The Deafblind Shabbaton, hosted by the Macks Jewish Connection Network, is an extraordinary event bringing together Jewish individuals who are both Deaf and Blind, along with a group of dedicated volunteer Support Service Providers (SSPs), for a fully accessible and enriching Shabbat experience. This is more than an event—it’s a celebration of unity, resilience, and the beauty of Shabbat. The DeafBlind Shabbaton is a transformative weekend that helps connect participants, creating a Jewish DeafBlind Community.
Please help us continue to make the DeafBlind Shabbaton available to any DeafBlind Jew who wants to join. We are only able to subsidize 20% of the event cost and must rely heavily on contributions from organizations and community members to support the remainder of this extraordinary experience. Many people who are DeafBlind are unemployed or underemployed and cannot afford to travel and pay for the hotel and food. In addition, our SSPs completely volunteer their professional services for a long weekend without remuneration, and we offer them room and board.
We can only make this event a reality with your support. Your donation directly impacts the lives of people who are DeafBlind, allowing them to forge connections, deepen their Jewish identity, and experience the magic of Shabbat. Your support, no matter the size, will make a profound difference.
| $50 | $72 | $100 | $150 | $200 |
| Sponsor Welcome Bags | Sponsor a Support Service Provider for a Day | Sponsor Ingredients to Bake Challah | Sponsor Braille materials | Sponsor afternoon refreshments |
All donations are greatly appreciated.
Checks can also be made out, payable to the Macks Jewish Connection Network and sent to 5708 Park Heights Ave., Baltimore, MD, 21215. Please indicate in the memo that this is for the DeafBlind Shabbaton.
The The Macks Jewish Connection Network’s DeafBlind Shabbaton wouldn’t be possible without our partner, Our Way NJCD.
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