Dear Friends and Family,

While brainstorming ideas for my Bat Mitzvah, my family and I realized that my celebration should be more than just a party.  We wanted my bat Mitzvah to be a meaningful experience that would be the beginning of my commitment to Chesed and Tikun Olam. Two years ago I visited Israel with my grandparents, and one of the highlights of my trip was spending time with children at Bet Elazraki Children's Home.  I was amazed by the uniquely nurturing environment and the warm atmosphere.  I feel extremely lucky to be sharing my Bat Mitzvah with the girls of Bet Elazraki.  

Bet Elazraki in Netanya is a safe and loving home to hundreds of at-risk children ages 6-18. These children were removed from dysfunctional, and often life-threatening, family situations. It is Bet Elazraki's mission to embrace and nurture each and every child, to break the cycle of distress, and help each child reach his/her full potential.  At Bet Elazraki, children heal and begin to thrive as the devoted staff helps them shed their pain, cope with their trauma, and bridge gaps to allow them to fulfill their potential. For children brought to their doorstep, Bet Elazraki is a home for life. It is not a short-term crises facility-it is their home and their family.

To learn more about Bet Elazraki and their children, please visit: www.elazraki.org

I hope you will be able to join me in supporting these special children. 

Thank you for your generosity.

Love,

Isabelle Stavsky