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The Colorado Section has long recognized that education is the key to improving the lives of women and children. Consequently, the Section has awarded scholarships to Jewish women who are Colorado residents for many years. These scholarships are awarded on the basis of academics, community involvement, and need. The application and requirements are available here:
Download the 2013 scholarship application packet
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Since 1957, NCJW volunteers perform children's live theater productions for grade school children throughout the Denver metro area weekly. Letters from children and teachers reflect the appreciation and success of the program. |
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Fresh flowers are provided to grace Sabbath dining tables each week, birthdays are acknowledged each month, and residents enjoy a sing-a-long program bi-monthly as well as a video library. |
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In addition to offering a campaign through education, advocacy & community action, colorado Section provides basic toiletries to a safe house for women who are escaping domestic violence. |
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For more than 30 years, this non-partisan gathering has provided the Jewish community with the opportunity to hear Federal and State candidates speak and answer questions on important current issues. The event, which takes place every other year, also emphasizes to candidates for political office the extent of Jewish community interest in public issues and elections. Thirty-four Jewish organizations now participate, along with co-hosts NCJW, ColoradoSection and the Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) of the Allied Jewish Federation. (JCRC became a co-host with Colorado Section in 1996). |
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STATE PUBLIC AFFAIRS provides a Jewish voice in State and Federal legislation to advocate for better programs for women, children, families and senior citizens. Our advocacy is augmented through coalition partnering. |
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Exciting, contemporary programs that depict educational and/or relevant issues as well as entertaining and light-hearted offerings are provided for the membership and community. |
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