Your Impact at a Glance
Microgrants: Fueling Grassroots Innovation
Federation allocated over $80,000 in Microgrants, empowering creative initiatives across our community. These grassroots projects engaged 7,500+ participants, sparking innovation and strengthening Jewish connections.
Welcoming Newcomers
Because of you, 53 newcomer families were welcomed into Jewish Ottawa. With the support of three community ambassadors, newcomers built friendships and found a place in Jewish life.
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Federation’s flagship program PJ Library co-hosted newcomer events, helping families integrate and feel at home.
“Thanks to PJ Library, we felt immediately connected to the community. Our kids are thriving, and so are we.”
— A newcomer parent
PJ Library: Building Jewish Identity at Home
Because of you, 787 children across 595 families received free Jewish books, nurturing identity and Jewish pride at home.
Community-building highlights:
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PJ Newcomer Pool Party – 221 participants
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PJ in the Park – 249 participants, with 5 schools involved
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Creative new programs like PJ Stroll & Roll, Parents Night Out, and Parents Coffee Club are enriching family life and building connections.
Young Adult Engagement
Because of you, young adults are finding connection, leadership, and belonging.
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Chanukah Ball and HOTtawa drew hundreds of participants each
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Monthly Café Ivrit deepened Hebrew skills and cultural identity
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Singles Mingle: Jewish Ottawa Matchmaking created new opportunities for connection
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Staff hosted 60+ one-on-one coffee chats to help young adults find their place in Jewish Ottawa
