Shore Chabad - Building Fund Brochure (2)

ב"ה
CHABAD
CENTER
for
JEWISH
LIFE
CAPITAL CAMPAIGN

Our Guiding Light
Chabad is a global movement of joyful Jewish education and
community connection driven by the teachings of the Lubavitcher
Rebbe. With his profound love for humanity and boundless
optimism, the Rebbe launched an unprecedented range of
Jewish institutions, programs and social services. Chabad of
the Shore, together with tens of thousands of emissaries and
volunteers of all denominations continue the Rebbe’s mission
to create a world of goodness, G-dliness and redemption

Dear friend
We are proud to announce the realization of a years-long dream: with
G-d’s eternal blessing and the major support of friends such as you, our
community has begun building the magnificent new Chabad Center for
Jewish Life. On the site of our modest storefront Chabad House, the
new center will be a true home for a future that is educated, excited and
empowered.
In addition to the breathtaking future you can imagine for yourself in the
new center, it will be a momentous gift to the lasting Jewish landscape
in Monmouth County. We are excited to have you onboard for these
achievements and energized to impact the lives of so many more Jersey
Shore residents and students at Monmouth University.
We are so honored by your participation in Chabad’s programs of joyous
Jewish experiences and education. We look forward to sharing the
journey with you!
With gratitude and anticipation,
RABBI LAIBEL & CHANI
SCHAPIRO
Co-directors

Soulelevating
Study

“
RENÉE
DOEHLER
on Chabad’s Adult Education
Torah study on Mondays has not only educated my mind, it
has elevated my soul, enriched my life and given me a deepened
sense of faith. I feel part of a wonderful community that
I am proud of. I have an amazing mentor and have made
some lovely friends. Never would I have imagined how
”
much knowledge and joy I would receive from attending
the Monday morning Weekly Women’s Roundtable.

Timeless
Tradition

“
RUSSELL
HERMAN
on Chabad’s Synagogue Services
Growing up with a conservative affiliation, I never would
have imagined I would be a regular at a place like Chabad.
I found out very shortly after arriving how warm and
welcoming the rabbis and congregants are. Additionally,
I discovered how meaningful, timeless and applicable the
prayers, studies and traditions are to my everyday life. Only
in hindsight can I see how much I needed the spiritual
nourishment that the Chabad provides. My family is
extremely grateful to Chabad of the Shore and the Rebbe’s
”
vision for igniting and fueling our Jewish passion, pride and
education. It has enhanced countless aspects of our lives.

Faith &
Identity

“
HAYLEY
BREY
on Chabad at Monmouth University
Chabad is my home away from home. Friday night dinners,
classes and special events are open, warm and welcoming.
Participants experience the joy of Judaism. Coming from
a non-religious home, with no knowledge, Chabad made
it possible to start my Jewish journey. Rabbi Yaakov &
”
Rivki helped me not only learn about my Jewish faith but
develop a strong Jewish identity. I am forever grateful.

Chabad Center
for
ewish Life

A DIFFERENT
KIND OF BUILDING
A building for you.
For your soul, for your mind.
For your hands, for your heart.
For your children, for your
teens, for your parents.
For your special needs brothers
and sisters, sons and daughters.
For your family, for your community.
For the whole you!

Exceptional
Friendship

ADRIA C. GLASS
on Hand in Hand
“
Each week without fail, a group of four teenagers come to
our home, two exceptionally dedicated friends for each of
our children. Hannah and Connor lived in a very lonely
world, day-in and day-out… they now have a life filled with
lots of fun and real friends. And because of the Sunday
Circle, Tom and I get some time alone to talk peacefully
and uninterrupted. (This is something very rare in our
”
world as parents of 2 autistic children.) We literally don’t
know what we would do without Hand-in-Hand!

Grassroots
Growth

JENNA USATIN
AND FAMILY
“
We love how they involve the whole family in every holiday.
”
on Chabad Hebrew School
When we moved back to the area three years ago, we knew
that by choosing Chabad Hebrew School, our daughter would
receive the best and most authentic Jewish education. They
have a way of engaging the children and making it fun to learn.
Our daughter looks forward to Hebrew school every week
and is excited to share with us all that she has learned.

Genuine
Care

MARSHA GRYVATZ
AND FAMILY
“
We’re delighted with Preschool of the Arts—a warm,
on Preschool of the Arts
nurturing environment in which our son is learning through
play, music, yoga and art while beginning to understand
the stories and traditions of Judaism. We’ve seen steady
growth with his communication, social and reasoning skills;
undoubtedly due to his responsive teachers and staff and
their genuine care for his wellbeing and education. The
”
difference between the experience here and other places
we’ve been privy to is both remarkable and palpable.

Building a center for all of us
will take each of us.
Chabad of the Shore creates a welcoming atmosphere for people of diverse
backgrounds and beliefs, fostering an open and personal Jewish experience.
The new Chabad Center for Jewish Life will deepen this ability to embrace and
enhance our Jewish identities. And as an iconic building along Ocean Avenue,
the Center will invite anyone to walk in and feel as if they’ve always belonged.
Our faith can move mountains.
Our unity can move generations.
Just as we are bound by faith and culture, we share the responsibility to
create an environment in which our Jewish heritage can thrive.
Let’s unite to build a place where all of us can gather
as a community, for holidays and life-cycle events,
cultural activities and social gatherings.

PHASE 1:
COMPLETE
FEASIBILITY STUDY AND PURCHASE
In August 2015, Chabad of the Shore purchased 1.8 acres along Ocean
Ave from Brighton Ave until West End Avenue – as a spacious site for the
new Chabad Center.
PHASE 2:
COMPLETE
CAMPUS DESIGN & APPROVALS
In October 2016, the new Center received unanimous approval and
overwhelming support from the Long Branch Planning Board.
PHASE 3:
IN PROGRESS
CONSTRUCTION & DEDICATION
In October 2016, Chabad of the Shore launched a building campaign to
build this historic center, a home to countless memorable milestones and a
spectacular source of pride for the greater Monmouth County community.

CHABAD OF THE SHORE
Menachem Learning Institute
620 Ocean Avenue, Long Branch, NJ 07740
732-229-2424 | www.chabadshore.com