The 8th grade students of Magen David Yeshivah were all smiles as they embarked on a fun and exciting scavenger hunt inside a Toys R Us store. With over 60 students in attendance, the 8th graders served as positive role models, working as a cohesive group performing hesed. The event not only enhanced the lives of so many, but it brought MDY and Sephardic Bikur Holim (SBH) together.
MDY Assistant Principal Rabbi David Sultan addressed the students before they began, “We are here representing MDY. We are working as a team for a greater cause. Be proud of who you are.”
Toys R Us closed to accommodate the event. The students split into groups, with lists in hand. As soon as the hunt began, parents and students raced around the store in search of the toys on their lists. With their shopping carts overflowing, and their hearts filled with joy, the students proudly brought their carts to the register to purchase them with money that was donated. Everyone was a winner.
“The parents of the students proudly brought the toys to the SBH office, where we will give them to the children of our clients on Hanukah and their birthdays. The students had a blast, while learning a lot about SBH and helped children less fortunate than themselves. The parents and faculty from Magen David Yeshivah got to see their children in action, helping those in need. Everyone left smiling. Thank you to the entire committee for all of their hard work,” said Charles J. Anteby, Director of Development, at SBH.
Many students conveyed their thoughts: “This night was a success. We joined together to do a great mitzvah. We hope to do more in the future,” said Jack Franco.
“I had the best time for two reasons: I loved working with my friends and I had fun collecting toys for the less fortunate, so they can have a Happy Hanukah,” stated Stephanie Franco.
“Good can come from anyone if they put their mind to it. The Hanukah Hunt was a great example of youth philanthropy,” noted David Hedaya with a smile.
“It was one night that will spread happiness to so many,” said Michael Cattan.
Thank you to the charity crew, who proudly does charity for many different organizations, and who raised the funds necessary to make the night possible. Thank you to all of the generous sponsors, volunteers, faculty members, and the graduation committee for making this event a night to remember
