Hamerkaz Shelanu Inc

Hamerkaz Shelanu Inc is a non-profit Jewish educational and community organization, that works in partnership with our Lamdeni Hebrew after-school program. Hamerkaz Shelanu is committed to providing ongoing excellent educational and youth programs and strives to assist young adults, families and the welfare of our community.

Hamerkaz Shelanu was established in 1998, under the guidance of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, to fill a void in Victoria’s Israeli and Jewish community. Our vision is to create a deeper sense of identity, community and belonging for families, with a particular focus on the youth. Hamerkaz Shelanu is filled with a Jewish soul and an Israeli spirit.

At Hamerkaz Shelanu, people of all walks of life and degrees of observance are welcome to turn to at any time - to celebrate, to learn, to socialise, to connect. For some it’s a social centre, to others an amazing holiday program and teen camp. For some it’s the “Israeli shule” or cultural library, to others their child’s Hebrew school (Lamdeni). For some it’s a memorable Bat-Mitzvah program and adult education centre, to others a place to celebrate a chag (festival) together. But, above all, for the hundreds of families entering its doors every week, it’s a home... Or in the words of a family who both tragically lost a child and celebrated a bar mitzvah with Hamerkaz Shelanu within the same year: “It is a support in time of need and a fountain in times of joy”.

Hamerkaz Shelanu is dedicated to Jewish unity and continuity and to the welfare of the community. Our facilities are no longer adequate for our growing educational and community needs. We have secured a property and obtained the necessary building permits. Your contribution now, to the Building Fund, is vital to turn this dream into a reality.

All donations are fully Tax Deductible. Dedication opportunities are also available. Thank
you for your support.

Visit us at www.hamerkazshelanu.com.au.