Shalva Children's Center 2015 Annual Report

Annual Report 2015 S H A LVA A n n u al R e p o r t 2 0 1 5 / C ha n g i n g k i d s l i f e s

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Shalva, the Association for Children with Disabilities and their Families in Israel, is dedicated to providing quality care for individuals with disabilities, empowering their families, and promoting social inclusion.

Non-denominational and free of charge, Shalva’s programs range from infancy to adulthood and include family support components that enable parents to raise their child with disabilities within the family framework.

The organization’s advocacy initiatives, community events, and disability research continue to inspire a more inclusive Israeli society.

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“Every time I meet members of Shalva’s staff, volunteers, and the extended Shalva family; I come to understand what is love, what is endless dedication, what is giving.

And for this I thank you.”

Reuven Rivlin, President of Israel

Yossi Samuels

Dear Friends, At Shalva we are always celebrating changed lives, and

And indeed, Shalva is a place where dreams come true. Children

bringing hope and love to children with disabilities and their

learn to walk, to communicate, to make friends. Families

families. With that, I am humbled by the incredible support and

discover acceptance and belonging. Society has a beacon for a

friendship with which we have been met over the past twenty-

brighter future for all.

five years.

Today we look forward with excitement toward the anticipated

When our son Yossi was injured at the age of eleven months, we could have never dreamed that seven years later he

completion of the new National Center in the heart of Jerusalem, scheduled to open in September 2016, G-d willing.

would break through his barriers of darkness and silence,

It is only the extraordinary partnership of dear friends that is

and miraculously learn to communicate via sign language and

enabling us to change lives and to realize new Shalva dreams

speech. Remembering her desperate prayer from years before,

every day.

a promise that if G-d would help so would we; my wife Malki said, “It’s payback time.”

With heartfelt gratitude,

From then on, with a staff of over 200 professionals and an additional army of volunteers, we work to help Shalva’s children and families find the support, education, therapy, and strength

Kalman Samuels

they need to flourish.

Founder and Chairman, Shalva S H A LVA A nn u al R e p o rt 2 0 1 5 / C han g in g C hildr e n ’ s liv e s

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This is HOPE Maximizing each child’s potential Every day, around the clock, Shalva operates a constellation

To date, every Shalva program has received acclaimed

of educational, recreational, and therapeutic programs for

recognition from Israeli government bodies and is certified

children with various disabilities. Inherent to each program

to offer services to the entire disability spectrum; including

are components of family support to enable parents to

physical disabilities, mental impairments, and communication

successfully raise their child within the family framework.

disorders. Shalva’s programs are operated in partnership with

Shalva’s programs are non-denominational and free of charge,

the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Social Affairs and

thus accommodating a dynamic participant body of various

Social Services; which offer participant referrals, development

religious, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds. Today,

guidance, and supervision.

Shalva’s programs are attended by over 550 children from infancy to adulthood.

Shalva conducts ongoing evaluation of each program, regularly adapting programs to optimally meet the needs of the

Shalva’s current Beit Nachshon facility is the pimary location

attending children. Members of Shalva’s International Academic

of Shalva’s programs. The seven story building houses

Research Committee routinely evaluate Shalva’s programs, in

classrooms, respite suites, a hydrotherapy pool, petting

search of areas for potential development and improvement.

zoo, music studio, drama room, a Gymboree, an outdoor play area, mazes of therapy rooms, and more. As such, program participants benefit from a gamut of therapies; physiotherapy, hydrotherapy, occupational, speech, snoezelen, music, and art therapies; all on site.

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Shalva’s programs

Ages 0-1.5

Ages 1-3

Ages 4-6

Me and My Mommy

Rehabilitative Day Care Center

inclusive Early Childhood Center

From day one

Encouraging each child’s growth

A future of acceptance & inclusion

At Me and My Mommy infants with

At the Rehabilitative Day Care Center

Preparing to successfully integrate in

disabilities, arriving just weeks after

we combine therapy and education to

the mainstream education system is

birth, are guided in achieving their first

maximize each child’s potential. Play is

what motivates the children, staff, and

milestone developments. It’s here

the tool we use to encourage physical

parents of the Inclusive Early Childhood

where many parents; experiencing the

development, inspire cognitive growth,

Center. Just like any other preschool or

foreign and lonesome reality of raising

and elicit family involvement. Working

kindergarten; children learn their letters

a child with disabilities, find the hope

together; a staff of educators, social

and numbers, holiday songs, and how to

to piece together new expectations.

workers, and therapists create an

share toys. But here they also have an

Together, parents and their babies

individualized learning plan for each

array of personal and group therapies to

participate in five hours of various

child. All the while, they run a vibrant

practice all kinds of life skills, from proper

therapies every week; fortified to

program of swimming, music, crafts,

hygiene to behavioral norms. Supported

embrace one another and the future

and outdoor play. This is how we build a

by Shalva’s team, our children flourish;

ahead. Magic happens here.

foundation for future development.

because we believe in them.

In Memory of Maurice Lowinger

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“I wish to acknowledge the remarkable work of the Shalva organization and the invaluable role this organization has played in Israel’s development.”

Benjamin Netanyahu, Prime Minister of Israel

Ages 6-21

Ages 6-21

Ages 6-21

After School Activity Center

Overnight & Weekend Respite

Summer Camps

In Memory of Sima. & Rubin Wagner

Dedicated by Susan and Leonard Feinstein

Living to the fullest

In good hands

Unimagined opportunities

The After School Activity Center is

There’s a sleep-over at Shalva’s Respite

At Shalva’s Summer Camp the sky is

where Shalva’s children form their

Program every night; including fun night

the limit- unless you brave the bungee

first real friendships. In the ultimate

activities, an escort to school the next

jumping activity, that is. 220 campers

inclusive environment, children with

morning, and weekend retreats. Every

with disabilities and 20

disabilities bond with their peers with

child in the After School Activity Center

with typical development spend eight

typical development through sports,

can spend one night a week at Shalva;

weeks of fun together, culminating in

drama, arts, music, and swimming.

giving their parents a thirty-six hour

an eight-day sleep-away adventure at

These recreational activities are always

stretch of respite. Parents get a chance

an off-site resort. At camp, unimagined

therapeutically oriented, preparing them

to rejuvenate their strengths and focus

opportunities become reality - water

for the transition to adulthood and the

on the needs of their other children, all

sports, concerts, rollercoasters; and

world beyond. Every afternoon, Shalva’s

the while secure that their child is in

most importantly, an invaluable respite

halls are buzzing with an excited energy

good hands and cultivating important

for our families. Back at home, they are

as the 250 program participants arrive

skills for advancing independence.

able to enjoy a summer vacation without

0 peers

on their various school buses, eager for

the challenges involved in caring for a

the afternoon ahead.

child with disabilities.

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“I can confidently say that today Israel is a better place. We have Shalva to thank for that.”

MK Chaim Katz, Minister of Social Welfare and Social Services

This is Changing lives Building stronger, happier families “Shalva created an oasis where my child was enveloped with the love and support he needed to develop his abilities; and where our family, for a change, felt neither different nor estranged.”

- Shalva parent of an After School Activity Center graduate

way.”- Shalva parent in the Me and My Mommy program Family is at the core of Shalva. Program specific support groups, educational seminars throughout the year, and professional guidance give parents the strength and tools to cope with the challenges of raising a child with disabilities at

“They accepted him as a person when I was ashamed of him.

home. Our all-encompassing programs are completely free of

Through Shalva I learned to connect with my son. I learned

charge, assuring parents that they are giving their children the

to love him. It was during the first time I took him into the

best care available regardless of personal financial constraints.

hydrotherapy pool that I first connected with him; and I

We believe that an empowered family is an essential

understood that he is my son and I will be by his side all the

contributor to each child’s perseverance for success.

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In 2012

Team Shalva had 17 international runners

In 2013

50 international runners

In 2014

We had 170 international runners

In 2015

Team Shalva had 407 runners from around the world

Team Shalva in the Jerusalem Marathon

Everyone can make a difference Purple shirts are Team Shalva’s signature feature at the Jerusalem Marathon. But Shalva’s real marathon trademark is the disability track that we established six years ago in partnership with the Jerusalem Municipality. Team Shalva is the marathon’s largest team with over 1,000 international runners, including our very own children and their families.

400 of our team members travel to Israel from other countries to participate. Through personal fundraising campaigns and an inspiring marathon weekend program, our runners play an active role in advancing a world of love, hope, and human dignity.

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Shalva Band

Revealing talent The Shalva Band is one of our most celebrated inclusion programs. The band performs by invitation at cultural venues and dignitary events several times a week, inspiring crowds with their musical repertoire and charm. With the band’s growing recognition in Israel, this year we put out our first CD! Each of the band’s fifteen members started out in Shalva’s After School Activity Center program, where their musical talents were discovered and developed through years of music therapy. Today, they study, work, and volunteer in the broader community.

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Shalva Hapoel Basketball team

A community of equals Shalva’s basketball team is made of exceptional teamwork, discipline, and stamina; but what characterizes it most is inclusion. Our team is part of the Hapoel national basketball association’s youth league; trained by Hapoel coaches and playing against other youth teams in the community. Once a year, we also play with the Hapoel Jerusalem team members themselves before a packed stadium at the annual Hapoel Chanuka game. Breaching social stigmas is just the tip of the iceberg; Shalva’s basketball team is creating a new cultural platform for people with disabilities in Israel.

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Shalva Idol

A chance to shine For ten years Shalva Idol has been taking the stage as the largest show of its kind in Israel; performed by over 200 children with disabilities before an enthusiastic audience of nearly 2,000 people from the broader community. This highlight event combines music, vocals and drama in a truly inspiring statement of reverse inclusion. In the past Shalva’s children performed alongside celebrity artists, but this year we produced a breathtaking musical rendition of The Lion King. Every child’s abilities had the spotlight and every child was a star.

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“All those who criticize Israel should come to Shalva and witness the other side of Israel. The most noble, loving and caring Israel. I am proud to be part of this Israel.”

Shimon Peres, Former President of Israel

This is A BETTER, More inclusive WORLD Changing the way the world understands and embraces disability You can prepare the road for your child, or your child for

Changing the way the world understands disability is our goal;

the road. At Shalva we do both. We take babies in their first

which is why we continue to expand Shalva’s circle of friends

weeks post-birth and fortify them, year after year, until they

to reach across the globe. We organize sporting challenges,

reach adulthood; maximizing their abilities, discovering their

produce musical performances, and share Shalva’s model in

strengths, giving them everything to make the absolute most

multiple ways on several continents.

of their talents. We work with their families to make sure that they are cared for properly at home. And we expose them to inclusive programs as early as their toddler years, to let them and others know that they have a valuable place in this world.

All the while, we are advancing many grassroots advocacy initiatives in Israel; developing one-of-a-kind programs that promote inclusion in ways that are meaningful for our children and also for society. Over the years, we’ve succeeded in

Simultaneously; Shalva is also working to create a more

bringing on board political leaders, academic researchers,

accepting and inclusive society; so that our children emerge

municipal bodies, mammoth corporations, celebrity artists, and

from our programs into a world that is excited to embrace

national sports teams. We are dedicated to making Israel and

them.

the world a better place for everyone.

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Standards of Management

Disability Research

Setting the bar

Leading the way

Shalva is the proud recipient of the ISO 9001:2008 recognition

Shalva’s International Academic Research Committee

and certification for compliance with the highest international

conducts ongoing research on various disability topics,

standards of quality management. Shalva is one of only six

ensuring that Shalva’s programs are in constant development

non-profit organizations to receive Midot’s Seal of Outstanding

according to the most innovative findings. Our academic

Effectiveness; the only one to do so in the field of disability

seminars and continuing education courses engage

services. Each of Shalva’s programs are recognized by Israeli

hundreds of professionals throughout the year. Shalva

government ministries, certified to provide professional care

and the Hadassah Medical Center continue to co-host the

for the entire disability spectrum: physical disabilities, mental

International Down Syndrome Day conference, attended

impairments, and communication disorders.

annually by over 500 people. The Education and Training Center in the Shalva National Center will unprecedentedly advance disability research and its impact.

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2015 budget* Operating Expenses: $ 5,893,149** Research & Development 2% Community Projects & Advocacy 12%

Me and My Mommy 9% Early Childhood Program 20%

Administration & Fundraising 9%

Respite 9% Preschool 11%

Afternoon Program 21%

Summer Camps 3%

Shalva Programs 91%

Management 9%

Shalva Gush 4%

Operating Revenue: $6,153,148 Contributions from Israel 18.8%

Jerusalem Municipality 1.6% Ministry of Education 6.9%

Ministry of Social Affairs & Social Services 25.3%

Contributions from Outside Israel 47.4% American Friends of Shalva EIN: 56-2676533

Added value of volunteers: $980,000 This value is based on hours worked at the Israeli minimum wage. In order to not overstate both our annual fundraising and expenditures Israeli accounting conventions require that we reflect this same non-cash value in our financial statements as both a revenue and expense. This results in a net zero impact on our financial operations. *Unaudited ** $260,000 marked for the Endowment Fund

Canadian Friends of Shalva ID: 13577 3943 RR0001 British Friends of Shalva Charity Commission Registration Number: 1081887 Shalva Israel Charity Registration Number 58-017-398-7 17

2015 in Numbers

$0

All therapies and programs offered free of charge

550

children benefit weekly from free therapies & programs

200

staff members, therapists, special education professionals and

56

national service volunteers

mothers and babies attend the Me & My Mommy program weekly

4,620 family members receive support and professional guidance

145,200 hours of therapy

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children attend the After School Activity Center daily

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weeks of summer camp culminating in 8 days of sleep away camp

220 children attend sleep away camp 100 staff members & volunteers 2:1 camper/staff ratio 42,250 hours of respite for their families

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children performed on stage in front of a packed audience of over

2,000

for Shalva Idol 2015

600 volunteers

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performances by the Shalva Band including at the President's Residence. Often playing alongside leading Israeli musicians.

Millions of smiles

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Raising the Banner of Hope and inclusion Around the World

West Coast Region branch of American Friends of Shalva founded

Shalva Band’s first tour to NY (March, USA) and documentary production of their experience, "Everyone Can Shine"

An expanding global presence, new affiliate set up in Mexico, joining USA, Canada & the UK

Gala Dinners celebrating 25 years of changing lives in 5 countries - USA, Canada, UK, Israel & Mexico Over 2,500 people in attendance

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38,500

friends around the world raising Shalva's banner of hope and inclusion

1,247,310

reach of combined social media posts with 155,192 user engagement (+37%)

100 leading businessmen and philanthropists from Israel and New York joined Shalva for an inspiring day of great golf & moving encounters (April, Israel) 407 international runners join Team Shalva in the Jerusalem Marathon (March, Israel)

Partnership established with Israel's Family Health Centers to create continuing education course for nurses in how to care for infants with disabilities.

30 superheroes from around the world climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro on behalf of Shalva's children raising a combined $300,000 (October, Tanzania)

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The Shalva National Center The Shalva National Center, scheduled to open in September 2016, will enable Shalva to broaden its scope of services and provide care for thousands more children with disabilities and their families. The National Center is located in the heart of Jerusalem, adjacent in the new Route 16 highway; placed purposefully by the Jerusalem Municipality to be the welcoming face of Israel’s capital. The center’s state-of-the-art facilities will host innovative therapies and programs, presenting unprecedented opportunities for individuals with disabilities in Israel. The campus includes six acres of inclusive parks open to the broader community where children of all abilities can play and grow together. The Shalva National Center is positioned to be Israel’s beacon of inclusion and an international leader in program development for individuals with disabilities.

11 story main building, 200,000 square feet in size 6 acres of inclusive parks 400 seat auditorium, equipped for audiences with disabilities Education and Vocational Training Center Country-wide Emergency Center for Individuals with Disabilities Accessible Sports Center and Hydrotherapy swimming pools

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“You not only inspire the children and the families that you work with, but you serve as an inspiration for all of us who wish to make Jerusalem and Israel a better place for generations to come.”

Nir Barkat, Mayor of Jerusalem

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Corporate relationships

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‫ה נ ד ס ה‬

Working Together for a Better World Inherent to our community engagement efforts, Shalva continues to cultivate fruitful relationships with a diverse body of corporate entities; creating cross-cultural relationships for the betterment of individuals with disabilities and society as a whole. Supporters from various industries have stepped forward, providing individualized resources and expertise in the name of expanding Shalva’s scope of impact. Shalva is humbled and grateful for these professional relationships as they bear witness to a growing awareness and sensitivity towards individuals with disabilities within the community.

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Partnership projects The following is a sampling of ventures by leading Israeli establishments on behalf of Shalva: Checkout Charity

Round-Up Israel

Social Responsibility

Cashiers at popular corpoprate

Everyone knows that lots of small

The corporate community mindfully

chains inspire customers to donate

change snowballs to make a big change.

gives back through funds as well as

to Shalva at the conclusion of their

Through Round-Up Israel, participants

services. Shalva has become a key

shopping experience, thereby spreading

opt to automatically round up each

liaison between these companies and

awareness of Shalva’s message while

credit card purchase to the nearest

the public as they arrive for company-

collecting crucial funds. This project

Shekel, resulting in a consolidated

wide days of volunteerism, joining

has proven to be both successful and

donation at the month’s end. The

the children of Shalva in their daily

popular, making every-day shopping

individual donations that result may

programming. Additionally, Shalva

experiences meaningful with social

seem nominal, but Round-Up Israel’s

plays a leading role in national civic

responsibiity. Duty-Free, Ace Hardware,

results speak for themselves. This

movements like Good Deeds Day, Plant-

Co-op Shop and Laline have all joined

project puts a meaningful spin on every

A-Tree and many others.

hands with Shalva in this important

personal purchase.

endeavor.

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Why Invest in Shalva?

Because the ROI is so great!

Invest in Empowered Children

Invest in Stronger Families

Invest in a Better, More Inclusive Society

Shalva gives children with disabilities

Shalva gives families the support to cope with disability and lead

Shalva gives society a reason to

the tools to succeed. Their potential for development is maximized; their

healthy, thriving lifestyles. We

abilities are celebrated; their inclusion

make it possible for them to raise

as valued members of society is

their child with disabilities at home

enabled. When they see that the world

without compromising their growth

believes they can achieve; they believe

as individuals nor their strength as a

they can too.

family unit.

appreciate inclusion. Our program graduates are employed in the mainstream workforce. Our band performs at venues and events in Israel and abroad. Our children shine on stage alongside celebrity artists. Our basketball team plays against teams from the community. Our advocacy

When you impact a child you impact their future.

When you impact a child you impact their family.

and community events are bringing disability issues to the forefront of social discourse.

When you impact a child you impact society.

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"At Shalva, there is a spirit of warmth and friendship, love and brotherhood which cannot be manufactured.

It comes from the very bottom of their hearts and from the very bottom of their souls.�

Rep. Tom Lantos (obm), Former U.S. Congressman, California

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“You have my most heartfelt admiration as you confront the challenge of ensuring that no child be turned away from receiving Shalva’s services. I take great pride in all you’ve accomplished.”

M.K. Isaac Herzog, Leader of the Opposition

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Leadership AMERICAN FRIENDS BOARD OF DIRECTORS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Norman Alpert*

Raanan Agus

Gabrielle Propp

Carol Levin*

Mitchell Presser

Tommy Rosenthal

Daniel Schwartz

Debbie Schwartz

Ari Storch

Michael Slade

CHAIRS OF THE BOARD Nathan Low* Leon Wagner* CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD EMERITUS

Dov Wiener BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Ruth Slade James Tisch

Nicole Agus

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Hillel Weinberger*

Jane Alpert

Leo Klein

VICE PRESIDENT

Ludwig Bravmann

Western Region Leadership

Adam Chill*

Ishaia Gol

Allison Krumholz, Director

Nathan Kahn

Stanley Black

Sandy Kahn

Bradley Cohen

Lisa Low

Michael DeLuca

SECRETARY

Basya Lowinger

Lloyd Lewis

Jacques Semmelman*

Andrew Lowinger

CANADIAN FRIENDS BOARD OF DIRECTORS

International Academic Research Committee

BRITISH FRIENDS BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Executive Director Johanna Brooks

Chairperson Malka Margalit, PhD

Chief Executive

President Lenny Rothschild

Members Jake Burack, PhD Michael Guralnick, PhD Arie Rimmerman, PhD/DSW Melvyn I. Semmel, EdD, FAPA, FAAMR

TREASURER Yoni Leifer*

President Emeritus Jerry Kushner Board of Directors Gordon R. Diamond Esty Edell Eli Grossman Renee Lieberman Mery Volcovich

*Executive Committee

Gaby Hirsch President Debbie Besorai Trustees John Corre Howard Goldring Ronen Kannor

Israeli Friends Board of Directors Chairman Ehud Savyon BOARD members Miri Donin Ofer Feinstein, Adv Sefi Mei-Zahav Osnat Michaeli Haim Taib Helen Roet-Nitzan

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Lauren Presser

CO-PRESIDENT

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Honorary Patrons Chief Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis Esther Wachsman Patrons Lauren and Keith Breslauer Barbara and Mick Davis Debbie and John Frenkel Ari Krieger Louise and Hilton Nathanson Bianca and Stuart Roden Michelle and Bob Shemtob

“The State of Israel is blessed with the sacred work that Shalva does. I am proud to be well acquainted with your tremendous work.”

Yuli-Yoel Edelstein, Speaker of the Knesset

Shalva continues to grow thanks to the generosity and support of dear friends in Israel and around the world. We are humbled as we join in partnership with government bodies, acclaimed institutions, corporations, communities worldwide, and exceptional individuals.

Together we are inspiring hope, changing lives, and creating a better, more inclusive world.

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ISRAEL Shalva - Beit Nachshon 6 Even Dnan Street POB 34449 Jerusalem 9134302 T +972-2-651-9555 F +972-2-653-5787 E info@shalva.org

USA American Friends of Shalva 315 Fifth Avenue, 6Th Fl. New York, NY 10016 T 212-725-0900 F 212-725-5624 E leo@shalva-usa.org

UK British Friends of Shalva Unit 239, Kinetic Business Center Theobald Street Borehamwood, Herts WD6 4PJ T +44-208-387-4135 F +44-208-387-4136 E uk@shalva.org

CANADA Canadian Friends of Shalva 201 Bridgeland Avenue Toronto, Ontario M6A 1Y7 T 647-884-3636 F 416-256-4003 E canadianfriends@shalva.org

MEXICO

www.shalva.org

Mexican Friends of Shalva Hacienda del Ciervo #27 - 504 Hacienda de las Palmas Huixquilucan Edo de Mexico CP 52787, Mexico City T +52-55-52163542 E stevanjennifer@gmail.com