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Future plans for this space also in- ish summer day camp. The proposed of a thriving 21 century operation, ty is vital to every aspect of this cam-
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clude a newly designed and relocated camp will serve students from Kinder- including the requirements of the pus project. Working with our new
Beatrice Friedman Theater. garten through 9 grade. Children from COVID-19 environment we are cur- Jewish Community Security Director,
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The Larry & Mary Greenspon all backgrounds will be welcomed with rently experiencing. The new space Jeff Solomon, and his partners at the
Sports Complex will offer a host of open arms to a camp rooted in Jewish will be flexible and allows for the pos- Secure Community Network (SCN),
outdoor sports activities such as tennis values, such as tzedakah (giving back), sibility of future staff expansion. our leadership is taking every precau-
and swimming. A new family aquat- kehillah (community) and givun (di- Rounding out the campus plans (at tion to ensure that all who visit our
ic center, including a splash pad, will versity). A camp committee, chaired least for now!) is the Holocaust Re- campus will feel safe and secure.
be added to enable recreational and by Jaime Marco and Tommy Bern- membrance Park, a beautifully land- We are extremely grateful to all our
educational swim options for adults stein, has surveyed parents, held focus scaped area surrounding a tranquil capital campaign donors and our cam-
and children. Additional features groups and done extensive research lake. This space is dedicated to preserv- pus project leadership, without whom
will include exercise and fitness op- to ensure that the camp will offer the ing the memory of those who perished this vision could not become a reality.
tions, indoor changing facilities and kind of programming that appeals to during the Holocaust and will promote We invite you to join in the dream for
more. families, from camp favorites such as awareness of the evils of hatred, an- our new campus: Where You Belong,
The sports complex will be an im- gaga and arts and crafts, to STEM/ tisemitism and prejudice. We envision JFED PROUD & STRONG.
portant feature of the proposed Jewish STEAM education, bike trails and this area for everything from quiet re- To learn more about the project,
summer day camp. The Federation is farm-to-table gardening and cooking flection to an outdoor classroom for please visit jfedsrq.org/proudstrong or
grateful to Karen and Tommy Bern- classes. area students. The Sam & Sally Sha- contact Ilene Fox (941.343.2111), Rich
stein for their generous lead gift to The Klingenstein Jewish Center, piro Holocaust Children’s Memorial, Bergman (941.552.6306) Gisele Pint-
name the camp in memory of their the Federation’s administrative build- as well as a Wall of Honor and other chuck (941.706.0029) or Scott Ander-
beloved daughter, Marci Lynn. Our ing, is already undergoing a major sculptures, will be significant features son (941.356.5401).
Federation has received so many re- renovation. The entire space is being of this space.
quests from young families for a Jew- remodeled to accommodate the needs It is important to note that securi-

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matters here.
matters here.

The Women’s Giving Circle [ “Ma’agal Receive
Nashim”] is a giving circle that empowers
women as funders, decision makers and Texts
agents of change. Each member contributes
$500, and each has an equal voice in
directing our funds. The giving circle model about Jewish
multiplies individual actions, creating a
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In the last five years, we have distributed event updates
more than $273,006 in grants to
nonprofits in Israel that help women and and more?
children of all backgrounds live safer,
healthier and more meaningful lives.

Our Mission
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To enhance the lives of Jewish women and children
who are in need of help and live in Israel. To: 332-22

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