Member highlight: Hattie Kaplan

Our congregation is proud to shine a spotlight on Hattie Kaplan, a senior at Truckee High School, who is turning her passion for service into action. Hattie is organizing Miles That Matter, a student-led 5K walk/run and community festival designed to support girls in Moshi, Tanzania (sign up at this link)

The funds raised will provide reusable menstrual cups through CouldYou? Cup, with a bold mission to end period poverty by 2040. In addition, proceeds will support the Empower HER workbook, which helps girls build confidence and resilience through lessons in health, financial literacy, leadership, and more.

The festival is free to attend, with donations encouraged.  Registration for the 5K is $40 for adults and $20 for youth and students. Attendees can enjoy local vendors, live music, food, raffles, and family fun. Every participant and donor will receive a handmade bracelet symbolizing global sisterhood, plus raffle tickets for every $10 donated. In her own words, Hattie shares:

"My Jewish values have always taught me the importance of tikkun olam-repairing the world-and lifting up others in need. Leading Miles that Matter is my way of living out those values, creating a community event that brings people together while making a tangible difference in the lives of girls across the globe."

We are proud of Hattie and the example she sets as a leader, role model, and changemaker. Join her in building confidence, health and global employment-one mile at a time!