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The fulfillment of its motto of "People Helping People," 2007 Chabad "to Life" Telethon generated more than 7.18 million U.S. dollars in funds charity for the group of non-sectarian educational programs and social services. The issuance of the hearings that offers a unique blend of Jewish music festival, resources Celebrity candid, portraits of people involved with Chabad services – and, of course, rabbis dancing with joy.
"No words can express the depth Our thanks to all our caring and compassionate supporters.
"The incredible generosity shown by our community tonight is truly amazing, and truly inspiring, "said Rabbi Boruch S. Cunin, Director of West Coast Chabad, after the live broadcast." The contributions of our wonderful friends around the world Chabad help continue our vital mission of reaching those in need. No words can express the depth of our gratitude to all our supporters humanitarian and compassionate. "
The six-hour telethon highlighted the wide range of activities based Chabad – summer camp to crisis intervention efforts and high level programs for drug rehab. Actor and comedian Elon Gold hosted the annual fundraiser with humor and grace, and veteran Mark Schiff comedy as her co-host. Telethon Co-Chairs Jerry Weintraub and Marshall Grossman also greeted the many guests of air and helped spread the word about Chabad's charitable efforts.
A broad cross-section of community leaders in Los Angeles – including Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, Sheriff Lee Baca, Supervisor Zev Yaroslavsky and City Councilman Jack Weiss – took the stage to give his support to the work of Chabad. John R. Fishel, President of the Jewish Federation Greater Los Angeles, also appeared on the program to encourage viewer donations.
In the study of celebrity guests included such films, TV and radio stars as Shelley Berman, Elliott Gould, Mare Winningham, Joshua Malina, Don Stark, Vic "The Jacobs" Brick, Dennis Prager, and from long time supporter Jon Voight Chabad. Also pre-recorded messages from Jackie Mason, Martin Sheen, Keith David, Craig Ferguson, Greg Grunberg, Mario Lopez, Jack McGee, Regis Philbin, Howie Mandel, and Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Telethon's musical lineup of leading Mordechai Ben David, Gad Elbaz, Day 8, Avraham Fried and the Yeshiva Boys Choir. The event began with a stirring performance of "The Star Spangled Banner", acclaimed by 6 year old prodigy Ethan Bortnick Piano.
Farolero Chabad Humanitarian Award was presented to architect Robert Kite, who was surrounded by family members when received recognition for their service to children in the hilltop campus in Running Springs Chabad.
The 27th anniversary edition of the telethon has been seen in major markets of the media in the United States, and was viewed online throughout the world ToLife. At the end of the night, the bag of viewer donations exceeded $ 7,180,000 – and other input contributions were still being tallied by the computer.
About the Author:
“Chabad” is a Hebrew acronym for “Wisdom, Understanding and Knowledge,” and Lubavitch is the town in White Russia where the movement was based for more than a century. (The word “Lubavitch” actually means ‘brotherly love,” which is emblematic of the love and dedication that characterizes Chabad Lubavitch and its representatives.) Founded in 1772 by Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi, Chabad promotes
the mystical, traditional, legal and social principles of the Torah — while using modern methods and technology for education, community outreach, youth programs, crisis intervention, and other social services.
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