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Table of CoNTeNTS

HAC Graduate Profile Innovation after graduation

A Day of Impact

CHW impact investing and social enterprises in the Negev

Meet Maple

The CHW funded protection dog

The Story Behind the Doctor

A Hadassah Hospital hero

CHW Impact Report

See where your donations go and how you are making an impact

feaTureS

Project Visits

See CHW supporters visiting projects firsthand in Israel

Journey 4 Impact 2022

Trip highlights and photos

Upcoming Journey 4 Impact 2023

Includes Itinerary reveal and info for upcoming CHW trip to Israel

CHW Fiscal Report

For the 2021/2022 Fiscal Year

ORAH

SPRING 2023

PUBLISHER

Canadian Hadassah-WIZO (CHW)

CREATIVE TEAM

Rebecca Bowslaugh

Daniel Pike

Simon Williams-Im

CONTRIBUTORS

Alanna Elias

Rachel Lasry Zahavi

NATIONAL PRESIDENT

Lynn Gillman

IMMEDIATE PAST NATIONAL PRESIDENT

Elayna Latsky

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Jennie Blitz

Marcia Glick

Dorothy Hanson

Barb Rosenstein

Stephanie Rusen

Ariella Schachter

Linda Senzilet

Tova Train

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Lisa Colt-Kotler

The articles which appear in ORAH Magazine, while representing the opinions of the authors (or issuing agencies), may not necessarily reflect the official views of Canadian Hadassah-WIZO (CHW). We welcome any letters or comments regarding the contents of ORAH Magazine.

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COVER IMAGE: Special thanks to Azrieli Group for hosting CHW J4I participants.

a SuSTaiNable fuTure

Only two short months after Lynn stepped into her new role as National President, we wrapped up a packed itinerary in Israel during the month of January. Traversing across the magnificent country, we met with our partners and donors, toured social impact investments, and visited many of CHW’s beloved projects, including Hadassah Medical Center, Shamir Medical Center, Netanya Technological High School, and Hadassah Academic College.

When we visited Nahalal Youth Village, we dedicated and opened the new Graduate Housing Unit, which was supported by CHW donors and very generous donations provided by Roslyn Joseph and the Estate of Martha Vajda during our 2021 end of year campaign. At Hadassim Children and Youth Village, we were joined by the Fisher family for a dedication of the therapeutic counselling program for at-risk youth, generously supported by the Jaclyn Fisher Foundation. At Neri Bloomfield Academy of Design, we learned more about the school’s recent merger with Haifa University and the many changes to come in future.

We also attended the WIZO annual MOR (Meeting of Representatives) with global representatives and passionate volunteers who continue to provide funding for WIZO from dedicated donors around the world.

Our successful 2022 end of year campaign, Empower Bright Minds, wrapped up recently after raising an unprecedented $142,000+ for our education projects. Your generous philanthropy will make an impact for students in Israel and empower them to build bright futures. To our dedicated supporters who make an enormous difference in the lives of our students, todah rabah for your generosity.

It is always amazing how quickly time passes. Just a few months ago, we completed our exciting inaugural Journey 4 Impact and now we are planning the 2023 trip, which will take place from October 23-30 in Israel. This incredible one-week experience is limited to only 50 participants each year. CHW’s second round of social impact investing will be a highlight and allows us to make a $300,000 investment to support exciting women-led, socially conscious businesses. These businesses employ and empower all women, thereby providing economic independence for Israeli women regardless of religion or cultural backgrounds. I hope you will join us this year for an adventure of a lifetime and help create sustainable change. You can learn more about the experience in this edition of ORAH.

CHW is the first Canadian Jewish organization to launch a gender-lens investment strategy that ensures better outcomes in areas such as gender disparities, social mobility, and economic opportunities for women and girls; all closely aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Every dollar invested by CHW’s Social Impact Fund will generate a clear and measurable social and financial return on investment and create sustainable funding.

CHW continues to move forward to meet the needs of a new generation of donors and volunteers while safeguarding our roots. Our organization is ever-changing and evolving to increase engagement and impact, and to ensure our future. To learn more about our advancements, we hope you will read your ORAH cover to cover.

Everything we do is possible with your steadfast support and for that we are so very grateful. Thank you for your philanthropy today and always.

Warm regards,

Lynn Gillman National President

Lisa Colt-Kotler Chief Executive Officer

SUPPORT CHW

Your generosity allows Canadian Hadassah-WIZO (CHW) to support education, healthcare, and social services, benefiting women and children in Israel and in Canada. You can contribute to CHW in many ways:

• Support a campaign

• Monthly giving

• Cards and Certificates

• Join our Legacy Circle

OUR VISION

• Fund a project in Israel

• Participate in a mission

• Attend an event

• Volunteer

We strive to excel at creating impact through our projects and programs in Israel and Canada. We aspire to be recognized as leaders by our members and friends, donors, partners and our beneficiaries in Israel and Canada.

We strongly believe that every human being deserves to achieve their full potential, while living in safety and security. Our support of excellence in education, innovation in research, advancement in healthcare, safeguarding of social services, and investment in our beneficiaries, will create global impact, improve lives, and provide hope.

By providing donors and volunteers with a vehicle to effect meaningful change through their philanthropy, CHW enables its supporters to make the world a better place.

CHW Changes Lives, Provides Hope, and Builds Futures.

For over 100 years, CHW has made a positive and lasting impact on the very fabric of Israeli society by transforming the lives of women and children.

Photo Credit: Mickey Noam

WHO WE ARE

Founded by visionary Jewish women in 1917, Canadian Hadassah-WIZO (CHW) is a non-political, non-partisan, national network of dedicated volunteers who believe that excellence and advancement of education, healthcare, and social services transcends politics, religion, and national boundaries.

By supporting Canadian Hadassah-WIZO (CHW), you are funding life-changing programs in Education, Healthcare Social Services in Israel and Canada.

CURRENT CHW PROJECTS IN CANADA

• Across Canada

Canadian Young Judaea programs

Franny’s Fund

• Calgary

Scholarships at Mount Royal University and Alberta University of the Arts

Annual Holiday Toy Drive

• Edmonton

Terry Horowitz Memorial Bursary

The CHW Canada Award

• Toronto

Jerome D. Diamond Adolescent Centre - Jewish Family & Child Services

• Montreal

Myra’s Kids Foundation Summer Camp

For more information on our CHW Projects in Israel and Canada click the links on these pages, or visit our website at CHW.CA

CURRENT CHW PROJECTS IN ISRAEL

EDUCATION:

• CHW Hadassim Children and Youth Village

The Lea Zev Shilman & Joseph Zunia Shilman Therapeutic Programs and the Music Program

• CHW Nahalal Children and Youth Village

The Dairy Farm

• CHW Netanya Technological High School

Culinary Arts Program

• CHW Neri Bloomfield Academy of Design

Fashion Department

• Hadassah Academic College (HAC)

The Blender Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship

The Dan Department of Creative Human Design

HEALTHCARE:

• Hadassah Hospital, Ein Kerem Isolation Rooms in the Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care Unit (PCCCU)

• Shamir Medical Center

The Institute of Pulmonary Functions & Diseases

SOCIAL SERVICES:

• World WIZO

Safety Net, Essentials Kits, and Respite Summer Camp

• Michal Sela Forum

The Michal Sela Canines Project

INNovaTioN afTer GraDuaTIoN

Hadar

Sasson grew up in Be’er Sheva, a city in Israel’s remote Negev Desert. When it came time to apply for higher education, Hadar knew she wanted to study at Hadassah Academic College (HAC). She was eager to join The DAN Department of Creative Human Design because of its unique focus on the intersection of healthcare with inclusive industrial design.

As the pandemic subsided and students returned to in-person classes, many were surprised to see a new addition to the campus: The Blender Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship. Under the direction and leadership of Dr. Tali Hadasa Blank, The Blender serves as hub of innovation where a diverse group of students, staff, and alumni can network, collaborate, and gain the skills needed to realize their dreams. As its logo suggests, The Blender seeks to blend a wide range of colourful ideas from all disciplines.

Hadar had a chance to connect with The Blender through an international student innovation competition hosted by The United Arab Emirates. Hadar worked closely with the staff to take her project to the next level and develop professional marketing materials and a business plan. In fact, dozens of HAC students, together with Hadar, enjoyed their first exposure to the international innovation ecosystem through The Blender.

Over the past few months, Hadar has become more engaged with The Blender and receives ongoing support from the staff and professional consultants. She regularly joins workshops and is working side by side with a mentor to fine tune her strategic plans.

“I’m so proud to lead The Blender and thrilled to pursue my work of advancing innovation and entrepreneurship at HAC. When I see graduates like Hadar pursuing her dream, I know I’m in the right place. The connections made with Canadians is so important and motivates us all here in Israel.” - Dr.

Tali Hadasa Blank, Head of Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Looking back, I now realize that I was most drawn to researching and developing solutions that impact healthcare and women. I knew I wanted to focus on a product that could improve the lives of women and children for my graduating project. In my third year Telemedicine course, I was stunned to learn about the dire situation for women and children in Africa who were still battling with HIV/AIDS.

My graduate project deals with the economic and geographical barriers that make hospitals and labs inaccessible. There are also cultural barriers, such as stigma, discrimination, and lack of women’s autonomy.

I was in touch with a community in Uganda and we started to explore some of the most pressing healthcare issues. We decided to focus our efforts on assisting a local medical clinic and doing a needs assessment of the patients, the facilities, and gaps in services. All of this happened during the pandemic, so everything was done over Zoom and WhatsApp. They were crucial partners in the project. My goal was to help one community meet their immediate needs.”

“After I graduated, I wasn’t sure of the direction I wanted to take or if I wanted to continue developing my graduating project. But after a short break and after meeting Canadians from CHW’s Journey 4 Impact trip, things changed. I was invited to pitch my project ideas to a small group and was delighted to hear such great feedback. I was so moved that people were genuinely curious about my work and offered wonderful advice. From that moment on, I felt ready and motivated to pursue my dream. This encounter gave me the confidence to continue developing my ideas and product.”

“The Blender staff are incredible and speak to you eye to eye. I don’t feel like they’re above me, but rather with me. The Blender is a place where I can express all my ideas and my thoughts. Aside from all the professional skills that I’ve gained through the program, equally important is the coaching and emotional support I receive from the team. I have many ups and downs, and I question what direction I should take, but the staff remain empathetic. There is a profound understanding of the emotional toll that an entrepreneur goes through.

DONOR RECOGNITION - Jeannette Hoffman

“The Max & Fay Kifer Scholarship, in honour of my parents, is presented in hopes of helping to develop young entrepreneurs. To help them achieve their ideas for future businesses for the betterment of our world.

I am proud that The Blender is made up of students from all backgrounds. Women from Jewish, Christian, and Muslim faiths who can study and work together, showing the possibilities of a united world.”

Click on the above to learn more about Hadar’s innovative project.

a DaY of ImpaCT

As part of her first visit to Israel as the new CHW National President, Lynn Gillman travelled with a group of Canadians (pictured below left) from Tel Aviv to the Negev on January 23, 2023. The group consisted of CHW CEO Lisa Colt-Kotler, CHW Israel Director Rachel Lasry Zahavi, Chef Shawna Goodman, Public Affairs Officer from the Canadian Embassy in Israel Signe Katz, and CHW donors Ruth Garbe, Janis Levine, and Elaine Tal El (read Elaine’s reflections on page 15). The group was accompanied by photographer and HAC graduate Dana Tal El.

We left Tel Aviv early on a beautiful Wednesday morning, headed for a day of gender lens impact investing and visiting social enterprises in the south. First, we travelled to Yerucham to visit Tech 19, one of the recipients of our 2022 social impact investments*. Tech 19 was established a year ago to provide quality hi-tech employment opportunities to women in the geographic periphery of Israel. Based in Yerucham, Tech 19 provides technical and innovative solutions to fintech, healthcare, and software companies, including prototyping, software, and hardware development. The women employed receive skills training and on-the-job support. They also become role models in their community, acting as an inspiration to the younger generation, while ensuring economic stability for their family.

At Tech 19, we heard from serial entrepreneur, Hana Rado (1), Chairman and Founder of Group 19. We also had the chance to meet Inbar Cohen (2), CEO of Tech 19, and the growing team of women meaningfully employed at the new tech hub.

The next stop on our social impact tour was Lechem Zeh for a baking workshop and lunch. But before we left Tech 19, we were surprised by a special delivery – Tech 19 and Lechem Zeh joined forces and sent our lunch invitation via drone! (3) Click on the above link to watch the video and enjoy the surprise on our faces.

We had worked up quite an appetite by the time we arrived at Lechem Zeh, and we were all excited (especially Chef Shawna) to participate in the lunch preparation. Lechem Zeh was founded to serve the local community, from the belief that food, and particularly bread, brings people together.

Founded by Ariel Pollack (4), the social enterprise grew out of memories of home in North America, a love of community, and a deep desire to help small businesses grow and succeed. Based in the peripheral town of Yerucham, Lechem Zeh seeks to be an anchor for social activity in the Negev through community activism, health promotion through culinary activities, social tourism, and economic empowerment for women.

Ariel spoke about her vision while we joined in for a hands-on baking workshop. We also met local women who are generating extra income through baking and collective initiatives at Lechem Zeh.

a DaY of ImpaCT

After enjoying our fill of the most delicious bagels you’ll ever taste, we travelled to Segev Shalom to learn all about the Koret Israel Economic Development Fund (KIEDF). KIEDF aspires to create employment opportunities and social equality in the Israeli private sector, focusing on economically and socially marginalized populations. Specialized programs target women entrepreneurs from the Arab, Bedouin, and Druze communities, with little or no access to financial services, who can improve their social and economic situation through KIEDF’s micro-financing and business support.

We heard from Chagit Rubenstein (5), Vice President of Operations, who spearheads and oversees several micro-finance programs for Arab, Bedouin, and Druze women. We also had the opportunity to meet with local Bedouin women who established successful micro-businesses with ongoing support from KIEDF. One of the women, Roza (6), owns and operates the Roza Clinic, which specializes in therapeutic massages and spa treatments.

It was a very special day; one that I will never forget!

-Lynn Gillman

*CHW is proud to be the first organization to launch a gender lens social impact investing fund in Israel as part of the inaugural CHW Journey 4 Impact 2022.

CHW invested in two groundbreaking social enterprises to amplify our impact in Israel: Tech 19 (details on pg 12) and Social Space TLV.

Social Space TLV is a social innovation and education hub that sparks discussion around human trafficking and genderbased violence.

Established in 2019 on the former site of the Pussycat strip club, Social Space TLV now engages over 60,000 visitors a year on site through its educational programs. Social Space TLV continues to convert abandoned buildings across Israel into spaces that encourage discussion and numerous educational experiences.

A special thank you to Elayna and Jonathan Latsky for the very generous gift of $100,000, which ensured the success of our social impact investing launch.

proJeCT vISITS

Irving Matlow and his children, Elaine and David, visited the Esther Matlowz”l Ophthalmology Department at Shamir Medical Center on November 1, 2022, to witness the inauguration ceremony of a new and advanced operating room. The Ophthalmology Department is named after the late Esther Matlowz”l, who served as CHW National President (1990-1993) and made a significant contribution to the close relationship forged between the hospital and CHW.

Click on the above to watch the ribbon cutting ceremony.

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Maple

Meet Maple, a one-year-old Belgian Malinos. Maple loves taking long walks in nature and playing silly games. Maple is also a new graduate of the Michal Sela Canines, an innovative program developed by Michal Sela Forum (MSF) together with domestic violence experts, legal experts, and elite security units in Israel. The program provides highly trained protection dogs for women who live under constant threat of violence from their ex-partners and is the only long-term, mobile solution that protects women. Whereas domestic violence shelters can offer temporary solutions, Michal Sela Canines allow women and their children to feel safe as they remain in their homes, jobs, and in their educational frameworks and communities.

THE CHW FUNDED PROTECTION DOG

After an intensive training period, Maple is officially serving as the protection dog of Sari,* a woman who has been threatened by her ex-partner for years. Maple moved in with Sari and her three children in January 2023. After welcoming Maple into their home, Sari’s children asked, “Mom, can Maple sleep in our room at night? Maple isn’t just a protection dog, he’s a love dog.”

Before joining the program, Sari lived in constant fear and terror. She never went anywhere unless she absolutely had no choice. Trivial tasks like going to the supermarket or taking her children to school were a source of fear and anxiety. At night, Sari would barricade herself in by pushing furniture up against the door and sealing her windows shut. The physical and emotional toll of constant terror on her and her children became unbearable.

*Name and details changed to protect privacy.

Over the past few months, Sari has been preparing for the moment she could welcome her protection dog at home. As proud partners, CHW was excited to take part in the launch event and demo day on October 24, 2022, where Sari met Maple for the very first time. Together with the Ministry of National Security, MSF is operating a joint venture totaling NIS 2 million. When asked ‘How does it feel to save a life?” Lili Ben Ami shared how proud she is that this program will save and protect 82 women and 246 children.

Pictured above left: CHW supporter Jerry Rosenstein with Lili Ben Ami, MSF Founder and CEO

Above middle: Lili Ben Ami with Tali Baum, 2022 S.O.S Campaign Co-Chair

Above right: Four women (with their back turned); Shelly Saliternik, IDF Canine Unit Expert; Omer Bar Lev, Minister of Public Security; Lili Ben Ami, Founder and CEO Michal Sela Forum; Tomer Lotan, Director General at the Ministry of Public Security; Eitan Horen, Deputy Director at the Ministry of Public Security; Tali Baum, 2022 S.O.S Campaign Co-Chair, Shay Goldernberg, ‘Colour’- Fiverr’s Fund Project Manager; and Dani Mishel, CEO Aroma Espresso Bar; and three expert trainers with their dogs.

CHW Honours roslyn JosepH for Her years of dediCation and volunteerism

In recognition for her many years of dedicated service and volunteerism, Roslyn Joseph was honoured with a special award during the Journey 4 Impact 2022 trip to Israel.

The new Roslyn Joseph Waiting Room and Reception was dedicated at Shamir Medical Center, (SMC) and a plaque was unveiled in recognition of Roslyn’s commitment to ensure excellence in patient care for SMC’s Institute of Pulmonary Functions and Diseases. The new Pulmonary Institute, supported by CHW, celebrated its grand opening in January 2023.

Our heartfelt appreciation for your passion, commitment, and generosity. Thank you, Roslyn.

CHW Trip to Israel

October 22-27, 2022

CHW experienced the inaugural Journey 4 Impact in Israel from October 22-27, 2022. Journey 4 Impact (J4I) was the trip of a lifetime, taking philanthropy to the next level by investing in a sustainable tomorrow and giving participants the freedom to control their experience by choosing their own journey.

Journey Highlights:

• Hands-on experience at Hadassah Hospital

• Emergency disaster simulation with Hadassah medical staff

• Test driving innovative projects and hearing pitches from students at Hadassah Academic College

• Survival farm challenge and tree planting at Nahalal Youth Village

• Live drag queen performance in The Cube Hall at Elma Hotel, which ended with an impromptu dance party

• Urban market challenge in Akko

• Uri Buri and Helena Restaurant

• Touring the ancient Caesaria port

• Jeep challenge and co-operative missions

• Team building and empowering women with WIZO

• Live music and wine under the stars in Zichron Yaakov

• Amazing views and photo ops from the top of the Azrieli Center Circular Tower

• Interactive food experience with students from Netanya Technological High School

• Launching Social Impact Investing

It was a memorable week. Visiting our CHW projects and meeting partners in-person made the trip so special and impactful. To get a glimpse of the fun we had, check out trip highlight photos on the previous page or click the buttons to the right. Thank you to everyone for joining us in Israel!

Journey 4 Impact 2022 photo and video footage is courtesy of Shmuel Cohen Photo Agency.

REGISTER NOW:

$5,499 USD/PERSON*

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

• 7 nights hotel accommodations – Royal Beach Hotel, Tel Aviv and Kedma Hotel, Sde. Boker

• Luxury, air-conditioned coach bus

• English speaking tour guide

• Daily Israeli breakfast; 6 lunches, including at the hotel on Shabbat; 6 dinners, including at the hotel on Shabbat

• Hostess service desk at both hotels

• Group airport assistance and transfers (for travel dates only

- Air Canada)

• All entrance fees, challenges, activities (unless listed as optional), speakers, and site visits (as per itinerary)

• Water and snacks on the bus

• Welcome kit on arrival

*PRICE BASED ON: Minimum of 50 participants, double hotel room occupancy (single supplement is $1,600 USD)

— Maximum 50 participants

FUNDRAISING DETAILS:

All participants must raise (or donate) a minimum $2,500 CAN to participate on the Journey 4 Impact. Funds will be pooled for social impact investing. All participants will have the opportunity to be a judge at the Social Impact Pitch Night. CHW will provide coaching, support, and prizing.

The top 10 fundraisers (minimum raise $5,000 CAN) will have enhanced benefits.

TO REVIEW ALL TERMS AND CONDITIONS, PLEASE CLICK HERE OR VISIT: WWW.CHW.CA/JOURNEY-4-IMPACT

CHANGE A PERSON’S LIFE

Experience amazing challenges with a purpose, create social impact and economic independence for women entrepreneurs, and be the change to create a sustainable tomorrow.

ISRAEL: OCTOBER 23-30, 2023

MONDAY, OCTOBER 23: Arrival

• MORNING & AFTERNOON: Arrive in Tel Aviv. Lunch on your own and free time. Dedication of Latsky Project with an optional tour of Social Space.

• EVENING: Dinner venue and program (TBA).

• OVERNIGHT: Royal Beach Hotel, Tel Aviv

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 24: Public Health & Welfare

• MORNING & LUNCH: Hackathon with Hadassah Academic College The Blender Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship AND Michal Sela Forum “Nothing About Us Without Us” – Venue TBA with catered LUNCH

• AFTERNOON: CHALLENGE 1 “Shopping Challenge for S.O.S” at Azrieli Mall, followed by WIZO presentation.

• LATE AFTERNOON: Social enterprise tour and social impact investment opportunity (TBC)

• DINNER & EXPERIENCE: Speed dating with Hadassah Hospital medical team and cocktails, followed by dinner – Venue TBA

• OVERNIGHT: Royal Beach Hotel, Tel Aviv

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 25: Micro-finance & Diversity

• MORNING: Druze experience and hospitality with Koret; micro-finance social impact investment opportunity

• LUNCH: Lunch and learn (TBC)

• AFTERNOON: Free time to explore Haifa

• DINNER & EXPERIENCE: TBA

• OVERNIGHT: Royal Beach Hotel, Tel Aviv

WWW.CHW.CA/JOURNEY-4-IMPACT

Itinerary subject to change.

DAY 04 DAY 05 DAY 06

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 26: Safety, Security & Hope

• MORNING: Interactive Program – Security / IDF Canine Dog Training for Michal Sela Forum Canine Protection Program / Security Briefing

• LUNCH: Malka Restaurant for lunch and learn (Malka is a social enterprise)

• AFTERNOON: CHW Hadassim Children and Youth Village – Meet and greet and intro to Youth Village

• LATE AFTERNOON: CHALLENGE 2 “The Big Picture”

• DINNER & EXPERIENCE: A casual dinner with students in cafeteria, followed by The Big Picture reveal and outdoor dance party with students

• OVERNIGHT: Royal Beach Hotel, Tel Aviv

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27: Desert Team Building

• MORNING: CHALLENGE 3 - Desert Experience and Team Building Challenge

• LUNCH: Nana Winery in Mitzpe Ramon for lunch and wine tasting

• SHABBAT DINNER: Shabbat buffet dinner at hotel

• OVERNIGHT: Kedma Hotel, Sde. Boker

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28: R&R and Free Time

• MORNING & AFTERNOON: Relax + Free time + Pool. Options for tours/hikes and Shabbat friendly activities

• DINNER & ENTERTAINMENT: Dinner under the stars in the desert with live music

• OVERNIGHT: Kedma Hotel, Sde. Boker DAY 07

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 29: Impact Investing & Innovation

• MORNING: Arrive at Tech 19 (CHW’s 2022 recipient of social impact investing) in Yerucham for a presentation; new impact investment opportunity; drone demo

• LUNCH: Innovation Centre – Lechem Zeh catered lunch (social enterprise)

• AFTERNOON: Tour and light reception at Peres Center for Peace and Innovation

• LATE AFTERNOON: Social Impact Pitch Night

• EXPERIENCE: Beach party at Cassis Restaurant on spectacular Givat Alia beach in Jaffa

• OVERNIGHT: Royal Beach Hotel, Tel Aviv

Itinerary subject to change.

WWW.CHW.CA/JOURNEY-4-IMPACT

FISCAL YEAR HIGHLIGHTS

eNDoWmeNT fuNDS* $13,169,590

2021: $11,930,316 10.4% 2022:

proJeCT fuNDiNG 2021-2022

ACTUAL: GOAL: $2,022,734 $1,324,600 52.7%

alloCaTioNS of fuNDS iN 2021-2022*

Social Services: $162,500 = 8.1%

(World WIZO - CHW Nahalal Youth Village, CHW Hadassim Children and Youth Village, Safety Net Program; Jerome D. Diamond Adolescent Centre)

Education: $536,198 = 26.5%

(CHW Netanya Technological High School; Canadian Young Judaea; Hadassah Academic College; CHW Neri Bloomfield Academy of Design)

Healthcare: $1,324,036 = 65.4%

(Hadassah Medical Center; Shamir Medical Center)

*Based on project commitments

for THe CompleTe auDITeD

fINaNCIal STaTemeNT: chw.ca/financials

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THe STorY beHIND THe DoCTor

As a child, Samuel decided to become a doctor so he could help his mother walk again. Today, Dr. Samuel Moscovici is a senior neurosurgeon and Director of the Skull Base and Pituitary Surgery Unit at Hadassah University Hospital. This is his story.

Even though having a mother with paralysis in 2/3 of her body was the norm for me, every birthday, every time I lost a tooth, or every time I was told to ‘close your eyes and think about something you really want,’ I always wished that my mother could walk again.

(Story originally published by Hadassah International)

“I was born in Caracas, Venezuela. When I was almost two years old and my sister was three and a half years old, my mother was in the late stages of pregnancy with my brother. She was only 30 years old, so she was worried when she began to feel a weakness in her leg. Since she was pregnant, the doctors refrained from testing her. They kept telling her that they would check everything after she gave birth.

Immediately after she gave birth, the weakness did not pass; the situation worsened. She began to undergo a series of tests in which the doctors discovered a spinal cord tumor.

On the day of my second birthday, my mother had to undergo two surgeries to remove the tumor and unfortunately remained paralyzed from the chest down – 100 percent disability.

My mother was a very strong woman, and she made up for her inability to move her legs in other ways. She always gave us all of herself, taught us new things, played with us, and educated us. Thanks to her, we had a wonderful childhood and never lacked anything.

One thing I distinctly remember is how strict she was about swimming lessons because she could not get into the water with us. The biggest fear she had was that we would drown, and she would not be able to jump in to save us. For a long time, we took swimming lessons every day until we were excellent swimmers, and she could relax a little.

As I grew older and began to understand more, it hurt more. Every day, all the time, I saw what the life of a person who cannot walk and do things for themselves was like – I saw my mother.

Out of the pain, thoughts arose: ‘Maybe I can help? Maybe I can do something?’ Continued on next page

... Continued from previous page.

As a child, I decided to become a doctor so my mother could walk again. I remember reading her surgical report and trying to understand every word. Words I did not understand – and there were many. I searched the books at home and in the dictionary. There was no Google then like there is today.

I grew up, and the path continued to be clear. I was accepted to medical school and knew exactly the direction I wanted to take. Specializing in neurosurgery, I would be able to help my mother walk. This hope kept me safe and drove me, always to be the best I could, to deepen my understanding of the field, and explore new methods.

Naturally, in academia, I was always very interested in brain and spinal cord tumors in young women. One of the important studies I worked on was for pregnant women with tumors and the significance and influence of pregnancy on the tumors. For me, it was not just another study; it really interested me. I was fascinated by the subject day and night.

At some point, I realized and internalized that after such a long time with a neurological deficit, it would be impossible for my mother to walk again. However, the wish that accompanied me all my life did not disappear; it changed.

Today my wishes and hopes are directed toward my patients. When someone comes to me with paralysis, weakness, or a particular disease, and I operate on him or her, I wait for them to wake up, and my wish is there before my eyes – I wait for the patient I operated on to get up on their feet.

I understand what it means to live with a disability. However, for me, neurosurgery is not a job but a value for life.

It is to be always excellent and precise, ‘perfect’ – I always tell my residents and students. There is no ‘a little right, a little left;’ I have to be precise because every movement has its consequences, and they are critical. I know that from up close.”

Read the story of how Dr. Moscovici saved a father of three who had an iron rod through his skull. “I didn’t think about whether he would survive or not. It is much more simple: I convinced myself that he would survive and we did everything to reach that goal,” said Dr. Moscovici.

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CHW is a proud supporter of Hadassah Hospital. Our annual campaign is helping to fund the Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care Unit (PCCCU). Here are some recent stats from the PCCCU:

1,000+

ADMISSIONS EACH YEAR, MAKING IT ONE OF THE BUSIEST AND BEST INTENSIVE CARE UNITS IN ISRAEL 250+

OPEN HEART SURGERIES CONDUCTED EACH YEAR

200+

CATHETERIZATION PROCEDURES PERFORMED ANNUALLY 50+

ADMISSIONS FOR SEVERE CARDIAC INFECTIONS

24/7

CARE AVAILABLE BY PEDIATRIC CARDIAC SPECIALISTS WHO HANDLE ALL EMERGENCIES AND MONITOR PATIENTS

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The Institute of Pulmonary Functions and Diseases at Shamir Medical Center treats 4,600 respiratory, lung, and lung function disease patients each year. The Institute provides counseling for the inpatient and surgical wards, and also performs assessments of high-risk patients before surgery.

The Institute conducts advanced research in the fields of lung physiology and sleep medicine, and clinical studies of pharmaceutical companies and non-invasive respiratory best practices among hospitalized patients.

HoW You CaN maKe aN ImpaCT NoW

CHW is supporting the new, state-of-the-art Institute of Pulmonary Functions and Diseases.

In recent years, the hospital has seen a steady increase in lung disease and lung cancer. In addition, recent data indicates a significant increase in reported damages to lung function due to COVID-19 and long COVID. A 50% increase has been predicted in the number of patients we treat every year, which will require a much larger designated area, fully equipped with devices and highly trained medical personnel to meet the needs of the population.

The previous site of the Pulmonary Institute is a small and outdated facility that dates back to the early-mid 1900s. Despite repeated attempts to maintain the facility, the patchwork over the years has resulted in a substandard facility and a poor overall experience for patients.

The Institute was evacuated in order to allow for the building of a new Emergency Medicine Department and Surgical Tower. The first step to becoming the largest hospital in Israel is rebuilding and expanding the gateway and heart of the medical centre. This means establishing a new emergency medicine department and a hospitalization tower on the site of the oldest buildings. The new Pulmonary Institute was built at the top of the existing laboratory building. This is a prime location as it is situated next to the new Emergency Medicine Department and Surgical Tower. The new Pulmonary Institute was opened in January 2023.

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The new, state-of-the-art Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care Unit (PCCCU) at Hadassah Hospital is the only one of its kind in Jerusalem. Pediatric cardiac critical care patients have unique needs, which is why we have a dedicated unit, distinct from the general critical care unit. For these infants, precise diagnoses and immediate, advanced treatments are critical. That’s why our compassionate, dedicated medical professionals are vital – to help keep the tiniest, most fragile hearts pumping strong.

Congenital heart defects comprise the most common type of birth defect. Currently, the global incidence of congenital heart disease at birth has been estimated at eight to 12 cases per 1,000 live births. These statistics highlight the overwhelming demand for advanced pediatric cardiac critical care.

HoW You CaN Help uS Save lIveS NoW

CHW is supporting four new PCCCU Isolation Bays. Epidemics of antibiotic-resistant infections are occurring more frequently, dramatically impacting patients’ morbidity and mortality. As a result, inpatient departments are often shut down while they are disinfected, so it is critical to have isolations rooms for patients who have acquired such infections.

Each isolation room is outfitted with an anteroom for disinfecting hands and gowning before entering the patient room. Entrance to each room is through two sets of doors. The isolation rooms are equipped with a special filtration system to clean and recycle the air and keep the infected air from entering the general hallway. All medical equipment is used only in that room for that patient to avoid transferring the infection via the machines.

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MAJOR GIFTS

Person of Valour

Gifts at or above $10,000 applied to CHW’s support of WIZO projects and programs.

ONE-TIME GIVING

Person of Distinction

Recognizes gifts at or above $10,000 in support of non-WIZO projects.

Women for Women

When you give a gift of $1,800, you will receive a beautiful Women for Women pin recognizing your gift, which we know you will wear with pride.

Double Chai

As a member of the Double Chai category, you will receive a beautiful Ketubahstyle certificate designed in Israel, in recognition of your $3,600 gift.

Keyholder

As a CHW Keyholder, you will receive a beautiful and stylish sterling silver pendant, made in Israel, as a reminder of your $5,000 gift and commitment to CHW.

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MONTHLY GIVING

Circle of Chai

Join the Circle of Chai. When you give monthly you change the lives of children, women, and families who are battling hunger, a devastating disease, or domestic violence. Circle of Chai supporters contribute gifts of $18, $36, or $54 monthly.

Sustainer

Sustainers are the lifeblood of CHW, providing a base of annual support for the organization. To join the CHW Sustainer program, donors commit to an annual gift of $1,000 or more in perpetuity and receive special benefits and access to programs.

LEGACY GIVING Legacy Circle

The ongoing growth and success of Canadian Hadassah-WIZO (CHW) projects depend increasingly on the generosity of those who help us plan for the future. The CHW Legacy Circle honours those who have included CHW in their estate plans.

Step Up to Sustainer

Becoming a CHW Sustainer is a big decision with enormous impact over your lifetime. By STEPPING UP, you commit to gradually increase your annual giving scalable over two to four years, until you reach the Sustainer level of a minimum $1,000 donation each year.

We are pleased to present the 2023 Annual Impact Report, showcasing how your support and generosity in 2022 helped CHW impact the lives of atrisk women and children through our commitment to education, healthcare, and social services in Israel and Canada.

If you're curious about where your donations go, be sure to read the full report!

www.chw.ca/impact-report

You have supported CHW in different ways during your lifetime. Whether you have volunteered, fundraised, or made personal donations, we could not continue to achieve our mission without the role you have played over the years.

When you create a Will, you can decide how to make a meaningful impact on the CHW projects in Israel and Canada that you care deeply about. You can continue to make annual donations, provide monthly support, and maintain your Sustainer commitment with a gift in your will. A legacy gift will entitle you to become a member of our CHW Legacy Circle.

CHW relies heavily each year on estate gifts to ensure that our projects and programs in Israel and Canada will be well supported for generations to come. Click the above icon to learn more about the Legacy Circle or visit www.chw.ca/legacy.

We’ve partnered with Epilogue, Canada’s only online Will platform founded by experienced estate planning lawyers, to help you create the Will you need and create the legacy you want to leave behind. With Epilogue, you can complete your Will online in as little as 20 minutes and from the comfort of your own home. CHW supporters can enjoy 20% off any Epilogue package by clicking the icon on the right.

Your GiviNG liveS oN bY CHaNGiNG liveS, proviDiNG Hope, aND builDiNG fuTureS.

THaNK You

In recognition of generous cumulative giving* received between January 1 and December 31, 2022 from $1,000+

GIFTS OF $1,000,000+

Aubrey & Marla Dan Foundation

GIFTS OF $500,000+

Estate of Gerald Stroll

GIFTS OF $100,000+

Roslyn Joseph

Estate of Martha Vajda

GIFTS OF $50,000+

Irving and Estherz”l Matlow

Lucy Niskerz”l

Estate of Tatjana Tryjanski

GIFTS OF $20,000+

The P. Austin Family Foundation

Bell Canada

Bergwen Industries Ltd MedMobility and Jeannette Hoffman

Nancy Cohen & Stephen Goldhar

Eldee Foundation

Famglas Foundation

Jaclyn Fisher Foundation

Elayna & Jonathan Latsky

Miriam Neveren Memorial Fund

Susan & John Rose

GIFTS OF $10,000+

Fran Belzberg

Patricia Berkovic

Eric Bissell

Cristall Group Investments Inc.

DFC Auto Group Inc.

Estate of Nora Finkler Levine

Raizi & George Fleischmann

The Jay & Barbara Hennick Family Foundation

Sarah & Gary Hutman

Dianne Kardish Memorial Fund

Kimel Family

Joseph Levitt

The Alvin & Mona Libin Foundation

Pursuits M.W. Inc.

Marnie & Richard Stern

Wealthinsurance.com

Renée Wolfe

Carole Zucker

Ben & Mary Zukierman Family Fund

GIFTS OF $5,000+

Aron Abecassis

The Asper Foundation

Barrday Inc.

Susan & Joseph Balinsky

Renee Bleeman

Mel H. Brown

Marion Caplan

Stephanie Caplan

CI Private Wealth

Michael Cons

Mandy Fleischer

Ganz Family Foundation

Estate of Benjamin Gallay

Genesis de L’Ouest

Lynn Gillman

Marcia & Bernard Glick

Shirley R. Glick

The Goldberg Family Foundation

Gayle & Harry Goldgut

Sala Goldhar

Claudia & Paul Goldman

Rhonda & Stanley Gordon

Sandra Herlick

H.J. Sari Holdings Inc.

Estate of Seren Kratz

Elizabeth Laxer

Lori & Joel Leonoff

Gustav Levinschi Foundation

Charlotte Levenez”l

Earl and Jordanna Lipson Fund

Sharon & Harvey Lipman

SOMAR Family Foundation, Sandy & Larry

Martin

Shanna Mittleman

Susan Segal

Hayley & Ian Shaffer

Lenny & Faigel Shapiro

Rosalie Sharp

Mark Tinnerman

Adina Toby

Terry Yanowski

GIFTS OF $1,000+

Ruth R. Aaron

Susan Abramowitz

Doreen Abugov

Karen Adler

Pam Albert

Sheila Alexander

Simmie Antflick

Marla Glassman Arnovitz

The Azrieli Foundation

Adele & David Balinsky

Debbie Bank

Barry Bank

Gertie Barath

Linda Barron

John Barron

Shelley Baruch

Sharon Baruch

Renna Bassal

Tali & Jeff Baum

Jacquie Bayley

Shellianne Bedder Green

Sharron Beder

Lauren Bell

Bonnie Belzberg

Jenny Belzberg

Esther E. Benbihy

Yaelle Benhamou

Carol Berall

Cylia Bercovich

Susan D. Bercovitch

Judith Berg

Judy & Allan Berger

Julie Berger

Eleanora Berku

Eric Beutel

Sonia Bickman

Marjorie Blankstein

Erika Bloch

Pearl Bloom

Karen Bloom

Borden Ladner Gervais

Marnie Bondar

Esti Bonkowski

Estate of Miriam Bookbinder

Betsy Borden

Michelle Bottner

Jason Bowen

Tiana K. Boyman

Bridgeport Asset Management

Glennie Brown Mandel

Cecil Brauer

Brettler/Mintz Foundation

Carrie Brody

Andrea Bronstein

Mitchell H. Brown

Bernice Brownstein

Orah Buck

Gladys Buckler

Lynda Budd

Estate of Frieda Bugis

Gloria Burnett

Pauline Burns

David Byer

Beverley Carley

Danny Chazonoff

The Chelminski Family Foundation

Elaine Chelin

The Chesterfield Shop

Glenda Chetner

Aviva Cheuk

Bonnie Chodos

Dayna Ciufo

Trudy Clifford

Elise Cohen

Barry Cohen

Paula Cohen

Cora R. Cohen

Diane E. Cohen

Sandy Cohen

Lisa Colt-Kotler & Andrew Kotler

Ronald Cons

Gail and Richard Cooper

Barbara Cooper

Leba & Jack Cooperstone

Bev Corber

Mollie Corber

Stephen A. Cotsman

Crowe BGK

Sylvia Cristall

John Cullen

Ann & Morris Dancyger

Joanne Davidson

Emilie Desgagnes

Edith Devico

Rob Di Iorio

Karen Diamond

Ron Diamond

Dickinson Wright LLP

Warren Dick

Marie Doduck

Rozlyn Druckman

Rhoda Dubin

Ruth Dvorkin

Maureen and Jack Dym

Karen Ehrlich

Wendy Eisen

Debbie Eisenberg & Gary Levene

Entretien Menager Laveengo

Diane Erlick

Ernest Enterprises

Evans Investment Counsel

Terrie Faber

Lynn Factor

Toby Farb

Karen Farkas

Allan and Susan Fenwick

Ellen Fialkov

Fiberlinks Textiles Inc. / Symak Sales

Annette and Larry Filler

Finkler-Friedland Family Foundation

Shelley Fine

Steve Finiffter

Molly Finkelstein

Faye Firestone

Rina Fisher

Randi Fisher

Sharon Fitch

Phyllis Flatt

Ilene Flatt

Sharon Fligel

Karen Florence

Cynthia Flower

Fonex Data Systems Inc.

Hillel Frankel

Lorraine Franklin

The Jeremy & Judith Freedman Family Foundation

Ruth Freeman

Nora Freund

Elly (Helen) Freund-Bell

Linda Friedlich

Lois Friedman Fine

Edward Gaiotti

Ruby Gales

Ruth Garbe

Jimmy Garfinkle

Corinne Gelfer

Sandy Gennis

David Gerstein

Francine Gerstein

Josh Gerstein

Rita Gerstein

Myrna Ghitter

Daniella Givon

Global Upholstery Co Inc.

Rose Marie & Leon Glassman

Vera Glube

Leo & Shirley Goldfarb Foundation

Daniel Gold

Nita Goldband

Bea Goldberg

Ian and Debbie Goldberg

Janice Goldberg

Helen Goldberg

Karen Goldhar White

Rosylin Goldlist

Glory Goldman

Diane Goldstein

Ellen Goldstein

Adele Goldstein

Dana & Jonathan Goodman

Esther Goodman

Morris and Rosalind Goodman Family Foundation

Rhonda & Stan Gordon

Heather Gotlieb

Gross Kaplin Coviensky Architechts

Bailey Grad

Sarah Granatowicz

Toddy Granovsky

Gina Grant

Warren Green

Sandra Green

Robert Green

Robyn Greenspan

Howard Greenspoon

Josh Groberman

Saryl Gross

Renie Grosserz”l

Bonnie Grossman

Lynda Grossman

Adam Grosvenor

Bonnie Grundman

Dr. Ralph & Sheila Gurevitch

Shelly Haber

Barbara G. Haber

Marlene Hait

Mitchell Halperin

Jackie Halpern

Nancy A. Halpern

Jackie & Hayim Hamborger

Stephen Handelman

Dorothy Hanson

Mrs. Rebecca Haptonz’’l

Gabriela Hardt-Neumann

Herzig Eye Institute

Joanne B. Helm

Javi Hernandez

Florence Hertzman

Jennifer Hesselson

Naomi Himel

Sonya Hirsch

Tammy Hittner

Helen Hoffman

Rhonda Hoffman

Eva and Gordan Hoffman

Elissa Iny

Cara & George Itzkovitz

Bonnie Jackson

Howard Jacobs

Jewish Hospital of Hope Eldercare Foundation

Barbara Joffe

Robert Josephson

The Kahn Foundation

Kahane Law Office

Gary Kalk

Margo & David Kardish, In Memory of Tessie

Zelikovitzz”l & Eva Kardishz”l

Robert Karol

Sandy Kates Minden

Judy Katsof

April & David Katz

Shirley Katz

Faye Kay

Dora Kichler

Peter A. Kircher

Sandi Kirschner

Perri Kirshenblatt

Paula G. Klaiman

Lisa Klinger

Celia E. Kobric

Laurie Koch

Fay Koffmanz”l

William & Lea Kohn

Kol Hashalom Chapter

In Memory of Shirley Konigsbergz”l

Margarita Korduner

Marla Korman

Ethel Kostman

KPMG

Katarina Kraizel

Rachel Kreyner

Sharon & Fred Kroft

Gail E. Ksienski

Esther Kulik

Sugithan Kumaresan

Francy Kussner

Albert Abrum Lager Foundation

Laboratoire Riva

Harriette Laing

Marlene Landa

Lana Landa

Esther Landsman

Sonja Langburt

Dionne Laslo Baker

Michael Latsky

Leila R. Lax

Anna Leff Foundation

Lillian & Arthurz”l Lerman

Miles Leutner

Leslie Levant

Janis Levine

Rochelle Levinson

Ruth Levitan

Michael Levitt

Marleen Levy

Marilyn Libin

Harriet Libin

Judith Lifshitz

Lisa Linden-Wiseman

Susan Lindzon

Margaret A. Lindzon

Lisa Lipowitz

Bertha Lipson

Jeffrey H. Lipton

Heather Lister

Glynnis Louis

Fran M. Luborsky

Sandy Lyons

Madison Brock Limited

Patricia Maia

Maimonides Hospital Foundation

Evelyn Thaw Maizen

Agnes Mandel

Devorah Mandell

Manitou Investment Management Limited

Doreen Manly

Lorraine Martin

Bernice Martin

Joel E. Maser

Evelyn Mashaal

Leanne Matlow

Linda Matlow

Hedda Medjuk

Shirlee Medjuck

Roslyn Mendelson

Karen Meyerowitz

Elite Milvan Inc.

Miriam Milavsky

Florence & Sheldon Miller

Luba Miller

Ruth Milnez”l

Michael Miloff

Risa Mintz

Eleanor Mintz

Heather Mintz

Greg Mitelman

MNP

Michelle Moll

Anita Morris

Joan Morris

George Morrison

Dr Michele Moss & Dr Allan Donsky

Joanne Nadal

Peter J. Nadler

Lynda Nadolny

Madelon E. Niman

Kathie & Mickey Norris

Vita Edith Novick

Phyllis Nurgitz

Heather Ordon

Susan Orenstein

Laura & Rick Orzy

Al Osten

Devon Owen

Adrienne Pacht

Linda Papernick

Myra Paperny

Lola Pawer

Morris Pearlmanz’’l

Sharon Pearlstein

Richard Pilosof

Lawrence Plotnick

Sharon L. Pollock

Sylvia Polsky

Sarah Pomerantz

Dr. Ana M. Porzecanski

Abe and Elsie Posluns Family Foundation

Dr. Lorne & Beth Price

Krysia Przepiorka

Marsha Ptack

Lyle Pullan

Rochelle Rabinovitz

Merle Rachlin

Fern Reich

Bill Reim

Marlene & Ronald Richardson

Norbert & Gusta Roth Foundation

Murray I. Robins

Dianne Roebuck

Debra Roher

Shanna Rosen

Nanette Rosen

Felice Rosenbaum

Melanie Rosenblum

Daniel Rosenfeld

Barb Rosenstein

Lori Rosenthal

Dr Stuart & Mrs Irene Ross

Molly Ross

Linda Rotchin

Marilyn S. Rotenberg

Risa Rotenberg & Eric Paul

Fonda Roth

Sheila & Danny Rother

Eleanor Roth-Latsky

Shelley Rothman

Sonia Rowan

Patricia Royer

Sidney Rubin

Lorne Rubin

Toby Rubin

Arthur Z. Rubin

Stephanie Rusen

Sabine Ryder

Rebecca Rykiss

Sajo Inc.

Susan Sacchi

Dundi Sachs

Karen & Barry Sacks

Joelle Sacksner

Larry Saltsman

Sharon Sandler

Judy F. Sapera

Randi Satok

Steve Satov

Ariella Schachter

Bea Schachter

Evelyn Bloomfield Schachter

Gayla B. Schwartz

Diane Schwartz

Jerry Schwartz

Scotiabank

Ann Secter

Ilse Seetner

Joel Segal

Marcy Segall

Joel Seigel

Linda Senzilet

Jane Shadley

Judy Shane

Brondell Shapiro

Vivien Sharon

Linda Shaw

Audrey Shecter

Evelyn Sheftel-Shapiro

Lloyd Sheiner

Gerald Sheiner

Betty A. Sherwood

Susan Shinoff

Dr. Dr S G Shortt Inc

Deborah Siegel

Nathan and Lily Silver Family Foundation

Silverspoon Dinner

Hinda Silber

Ruthi Silber

Marilyn Sinclair

Judy Sinclair

Myrna Singer

Robin Singer Turack

Joanna Sinukoff

Beverley D. Siskind

Paul Sitzer

Jeannie Sklar

Sheryl Skopit and Kevin Sherkin

Caroll Smith

Rebecca Snukal

Bobbi Soderstrom

Julie Solomon

Fran Sonshine

Donna Spaner

Shelley Jane Spaner

Carol Lou Spiegel

Chaim & Clara Spilberg Memorial Fund

Gary Spira and Rochelle Bowmile

Julie Spira

Starkman, Salsberg & Feldberg

Harriet Star

Martin Stein Real Estate Ltd

Haya Stein

Dr. Raymond Stein

Suzanne Stein

Mireille Steinberg

Howard Stotland

Ronnie Strauss

Joyce Strauss

Earl Stuart

Barbara Sugar

Beverly Suliteanu

Barbara P. Sversky

Eunice Swadron

Beverly Swedko

Deborah & Howard Szalavetz

Lauren Tabatznik

Lois & Marvin Tafler

Francine Taras

Maureen Tartick

Mary Taub

TD Commerical Bank

Louise Tenenbaum

Thread Collective Inc.

Harriet Train

Tova L. Train

Miriam Trehearne

Ruth Ullman

Robyn Ulster

Tina Urman

Lillian Vineberg

Victor Vogel

Wainberg Family

Nadine Walman

Estate of Patricia Warner

Cynthia Warren

Andrea Waserman

Goldie Wassermuhl

Mary Waterman

WestGroupe Optical Inc.

Gary Wechsler

Edward Weinstein

Marilyn F. Weinstein

Carolyn F. Weiss

Barbara Weiss

Sasha A. Weisz

Jonathan Wener

Zees Wenger

Janet Werger

Hedie Williams

Jim Wilson

Judy Winberg

Sam Winter

Carole Wolfe

Sherri Wolfish

Shelley Wolkin

Dov Wolman

Sylvia Wolynetz

Rachelle Wolynetz-Frankel

Carla Worb

Sylvia Wortsman

Yosef Wosk

Gloria Wunder

Gwen Yacht

Liora Yakubowicz

Toby Yan

Yonge Vision

Alyssa Yufe

Don Zarbatany

Judy Zelikovitz

Sheila J. Zive

Rose Zivot

Zlotnik Financial Services

Andrea Zlotnik

Sarah Zolberg

Rochelle Zwicker

WE GRATEFULLY ACKNOWLEDGE AND RECOGNIZE THE STEADFAST SUPPORT OF THE FOLLOWING:

Carole Abramson

Aqueduct Foundation

Vivian Astroff

Eva Bartonz”l

Natalie Batshaw

David Bickman

Else Boehm

Brian Bossin Professional Corporation

Byron Holdings Ltd

C & C Packing Inc.

3651835 Canada Inc.

Anetta Cherninz”l

CIBC World Markets Canada

The Citrine Foundation Of Canada

Caroline Cohen

Peggi Cohen Rabinovitch

Sandy Corenblum

Beverley Davis in memory of Evelyn Davisz”l

Trudianne & Bill Dolman

Bina and Leonard Ellen Family Foundation

Joanne T. Emerman

Mark Eptein

Paul Faibish

Susan Fine

Sharon Flowerz”l

Frankenburg Foundation

Barbara Gleiberman

Lila Goldinz”l

Beryl Goldmanz”l

Harvey Goldmanz”l

Carol Goldstein

Great Gulf Homes Charitable Foundation

Shirley Greenbergz”l

Annette Hanson

Harweg Foundation

Fay Kiferz”l

Beatrice Kruppz”l

Connie Kussnerz”l

In memory of Eleanor Lambertz”l

Leboff Family Charitable Foundation

Judith Levinez”l

Jay Libfeld

Lloyd Liverant

Anabel Louisz”l

Judy Mandleman

Dr. Anne Matlow

Esther Matlowz”l

Pamela Medjuck-Stein

Eunice Mouckleyz”l

1093026 Ontario Limited

Pinchas & Barbara Pleet

Sylvia Pollockz”l

Frayda Raber

Heather Rinzler Snitman

Ruth E. and William H. Ross Foundation

Royal Bank of Canada

Perla Rozen

Gerald Schwartz and Heather Reisman Foundation

Gloria Rosenberg

In memory of Nathan Schachterz”l

Jackeline Sheinerz”l

Kayla Shoctor

Marianne Simorz”l

Stephen Sinclair

Mildred Sonshinez”l

Allan Stitt

Martha Vajdaz”l

Marla Wasser

Gabi Weisfeldz”l

*At time of printing - February 2023. We apologize for any errors or omissions.

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CENTRE & CHAPTER FUNDRAISERS

ALL ITEMS AVAILABLE ONLINE WWW.CHW.CA/SHOP

NATIONAL

Cards For Any Occasion

CHW offers a complete selection of any-occasion cards and certificates to recognize life-cycle events, such as:

Stuffed Animals Wearing Kippot: $5 – $10

OTTAWA

Ottawa Passover Chocolates: $40 Assorted 400g of Kosher for Passover chocolate pieces. Limited quantities.

online:

Handmade Crafts: Aprons, place mats, table runners, gelt bags, and other items.

Contact CHW Ottawa Centre: 613-699-0802

CALGARY MONTREAL

A Treasure For My Daughter: $36

Montreal Celebrates Local Artists: $15

Commemorative Book 100 Years of Canadian Hadassah-WIZO Through Calgary Eyes: $18

TORONTO

CHW Toronto Atid Chapter Family Favourites Comfort Foods From Our Families To Yours Digital Cookbook: $15

Montreal Passover Chocolates: $59

A ThinkKitchen storage container filled with Kosher for Passover chocolate almond bark and chocolate covered matzoh for the holidays.

Contact CHW Montreal Centre: 514-933-8461

alanna@montreal.chw.ca

Contact CHW Calgary Centre: 403-253-4612

malkadeena@chw.ca

CHW Toronto Atid Chapter

Passover Tulips: 25 Includes a 6-inch pot of tulips (assorted colours may vary) and a free greeting card. Pickup or delivery.

Contact CHW Toronto Centre: 416-630-8373

info@toronto.chw.ca

Now in its third year, CHW is taking the annual Fashion Blooms event to a whole new level by introducing guests to the immersive world of FASHION. CHW has entered a new era, engaging the next generation of supporters proving that we ‘aren’t your Bubbie’s CHW.’ Join us for an evening of the latest trends in fashion, mingle with young professionals, walk the red carpet, and be surrounded by engaging visuals and entertainment. Cap the evening off as the room transforms into an after-party.

DATE TBD

THaNK You!

THAnKS TO YOUR geneROSITY, We eXceeded OUR gOAl FOR OUR end OF YeAR cAMPAIgn And RAISed OVeR $142,000!

Our generous donors and dedicated volunteers helped us ensure the success of CHW’s vital education projects. Thanks to you, we can empower students and build bright futures for youth who count on CHW every year.

• The Dairy Program at CHW Nahalal Youth Village

• The Blender Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Hadassah Academic College

• Therapy and Music Programs at CHW Hadassim Children and Youth Village

• The Culinary Arts Program at CHW Netanya Technological High School

CHW NaHalal YouTH villaGe TurNS 100!

CHW has been proudly supporting CHW Nahalal Youth Village since 1923.

We support our projects at CHW Nahalal Youth Village during our end of year campaign.

Currently, we are supporting the dairy farm, but in 2021, our campaign supported the new graduate dorms. Graduate students call CHW Nahalal their home for four years, but sadly, after graduation many don’t have another place to go. Some have come from abroad, while others were removed from toxic home environments.

The graduate dorm funded by CHW is a transition residence before the next stage of life, which may include National Service, IDF training, extended study, or employment. Some graduates stay a short time, while others need prolonged stays.

The new graduate dorms were recently opened after a ribbon cutting ceremony was performed during the WIZO Meeting of Representatives (MOR) touring day. CHW National President Lynn Gillman and CHW CEO Lisa Colt-Kotler were there for the grand opening. Together with CHW Israel Director Rachel Lasry-Zahavi and WIZO Chairperson Anita Friedman, they visited the new dorm, took a tour of the interior, and Lynn even got to cut the ribbon!

L-R: Anita, Lynn, and Lisa

EVENTS FROM COAST TO COAST WEST EAST

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Journey 4 ImpaCt 2022 soCIal ImpaCt Investing launCH

CHW completed its first round of social impact investing in Israel on October 27, 2022,, as part of the inaugural CHW Journey 4 Impact trip of a lifetime. CHW is proud to be the first organization to launch a social impact investing fund in Israel through a gender lens. CHW is committed to a gender-lens impact investment strategy, to focus on equality and informed investment decisions impacting numerous social issues comprising gender disparities, social mobility, and economic opportunities for women; all closely aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

At the culmination of Journey 4 Impact, participating investors evolved into the judges at the hybrid launch. The event was live-streamed in Canada. The judges evaluated a pre-vetted selection of three women-led, social enterprises, including Relyon.AI, Social Space TLV, and Tech19. The core objective of the impact investment fund is to enable women entrepreneurs to launch socially conscious businesses that generate impact in Israel, provide employment for at-risk women, and provide education about gender-based violence. After an intense deliberation, the team of judges awarded $180,000 CAD to Tech19 and $120,000 CAD to Social Space TLV. Relyon.AI will receive mentorship, business consultations, and networking opportunities through CHW.

A special thank you to Ambassador of Canada to Israel, Lisa Stadelbauer, for attending our in-person event. Read more about Tech 19, Social Space TLV, and CHW’s social impact investing on pages 12 - 14.

CHW natIonal agm & InstallatIon

Thank you to everyone who attended our National AGM on November 20, 2022. We were honoured to hear from our two very special guest speakers, Galia Alef, Director of CHW Nahalal Youth Village, and Dr. Tali Hadasa Blank, Senior Lecturer, and Head of Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Hadassah Academic College who updated in-person and online participants on the valuable work being achieved at both organisations.

Immediate Past National President, Elayna Latsky, gave her final report as CHW National President, the CHW Annual Financial Statement was presented by Yuri Kostowskyj, Fruitman Kates LLP, and a presentation was also made by CEO, Lisa Colt-Kotler. The AGM also included the installation of our new Board of Directors, as well as the installation of our new CHW National President, Lynn Gillman.

VANCOUVER

Women empoWerIng Women

CHW Vancouver Centre hosted their Women Empowering Women opening luncheon in honour of Daniella Givon, at Richmond Country Club on Sunday, October 16, 2022. This event featured special guest speaker Rebecca Snukal, BA, LLB, QC, Founder of Franny's Fund and was in support of CHW Nahalal Youth Village.

Toby Rubin was installed as the new CHW Vancouver Centre President, and outgoing presidents Stephanie Rusen and Sasha Gerson were thanked for their service. Toby Rubin was featured in the Jewish Independent, which highlighted her mission and commitement to the role and the future of CHW Vancouver Centre.

CALGARY

annual toy drIve

CHW Calgary Centre held its twenty first Annual Toy Drive. Thank you to everyone who generously donated to the CHW Calgary Centre for making this year’s toy drive such a success. Toys and gift cards were delivered to children and families in-need being served by JFSC and children receiving care at the Alberta Children’s Hospital. Gifts were purchased by the co-chairs and delivered to JFSC in time for Chanukkah.

Photos Credit, Sid Akselrod & the Jewish Independent

Calgary games day

CasIno event

CHW Calgary Centre held a luncheon and games day on Tuesday, October 25, 2022, which was enjoyed by all who attended. Thank you to all the generous sponsors and volunteers who made Games Day 2022 such a success! We are greatly looking forward to next year’s event.

CHW Calgary Centre had its first casino event in 26 months since the beginning of the Pandemic on November 13 and 14, 2022. This important fundraiser supported CHW Calgary Centre’s work in the local community, including scholarships at Mount Royal University and Alberta University of the Arts.

TORONTO

WalK In memory of CarrIe mIllerz”l

CHW Toronto Chaverot Chapter beat the rain on Sunday, September 11, 2022 and walked in memory of the life of past Chaverot Chapter member Carrie Miller z”l and in support of the WIZO Safety Net Program. The walk was followed by a Chapter brunch, which reunited the Chapter after months of Zoom meetings!

yorKvIlle sound

On Thursday, November 17, 2022, CHW Toronto Shoshana Chapter welcomed back Musicologist Mike Daley to present an entertaining and informative video lecture on the history of Yorkville. Guests took a stroll down memory lane learning about the live music of the Yorkville coffee house district of Toronto in the 1950s and 1960s.

CHW toronto CHaverot CHapter

CHW toronto sHosHana CHapter

TORONTO

Bagels & BooK launCH

CHW toronto atId CHapter

On Sunday, November 13, 2022, CHW Toronto Atid Chapter and Beit Rayim Synagogue hosted a Bagels & Book Launch. Guests in-person and via Zoom enjoyed a one-on-one conversation between journalist/CJN podcaster Ellin Bessner and acclaimed, up-and-coming thriller novelist Deborah Levison (author of “The Crate”), for the Canadian launch of Levison’s exciting new novel, “A Nest of Snakes.”

presIdent’s forum

CHW Toronto Centre President, Stephanie Caplan, hosted the first President’s Forum of her term on Thursday, November 24, 2022. A large group gathered virtually, with excellent representation across the CHW Toronto Chapters.

CHW National President, Lynn Gillman, brought greetings, and CHW CEO, Lisa Colt-Kotler, provided an update on the projects and programs supported by CHW after her return from the Journey 4 Impact trip, in October 2022.

CHai tea

CHW toronto l’netzaCH CHapter

On Sunday, February 5, 2023, CHW Toronto L’Netzach Chapter hosted Chai Tea in Concert at Heliconian Hall. Shoshana Teller and Jeremy Bell entertained the audience, playing the piano and violin respectively. The event was a huge success in support of CHW Hadassim Children and Youth Village Music Program and Franny’s Fund.

an evening WitH marsHa lederman

CHW toronto maCHar CHapter

On Wednesday, February 8, 2023, CHW Toronto Machar Chapter presented An Evening with Marsha Lederman, bestselling author of “Kiss the Red Stairs: The Holocaust, Once Removed”. This was a complimentary event exclusive to Sustainers, Major Gift Donors, and 2022 Campaign Donors. Marsha’s engaging and emotional presentation touched the hearts of the audience and left a lasting impact. Thank you Marsha for sharing your story and educating and inspiring us.

OTTAWA

CHanuKaH gift fair

CHW Ottawa Centre was delighted to participate in the Ottawa Chanukah Craft Fair on Sunday, November 27, 2022 at the Soloway Jewish Community Centre. Volunteers set up a craft table filled with a wide variety of Chanukah-related crafts, and sales from their wares were in support of CHW Projects in Israel.

TORONTO/MONTREAL

CHanuKaH party BIngo

WitH ComedIan Joe fIsH

CHW Virtual Chanukah Party Bingo was back this year and better than ever! On Wednesday, December 14, 2022, CHW Toronto Centre and CHW Montreal Centre hosted a night of fun with the help of comedian Joe Fish in support of the CHW Empower Bright Minds Education Campaign.

After five thrilling and competitive rounds of Bingo, many players walked away with fabulous prizes, and some lucky players won door prizes. Thank you to everyone who helped to make this event another great success.

MONTREAL

CHW montreal sHosHanim anniversary

In December 2022, the CHW Montreal Shoshanim Chapter celebrated its 30th anniversary. It was a lovely evening and an opportunity to connect. Kudos to Alana Shiveck, CHW Montreal Past President and Co-Founder of the Shoshanim Chapter, for initiating the reunion and pulling together such a beautiful event. The evening included a Shoshanim Bingo Trivia game organized by Sheila Nemtin Levine, CHW Montreal Past President, and a star dedication. The Shoshanim Chapter now has a place of pride on the Neri J. Bloomfield Wall of Honour at CHW Montreal Centre.

In support of victims of domestic violence. Changing lives in Israel and Canada.

septemBer 10, 2023

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO HOST A GARAGE SALE IN SUPPORT OF THIS EVENT, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR LOCAL CHW CENTRE FOR MORE DETAILS!