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Tikkun Olam

Highlights
PCS is deeply committed to Tikkun Olam—repair of the world. We encourage—even challenge—each of us to participate in the many projects that help repair this world; for we are ultimately known by our deeds. The organizations and sources below represent a sampling of ongoing activities and projects we support year round. Please see "Current Projects" for seasonal and other special efforts.

Search Volunteer Projects at UJA-Federation's Website
Are you: · A recent retiree looking to contribute your time as a pro bono consultant? A parent who wants to teach your children the important values of Tikkun Olam and Gemilut Chasidim by helping those in need? A teenager who needs to receive community service credits through volunteer hours? Join other Jewish New Yorkers to make a difference in your community! Click on the link above for details!

Negev Nectars 
PCS has signed on as a delivery site for Negev Nectars, a new venture that a member of our PCS community has recently initiated. Negev Nectars is importing and distributing products from Israel previously not available in the US, such as olive oil, honey, jams, dried fruits and chutney that are kosher and organically certified when possible.  Any profits from the business will be reinvested in Negev farmers to help them to expand their production. Products are delivered to PCS three times a year (Chanukah, Passover and Rosh Hashana). Please click on the heading for details.

Neighbor's Link
Click on the link above to view video and for more information. Mission: To strengthen our community by actively enhancing the healthy integration of recent Latino immigrants.

Save Darfur
Building peace costs less—in lives and in dollars—than picking up the pieces after a humanitarian crisis. The best way to end genocide and mass atrocities right now is with persistent, high-level diplomacy aimed at creating sustainable peace and laying the groundwork for a more secure future. Click on the link above to view video and for more information.

Jewish National Fund (JNF)
Click on the title for video and more information. Over the past 107 years, JNF has evolved into a global environmental leader by planting 240 million trees, building over 200 reservoirs and dams, developing over 250,000 acres of land, creating more than 1,000 parks, providing the infrastructure for over 1,000 communities, bringing life to the Negev Desert and educating students around the world about Israel and the environment.
Bnei Mitzvah Community Service Ideas from WJCS!
Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS) is your not-for-profit non-sectarian neighbor, helping people cope with and conquer the effects of mental, physical, social and educational deficits servicing more than 16,000 adults, children and families each year through approximately 60 sites from Yonkers to Yorktown. Click on the link above to view or print your many wonderful options!

Midnight Run
Midnight Run is a volunteer organization dedicated to finding common ground between the housed and the homeless. Volunteers from churches, synagogues, schools and other civic groups distribute food, clothing, blankets and personal care items to the homeless poor on the streets of New York City. The late-night relief efforts create a forum for trust, sharing, understanding and affection. That human exchange, rather than the exchange of goods, is the essence of the Midnight Run mission.  Click on title above for donation needs and to learn more.

Suggestion List for Israel Support
Click above for a list of many of the organizations worthy of your support compiled by Israel Action Committee co-chair Ofri Felder.

Under One Roof
Under One Roof is a group of Muslims and Jews who are guided by principles of tolerance, compassion and connection who provide assistance and relief to the local and global community. For more information e-mail PCS Social Action Committee Chair Michael Gold or call him at 238-9219.