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<p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><b><u><font size=3
face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-weight:bold'>Update -
Nissan 5769</span></font></u></b></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
11.0pt'>To the members of the Passaic-Clifton Community:</span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
11.0pt'>Shalom U’vracha!</span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
11.0pt'>Please excuse our delay in communicating to you the progress we have
made together as a community with Project Chizuk.</span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
11.0pt'>Project Chizuk has begun to accomplish what it set out to
achieve. Project Chizuk has played roles of varying sizes in helping
several members of the community secure new employment. Many interviews
have been facilitated, much networking has occurred, resumes have been
improved, assistance has been provided in negotiating compensation packages (in
one instance resulting in a salary 18% greater than the original offer), and
significant financial benefits have been realized. We hope to begin
running additional programs and events shortly.</span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
11.0pt'>Most gratifying, this week saw the first job placement that was handled
through Project Chizuk from end to end. It was an excellent example of
the Project Chizuk “model” working as we hoped, and we hope this is
the beginning of many similar success stories.<br>
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It unfolded, in a nutshell, as follows:</span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
11.0pt'>The job opening was forwarded to Project Chizuk by a member of the
community. The Project Chizuk database of applicants was reviewed to identify
appropriate candidates. The candidate’s resume was reviewed and
revised by a member of the resume review committee. Abbie Cohen, the
Project Chizuk Placement Coordinator, advocated tirelessly on behalf of the
candidate and the offer of employment was made and accepted. An amazing,
collaborative effort! Naturally, the candidate is extraordinarily grateful and
eager to succeed in his new position. We hope he has great hatzlacha!</span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
11.0pt'>We want to thank our partner, Jewish Family Service of Passaic/Clifton,
who has been of enormous assistance throughout. </span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
11.0pt'>The following summary sets forth some of the organizational progress
that Project Chizuk has made to date:</span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in'><font size=2
face=Wingdings><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Wingdings'>Ø</span></font><font
size=1><span style='font-size:7.0pt'> </span></font><font
size=2><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>The Project Chizuk website (<a
href="http://www.projectchizuk.com/">www.projectchizuk.com</a>) is up and
running and has links to many jobs. We are hoping to add a lot of helpful
content to the website. Project Chizuk is looking for skilled volunteers
who may be able to assist it with web design and web programming as part of
this effort. If you have the time and skills, please email <a
href="mailto:benhalberstam@yahoo.com">benhalberstam@yahoo.com</a>. If you know
of any job openings, please forward them to <a
href="mailto:jobs@projectchizuk.com">jobs@projectchizuk.com</a>. </span></font></p>
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face=Wingdings><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Wingdings'>Ø</span></font><font
size=1><span style='font-size:7.0pt'> </span></font><font
size=2><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>In partnership with Jewish Family Service
of Passaic-Clifton, Project Chizuk has launched a Benefits Program which helps
individuals and families identify the benefits they may be eligible to
receive. Many people have already received significant benefits.
Please note – all information goes <i><u><span style='font-style:italic'>only</span></u></i>
to the JFS staff and is held in the strictest confidence, so please contact
them. You may be eligible for a variety of programs, with varying
eligibility requirements. For information, please email <a
href="mailto:resources@projectchizuk.com">resources@projectchizuk.com</a>, or
call 973-487-7755.</span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in'><font size=2
face=Wingdings><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Wingdings'>Ø</span></font><font
size=1><span style='font-size:7.0pt'> </span></font><font
size=2><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>On March 15th, Rabbi Frand spoke on
behalf of JFS and Project Chizuk to hundreds of members of our community. Rabbi
Frand stressed the need to see the message from Hashem in the global financial
downturn, and to respond accordingly by giving aid and hope to those in need.
Rabbi Frand closed by encouraging everyone in the community to play a part in
providing hope to those who are out of work. CDs can be ordered by
calling JFS at 973-777-7638.</span></font></p>
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style='font-size:11.0pt'> </span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in'><font size=2
face=Wingdings><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Wingdings'>Ø</span></font><font
size=1><span style='font-size:7.0pt'> </span></font><font
size=2><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Project Chizuk has launched “The
Project Chizuk Partnership Program” which is an effort to foster
partnerships between job seekers and professionals in our community. This will
help harness the untapped collective power of the large set of professionals
who would like to lend their support to our job seekers. Project Chizuk
has an incredible group of HR professionals who are spearheading this effort
and are looking for qualified individuals willing to serve as
“Coaches”. If you would like to participate in the program as
a “Candidate”, please email Abbie Cohen at <a
href="mailto:Abbie@projectchizuk.com">Abbie@projectchizuk.com</a>. If you
want to participate as a “Coach”, please email <a
href="mailto:MGoldberg@yorkcapital.com">MGoldberg@yorkcapital.com</a>.</span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in'><font size=2
face=Wingdings><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Wingdings'>Ø</span></font><font
size=1><span style='font-size:7.0pt'> </span></font><font
size=2><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>Project Chizuk has recently formed a
“Resume Review and Mock Interview Committee” led by experienced HR
professionals. If you wish to have your resume reviewed, or practice your
interview skills, please contact Abbie Cohen. If you believe you have the
experience and time to assist in the Committee’s efforts, please contact
Steve Davis at <font color=blue><span style='color:blue'><a
href="mailto:smdavis1@gmail.com" title="blocked::mailto:smdavis1@gmail.com">smdavis1@gmail.com</a>.</span></font></span></font></p>
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face=Wingdings><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Wingdings'>Ø</span></font><font
size=1><span style='font-size:7.0pt'> </span></font><font
size=2><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>We are in the final process of forming a
501(c)(3) charitable organization. Our thanks to the individuals in town
who have volunteered their professional services (Legal and Accounting) to move
this forward. We hope this will enable us to pursue certain grant opportunities
(governmental and foundations). If you think you may be able to assist in
this effort, please contact B.Z. Halberstam at <a
href="mailto:bz@rudnikcapital.com">bz@rudnikcapital.com</a>.</span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
11.0pt'>Project Chizuk owes a tremendous debt of gratitude to the many able
volunteers who have dedicated significant time to make all of the above
happen. It truly could not have happened without their efforts.</span></font></p>
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11.0pt'> </span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
11.0pt'>We want to apologize to the many people who have signed up as
volunteers to whom we have not yet been able to reach out. It has taken a
significant effort to put some of the infrastructure in place to use volunteers
effectively. As we continue to get rolling we will need plenty of
help. If you may be able to assist us – please sign up as a
volunteer at <a href="http://www.projectchizuk.com/">www.projectchizuk.com</a>.</span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
11.0pt'>We encourage you to help in this effort by making a generous
contribution to Project Chizuk. We have assumed significant financial
obligations to put this structure into place and will need to rely on the
generosity of the community to ensure it can be sustained. Checks can be
made payable to Project Chizuk and sent c/o Yehudah Muehlgay, </span></font><font
size=2><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>40 Woodward Avenue</span></font><font
size=2><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>, </span></font><font size=2><span
style='font-size:11.0pt'>Clifton</span></font><font size=2><span
style='font-size:11.0pt'>, </span></font><font size=2><span style='font-size:
11.0pt'>NJ</span></font><font size=2><span style='font-size:11.0pt'> </span></font><font
size=2><span style='font-size:11.0pt'>07012</span></font><font size=2><span
style='font-size:11.0pt'>.</span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
11.0pt'>Finally – please get involved – in any way you can.
Sign up on the website, post jobs that may be relevant, and simply be aware of
individuals who may need assistance in their search.</span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
11.0pt'>With our wishes for a Chag Kasher VeSameach,</span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
11.0pt'>Project Chizuk</span></font></p>
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