Dear ,

I recently read an article which said that each mitzvah student should choose a mitzvah project they personally connect to. If they choose to support an organization, they should truly understand its’ mission; and it should be a place which they would like to continue supporting in the future.

The article also encouraged bnai mitzvah girls and boys to do something physical in order to raise funds for the organization of their choosing.

I want to hear your thoughts and opinions on the subject: Are you feeling pressured to do a particular type of project, or to work with an organization of another’s choosing? What does doing a mitzvah project mean to you?

There are no right or wrong answers, I just look forward to hearing what you think!

Sheena Levi Director of Outreach sheena@levlalev.com

 Lag B'Omer Sunday fun-day

This celebratory day in the Jewish calendar (when the semi-mourning practices of the omer period, held since Passover, are lifted) falls on Sunday, April 28^th this year.

Host a special Lag B’Omer carnival day in your community with games and raffles; admission fees to benefit charity. Ask if people would provide their services at a discount rate (food, booths, games, decorations, raffle items, etc.) since it’s for charity. Invitations can be sent for free online. Perhaps a local Jewish paper or synagogue bulletins could even write a press release about your event to help spread the word!

Tova Dickstein, Baltimore, MD on her bat mitzvah this month!

April survival tip: Don't underestimate yourself

This was my answer to the question: “What would you tell your 13 year old self?” which I was asked at a recent bnai mitzvah fair. Working with so many mitzvah girls, now I see just how much you can accomplish if you just let yourself believe that you can do it!

 Lev LaLev Fund
14 Melnick Drive
Monsey, NY 10952
www.LevLaLev.com