Chai Lifeline is excited to announce the opening of applications for the second cohort of its Lubeck Fellowship in Jewish Nonprofit and Communal Leadership. Building on the success of last year’s inaugural class of 23 exceptional participants, this groundbreaking program offers a transformative experience for young men and women eager to make a meaningful impact within the Jewish community.
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The Roth&Co Harmony of Hope Benefit Concert, held Sunday, September 8, was an overwhelming success, with more than 1,800 members of the greater Chicago community coming together to support Chai Lifeline Midwest. The sold-out event at the Copernicus Center featured heartwarming performances, moving tributes, and a powerful show of solidarity for local children and families facing illness and crisis.
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Chai Lifeline’s Camp Simcha, a beacon of hope and joy for children with cancer, disabilities, and other serious illnesses, is proud to announce the launch of the “Eternal Simcha: A Sefer Torah Legacy Campaign.” This alumni-led initiative aims to dedicate a Sefer Torah to be permanently housed at Camp Simcha, providing a symbol of achdus [unity] and chizuk [strength] for its campers, Chai Lifeline families, and the broader community.
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Once again, the Syrian community rallied together in a show of unwavering support for the Chai Lifeline Sephardic Division as our campers returned for another incredible year of Deal Day.
This year’s Deal Day event was nothing short of spectacular, featuring 450 dedicated volunteers, 122 campers, over 250 joyful guests, and the inspiring arrival of the Tour de Simcha—a group of women cyclists who rode into the event after raising crucial funds for Chai Lifeline. Their commitment and energy were a highlight of the day, symbolizing the powerful impact of community support.
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Brooklyn, NY- A special school supplies store has recently become available to Chai Lifeline children and families battling illness at home. This initiative is designed to ease the burden of back-to-school shopping, providing essential supplies at no cost to families facing medical crises in the Greater New York area.
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Chai Lifeline, the Jewish community’s leading children’s health and crisis support network, is proud to announce the establishment of a dedicated Sephardic Division, designed to meet the unique needs of the Sephardic community with culturally sensitive support and services. This new division will extend Chai Lifeline’s comprehensive range of assistance to better serve Sephardic families facing medical crises.
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Nearly 650 cyclists from around the world are gearing up for the 15th annual Bike4Chai, a premier two-day cycling event which raises critical funds and awareness for Chai Lifeline, the Jewish community’s leading health and crisis support network.
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Boxing legend Floyd Mayweather Jr. delivered a knockout visit to Chai Lifeline’s Camp Simcha in Glen Spey, NY on July 31. Known for his quick jabs and undefeated record, Mayweather brought his championship spirit to the camp, which serves children battling cancer and chronic illnesses, offering them a unique summer experience where every medical and personal need is expertly managed.
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Rav Dovid Beinish Feinstein, Rosh Yeshiva of Yeshiva of Staten Island, paid a memorable visit to Camp Simcha, Chai Lifeline’s medically supervised summer program for children with cancer and other serious illnesses in Glen Spey, NY, on July 29. The Rosh Yeshiva spent time engaging with the campers, offering them words of chizuk and bracha.
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September 8 Concert to Feature Mordechai Shapiro and Benny Friedman; Honor Legacy of Ralla Klepak a”h
Chai Lifeline Midwest is thrilled to announce the Roth&Co Harmony of Hope Concert, benefitting the children and families of Chai Lifeline Midwest. The concert will take place on Sunday, September 8th at the Copernicus Center, located at 5216 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago.
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