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BH after almost five years of trying to have children we were blessed with twins. We named our son, Rafael, after Rabbi Greenwald zl. He is somebody who impacted so many people in klal yisrael in such incredible ways. My life was changed in so many positive ways through my 16 summers in Sternberg and the relationship that I had with Rabbi Greenwald zl. We can only hope that our son will beH follow in his incredible footsteps.
On July 17th, I will be participating in Hike2Help to raise money for the Camp Sternberg Scholarship fund. The money is being raised in memory of Rabbi Ronnie Greenwald, A''H.
All funds raised through Hike2Help will go directly to the Camp Scholarship Fund, which will be used to award a month in camp to girls who are dealing with difficult family situations who are also struggling financially.
Camp is not a luxury for a girl with a sick brother, a girl who recently lost her mother or a girl whose parents are in the process of a tumultuous divorce. It is a respite from a painful reality; a chance to catch their breath while being inspired and supported. Rabbi Greenwald ZT"L knew that – and created Camp Sternberg as a utopia, where girls from all backgrounds and family situations could join together for a summer of fun and growth. So many of us know firsthand the impact this had on our lives and on others. Hike2help is our opportunity to give that same chance to others, and pass on Rabbi Greenwald's legacy.
This summer, I will be participating in an outdoor adventure-hiking and canoeing for the worthy cause of sending a girl to overnight camp. The hiking and canoeing won't be easy, but neither is life for many children who are struggling with academic or social difficulties, a parent who is ill, divorced, financial difficulty...
The girls who are awarded hike2help scholarships are dealing with daily tribulations that no one should have to go through. Some of them deal with the realities of disease in a family member on a daily basis. Some live in a one parent home that is under a lot of stress due to financial and other issues. Some are coping with the fallout of addiction of family members and the attendant dysfunction that it brings. These children need the break that summer camp provides, and the chance to laugh, run and play like "normal" children. They need a reprieve from a challenging home situation, to restore their spirits and renew their strength to persevere!
I am asking friends and family to consider sponsoring me for this event. I have two ambitious goals – first to complete the rock climbing/ hike/ canoe and second to meet my personal goal to raise $8613 for the Scholarship fund. I would greatly appreciate your kind consideration by making a donation toward this goal. All donations are, of course, tax deductible.
