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Download Annual Report Established over a decade ago, in memory of Tova and Shamai Hanel z”l, the Afikim Family Enrichment Association continues to serve a vital role within Israeli society. after-school With increasing numbers of enrichment children being considered centers at risk of neglect or abuse, Afikim’s primary aim is to parental catch these children and empowerment their families, and address centers their needs, before they fall between the cracks. In 2019, Afikim’s afternoon enrichment centers reached a record number of over 500 children, thus ensuring that their educational, nutritional Jerusalem, Lod, and recreational needs were Kiryat Shmona, met. Through educational Netanya, Kiryat Malachi support, enrichment programs, parent workshops and more, Afikim is helping these children fulfill their dreams of a better future. students in UNIQUE AFIKIM professional English language APPROACH staff members summer camps Always viewing the child in the context of the entire family participants in Jerusalem Parent School Maintaining an Afikim initiative open channels of communication between the school, the family and volunteers Afikim staff Establishing a three- way triangle between the school, the family and Afikim, with the child at the center Using a holistic approach working with parents and children ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS Swimming lessons Sports tournaments Museum workshops (israel museum and Jerusalem's museum of natural history) Life skills workshops Master Chef cooking classes Mindfulness workshops Self-defense classes Bar/bat mitzvah events Extra-curricular programs Multi-media workshops and training Summer camps English language camps Pay it forward volunteer program ACADEMIC PROGRAMS Classes and tutelage in STEM subjects Computer labs Afikei Shachar Matriculation study groups Remedial assistance for language acquisition PARENTING PROGRAMS Household budgeting worskhops (also in Amharic) Healthy parenting workshops Nutrition workshops (also in Amharic) Basic computer skills classes (taught by Afikim graduates ) THERAPEUTIC SERVICES Animal therapy Art therapy Horticultural therapy Dog training therapy Horseback riding therapy Dance therapy BASIC NEEDS SERVICES Breakfast sandwiches, hot lunches, light dinners Gift cards to department stores Provision of winter coats and boots Personal hygiene care and instruction Back-to-School kits – new schoolbags and supplies Featured staff member: OHAD ASRAF Ohad Asraf is the director of Afikim Kiryat Malachi and has headed the center since its establishment 11 years ago. Born in Kiryat Malachi and a current resident of Ashkelon, Ohad is intimately familiar with Kiryat Malachi and understands the needs of the local population as well as the intricate workings of the local municipality, Afikim's partner. Ohad is also the deputy principal of the Amit Junior High and High School where the Afikim center is located. He is an outstanding award-winning educator, who focuses not only on the child's academic success but also on his welfare. Ohad has introduced into the Afikim program a volunteer element where, on a weekly basis, the children are involved in giving back to the community. The children visit the elderly and the sick, package food for the poor, participate in city beautification projects and more. Ohad's training as a Wingate certified sports instructor, and his IDF paratrooper army service, has taught him to demand the most out of himself and his students. Featured participant: MATAN* Matan has been a participant in Afikim Kiryat Malachi for two years, since joining the school in 7th grade. He is a sweet, quiet boy who joined Afikim after his teachers noticed a swift drop in his grades and change in behavior. At Afikim he benefited from personal attention and the care of Ohad, who immediately began to investigate these changes. What he found was surprising. Matan has been diagnosed with a rare eye disease and is slowly losing his eyesight. His parents were not able to follow up on all of Matan's medical needs. Under Ohad's watchful eye, Matan has been receiving the medical treatment he needs, his parents have received guidance and financial assistance. Thanks to Afikim, Matan, despite his steady loss of eyesight in one eye, has been doing well in school (Ohad has set him up with digital help) and making many friends. *not his real name 2019 highlights PRESIDENT OF ISRAEL RUBY RIVLIN HOSTS AFIKIM RUNNERS 70 runners ran in the 7th Annual Jerusalem- Eilat Run 6 second-generation runners ages 11-15 joined their parents running Over 1 million shekels was raised for Afikim activities President Ruby Rivlin met with the runners and gave his blessing for their extraordinary endeavor NEW RESIDENCE FOR AFIKIM TALPIOT CENTERS The new Chantal Caray Community Center in Talpiot was inaugurated in February 2020 in the presence of Jerusalem's mayor, Moshe Leon It is the new home to Afikim Mercaz Sari, Afikim Talpiot Bogrim, Afikim Learning Center and Afikei Shachar The large complex includes an industrial kitchen, dorm rooms for visitors, a dining hall and a state of the art entertainment center AFIKIM KIRYAT MALACHI GETS A MAKEOVER Architect and designer, Yaakov Conforti orchestrated renovation of the center The DenIsra local developer and local building companies donated their services The Afikim center was transformed from a classroom to a welcoming clubroom with kitchen nook, study corner and computer lab PROJECT YAFFA : BORN TO DANCE Established in loving memory of Yaffa Shaindel Munk z"l, a Holocaust survivor who loved children and education Active in 4 Jerusalem Afikim centers Offers a framework for dance expression while developing a sense of accomplishment and self-confidence through dance JERUSALEM SCHOOL FOR PARENTS Under the directorship of Dani Monderer and in partnership with Jerusalem's Division of Education Bi-monthly program attracted thousands of Jerusalem parents from all spectrums and walks of life Lecturers included renowned educators and community leaders: Rabbi Dr. Benny Lau, Rabbi Dr. Rafi Feuerstein, Lihi Lapid, Prof. Amos Rolider amongst others BAT MITZVAH GIFT: THERAPEUTIC GARDEN In honor of the bat mitzvah of Neta Bitan, her family dedicated a therapeutic garden in Afikim Pisgat Zev Working in the garden fosters a sense of responsibility and achievement amongst the children PALM BEACH FLORIDA MARATHON FOR AFIKIM 18 runners ran in support of Afikim in the annual 2019 Palm Beach Marathon The runners were led by the Palm Beach Synagogue's Rebbetzin Dinie Scheiner The running group raised over $15,000 AFIKIM MOURNS THE LOSS OF RABBI ECKSTEIN Z"L Afikim mourned the untimely passing of dear friend and supporter Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein, z"l, founder and director of the IFCJ, Hakeren L'Yedidut. May his memory be for a blessing HOME RENOVATIONS BY SHALEM STUDENTS Another successful joint venture with Shalem college Afikim families benefit from complete home renovations by students from Shalem college To quote the students: "We live in the old neighborhoods in Jerusalem, and we wanted to give these families new opportunities to live a better life." ANNUAL BUDGET 2019: 7,239,868 NIS With Special Thanks to Our Donors and Partners: Hanel Family Foundation HaKeren L'Yedidut Abraham and Sonia Rochlin Foundation CUFI: Christians United for Israel Hessing/Stahl Families Jewish Federation of Cleveland Keren Hayesod/UIA Koret Foundation Madav IX Foundation Matanel Foundation Rothberg Foundation Rubinstein Family Run4Afikim Sponsors Salmanowitz Family Trau Family Foundation Division of Welfare Education, Jerusalem Municipality Education Administration, Jerusalem Municipality Kiryat Malachi Municipality Ministry of Absorption Ministry of Construction and Housing – Project Renewal Ministry of Education Ministry of Welfare Friends of Afikim-France Friends of Afikim-Switzerland Friends of Afikim-USA Friends of Afikim-UK Almog Group Alum Tiv Angel Bakeries Anglo Saxon Bank Discount Beth Jacob Congregation BMBY Chantal Carey Center Conforti Interior Designers Congregation Beth Torah Congregation Yavne DenIsra De Cocina Doron Furniture Elbaz Family Foundation Electra Epsilon Ltd. ELD Ltd. Even Caesar Gan Bair Gold Real Estate Gurfinkel Family Hai Electronics The Israel Museum The Israeli Building Center Ltd Isrotel Jay & Hadassa Pomrenze Foundation Jewish Federation of Greater Hartford Jewish Federation of Greater Houston The Jewish Journey Ltd. Kashtan Kehillat HaRamban Magen David Yeshivah M. Hidary & Company Meoded Tzvaim Midreshet Torah v'Avodah Motorola Solutions Israel Natoon Group Nofia Palm Beach Synagogue Pi Glilot Company Porat Group Prebitol Precise Redwood Shaked Shalem College Shoshi & Udi Productions Syber Capital Ltd. Surgimate Teleradiology Temple Beth Zion Temple Sinai Yeshiva of Flatbush Yeshiva University Yeshivat Orayta Yigal Arnon & Co Law Firm Zemach Hammerman Ltd. HOW YOU CAN HELP: With your generous support, the Afikim Family Enrichment Association will continue to create opportunities to help more children and teens achieve success. To make a donation or to learn about other ways you can help, contact the Afikim office [email protected] or www.afikim.org www.afikim.org [email protected] Israel Charity 580485753 USA Charity 26-3744888.
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