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"Thanks to the Jewish Federation of Ottawa, Jewish Family Services (JFS) has been able to continue supporting students, seniors, and the vulnerable members of our Jewish community, responding to the growing needs with the necessary capacity, resources, and expertise. The Federation has been a vital conduit for our collaboration with other Jewish agencies, ensuring we can serve the Jewish community effectively. With the increase in Jewish newcomers to Canada, it's more important than ever to provide the resources for mental health support, student services, and financial aid."

Sarah Caspi, Executive Director, Jewish Family Services

As one, we bring our communities together to extend a helping hand to those in need.

As one, we will lead the way to a brighter tomorrow where Jewish life flourishes for generations to come.

EMPOWERING OUR MOST VULNERABLE


As one, we help those in need: Federation is dedicated to ensuring everyone has access to meaningful Jewish experiences from seniors finding connection, families in crisis receiving vital assistance, to the person with developmental disabilities being able to embrace life to the fullest.

 

For Hillel Lodge, your donation means that 121 seniors can receive Kosher meals and specialized Judaic programming. Strategic funding helped support additional programming for enrich their golden years.

 

For Jewish Family Services, your donation means that families and individuals in need can receive emergency financial assistance, counselling, and help with food security.
•  Every month, $11,000 goes to support the Ottawa Jewish community through Jewish Family Services’ Tikvah poverty relief program 
• Jewish Family Services (JFS) conducts 103 counselling sessions through the Jewish day schools  and has 357 ongoing senior Jewish clients  

 

For Tamir, your donation means that people with developmental disabilities can realize their potential and live their lives to the fullest in a supportive Jewish environment. Strategic funding provided consultancy for their strategic plan, professional development, and training for their board and the community as well as support for inclusivity projects like Jewish Disability and Inclusion Month and the creation of a new inclusive siddur. 

 


A gift to the Annual Campaign provides compassionate care for our most vulnerable through our social service agencies like Bess and Moe Greenberg Family Hillel Lodge, Jewish Family Services, Tamir, and programs like AJA 50+ Creative Connections, Camp B’nai Brith’s scholarships for campers, and Jewish Youth Library’s Friendship Circle and more.