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Who we are

Sha’arim + Gateways was established in 1999 to address the unmet need of disability inclusion for children and adults with special needs in the Minneapolis Jewish community. The program has expanded both in the area of education and guided social activities to include children and young adults with mild to moderate disabilities.

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Sha'arim + Gateways Programs

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Partner Schools

By partnering with Jewish schools, synagogues, and other community agencies, we provide services and support that focus on the unique needs and learning style of each individual.

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Darkaynu

Our Darkaynu in the Schools program offers students who learn best with one on one support the opportunity to enjoy a Hebrew School experience. The Adult Darkaynu program provides a space for our adult participants to continue their Jewish education and involvement in a fun and engaging environment.

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Friends ‘N Fun

By partnering with youth groups and young adult volunteers from the community, the Friends ‘N Fun program provides Jewish youth and adults with special needs the opportunity to be a part of inclusive and meaningful guided social experiences within our Jewish community.

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Vocational Training

The Gateways Vocational Training Program offers adults with disability an inclusive approach to life and jobs skills training out in the community.  

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Upcoming events

Adult Darkaynu - Virtual

December 6, 2023 | 07:15 PM - 08:00 PM

J-HAP Holiday Program

December 4, 2023 | 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM
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Recent News

December 1, 2023

Auction is here – Save the Date!

The Sha’arim + Gateways Annual Auction is BACK! Join us on Sunday, January 7th to celebrate 25 years of disability inclusion in the Twin Cities Jewish community. We’re so excited to share this milestone with our community. It’s going to be a spectacular night of fun, delicious food, and incredible…

Family Challah Bake

Last week Sha’arim + Gateways hosted our first Friends ‘N Fun Family – Family Friendly Challah Bake! We brought together families in the community who have children with disabilities and families of neurotypical children to get to know each other. Together, families got to make their own challah dough, braid…

Resin and Rosé with YJP

Thank you to Chabad Young Jewish Professionals for inviting us to join them for the Resin and Rosé night. Sha’arim participants joined young adults from around the Jewish community to enjoy delicious latkes and treats, and prepare for Chanukah by creating our own resin menorahs. They all looked stunning! It…

Teen Club Spa Night

Friends ‘N Fun teen club is always a hit! This month, we had a spa night including making our own DIY sugar and lip scrubs. Everyone enjoyed hanging out and having fun. Together, FNF teens decided what they wanted to do for their December event. We can’t wait for the…

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Become a Volunteer

Our volunteers come from across the Twin Cities Jewish Community. Friends ‘N Fun allows them to share their passion, unique talents, and abilities with our youth and adults.

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Become a Donor

Become an integral part of the world of inclusion and make a difference in the life of someone with special needs. An inclusive community starts with you!

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Join Our Staff

Our staff is made up of the best group of passionate, dedicated and knowledgeable individuals with experience in the world of special needs. Would you like to be one of them? Let us know!

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