Last week, I had the privilege of being part of something truly special. Team Lifeline’s Miami Marathon weekend wasn’t just an event—it was an experience that reminded me, once again, of the unwavering support, love, and strength that Chai Lifeline brings to those who need it most.
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After working for the past three summers as a counselor at Camp Simcha Special, Chai Lifeline’s amazing summer program for children living with chronic illness and disabilities, I was inspired to find more ways to become involved in the world of Jewish nonprofit organizations, also known as “Klal work.” I was unsure of where to begin in going about this goal when I was told about Chai Lifeline’s Lubeck Fellowship in Jewish Nonprofit and Communal Leadership, run by Rabbi Ari Dembitzer, Head Counselor at Camp Simcha and Rabbi of Beth Israel Synagogue in Omaha, Nebraska.
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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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On Sunday, June 2, Chai Lifeline marked a significant milestone with the groundbreaking of its New Jersey Center, set to open in September 2025. This state-of-the-art facility is dedicated to enhancing support for children and their families confronting serious health challenges in New Jersey and beyond.
read full storyChai Lifeline, the leading Jewish support network for children, families, and communities impacted by medical crises and trauma, is pleased to announce the addition of Moshe Buchman and Bari Erber to its Board of Directors.
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The Boro Park community turned out in full force to celebrate the grand opening of the Chai Lifeline Family Center on Sunday, September 10. Hundreds gathered to watch the beautiful kevias [affixing] mezuzah ceremony led by the Stuchiner Rebbe, Reb Lazer Yudkovsky, and enjoyed balloons, games, and an ice cream truck, as they marked the momentous occasion.
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More than 675 cyclists with one shared goal are gearing up for the largest Bike4Chai experience to date. The renowned, premier cycling event benefitting Chai Lifeline will set out from Kalahari Resort in the Poconos to “The World’s Greatest Finish Line” at Camp Simcha in Glen Spey, NY. Riders will celebrate their 165-mile journey with campers, staff, family, and friends.
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For Yaakov* and his family, planning for his bar mitzvah celebration had been an effort long in the making. The date and shul had been booked and the food had already been ordered. But as his family recalled, “Hashem decided He had other plans,” and Yaakov would have to mark becoming a bar mitzvah as a patient in Johns Hopkins Medical Center.
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Chai Lifeline Midwest recently conducted a series of comprehensive training seminars for the newest members of its local crisis and trauma response team. The sessions, led by renowned expert Rabbi Dr. Dovid Fox, Director of Chai Lifeline’s Crisis Services, saw the participation of thirty dedicated men and women volunteers from across Chicago’s Jewish community. The group trainings were generously hosted by Yitzy Weiss at the WiFi Professional Building in Skokie, Illinois.
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The Englewood community hosted Chai Lifeline’s annual Friends and Fun Shabbaton on May 5-6, bringing together over 63 girls impacted by pediatric illness and a dedicated group of local volunteers. The uplifting Shabbaton was organized by committee members Lori Schlakman, Deborah Berger, and Jodi Cohen and featured a packed schedule of speakers, activities, and delicious meals.
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