Winter 2013 - Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County

Volume 8 • Issue 2
Winter 2013
TOGETHER WE DO
EXTRAORDINARY
THINGS
The 2012 annual Report
KEEPING THE
PROMISE
marilyn & Stan Barry
LARGER THAN
OURSELVES
Family means
no One Left Behind
SISTERHOOD IN
OUR SISTER CITY
Women Strengthen
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SWEET DREAMS
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Contents
Family means no one left behind
The Sandler Family Major Gifts Event
Our Communities & Country Clubs
Departments
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campaign 2013
Roaring Loud with Lara Logan
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dorothy P. seaman department of Women’s Philanthropy
sWeet dReams
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Young adult division
PJ Library® Heads Our Way
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Business & Professional division
toGetHeR We do eXtRaoRdinaRY tHinGs
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anne & norman Jacobson Jewish community foundation
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israel & overseas
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Jewish community Relations council
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special needs department
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Jewish education department
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local Beneficiary agencies
62
synagogue updates
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corporate sponsors
The 2012 Annual Report
KeePinG tHe PRomise
Barry Gift Launches Endowment Campaign
Hands-on visionaRY
Roxane Frechie Lipton, JWF Founder
sisteRHood in P2K sisteR citY
Women’s Visit Strengthens Israel Ties
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welcome to chAi life
TOGETHER WE DO EXTRAORDINARY THINGS
This publication is produced by the
Marketing & Communications Department
of the Jewish Federation of
South Palm Beach County.
What a privilege and joy it is to experience the spirit around our
Federation in this season of vibrant growth. Our campus, our gatherings,
our campaigns are thriving amid a dazzling array of innovations to
connect with and build our community.
Senior Vice President, Marketing & Communications
Andrew M. Rose
Throughout, one can feel the energy and commitment of Matt Levin
at the helm. Moving together through his first year, I am ever more
grateful to Raymond Zimmerman and the entire CEO Search Committee.
They persevered through a long process to find an extraordinary fit for
our Federation’s professional leadership. And this new and auspicious
journey for our reenergized Federation and community has only
begun. With Matt and our talented staff keeping up with him, with the
profound caring and hard work of our dedicated lay leaders, even more
extraordinary things lie ahead.
Chai Life Designer, Creative Director
Shanna Vinig
With deepest gratitude for all we are doing and will do together,
Chai Life Editor, Communications Director
Andrea Schuver
Director of Marketing
Erryn Abiri
Advertising Sales
Mandee Baulo
Web & Print Production Manager
Paul Kranowitz
Marketing/Communications Assistant
Jessica Cavallaro
Cover and additional photos:
Jeffrey Tholl Photography
FEDERATION OFFICERS
Chair
Ellen R. Sarnoff
Vice Chair, Financial Resource Development
Anne L. Jacobson
Ellen R. Sarnoff
Chair, Federation Board of Directors
In my first Friday message I wrote, “Our reach must be far broader as well
as deeper to take care of each other today and in the future; in the process,
together we will build from our diversity a greater Jewish community.” Six
months later, together we are making that promise a reality, with compassion
and creativity, trust and perseverance, pride and joy.
Every week, we’re warmly welcomed as we reach out to build new relationships,
strengthen existing partnerships and create innovative collaborations. Our
community is investing with confidence. The annual campaign is up. Our
endowment campaign launched with a $1 million gift. Event attendance is
significantly higher and enthusiastic. New activities are thriving. More than 500
cheered our community’s caring and generosity at THE EVENT. A B&P event
drew 180 to our campus – 110 of them new to Federation.
Together, with our synagogues, schools, agencies and beyond, we are developing
this community’s profound caring and generosity to reach its unsurpassed
potential. I look forward to hearing your ideas at asktheceo@bocafed.org.
Vice Chair, Campaign
Joseph S. Mishkin
Vice Chair, Jewish Community Foundation
David Pratt, Esq.
Vice Chair, Women’s Philanthropy
Emily Grabelsky
Vice Chair, Planning & Allocations
Stephen A. Mendelsohn, Esq.
Vice Chair
Wesley E. Finch
Vice Chair
Carol S. Smokler
Vice Chair
Etta Gross Zimmerman
Secretary
Albert Gortz, Esq.
Assistant Secretary
Debra Halperin
Treasurer
Stewart Kasen
Assistant Treasurer
Arthur Goldberg
SENIOR FEDERATION PROFESSIONALS
President & CEO
Matthew C. Levin
Chief Financial Officer & Chief Operating Officer
Mel Lowell
B’shalom,
Executive Vice President, Financial Resource Development
Marla Weiss Egers
Matthew C. Levin
President & CEO
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campaign
If you’ve been around us lately you’ve felt
it, and you’ll see it on these pages. It’s a
most exciting time for our Federation and
Foundation as we broaden and deepen our
connections throughout the community to
fulfill our vital mission. We’re very actively
building an array of partnerships that will
bring to bear the greatest resources - and
hence the best in programs and services – to sustain and
enrich our community and our people now and in the future.
More and more of us are coming together
to do extraordinary things. Our efforts
to reach out as never before are clearly
working to expand the base of support
for our Annual Campaign. New and
returning faces are appearing on campus
and at events. We already have more than
$1 million in new and retrieved gifts, as
well as increased confidence among our continuing donors.
So I’m thrilled though hardly surprised to report that we are
on track for the first increased campaign in a long time.
You’ll be hearing more about how we’re providing Outreach
Grants to community groups through our Planning &
Allocations process. About the grants we’ll be making to
schools, synagogues and other organizations through the
Jules L. & Dorothy M. Kamsly Teen Programs Fund. And
about how our Foundation is becoming even more of a
partner with the larger community by doing more to fund
innovative special projects.
We’ve been engaging new constituencies through our revived
Business & Professional programming, our reenergized Young
Adult activities and far more. THE EVENT with Josh Malina
brought more than 500 people from throughout our Jewish
community to learn about, celebrate and rededicate to our
Federation’s work. And this is only the start of our heartfelt
efforts to build a greater community together.
B’shalom,
With gratitude for this extraordinary season,
Anne Jacobson, Financial Resource Development Chair
Joseph Mishkin, Campaign Chair
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New Donors Expand Our Federation Family
Helene & Richard Paul Realizing
how crucial the Federation is to our local and
global community before moving to Florida in
December, we made a commitment to each other
to not only support the Federation, but to become
involved in meaningful ways. Since then, seeing
the Federation campus has given us an even greater feeling of
responsibility. We hope to make a real difference for the Jewish
community, ourselves and our children.
Karen Altman A newcomer to Addison
Reserve and a proud new Lion of Judah, I wanted to
be part of a group that cares so deeply and acts on
their compassion with generosity. Contributing to
Federation is the best way to make a difference in this
community and world-wide. I also wanted to instill
Jewish values in our own family, and am happy to see my daughter-in-law
involved with her Federation in Denver.
Brad Gucciardo After frequenting
Federation events for years, I truly became part
of the organization’s efforts during the past year
through serving on the Business & Professional
Division Cabinet. Once I witnessed Federation’s
extensive reach on campus, I couldn’t help but
seriously contribute my time and money, which will directly help our
youngest and oldest family members and friends. While meeting
great people and participating in inspiring events, I know I am also
building a better Jewish community.
Noah Rosenfarb With no local network
or reputation, I moved here last year to expand my
business. After joining the Young Adult Division
LEADS program to meet other young professionals
and “get my name out,” I’ve become a donor. Now I
understand how well my contributions will be utilized
and appreciate the adage, “if Jews don’t help other Jews, who will?”
Being able to meet my philanthropic goals while also networking makes
Federation a place where I can both give and receive.
SAVE THE DATE
EXCLUSIVE KDS MISSION
TO GREECE & Israel
(Join our Leadership Mission to Israel & the General Assembly)
MISSION dates:
GREECE: OCT. 31 - NOV. 5 • Israel: Nov. 5 - 13
Go behind the scenes and meet government and community
leaders. Visit Jewish sites in Athens and Thessaloniki and learn
about the unique history of the Greek Jews.
For additional information, call Jennifer Koenig at
561.852.3129 or email jenniferk@bocafed.org
Miami • Fort Lauderdale • Orlando • Tallahassee
West Palm Beach • Boca Raton • Stuart • Port St. Lucie • Naples
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Mission ChairS: Diane & Larry feldman
KDS Chair: Barbara Feingold
•
Aventura
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Barbara Feingold, Ellen R. Sarnoff, Phyllis Sandler, Anne Jacobson
Diane & Larry Feldman
Selma & Dan Weiss, Florence Brody
Richard Steinberg, Dr. Jeffrey Feingold, Matthew C. Levin, Barbara Feingold,
David Makovsky, Al Gortz, Ken Pritzker
Stan & Marilyn Barry
Marleen Forkas, Matthew C. Levin, Dollsey Rappaport
Rani Garfinkle, Carol Smokler
Laura Hochberger, Jeffrey & Sandra Perkins
King David Society Kicks off Season with Expert Israel Briefing
A community of distinguished philanthropists, the
King David Society (KDS) began its season in earnest
in the beautiful home and garden of KDS Chairs
Barbara and Dr. Jeffrey Feingold. Gathered at the very
outset of Operation Pillars of Defense, these generous
philanthropists who contribute $25,000 or more
to our Federation’s Annual Campaign were riveted
by guest speaker David Makovsky. A Senior Fellow
and Director of the Washington Institute’s Project,
Makovsky gave an up-to-the-minute Israel briefing.
Recognizing the contributions of its prominent
donors, our Federation expresses its gratitude by
offering compelling programs of particular interest,
including high-level events, special briefings
and missions, and hands-on projects. For more
information about KDS events, briefings and missions,
call 561.852.3129 or email jenniferk@bocafed.org.
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members of The Sandler Family: Evan, Larry & andrea Schnurmacher;
amy Ross; phyllis Sandler; David Ross; Harvey Sandler; Jonathan, Robin
& gary Rubin
Back row: Ed Smith, morrison, Brown, argiz & Farra, LLc (mBaF); Efraim
Halevy; Dan Raviv; marjorie Horwin, mBaF Front row: al gortz, proskauer;
Richard Steinberg, Steinberg global asset management, Ltd.; David pratt,
proskauer; Ken pritzker, Steinberg global asset management, Ltd.
I
t may have been called an “Evening of Intrigue,”
but the powerful, passionate joy in community and
giving was unmistakable among nearly 300 top
Federation donors gathered at St. Andrews Country
Club on December 6, 2012. Recently named for the
Sandler Family and co-chaired by Gail & Warren
Greenspoon, Adele & Herman Lebersfeld, and Judi &
Allan Schuman, this year’s Major Gifts event featured
a cocktail reception, dinner and two riveting speakers.
CBS Correspondent Dan Raviv and 9th Mossad
Director Efraim Halevy addressed in depth the array
of challenges facing Israel today.
Phyllis and Harvey Sandler, called forward by Anne
Jacobson, set a tone of deep compassion and
generosity that resonated throughout the guests and
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major gifts Event co-chairs: adele & Herman Lebersfeld, gail &
Warren greenspoon, Judi & allan Schuman
Back row: Joseph mishkin, Emily grabelsky, matthew c. Levin
Front row: Judi Schuman, Ellen R. Sarnoff, anne Jacobson,
Wendy pressner
the entire evening. A multimedia presentation led by
Joseph Mishkin and poignant, inspiring remarks from
March of the Living participants Holocaust survivor
Sam Ron and student Kelsey Mogell conveyed just how
much our Federation’s Major Donors accomplish.
When Federation President & CEO Matt Levin
brought home how much more there is to be done
to secure the well-being of our Jewish family now
and into the future, many immediately answered the
call and increased their gifts. Levin also called on
them to reach far into the community and connect
others to the abundance of opportunities to help,
and to ensure the future of our Jewish community
and our people through endowed giving.
new for younG major Donors
ilene Wohlgemuth, Leon cooperman
adding to the celebration, ilene Wohlgemuth
announced that, with a transformative gift
from the Leon and Toby cooperman Family
Foundation, our Federation will be bringing pJ
Library to South palm Beach county. This awardwinning program, created and partially funded
by the Harold grinspoon Foundation, delivers
free, high-quality Jewish children’s books and
unique programming to young families.
The Federation’s prestigious Ketubah Society
Hall of Fame was on proud display that
evening, honoring the strongest branches of
our Federation family tree. Over time, these
most generous donors have made a cumulative
financial commitment of one million dollars
or more. chair of the Board Ellen R. Sarnoff
gratefully recognized the Ketubah Society’s
newest members:
Emerging Jewish Philanthropists (EJP) is South Palm Beach
County’s exciting and inspiring new community for young major
donors to our Federation. Chaired by Gail & Warren Greenspoon,
EJP offers young, successful, philanthropic individuals and
couples opportunities to share the incredible endeavor of
renewing and strengthening the Jewish community and our
people - here at home, in Israel and around the world.
Together, they’ll enjoy meaningful experiences specially geared
to their shared values, interests and passions in the Jewish world
- including our exclusive ejp mission to CuBa from june
27-30. Travelers on this amazing journey will engage with the
Jewish community and experience the unique Cuban culture and
nightlife. Limited space on the EJP Mission to Cuba is offered
on a first-come, first-served basis. The cost per person is $2,500
including airfare. For more information, contact Dana Vizner at
(561) 852-3270 or danav@bocafed.org.
A $10,000 combined minimum gift to the UJA/Jewish Federation of South
Palm Beach County 2013 Annual Campaign is required to participate on
this mission.
lorraine & jerome (z’l) aresty
eleanor & edward epstein
Bryan & Joanna Drowos, Laurence i. Blair, gail & Warren greenspoon, Robin &
neil Baritz
sylvia fried
jeanette & sherman Vogel
michael & Jill Rose, Robert marton, Debra & Lawrence Halperin, Loren & Eric Stein
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all its vibrant diversity at “The Event”
on January 29. From our synagogues,
partner agencies and schools, from our students
to our longtime leaders, from our donors of all
ages to many newcomers, more than 500 from
our community came together at Boca West to
acknowledge and celebrate all the good we do
together.
It was also a thoughtful evening, reminding us of
how much our help is needed by our neighbors
and our global Jewish family. Recipients from
several of our partner agencies told us personally
and powerfully how our community has been
there for them in their darkest of moments.
Josh Malina, stage and screen star of productions
including the West Wing, Sports Night and the
current critically-acclaimed ABC drama Scandal,
told his inspiring and entertaining story of being
a proud Jewish pro-Israel actor in Hollywood. The
evening’s energetic, enthusiastic Chairs Debra
and Larry Halperin, their committed cadre of
Co-chairs, and our truly dedicated community
partners did a remarkable job of bringing
everyone together to revitalize and rededicate
as they brought the words Feed, Protect, Teach,
Inspire, Save and Comfort to life.
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aDopt-a-projeCt
moRe WaYs foR fedeRation communities & divisions to maKe a diffeRence
Adopt-a-Project offers exciting opportunities for country
clubs, geographic areas and divisions to select and support
programs and services that are particularly meaningful to
them. By raising supplemental dollars above and beyond
the Annual Campaign, these groups are sustaining vital
aDDison reserVe raised funds
to purchase passover groceries, and
packaged them for delivery to the more
than 550 recipients of the Jacobson
Family Food pantry at JFS.
programs - from safety net services to Jewish life and
learning in our own community, in Israel and around the
world where Jewish people are in need. Together, they are
doing extraordinary things.
Dorothy p. seaman
Department of women’s
philanthropy has mounted the
Women for Dignity project, selling
tribute cards to purchase disposable
undergarments for needy homebound
seniors served by the JDc in minsk,
Belarus.
stoneBriDGe volunteers brightened
chanukah for nearby neighbors in need
who are recipients of the Jacobson Family
Food pantry of JFS. after raising dollars,
they purchased food and gift cards,
then assembled and delivered them in
chanukah packages that also included
hand-crafted glass mezzuzot.
BoCa GroVe is participating in
adopt-a-Family to help sustain some
of the most vulnerable people in our
community, through Ruth Rales Jewish
Family Service (JFS).
BoCa west made sure that hundreds
of senior JFS clients had a meaningful
model seder with great food and
companionship, transportation and more.
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polo CluB is connecting local young
adults with israel and strengthening their
Jewish identities as well as our community
by enabling them to participate in a free
Taglit-Birthright israel trip – together on a
bus from South palm Beach county.
wooDfielD Country CluB and
wooDfielD hunt CluB stepped
up to fight hunger in South palm Beach
county with Woodfield Feeds the Hungry.
Volunteers collected food, raised funds
and packaged and delivered groceries
along with Thanksgiving meals and spirit
to clients of the Jacobson Family Food
pantry at JFS.
foR moRe infoRmation aBout adoPt-a-PRoJect,
Contact Dana Vizner at 561.852.3270 or
danav@bocafed.org.
Looking forward
To A n exCIT I ng FuTu R e .
Ask future resident Isobel Loring what she envisions life at Sinai Residences to be like and she’ll tell
you … she envisions a glass of champagne in her hand as she lounges by the pool. “It’s exciting,” Isobel
explains. “As I see the pictures of Sinai Residences flash before me, it seems like the loveliest place to be.”
Isobel attended a Sinai Residences luncheon to see what the
community was all about. “I was impressed and my daughter
was also impressed,” she said. “After researching in depth, my
family and I decided that it would be a good way for me to be
taken care of for the rest of my life. And the best part is that it’s
in my neighborhood! My friends are right here.”
Socializing with like-minded residents.
The maintenance-free lifestyle will offer her more time to keep
active with her pastimes, ranging from stone sculpture and
A solid plan in place was a big attraction.
“Every now and then, I have a sense of needing a reality check,”
Isobel said. “Things like physical activities are a bit more
difficult than they were when I was age 20, 30 or 40.”
Isobel sees the resort-style setting as a way to smoothly
transition to the next phase of her life. As a planned Life Care
community, residents have access to every level of health care
they may need in the future, at predictable
monthly costs, for life.
Champagne poolside, “it seems like the loveliest place to be.”
—Future Resident, Isobel Loring
music, to politics classes at Florida Atlantic University. Isobel
and her friends also attend concerts at the Kravis Center for
Performing Arts in West Palm Beach. Besides being a lifelong learner, Isobel enjoys the social aspect of participating
in classes. “I find that it’s a good way to meet people of like
disposition,” she says.
Like-minded individuals will thrive at Sinai Residences where
your heritage, tradition and family values are both recognized
and treasured.
“I’m pleased that my needs will be met
on an ongoing basis, should I become
Isobel Loring
less able to do things for myself. I don’t
always like to think of my needs increasing, but having the
solutions at my fingertips makes it easier.”
With all the exceptional offerings just outside her front door,
life will soon become even more rewarding for Isobel in
addition to the peace of mind she gains by having a secure plan
in place for her future.
Call (561) 922-7156 for the opportunity to get to know our community better. The best time to
call for a personal consultation is right now while you can still take advantage of limited-time
pre-construction pricing.
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Information Center: 21090 St. Andrews Blvd., Suite 1 • Boca Raton, FL 33433-2400
Phone: (561) 922-7156 • www.SinaiResidences.com
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OUT AND ABOUT
Deepest thanks to our community and
country club members and leaders for
unwavering commitment and tireless
efforts. Their compassion, creativity and
perseverance inspire us all as they do so
much to help those in need, in our own
community and worldwide.
1.
2.
Visit www.jewishboca.org/photos
for photo galleries of these events
Addison Reserve
Addison Reserve Pacesetter
Addison Reserve Lion Outreach
1. David & Arlene Lanter, Jeff &
Sandi Perkins, Stu & Donna Ganslaw
3.
4.
2. Don & Sharon Kabat,
Elaine & Harold Freeland
3.Gerry Reich, Carol Minkoff,
Sheilah Kaufman, Sandi Perkins
4. Jane Gortz, Patti Jacobs, Jo Patrick,
Emily Grabelsky, Karen Altman,
Carol Minkoff, Ronna Rutstein
5.
6.
BOCA grove
Boca Grove Pacesetter
Boca Grove Women’s Outreach
5. Seated: Millicent Nathan; Standing L-R:
Esther Summer, Judith Beiner, Phyllis Liss,
Rita Judson
6.Chet & Judy Kay
7. Stewart & Sandy Kasen
8. Linda & Richard Sommers, Martin &
Edith Stein
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8.
BOCA WEST
Boca West Opening Event
9.Irving Levy, Carla DelVillagio, Barbara Levy
10.Jane & Norman Jacobs,
Carla DelVillagio, Judith Zachs
11.Carol & Arnold Rifkin, Carla DelVillagio,
Philip & Estelle Elkus, Betty Apple
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12.Elyssa Kupferberg, BNY Mellon;
Carla DelVillagio; Gail Bankier;
Adam Bankier, Bankier Law Firm
11.
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12.
OUT AND ABOUT
Boca Woods
Boca Woods Opening Event
13. David Simon, Susan Katzen, Judith Landesman,
Beverly Hacker, Eileen Roman, Ellen Wolfe,
Joseph Mishkin, Jack Shatz
14. Suzanne Branham. Branham Realty;
Jonathan Soto, BNY Mellon
BOCAIRE, DELAIRE, HAMLET
Bocaire Pomegranate & Lion Outreach
Bocaire Night of Appreciation with Delaire & Hamlet
Delaire & Hamlet Pomegranate & Lion Outreach
13.
14.
15, Barbara Werner; Joan Green; Lois Levin;
Elyssa Kupferberg, BNY Mellon; Marilyn Tulgan;
Bernd Wollschlaeger; Doris Fischer
16. Nancy & David Carver
17. Selma Weiss, Suzanne Block, Bernice Greenberg
18. Mildred Lidov, Bernd Wollschlaeger, Marcia Kent
19. Frieda Wallstein, Suzanne Block, Mildred Lidov,
Marcia Kent, Susan Saril, Elaine Roberts
20. Brenda Moss, Norma Erdle, Nadine Erdle
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OUT AND ABOUT
Deepest thanks to our community and
country club members and leaders for
unwavering commitment and tireless
efforts. Their compassion, creativity and
perseverance inspire us all as they do so
much to help those in need, in our own
community and worldwide.
Visit www.jewishboca.org/photos
for photo galleries of these events
21.
22.
BROKEN SOUND CLUB
Broken Sound Dessert & Dialogue
Broken Sound Federation Discovery Tour
21. Mort & Debby Singerman,
Nate & Judy Metzger,
Dr. Ralph Nurnberger,
Kate & Sam Sidewater
22. Iris Greenberg, Emily Grabelsky, Marlene Levin
23.
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23. Barbara Lieb Baumstein, Ellen Eisen, Jeanne Epstein
Gold Coast
Gold Coast Opening Event
24. Don Brodie, Matthew Levitt,
Linda Brodie
25.Roni Freedman, Matthew C. Levin
26.Bernice Wenger, Richard &
Tamara Morgenstern, Carol Kaplan
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27.Mike & Joan Kaufman
Greater Boca
Greater Boca Federation
Discovery Day
Greater Boca Meet &
Greet at Les Jardins
28.Shelly Gross, Hyla Levine
29.Matt Levin, Dr. Paul Drucker
30. Allison & Douglas Mandel
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31.Elizabeth & Gregg Shavitz
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OUT AND ABOUT
POLO CLUB
Polo Club Pacesetter
32.Burt Satzberg, Jeanne & Ken Fibus,
Phyllis & Cliff Seresky
33.Larry Blair, Greenspoon Marder; Elyssa Kupferberg,
BNY Mellon; Jason Solodkin;
NFP Insurance Solutions
34.Beverly & Maurice Gross, Barbara & Ted Wolk
35.Anne & Jerry Gold, Myrna & Billy Godfrey
32.
ST. ANDREWS COUNTRY CLUB
St. Andrews Pomegranate & Lion Outreach
36.Janice Pelz; Joan Hauser; Bernd Wollschlaeger;
Elyssa Kupferberg, BNY Mellon; Barbara Lewin;
Gladys Cook
37.Top: Adele Hast, Renee Nadel, Barbara Werner
Bottom: Adele Lebersfeld, Jane Cornell
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WOODFIELD COUNTRY CLUB
Woodfield Women’s Outreach
38. Eydie Holz, Lisa Marton
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Dorothy P. Seaman Department of Women’s Philanthropy
Our Warm & Welcoming
“Shabbat Table”
I have never been
more proud of our
Women’s Philanthropy
Department! Our
community’s women
have given their time,
hearts, resources and passion...and it is
evident in all we have done so far this
year. Not only are we going strong in
our Annual Campaign, but the feeling
of sisterhood, community and unity is
tangible at every program, event and
meeting. This success has driven our
women’s resilience and commitment
to helping those in need locally and
globally. With pride, we are building a
stronger, more vibrant community for
our children and grandchildren.
Our success owes much to the tireless
efforts of our officers, board members,
leadership, volunteers and staff
partners. I’m especially grateful to
those who have planned, recruited and
promoted our Lion of Judah Luncheon
and other events you’ll read about
here. Together we have set a warm,
welcoming “Shabbat table” where it is
thrilling to see so many women feeling
comfortable and joining us as we strive
to higher heights.
Lions Roar at Luncheon for
Lara Logan of CBS and their
Own Margie Baer
Denise Zimmerman, Marilyn Barry
Marleen Forkas, Lara Logan
Emily Grabelsky, Women’s Philanthropy Chair; Wendy
Pressner, WP Campaign Chair; Barbara Werner, WP Planned
Giving Vice Chair; April Leavy, WP Vice Chair Lion of Judah
Emily Grabelsky, Meryl Gallatin
B’Shalom,
Emily Grabelsky
Chair, Women’s Philanthropy
Keep up with our
fast-moving women.
Like us on Facebook
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Catherine Baer Haubenstock; Robert, Alyson, Rick, Margie and Ron Baer; Bill Schwartz; David,
Eavlyn and Danielle Baer. Baer’s Furniture was a generous Luncheon sponsor.
Jan Savarick, Boca Raton Regional Hospital; Adam Workman, Wells Fargo
Private Bank; Lara Logan; Sarah Pollak, Boca Raton Regional Hospital; Barry
Goldberg, Wells Fargo Private Bank; Jane Kurcsinka, Ivan & Co. Jewelers
Barbara Werner lit a candle to
memorialize our LOJEs who have
passed on.
Stephanie Midler, Lawrence Katz, Adam Workman, and Barry Goldberg, all
of Wells Fargo Private Bank, with Lara Logan
Robin Rubin, Phyllis Sandler, Brittany Ross Kohn, Amy Ross,
Andrea Schnurmacher, Ali Schnurmacher
The “pride” of the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach
County roared once again at their annual ingathering on
January 17th. The 2013 Lion of Judah Luncheon brought more
than 450 women together at Boca West Country Club for
inspiration, celebration and to hear from Lara Logan, CBS
News Chief Foreign Affairs and 60 Minutes Correspondent.
Led by Luncheon Co-chairs Marilyn Barry and Denise
Zimmerman, with Women’s Philanthropy Lion Vice Chair
April Leavy, our Lions unmistakably lived up to the afternoon’s
theme: Live Like a Hero, Love Like a Sister, Lead Like a Lion.
They heard powerful and poignant Love Letters from
recipients and others whose lives have been changed
through the dollars raised and programs offered by our
community’s 750+ caring, compassionate Lions. In love
and sisterhood, the Lions were also brought to tears and a
standing ovation as they honored trailblazer Margie Baer
Marilyn Barry, Melissa Barry
for her passionate, longstanding dedication to Women’s
Philanthropy and the Federation.
The Lions provided other deeply moving moments, as
Marilyn Barry and Judi Schuman announced their LOJE
endowments that will fully protect their Lion gifts forever.
Marilyn Barry then pinned her granddaughter Melissa as a
Lion, and Phyllis Sandler announced that she was making
her granddaughters Brittany and Ali Lions as well.
Lara Logan proved herself a true hero, having earned a
prominent place among the world’s best journalists by boldly
reporting from war zones over more than two decades.
She shared riveting stories including her horrific attack in
Egypt. Lara’s compelling presentation was underwritten
by the Marleen Forkas Chair of Contemporary Jewish
Issues. Marleen’s generous endowment has ensured that
the Federation will always provide its loyal and committed
women donors with the highest caliber keynote speakers.
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Federation Fetes Top Women Donors with Renee Taylor
Judi Schuman, Renee Taylor, Stephanie Owitz
Florence Brody, Adele Lebersfeld, Andrea Dubroff
Charlotte Stein, Edith Stein, Renee Taylor, Kinnie Gorelick,
Phyllis Wachtel
An afternoon of laughter, warm
companionship and private time
with renowned actress/comedian
Renee Taylor was in store for three
dozen of our community’s most
caring, generous women. The new
“Just for You” series debuted on
Sunday, February 17, 2013 with Taylor’s
hilarious one-woman show, My Life
on a Diet, presented by the Adolph
and Rose Levis Jewish Community
Center in Zinman Hall - followed by
“Conversation and Cocktails” with the
performer exclusively for them. Chaired
by Judi Schuman, “Just for You” is
especially for women who contribute
to Federation’s Annual Campaign at
the $10,000 Major Gifts level or higher.
Phyllis Rosenstock, Harriet Finger
Enjoying Fashion, Helping the Community at Saks Fifth
Avenue Loves Your Cause
Women who care about the finest in fashion as well as
the best for our community headed to Saks Fifth Avenue
Town Center on February 6. Amid a lively, colorful
atmosphere, champagne and brunch-by-the-bite, they
viewed the vibrant Etro Spring 2013 Runway Collection
at Saks Fifth Avenue Loves Your Cause. Throughout
Meryl Gallatin, John Antonini
Wendy Pressner, Eydie Holz
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February, the store has also been donating 5% of total
sales on request from women with a Saks Store Card to
the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County, to
help support growing needs locally, in Israel and around
the world. The fashion-filled morning was co-hosted by
Meryl Gallatin and Eydie Holz.
Emily Grabelsky, Judi Schuman, Phyllis Wachtel
Freda Burns, Lee Brenner
Beth Mishkin, Jan Savarick
Proud to play a part in our community,
here to play a part in your financial life
Since 1852, Wells Fargo has been helping families build, manage and preserve their wealth. Today, we are proud to continue our tradition
of strong community partnership by saluting the Dorothy Seaman Department of Women’s Philanthropy of the Jewish Federation of
South Palm Beach County.
In addition to Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County, we have also supported the following Jewish community organizations
in South Florida:
Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County
Adolph and Rose Levis Jewish Community Center
Center for Sport and Jewish Life
Greater Miami Jewish Federation
Jewish Adoption and Foster Care Options (JAFCO)
Jewish National Fund - Boca Raton
Alpert Jewish Children and Family Services
United Jewish Community of Broward County
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Dorothy P. Seaman Department of
Women’s Philanthropy
“After Hours” Takes Women
Straight from the Art
Fifty women of all ages enjoyed an evening of art and sisterhood
at the season’s first “After Hours” gathering. “After Hours” is the
Department of Women’s Philanthropy’s empowering evening social
group, bringing together women whose lifestyles and schedules
make evenings the time to socialize and learn.
Amid wine, coffee and sumptuous desserts on January 8 at the
newly renovated Rosenbaum Art Gallery in Boca Raton, they heard
from local painter Brenda Zappitell. Against a backdrop of her work
exuding movement in beautiful palettes, the artist discussed her
genre of abstract expressionism as well as what being Jewish has
brought to her work. The guests also heard from event chairs Ellen
Channing & Dr. Gail Rubin Kwal. Eydie Holz, Women’s Philanthropy
Vice Chair, Community Development shared the important work of
the Federation. Rabbi Josh Broide provided a d’var Torah, rounding
out a full evening of spirit, culture and companionship.
Save the Date
EXERCISE EXPOSÉ: Zumba • yoga • spin
I♥yoga Workout Wear Trunk Show,
Spa Services, Juice & Smoothie Bar
and much more...
tuesday, April 23, 2013 • 7-9 p.m.
Adolph & Rose Levis JCC Gym
9801 Donna Klein Blvd., Boca Raton
COUVERT: $18 per person
ATTIRE: Workout chic
Chairs:
Ellen Channing & Dr. Gail Rubin Kwal
Ellen Channing, Eydie Holz,
Susan Zappitell, Gail Rubin Kwal
Wendy Pressner, Rabbi Josh Broide
Vice chair,
community development:
Eydie Holz
Reservations are required.
RSVP by April 16, 2013
jewishboca.org/afterhours
For more information, contact
Jillian Rosen at 561.852.6084 or
jillianr@bocafed.org.
April Leavy, Alexandra Leavy
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Susan Podolsky, Taryn Hoffman,
Janet Sussberg
ATTENTION SOUTH PALM BEACH COMMUNITY:
if you are a Jewish young adult age 22-26, experience a
fun and exciting Taglit-Birthright israel trip this June with
the Jewish Federation of South palm Beach county and
israelExperts.
DON’T FORGET: Registration opens: Feb. 13, 2013 at 10 a.m. E.T.
and for returning applicants Feb. 11 at noon E.T. Use the referral
code SPalm28 to receive priority when you register!
QUESTIONS?
Contact Kristy Lopez, South Palm Beach County Jewish Federation:
561.852.6090 | kristylo@bocafed.org
Visit www.absolutelyisrael.com to sign up for more information about your trip. USE CODE SPalm28
We welcome
Andrew L. Rosenkranz
as Rabbi and
Development Director
at Congregation B’nai Israel.
561-241-8118
www.cbiboca.org
2200 Yamato Road
Boca Raton, FL 33431
rabbirosenkranz@cbiboca.org
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for Jewish Children and their Families
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For more information follow
PJ Library on Facebook at
facebook.com/pjlibrarysouthpalmbeach. If you
have questions or would like to get involved, please
contact local PJ Library Director Elana Ostroff at
pjlibrary@bocafed.org or 561.852.6080.
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Young Adult Division
Young, Jewish and 22-45?
Don’t miss the places to be.
Our Young Adult Division
continues to amaze
and inspire with rising
passion for fun, education,
networking and Jewish
philanthropy. The last
few months have brought hundreds of
us together at events celebrating Jewish
values in venues that show just how
wonderful it is to be young in South
Florida. And many of them are learning
about Federation for the first time.
Just picture it:
• 22-45 year olds exuberantly mingling in one of
the hottest Mizner Park or Atlantic Avenue spots
suddenly riveted by a relevant d’var Torah from
one of our rabbis.
• Two hundred of us in blue and white dancing to a
DJ at the posh Omphoy Palm Beach start singing
the blessings over Hanukkah candles and sharing
latkes.
Blue & White Party Sets New Chanukah
Tradition for Young Adults
It wasn’t quite their grandparents’ Chanukah as more than 200 young
adults from throughout Palm Beach County celebrated together in a new
way at the “The Blue & White Party” on December 13. Single or married,
new to or born into the community, they were decked out in blue and
white together at the beautiful Omphoy Ocean Resort beachfront in Palm
Beach. And in the holiday spirit, they made new friends among a great mix
of people. With a blend of tradition and today, they enjoyed tunes from
DJ Brett Sandala, hors d’oeuvres and cocktails - along with latkes and a
menorah-lighting ceremony with Rabbi Cookie Olshein.
Co-chaired by Brooke Eisensmith, Jeremy Cohen and Rachel & Jeff Rudner,
the evening featured terrific raffle prizes including Lady Gaga, Dolphins Club
and Cirque du Soleil tickets, and a stay at the Omphoy. In the holiday spirit,
the guests also contributed five giant bags of toys for distribution by Ruth
Rales Jewish Family Service and Alpert Jewish Family and Children’s Service.
“The Blue and White Party” was presented by the Young Adult Division of
the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County and Next Gen of the
Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County.
• Young couples on “Date Night” kibbitzing over
wine about plans to buy a home or start a
family...then stay to learn about the complicated
Israel-Turkey relationship from a local professor.
• Families with young children coming to the
Federation campus to sing and play.
If you or someone you know is between the
ages of 22 and 45, don’t miss out.
Join us at our upcoming events.
Contact jillianr@bocafed.org or 561.852.6084.
B’Shalom,
Bryan Drowos
Chair, Young Adult Division (YAD)
Keep up with upcoming YAD events.
Like us on Facebook
facebook.com/YoungAdultDivision
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Young Adult Division
Young Adults Prepare Hands-on to LEAD
With spirit, learning, networking and acts of loving-kindness, YAD’s
Leadership Education and Development Series (LEADS) continues to
ready both first and second year classes to step into the forefront of
our Jewish community. In November, they learned about Special Needs
programs and services from the Jewish Association for Residential
Care (JARC) Executive Director Dr. Debra Hallow and visited a JARC
apartment, visited Donna Klein Jewish Academy and heard from Head
of School Karen Feller, toured the Adolph & Rose Levis JCC and spoke
with Executive Director Randy Colman. In December, young adults
from LEADS and the YAD Board, along with several of their children,
spent a morning assembling food packages for delivery to clients of
The Jacobson Family Food Pantry at JFS and hearing about hunger in
our community from Ruth Rales Jewish Family Service President & CEO
Danielle Hartman.
The January LEADS program featured a Value-Based Leadership
session led by Professor David B. Ross of Nova Southeastern
University, and February focused on the Global Jewish Community
and Local/Overseas Allocations with Eric Stein, Israel and Overseas
Committee Vice Chair. Rabbi Josh Broide is on hand for each program
with facilitation and an inspiring d’var Torah.
YAD Wanders to Eurofusion and Beyond for Happy Hour
Wherever YAD wanders for Happy Hour, it’s the place for young Jewish adults in their
20s to early 40s to see and be seen. On January 17 at Eurofusion, they enjoyed drinks,
learned a bit about how young adults can help our community, and even got inspired
with a d’var Torah by Rabbi David Baum of Congregation Shaarei Kodesh. Whether
you’re new to town, a veteran young leader or anything in between, YAD Social
Chairs Lauren Friedman and Larry Melcer invite you to join in these great evenings
with company you’ll want to keep, in venues you’ll want to visit! YAD wandered on
to Delray Beach at The Sandbar on February 21, heads to Tryst on April 11, and keeps
moving. Happy Hours begin at 5:45. $8 registration per event or $65 donation for the
series comes with one drink ticket. For more information, contact jillianr@bocafed.org.
Young Adult Division
20s 30s early 40s
WANDERING
Happy Hour
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
FOR THE FOLLOWING
DATES:
April 11
Tryst
4 East Atlantic Ave.
Delray Beach
June 20
Blue Martini & Bar
6000 Glades Rd.
Boca Raton
July 25
Morton’s Steakhouse
5050 Town Center Cir.
Boca Raton
For more information, visit
jewishboca.org/yad.
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Wishing The Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County
success in the 2013 Annual Campaign.
Our deepest gratitude and admiration to all the committed,
generous volunteers and supporters
whose dedicated efforts meet vital human needs
for so many in our community, in Israel and overseas.
Jeffrey Sandelman
C IRC LE C ATE RE R S
SAVE THE DATE
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SUMMER FAMILY MISSION
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to digging at an ancient archeological excavation,
the mystical town of Safed to the birthplace of
modern Israel in Tel Aviv, all of Israel is yours to
discover. A JFNA family mission is more than just a
trip, it’s a family journey packed with adventure!
JUNE 24 - JULY 2, 2013
Also consider our 2013 Winter Family Mission
Dec. 21, 2013 - Jan 1, 2014
For more information, visit
www.jfna.org/missions
or contact Jillian Rosen at 561.852.6084 or jillianr@bocafed.org.
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Young Adult Division
“Playdates with a Purpose” Makes Friends with Tzedakah
Tired of the same old playdates, and wanting to share important
Jewish values with their children hands-on, 68 enthusiastic,
energetic participants gathered at JARC on December 4, 2012.
The second of three “Playdates with a Purpose” featured a
Chanukah Sing-a-long with Miss Susan, Chanukah crafts, and time
to make friends with other parents and children. Playdates with a
Purpose is a new Federation YAD series designed for parents and
caregivers with children ages two to eight. For more information,
call 561.852.6084 or email jillianr@bocafed.org.
A Date Night of Wine Tasting
Young couples headed to The Rustic Cellar in downtown Boca
on February 7 for a night of Kosher wine tasting with a great
sommelier. Date Nights are created for those in their 20s-40s
who are married, engaged and in committed relationships. The
event was chaired by Matthew & Nicole Kaplan.
Young
COUPLES
DATE NIGHTS
Passover Cooking
Demonstration
Thursday, March 14, 2013 • 6-8 p.m.
Bloomingdale’s, Boca Raton
Couvert: $36 per couple
Chairs: Nicole & Matthew Kaplan
CELEBRITY CHEF: Michael Saperstein
visit jewishboca.org/yad/couples to RSVP
for more information, contact Jillian Rosen
at 561.852.6084 or jillianr@bocafed.org
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The Jewish Federation Of South Palm Beach County
2012 ANNUAL REPORT
TOGETHER
WE
DO
EXTRAORDINARY THINGS
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DEAR FEDERATION FAMILY:
The past year truly marked the beginning of a new era here at the Jewish Federation
of South Palm Beach County. Together, we’ve been reaching greater heights, opening
new doors and inspiring timeless hopes. Our parking lots and walkways are bustling
with a new sense of purpose. Our activity centers and meeting rooms are bursting with
life. Beyond the Federation campus, the bonds we share are growing stronger as we
welcome new faces and more opportunities.
With inspired leadership from our dedicated, visionary new President & CEO, Matt
Levin, we’ve been reaching out as never before. We are engaging our neighbors from
throughout our Jewish community, bringing them together to care for our people now
and into the future.
In 2012, we reached our Annual Campaign goal of $13.3 million and raised a
supplemental $490,000 in response to additional pressing needs. As we extend our
welcome even farther, this year’s campaign promises to exceed expectations.
Once again, we brought thousands of all ages together to celebrate the State of Israel on
Yom HaAtzmaut at Sunset Cove Amphitheater. Our latest Major Gifts Event, renamed in
honor of the Sandler Family, indeed felt like a family reunion, as hundreds of donors came
together in a powerful and passionate celebration of caring and community.
Our dynamic team of committed lay leaders and dedicated professionals has also been
creating exciting entry points and promising new initiatives. Recently, at “The Event,”
our community came together in all its vibrant diversity to celebrate the good we do
together. We’ve expanded the activities of our King David Society, re-established our
Business and Professional Division and rejuvenated our Young Adult Division. We’re
bringing PJ Library to our young families and are launching our first Birthright Israel
community bus.
Making strides to help ensure our Jewish future, the Jacobson Jewish Community
Foundation launched our “Promises Kept” Campaign with a $1 million planned gift from
Marilyn and Stan Barry. JJCF also welcomed 15 inaugural agency, synagogue and school
partners to Create a Jewish Legacy.
On behalf of all those here at home, in Israel and around the world whose lives you have
touched, we thank you for your continued support and generosity. Because of you, the
future beckons, full of promise. As we take our next steps together, we also invite you to
join us in looking back with great pride at our year in review.
Gratefully yours,
Ellen R. Sarnoff
chair, Jewish Federation
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David pratt
chair, Jewish community
Foundation
matthew c. Levin
president & cEO
YEAR IN REVIEW 2012
Together we did extraordinary things in 2012! From every corner of the community, we
came together to feed, clothe, shelter, counsel, rescue, reach, teach and touch thousands
of people here at home, in Israel and around the world. We welcomed new faces. We
reached out to young families and to business professionals. We inspired new donors and
encouraged new dreams. Join with us now as we celebrate just a few of the highlights from
our recent journey together.
ANNUAL CAMPAIGN:
KinG DaViD soCiety members enjoyed an
evening at Mar-a-Lago with President Bill
Clinton at an event organized by JFNA. In April,
community leaders in KDS visited the Jewish
community in Cuba and saw wonderful results of
our efforts there. The new KDS season kicked off
with speaker David Makovsky.
major Gifts
Our most prestigious annual fundraising event
was named in honor of Phyllis and Harvey
Sandler and their family, the largest family
donors in the history of our Annual Campaign.
At the sanDler family major Gifts
eVent, the Ketubah Society welcomed new
members Lorraine & Jerome (z’l) Aresty, Eleanor
& Ed Epstein, Sylvia Fried, Jeanette & Sherman
Vogel. We also introduced emerGinG jewish
philanthropists, a new initiative for young
major donors, whose early activities will include
travel to Cuba.
women’s philanthropy
With more than 750 Lions of Judah, the “pride”
can be felt throughout the community. These
generous women recharged and recommitted
at the annual Lion of Judah Luncheon. Other
events that reached out to women of all ages and
different giving levels included a new “Just for
You” series for major donors and “After Hours”
evening programs. Our Lions roared through
the Big Apple with the largest ILOJC delegation
outside the NYC area.
Country CluB Communities anD
neiGhBorhooDs
Once again, community leaders and volunteers
worked tirelessly to ensure that their
constituencies understand and value the vital
importance of our Annual Campaign.
Business & professional DiVision (B&p)
triumphantly returned with force to successfully
redefine networking among entrepreneurs and
professionals. Led by a dynamic Cabinet, B&P is
creating connections that are good for business
as well as the Jewish community, featuring
events including the popular Industry ICON
networking series.
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Young Adult Division (YAD)
The thoughtfully redesigned YAD has emerged
as a bustling hub for young adults and families,
with activities such as LEADS to develop a new
generation of community leaders, Playdates with a
Purpose, Date Nights for young couples and much
much more.
Israel & Overseas (cont’d)
Through The Jewish Agency for Israel, the
American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee
(JDC) and the Ethiopian National Project (ENP),
we also touched the lives of thousands of the
world’s most vulnerable Jews, from the very
young to the very old.
SUPER SUNDAY
Super heroes from throughout the community
kept the phone ringing with opportunities to join
the super strata by helping to meet vital needs.
Department of Jewish Education
DJE’s School Educational Services offered an
array of professional development programming
for more than 500 teachers and 4,800 students
in our Early Childhood Centers, Congregational
Schools and Day Schools.
FEDERATION PROGRAMS
Jewish Community Relations Council
JCRC’s busy year included a Candidates Forum
for those seeking office to serve South Palm
Beach County, the annual Legislative Sendoff for
local state senators and representatives, and the
Food Stamp Challenge to address local hunger.
Israel Under the Stars once again drew thousands
to our largest community event. JCRC also hosted
more than 150 Jewish communal professionals
from Florida at the 2nd Annual Florida Jewish
Symposium with top caliber presenters.
Planning & Allocations
The Planning & Allocations Committee assesses
our community’s needs and prioritizes funding
to meet them. Last year, P&A addressed needs
among seniors and those with special needs;
helped those in need of financial assistance,
counseling or Jewish day school scholarships;
and recommended funding for new outreach and
engagement initiatives.
Israel & Overseas
Federation’s P2K program continued its very
successful Women’s Exchange initiative. Six more
women from South Palm Beach County were
paired with peers in our Sister City in Israel, Kiryat
Bialik. In addition, hundreds of students in both
communities continued to connect with each
other in creative ways.
The past year laid the groundwork to bring a
major national resource that is coming to our
community’s young families this spring. The PJ
Library® South Palm Beach County Partnership
is made possible by generous support from our
Federation, United Synagogue of Conservative
Judaism, Union for Reform Judaism, Leon and
Toby Cooperman Family Foundation and the
Harold Grinspoon Foundation, as well as local
program contributors.
Department of Special Needs
The Department of Special Needs supports
existing community resources, and collaborates
with families, agencies, congregations, and
schools to obtain and enhance services for
children and adults with disabilities. The
Department also provides training and resources
to assist families in securing the knowledge they
need to become better advocates.
Federation Transportation Service (FTS)
Federation Transportation Services, Inc. provided
49,000 trips last year, to help senior and disabled
clients get to life sustaining locations such as
doctor’s offices, grocery stores, pharmacies
and local congregate hot meal sites. FTS also
transported students from Donna Klein Jewish
Academy, Hillel Day School and Adolph and Rose
Levis Jewish Community Center to offsite school
and camp activities.
JACOBSON FAMILY
JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Endowment Campaign
This past year, our JJCF embarked on an exciting
journey that will strengthen its efforts to meet
the needs of our community and sustain our
people well into the future. The Promises Kept
Campaign – launched by a visionary planned gift
of $1 million from Marilyn and Stan Barry – has
already collected more than $2.5 million in cash
and expected dollars.
Create a Jewish Legacy
In its first year, CJL established dynamic
partnerships with 15 local agencies, schools
and synagogues. Actively engaged in building
a strong, vibrant community through planned
charitable giving, CJL partners are succeeding
with a wealth of resources including expert
training seminars, customized consultations and
materials through our JJCF. To date, over $4.5
million has been committed
Professional Advisory Committee
The Foundation‘s growth is due in part to the
efforts of the PAC professionals who work
to encourage charitable giving through the
establishment of new endowment funds, trusts,
bequests, life insurance policies and IRAs on
behalf of their clients. Our PAC also presented
a seminar on tax planning strategies which 140
professionals attended, and sent 11 members on a
mission to Washington, D.C.
Jewish Women’s Foundation
Through its unique granting program, JWF
makes a difference in the lives of Jewish women
and children locally and overseas. As JWF
approached its 10th anniversary, among its recent
funded projects was an exciting new collaborative
grant made along with 16 sister organizations
across the country. JWF Trustees take pride
in their hands-on philanthropy that has funded
nearly half a million dollars in grants through 2012.
LION OF JUDAH ENDOWMENT
In 2012, 10 more women joined our LOJE
program, ensuring their generous Lion gifts to the
Federation in perpetuity. With 263 members, our
LOJE program – the largest in the country – can
now roar even louder with pride.
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Federation Officers
Chair
Ellen R. Sarnoff
Vice Chair, FRD
Anne L. Jacobson
Vice Chair, Campaign
Joseph S. Mishkin
Vice Chair, Jacobson Jewish Community Foundation
David Pratt, Esq.
Vice Chair, Women’s Philanthropy
Emily Grabelsky
Vice Chair, Planning & Allocations
Stephen A. Mendelsohn, Esq.
Vice Chair
Wesley E. Finch
Vice Chair
Carol S. Smokler
Vice Chair
Etta Gross Zimmerman
Secretary
Albert Gortz, Esq.
Assistant Secretary
Debra Halperin
Treasurer
Stewart Kasen
Assistant Treasurer
Arthur Goldberg
BOARD MEMBERS
Michael Beckerman
Laurence I. Blair, Esq. •
Dana Charles-Kodner
Helen Cohan
Jill Deutch
Bryan Drowos
Rabbi David Englander
Barbara Feingold
Dale Filhaber
David Galpern
Louise Galpern
Rani H. Garfinkle
Rabbi Efrem Goldberg
Glen Golish
Dr. Gail Greenspoon
Eric Gutmann •
Jeffrey Harris
Adele Hast
Shelley Pechter Himmelrich
Betty Kane
Thomas R. Kaplan
David Kirschner
Elliot S. Koolik
Elyssa Kupferberg
Dr. Gail Rubin Kwal
April E. Leavy
Murray Leipzig
Rabbi Daniel Levin
Michael Lipton
Roxane Frechie Lipton
Robert Marton
Jeffrey Newman
Stephanie Owitz
Barry Podolsky
Wendy Pressner
Susan Rahn
Jill Rose
Michael Rose
Amy Ross
Robin Rubin
Burt Satzberg
Mark Schaum
Dr. David Schimel
Janet Sherr
Ron Siegel, Esq. •
Joseph Sitrick
Gadi Soued
Rabbi David Steinhardt
Ted Struhl
Jay Weinberg
Michael J. Weinberg
Dorothy M. Wizer
Lesley Zafran •
Raymond Zimmerman
• Beneficiary Agency
Chairs/Presidents
DIRECTORS EMERITUS
Jerome Altheimer
Margie B. Baer
Edward I. Burns
Dr. Melvin R. Clayman
Karola Epstein
Gerald Golden
Kinnie Gorelick
David G. Hast
Abner Levine
Dorothy Lipson
Lawrence Phillips
Clarice F. Pressner
Gordon Salganik
Dorothy P. Seaman
Richard Siemens
Shirley Solomon
Elizabeth S. Zinman
PAST CHAIRS
James B. Baer 1979-1983*
Marianne Bobick 1983-1986
James H. Nobil 1986-1988,
1999-2001
Marvin Zale 1988-1991
Allan Solomon 1991-1992
Richard Okonow 1992-1995*
Herbert Gimelstob 1995-1998
Ralph Solomon 1998-1999*
Andrew S. Robins, Esq. 2001-2003
Lawrence D. Altschul 2003-2005
Etta Gross Zimmerman 2005-2007
Stewart G. Harris 2007-2010
Cindy Orbach Nimhauser 2010-2011
KETUBAH SOCIETY
Over time, these most generous donors have made a cumulative financial commitment of one million dollars or more to
the Annual Campaign of the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County.
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Lorraine & Jerome* Aresty
Gloria* & Lee* Baker
Helene & Elliot Brody
Florence & Martin* Brody
Dorothy* & Peter* Brown
Norma & Lester Cohen
Eleanor & Edward Epstein
Sylvia Fried
Meryl & Ron Gallatin
Rani & Sandor* Garfinkle
Elaine & Herbert Gimelstob
Carole & Barry Kaye
Evelyn & Ronald Krancer
Mildred & Abner Levine
Bette* & Jerome* Lorber
Billi & Bernard Marcus
Judy Levis Markhoff & Paul Markhoff
in Blessed Memory of Rose & Adolph Levis
Elizabeth & Sheldon Maschler
William Newman
Toby Weinman Palchik & Melvin* Palchik
Marilyn & Jack Pechter
Lois & Robert Pergament
Lawrence Phillips
Ruth* & Norman* Rales
Dollsey & Seymour* Rappaport
Phyllis & Harvey Sandler
Harriett & Irving Sands
Ellen R. Sarnoff
Dorothy & Larry* Seaman
Carole & Richard Siemens
Carol S. & Irving Smokler
Bernice & Ira* Waldbaum
Ruth Weinberger
Jeanette & Sherman Vogel
Shirley & Barton Weisman
Barbara & William Weprin
Etta & Raymond Zimmerman
* Of Blessed Memory
FEDERATION REVENUE & EXPENDITURES
FEDERATION ALLOCATIONS
Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County, Inc. Allocations and Support (In Thousands)
Jewish Community Foundation Fund BENEFICIARY AGENCIES
2011-2012 Financial Highlights
Adolph & Rose Levis Adult Day Care Center
$10
Income and Allocations Report (In Thousands)
Adolph & Rose Levis Jewish Community Center
$959
B’nai Brith Youth Organization – Florida
$3
Final Audit Information
Birthright Israel
$20
Donna Klein Jewish Academy
$773
SUPPORT
Florida Association of Jewish Federations
$13
Contributions, Gifts, Grants *See Note Below
$19,810
Florida Hillel Council
$40
Program and Other Revenue
$1,026
Hillel Day School
$172
Jewish Association for Residential Care
$128
TOTAL PRIMARY REVENUE
$20,836
Kosher Konnection
$5
OTHER REVENUE
Outreach$45
Ruth Rales Jewish Family Service
$1,027
Interest and Dividend Income
$477
Special
Needs
Task
Force
$3
Realized Gains
$937
Temple
Beth
El
$8
Other$1,280
Torah Academy $133
TOTAL OTHER REVENUE
$2,694
Transportation Services
$35
Weinbaum Yeshiva High School
$118
TOTAL SUPPORT AND REVENUE
$23,530
$3,492
TOTAL:
Note Additional Allocations (Stated In Thousands):
PROGRAM EXPENSES
Jewish Federations of North America
$1,581
Charitable Distributions – Consolidated
Federation/Foundation$2,610
Beneficiary Agencies (see listing)
$3,492
Planning, Community Relations Council, Overseas,
Jewish Education Dept., Foundation
$1,720
Communications, Event Expenses, Agencies
Consolidation costs
$3,688
TOTAL PROGRAM EXPENSES ADMINISTRATIVE AND MANAGEMENT EXPENSE
FUNDRAISING EXPENSE
TOTAL EXPENSES
Distributions from the Weinberg Fund for Senior Programs,
totaling $241,726: Ruth Rales Jewish Family Service
Transportation Services
Adolph & Rose Levis Adult Day Care Center
Total:
$130
$62
$50
$242
$13,091
$955
$1,343
$15,389
Distribution of Expenses
As % of Total Expenses
*NOTE:
In addition to the above, supplement gifts were made to, or through,
the Federation to Jewish organizations, apart from Annual Campaign
or Emergency Campaigns. Supplemental gifts enhanced Federation’s
ability to advance certain programs and projects, and address
emerging needs. Federation made distribution payments from these
gifts within the 11-12 Fiscal Year totaling (in thousands): $490
Program Expenses
85%
6% 9%
Administrative/
Management Expenses
Fundraising Expenses
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FOUNDATION BOARD OF TRUSTEES
M. Adam Bankier, Esq.
Stan Barry
Laurence I. Blair, Esq.
Stuart E. Bloch, Esq.
Dana Charles-Kodner, Esq.
Caryn Clayman, Esq.
Helen Cohan
Alan Cornell
Janet Elinoff
Sheila Fuente
Louise Galpern
Albert Gortz, Esq.
Gail Greenspoon
Shelly Pechter Himmelrich
David A. Kirschner
Matthew J. Kutcher, CFP
Richard Kwal
Sandra L. Lippy
Roxane Frechie Lipton
Carl Marbach
Linda A. Melcer
Joseph S. Mishkin
Cindy Orbach Nimhauser
Elaine Roberts
Jonathan I. Sahn
Ellen R. Sarnoff
Mark A. Schaum, Esq. CPA
Michael J. Shapiro
Roz Silver
Ted Struhl
Michael J. Weinberg
Jerome L. Wolf, Esq.
Joel Yudenfreund, Esq. CPA
FOUNDATION EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Chair
David Pratt, Esq.
Vice Chair, Board Development
Elyssa J. Kupferberg
Vice Chair, Investment Committee
Richard D. Steinberg, CFA
Chair, By-Laws
Donald R. Tescher, Esq.
Co-Chairs, Create A Jewish Legacy
David A. Katzman, CPA
Anne L. Jacobson
Norman Jacobson
Chair, Grants & Scholarships
Committee
Michael D. Lipton
Chair, Jewish Women’s
Foundation
Mara Reuben
Chair, Marketing
Dale Filhaber
Chair, Nominating Committee
Thomas R. Kaplan
Chair, Planned Giving
And Endowments
Barbara Werner
Chair, Professional Advisory
Committee
Marjorie A. Horwin, CPA
Immediate Past Chair
Thomas R. Kaplan
Chair, Insurance Committee
Seth A. Marmor, Esq.
FOUNDATION CHAIRS
Gary Bernstein*
Albert W. Gortz, Esq.
Marvin A. Kirsner, Esq.
Jerome L. Wolf, Esq.
Eric W. Deckinger
Ralph M. Solomon*
Eugene Pargh
Jeffrey S. Kahn, Esq.
Caryn J. Clayman, Esq.
Charles Ganz
Thomas R. Kaplan
David Pratt, Esq.
1984 – 1986
1986 – 1988
1988 – 1990
1990 –1991 1991 – 1994
1994 – 1996 1996 – 1997 1997 – 2001 2001 – 2004 2004 – 2005 2005 – 2008 2008 – present Net Assets of Foundation,
September 1
Contributions to Funds
Interest and Dividends
Realized Capital Gain (Loss)
Unrealized Gain (Loss)
Change in Value of
Split Interest Agreements
TOTAL Additions
Distributions/Grants
Operating Expenses
TOTAL Deductions
$34,714,445 $45,297,081
8,843,631 375,292
1,233,265
2,994,330
7,870,337
398,251
937,166
(1,001,666)
362,893
(78,144)
$13,809,411 $8,125,944
2,561,9853,152,128
664,790
814,375
$3,226,775 $3,966,503
Non-Operating
Funds Transferred Out
Net Assets of Foundation,
August 31
Assets by Type of Investment
JUF Investment Portfolio
Alternative Investments
Cash and Money Market Funds
Corporate Bonds
Equities
Equity Funds
Exchange Traded Funds
Bond Funds
Inter-Fund Loan
Israel Bonds
Municipal Bonds
Mutual Funds
Other (Insurance Policies, etc.)
Real Estate
TOTAL INVESTMENTS
* Of Blessed Memory
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Jacobson Jewish Community Foundation
Fund Assets for the Year Ending August 31, 2012
Final Audit Information
2010-2011
2011-2012
$0 $11,566,390
$45,297,081 $37,890,132
50,511,701 43,990,831
437,516 564,351
4,799,633 4,104,533
1,406,598 1,384,610
838,854 1,367,167
-
- - 2,933,348 2,933,348
1,925,500 1,916,500
-
3,628,281 3,640,530
756,280
773,506
165,953 160,977
$67,407,664 $60,836,353
Sinai Residences of Boca Raton
Rising to Exceed Expectations
We are pleased to report that Federation CCRC
Development, LLC, an independent, not-for-profit
entity owned by the Federation, continues to make
significant progress in the development of Sinai
Residences of Boca Raton. As of January 31, 2013, 75
parties have reserved their new apartment homes for
the community, expected to open in late 2015.
This vibrant, modern continuing care retirement
community will occupy 22 acres on the campus of
the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County.
Sinai Residences will offer residents a remarkable
maintenance-free lifestyle, and feature an impressive
collection of services and amenities designed to
provide everything today’s seniors want for their
future. These will include multiple dining venues
(including accommodations for kosher meals),
Developed by
programs, classes and beautifully-appointed common
spaces for the enjoyment of residents and their guests.
As a planned Life Care community, Sinai Residences
will also offer guaranteed access to a full continuum
of care including assisted living, memory support and
skilled nursing care at predictable rates.
The project calls for 237 independent living apartment
homes, 48 assisted living apartments, 60 skilled
nursing suites and 24 memory support studio suites
to be built. The project is enjoying a high degree of
interest and success. We expect the community to be
70% pre-sold by the end of 2013 and are confident it
will set the standard for retirement living in the area.
For more information about Sinai Residences, call
Amy Linder at (561) 338-9595.
Managed by
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business & professionAl division (b&p)
We’re Redefining Business
Networking and having a
great time doing it!
Ask
anyone
who has
attended
one of
our four
dynamic cabinet meetings or three
top-caliber Industry Icon events. It just
couldn’t be more clear that what we’re
doing is good for their business and
good for the community.
In the busy few months since we
launched our new Division, we’ve scored
a string of successes for both the
organization and our members. Our Icon
events are attracting interesting – and
interested – new faces to the Federation
campus. In the process, we’re introducing
a world of vital programs and projects
to new audiences. And with each
networking opportunity, we are getting
to know each other better and learning
more about our varied philanthropic and
personal as well as business goals.
It’s happening quickly. We’re making
business connections as we build a
better Jewish community - by
bringing people together. Visit us
at www.jewishboca.org/business or
contact B&P Director Sonni Simon at
561.852.3128 or sonnis@bocafed.org.
Sincerely and successfully yours,
Gary Lesser
Co-chair, B&P
inDustry iCons put B&p on the map
Entrepreneurs and professionals
have found a real home on the
Federation campus for top-caliber
programming, premium networking
and a unique ability to help the
community: the new Business &
Professional Division’s Industry
Icons Series. And the momentum
keeps building.
In February, the most recent Icons
event brought a series record of 180
enthusiastic attendees – 110 of them
new to Federation - to Zinman
Hall. They enjoyed cocktails and a
“Business of Sports” panel featuring
Cliff Viner, General Partner & CEO
of the Florida Panthers; Adam
Zissman, General Counsel for the
Miami Dolphins; and Joe Girvan,
ESPN Sports Anchor. They also
learned how B&P is good for
Leon cooperman
business as well as the community,
as Norman Jacobson, one of the
most generous members of our
community and a highly successful
entrepreneur in the pharmaceutical
industry, also shared his journey to
philanthropy.
Leon Cooperman, a Forbes 400
Member, Founder of Omega
Advisors, Inc. and Former Chairman
and CEO of Goldman Sachs Asset
Management, kicked off the series
at a November breakfast. He was
followed in December by Bob
Diener, founder of hotels.com and
president & founder of getaroom.
com. The momentum continues
with the next Industry Icon at 8:00
a.m. on March 20th in Zinman Hall
with Larry Feldman, CEO of Subway
Development Corporation.
Ken Lebersfeld, Herman Lebersfeld, Leon cooperman,
adele Lebersfeld, Eric Lebersfeld
Bob Marton
Co-chair, B&P
Keep up-to-date with
information regarding B&P
like us on facebook
facebook.com/JFSPBCBusiness
connect with us on linkedin
jewishboca.org/bp/linkedin
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Jeremy paul, Rob gerstein, Joshua Friedman, Jeff Shavitz
Bob Diener
business & professional Division (B&P)
Please welcome
our newest
Cabinet members:
Mark Berkowitz
Mark J. Berkowitz P A.
Lauren A. Cohen
Business Plans by the
Write Professionals
Zev Herman
Superior Lighting
Phillip Rich, Coach Howard Schnellenberger
Bob Marton, Norman Jacobson, Cliff Viner, Adam Zissman,
Joe Girvan, Gary Lesser
Ken Lebersfeld
Capitol Lighting
Becky Lightman
Credit Suisse
Securities (USA) LLC
Richard Paul
The Limited Brands
(Retired)
Howard Silverstein
Choice Employee Benefits
Group LLC
Seth Turnoff, BIBBY Financial Services; Adam Zissman; Marcus
Ferrari, BIBBY; Cliff Viner; Charles Wolowitz, BIBBY
Ralph Behmoiras, Boca Raton Observer;
Rob Siemens; Craig Zeuner
Jared Strasser
Morgan Stanley
Wealth Management
Marc Strasser
Morgan Stanley
Wealth Management
Also please note
this correction to
our previous listing:
Jason Brodie, Joshua Friedman, Dori Eden, Dr. Steven Grabelsky,
Greg Gefen, Rob Gerstein (some of the B&P Cabinet Members)
Gregory Gefen
Law Offices of
Gregory Gefen PA &
Gefen Asset Management Financial Advisors
Brad Gucciardo, Scott Hirsch
INDUSTRY ICON EVENT
March 20, 2013 • 8 a.m.
Larry Feldman, CEO, Subway
Federation Campus, Zinman Hall
B&P closing event
Save the Date
May 6, 2013
Chairs: Bob Marton & Gary Lesser
To Register, visit www.jewishboca.org/icon
For more information, contact Sonni Simon at 561.852.3128 or sonnis@bocafed.org
B&P Icon Events are generously sponsored by:
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Anne & Norman
Jacobson Jewish
Community Foundation
Ensuring the Future of Our
Jewish Community and People
The 2013 season at the Jacobson
Jewish Community Foundation (JJCF)
is moving forward with great success!
The launch of our Endowment
Campaign is off to a wonderful start
with the announcement of our first
$1 million endowment by Marilyn
and Stan Barry! We have total new
commitments of over $2,500,000 in
cash and anticipated dollars, including
ten new Lion of Judah Endowments
(LOJE).
In February, we heard from David
Brief, Chief Investment Officer of the
Greater Metro Chicago Federation, in
which our JJCF assets are invested.
Our partnership continues to be
beneficial, providing sound and
prudent returns on these investments.
Please note that the IRA qualified
charitable rollover has been
extended through 2013. Read more
on page 49 about this important
opportunity for those ages 70 and
older. You’ll also enjoy reading
about PAC activities, Create a
Jewish Legacy and Education Fund
success stories, and kvelling over
Rich Steinberg and Roxane Lipton’s
much-deserved forthcoming honors.
B’Shalom,
David Pratt
Chair
Elyssa Kupferberg
Vice Chair
Richard Steinberg
Vice Chair
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Keeping
Promise:
the
Marilyn & Stan Barry Invest In
Our Jewish Future With $1 Million Endowment
When Marilyn Barry found a Lion pin among her
mother’s effects, she didn’t know what it symbolized.
Now a proud Emerald Lion, Marilyn is making sure the
family tradition continues; in a beautiful moment, she
pinned her granddaughter Melissa at the recent Lion of
Judah Luncheon.
M
arilyn and Stan, her high school sweetheart and husband
of 55 years, have now embraced their larger Jewish
family with a legacy as well. With their characteristic
vision, compassion and generosity, they’ve stepped up with an endowment
gift that will care for those in need, strengthen Jewish identity and ensure
that our community is there in times of crisis – forever.
“Marilyn and Stan’s vision and generosity have truly
launched our Promises Kept Campaign with their $1
million planned gift. Passionate about investing in
the future of our community, they trust the JJCF as its
steward to use these funds wisely for pressing needs in
the years and generations to come.”
-Matthew C. Levin, President & CEO,
Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County
Stan explains that their philanthropy really began after moving to Boca Raton
in 2000. He took a lesson from Marilyn’s father, “a quiet philanthropist
later in life, who learned from friends involved in Jewish causes.” For Stan, a
real estate developer and investor, those friends were Linda and Ivan Gefen,
who led him to the board of Ruth Rales Jewish Family Service, where he
was “powerfully drawn to help seniors and others in need.”
Since then, they’ve made many philanthropic friends. Marilyn enjoys the
Lion sisterhood’s camaraderie, and co-chaired this year’s luncheon. On
the JJCF board, Stan appreciates “people working together with common
vision for the good of our community and our people.”
Their generosity has extended to causes including Café Europa for
Holocaust survivors, March of the Living and Donna Klein Jewish
Academy scholarships and, after a compelling Federation mission, the
Cuban Jewish community. As Marilyn says, “There are so many areas of
Jewish need and we want to help all our people. These are not competing
causes; they come together at the Federation, where we can support them
all. It feels so good to know we’ll be perpetuating wonderful programs we
care about.”
“I knew how much Marilyn and Stan wanted to help our community
into the future,” said Ivan Gefen, who helped his friends create their
endowment. “Through an insurance policy they were able to substantially
leverage their gift while retaining their yearly tax deduction. It was a true
pleasure to help them achieve their charitable goals.”
WHaT
PROMISE
WiLL YOu maKE TO
FuTuRE gEnERaTiOnS?
The Jacobson Jewish Community Foundation
is here to help fulfill your promise that there
will always be a strong and thriving Jewish
community and people.
Learn about the easy ways you can keep
your promise, l’dor v’dor, from generation
to generation. Please consult with your
trusted financial advisor or a member of our
Foundation’s professional team at 561.852.3342.
“Our insurance policy isn’t burdensome and there’s no reason, for people
who are able, not to help their own community,” adds Stan. “Let this be a
stepping stone for others to ensure the Jewish future with JJCF through the
financial options that work best for them.”
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professionAl AdvisorY committee
Mitzvah Society
ocktail
eception
C
R
MITZVAH SOCIETY HONOREE
RICHARD STEINBERG
Richard D. Steinberg, CFA is the President and Chief Investment Officer of
Steinberg Global Asset Management, Ltd., a registered investment advisor.
Steinberg Global actively manages approximately $500 million of assets for
private clients, retirement plans, corporations, foundations, profit sharing plans
and pension accounts. Richard is a frequent guest on CNBC’s Squawk Box and PBS’ Nightly Business Report.
He is often quoted by the Wall Street Journal, Barron’s, Business Week, Bloomberg, and other national press
publications. Richard is a Chartered Financial Analyst and a graduate of Emory University. He serves on the
Governance Committee for the Professional Advisory Committee (PAC) for the Jewish Federation of South
Palm Beach County. Additionally, Rich serves as Vice Chair for the Jacobson Jewish Community Foundation of
South Palm Beach County and is its Investment Committee Chair. Richard lives in Boca Raton, Florida with his
wife, Naomi, and their children, Alana and Jack. Richard is an avid wine collector.
DATE:
TIME:
LOCATION:
HONORING:
CO-CHAIRS:
COUVERT:
Tuesday, March 19, 2013
6:00 p.m.
St. Andrews Country Club
17557 Claridge Oval West,Boca Raton
Richard D. Steinberg, CFA
David Pratt, Esq. and Kenneth Pritzker
$50 per person
RSVP to micheleb@bocafed.org or
www.jewishboca.org/mitzvahsociety
The Mitzvah Society
Cocktail Reception is
generously sponsored by
Matthew J. Kutcher, CFP
TUESDAY, MAY 21, 2013 • 5 P.M.
WOODFIELD COUNTRY CLUB
FEATURED SPEAKER
DONALD O. JANSEN
pAC mIssIOn TO IsRAEl
ApRIl 20-28
Join the Professional Advisory Committee of the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach
County for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. You will be infused with culture, history
and hospitality of our homeland and gain a deeper appreciation for the work we do as
community leaders. We will embark as colleagues and friends and return as a unified
family dedicated to creating a brighter Jewish future.
mission highlights Include:*
• Caesarea
• Tour & Shopping in Safed
• ATV rides through the Golan Heights
• Yad Vashem
• Masada and so much more!
* Itinerary subject to change
For more information,
call Ida novack at 561.852.3342 or email idan@bocafed.org.
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Senior Tax Counsel,
University of Texas
System Office of General Counsel
CHAIRS:
Brian Singer, CLU, ChFC & Eliot Popper
To RSVP, visit
jewishboca.org/pacseminar
For more information, contact Michele Becker at
561.852.3173 or micheleb@bocafed.org
Brighten the Future of
Local Jewish College
Students with JJCF
Though they’d never
met, for four years,
Michael Lipton had
been kvelling over FAU
student Martin Volinsky’s
academic progress and
active commitment to
our Jewish community.
Despite consistently holding a job, living at home and
receiving a Florida Bright Futures scholarship, as a freshman
Volinsky was already having trouble making ends meet. He
approached the Jacobson Jewish Community Foundation’s
Grants/Scholarship Committee, chaired by Lipton, which
allocated vital support for tuition and books until Volinsky’s
joyous December 2012 graduation with a BS in Economics.
“With costs of undergraduate education skyrocketing,
family resources stretched farther, and jobs for students
scarce, more local young people are encountering significant
obstacles in paying for higher education,” said Lipton. “The
value of education to our people has been important to our
very survival. While JJCF already had several donor-advised
scholarship funds, we formed our General Fund that accepts
tax-deductible donations in any increment to give more
South Palm Beach County Jewish students in real need a
fair chance for a brighter future. What a wonderful gift of
tzedakah in memory of someone who valued education or in
honor of a graduation, a Bar or Bat Mitzvah.”
The Fund’s comprehensive scholarship criteria include keeping
up a minimum grade point average and community service
hours within the Jewish community – both of which Martin
far exceeds as a serious student who long ago incorporated
regular Jewish volunteerism into his life, including DKJA, Hillel
at FAU, March of the Living, Super Sundays and AEPi, which he
credits for building on his passion to give back to the Jewish
people. Most recently, he helped found GenZ which brings
Holocaust and bullying awareness and information to a new
generation through social media.
IRA Charitable
Distributions Extended
through 2013
The American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 passed at
year end includes several tax and estate extensions
through the entire year of 2013.
• Qualified Conservation Contributions: The
deduction limitation of 30 percent of the donor’s
contribution base is increased to 50 percent of the
donor’s contribution base over the amount of other
charitable contributions.
• IRA Rollovers to Charitable Organizations:
Taxpayers age 70 1/2 or older can donate up to
$100,000 from Roth or traditional IRAs to certain
charitable organizations without including the
amount of their IRA withdrawals in gross income.
Taxpayers can make a rollover throughout the year
of 2013. This provision allows for distributions
directly to charitable organizations, but NOT to
“Donor Advised Funds”
• Although the bill does not include a cap or any
other direct limitation on charitable deductions, it
does reinstate a limitation on itemized deductions
for individuals with incomes over $250,000 and
married couples filing joint returns with incomes
over $300,000.
Please contact your personal legal, estate planning,
financial or tax professionals for advice about how
these provisions may affect your individual situation.
For further information about the Jacobson Jewish
Community Foundation and its resources, including the
Professional Advisory Committee, contact Steve Rose,
Foundation Director at 561.852.3114 or stever@bocafed.org.
All conversations will be confidential.
“If half our scholarship recipients are this committed, we’re
going to be in good hands,” said Lipton. “An investment
in Martin’s education has been an investment in Jewish
continuity. The young people involved here in Jewish life are
enhancing our community and will give back wherever their
adulthood takes them.”
For more information about the JJCF Scholarship Funds,
email micheleb@bocafed.org or call 561.852.3173.
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Create a Jewish Legacy Prepares Our Community for the Future
as JJCF Community Partners Begin to Build their Endowments
A
fter laying the groundwork last year, our Jacobson
Jewish Community Foundation’s truly innovative
community-building Create a Jewish Legacy initiative
has begun to bear fruit. Our fifteen CJL agency, synagogue and
school partners have been putting their ongoing training and
HILLEL OF BROWARD
AND PALM BEACH
At Hillel of Broward and Palm Beach, we are
thrilled to have closed our first Legacy gift.
A donor who has chosen to remain anonymous has made a wise and
wonderful investment in the future of our Jewish community and our
people by supporting our work at regional colleges and universities:
to enrich the lives of Jewish undergraduate and graduate students so
they may enrich the Jewish people and the world; and to see that every
Jewish student is inspired to make an enduring commitment to Jewish
life, learning and Israel.
customized materials to use. Educating and approaching their
constituents to make a major impact for generations to come
through planned giving, their efforts are becoming successful in
inspiring investments for our community’s future. Here are two
examples of these exciting developments.
B’NAI TORAH CONGREGATION
At this year’s High Holy Day services, B’nai Torah
Congregation honored five Ner Tamid Society
families, each with a minimum bequest gift of
$100,000, and an additional two families who
have stepped forward with legacy giving through
charitable remainder trusts and charitable gift annuities.
Afterward, two additional families approached the synagogue’s
leadership, contemplating their own legacy giving. One has moved
forward with a gift through a life insurance policy, and another is
considering leaving a bequest in her will.
After several conversations and a terrific face-to-face meeting we have a
firm commitment for a generous annual gift for the rest of the donor’s
life, and a $100,000 Legacy Gift to be enacted upon the donor’s
passing. This donor is now also reaching out to contacts about similar
gifts to Hillel. We are excited about this and other promising prospects.
B’nai Torah Congregation is so grateful for the Create A Jewish Legacy
training. We are confident that the entire Jewish community will
benefit from this extremely important initiative as together we Create
Strong Jewish Legacies.
Thank you to Create a Jewish Legacy for providing the encouragement
to actively seek these kinds of gifts and for giving us the knowledge and
confidence to understand how to proceed.
For more information about becoming a partner, contact
Michele Becker, Create a Jewish Legacy Coordinator at
561.852.3173 or micheleb@bocafed.org.
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Profile ofG iving:
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ROXANE FRECHIE LIPTON
en years ago, Roxane Frechie Lipton gathered a small group of women
together at her home to discuss an idea. That idea took root in the
community and today its branches extend far beyond Roxane’s living
room, making a difference around the world. The idea, of course, was to launch
the Jewish Women’s Foundation of South Palm Beach County, with a mission to
improve the lives of Jewish women and children through strategic and effective
grant making.
Over the past 10 years, JWF has helped break the cycle of child abuse and domestic
violence in Israel, provided job training for Ethiopian women enabling them to better
care for their families, and funded important educational initiatives for teenage
girls in South Palm Beach County, deepening their knowledge of Judaism and
Jewish culture. And that’s just the beginning. Since the organization’s first trustees
sat down on Roxane’s couch 10 years ago, the group has made grants totaling
nearly half a million dollars through 2012! JWF has also empowered women in our
community through the opportunity to be hands-on philanthropists and support
causes they care passionately about – in South Florida and around the world.
“We can attribute the success of JWF in South Palm Beach County to
Roxane’s philanthropic expertise, strong leadership and determination,” says
JWF Chair Mara Reuben. “Roxane is an outstanding role model and example
of excellence in women’s philanthropy. She has been a passionate visionary
for our Jewish Women’s Foundation.”
Q: What motivated you to launch the Jewish Women’s Foundation of South Palm Beach
County?
RFL: When i came down here [Roxane moved to Boca Raton from new York city in 1993],
i didn’t play golf, i didn’t play cards. i needed something to do! i got involved in the
Jewish Federation of South palm Beach county and worked my way up the ranks there.
i have a psychology background so getting involved in the Jewish Women’s Foundation
was a perfect fit. i thought it was a wonderful concept and a way to engage women who
had never been involved in philanthropy.
Q: What made JWF different from existing Federation programs?
RFL: Women loved the idea of being able to give to other women and to children. it was
very exciting. We review the grants and, as a group, decide where our dollars are going
to go. it is difficult because there are so many worthy groups out there that need money.
We’re not just dealing with organizations in our own community; we’re dealing with
organizations internationally as well.
Q: In addition to studying and mastering the intricacies of the grant-making process,
what have you learned through your involvement in JWF over the past 10 years?
RFL: i think what’s interesting is that women are facing similar problems all over the world. a
woman in the former Soviet union is facing the same issues that women in israel, Boca Raton,
and around the world are facing - health issues, mental health issues, abuse, etc.
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Jewish communitY relAtions council
jCrCs Brief leGislators Before 2013 session
The Jewish Community
Relations Council of the
Jewish Federation of South
Palm Beach County once
again joined with the JCRC
of Palm Beach County in
hosting the annual Legislative
Sendoff, on January 29, 2013.
State Rep. irv Slosberg, State Senator
The group of approximately
Kevin Rader, State Rep. Bill Hager
45 included State Senators &
Representatives, staff from
state & federal government
officials’ offices, and leaders of
JCRCs & beneficiary agencies.
In a productive morning at the
Weisman Delray Community
Center of Ruth Rales Jewish
Family Service, they explored
JcRc member Joe Blumenthal,
our area’s human needs and
State Rep. mark pafford
concerns in preparation for
the 2013 Florida legislative
session.
State Senators Kevin Rader
and Maria Sachs, and State
Representatives Joseph
Stuart Silver, Esq., Vp community
Abruzzo, Bill Hager, Mark
planning & JcRc Director SpBc;
Jonathan gilbert, JcRc chair pBc; Luis Pafford and Irv Slosberg
Fleischmann, JcRc Executive Director, participated in the program.
pBc; State Rep. Joseph abruzzo
Staff from many of their
offices as well as from the offices of U.S. Senator Bill Nelson,
Members of Congress Ted Deutch & Alcee Hastings, and State
Representatives Lori Berman & Dave Kerner also attended.
The economic needs were
highlighted by presentations
from three beneficiary agencies,
including JARC and Ruth Rales
Jewish Family Service that serve
South Palm Beach County.
JARC Executive Director Dr.
Debra Hallow and JFS President
State Senator maria Sachs;
& CEO Danielle Hartman were
Lawrence Victoria, Office
accompanied by clients whose
of Rep. Slosberg
situations powerfully brought home
how much is at stake amid current
and impending shortfalls in funding
for vital human services. Stuart
Silver, Esq., V.P. of Community
Planning and JCRC Director,
reminded the elected officials of
the continued need to help fund
Federation Transportation Service, JcRc member Jon Sahn,
michelle mcgovern (Office
which provides door-to-door
of uS Senator Bill nelson)
service for seniors and persons
with disabilities. With reduced state funding this year, the
program is currently operating at a deficit.
The legislators shared their appreciation with the JCRCs
and presenters for substantially helping them advocate
with their colleagues in Tallahassee on behalf of our
community. Acknowledging the needs in our community,
they expressed their commitment to representing Palm
Beach County in budget considerations. They also discussed
a legislative resolution honoring the 65th anniversary of
the State of Israel, as well as further strengthening Florida’s
sanctions against financial ties with the Iran regime.
jewish fooD stamp ChallenGe: jCrC anD jfs unite to
fiGht aGainst hunGer
Some local residents concerned about hunger drastically changed the way they ate
for a week when the JCRC, in partnership with Ruth Rales Jewish Family Service,
endorsed the national Jewish Community Food Stamp Challenge. To raise awareness
of and help address local hunger, they committed to live on the weekly $31.50
grocery budget of the average food stamp recipient. They personally experienced
the challenges faced by individuals and families throughout the country on a daily
basis. Community members also made contributions to the Jacobson Family Food
Pantry at JFS in multiples of $31.50 in observance of the Challenge.
“Experiencing what others go through on a daily basis gives us a better
appreciation and understanding and helps us to be more compassionate in our
work,” said Danielle Hartman, JFS President & CEO, who took the challenge herself.
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February is Jewish Disability Awareness Month
and National Inclusion Month
The Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County’s Department of
Special Needs is proud of the role it plays as facilitator with community
partners who provide programs and services to benefit residents with
disabilities in our community.
The Department of Special Needs supports existing community
resources, and collaborates with families, agencies, congregations, and
schools to obtain and enhance services for children and adults with
disabilities. The Department also offers its expertise and training to
assist these community partners and their constituents in securing
the knowledge they need to become better advocates. For more
information, visit www.jewishboca.org/specialneeds
Among these community partners are:
Jewish Association for Residential Care (JARC)
www.jarcfl.org
Ruth Rales Jewish Family Service (JFS)
www.ruthralesjfs.org
Adolph and Rose Levis Jewish Community Center (JCC)
www.levisjcc.org/landing-pages/special-needs
Donna Klein Jewish Academy (DKJA)
www.dkja.org
Hillel Day School of Boca Raton
www.hilleldayschool.org
Torah Academy of Boca Raton
www.torahacademybr.org
Weinbaum Yeshiva High School
www.wyhs.net
Jewish Education
TEACHING Israel: a Timely Topic at Congregational
SCHOOL Educators Conference
The topic for this year’s fall professional development conference was Israel
Learning and Engagement Through Diverse Lenses. 73 teachers of grades K-12
at local synagogue schools gathered together with expert trainers from the
iCenter to learn how to incorporate cutting edge resources to teach Israel.
The iCenter, which works to advance high-quality, meaningful and innovative
Israel education throughout all grade levels was founded by the Schusterman
and Jim Joseph Foundations as a hub and catalyst for building, shaping
and supporting the field. The afternoon included an interactive, multimedia
presentation followed by grade level breakouts for teachers on applying their
new learning and perspectives.
Participants included educators from six local synagogues: B’nai Torah
Congregation, Congregation Beth Adam, Congregation B’nai Israel,
Congregation Shaarei Kodesh, Temple Beth El and Temple Sinai. The
conference was coordinated by the Department of School Educational Services
of the Department of Jewish Education, Jewish Federation of South Palm
Beach County.
JerusalemOnlineU.ORG Helps
Community Step Up for Israel
The Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County is proud to announce
a renewal of our strategic partnership with JerusalemOnlineU.org, pioneers
of Israel education and advocacy. Step Up For Israel is a 5-part film-based
curriculum that effectively and concisely explains modern Israeli history, the
contributions Israel makes to the world, Israel’s democratic values, how Israel
is portrayed in the media, what’s being done to malign Israel on college
campus and how to effectively make the case for Israel. A moderator’s
guide accompanies the 20-45 minute films, which feature speakers like Step
Up For Israel chairs Alan Dershowitz and Dore Gold, and combines expert
analysis with relevant footage and examples of the topics. Step Up For
Israel is effectively geared for high-school ages through adults. For more
information, email kristylo@bocafed.org or call 561.852.3229.
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Yasher Koach to Our
Jewish Education Awardees
The 2012 National
Grinspoon-Steinhardt
Award was presented to
Jill Spielman Shoshany,
Judaic Studies Curriculum
Integration Specialist for
the Claire and Emanuel G.
Rosenblatt High School
at Donna Klein Jewish
Academy, for her exceptional achievement in
local Jewish day school education. Her stipend of
$1,000 from the Grinspoon-Steinhardt Foundation
was matched locally to support her professional
development. Caption: Jill Spielman Shoshany; Rabbi
Tzvi Berkson, DKJA Principal of Middle School & High
School Judaics; Ashton Krawitz (DKJA ’11)
Tracey Grossman, a
teacher at Maimonides
Institute for Jewish
learning of Temple Beth
El in Boca Raton received
this year’s $500 Gerald
Legow “Outstanding
Achievement in Jewish
Education” (OAJE)
Recognition Award.
Caption: Robin Eisenberg, TBE Director of
Jewish Learning and Living; Tracey Grossman
Jewish Education
Kristallnacht Film Forum Honors Rabbis
Who Marched with Our Teens
Featuring another powerful, poignant multiaward-winning film, on November 11, 2012,
the 11th Annual Kristallnacht Film Forum
(KFF) honored the twelve rabbis who have
accompanied our teens on the March of the
Living over the years. Presented annually by
the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach
County and the March of the Living, the Forum Jack Rosenbaum with Shirley Weisman, Alyson Langley
and Barton Weisman dedicating 2012 March alum Robyn
commemorates Kristallnacht, which many
Langley’s MOL inspired sculpture in the Holocaust Pavilion
consider the true beginning of the Holocaust,
and raises dollars to enable local high school
students to join the March. This year’s event,
chaired by Shayna Chazin, raised $40,000.
“Nicky’s Family” tells the nearly forgotten
story of Nicholas Winton, an Englishman who
organized the rescue of 669 Czech and Slovak
children just before the outbreak of World War Matt Vogel, 2011 March alum, gave a dvar Torah inspired by
his March experiences
II. The film was viewed and discussed by 700
people during two screenings in Zinman
Hall on the Federation campus. Rebekah
Israel, daughter of Ben Abeles, one of the
children saved by Winton, shared the story
of her father and his accomplishments
Deborah Rudmann,
local MOL Co-chair
Shayna Chazin, KFF Chair
Between the screenings, the rabbis were
honored among 150 March of the Living donors
Rosette Goldstein, Tina Beale, Gil Goldstein, Honorees Rabbis Josh Broide, David Englander
at a reception in the Federation’s Lester and
and David Steinhardt
Jack Rosenbaum at the Donor Reception
Sally Entin Holocaust Pavilion. From Orthodox,
Reform and Conservative movements, the
honorees were Rabbis Richard Agler, Marci
Bloch, Kenneth Brander, Joshua Broide, David
Englander, Joshua Fass, Ted Feldman, Efrem
Goldberg, Daniel Levin, Robert Silvers, Merle
Silver and David Steinhardt. Matthew Vogel
delivered a d’var Torah inspired by his 2011
March experience with mentors Rabbis Broide
Nine of the 57 students from South Palm Beach County who will be marching in 2013
and Levin. The reception also unveiled the
permanent installation of “Always Survive,” a
sculpture created by 2012 alum Robin Langley
on her return from the March.
For more information on the March of the Living, visit
www.molsouth.org or contact jackr@bocafed.org or
561.852.6045.
Stuart Silver, Honoree Rabbi
Robert Silvers
700 people saw the film; here, Rebekah Israel shares
about her father, Ben Abeles, one of “Nicky’s Family”
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LOCAL BENEFICIARY AGENCIES
ADOLPH & ROSE LEVIS JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER (JCC)
561.852.3200 • www.levisjcc.org
Founded in 1983 by Adolph & Rose Levis, the Levis Jewish Community Center has
been a cornerstone of the South Palm Beach County community for 30 years. It
provides a broad range of enriching programs and services for individuals of all
ages and abilities to meet the diverse needs of members, the Jewish community and
the community-at-large. All are invited to join, as the Levis JCC celebrates its 30th
anniversary!
This fall, the Levis JCC began several exciting projects and programs. A renovation
of the Sports & Wellness building created an updated and refreshed group exercise
studio, spinning room and fitness center. In this vibrant, inviting space, members can
enjoy quality classes, instructors, personal trainers and equipment. The Levis JCC
also introduced the new Levis JCC Sandler Center Arts and Learning Membership,
which offers members discounts on numerous programs, events, courses and lectures
all designed to enrich the intellect, the spirit and the soul.
The Levis JCC promotes and enhances Jewish culture, heritage and values through
educational, spiritual, social, wellness and recreational programs for individuals of all
ages. With a preschool, summer camp, family activities, athletics, cultural arts, adult
enrichment and special needs programming, as well as one of “Boca’s Best” thrift shops,
the Levis JCC offers something for everyone. All are invited to get fit, volunteer their time
and work to achieve their goals in 2013.
DONNA KLEIN JEWISH ACADEMY (DKJA)
561.852.3300 • www.dkja.org
DKJA to Expand Shomrei HaAdamah Project through Funding from
RAVSAK – The Jewish Community Day School Network
What a difference a few months makes! Since the first seedlings were planted in
Donna Klein Jewish Academy’s Shomrei HaAdamah (Guardians of the Earth) Garden
early this fall, the project has come into full bloom. Curriculum integration for both
Judaic and general studies is blossoming. Students have the opportunity for countless
hands-on learning projects that involve everything from technology utilizing QR (Quick
Response) codes, to recycling and sustainability initiatives.
DKJA is proud to announce that it has been awarded $1,500 in funding from RAVSAK
- the Jewish Community Day School Network and Project SuLaM (Study-LeadershipMentoring) for the enhancement of Jewish curriculum supporting the program. DKJA
has participated in every cohort of Project SuLaM since its inception, the most recent
of which includes Cohort IV members Principal of Lower School Hilary Arenstein,
Director of Communications Jane Neubauer Black, High School Dean of Student
Affairs Jill Spielman Shoshany, and Principal of High School Helena Levine. They
collaboratively were awarded the funding to expand the textual study aspect of the
Shomrei HaAdamah project.
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LOCAL BENEFICIARY AGENCIES
JEWISH ASSOCIATION FOR RESIDENTIAL CARE (JARC)
561.558.2550 • www.jarcfl.org
A Dog’s Day Afternoon
The Jewish Association for Residential Care, a non-sectarian organization, provides
group homes, apartments and vocational training for adults with developmental
disabilities. JARC strives to assist each individual in becoming all he or she is capable
of being and encourages this growth in a caring, nurturing environment. It is JARC’s
mission, in partnership with clients’ families, to promote independence, dignity and selfrespect in order to create more fulfilling lives.
On January 3, 2013 JARC held its annual Olympics Awards Ceremony. The more than 120
participants made up the largest turnout in JARC history for the Olympic Games. The
clients participated in outdoor activities such as football toss, soccer kick, and 25/50
yard dash. For those preferring indoor activities, trivia, checkers and ping-pong were
available for competition. Awards went to “Best Sportsmanship,” “Best Attitude,” and
“Most Improved.” JARC’s Rales Campus won the big trophy for “The Best Team” award.
With February designated as Jewish Disabilities Awareness Month, JARC’s service dog
Noah hosted a Sweethearts Day Party. Clients, employees and friends were invited to
bring their pets to JARC for a day of puppy love! In lieu of gifts, attendees were asked
to bring a toy that could be donated to the Tri-County Humane Society. Interaction with
pets helps people feel better - emotionally and physically. Pets can be both a source of
calmness and relaxation, as well as a source of stimulation for the brain and body.
RUTH RALES JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE (JFS)
561.852.3333 • www.ruthralesjfs.org
$1M Gift Names the “Jacobson Family Food Pantry at JFS”
Ruth Rales Jewish Family Service has been committed to enhancing and improving the
quality of life for all members of the community since 1979. JFS offers help, hope and
humanity through a comprehensive range of programs and services which support people
of all ages and beliefs. With locations in Boca Raton and Delray Beach, JFS offers food and
financial assistance, senior services and youth mentoring, counseling and mental health
services and many volunteer opportunities.
Ruth Rales Jewish Family Service is pleased to announce a new $1 million gift for the
“Jacobson Family Food Pantry at JFS.” Anne and Norman Jacobson’s gift has coincided
with the opening of the new food pantry located at 430 S. Congress Ave. in Delray
Beach. The Jacobsons have explained that their gift was motivated by “the tremendous
increases in the number of our neighbors who need help with day to day sustenance, and
in the continually rising number of requests to the Food Pantry at JFS.” They wanted “to
ensure that those who must depend on a pantry can continue to obtain their essential
nourishment and maintain their dignity.”
The naming and opening were celebrated at the pantry at a Grand Opening on the evening
of November 29, 2012. The funds for the expansion were provided by the Oscar and Ray
Merber (z’l) Trust. Marilyn Ripen, the Merbers’ niece was present at the Grand Opening to
honor their memory. It was a night to be grateful for the generosity and caring for those
with food insecurity in our community.
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LOCAL BENEFICIARY AGENCIES
BBYO GOLD COAST REGION • 954.252.1912 • www.goldcoastbbyo.org
BBY0 - Gold Coast Region just finished its annual new member retreat/leadership training
conference, and is proud to report that more than 150 teens from across Broward and Palm Beach
Counties – including 55 from the South Palm Beach County area - participated in this convention,
which focused on leadership training and development. They are looking forward to continuing
amazing growth through the rest of the 2012-13 program year.
HILLEL DAY SCHOOL OF BOCA RATON • 561.470.5000 • www.hilleldayschool.org
Camp Ruach to Open This Summer Hillel Day School of Boca Raton is a modern Orthodox Jewish Day School
committed to excellence in Torah and secular studies. The school is pleased to announce the opening of Camp
Ruach, a brand new summer camp to be housed on the 15-acre Milton B. Katz campus starting in June 2013.
Camp Ruach will offer many of the wonderful activities that Hillel students participate in throughout the year
such as davening, learning, sports, art, music, science and much more. The camp will also utilize the brand new
Aunt Jessie’s playground, a 15,000 square foot playground boasting a water-play area, two basketball courts,
bike paths, and a variety of other interactive and fun activities. Camp will run from June 17-August 8 and is open
to the entire community. Hillel Day School provides over $1.5 million in scholarships to families in need.
HILLEL OF BROWARD AND PALM BEACH • 561.297.4100 • www.hillelcenter.org
Forty Hillel of Broward and Palm Beach students recently returned from a four-day cruise to Cozumel,
Mexico. This trip was no ordinary vacation on the high seas, but a college “Alternative Break” program
mixing travel with community service projects. Hillel students spent all semester collecting clothing,
household items and school supplies to take with. On arrival, they visited needy families in a local
community center where they interacted with the children and parents and distributed their collected
goods to delighted recipients. They also cleared the grounds at a campsite and helped to beautify the
area. Both projects were arranged with help from the local Chabad rabbi. Students also visited Chabad
where they ate lunch, learned with the Rabbi and sang together. In addition, the students celebrated
Shabbat and Hanukkah on the ship. They returned to campus filled with excitement and eager to share
their commitment to community service and tikkun olam with other students.
Torah Academy of Boca Raton
Torah Academy Expands Its Borders Torah Academy opened its doors this school year with the addition
of a new campus! The original or Northern Campus is home to the Elementary School and vibrant, new
Girl’s Middle School, while the Southern Campus (just 300 yards up the block!) houses the Pre-School and
Boy’s Middle School Division. With 62 new students joining TABR’s roster for the 2012-2013 school year, for
a total of 252 students, the new campus is a welcomed blessing. The new facility houses two independent
buildings. The dedicated Preschool building contains all of the bells and whistles including spacious,
canopied playgrounds, lovely garden areas and large, open classrooms. The second building houses the
school’s bustling, Beis Medrash, the Boy’s Middle School headquarters and the school’s financial offices.
Torah Academy’s mission to instill Torah values and Jewish unity via a challenging, cutting edge educational
curriculum is being achieved in more spacious and comfortable surroundings this year.
WEINBAUM YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL (WYHS)
Weinbaum Yeshiva High School inspires 260 students to make a life-long commitment to Jewish values,
learning and observance through the prism of Torah, within an excellent college and yeshiva preparatory
program. In addition to a full academic schedule, extra-curricular activities are a main focus. Each holiday on
the Jewish calendar is meaningfully celebrated or commemorated, and Each Rosh Chodesh (beginning of the
Hebrew month) is welcomed with a special program. Holidays like Chanukah, Purim and Yom HaAtzmaut
feature festive dancing and special foods. A true yearly highlight is the two-day Color War when students
participate in various competitions (art, sports, song) and display incredible school spirit. Another major extracurricular area is athletics. Well over half of the WYHS student population participates in one of 12 athletics
teams, all part of the FHSAA (Florida High School Athletic Association). In addition to physical fitness and the
important of being in shape, these WYHS students learn important values of team work.
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Synagogue Updates
B’NAI TORAH CONGREGATION (C)
6261 SW 18th Street, Boca Raton • 561.392.8566 • www.bnai-torah.org
Holiday University 2012
B’nai Torah Congregation’s 20th Anniversary Concert Series was a smashing success. In
keeping with tradition, the synagogue has maintained their concert themes and events in
harmony and sync with their mission statement, especially the promotion of Jewish art
and in particular the awareness of Jewish music. The 2013 series has offered a cornucopia
of riches through an eclectic mix of local and international talent, for an array of exciting
experiences.
Boca Jewish Center/Shaaray Tefilla (O)
21065 Powerline Road, Boca Raton • 561-477-8872 • www.bjcst.org
Boca Jewish Center/Shaaray Tefilla welcomes Jews of all levels of observance to daven,
learn, attend services, and enjoy 4-6 monthly activities and events from Torah study
to cooking demonstrations. Rabbi Yaakov Gibber offers daily and weekly classes, oneon-one learning and spiritual guidance. The dynamic Sisterhood has doubled its size
in the last year. A vibrant Youth Program extends from Bugle Babies to teens earning
community service hours - all in a warm and supportive Jewish environment.
BOCA RATON SYNAGOGUE (O)
7900 Montoya Circle, Boca Raton • 561.394.0394 • www.brsonline.org
Designed specifically for the novice worshiper, Friday Night Live takes place every Friday
night at 6:00pm at Boca Raton Synagogue. These free explanatory prayer services are
conducted in both Hebrew and English, and provide a comfortable non-judgmental
venue for those with little synagogue experience to participate in traditional synagogue
services. Discussions, questions, and curiosities are encouraged in this “unorthodox,
traditional” service, which has been praised for its widespread appeal and congenial
approach to synagogue education.
CONGREGATION BETH ADAM, South Florida Center for Humanistic Judaism (H)
PO Box 2579, Boca Raton • 561.443.1769 • www.bethadam.com
Congregation Beth Adam was honored by a visit from Rabbi Adam Chalom of Kol Hadash
Humanistic Community in Chicago and the Dean for North America of the International Institute
for Secular Humanistic Judaism. He lectured on From Myth to Fact: Real Jewish History.
Congregation Beth Adam engages speakers with varied topics to enlighten the community. The congregation views these gatherings as a commitment to education in the community. CONGREGATION B’NAI ISRAEL (R)
2200 Yamato Rd., Boca Raton • 561.241.8118 • www.cbiboca.org
All are welcome to a special Shabbat service on the beach during Passover, Friday, March
29th at 6:15 pm in Delray Beach (A1A and Atlantic Avenue). Bring family, friends, and beach
chairs. Metered parking is available, but spots go fast! Greeters will be onsite for directions
to the service and to assist those who cannot carry their own beach chairs. Casual attire,
shorts acceptable. In case of rain, services will be at CBI at 7:30 pm. CONGREGATION SHAAREI KODESH (C)
19785 Hampton Dr., Boca Raton • 561.852.6555 • http://shaareikodesh.org
Congregation Shaarei Kodesh, a conservative synagogue in West Boca, is strengthening
the bonds of its congregational family by introducing a new program, “Sharing Shabbat.”
Congregants will be invited to share a Shabbat meal at the home of a Shaarei Kodesh Board
member along with fellow congregants. The members are looking forward to this special
Shabbat experience
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Synagogue Updates
CONGREGATION SHIRAT SHALOM (R)
PO Box 971142, Boca Raton • 561.488.8079 • www.shiratshalom.org
Each week children of Congregation Shirat Shalom Religious School send Light to those
in need. Students pick where the class will send this Healing Light that comes from
HaShem through their hearts. The childrens favorites are the children and animals without
homes! We at Shirat Shalom understand that it is through our children that “Shirat
Shalom”, “A Song of Peace” will be sung throughout the world! KOL AMI (RC)
2601 St. Andrews Blvd., Boca Raton • 561.392.0696 • www.kolami-bocaraton.org
Palm Beach County’s only Reconstructionist Congregation meets at the Unitarian
Universalist Fellowship building, 2601 St. Andrews Blvd. in Boca Raton. On February
24, Kol Ami presented Helene Aylon, a Jewish, feminist installation artist as well as an
author. Her latest art work, The G-d Project, reexamines sacred texts from a feminist
perspective. Her latest book, Whatever is Contained Must Be Released, is a memoir of her
Jewish orthodox girlhood and her life as a feminist artist. TEMPLE BETH EL OF BOCA RATON (R)
333 SW 4th Ave., Boca Raton; 9800 Yamato Rd., Boca Raton
561.391.8900 • www.tbeboca.org
Early Bird Registration for the Early Childhood Center at TBE Beck Family Campus was
celebrated with a free Open House and Family Fun Day, opened to the community. Families enjoyed the new playground, face-painting, bounce houses and a wild animal
show after touring the beautiful campus. They met with teachers, visited new classes,
sampled enhanced enrichment and saw the full-time child care program for babies starting
at 8 weeks. An exciting day to welcome young families to Temple Beth El!
TEMPLE EMETH (C)
5780 West Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach • 561.498.3536 • www.temple-emeth.org
Temple Emeth has started its Education Program, including: Art Classes with Jerry Ross on
Mondays at 1:30 pm; Beginning and Advanced Hebrew and adult B’nai Mitzvah preparation
with Elaine Glodstein on Tuesdays at 10:00 AM; “Islam and its Myths” with Rabbi Donald
Crain on Wednesdays at 7:30 pm; and Learn Torah with Rabbi Gerald Zellermyer on
Thursdays at 10:00 am.
Temple Sinai (R)
2475 West Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach • 561.276.6161 • http://templesinaipbc.com
The Temple Sinai Choir performed Chanukah concerts this year at four sites: Traditions
in West Palm Beach, Harbour’s Edge, Downtown Delray and Highland Beach. The choir is
under the direction of Cantorial Soloist Margaret Schmitt. The congregation has voted to
have food baskets in lieu of floral baskets on the Bima. Congregants honoring a loved one
who has passed donate money to the Temple. The Temple donates monthly to Kosher
Kitchen and Caring Kitchen.
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pac mitzvah Society Reception &
pac 29th annual Seminar
for professionals
contact: Don Tescher
dtescher@tescherspallina.com
www.tescherspallina.com
TOSHIBA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS
JWF granting Wishes & Super Sunday
contact: Tammy gleason
Email: Tgleason@tbsfl.toshiba
www.tbsfl.toshiba.com
ZEUNER REALTY
Boca pointe
contact: Doris Zeuner
doris@thezeunerteam.com
www.thezeunerteam.com
INTERESTED IN BECOMING A
CORPORATE SPONSOR?
Please contact: Lottie Nilsen at
561.852.3109 or lottien@bocafed.org
or visit jewishboca.org/connect
*listing in alphabetical order by level
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in-Kind sponsors*
$50,000+
$5,000+
BOCA RATON OBSERVER
ATLAS PARTY RENTAL
major gifts Event, Lion of Judah Luncheon,
Just For You Series, B&p industry icon Event,
pomegranate Event & JWF granting Wishes, israel Fest 65
contact: Linda Behmoiras
linda@bocaratonobserver.com
www.bocaratonobserver.com
$15,000+
IVAN & CO JEWELERS
Lion of Judah Luncheon &
Just For You Series
contact: Jane Kurcsinka
jkurcs@aol.com
www.ivancojewelers.com
COMMERCIAL PRINTERS INC.
41 SW 6th St. • Pompano Beach, FL 33060
P (954) 781-3737 • F (954) 785-1951
www.commercialprinters inc.com
$10,000+
COMMERCIAL PRINTERS
chai Life magazine
contact: Larry Lipsitz
larry@cpi2.com
www.commercialprintersinc.com
FLORIDA PANTHERS
Young adult Division Event
contact: mackie Feierstein
feiersteinm@floridapanthers.com
www.floridapanthers.com
major gifts Event, i Heart the 80s Event
& Super Sunday
contact: Heather Rouffe
heather@atlaspartyrental.com
www.atlaspartyrental.com
BOCA RATON MAGAZINE
The Event
contact: Kathleen Ross
Kathleen@bocamag.com
www.bocamag.com
$2,500+
DATAMAN GROUP
Direct marketing Services
contact: Dale Filhaber
dale@datamangroup.com
www.datamangroup.com
L’CHAIM KOSHER VODKA
major gifts Event, The Event
& Young adult Division Events
contact: Ralph mizraji
ralph@groupforcecapital.com
www.lchaimkoshervodka.com
MIAMI DOLPHINS
B&p Vip Stadium Tour, B&p industry icon Event
contact: Kenny Stolberg
kstolberg@dolphins.com *listing in alphabetical
order by level
www.dolphins.com
SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT
Each of our Federation’s 2013 Corporate Partners
is giving back to our community in significant and
meaningful ways, enabling us to continue our mission of
Bny mellon wealth management
BnY mellon Wealth management is among
the nation’s top ten wealth managers, with an
extensive network of offices in the u.S.
and internationally, providing investment
management, wealth and estate planning, and
private banking services to financially successful
individuals & families, their family offices &
marla Weiss Egers,
business enterprises, charitable gift programs,
Elyssa Kupferberg
and endowments & foundations. Visit www.
bnymellonwealthmanagement.com or contact Elyssa Kupferberg at
561.620.2222 or elyssa.kupferberg@bnymellon.com.
Boca raton observer
The Boca Raton Observer is an entertaining and
informative, high-quality magazine dedicated
to the sophisticated, stylish and trend-setting
readers living and working in palm Beach county.
committed to a comprehensive focus on the
community, The Boca Raton Observer celebrates
the people, their homes and businesses, charity and
Ralph & Linda
cultural organizations and the schools and leisure
Behmoiras
activities that comprise the ultimate Boca Raton
lifestyle. Visit www.bocaratonobserver.com or call 561.982.8960.
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Tikkun Olam (repairing the world). With gratitude to all,
here we turn our spotlight on the three companies that fill
our top sponsorship levels:
wells fargo private Bank
Wells Fargo & company is a
nationwide, diversified, communitybased financial services company
with $1.3 trillion in assets. Founded
in 1852, Wells Fargo provides
banking, insurance, investments,
mortgage, and consumer and
commercial finance through more
than 9,000 stores, 12,000 aTms,
Stephanie midler,
the internet and more across north
Lawrence Katz, adam Workman,
america and internationally, serving
Lara Logan, Barry goldberg
one in three u.S. households. One
of the top ten most philanthropic companies in the u.S. the Wells Fargo
Foundation contributes $200 million each tear ($1 million in palm Beach
county) to health and human services organizations. For more information,
visit www.wellsfargo.com or contact Lawrence B. Katz at 561.362.1051 or
lawrence.katz@wellsfargo.com.
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