A commitment to community by David Cape, President of Federation CJA
Together, we have identified and agreed on some key priorities for the coming two years and have initiated a concrete action plan for success.
My mind is still in Ethiopia
Although I am physically home, my mind is still in Ethiopia. What an unbelievable trip it was. It is up to us to follow up our experience with significant efforts.
Keeping costs down – the secret to CJA success
“It is because of the generosity of these companies that we are able to direct almost 91% of all the funds raised through Combined Jewish Appeal to impact Jewish lives in our own community and all around the world.”
Teen students encourage charitable giving
“We felt that our teens could play an important role in helping to ensure the future of the Montreal Jewish community.”
CJA11 inspired action for one another, as total for Campaign is announced
The 2011 Combined Jewish Appeal Campaign inspired over 16,000 members of the community to take action for one another, raising over a projected $41.1 million during the three-month campaign season.
Thanks to Ometz, you’re never alone!
In 2005, my husband and I decided to leave France temporarily for professional reasons: I wanted some international experience to go along with my degree. With our first child in tow, we embarked on a totally new adventure…
Youth take charge
“Our Campaign is about turning the tables and asking members of our generation to step up and begin the transition from takers to givers, from the beneficiaries to the trustees of our community.”
My opportunity of a lifetime
“I view the chance to serve as CEO of Federation CJA as, quite literally, the opportunity of a lifetime. And, while I recognize that I have a steep learning curve ahead of me, there are a few things that I already know to be true…”
West Island families embrace Jewish life
“We are bringing people together with other families just like them. Relationships and friendships are being built, between the parents and between the children.”
A call to action to the Sephardic community
“If only people could see the difference that Combined Jewish Appeal makes, if they could meet the thousands of people whose lives are better because of Federation CJA.”
This Rosh Hashana…
greetings from new Federation CJA president David J. Cape
“Rosh Hashanah provides an excellent opportunity to reflect on the connection of our Jewish values of tzedakah and tikun olam with the work of Combined Jewish Appeal.”
Jack Hasen Passes Presidency to David J. Cape at Federation CJA’s Annual General Meeting
“We are not a community of institutions; we are a community of people. People who are devoted, caring, passionate and committed to our community and all it stands for,” Jack Hasen, outgoing President of Federation CJA told the audience at the organization’s 94th Annual General Meeting on September 19.
Making a Difference – the Female Way!
“The Montreal Jewish community is blessed to have so many dedicated women volunteers that are willing to lend a hand, provide a meal, knit a scarf, sort clothing, walk 25 kilometers or man telephones to ask for donations.”
Young Leaders of Today
“As we had our second and then third child, and as they became more ingrained in Jewish day schools, I realized that Montreal is our home. This is the community that we inherited, but this is also the community that we are going to pass on.”