Lubavitch of Iowa City - 420 E Jefferson St.
We are obviously building more than just bricks and mortar. We are building pride. The new Chabad Center for Jewish Learning and Living will bring pride to the Jewish community. This new facility will be a living and vibrant Jewish home where the entire Jewish community, adults and children, will have the opportunity to celebrate our rich Jewish heritage.
Dedication Opportunities and Wish List
Dedication Opportunities
Building Dedication - $100,000 |
George & Pamela Rohr |
Renovations - $20,000 |
Dr. & Mrs Joseph Walder |
Shul/Chapel |
$10,000 |
Torah |
$20,000 |
Aron Kodesh - Holy Ark |
$18,000 |
Social Room |
$18,000 |
Youth Resource Center |
$10,000 |
Torah Ornaments |
$10,000 |
Library |
$18,000 |
Administrative Offices |
$12,000 |
Kitchen Facility |
$30,000 |
Entry Hall |
$5,000 |
Main Mezuzah |
$2,000 |
Rooms X3 |
$1,500 |
Building Partner |
$3,000 |
Building Supporter |
$1,800 |
Mezuzah Dedication |
$720 |
Wish List
As you probably know, Lubavitch of Iowa City is an independent non-profit organization, with no financial ties to any umbrella organizations.
All of our support comes from people who share our vision of creating a vibrant Jewish Center — of helping to fight the battle against apathy and assimilation that threatens to destroy large portions of our people.
Almost all of our programs are offered free of charge to participants.
Do you share our vision? Can you help, or do you know someone who can?
You can contribute using your credit card or by sending your check to:
Lubavitch of Iowa City
420 East Jefferson St.
Iowa City, IA 52245
These are some of the things we could currently use:
1 Computers $500- each
4 Bookshelves $350- each
Help save the environment and save us money. We're trying to buy new dishes and cutlery so that we can stop using disposable.
30 settings at $15- each.
Schottenstein Edition of the Talmud $2,000-
50 Samsonite padded folding chairs $20- each
4 8' Lifetime plastic folding Tables $54- each
3 Commercial Size Pots $75- each
Tree of Life Board $2500-
Memorial Board $3600-
Shabbat Sponsorships $250-
Entertainment Center for Student Lounge $500-
Pesach Seder Sponsor $720-
$18,000 can
hire a part-time staff member
dedicate a room at Chabad
$3,600 can
Fund a major speaker or concert
$1,800 can
Dedicate a Mezuzah
Sponsor a Shabbaton for 50 students
Send 10 students to a national conference
Sponsor our Purim Party
$540 can
Sponsor a Shabbat
Sponsor a Chanukah Party
$180 can
Pay for 10 students Pesach Seder
Provide Mezuzahs for 5 students
Lubavitch of Iowa City exists solely thanks to the generosity of its donors. Please consider helping us continue this vital work.
Get to know us...
What is Chabad on Campus?
Chabad on Campus is a home-away-from home for hundreds of Jewish Students at University of Iowa. Chabad anticipates and serves the needs of students on a social, educational and spiritual level. At Chabad, all students are welcome, regardless of background, affiliation, and level of observance.
Some of Our Programs:
Israel
…You’re not home without it!
Discover why CHABAD is the LARGEST BIRTHRIGHT TRIP PROVIDER in the world: www.israelexpress.org
Kabbalah & Kabobs
Food for thought. Food for fuel.
Explore essential soul qualities.
Understand the dynamics of creation.
East meets West
Taste. Discover.
Tradition and cuisine of Jewish communities,
of Eastern and Western Culture.
Stay tuned for more details!
Challah with Love
Learn the ancient art of shaping Shabbat and holiday loaves. Share their warmth with those who are lonely.
HolidayParties & Programs
....Giant Menorah Lighting & Chanukah Parties:
jelly doughnuts, hot potato latke pancakes.
....International Purim Party & Masquerade;
great food and spirit!
....Passover Seders: Intimate. Interactive.
Thought provoking. Modern day exodus complete with
homemade holiday dinners.
Stay tuned. Contact us for details.
Show your Jewish Pride!
Want a Mezuzah for your Dorm Room?
Chabad has them. Free Of Charge.(With a deposit.)
How do I get one?
Simple. Email us at [email protected]; we willcontact you to schedule a convenient time to affix the Mezuzah.
Friday Night Live:
Imagine a delicious home-cooked meal, complete with Challah, gefilte fish, chicken soup, and lots more. Imagine a lively and spirited discussion, L'chaims, singing and a great time at no charge. You can stop imagining. THAT'S SHABBOS AT CHABAD!
You don't have to dress up for the occasion and you don't have to recite your Bar-Mitzvah speech. Come and bring a friend.
Come and bring a friend!
Opportunities
Leadership: At Chabad and our affiliated student groups, students are invited to take leadership roles in their campus communities, helping foster the creation of the next generation of empowered Jewish leadership.
Tradition: At Chabad, students have the ability to discover the warmth and beauty of their heritage, and learn to apply the timeless Jewish principles of Ahavat Israel and Tikkun Olam - at their own pace.
Community: At Chabad, we believe that family and community are vital keys to character building. That’s why we open our home to students, helping inspire them with a respect for family values and a deep meaningful concern for the land of Israel.
Future: At Chabad, we believe that Jewish education and meaningful experiences are the grass-roots method to fighting the forces of indifference, apathy and assimilation that face our community today. For there to be a Jewish tomorrow, our students need to have a Jewish today!
See our program page for a more extensive list of programs offered at Lubavitch of Iowa City.