We both come from families that were involved in the Jewish community wherever we lived. Our parents helped start synagogues, and participated in Jewish life and organizations such as the Hebrew Home, Federation, National Council of Jewish Women, Jewish Family Services, Survivor support groups,and many others. Volunteerism and Jewish life were part of the fabric of our families as we grew up. As a result, we feel very strongly about giving back to the Jewish community that helped us and our families along the way. We want those organizations to be available and supportive for future generations just as they were to us. The work that the Jewish community does not only for its own members, but for others in the greater community, is truly the work of Tikkun Olam. Our parents were models of participation and giving; we want to continue that example to honor them.