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Technology and Tzedakah

One of the most popular trends in bar and bat mitzvah preparation is the Tzedakah project. It’s an idea that has become an unofficial requirement in many communities. And it’s a great model because it teaches kids that becoming a Jewish adult means thinking about others and taking on responsibility for those less fortunate. Tzedakah might be a Jewish obligation but learning to step up to the plate and make a difference is a valuable choice. Many Jewish parents want their children to forge a relationship with Israel. Ten Gav offers a unique opportunity that allows a child to connect […]

Social Good Hashtag Campaigns for Teens

We all have heard of hashtags–the number sign (#) followed by a catchy, well-syncopated or descriptive short phrase. Typically used on Twitter, Instagram and sometimes on Facebook, hashtags help promote a campaign by providing supporters a way to connect with their common cause. Here at www.themitzvahbowl.com, we’ve scoured the web for current, cause-related hashtags potentially impacting the world or community. Check these out! #WithoutShoes Toms Shoes says between now and May 21, 2015, they will give a pair of shoes to a child in need if fans Instagram their bare feet with the hashtag #WithoutShoes. For every bare feet photo […]

How to Publicize a Mitzvah Project

And so the mitzvah project begins. You’re all set with choosing a cause, figuring out exactly what you want to do to help and scheduling your time accordingly. The next step may seem daunting -how does a 12 year-old spread the word to family, friends and the local community? TheMitzvahBowl.com has compiled a guideline illustrating how a mitzvah project is best publicized. Speak to your Synagogue’s Educator(s), Rabbi(s), Cantor(s) and Social Action committee about how to get your mitzvah project information out to the congregation. How does your synagogue communicate within? Go to the Executive Director to learn about what […]

Mitzvah Project Search in 5 Steps

Many of you have emailed us over the past several weeks during your search for a mitzvah project. Some of the emails are in desperation, “I only have a month until her bat mitzvah”. Other emails have been a little more matter-of-fact, “HELP!?”, in the subject line. The mitzvah project search is not the easiest task on your ‘to do’ lists for bar/bat mitzvah planning, however, The Mitzvah Bowl staff is here to take the burden off of you. Here are 5 steps to ease any undue stress: 1. Check out our website, www.themitzvahbowl.com. Did your child search our database, look at our […]

Teens and Tech Teach Too!

I volunteered several hours a week this spring and over the summer helping the elderly learn to use I-pads, computers and digital cameras. Teen volunteers in St. Louis get free training from volunTEENnation.org and help senior citizens learn how to surf the internet, use smartphones, digital cameras and utilize social media and skype with their grandchildren. One of the first hurdles was getting the senior citizens to the point where they can learn technology comfortably with overcoming the fear of breaking the equipment. I had to speak slowly and clearly and go over the material every few minutes. All the […]

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