Committees ยป Tikkun Olam
TIKKUN OLAM
The mission of the Tikkun Olam committee is to organize activities through which KE members will have the privilege and opportunity to fulfill the traditional Jewish obligation to "repair the world" by serving the needs of our local, national and global communities. These activities include direct service to those in need in our internal and external communities, the collection and distribution of funds both locally and internationally, and creating partnerships with other organizations to amplify the impact of our efforts.
This year we will continue to focus on the ever growing need of "feeding the hungry" and providing direct service to those in need. That said, we are also engaged in some activities that don't fit into this theme and welcome suggestions from congregants who want to take leadership in other projects. Our hope is that everyone in the Kol Emeth community will find a way to fulfill the obligation of Tikkun Olam and participate in at least one of our sponsored activities. The projects below are currently ongoing and always need volunteers. Don't hesitate to volunteer because of previous commitments and travel; all the projects can accommodate busy schedules.
Ecumenical Hunger Program Volunteer Schedule 2011
Sandwich making for the Urban Ministry of Palo Alto (UMPA)
We also collect toiletries for families at Shelter Network in San Mateo and are engaged in a number of one-time projects during year. These include:
The current members of the 2010-21011 Tikkun Olam committee are Judy Shulman and Ora David, co-chairs of the committee, Patty Krigel, Lisa Kolbe, Maureen Sullivan, Shirley Bob, Linda Landau and Jeff Schwarz. If you'd like to join this committee and/or take leadership in a new program, please contact Judy Shulman (shulman.judy@gmail.com). We are a group committed to Tikkun Olam and have fun working together.
