Jewish Philanthropy Conference

I just wanted to let you all know about something I have been working on lately with the AFP Foundation for Philanthropy.

 
On June 3rd, there will be a conference in Ottawa for members and non-members of AFP.  It is part of the new Inclusive Giving Project - Diversity to Inclusion Series which focuses on the interests of diverse communities in Ontario.  I have given some time to help put together the Jewish Philanthropy Conference. 
 
Participants will learn

Understand the giving trends and interests of the Jewish community

Build inclusive relationship-building strategies

Speak to critical issues and build strong cases for support within the Jewish community

A particular focus will be placed on next generation Jewish philanthropy, connection and philanthropy, and big town versus small town Jewish philanthropy.

Agenda
11:00 am Registration
11:30 am Kosher Lunch
12:00pm Opening Plenary
12:30 pm Philanthropists' Panel
1:45 pm Breakout Sessions
3:00 pm Nonprofit Leaders' Panel
4:00 pm Closing Address

Speakers Include....

• Stephen Savitsky
• Barbara Farber
• Andrea Freedman
• Jessica Kerzner
• Linda Kerzner
• Krishan Mehta
• Jeff Miller
• Maureen Molot
• Justin Poy
• Fred Seller
• Moishe Smith
• Debbie Weiss
• Norman Zagerman

... and more.

  

We would absolutely love to see you out there and have fun while learning about philanthropy! 

Register Now


Date: Monday, June 3, 2013
Time: 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Location: Centurion Conference and Event Center
170 Colonnade Road, Ottawa, ON K2E 7J5
Registration Fee: $50 + HST
Contact:  Diane Laundy diane@btsconferences.com

Street Food is a Success!

We are absolutely amazed by the outpouring of support the community showed for the new Food Trucks and Shepherds of Good Hope today!

The Street Food Showcase sold over 500 bracelets in 15 minutes making it a sold out event!

I also had the pleasure of meeting James Cunningham, host of Food Network Canada's popular show, Eat St.!

My sincere gratitude goes out to City of Ottawa and all of the Food Trucks for donating all of the food.  Proceeds went to Shepherds of Good Hope.

Street Food Showcase!

I am so pleased that Shepherds of Good Hope has been chosen as the recipient for the proceeds from the Street Food Showcase on Wednesday, May 8!  It will be a fantastic event where everyone is welcome to try a sample of the amazing food that our new street food truck vendors have to offer.

Please come out and enjoy some great food for a great cause!  Here are the details:

City showcases what’s on the menu on Ottawa’s streets in 2013

Mayor Jim Watson and Community and Protective Services Chair, Councillor Mark Taylor will be joined by special guest, James Cunningham, host of the Food Network’s popular T.V. show Eat St., to present Ottawa’s Street Food Showcase at Ottawa City Hall. The event will display some of the 18 new cart and truck food vendors that will be located at various locations around the city.

By purchasing a $10 bracelet – available on first-come, first-serve – at the event, will allow individuals to sample selected menu items from some of the 18 new cart and truck food vendors. All proceeds will be donated to the Shepherds of Good Hope.

Date: Wednesday, May 8, 2013

Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m

Location: Marion Dewar (Festival) Plaza at Ottawa City Hall

110 Laurier Avenue West

The new 18 vendors are the result of the City launching its Street Vending Program, last fall. It was the first time since 1996 that the City has added new street vendor licensing.

Residents are encouraged to come out to support local businesses, assist a local charity, and tantalize their

palates.

For more information on the Street Vendor Program, visit www.ottawa.ca

People attending the event can contribute $10 to the Shepherds of Good Hope to receive a bracelet that

will allow them sample some of the menu offerings of the new vendors. The Street Food Showcase will run

between noon to 1:30 p.m.

The organizer of the event is the City of Ottawa.