Hello

I want to become Burquest's next president to help actualize the organization's commitment to the Jewish community of the Tri-Cities and build a prosperous future. 

 

Vision: Burquest Jewish Community Association serving the needs of all Jews in the tri cities and beyond regardless of their age, ethnic origin, religious practice and home language.  

 

Diverse programs: 

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• Religious services and observances through multitude of denominations

• Life-cycle events 

• Secular gatherings around Jewish and Israeli holidays and special events  (holiday parties, shabbat dinners, 

• Programs for kids that help them develop a love of Judaism, Israel and the Hebrew Language  (Hebrew School, Ofek, Dorot)

• Programs for Youth that help them develop a sense of meaning, connection and service while connecting with other Jewish peers 

• Social programs for adults that create connections and friendships around special interests (examples, dance classes, cooking classes, movie nights, wine tastings, book clubs, yoga classes, support groups)

• Strengthen existing social programs for Seniors (singing group, lunch club, monthly outings) 

• Community outreach programs for people in need of support - new mothers, new immigrants, people experiencing physical or mental illness, people experiencing poverty.

• Volunteering and engagement programs 

 

How are we going to accomplish this? 

 

1. Diversify funding 

   1. Intentional seeking and utilization of grants from the Jewish and non-Jewish sources 

   2. Purposeful building rental policies 

   3. Fundraising events 

   4. Increasing membership 

2. Partnerships 

   1. Develop contracts for mutual program delivery with JCCGV and other Jewish serving organizations 

   2. Leverage talent from individuals in the area and establish mutually beneficial collaborations 

   3. Partner with grass-roots, local groups and co-create regional activations 

3. Capacity 

   1. Hire dedicated positions to help with realizing goals: Child and Youth programmer, Events Coordinator, building manager

   2. Create a diverse, skill-based working board with highly effective sub-committees 

   3. Identify and address operational inefficiencies with streamlined and transparent processes

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Relevant Qualifications: 

 

1. 15 years experience in leadership positions at Non-profit organizations. Currently a director at a national non-profit working on community development  and community impact

2. Led the North Shore Hebrew School as Director of Education

3. On board of Port Coquitlam Community Foundation and familiar with board processes 

4. Master’s degree in education 

5. Developmental Leadership Training 

6. Served in the Israeli Army as an immigrant liaison creating social cross-cultural programs 

 

Accomplishments as board member

 

1. Improved relationship with JCCGV, Federation 

2. Represented Burquest at multi-agency meetings

3. Secured multiple grants for the organization

4. Led the development of children's programs like PRO D camps, Spring Break Camps, holiday parties