Whether you are a student, working professional, or retiree, the time you give to others is time invested in yourself. My name is Emily, I am a student intern at Maot Chitim. As someone who has experienced the immense benefits of volunteering, I am excited to tell you how giving your time, skills, and compassion […]
Ride for a cause! At Maot Chitim we know that the best ways to give back are good for the community and good for the soul. Now, we are excited to present an opportunity that is also great for your health as well! The 2nd annual Midwest Charity Ride is a bike race for men […]
A family year-end letter to add to your collection! At Maot Chitim, we experienced how life can change in a moment’s notice, what coming together as a community looks like, and what it’s like to survive, not only one pandemic, but two. January 2020 came with the promise of a good year. After all, thanks […]
Despite financial and logistical hardships, Jewish nonprofit organizations in Chicago do not intend to stop their critical work of supporting Jewish life. With covid wreaking havoc on everyone’s lives, the nature of nonprofit operations is changing at record speed. Organizations found new and creative ways to adapt. At Maot Chitim we didn’t have any hands-on […]
Thankful for our Dedicated Supporters At this time of year, as we are approaching Thanksgiving and continued uncertainty, we are reflecting on what we are thankful for. At Maot Chitim we continue to be thankful for our dedicated supporters. We are thankful that, with your help, we have continued to provide necessary food for our […]
Since COVID-19 hit the US in February and March, Jewish nonprofit organizations have struggled financially, some on the brink of collapse. Jewish nonprofits tend to diversify their funding sources — they offer memberships and charge program fees, hold multiple fundraisers during the year, build personal connections with donors, and apply for grants that support specific […]
To some it may just look like bag with a challah, a small jar of honey and a calendar, but to the hundreds of Holocaust Survivors who received this heartfelt gift, it was a symbol of love that showed we cared and they have not been forgotten. At the same time providing a meaningful volunteer […]
At Maot Chitim we’re sharing three wholesome, tasty, tried-and-true dishes that will look beautiful on your Sukkot table under the stars. The Jewish harvest festival is approaching! Sukkot, which translates as booths or huts, commemorates the years when the Israelites wandered the desert after fleeing Egypt under G-d’s protection. The solemn high holidays of Rosh […]
Today marks three months since we have been sheltered in place and working from home. The one thing we miss most about not being at the office, is seeing our volunteers on a regular basis. At Maot Chitim we greatly appreciate the people who make this all possible. It takes a dedicated team to bring our mission […]
