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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Chai Lifeline, the Jewish community’s leading crisis and health support network, is pleased to announce the appointment of Yehudah Zellermaier, LCSW, as the new Director of its Greater New York region. Zellermaier brings over 15 years of experience in social services and nonprofit leadership to the organization.
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This February, a group of teenagers living with serious illnesses and disabilities will embark on a life-changing journey to Israel as part of Chai Lifeline’s Hartman Family Foundation Wish at the Wall program. Scheduled for February 26 through March 9, the annual program celebrates life, resilience, and heritage, offering these remarkable young men and women, as well as their parents a unique opportunity to experience the beauty and spirituality of Israel while accommodating their every medical need.
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Chai Lifeline directors from across the United States and around the world convened in Eatontown, NJ, on January 27-28, 2025, for the organization’s Annual Regional Directors Conference. The two-day gathering brought together leaders from New York, New Jersey/Pennsylvania, Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, Midwest, and West Coast, as well as Toronto, Montreal, Israel, Belgium, and the United Kingdom, representing more than 6,000 families supported globally by Chai Lifeline.
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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 Mid-Atlantic, the leading organization providing critical support to families facing pediatric illness in Baltimore, Silver Spring, and the greater Washington, DC, area, is launching its most impactful fundraiser yet: YOU Can Make a Difference.
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In an inspiring show of unity and compassion, the students of Magen David Yeshivah, in Brooklyn, NY, have come together to support Chai Lifeline through their Chai-A-Thon 2024 Team Page. By forming a team and sharing their page with family and friends, these students have taken action to help advance Chai Lifeline’s mission of bringing hope and joy to children and families facing illness. To date, their efforts have raised an incredible $157,403—a testament to their dedication and the power of community.
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As wildfires continue to devastate the Palisades and Greater Los Angeles area in California, Chai Lifeline has been tirelessly responding to the needs of families and individuals affected by the crisis. From evacuations to the heartbreaking loss of homes, Chai Lifeline is providing support, guidance, and resources to bring relief during this challenging time.
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From Sunday, January 5, to Monday, January 6, more than 50 mothers of children battling serious illness gathered for an unforgettable two-day retreat, hosted by Chai Lifeline. Held on the serene Camp Simcha campus in Glen Spey, NY, the retreat offered these incredible women a much-needed respite filled with connection, creativity, and care.
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Chai Lifeline’s National Gala drew more than 800 guests to celebrate and support the organization’s critical work on Tuesday, December 17 at Pier Sixty, New York City. The evening, themed “Shining Together,” highlighted the vital impact of Chai Lifeline, the Jewish community’s leading health and crisis support network.
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