The 2022-2023 Combined Jewish Appeal Campaign raised $6,301,761 from 1,911 dedicated donors. $1,945,871 of the total funds were raised by Women’s Philanthropy.

In 2022-2023, we were thrilled to welcome 85 new donors to our campaign.

In 2022-2023, our 93 Lions of Judah raised $1,157,231 of the total funds raised through the CJA.

Our community raised over $200,000 for our Ukraine Relief Fund, supporting the Ukrainian people with essential services, evacuation, immigration and in the longer journey to recovery.

The Allocations Committee established a new application process for 2022-2023. Beneficiary agencies were provided with a series of questions related to planned outcomes and indicators of success resulting from Federation funding. Site visits were conducted to all beneficiaries, allowing the Committee to witness the excellent work these organizations undertake daily.

The outcome was a focused process enabling the Allocation Committee to establish measurements for beneficiaries to track their successes. Federation staff can utilize this outcome-based information to demonstrate to donors the effective use of funds raised through the Combined Jewish Appeal. We extend our gratitude to our donors, beneficiary organizations for their continuous efforts, both within Allocations and throughout the year, and to the Committee members for their dedication and time.

The Jewish Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) sub-committee of the Community Planning Committee actively works to foster inclusivity in our community. Recently, JEDI organized a successful screening and panel discussion of the series 'Little Bird' for Truth and Reconciliation Day, featuring a panel discussion with the series' cast and production crew. This thought-provoking series delves into the shared history of Jewish and Indigenous communities.

The Accessibility and Inclusion sub-committee within the Community Planning Committee has devised an accessibility checklist for Jewish community organizations. This tool aims to aid in creating more accessible spaces and events, ensuring the inclusion of as many individuals as possible. Several organizations have committed to participating in the process, evaluating their capacities for accommodating individuals with different abilities.

Over 1,100 families engaged in one or more of the 50+ programs/initiatives offered by PJ Library and PJ Our Way, encompassing holiday programs, story times, Mitzvah events, and various initiatives.

Over 40 grandparents received a PJ Library Grandparents Pack with PJ Library books to enjoy when visiting with their grandchildren.

Fifteen families, whose children do not attend Jewish Day School, received Chanukah packs containing holiday resources to share within their schools.

Each month, 980 children and their families enjoyed the benefits of PJ Library and PJ Our Way books.

Seventy-five PJ Our Way tweens actively participated in diverse programs throughout the year. They engaged in creating Israeli art, underwent training as Maccabi Warriors (Judo Style!), crafted nearly 100 Purim baskets for kosher meals on wheels, and enjoyed programming sessions with two Israeli ambassadors (shlichim) during our end-of-the-year picnic.

Furthermore, 80 families connected and strengthened their friendships through initiatives led by two dedicated part-time PJ Parent Connectors. These initiatives included Shabbat dinners, playdates, coffee meetups, Challah deliveries, workshops, and more.

Our Federation participated in the Global Day of Jewish Learning, uniting with hundreds of communities worldwide. Our local online event drew in 50 engaged participants.

Shalom Baby joyfully welcomed 30 new babies and their families during our bi-annual Baby Shower.

'What’s Up in Jewish Winnipeg,' our monthly email digest highlighting Jewish programs and initiatives, reached over 4,000 subscribers each month.

Holiday tables set up at the campus and stores for Rosh Hashanah, Chanukah, and Passover offered essential information on celebrations and traditions. These tables provided recipes, craft ideas, and hosted raffle draws with prizes.

A Pride Shabbat, held in collaboration with other organizations, gathered nearly 50 individuals. This meaningful dinner serves as a nexus, uniting Jewish and non-Jewish LGBTQ+ community members and allies to celebrate the intersections within our Jewish and Pride

This year, 40 candidates embarked on exploratory visits and applied for permanent residency, representing diverse regions including Brazil, Mexico, Israel, and Ukraine. These allow visitors to experience our welcoming spirit, acquaint candidates with our community's social and employment network, and foster relationships with our organizations before their arrival.

This year, we welcomed 54 new families from Israel, Ukraine, Brazil, Mexico, and Argentina, further enriching the diverse fabric of our community.

We successfully engaged 250 volunteers who warmly hosted and interacted with exploratory visitors. Volunteers shared insights about life in Winnipeg, our vibrant Jewish Community, offered valuable employment information, and coordinated meetings between these visitors and various Jewish organizations.

GrowWinnipeg’s success in revitalizing and strengthening our community has garnered attention nationally and internationally, and now serves as a model for other communities eager to implement similar programs.

In 2023, the March of the Living resumed after its hiatus since 2018, with 31 students benefiting from $2000USD reduced trip tuition through donor funding. Federation sponsored three Winnipeg chaperones, and despite the unfortunate loss of Canadian survivor Alex Buckman, this experience reinforced the significance of remembrance and community for the participating students.

Supported students at Tel-Hai University, furthering their education through bursaries and scholarships.

Winnipeg, in collaboration with our Coast to Coast partnership, has allocated funding for diverse programming supporting all age groups, enhancing STEAM education, empowering seniors with active roles in the community, and ensuring comprehensive care for neurologically diverse individuals.

Five Gray Academy students and one teacher visited their sister school, Danciger High, in February 2023, immersing themselves in the local Israeli culture and learning about the region.

Four teachers from Brock Corydon and Gray Academy participated in a Teachers Conference hosted by our region, engaging with educators from sister schools and exchanging knowledge and insights.

Hillel Winnipeg's programming this past year featured a range of engaging events, a Meet and Greet, Chanukiah Lighting ceremony, Brush & Bubbles, and Balagan at the Park. Shabbat Unplugged has made a comeback after a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19, drawing in 97 participants.

Offered a series of workshops in collaboration with Hillel Israel and Brooklyn College Hillel called Kol Israel, which fostered a relationship between Canadian, Israeli, and American Hillel students and created a space for open and honest conversation.

In 2022-2023, Genesis YWG hosted a series of events and volunteer activities that engaged more than 250 members of our community.