Since 2009, February has been officially known as Jewish Disability Awareness & Inclusion Month (JDAIM), a unified effort among Jewish organizations to raise awareness, to foster inclusion of people with disabilities, and their families, in Jewish communities worldwide. It was thanks to a visionary group of professionals in the Jewish Special Education International Consortium, of which Gesher’s co-founder…
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Gesher’s New Song “Build a Bridge”
We are excited to share with you a new song, made specially for Gesher and our wonderful members! This song debuted during the 2020 Gesher Gala Show, and is already a huge hit. Heartfelt thanks to The Keystone Project band for ensuring Gesher members are heard! LYRICS When you were born, there were no rules…
Gesher B’nai Mitzvah
After 9 months, the Gesher B’nai Mitzvah Class of 2020 made it official by leading services on Thursday, September 10. Please enjoy this special event by watching them on Congregation Beth Israel’s (CBIs) YouTube Page. This program was at the request of Gesher members and made possible by Rabbi Elana Kanter of Women’s Leadership Institute…
Community Model Seder
Model Seder 2021 Hosted by Gesher Disability ResourcesThis year’s Seder service will once agian be led by Cantor Seth Ettinger of CBI Scottsdale
Sponsor Spotlight Series
For over 30 years, Gesher Disability Resources (formerly Council For Jews With Special Needs) has relied upon volunteers, donors, and sponsors to support the work we do in the community. Our Sponsor Spotlight Series is a way to highlight what these generous organizations have done for our agency, share what they could do for your…
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Tax Credit
GESHER DISABILITY RESOURCES IS APPROVED AS A QUALIFYING CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION FOR THE ARIZONA STATE TAX CREDIT!