Dear Dr. Roberts,

There are thank-yous that are easy to write, and then there are those that are harder, because what’s being given is not just an event, but something much deeper.

Your Chol HaMoed carnival has become a highlight of Yom Tov for so many families. On the surface, it’s a day of rides, laughter, and excitement.

What stands out just as much is what goes into it. This is not something you simply put together and move on from. It is clear that you go back after each one, reviewing, refining, and thinking through every detail to make it even greater the next time. That level of care is felt in the experience itself.

But behind the scenes, there’s another story.

In my role working closely with families who are struggling financially, I see firsthand what Yom Tov can look like for them. The expenses are overwhelming, and even the basics require real sacrifice. Outings and extras are often simply not an option.

And then comes your carnival.

For those families, it’s not just something nice. It’s everything. It’s the rare moment a parent can say yes without hesitation. Where children can experience pure simcha, without limits, without reminders of what isn’t possible.

That kind of relief, that kind of dignity, it matters more than most people realize.

You’re not just creating a carnival. You’re creating space for families to breathe, for children to feel included, and for Yom Tov to feel whole.

Thank you for seeing that need, and for meeting it in such a powerful way.

With deep admiration,

Elimelech Weinreb
Executive Director
Dating Resources Network

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