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Congregation Habonim, 

We are sharing with you a recording of last night's briefing that was held for UJA's leading donors. Due to zoom capacity, the meeting was not open to the public at large but we hope you will take the time to watch - click here to view the recording.

The 25 minute video is highly informative and features several senior UJA professionals who share their plans to lead our Jewish community forward in this crisis. The video discusses the catastrophic war in Israel, security considerations in the GTA, how you can help those who are suffering, and tonight's rally at Mel Lastman. 

Please note that the UJA Security Hotline is open 24/7 and can be reached at 416-635-5600.   
 
We hope to see you and your family at the Emergency Rally for the People of Israel on Monday at 7:00 PM in Mel Lastman Square (5100 Yonge Street). It is critical that Jews and non-Jews come out in force. More details on tonight's rally  here .

If you want to learn more about UJA's Special Appeal for Israelis Under Attack, and wish to make a gift, please visit  https://www.jewishtoronto.com/2023_israel_emergency ,or reach out to Sara Lefton at  slefton@ujafed.org . Every dollar will provide aid for Israelis on the front lines of this crisis—supporting Israeli victims of terror through direct financial assistance, enabling the evacuation of civilians from war zones, and making possible needed mental health programs for those living with trauma. 

Also, https://www.brothersandsistersinarms.org/donate  is urgently raising funds towards procuring and distributing supplies to civilians and security personnel in Israel. There is a  shortage of essential personal protective shields, putting Israeli soldiers, and particularly the reserve units who have been deployed to the front lines, in even greater danger. Please visit the website to learn more and to make a donation. 
 
Thank you—and strength to the people of Israel and to us all.

Alexis Slatt, President 
Eli Rubenstein, Religious Leader 
Aviva Rajsky, Rabbi Cantor