CANADIAN FRIENDS OF AKIM - ISRAEL ASSOCIATION FOR THE MENTALLY HANDICAPPED

Canadian Friends of AKIM raises funds to support AKIM, an Israeli organization that provides residential care, vocational training, and community integration programs for adults with intellectual disabilities. Through donations from Toronto and the GTA, the charity helps operate group homes, sheltered workshops, and day programs that enable individuals with mental handicaps to develop skills, find meaningful employment, and participate in their communities. AKIM serves hundreds of people across Israel, offering long-term support that ranges from basic life skills training to specialized vocational education. The organization emphasizes dignity and independence, helping residents transition to work placements and community activities suited to their abilities. Canadian Friends of AKIM bridges the gap between Canadian donors and beneficiaries in Israel, ensuring that vulnerable adults receive the care and opportunities they need to build fulfilling lives.