LEADING BY EXAMPLE TO PROMOTE COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT THE JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF MONTREAL starts smart OUR HOPE IS THAT WE CAN INSPIRE YOUNG PEOPLE TO BECOME IMMERSED IN OUR TRADITIONS AND TO CONTRIBUTE THEIR TIME AND ENERGY TO JEWISH CAUSES AND ORGANIZATIONS. OUR WORK WITH THE JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION IS HELPING MAKE OUR DREAM A REALITY That is why when we moved to TMR, we did not hesitate to become active with the YM-YWHA, Federation CJA, the JGH and of course eventually the Jewish Community Foundation" adds lan. "As a Board member and a client, I have been impressed with the professionalism of the JCF team and the expert advice they provide in terms of financial planning and HONORING FAMILY For the past 10 years, the Karpers have sponsored three annual scholarships for deserving students through the JCF We set up the scholarships in tribute to our son Mitchell of blessed memory, along with his fiancée Mary who died in a BUILDING COMMUNITY When Phyllis and lan Karper bought a starter home in DDO mountaineering accident in Nepal more than 20 years ag in 1964, what is now known as Boulevard was notes la farmland. They were pioneers, joining a tiny but vibrant Jewish education, and this is a fitting tribute to his memory. community that was determined to establish roots in the West Island. The Karpers quickly became one of the driving In keeping with their own values, recipients forces behind setting up Congregation Beth Tikvah and the demonstrate academic excellence and a commitment recruitment of Rabbi Mordecai Zeitz as its first spiritual leader to community service. Phyllis, who sits on the selection des Sources, it was notes lan. "Mitchell valued both community service and committee, points out that recipients must have top marks "Phyllis and lan have without fanfare devoted their lives and be active in the Jewish community as a volunteer or in a to strengthening The Jewish Community of Montreal and paid position. ensuring we remain a vital and significant force for generations to come," asserts Rabbi Zeitz. "Their work in setting up our "One of the joys of this program is that we get to meet the house of worship was just the beginning of a lifetime of awardees and often are in contact with them as they pursue engagement, which I am delighted to see is being carried on by their studies," continues Phyllis. "In many cases we are offering their daughters Jodi Karper Fellner and Sari Karper Sacks, who them a life-changing experience, exposing them to leaders in today are active with the YCC and Hebrew Foundation School their fields while strengthening their love of Israel and the respectively. And of course Martin has taken on leadership Jewish people." responsibilities at our synagogue Our hope is that these young people will decide to live and "Our synagogue quickly became the hub of our communal work in Montreal and be among the next generation of Jewish life, bringing young families together to share experiences community leaders," concludes lan. "Thanks to the JCF we are and knowledge while celebrating our Jewish identity and able to do our part effectively and efficiently" traditions," explains Phyllis. "From our involvement we learned that being active not only brings its own rewards Where smart philanthopy starts. including lifelong friendships but is also critical to building and To arrange a meeting and explore your options contact maintaining a community." us at 514.345.6414 or visit www.jcfmontreal.org