Mitzvah Opportunities
In conjunction with JUF’s Tikkun Olam Network (TOV), the Young Women’s City (YWC) Council will coordinate special volunteer opportunities for groups of women throughout the year. Locations will be announced upon receipt of reservations. Limited spaces are available for each program. Please contact YWC at YWCcouncil@juf.org for more information or to RSVP.
ARK Hanukkah Gift Wishes Drop Off Event
- Sunday, December 6, 2009
- Little Threads (2033 W. Roscoe)
- 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
- Family friendly
YWC participants will sign up through The ARK to purchase Hanukkah gifts for clients through the Gift Wishes program. Then, come to Little Threads in Lakeview to drop off your Hanukkah gifts – we’ll socialize, eat and create holiday cards to send to American Soldiers fighting overseas. YWC will then take all of the gifts to The ARK, saving you the trip! Please note: Forms to participate are due to the ARK by October 30!
Serve dinner at the JUF Uptown Cafe
- Tuesday, January 19, 2010
- JUF Uptown Cafe (909 W. Wilson)
- 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
- Adults only
The JUF Uptown Cafe is Chicago’s first kosher anti-hunger program for the needy. In addition to providing hot meals in a restaurant-style setting, the JUF Uptown Cafe program brings dignity and hope to people in need. YWC volunteers will set tables, serve food and converse with guests.
