Chaverim Appreciation Dinner

On Thursday, March 23, over 100 volunteers and dispatchers of Chaverim of the Five Towns and Rockaways gathered at their 14th annual Membership Appreciation Dinner. The dinner, which was held at Congregation Beth Sholom, celebrates the Chaverim members who give hours of their time to help people in need.

Chaverim was honored by the attendance of New York State Assemblyman and Deputy Mayor of Cedarhurst Ari Brown, as well as Cedarhurst Village Trustees Israel Wasser and Daniel Plaut, who all came out to show their support for Chaverim.

2022 was a very busy and successful year for Chaverim. We received over 6,000 calls – a record for Chaverim, with amazing response time. There were a few members who covered over 400 calls this past year!

A special mention of appreciation to Rabbi Yair Hoffman, noted author and teacher, who gave an inspiring Dvar Torah to the members about the importance of the work they do for our community.

Following the awards and certificates, the members were treated to a show featuring magician Ben Cohen. He performed some mind-boggling mentalism and illusions which left everyone in laughter and amazement. Most importantly, the members came away inspired knowing that what they do makes a real difference in the community and is greatly appreciated.

We also run Defensive Driving Class programs (see details below) and carseat safety inspection events throughout the year. Chaverim is also planning to continue their program to teach many basic car functionalities to new drivers in high schools throughout the community. Please stay tuned for new developments by following us on social media and our website.

Chaverim is a 501c3, 100% volunteer organization. Please help support us by donating on our website (https:// chaverim5t.org) so that we can continue to help you in your time of need!

Upcoming Defensive Driving Class:

Sunday, April 30, 2023, 10:00 AM or Monday, May 1 7 PM at Kehillas Bais Yehuda Tzvi. For more information, please go to https://www.chaverim5t. org/book-online or send an email to info@chaverim5t.org or call us at (516) 331-1460.

Chaverim Emergency Help Line: (718) 337-1800 or send us a Twitter direct message “@Chaverim5t” with your name, location, problem and phone number, and a dispatcher will get back to you ASAP. Chaverim Info Line: (516) 331-1460, P.O. Box 701, Lawrence, NY 11559.