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We all want the people we love in our lives to have a place where they are valued for their contribution.

Dana G.

Who we are

Sha’arim + Gateways was established in 1999 to address the unmet need for special education services for children and adults with disabilities in the Twin Cities Jewish community. 25 years later, our services have expanded to include Broader and Deeper Educational Support, Inclusive Social/Recreational Opportunities, Inclusive Summer Camp Support, Vocational Training for Adults with Disabilities, Direct Family Consultation, Pathfinder Workshops, and Community Trainings. Sha’arim + Gateways is your one stop shop for Disability Inclusion Resources! 

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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

April 17, 2024 | 07:15 PM - 08:00 PM

Friends 'N Fun - Adult

May 8, 2024 | 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM
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Recent News

April 1, 2024

Community Krav Maga Seminars

Members from across the community got together for Krav Maga & practical self defense seminars! Everyone who attended learned crucial self defense skills, tapped into their inner warrior and had a great time. Both classes had a fantastic turn out! It was truly wonderful to come together as a community…

Teen Club – Baking

Sha’arim Teen Club… or should we say The Great Sha’arim Bake Off!! This month, Teen Club channeled their inner pastry chefs and made some delicious treats, including chocolate dipped pretzels and no-bake cheesecake! YUM! Our next teen club is on Monday, April 8th. Email maggie@shaarim.org if you are interested in joining.

Avi’s First Day at MJF

New Partnership Alert!!!! Welcome to our newest partner site, Minneapolis Jewish Federation! This month, Avi, a Gateways Vocational Program Trainee, began his training at Minneapolis Jewish Federation! He got to tour the office, meet the MJF team, and get started with tasks he’ll be working on. Thank you to our…

Friends ‘N Fun at Studio Inside Out

Adult Friends ‘N Fun was in their Bob Ross Era at our painting party at Studio Inside Out! Everyone got to unleash their inner artist and create something beautiful! Liba Herman, founder and lead facilitator of Studio Inside Out, encouraged participants to express themselves in their own individual way and…

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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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