A coordinated effort by Brooklyn College students and alumni produced a memorable holiday dinner for the less fortunate. Continuing its decades-long tradition of giving back at Thanksgiving, Tanger Hillel at Brooklyn College opened its doors and served homecooked meals to 185 people in need on November 27. More than 200 volunteers assisted with the effort, as student volunteers coordinated, planned, and implemented the program by partnering with fraternities, sororities, and clubs at Brooklyn College. “We at the Tanger Hillel at Brooklyn College, see this as a catalyst for sharing the core Jewish value of making the world a better place (tikkun olam) with the campus community,” said Nadya Drukker, executive director of Tanger Hillel. “Planning this program is a massive undertaking requiring more than two months of hard work. We are very proud of all the student volunteers who made the Thanksgiving Dinner a festive and meaningful event.” Avi Greenberger ’11 has been volunteering at dinner for years. He said the event is all about making a difference.“Thanksgiving is a day where we can be thankful for what we have and help others,” Greenberger said. “Doing the Thanksgiving Dinner at Hillel is a great yearly opportunity to give back, as well as connect with alumni, get to know the current students, and make a positive impact in the lives of those who are less fortunate.” Tanger Hillel at Brooklyn College offers an extensive menu of activities to meet the range of interests and needs of Jewish students and the diverse commute student community at Brooklyn College.
