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At EZRA, our Jewish values guide all aspects of our work to empower clients in achieving their best
quality of life. This is especially evident in our Chevrah Jewish programming, which aims to create,
foster, and grow an inclusive Jewish community by ensuring that Jews in need have opportunities to
stay connected to their heritage and enrich their Jewish identities. We offer education opportunities for
people of all faiths to learn about Judaism side-by-side.
a program of The Dina and Eli Field
EZRA Multi-Service Center
range in age
from 24 to 87
141 people
served
84% live below
the federal
poverty line
53% self-report
living with a
disability
909 W. Wilson Ave. Chicago, IL 60640
p: 773.275.0866 f: 773.769.3387
www.juf.org/ezra
How do Jews connect with Chevrah?
Chevrah is a pluralistic Jewish space for people who may feel disconnected from the larger
Jewish community. Our programs are open to anyone who identifies as Jewish and is looking
for connection in a Jewish community. We also have strong relationships with synagogues
and other Jewish organizations, and are able to connect clients with additional opportunities
for engagement.
What kinds of programs are offered?
We offer a weekly Kiddush service and lunch, regularly
scheduled Torah study and Jewish holiday celebrations
for Rosh Hashanah, Sukkot, Chanukah, Tu B’Shvat,
Purim, Passover, Shavuot, and Tisha B’Av. In addition,
we host monthly workshops during which we explore
Jewish teachings, traditions, and culture that are taught
by EZRA staff and Jewish professionals in the greater
Chicagoland area.
How can I get involved?
If you would like to use your Jewish knowledge to enrich
our community through Torah study or an educational
workshop, we would love to hear from you. We also
need volunteer waitpersons to staff our holiday
celebrations. For more information on these and other
volunteer opportunities, contact Allison Lewis at
773.467.3851 or [email protected].
83 programs offered
95% felt more connected to their Judaism
97% felt less isolated