HOW DO I SIGN UP FOR A

MITZAH MANIA PROJECT?

1. Check the Project Calendar for thedates you want to volunteer.

2. Look up the project’s descriptionby the reference number listed besideit in the Project Calendar.

3. Fill out the Mitzvah Mania sign-up form on the TOV web page,www.juf.org/tov/Mitzvot.aspor call (312) 357-4762 with yourpreferences. If you call, make sure tohave contact information ready foreach volunteer.

4. Have a great time!

JUF TOV VOLUNTEER NETWORK2010 fall mitzvah mania

The JUF TOV Volunteer Network connectsvolunteers with numerous social service agenciesthroughout the Chicago area. TOV is designed to

engage members of our community in the mitzvah oftikkun olam, repairing our world.

Family Friendly projects welcome adults with children ofall ages so that children can learn the true meaning oftikkun olam. Family Friendly projects are indicated bythis symbol: F in the project calendar and project list.

Volunteer opportunities are limited, so please contactTOV soon! Due to the popularity of these opportunities,each individual/group can register for a maximum of twoprojects unless space permits. You will receive aconfirmation letter with all the necessary informationregarding your assignment.

*The JUF TOV Volunteer Network office will be closedMonday, September 6 for Labor Day; Thursday,September 9 and Friday, September 10 for RoshHashanah; Thursday, September 23, Friday, September24, Thursday, September 30 and Friday, October 1 forSuccoth.

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Maot Chitim of Greater Chicago delivers 5,000 RoshHashanah and 5,000 Passover food boxes to needy Jewswho live in Chicago and its surrounding suburbs. Bulkshipments are also provided to several thousand needy inshelter houses, health care institutions, and Jewishprisoners throughout the state. Volunteers are needed toassemble boxes, pack perishable and non-perishable foodand deliver these food boxes so that the needy may observethe holidays in a traditional and dignified manner.Additionally, teams of volunteers meet trucks at largesubsidized buildings to distribute boxes to individualapartments. Volunteers can spend time with therecipient(s) in their homes or apartments.

Contacts:For More information contact Audrey Lane-Schiff at(847) 674-3224. To volunteer as a group or individualemail volunteer@maotchitim.org. To volunteer in thesouth suburbs, contact Alene Rutzky at (708) 798-1884or AleneRutzky@juf.org.

* MAOT CHITIM OF GREATER CHICAGO

Contact TOV: (312)357-4762 • www.juf.org/tov

Day-of Packing:Pack food items into the boxes. Signing up in advance isencouraged, but not necessary.Date: Sunday, August 22Time: 9:30 AM – 3:45 PMAges: 12+

Maot Chitim Delivery:Deliver to Chicago and its suburbs, you do not need topre-register to deliver, but you must have a vehicle fordelivery.Date: Sunday, August 29Time: 6:00 AM – Packing

9:00 AM – Delivery BeginsAges: Family Friendly F

Check maotchitim.org for directions or call the MaotChitim office (847) 674-3224 for more information.

Volunteers: Unlimited

As the 2010/2011 school year approaches, theJUF TOV Literacy Project is looking for volunteertutors for ten schools in the Greater Chicagolandarea. Volunteers can participate in either face-to-face or online tutoring. Most tutoring happensduring the school day. There is one after school program. Details pro-vided upon request. Tutors must commit to volunteering on a weekly basis for the entire school year. For more informationor to sign up, please contact TOV.

FALL MITZVAH MANIA COLLECTION DRIVE

Am Shalom840 Vernon Avenue Glencoe

Beth Hillel Congregation Bnai Emunah3220 Big Tree Lane Wilmette

Congregation Beth Shalom772 W. 5thNaperville

Bernard Weinger JCC300 Revere Drive Northbrook

From Wednesday, August 25 – Sunday, October 10 TOV will be collecting new toys, new travel-sizetoiletries, and new winter outerwear to benefit the clients of local social service agencies.

donation drop-off sites

Dates: Thursday, September 9Friday, September 10

Time: 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Location: 1551 Lake Cook, DeerfieldAges: 12+Volunteers: 3 each date

#6 Escort residents to and from the synagogue andassist during Yom Kippur services.

Date: Friday, September 17(Kol Nidre service)

Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Date: Saturday, September 18Times: 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (Yiskor service)

6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. (Break the fast)

Location: 1551 Lake Cook, DeerfieldAges: 12+Volunteers: 3 each date

CJE LIEBERMAN GERIATRIC HEALTH CENTRE

Lieberman is a skilled-nursing facility offering social,recreational and rehabilitative programs.

#7 Escort residents to and from assist during RoshHashanah services.

Dates: Thursday, September 9Friday, September 10

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

#8 Escort residents to and from and assist duringYom Kippur services.

Date: Friday, September 17Time: 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Date: Saturday, September 18Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

#9 Escort residents to and from and assist duringSukkot services.

Dates: Thursday, September23Friday, September 24

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

#10 Escort residents to and from assist duringShemini Atzeret services.

Dates: Thursday, September 30Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

#11 Escort residents to and from and assist duringSimchat Torah services.

Date: Friday, October 1Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Location: 9700 Gross Point, SkokieAges: 13+Volunteers: 4 each date

#12 Help decorate the sukkah for the seniors livingat Lieberman

Date: Sunday, September 19Time: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.Location: 9700 Gross Point, SkokieAges: Family Friendly FVolunteers: 10

* JUF UPTOWN CAFE

The Dina and Eli Field EZRA Multi-Service Centercoordinates the Cafe under the auspices of the JewishCommunity Centers of Chicago. The Cafe, a kosher, anti-hunger program, provides meals to people who arehungry while, at the same time, nourishing their spirits.

#13 Set tables, serve a restaurant-style meal, cleartables and visit with guests.Date: Thursday, August 26Time: 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.Volunteers: 8

Date: Thursday, September 2Time: 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.Volunteers: 9

Date: Sunday, September 5Time: 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Volunteers: 12

Date: Monday, September 6, Labor DayBrunchTime: 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Volunteers: 8

Date: Tuesday, September 7Time: 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.Volunteers: 8

Location: 909 W. Wilson, ChicagoAges: 18+, 12+ with an adult

KIDS ENJOY EXERCISE NOW (KEEN)

KEEN is a volunteer organization that provides free one-to-one recreational opportunities for children and youngadults with mental and physical disabilities. At each KEENsession, a participating athlete is paired with a volunteer

Contact TOV: (312)357-4762 • www.juf.org/tov

coach for a variety of age-appropriate recreational activities.

#14 Work one-on-one with an athlete at a KEENsports session. Activities include KEENquatics,playing with basketballs, jump ropes, scooters,parachutes, hula-hoops and more. Shift time includestraining. KEEN is an active volunteer opportunity.

Dates: Sunday, September 26Sunday, October 10

Time: 3:15 – 5:30 p.m.Location: High Ridge YMCA

2424 W. Touhy, ChicagoAges: 18+, 15+ with an adultVolunteers: 8 each day

LAKE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVES

Lake County Forest Preserves aim to preserve a dynamicand unique system of natural and cultural resources and todevelop innovative education, recreation and culturalopportunities of regional value while exercisingenvironmental and fiscal responsibility. LCFP hosts avariety of award-winning facilities and programs in morethan 27, 200 acres of peaceful, natural settings.

#15 Clean up and clear brush from the preserve area.

Date: Sunday, September 19Time: 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.Location: Elm Road Woods, LincolnshireAges: 18+, 12+ with an adultVolunteers: 10

PANTRY OF RICH TOWNSHIP

The Pantry provides food at no cost to low-incomeresidents of the Township and all of Park Forest who meetthe Department of Human Services guidelines. They alsooffer utility assistance, on a limited basis, to those whoqualify for The Pantry.

#16 Repack and distribute produce donated from theGreater Chicago Food Depository for The Pantry’sFresh Produce Program.

Date: Wednesday, October 6Time: 9:15 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.Location: 22013 Governors Hwy.,

Richton ParkAges: 12+Volunteers: 4

TEMPLE SHOLOM OF CHICAGO’S MONDAY MEAL

Temple Sholom, founded in 1867 and one of Chicago’soldest synagogues, affirms Judaism as a dynamic andmotivating force in the lives of its congregants. The Templesits in the forefront of Reform Judaism educating bothyoung and old, presenting lectures and programs of broadappeal, serving the disadvantaged in the community andhelping those searching for new forms of worship andexpression within Jewish heritage.

#17 Set up, clean up, cook and serve a warm meal to 50plus hungry local Chicagoans.

Dates: Monday, September 13Times: 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m

Preparation and set-up 3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Serving meal and clean-up5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Both shiftsLocation: 3840 N. Lake Shore, ChicagoAges: 10+Volunteers: 10 per shift

THE ARK

Today, nearly 5,000 people are dependent on the ARKfor survival. The services offered to Jews in need includemedical, dental and vision care, legal and social welfareservices, food pantry access, shelter for the homeless,clothing vouchers and more. All ARK services are freeof charge and are offered with dignity.

#1 Serve a meal at Caffé ARK.Date: Wednesday, August 25Location: 6450 N. California, ChicagoTime: 4:45 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Ages: 12+Volunteers: 6

BRENTWOOD NORTH NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER

For more than 25 years, Brentwood has provided long-term, sub-acute and rehabilitation services for over 100residents. The Center organizes a variety of recreationalprograms for the residents in its dementia, rehabilitation,skilled nursing and long-term units.

#2 Bring your dog and spend an hour visiting withBrentwood residents.

Date: Sunday, August 29Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.Location: 3705 Deerfield Road, RiverwoodsAges: Family and Pet Friendly FVolunteers: 10 families

CHICAGO CHESED FUND

Chicago Chesed Fund helps those of our communitythrough financial assistance and a warehouse of freegroceries, household staples, used clothing, and furniture.

#3 Organize, clean, and restock the shelves at theCCF warehouse.

Date: Sunday, October 10

Time: 12:00 – 2:00 p.m.Location: CCF Food Warehouse

7045 N. Ridgeway, LincolnwoodAges: 12+Volunteers: 10

* CJE SENIOR LIFE

The CJE assists older people and their families throughquality programming. The services offered includephysical and/or psychological assistance to elders intheir own homes, adult day services, and full-time careand protection in a long-term care facility.

CJE SENIOR LIFE ADULT DAY SERVICES

Adult Day Services provides weekday traditional adultdaycare programs and Alzheimer’s care with koshermeals, outings and activities.

#4 Participate in a Sukkah discussion while helpingthe residents prepare and decorate for Sukkot. Helpserve lunch and snacks and interact with clients.

Date: Wednesday, September 22Time: 11:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.Location: 1015 W. Howard, EvanstonAges: Family Friendly FVolunteers: 3

CJE GIDWITZ PLACE

Gidwitz serves older adults who require a supportiveenvironment yet still wish to live as independently aspossible.

#5 Escort residents to and from the synagogue andassist during Rosh Hashanah services.

Date: Wednesday, September 8(Erev Rosh Hashanah)

Time: 6:15 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

2010 FALL MITZVAH MANIA PROJECTS

* Listings with an asterisk are part of the JUF/JF partnership of agencies serving the Chicago and worldwide Jewish community.F Listings with this symbol are Family Friendly projects.

Contact TOV: (312)357-4762 • www.juf.org/tov

MITZVAH MANIA project calendarAUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2010

OCTOBER 2010

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

25#1 Caffé ARK

26#13 JUF Uptown Cafe

27 28

29#2Brentwood

30 31 1 2#13 JUF Uptown Cafe

3 4

5#13 JUF Uptown Cafe

6Labor Day – TOV OfficesClosed

#13 JUF Uptown Cafe

7#13 JUF Uptown Cafe

8#5 CJE GidwitzPlace

Erev RoshHashanah

9#7 CJE Lieberman

Rosh Hashanah

10#7 CJE Lieberman

Rosh Hashanah

11

12 13#17 Temple Sholom ofChicago’s MondayMeal

14 15 16 17#8 CJE Lieberman

#6 CJE GidwitzPlaace

Erev YomKippur

18#6 CJE GidwitzPlaace

#8 CJELieberman

Yom Kippur

19#15 Lake CountyForest Preserves

#12 CJE Lieberman

26#14 Kids EnjoyExercise Now

Sukkot

20

27

Sukkot

28

Sukkot

29

Sukkot

30#10 CJE Lieberman

Shimini Atzeret

1#11 CJE Lieberman

Simchat Torah

2

21 22

Erev Sukkot

#4CJE SeniorLifeAdult Services

23#9 CJELieberman

Sukkot

24#9 CJE Lieberman

Sukkot

25

Sukkot

73 4 5 6#16 Pantry of Rich Township

8 9

14 15 1610#3 ChicagoChesed

#14 Kids EnjoyExercise Now

11 12 13

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2010 fall mitzvah maniaJUF TOV VOLUNTEER NETWORK

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Skip SchrayerChairman of the Board

Theodore F. Perlman2010 Campaign Chairman

Steven MillerTOV Committee Chair

Dr. Steven B. NasatirPresident

Beth ChernerVice President,

Campaign

Audra P. BergAssociate Vice President,Leadership Development

and Campaign

Jennifer SmithDirector, Volunteer Services

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OF METROPOLITAN CHICAGO

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