Before a child sets foot in the centre...
A lot has already happened.
The rooms are being prepared. Supplies are being organized. Staff are getting ready to welcome another busy day of learning, play and care.
And in the kitchen, preparations for the day’s meals are already underway.
Long before lunchtime, there is planning, preparation, cooking and organizing to make sure children have nutritious food ready for them as part of their day.
It is part of the daycare experience that families may rarely see, but it touches every child.
The kitchen is part of the care.
A well-equipped kitchen helps staff prepare and serve meals safely and efficiently. It supports the daily rhythm of the Centre and helps ensure children receive the nourishment they need to learn, play, grow and thrive.
But many of these kitchens have been serving their communities for years and now need to be modernized, and that’s where we step in.
Na’amat Canada is helping renovate and equip kitchens in Na’amat Daycare Centres across Israel, modernizing these spaces so they can continue supporting children and staff for years to come. Because a good day starts before the doors even open.
Your contribution will help provide updated equipment and improved kitchen spaces where thousands of everyday moments begin.
Na’amat Galim is the Vancouver Chapter, with its membership comprised of a group of dynamic and interesting Jewish women. We meet monthly throughout the year to enjoy music, theatre, topical speakers, crafts and outreach programs as well as a much-anticipated annual retreat where we enjoy good food, each other's company and plan the program for the next year. The women of Galim are known in the Vancouver community for our Purim Hamantashen Bake Sale and Rosh Hashanah cakes to raise funds for Na'amat projects in Israel and locally. Each year we provide food for the Jewish Food Bank and support families with a Hannukah holiday gift basket.
To help you celebrate the holidays we sell delicious treats — hamantaschen for Purim, and honey cakes and apple tarts for the New Year.
When the holidays approach, they can be purchased by placing your order online at naamat.com or by connecting with your local Na’amat seller! Watch for our ads.
Each of these initiatives is made possible by the generous support of donors, community partners, and volunteers. By working together, Na'amat Canada ensures that children and families — both in Israel and locally — receive the resources, care, and encouragement they need to thrive. Thank you for standing with us in making a lasting impact.
Your membership helps fund critical services such as domestic violence hotlines, legal aid, scholarships, and daycare programs for families.
Interested in lifelong involvement? Consider a Life Membership for $400, with a small annual renewal fee. Enjoy access to events, leadership training, networking opportunities, and a deep connection to Israel and Na’amat’s global community.