalman or Nechama. Chabad offers two very popular semester long courses: Sinai Scholars Society and JLearn.

Special activities included apple dipping & Shofar making at dorms and Greek houses before Rosh Hashanah, a Sukkah at the Kansas Union for Sukkot, ChanukahBowl on campus with grand Menorah lighting, Purim celebration in downtown Lawrence, and Matzo Madness across campus in honor of Passover.

4 200 Students/holiday

Chabad offers services, dinners and celebrations for every Jewish holiday during the school year, including Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, Sukkot, Simchat Torah, Chanukah, Purim, and Passover.

4 830 Holiday meals/year

4 45 Students/semester in immersive Jewish education 4 20 Students in informal classes

“Rabbi Zalman and Nechama are literally the two most open, caring and genuine individuals I met at KU. I was particularly amazed at how Chabad at KU was able to take an ancient religion and find meaningful ways to convey its meanings in our technology driven age.”

— Charles, KU Sophomore

impactquality&quantity Invest in futures.

Every contribution to Chabad at the University of Kansas is an investment toward the future of the Jewish people.

more students + better access + increased programs + stronger connections = greater

impact

Chabad at the University of Kansas Organizational Reach

2012

2014

2016

800 Students

1,200 Students

1,800 Students

financialplan 2012-2013 EXPENSES Shabbat Dinners

$ 23,450

Educational Program

7,700

Social Events

5,500

Women’s Programming

2,100

Sinai Scholars Society

15,800

Outreach Campaigns

3,500

Holiday Programs

26,350

Staff Salaries

45,000

Leadership & Development

2,150

Marketing & Fundraising

7,950

Office & Administration

8,600

Building Expenses

54,600 Total Expenses

202,700

2012-2013 REVENUE Event Fees

$ 1,200

Individual Sponsorships

39,000

Corporate & Foundation Grants

21,000

Event Sponsorships

12,500 Total Revenue

73,700

$ 129,000

2012-2013 FUNDRAISING GOAL

2012-2013 FUNDRAISING PLAN: 516 SHARES AT $250 PER SHARE DONOR TYPE

# OF SHARES

VALUE

# OF DONORS

TOTAL

Contributor

1

$250

36

$9,000

Friend

4

$1,000

18

$18,000

Supporter

7

$1,750

12

$21,000

Sponsor

14

$3,500

8

$28,000

Guarantor

20

$5,000

3

$15,000

Benefactor

40

$10,000

2

$20,000

Partner

72

$18,000

1

$18,000 $129,000

“Chabad has filled a niche at KU that continues to inspire and unite the KU Jewish community.”

— Michael, KU Junior

“I am so thankful that Chabad has a strong presence at KU. It has made me feel undoubtably accepted in a new region of the country hundreds of miles away from my home...”

— Molly, KU Junior

“I can truly say that my experience with Sinai Scholars has significantly impacted my life. I truly believe that the morals of my religion will lead me in the right direction towards becoming a better person.”

— Howie, KU Sophomore

“I felt like everything Rabbi Zalman said addressed a problem in my life or answered a question that I had been wondering about since I was a boy.”

— Jacob, KU ROTC Senior

Rohr Chabad Center for Jewish Life at KU Rabbi Zalman & Nechama Tiechtel, Co-Directors 785.832.TORA (8672) . 24 Line: 785.917.0200 . info@JewishKU.com 1203 W 19th Street, Lawrence, KS 66046

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