B'nai Simcha Jewish Community Preschool

12/30/2022

Dear B’nai Community,

As 2022 is coming to an end, I find myself reflecting not only on the year that passed, but more so on the last almost three years since the pandemic hit us.

We were all faced with impossible decisions; can we visit grandma, and put her at risk? Can I send my child to school, and risk their health, and our own health? Is it safe to travel? Can we leave our home for leisure, or do we stay put until a vaccine is available? Is it safe to open our school again? How do we keep our staff and families healthy? These were just a few of the immense challenges that we faced alone and together as a community! It has been, and still is stressful, traumatic and challenging as we find our new normal.

Here at B’nai we were and are blessed with a community who trusted in science, who took all necessary precautions, and together we kept each other safe and healthy. You also all supported us as we struggled tremendously financially as the covid regulations put a tremendous financial burden on the school. Because of your support, we were able to sail the storm, while still growing our community to support the needs of our families.

We still need your support. As 2022 is coming to an end, now is the perfect time to make your tax deductible donations towards our annual appeal. We strive to ensure better work compensation for our staff, more enrichment for the children which will include more Hebrew language and Jewish experiences, updated equipment school wide, and whole school events both for parents only, and for families.

Please do share our Annual appeal link, and please make a donation!

https://gofund.me/8460cf00

I wish you and your families a happy, healthy and joyful 2023.

With gratitude,

Chana

B'nai Simcha Annual Appeal, organized by B'nai Simcha You can make a difference by donating today to B'nai Simcha. Through its many years, B’n… B'nai Simcha needs your support for B'nai Simcha Annual Appeal

For over 40 years, B’nai Simcha has been a pillar of Jewish and early childhood education in the San Gabriel Valley, and the starting point for many young children to cultivate a strong Jewish identity. Our school was faced with many challenges during the last few years, yet with community support, we have not stopped growing or thriving. We continue to rely on this support to ensure excellent programming - but don't take my word for it! Enjoy a special message from some amazing ambassadors!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=03JeFLGBPho

https://www.gofundme.com/f/bnai-simcha-annual-appeal

B'nai Appeal Video v4 A special message for family and friends of B'nai Simcha Jewish Community PreschoolFor over 40 years, B’nai Simcha has been a pillar of Jewish and early chil...

Dear B'nai Community

I'm excited to announce the grand opening of our Yvonne Soto Parenting Center! Please share this post with anyone you think may be interested. We are offering various classes, including Parenting classes beyond the preschool years! Classes begin this coming Tuesday!

All the best,
Chana Blugrind
Preschool Director

We are deeply saddened to share the news that our beloved teacher, Yvonne Soto, suddenly passed away last night. Many of you know her as the “Teddy Bear Teacher.” She cared for the youngest of B’nai children for over 34 years.

Yvonne was always positive, calm, kind, gentle and loving. She adored the children and loved B'nai Simcha. Yvonne dedicated her life to B'nai Simcha and cared for generations of children that walked through these doors. To many parents, she was the first person that they trusted to leave their children with.

We will always remember Yvonne as someone who always put others first; a sweet and generous woman. She was a gift to everyone who knew her.

As we know more details of how her family would like to celebrate her life, we will be in touch. May her memory be a blessing.

Today marks the 40th day of our 40th Anniversary Appeal! Our goal was to raise $40,000 in 40 Days! Our special school, such a pillar of Jewish early childhood education, is dependent upon the community to continue to thrive. Please consider making a donation today towards our wonderful preschool: www.gofundme.com/f/bnai40

Thank you so much to those of you who have already made a donation!

B'nai Simcha's 40th Anniversary Appeal, organized by Bnai Simcha Jewish Community Preschool Dear B’nai Simcha Families, Friends and Community, Happy 4… Bnai Simcha Jewish Community Preschool needs your support for B'nai Simcha's 40th Anniversary Appeal

Thank you so much PJTC Sisterhood for your generous donation of $1,000 towards our 40th Anniversary Appeal! The donation will go towards enrichment activities and overall improvement of our Jewish early childhood education program! There are 16 days left to reach our goal of raising $40,000 in 40 Days... please consider a donation today. Shabbat Shalom! https://www.gofundme.com/f/bnai40

Dear B’nai Community,
As Rosh Hashana has taken its leave we now find ourselves in the incredibly holy and auspicious time between Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur. This time is referred to as the ten days of repentance, or in Hebrew, the 10 days of teshuva. Teshuva means to return, and to me, invokes reflection on the past year, setting goals for the future, and most importantly supporting the communities we are a part of. Please join those who have already made donations to our anniversary fundraiser and please share the Go Fund Me link with friends and family. I wish you all a shana tova umetuka and thank you for your consistent and unwavering support of B'nai!
Chana

https://www.gofundme.com/f/bnai40

B'nai Simcha's 40th Anniversary Appeal, organized by Karna (Chana) Blugrind Dear B’nai Simcha Families, Friends and Community, Happy 40th Anniver… Karna (Chana) Blugrind needs your support for B'nai Simcha's 40th Anniversary Appeal

Happy 40 year anniversary to B'nai Simcha! Today kicks off our 40 day campaign and our goal is to raise $40,000!!! Your support will help provide B'nai children with more opportunities for enrichment, improved outdoor play spaces and a rich Jewish curriculum. Please consider making a donation today: www.gofundme.com/f/bnai40 40 Years | $40,000 | 40 Days

A special thank you to the PJTC Men's Club for kicking off our campaign as the first donors with a very generous donation of $1,000. This money will go directly towards new playground equipment in our new upper yard. Pictured below, PJTC Men's Club President, Fred Rotenberg, presenting a check to Chana, Director.

TODAY!!! Enjoy some Handel's Ice Cream, all while supporting B'nai Simcha! Show this flyer (digitally or printed) when you make a purchase at Handel's In Hastings Ranch any time on August 24th and 20% of the proceeds will go to B'nai Simcha! Don’t have time to go today? Online orders count as well and gift cards! Be sure to enter B’nai Simcha at check out.

P.S. If you've never had Handel's you're in for a real treat!

Grab your friends and family and enjoy some Handel's Ice Cream, all while supporting B'nai Simcha! Show this flyer (digitally or printed) when you make a purchase at Handel's any time on August 24th and 20% of the proceeds will go to B'nai Simcha! Please share this on your social media and with friends and family.

P.S. If you've never had Handel's you're in for a real treat!

Yesterday we celebrated Joan Sayre’s retirement and commitment to B’nai Simcha by unveiling the Joan Sayre Children’s Library and honoring her dedication with an intimate luncheon. Joan, we thank you deeply for your forty years of service to our B’nai Simcha community and families. Please join us in congratulating Joan on her retirement!

Last chance to get those bids in! Auction ends at 9:30pm today!

Our annual B'nai Simcha Silent Auction has launched!

Visit the B’nai Simcha Silent Auction Website at:
https://www.biddingowl.com/Auction/home.cfm?auctionID=16916 and view over 90 fun and exciting items available!!

Start bidding NOW on a variety of items and support B’nai Simcha while you’re at it!

We welcome current parents, alumni, and the entire community to bid on incredible items and amazing packages. This is your chance to get up to 50% off vacations, summer camps, sporting events, family activities, kids classes, museums, handmade items, staff experiences and so much more!

All of the money raised through the auction will go towards supporting B’nai Simcha! Monthly tuition only covers basic needs of the school, such as salaries, supplies, and rent. Funds gathered through fundraising allows us to give out scholarships and have enrichment programs like music and outdoor education.

Please share this auction website and this event page with all your family and friends who would like to support our wonderful preschool!

Auction ends May 23rd at 9:30pm PST!

Thank you very much!
HAPPY BIDDING!

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to our truly wonderful teachers and staff! We are so grateful to have you at B’nai Simcha!