A Special Message for our Donors

Thank you for everything

Dear friend,

The Jewish Federation of Ottawa is grateful to our donors every day of the year, but today on THANK YOU THURSDAY, we are sending you a special message of appreciation coinciding with the launch of our new Your Gift in Action initiative.

When you make a gift to Federation’s Annual Campaign you are making a measurable difference in the betterment of your community – your gift enriches lives, supports those in need and empowers people to live their best Jewish life.

Your Gift in Action aims to provide you with regular updates on special initiatives that your donation has made possible. We are grateful to you for your compassion and generosity. Thank you for making Jewish Ottawa thrive.

Since 2020, the MicroGRANT program has provided funding to agencies and individuals in support of creative initiatives that contribute to vibrant Jewish life. So far there have been more than 40 grants awarded amounting to $80K in total disbursements, and more than 500 community members engaged.

Today’s Gift in Action focuses on one of those MicroGRANTs: The Ottawa Torah Centre Outdoor Patio

The OTC received a grant of $2500 to erect a tented patio where they offered a series of events throughout the summer and the holidays helping to unite the Jewish community within COVID safe measures. Events celebrated by OTC included pre-Shabbat events, Dinner Nights, Children Circles, Sunday Tefillin clubs with Breakfast, events with stories, inspiration and music; and a special event for Sukkoth, Soup, Scotch and Smoked Meat in the Sukkah.

“The concept of having an outdoor space to gather and reengage the community in person in smaller groups as we emerge from COVID was extremely well received and very successful.”

- Rabbi Menachem Blum

A video thank you message from our CEO Andrea Freedman sharing Federation's gratitude.