Allocations Awareness

D18: Reena Foundation
Reena Foundation is a Canadian non-profit that works with developmentally handicapped Jewish men and women in a Jewish context. Created in 1973 by parents of children with developmental disabilities, Reena strives to create an environment "that respects and promotes dignity, individuality, independence and freedom of choice" for the over 1,000 people they provide services to. There are living facilities at over 125 locations – be it group homes or apartments – as well as evening activities for teens and adults, therapy, student training, travel programs [including to Israel!] and more.

What makes Reena unique is its emphasis on providing Judaic programming and a Jewish environment, enabling its clients to develop spiritually and feel a connection and sense of belonging to their culture and community. They welcome the expression of everyone's culture and all religious roots, regardless of background or denomination.

Maimo taught that the highest form of mitzvot was to help a man become self-sufficient. The Reena Foundation works to give these Canadians a higher degree of self-sufficiency than their families would otherwise be able to provide. If you're interested in allocating TO funds to Reena Foundation, get in contact with your chapter or regional SA/TO VP!