FC Celebrates Year’s End

The Friendship Circle of Crown Heights marked another successful year by celebrating with their volunteers. More than two hundred packed into the Jewish Children’s Museum on Tuesday, May 26 for desserts and entertainment. The evening, aptly titled Light the World, celebrated the year long efforts of the dedicated Friendship Circle volunteers. Awards and thanks were aplenty, as were delicious desserts.

Volunteers in this organization give of their free time to assist children with special needs. Their dedication affects the lives of hundreds of children and truly does light up the world. It was therefore fitting for the volunteers to enjoy an evening for themselves after a year of tireless work.

The event was highlighted by a spectacular concert by Rivkah Krinsky. Volunteers had a wonderful time singing, dancing and clapping along, as she enthralled the crowd with her musical talents. “It was an amazing night,” said Chana, a volunteer, “We all had so much fun together; it was a great way to end a great year.”

The Friendship Circle expressed their appreciation to all the volunteers. “Thank you for your dedication and hard work,” said Chayle Eckhaus, Friendship Circle Director, “but most importantly, thank you for giving the gift of friendship.” Gratitude was also shown to the volunteer presidents who showed incredible dedication throughout the entire year. Hindy Yarmak, Chaish New and Rish Gopin of Beis Rivkah and Shaina Frimerman and Esta Rimler of Bnos Menachem ensured that this past year’s programs ran smoothly and efficiently.The volunteers were then introduced to next year’s presidents: Sara Mochkin, Mushka Green and Zeldy Minkowitz of Beis Rivkah and Chanky Friedman and Shaina Frimerman of Bnos Menachem.

Yocheved Eber was presented with the prestigious Volunteer of the Year award, in tribute to her devotion to the Friendship Circle children. A special award was also presented to Chaya Chein, the volunteer coordinator, whose tireless efforts were truly unmatched.

While the Friendship Circle celebrated the success of the past year, they looked forward to the year ahead. G-d willing, they look to improve on their programs and services, and with the help of their incredible volunteers, will no doubt achieve even greater success.