I am sometimes fearful of the types of children, specifically girls, that are being raised in our society. I frequently witness the preoccupation with pop culture, celebrity gossip and fashion among our young women. This past Shabbat, my hope was restored and I felt that everything will be alright. I attended a Bat Mitzvah and the theme was “THINK PINK” – A popular and successful breast cancer awareness campaign.  http://shop.thebreastcancersite.com/store/site.do?siteId=224 The Bat Mitzvah girl had designated a certain percentage of her Bat Mitzvah gifts to this worthy cause. Not only was the tzedakah project a monetary contribution, but a Breast Cancer awareness board to educate the attendees of her simcha, was handmade.

While I understand tzedakah projects are common among our young men and women, this project was creative, thought provoking and inspiring!

Tags: Bat Mitzvah, Shabbat, tzedakah

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