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Volume 10 • Issue 3 Summer 2015

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This publication is produced by the AFTER ANOTHER BANNER YEAR, THE BEST IS YET TO COME Marketing & Communications Department of the Jewish Federation of As we wind down our 2015 season, we celebrate yet South Palm Beach County. another year of tremendous growth and success. Our PUBLISHED FALL, WINTER & SPRING Chief Creative Officer Annual Campaign is on the rise for the third year in a Andrew M. Rose row and the assets in our Jacobson Jewish Community Vice President, Marketing & Communications Janet Izaak Foundation are reaching unprecedented numbers. We Chai Life Editor, Communications Director are funding more agencies, engaging more young leaders Andrea Schuver and attracting more residents of all ages to our events – more than 3,000 attended our recent Chai Life Design Director, Creative Director Shanna E. Vinig IsraelFest celebration in Mizner Park. Chai Life Photo Editor/Assistant Editor, Communications Manager Spirits are on the rise as well as we have added many new exciting programs and initiatives and Laura Kokus most notably hired our first-ever Director of Community Engagement, Rabbi Josh Broide, who Web & Multimedia Manager Paul Kranowitz has been enthusiastically connecting unaffiliated Jews to local Jewish life. Graphic Designer Diego Ureña But that’s just the beginning. On the horizon this upcoming season are several new milestones. Graphic Designer In addition to many innovative outreach programs and events, we will be embarking on our Melissa Young Marketing & Communications Coordinator community-wide mission to Israel in November. On our Jewish campus, we will be celebrating Carrie Galkowski the opening of the Sinai Residences, a Continuing Care Retirement Community, and the Cover and Photo Credit: Jeffrey Tholl Photography groundbreaking for the new Weinbaum Yeshiva High School. And we will be extending our Federation Officers caring reach to new agency partners, both locally and internationally, as part of a newly Chair improved process of needs-based planning and allocations. Albert W. Gortz, Esq. Chair Designate Anne L. Jacobson Things are looking up as never before here at the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach Vice Chair, Financial Resource Development County. As we approach a new year, we invite you to join in the excitement and be a part of our David Pratt vibrant, dynamic Jewish community. Vice Chair, Campaign Lawrence Feldman Vice Chair, Jacobson Jewish Community Foundation B’ shalom, Richard D. Steinberg Vice Chair, Women’s Philanthropy Judi Schuman Albert W. Gortz, Esq., Matthew C. Levin, Vice Chair, Planning & Allocations Chair, Federation Board of Directors President & CEO Joseph S. Mishkin Vice Chair, IOC Eric Stein Vice Chair URGENCY IN UKRAINE Wesley E. Finch Vice Chair Former Federation Chair Finds Desolation, Desperation on JFNA Mission Arthur Goldberg For 18 months, Ukraine has help 70,000 impoverished Jewish Vice Chair Etta Gross Zimmerman been wracked by political and children and elderly meet their Secretary economic instability. A growing basic needs. But those needs Debra Halperin number of the country’s 350,000 have multiplied. Assistant Secretary Jews are profoundly affected by Carol Smokler destruction and deprivation in The situation came close Treasurer this ongoing humanitarian crisis. to home in June as Etta David H. Galpern Assistant Treasurer For many, aid from Federation’s Zimmerman, former Federation David Kirschner overseas partners means the Board Chair, current Federation Senior Federation Professionals difference between life and Vice Chair and Board Member President & CEO death. During times of calm, they of the American Jewish Joint Matthew C. Levin Continued on Page 58 Chief Operating Officer Mel Lowell ON THE COVER: Executive Vice President Marla Weiss Egers Tali Amihud - Engagement Associate at Hillel of Broward and Palm Beach Lital Pendler - JAFI Israel Fellow at Hillel of Broward and Palm Beach Menachem Schandelson - FAU student Follow Federation on: Tara Levy - FAU student

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Margie Baer, Bob Marton Anne Jacobson, Richard Steinberg We all came together at the hub of our community to kvell about the year’s shared accomplishments, pay well-earned tribute to our leaders, and look more strategically than ever toward needs and challenges that lie ahead for our community and our people.

From the moment the evening’s Co-Chairs Emily Grabelsky and Dorothy Wizer welcomed the crowd aboard, everyone knew they were in for a quite a ride! By video, we toured our Federation’s work across the campus and around the world.

With Nominating Chair Roxane Lipton, the meeting welcomed Mel Lowell, Les Campbell of HJ Sims, Wes Finch the 2015-16 Board of Directors, including our first Chair Designate, Anne Jacobson; new Financial Resource Development Chair, David Pratt; new Campaign Chair, Larry Feldman; and new Treasurer, David Galpern.

Five extraordinary members of our community were honored for their contributions to our organization, our community and our people. Dotti Seaman (z’l) was remembered with the JFNA

National Endowment Achievement Award. Betty Kane, our brilliant Larry Feldman, Ellen R. Sarnoff, Diane Feldman Campaign Chair for the past two years, received the James H. Nobil Community Leadership Award. Bob Marton accepted the James and Marjorie Baer Outstanding Young Leadership Award, and the James H. Nobil Professional Achievement Award was presented to Tom Forlenza and Robyn Kimmelman.

“Looking around this room and back over the past year, as a Founder of this Federation I see this is the caring Jewish community we envisioned. It is a privilege to work with leaders who view their roles as a sacred responsibility and Al Gortz, Anne Jacobson, Matt Levin who share an emotional commitment to the vision and purpose so crucial to our success.” -Al Gortz, Board Chair in his remarks (read more at jewishboca.org/almessage)

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“It’s absolutely thrilling to look out from the stage at the full vibrant diversity of our Jewish community! Just feel the pride surging, and the powerful commitment for our homeland, our mid a sea of blue and white, more than 3,000 local people and our community magnified residents came together in solidarity and spirit to by our strength together.” celebrate the 67th anniversary – and the miracles A -Matthew C. Levin, Federation President & CEO - of the modern State of Israel and observe Jerusalem Day at IsraelFest. The ruach and the aroma of falafel emanated from Mizner Park Amphitheater in East Boca Raton on May 17. The community’s vibrant Jewish diversity was on full display at what was by far the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County’s largest event of the year.

The free community-wide celebration engaged all ages with an array of activities, headlined by the collaboration of two superstars of Jewish music, Josh Nelson and Neshama Carlebach. It also included children’s activities by PJ Library® in South Palm Beach County, a showcase of synagogues and Jewish organizations, a set by Kosher Rock, and bands from Weinbaum Yeshiva High School and Donna Klein Jewish Academy. Thanks to Federation’s Jewish Community Relations Council, there was free admission to Israeli and Jewish-themed exhibits at the Boca Raton Museum of Art next to the amphitheater.

The crowd heard from Chaim Shacham, Consul General of Israel to Florida and Puerto Rico, Federation President & CEO Matt Levin and Board Chair Al Gortz, JCRC Co-Chair Andrew Robins, as well as support from U.S. Representatives Ted Deutch and Lois Frankel, and Boca Raton City Council member Scott Singer joined by Vice Mayor Robert Weinroth, and Pastor Tye Riter of REVEAL Fellowship.

Held on Yom Yerushalayim (Jerusalem Day), IsraelFest also brought diverse community rabbis to the stage for a moving ceremony: Rabbis Josh Broide (Federation Director of Community Engagement), David Baum, Marci Bloch, David Englander, Efrem Goldberg, Menachem Jaroslawicz, Philip Moskowitz, Robert Silvers and Greg Weisman.

CHAILIFE 8 “I don’t know that we could have imagined this moment when we began our Federation 36 years ago. But none of our founders would have been surprised that South Palm Beach County continues to stand together in love and solidarity with Israel!” -Al Gortz, Federation Board Chair

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Federation and community leaders, local Rabbis, project partners, and future residents gathered at the site on March 3 for a traditional “topping off” ceremony. Scheduled to mark the construction having reached the $250 million structure’s highest point, with blessings for the building and its more than 450 future inhabitants, the event had more to celebrate - with the announcement that all 237 independent luxury units had already been fully reserved.

It’s no surprise that the waiting list has kept growing ever since - given the project’s careful planning and highest quality as well as the Federation’s reputation. In addition to independent living, as a Continuing Care Retirement 5 Community, Sinai Residences will also have suites for assisted Presenting 6 Prestigious living, memory care and skilled nursing care. Naming Opportunities “Built on 23 vacant acres, Sinai Residences not only serves Leave an extraordinary legacy of dignity, respect and care our seniors’ need for a secure, luxurious home in an enriched by supporting one of the most impressive and Jewish environment, but will also help the Federation prestigious senior living addresses in Florida. generate revenue to enhance the vital human services and programs we support,” said Melvyn Lowell, COO, Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County, who has NAME THE COMMUNITY 1 spearheaded the project since its inception. $ 0 MILLION

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Danielle Hartman, President & CEO Dr. Debra Hallow, Executive Director Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services JARC

JFS was established in 1979 as the first agency of the Jewish At JARC, we specialize in helping extraordinary people lead ordinary Federation of South Palm Beach County. From the outset, JFS has been lives. What does that mean? It means that every adult should know committed to identifying and responding to vital community needs. We the joy of friendship, the satisfaction of doing work that is valued, and continue to offer an expanding continuum of counseling and mental the comfort of being a loved and important member of a community. health services, along with food and financial assistance. Here are a just a few agency milestones. For us it starts with a simple philosophy: we carry a sense of responsibility to be the voice of people who don’t have a voice that In 1996, our Food Pantry was created to serve our hungry neighbors with is heard, to be the advocate for people who are unable to advocate food deliveries; in 2012, the Jacobson Family Food Pantry opened in Delray for themselves. Our goal is not only to be voices and advocates but, to meet the community’s increasing needs. Continually responding to more importantly, to assist our clients in using their collective voices our community’s needs, two years ago we began our Meals on Wheels and becoming their own advocates. Program to homebound seniors with help from the Federation. Our programs include residential homes and apartments, community In 2010, the Shirley & Barton Weisman Delray Community Center case management, and employment training. Through everything we opened. This center for seniors combines social services and cultural, do, we are developing life skills and growing friendships. social, educational and recreational programs. In addition, there is a full array of senior services, including case management, Holocaust survivor At our recent Gala, we heard stories of how JARC has impacted assistance, and the HOT Senior Assistance Program. the lives of families who need our services. From a single mother wondering who will care for and protect her child if something In 2013, the agency was renamed Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family happens to her… to the mother of a son who was injured in a car Services, recognizing the ongoing commitment of the Rales family and accident over 40 years ago, now at peace knowing her son is being creating the Center for Families and Children. This transformative gift taken care of… to what happens when a client has no family – and allowed JFS to expand its services in the areas of Career & Employment JARC becomes their family. Services, Community Outreach, Domestic Abuse Education and Action, and Financial Assistance for families and children. As we enter the 2015-2016 season we will be celebrating JARC 30! I look back at our history of service to the community with pride, and look forward to our growth in the future. At JFS, our strong commitment Visit jarcfl.org remains- to provide help, hope and humanity to our neighbors.

Visit ralesjfs.org What does your agency strive to provide for the Jewish community?

Sarah Franco, Executive Director Randy Colman, Executive Director JAFCO Adolph & Rose Levis Jewish Community Center

JAFCO is a proud beneficiary agency of the Jewish Federation of While the Adolph & Rose Levis Jewish Community Center (Levis South Palm Beach County. JAFCO’s mission is to care for abused JCC) features hundreds of outstanding programs, services, classes, and neglected Jewish children and those with developmental events, performances and exhibitions each year, it is so much more. disabilities, and to work in partnership with families and the entire A key connector in this community, the Levis JCC reaches and child welfare community. The JAFCO Jewish Children’s Village is provides for thousands of individuals and families in a variety of the only village of its kind in the Jewish community in the nation, ways. Members, guests, and the community convene at the Levis offering emergency shelter, group homes, foster care, adoption JCC to give children the highest quality educational foundation, one services for children ages newborn to 18 and family preservation rooted in Jewish culture and tradition; children of all ages experience services to families without cost. The village ensures that if there is summertime fun featuring the best in classic and innovative day a child in the community in need of a safe home, JAFCO can provide camp activities. Adults engage in stimulating, exciting art, culture that either privately or through the order of the court. Emergency & learning opportunities. Individuals with special needs and their clinical support is available 24/7 to our families. families are supported and nurtured in a loving and inclusive environment. Quality fitness classes taught by top local instructors The JAFCO Children’s Ability Center provides family enrichment, and a well-equipped fitness center ensure that health and wellness is resources, support and respite services for children ages birth to within reach for all. 22 who have any developmental disability. Our goal is to support the family from the moment of diagnosis and give the family a place to The Levis JCC is a place that thousands call home. Often, programming belong all under one roof. Services include intensive clinical case or services become a lifeline for participants. Financial assistance management, parent behavior training and support, sibling support, and scholarships make accessing quality education and camping grandparent support, parent education, social and life skills training experiences for children attainable. Adult programming connects for the child, weekend respite during the day and overnight, summer those who are vulnerable, isolated, or searching for meaningful camp with an overnight option, parent’s night out and family fun days. experiences with a network of friends who often become family. Emergency clinical support is available 24/7 to our families. The Levis JCC embodies completely the concept of one Jewish Visit jafco.org home for all. Regardless of affiliation, background, financial situation, age, or ability, we welcome all to come together and experience what it means to be a part of our community. The Levis JCC makes a difference in people’s lives all through the year.

Visit levisjcc.org “Bring Back Our Boys” “May we continue to focus on what unites us rather Resounds In than on what divides us.” -Rabbi David Englander

What a night for Jewish Unity. What a night for our community. at Federation

In all our vibrant Jewish diversity, 500 of us from “We have proven here in our throughout South Palm Beach County - rabbis, community that we can unite community leaders and Jewish neighbors - gathered in Zinman Hall at the Federation on June in spite of our differences. 3 to answer a resounding call. A call to honor the Because there is, and always memories of Israeli teens Naftali Frankel, Gil-Ad will be, so much more that Shaer and Eyal Yifrah, whose tragic kidnapping unites us than divides us.” and murder by terrorists last summer so swiftly and powerfully brought the Jewish world together. -Matt Levin

The boys’ parents’ joint call to action was amplified by dignitaries and Jewish institutions around the world. With more than 1.2 million people participating worldwide, our event was the largest and most diverse in the nation!

Powerful messages of unity resounded through the Hall from six local Reform, Orthodox and Conservative Rabbis: David Baum, Jessica Brockman, Moishe Denburg, David Englander, Menachem Jaroslawicz and Robert Silvers; from Federation President & CEO Matt Levin and Director of Community Engagement Josh Broide; and, on film, from bereaved mother Racheli Frankel and Rabbi Yisrael Meir Lau. We were led in prayer and song by Chazan Choni Cohen.

Their profound words, song and spirit made for a pivotal night that will long resonate throughout our community. Together, as a remarkable community, we recaptured and strengthened last summer’s peak of Jewish unity and committed to build further upon it.

View a video of this powerful community event at jewishboca.org/unity.

Local synagogues participating in the Jewish Unity Day gathering included: Anshei Emuna Congregation, B’nai Torah Congregation, Beth Ami Congregation, Boca Jewish Center/Shaaray Tefilla, Boca Raton Synagogue, Boca Raton Synagogue-WEST, Chabad Lubavitch of Central Boca Raton, Chabad Lubavitch of East Boca Raton, Chabad Lubavitch of West Boca Raton, Congregation B’nai Israel, Congregation Shaarei Kodesh, Congregation Torah Ohr, Delray Orthodox “When you see someone Synagogue, Temple Beth El of Boca Raton, Temple Sinai of not like you, respect them, “Unity not uniformity.” Palm Beach County, Young Israel of Boca Raton. don’t reject them.” -Racheli Frankel -Rabbi Menachem Jaroslawicz What a Year. “We may be on different branches of the tree of Judaism, but the roots of that tree are grounded in the same things: G-d, Torah and Israel.” -Rabbi Jessica Brockman

What a Community.

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“Our community is succeeding because we have 2015-16! made such an effort to come together! And others are watching our remarkable progress. Honoring Don’t wait to get the memories of Naftali, Gil-Ad and Eyal, we will continue to go from strength to strength in solidarity, involved or share your ideas. in times of both celebration and challenge.” Visit jewishboca.org/engage or contact Rabbi -Rabbi Josh Broide Josh Broide, Director of Community Engagement, at [email protected] or 561.702.3864. Federation Campus Boca West Foundation Welcomes Makom Tefilla Partnership Helps (Outdoor Prayer Space) Children in Need

On a hidden patch of Federation land under a banyan Thanks to all those who went out on the green with the tree, something wonderful happened this spring - with the Boca West Foundation Golf Challenge on our Federation’s dedication of a beautiful prayer space of peace and serenity behalf, and to the many who enjoyed the Foundation’s in nature. With a labyrinth, seating, tranquil landscaping and Concert for the Children with Jay Leno. Together, they’ve a colorful mural, Makom Tefilla beckons spiritual moments boosted our Federation’s capacity to support help for for individuals and groups of all ages. Spearheaded by children in need. Federation is proud - and extremely Marianne Altschul and Donna Klein Jewish Academy, grateful - to once again be a beneficiary of Boca West this exquisite campus addition came to fruition with Foundation's great generosity! collaborative support from DKJA, Federation, Marianne and Eric Altschul, and Sunquest Nursery.

Federation Helps DKJA and WYHS 11th Grades Teambuilding

FIRST CLASS OF LEADERS EMERGES The 11th graders from Weinbaum Yeshiva High School and In February 2014, our Federation launched the Claire and Emanuel G. Rosenblatt High School at Donna groundbreaking Jewish Community Leadership Institute Klein Jewish Academy gathered on the FAU campus to (JCLI) with a class of 22 Emerging Leaders from our engage in a day of challenges as a way of getting to know Federation and community partner organizations. From local each other – with ropes dangling from 20 feet above. and international experts, they learned and shared different telephone poles with metal spikes for climbing, and a perspectives on Jewish leadership and values as well as rickety wooden bridge. Brought together by Federation’s issues affecting Jewish communal life in the 21st century. JCRC and Department of Jewish Education, the students are teambuilding toward a community project, also of their Congratulations to JCLI Co-Chairs: choosing, in the coming school year. Carol Smokler and Thomas O. Katz And to our inaugural JCLI class: Scott Ball Jon Kimmel Rick Paul Geil Bilu Matthew Kutcher Dale Pratt Nel Bloom Barbara Lewin Kenneth Pritzker Lori Fineman Eric Lipson Mark Schaum Jonathan Galler David Lorber Deborah Weisman Monica Goldstein Seth Marmor Jill Yesner Kathy Green Robert Marton Patti Jacobs Janice Obuchowski A new class will begin this fall. For more information, call 561.852.6080 or email [email protected].

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All services not available in all areas. Speak to a representative to learn more. Other restrictions may apply. Fision and Hotwire Communications are registered trademarks. © 2015 Hotwire Communications, LLC. All rights reserved. 052015 campaign On completing my three years as your Financial As I write my last Campaign Chair message, I Resource Development Chair, I could not be am thrilled to report that we have surpassed more proud of how our efforts and initiatives our goal to date, having raised more dollars have yielded a stronger, more robust Federation than anticipated and increased our donor base. and Jewish community. We’ve reached farther Building on the growth of the last two years, we than ever to engage a wide array of residents maintained our momentum with well-attended in Jewish life. We’ve turned around our Annual events and personal “Jewish conversations” Campaign. We’ve inspired and educated which have raised awareness of our Federation’s individuals, synagogues, schools and agencies to create Jewish mission and yielded new and increased gifts. legacies through our Foundation. It was a privilege to have chaired our Federation’s Annual Campaign I’ve felt the excitement of our coming together in caring and solidarity. for the last two years. I am most grateful to all the leaders, volunteers I’ve seen the relief and comfort of those who depend on us. Yet I and professionals who came with me on that journey. Your creativity, also know how much more is needed by our Jewish family, and the tireless efforts and personal commitment to our mission have been untapped potential of our community to respond even further. invaluable and greatly contributed to our success.

As Federation’s Chair Designate, I’m now honored and thrilled to work I wish our new Campaign Chair Larry Feldman a hearty Mazel Tov, and with David Pratt as our new FRD Chair. With so much experience and pledge him my support. I know he will find, as I did, fulfillment and dedication, I know that he, and we, are ready to take our Federation reward in this holy work of responding to Jewish needs and sustaining to that next level. a strong Jewish community.

From strength to greater strength,

Anne Jacobson Betty Kane An Evening with Ehud Barak Former Israeli Prime Minister Leadership Gifts Event Honoring our Prime Minister’s Council, Ketubah & King David Society Donors SAVE THE DATE Wednesday, December 2, 2015 Event Chairs Meryl & Ron Gallatin Campaign Chair Larry Feldman A $25,000 minimum household gift to the 2016 UJA/Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County Annual Campaign is required to attend. For more information, please call Ida Novack at 561.852.3342. The Major Gifts Division is generously sponsored by:*

*As of 7/1/15 campaign EJP Enjoys Dinner, Drinks and Dialogue with Author of THE Jew in the Lotus

Federation’s younger major donors, our Emerging Jewish Philanthropists (EJP) enjoyed a night of spirit, inquiry and camaraderie with Rodger Kamenetz at Farmer’s Table in Boca Raton. Members enjoyed cocktails, delicious and healthy fare as well as inviting conversations. The guests were warmly greeted by inaugural EJP Chairs Gail and Warren Greenspoon, who are completing their term as Michele and Larry Blair step into the role. Kamenetz spoke about his work, including the acclaimed book, The Jew in the Lotus, the story of rabbis who make a holy pilgrimage to India to meet the Dalai Lama.

Through EJP, younger families and individuals with gifts of at least $10,000 annually to our Federation enjoy being part of an exciting and inspiring community of givers. EJP-level contributors come together to express their Jewish values and help strengthen our growing community with an increasing sense of mission and purpose. They take part in exclusive programs and events such as concerts, intimate gatherings at donors’ homes, private meetings with select speakers and missions abroad.

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Deepest thanks to our community and Addison Reserve Boca pointe country club members and leaders for their Golf Day Card Party unwavering commitment and tireless efforts. 1. James & Carol Herscot, Michael & 5. Bea Gold, Dorothy Wizer, April Leavy Roxane Lipton Their compassion, creativity and perseverance 6. Roz Waitman, Mickie Schulman, inspire us all as they do so much to help those 2. Ira & Paula Schecter, Sandra & Gail Mayersohn, Michele Weiner-Meisner Howard Needleman in need, in our own community and worldwide. 7. Judy Jaro, Ruth Neides 3. Harvey & Judy Wertheim Visit www.jewishboca.org/photos 8. Dan & Jane Fishkoff 4. Larry Levine, Bob Cook, Carole Sue Lebbin for photo galleries of these events Spector, Neil Patrick

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From scotch and cigar sampling to a mission to Cuba, from sports celebrities and gourmet tailgate food to a serious look at terrorism financing, our Federation’s brand new Men’s Division took off fast, setting a high bar! Men of all ages who care about great times together as well as helping the community and the Jewish people will certainly have a lot to look forward to together for years to come.

Starting with a committee of fifteen, and chaired by Stu Ganslaw, Gary Rubin and Peter Wohlgemuth, the new division’s programming and the men’s relationships just keep growing. Together, they’ve created a strong, connected fellowship of diverse, committed Jewish men.

A sold-out crowd kicked the men’s 2014- 15 season off in high gear with a first-class scotch & cigar sampling so successful it’s becoming an annual event. Sports night featuring Cris Carter packed the house with men from throughout the community - including many new donors drawn by the evening and the division.

The Men’s Mission to Cuba also sold out. Twenty-one travelers – including 10 first-time donors - took a short flight to a world away for an eye-opening experience. As they met members of our Jewish family whose lives are so different from theirs, their understanding of Federation’s work and their commitment grew - as did their powerful sense of brotherhood that buzzed throughout the community.

Spring brought an event focused on a matter of deepest concern as men “followed the money” to learn who has been funding terrorism. Committee member Chuck Lichtman hosted the evening at his waterfront home, with international expert, Dr. Jonathan Schanzer.

Exciting plans are underway for men’s activities next season! Contact Sonni Simon at [email protected] or 561.852.3128 to get in the loop.

CHAILIFE 26 Chai_3.875x5.125_4c.indd 2 2/6/15 9:59 AM 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 Jewish Adoption and Foster Care Options (JAFCO) Adolph and Rose Levis Jewish Community Center Jewish National Fund - Boca Raton Center for Sport and Jewish Life Alpert Jewish Children and Family Services Greater Miami Jewish Federation United Jewish Community of Broward County To learn more about how Wells Fargo Private Bank can help you achieve your financial goals, please contact: Lawrence Katz, Regional Private Banking Manager (561) 362-1051, [email protected]

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Against a vibrant backdrop at the Boca Raton Museum of Art, nearly 100 women came together on April 27 for the annual Women’s Philanthropy (WP) Installation Celebration. In an elegant morning chaired by Gail 2015-16 Women’s Philanthropy Officers Greenspoon, with joy, laughter and tears they remembered their year together, as they looked to the year ahead.

Among the highlights, Rani Garfinkle shared her powerful experience from a recent mission to France, and Robin Rising to hands-on Social Action, WP board members Larry Katz, Wells Fargo; Gail Greenspoon Siegal spoke of her transformative enjoyed songs and companionship with many Holocaust year in Chapter Two. Lion of Judah survivors at the JFS Nosh & Nachas programs. And Vice Chair Eydie Holz received the teaming up with PJ Library® moms and grandmas, our Dorothy Seaman Leadership Award for women raced through the aisles at Winn Dixie at two win- her outstanding work as a leader and win Supermarket Sweep “foodraisers” for the Jacobson philanthropist. A ceremony of installation Family Food Pantry at JFS. and rededication was led by Immediate

Judi Schuman, Eydie Holz Past Chair Emily Grabelsky.

Noting “48 new Lions, 7 new LOJEs, 28 new Pomegranates and many new friendships,” and urging the women to do even more, Judi Schuman reflected on her first year as WP Chair as “a most wonderful season of togetherness and Adele Lebersfeld, Marjorie Marlowe, Barbara Werner, Helena Levine hard work.”

Our Lions took on New York at “We are building community the biennial International every day, and inviting women Lion of Judah Conference, to join us whenever they can learning, bonding and celebrating Anne Jacobson, our Kipnis-Wilson and however they’d like – Friedland honoree. Then, nearly 300 whatever their stage of life or women across generations started resources.” the year inspired and motivated at the Season Opener – The Power -April Leavy of One, with Jeannie Opdyke Smith the daughter of a renowned Women’s Campaign Chair Righteous Gentile, and speakers from Federation’s overseas agencies. “Women’s Philanthropy is growing stronger, younger, and more vital every day. The energy we’ve captured is palpable, and our path forward looks vibrant and promising. We are a force with momentum, passion and the power of effective action.”

-Judi Schuman, Women’s Philanthropy Chair

Chapter Two launched its inaugural “class” of Positively Pomegranate brought women at a new point in their lives. Growing together women at this donor level to the Griffin and deeply motivated, they learned about our Gallery with Jane Weitzman, a Jewish community, our people, our philanthropic landscape philanthropist and the woman behind one and some keys to future leadership roles. A new class of the world’s most successful shoe brands. will begin next fall.

“Our educational and social Dina Burg, Allyson Kroner, Alicia Spero, “Our common thread is ‘tikkun olam,’ April Leavy, Joan Hauser, Robin Siegal, programming throughout the year Barbara Lushan, Tracy Kawa, Lynda Gillinov repairing our Jewish community features great speakers and important both locally and globally. We have topics, not to mention a host of volunteer great knowledge from our past and activities. Women can participate in women of action in the present. Like exciting activities and make new friends a family, we are a bridge to the future. while giving back to those in need.” Join us on our journey!”

-Eydie Holz, Vice Chair, Lion of Judah -Barbara Lewin, Vice Chair, Jane Weitzman, Judith Beiner, Joan Hauser Planned Giving and Endowments

Two riveting guest speakers at the Lion of Judah Luncheon received standing ovations. Julie Goldwasser spoke of Federation’s profound support throughout her toddler son’s cancer diagnosis and treatment. Then, Linor Abargil shared her journey from being crowned Miss Israel to a brutal rape, to becoming Miss World and, subsequently, an attorney, anti-rape activist, wife and mother.

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Comedy Night Live Shows YAD is No Laughing Matter!

Nearly 300 young adults spent Saturday night, June 3, enjoying the hilarity of Dan Ahdoot, tunes by DJ Nic, and mingling with YAD friends old and new. The event’s Co- Chairs, Marissa Gart and Robert Weingard, kicked the program off enthusiastically, discussing why they are proud to be a part of the Young Adult Division and the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County.

Rabbi Josh Broide, Federation’s Director of Community Engagement, passionately shared the importance of giving at a young age and the vital work of the Federation, which helped raise over $5,000 on the spot!

“What a night!” said Rabbi Broide after the event. “In spite of all the polls and statistics that say the younger generation isn’t interested in Jewish communal life, almost everyone at Comedy Night sealed a pledge card with a commitment to aid the Jewish community and our people. They are the next generation that is going to make an impact. It was the most successful appeal we have seen with this age group.”

The evening was capped off by a hysterical performance by Dan Ahdoot, who closed to a standing ovation. Audience members will be sure to catch Dan’s new show, Dan Derailed, this fall on Fox!

CHAILIFE 30 Wishing the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County success in the 2015 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

YAD HAPPY HOURS DRAW RECORD CROWDS AROUND TOWN

Hundreds of young professionals enjoyed YAD’s fun these YAD nights have become premier gatherings for and engaging happy hours, where new friends and young adults looking to build connections based on connections are made in a warm social atmosphere. Jewish roots. In fact, whether they’re looking to network, From strikes and spares at Frank Cinebowl, and “Jews do a mitzvah or get social or serious with our Jewish and Brews” at Saltwater Brewery, to a chic night at Tanzy, community, YAD is the place to be!

31 CHAILIFE business & professional Division (B&P)

B&P’s INSPIRE Celebrates Successful Mentorships

2014-2015 This season’s Business & Professional Division’s INSPIRE mentors, mentees and mentorS & MENTEES significant others came together for a dinner program at Asia to wrap up the formal Jeff Bleustein/ Ben Gene aspect of their valuable time together. This initiative pairs highly accomplished mentors with some of the area’s most promising entrepreneurs for deeply enriching and Don Brodie/ Justin Hertzberg rewarding one-on-one and group exchanges. Norman Jacobson/ Michelle Hollister Stewart Kasen/ Dan Wasser Federation President & CEO Matt Levin lauded and thanked the group for their Chuck Lichtman/ Lauren Cohen commitment to building our community as well as their professional lives. INSPIRE Chair Rick Paul/ Jeff Racenstein Rick Paul shared the program’s successes, noting the importance not only for mentees, Rick Paul/ Jonathan Schwartz but for mentors and the community as well. Mentors and mentees received plaques in Barry Podolsky/ Nancy Gefen recognition of their participation. Michael Rothbaum/ Ellen Bonder Allan Schuman/ Eric Lebersfeld For more information about all the Business & Professional opportunities and activities Cliff Viner/ Noah Rosenfarb at Federation, contact Sonni Simon at 561.852.3128 or email [email protected].

meet our B&P CABINET For a third year, Federation’s Business and Professional Division Cabinet has continued to steer B&P as the place to be to reap rewards for both business and the community. Co-Chairs Kathy Green and Eric Lebersfeld have led this dynamic group of more than 50 entrepreneurs and professionals from a wide range of fields through another year of growth for all. Keep up-to-date with Steven Alter Nancy Gefen Tracy Kawa Jeffrey Racenstein Bruce Barrick Greg Gefen Sherri Klein Jon Sahn information regarding B&P Mark Berkowitz Ben Gene Eric Lebersfeld Jonathan Schwartz Gary Betensky Rob Gerstein Ken Lebersfeld Fred Schwartz Like us on Facebook Laurence Blair Barry Goldberg Gary Lesser Jeff Shavitz Ellen Bonder Revi Goldwasser Dan Levine Howard Silverstein facebook.com/JFSPBCBusiness Jeffrey Bovarnick Kathy Green Becky Lightman Jason Solodkin Scott Brenner Yudi Gross Wendi Lipsich Brett Steinberg Connect with us on LinkedIn Dana Charles-Kodner Keith Heller Bob Marton Fred Stern Lauren Cohen Zev Herman Stephanie Midler Dan Wasser jewishboca.org/bp/linkedin Daniel Davidowitz Justin Hertzberg Rick Paul Fred Weinstein David Friedman Michelle Hollister Eliot Popper Craig Zeuner Marc Frohlich Franklin Homer Jill Poser CHAILIFE 32 A small business expert Industry Icon Ira Leesfield is only a phone call away. Impresses to Wrap Season’s Series Local entrepreneurs and professionals from diverse fields came to the Federation on April 16 for a night of premium networking and a unique opportunity to hear featured speaker Ira Leesfield, a former presidential advisor and renowned attorney. The evening began with socializing and networking before opening remarks by B&P Co-Chair Eric Lebersfeld and Industry Icon Co- Chair Ken Lebersfeld. Federation President & CEO Matt Levin warmly welcomed the guests, who included many newcomers to the campus.

Leesfield, whose distinguished record of public service and philanthropy have brought him recognition from many of the country’s most respected leaders and organizations, took the stage to discuss his success as Call (877) 88-Bibby a philanthropist and his appointments as an advisor to to learn more. former President Bill Clinton.

For three years, B&P’s Industry Icon events have been regularly drawing hundreds of professionals to hear from acclaimed business leaders on their recipes for success and life. Becky Lightman and Ken Lebersfeld have co- chaired the 2014-15 Industry Icon Series. networking REDEFINED B&P is redefining business networking by connecting you with a diverse group of professionals and entrepreneurs to help you build your business – and our community.

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33 CHAILIFE business & professional Division (B&P) Women Go Business Casual for Networking, Fun and Learning free brow design Entrepreneurial and professional Jewish women of all ages just keep redefining “Business Casual” in South Palm Beach County with Federation’s B&P Division. For two years, a steadily growing number of these dynamic blow dry $30 multi-taskers have been building personal, professional Image and community relationships while learning and enjoying $ evenings together in creative, informal settings. They’ve facial 50 also discovered the rewards of being involved with and yonka IT MAY BE SUMMER, BUT THE NEEDS contributing to Federation as an organization that does so massage $60 much for our Jewish community and far beyond. OF OUR GREATER JEWISH FAMILY During the 2014-15 season chaired by Tracy Kawa and Stephanie Midler, they rolled sushi at Asia, practiced their (561) 394 5304 swings at the Golf Academy, made hamantaschen and faces365.com/bocaraton NEVER TAKE A BREAK. Purim baskets at Premium Kitchens, and enjoyed a spa 21200 Saint Andrews Blvd #1 night at FACES365. Their earlier explorations also included (Near Publlix Greenwise) baking challah and designing their own seder plates while Boca Raton exploring the holidays.

B&P’s casual approach to business, bonding and building community will resume in the fall. For more information, visit jewishboca.org/bp, call Sonni Simon at 561.852.3128 or email [email protected].

CHAILIFE 34 IT MAY BE SUMMER, BUT THE NEEDS OF OUR GREATER JEWISH FAMILY NEVER TAKE A BREAK.

That’s why we are counting on you to support the UJA/Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County Annual Campaign. Through a single gift, you can put your values into action to help the most vulnerable members of our Jewish family – locally, in Israel and more than 70 countries worldwide. Values like:

TRADITION… Summer camp for thousands of children seeking fun and fulfilling Jewish experiences, not just locally but throughout the world,

IDENTITY… Birthright Israel, a program which allows young Jewish adults to discover the wonders of our homeland and carry that connection through the rest of their lives,

COMPASSION… Financial aid for local seniors who need food deliveries and financial assistance for their electric bill so they can stay cool in the summer months.

Please help us reach or surpass our 2015 Annual Campaign goal by making a gift today at jewishboca.org or call Jennifer Koenig at 561.852.3129. Answering Anti-Israel Challenges and Anti-Semitism on Campus

ne has only to follow the mainstream news to know that anti-Israel Raina Goldberg, Executive Director of Hillel of Broward and Palm Beach reports activities and anti-Semitic incidents are increasing alarmingly on that Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP), a group prominent in the BDS OAmerican college campuses - from the Ivy League to state universities movement at many schools, has a small following without significance at FAU. to liberal arts colleges and more. Looking more closely, ADL has reported a 38% She finds the students she encounters on local campuses “proud to be Jewish increase in anti-Israel events during the 2014-15 academic year, and a near and to support Israel.” While SJP still has a negative presence, she explains doubling of Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) campaigns. that they are not growing or vital. “On the other hand,” says Goldberg, “Hillel participants are positive, informative, knowledgeable - never arguing and Amid this growing concern, a number of local residents began reaching extraordinarily active in sharing their knowledge, love and enthusiasm for Israel out to our Federation. They wanted to be sure their teenaged children and on the breezeway every week and in many creative programs. Friendly and grandchildren would be prepared to anticipate and effectively address anti- approachable, they make learning about Israel fun. They’re making a difference Semitism and anti-Israel hostility and falsehoods. and their influence is growing.”

Pro-Activity at Local Colleges Tara Levy, an FAU senior active with Hillel agrees, “As the leaders of tomorrow, we are changing how people see Israel. We’re learning how to articulate real Fortunately, our Federation, its Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC), ADL information and our feelings and passions in ways that are positive.” and other advocacy organizations have worked proactively over the years with Florida Atlantic University and other local colleges to foster secure, nurturing Preparing Our High School Jewish campus life. FAU is ready, willing and able to address campus discourse Students that crosses the line into anti-Semitic hate speech. Many of the students in our area’s public and private high schools leave our The Federation has also long supported Hillel of Broward and Palm Beach heavily Jewish and pro-Israel community for campuses throughout Florida as well as Hillel-Florida, through which students engage in enriched Jewish and the U.S. This calls us to prepare them for what they experience on programming including Israel advocacy training and activities. Our funding campuses throughout the country. Our Federation and its Jacobson Jewish enables the presence of a JAFI Israel Fellow with Hillel on local campuses to Community Foundation have been supporting Israel advocacy preparation familiarize and educate students about Israel and empower them to stand up for high school students through an array of groups including JerusalemU, for the Jewish state. Our support for Birthright also prepares young adults for Stand With Us, March of the Living, Israel Action Network, BBYO, JSC, NCSY, pro-Israel efforts. schools and synagogues. “Hillel participants are positive, informative, knowledgeable - never arguing and extraordinarily active in sharing their knowledge, love and enthusiasm

for Israel on the breezeway every week and in many creative programs. Friendly and approachable, they make learning about Israel fun. They’re making a

difference and their influence is growing.” -Raina Goldberg, Executive Director of Hillel of Broward and Palm Beach

“As leaders of tomorrow, we are changing how people see Israel. We’re learning how to articulate real information and our feelings “We need young people prepared and passions in ways that are to step up, speak out and act. The first positive.” step is awareness; the second step is a community-wide effort to address -Tara Levy, FAU Senior the problem. We’re on our way. ”

-Jill Rose, JCRC Co-Chair

This year, when our JCRC Director, Stuart Silver, Goldberg, and JerusalemU Noam Tansman, a junior at Claire and Emanuel G. Rosenblatt High School at Managing Partner Matt Weisbaum were approached to join in an adult Donna Klein Jewish Academy believes “it’s important to learn about Israel presentation, they quickly developed a program. It was so well-received that, advocacy now because we’re bound to be faced with those who wish nothing with talking points sharpened and interest growing, they’ve continued speaking more than to be rid of Israel. History shows it’s vital to know the facts and learn together at public libraries, country clubs, private homes and senior centers. how to advocate on behalf of our people and our homeland.”

But increasing anti-Israel and anti-Semitic campus activity and the groundswell “We need young people prepared to step up, speak out and act,” says Jill Rose, of local concern made clear that it’s time for us to intensify our collective efforts. JCRC Co-Chair. “The first step is awareness; the second step is a community-wide effort to address the problem. We’re on our way.” “The community wants us to be proactive in making sure that our Jewish children have comfort and confidence in a wide range of situations regarding Israel and Jewish identity,” says Silver. “Our goal is to develop a comprehensive approach The Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement is a to providing young people with accurate information and resources to advocate global weapon to delegitimize, isolate and punish Israel through on Israel’s behalf and to refute unfounded accusations.” economic and political pressure. BDS works to target and manipulate influential entities and the public toward grassroots In 2012, our Federation began partnering with the internationally acclaimed action against Israel in academic, commercial, social and cultural JerusalemU to provide educational resources for young people about their areas. Here are some of the recent pro-BDS activities on Jewish identity and Israel through local groups at no cost. The organization campuses across the United States: creates curricula and lesson plans for teens, college students & adults, and is most known for its feature films Beneath The Helmet, Israel Inside and Crossing Israel divestment resolutions passed by student governments the Line 2, a recently updated film about anti-Israel activities and anti-Semitism Boycott, Divestment & Sanctions (BDS) petitions on college campuses. Residence halls and fraternity houses vandalized by swastikas and warnings “We can no longer expect that our kids will naturally be pro-Israel, so we have Apartheid Walls and Mock Evictions to be more proactive in engaging and educating them,” says Weisbaum. “Our Moves to ban Israeli products films are engaging and thought-provoking, sparking a lot of dialogue. So many Protests of recruitment for Birthright Israel young people don’t realize the extent of the issues, or have the knowledge and Israel Apartheid weeks confidence to speak up about them.” JACOBSON JEWISH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION The Critical Role of Unrestricted Endowment In today’s world, we have a lot of choices. With over 300 channels to watch on cable, a myriad of coffee variations at Starbucks or the dizzying number A modest lifestyle. A powerful legacy. of apps available for our phones, it can Century Village resident Irving Eckhardt feel like we’re living a customized life. In leaves JJCF its largest unrestricted bequest fact, many donors choose to invest in the community through the Jacobson Jewish He dressed modestly, traveled infrequently, drove an 11-year-old Community Foundation because we offer Honda and lived at Century Village. Yet Irving Eckhardt, who passed a customized approach to philanthropy. away at 91 last September, left the largest unrestricted bequest ever given to our Federation’s Jacobson Jewish Community Foundation At the same time, our Foundation’s (JJCF). He also left generous bequests to Federation beneficiary Unrestricted Funds play a critical role in agencies including the Levis JCC, JARC and JAFCO, as well as other the health of our community. During the Jewish organizations in Florida, Connecticut and Israel. recent economic uncertainty, funds from our Unrestricted Endowment prevented Longtime friend Sydney Savelle of Boca Raton describes Eckhardt as “an extremely nice, honorable the insolvency of two of our community and good man with very simple pleasures. He wasn’t into material things, and accumulated wealth agencies. It has been there to provide over his lifetime with some quality stock choices. In the end, had a lot to give.” monies in recent years for two Israel Emergency Campaigns. More recently, Savelle says that a few years after permanently moving to Boca Raton, Eckhardt began the Foundation’s Unrestricted Funds asking him, and his wife Betsy, about local Jewish charities and the work they do. “I took provided a large grant to safeguard the him around the community for agency visits, to meet some of the beneficiaries. I also Jews of Ukraine and, closer to home, we introduced him to my estate attorney, Mark Schaum.” made a grant to the Jewish community in Houston to help them deal with the Schaum says that Eckhardt, “...was an attractive, affable man who flew under the radar. results of recent flooding. You wouldn’t think that he had much money. He told me that some people thought he needed psychological help for living so modestly, and explained that if he felt he With unrestricted assets approaching was denying himself, they’d be right— but he never felt that way. He had no interest in $14 million, the Foundation follows a impressing anyone. When he met Sylvia Altman, who became a dear friend, I jokingly conservative spending policy which told him he’d started dressing better.” ensures that these critical funds continue to grow. Each year, 4% of Schaum, a member of the JJCF’s Mitzvah Society and Professional Advisory Committee the Unrestricted Funds flow to the (PAC), says Eckhardt took his time to consider his charitable options and asked a lot of Federation’s Annual Campaign and are questions. “He was interested only in Jewish charities and in deciding on a fair amount allocated to the crucial programs and for each organization,” said Schaum. “He decided it was a good idea to split the sizeable services provided by our Federation. remainder of his estate between our Federation, and the New Haven Federation, where he established a fund in honor of his parents, Nathan and Ida.” So while Foundation will always provide customized philanthropic solutions for Elyssa Kupferberg, a JJCF Vice Chair, PAC and Mitzvah Society member, and Wealth our donors, giving to the Unrestricted Manager to Eckhardt, says, “Irving Eckhardt was a true mensch who left a legacy to two Fund also ensures a lasting Jewish Federation communities. His gifts will impact future generations for years to come.” impact to meet both the expected and the unexpected needs of our community. “Irving Eckhardt left a way for the community to remember him forever— by creating a lasting Jewish legacy,” reflects Matthew C. Levin, Federation President & CEO. “Now and far into the future, his great vision and generosity will further Jewish interests and Richard Steinberg, Chair benefit so many Jewish people who will never know this modest man.”

CHAILIFE 38 JJCF’s “Create a Jewish Legacy” Brings $8.6 million in Commitments for Community in Three Months

he Create a Jewish Legacy program at the Jacobson Jewish Community Foundation, T in partnership with the Harold Grinspoon Foundation’s LIFE & LEGACY initiative, has brought in $8.6 million in legacy commitments since the program officially started collecting declarations of intent in February, 2015.

Volunteer teams from 15 CJL local organizations have been busy talking to dedicated supporters about how they envision this community in generations to come. Those legacy conversations have paid off in the form of almost 60 legacy commitments from 50 individual donors in just three months.

The South Palm Beach County Jewish community was chosen to participate in the LIFE & LEGACY initiative in August, 2014. The 4-year program, which provides training, support, and incentive grants to participating organizations, aims to assist communities in promoting after-lifetime giving to benefit local Jewish organizations.

Create a Jewish Legacy partners in South Palm For more information about Beach County have taken part in four educational the program, or to set up a events in the past six months, with four more, confidential conversation including a community-wide celebration, slated for about legacy giving, please the coming year. contact Lottie Nilsen, Director of Foundation Community CBIZ is the corporate sponsor of the local “Create a Development, at 561.852.3109 or Jewish Legacy” initiative. [email protected].

LIFE & LEGACY Participants Additional Adolph and Rose Levis JCC Jewish Association for Residential Care Create a Jewish Legacy Partners B'nai Torah Congregation Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County Congregation B’nai Israel Boca Raton Synagogue Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services Hillel of Broward and Palm Beach Congregation Shaarei Kodesh Temple Beth El Jewish Education Center of South Florida Donna Klein Jewish Academy Weinbaum Yeshiva High School Torah Academy of Boca Raton Hillel Day School of Boca Raton PROFESSIONAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE PAC Mitzvah Society Honors M. Adam Bankier, ESQ. and Welcomes Robert M. Herman, ESQ. and Barry G. Hoffman, ESQ.

More than 100 local estate planning professionals and Mitzvah Society MEMBERS others committed to philanthropic giving and the future as of June 1, 2015 of the Jewish community honored M. Adam Bankier M. Adam Bankier, Esq. Matthew J. Kutcher, CFP Bruce Barrick, CFP Paul Labinor at the Mitzvah Society Cocktail Reception on March 3, Jeffrey A. Baskies, Esq. Lawrence Larche 2015 at St. Andrews Country Club in Boca Raton. Stephen Beiner, Esq. Carol L. Lasek Steven A. Belson, Esq. Daniel J. Levine, JD Marilyn Travis-Berman Jodi R. Lustgarten, Esq. For eleven years, the Mitzvah Society has recognized Howard Bienenfeld Fred MacLean estate professionals who have been instrumental Laurence I. Blair, Esq. Seth A. Marmor, Esq. Stuart E. Bloch, Esq.* Linda A. Melcer in helping their clients make planned gifts to the Edward Bobick* Stephen G. Melcer, Esq. Jacobson Jewish Community Foundation (JJCF) Francine Cole* Burt Moss, EA Craig Donoff, Esq. Eliot S. Popper through the vehicles most appropriate to their Mary Sue Donohue, Esq. David Pratt, Esq. particular circumstances. Kenneth Edelman Kenneth A. Pritzker Janet S. Elinoff Marcy W. Robbins Stephen A. Fattel, CPA Paul Roman Elyssa Kupferberg, who co-chaired the event with Marjorie Edward L. Flank, CLU Noah B. Rosenfarb, CPA Robert Friedman Madeleine H. Rothman, Esq. Horwin, offered warm words of welcome and presented Glen R. Golish, LUTCF Jonathan Sahn, CLTC the award to Adam. The group also heard from Adam’s Sal Gorge, Esq. Mark A. Schaum, Esq., CPA Albert W. Gortz, Esq. Jeffrey Schildkraut longtime friend and client Jerry Kramer; Federation CEO Steven I. Greenwald, Esq. Howard L. Schwartz, Esq. Matt Levin; and Vice President of the Jacobson Jewish Clifford B. Hark, Esq. Ronald L. Siegel, Esq. Robert M. Herman, Esq. Ralph Solomon* Community Foundation, Cathrine Schwartz. The Mitzvah Barry G. Hoffman, Esq. Robert Spallina, Esq. Society welcomed new members Robert M. Herman, Esq. Marjorie A. Horwin, CPA Mitchell Starr Jeffrey S. Kahn, Esq. Mindy Stein, MSW, JD and Barry G. Hoffman, Esq. into its ranks. Guests enjoyed Thomas R. Kaplan Richard D. Steinberg, CFA cocktails, socializing and hearing about many “mitzvot” in Thomas O. Katz, Esq. Donald R. Tescher, Esq. David A. Katzman, CPA George Weinstein, Esq., CPA our vibrant Jewish community. Barry Kaye Jermone L. Wolf, Esq. Andrew Kravit, G.G. ISA Joel Yudenfruend, Esq., CPA Elyssa J. Kupferberg For additional information about the JJCF Professional Advisory Committee *Of Blessed Memory (PAC), contact Lisbeth Rock Cauff at 561.852.3188 or [email protected].

Robert Lewis, Matt Kutcher Don Tescher, Gail Cohen Jerry Kramer, Adam Bankier, George Bankier, Gail Golden-Bankier

Ken Pritzker, Larry Blair, Adam Bankier, Joel Yudenfreund, Elyssa Kupferberg Ronald Siegel, Jon Sahn Judi & Craig Donoff

CHAILIFE 40 PROFESSIONAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE 31st Annual PAC Seminar Prepares Estate Professionals

More than 130 local fields were represented. The audience heard from estate planning nationally renowned estate planning expert Howard M. professionals gathered Zaritsky, and many earned Continuing Education Credits. at the Boca Raton Marriott at Boca Center Chaired by E. Brian Singer, CFP®, CLU, ChFC, CPA on May 20, 2015 to (Inactive-California), the evening also featured a well- learn and network attended cocktail reception. Foundation Chair Richard at the PAC’s 31st Steinberg reviewed the JJCF year’s accomplishments and

Al Gortz, Howard M. Zaritsky, Matt Levin, Annual Seminar for Federation CEO Matt Levin thanked PAC members for the Brian Singer Professionals. Many of important work they do in strengthening the Jacobson the community’s most influential members of the legal, Jewish Community Foundation’s endowment. accounting, investment advisory, banking and insurance

PAC Powers Up with Impact Israel Mission When members of our JJCF Professional Advisory “Visiting a Moshav Committee returned from PAC’s recent Israel community bordering Gaza, mission, by all accounts the trip had lived up to where the Iron Dome its promise of something to stir every soul. only provides a Their timing meant that they even experienced 3-second warning for the power of Israel’s Memorial and Independence an incoming missile, Days like sabras. And, of course, the special PAC their daily plight camaraderie resonated throughout the week. became a reality to us.” -Larry Blair

Co-chaired by Larry Blair and Matt Kutcher, the “We witnessed first-hand mission took this committed group of estate and the impact of our Federation trust attorneys, financial wealth advisors, accountants dollars and the lives they are and insurance professionals through an ambitious changing. Our group raised itinerary. From first-time to seasoned Israel visitors, close to $30K to provide together they experienced it all, from Israel’s history recreational respite for a and holy sites to an eye on its future with cutting- community located directly outside of Gaza under edge technology and briefings from top experts and constant threat of rocket officials. From military bases on the Gaza border fire.” -Matt Kutcher to Shabbat at the Kotel. From outdoor adventures to seeing our community’s dollars in action. From ziplines to tunnels to dancing in the streets on Israel Independence Day. From forging bonds with our Sister City, Kiryat Bialik, to reflecting on their powerful, growing sense of belonging and commitment to our community and our people.

It was no surprise they returned home deeply moved, thoroughly energized and even more ready to make “I was told by anyone who has been there before that my first trip to Israel a difference. would change me. I feel deeper connections with Israel, the Federation, and the friendships I formed with the amazing group.” ~Robert Pick

OUR PAC MISSION Jeff Baskies David Katzman Robert Pick Lisbeth Rock Cauff, Larry Blair Dan Kraus David Pratt Director, Foundation TRAVELERS: David “Tex” Friedman Matt Kutcher Ken Pritzker Leadership Engagement David Friedman Dan Levine Rich Steinberg Judi & Craig Donoff Cliff Gelber Cindy Nimhauser

41 CHAILIFE JWF Announces $125,000 in Grants at Reception with Israeli Fashion House Leader

The Jewish Women’s Foundation (JWF) of South Palm Beach County announced their allocation of $125,000 in 2015 grant awards at their annual Granting Wishes Cocktail Reception on March 11, 2015 at Boca Rio

Golf Club. Nearly 175 guests gathered for Marilyn Gordon, Janet Sahr JWF Trustees the inspiring announcement, and to share a remarkable opportunity to hear Sharon Tal, Head Designer of Maskit – The Israeli Fashion House. Maskit was founded in 1945 by Ruth Dayan to empower impoverished women immigrants by employing them to design and produce authentic art and crafts. Both new and prized vintage Maskit fashions were on display in the U.S Alice Kemper, Roseanna Kadis, Sharon Tal, Rosalyn Silver Dana Egert, Andrea Dubroff premiere of the revived couture brand.

In little more than a decade, our local JWF has awarded more than $986,000 to fund programs that exponentially raise Jewish women’s and children’s abilities, education and independence locally and globally, in Sharon Tal, Jeanne Fibus Karen Weprin-Janus, Anita Wolfman, March of the Living grant recipients, categories including education, health and Gail Sack Jack Rosenbaum abuse prevention and economic security. These dollars are all donations from the JWF donors, called Trustees. Local Programs: JARC FLORIDA Café 95’s L.E.A.P. Program RUTH & NORMAN RALES JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES Let’s Get Healthy The evening was led by JWF Chair Alice MARCH OF THE LIVING From March to Miriam Kemper, and Granting Wishes Co-Chairs Roseanne Kadis and Rosalyn Silver. For Programs in Israel: CENTER FOR WOMEN’S JUSTICE INTERNATIONAL BEIT DIN Social Media more information about the Jewish Women’s Initiative for Civil Action Against Get Abuse Initiative for GET Abuse Foundation, please visit jewishboca.org/jwf EDEN CENTER Abuse Prevention & Women’s ISRAEL MUSEUM OF SCIENCE, or contact Lisbeth Rock Cauff at 561.852.3188 Health Education with Mikveh Attendants TECHNOLOGY & SPACE (MADATech) ELI: ISRAELI ASSOCIATION FOR CHILD Girl Powered Science or [email protected]. PROTECTION Training Ethiopian Social TOGETHER BEYOND WORDS Developing Workers to Work with Abused Ethiopian Leadership and Empathy through Theater and Children & Their Families Group Work HADASSAH From Addis Ababa to Jerusalem: WOMEN’S SPIRIT Preparing Battered Women Family Shabbaton Retreat for Financial Independence

CHAILIFE 42 PARTNERSHIP 2GETHER PARTNERSHIP 2GETHER JWF Announces $125,000 in Strengthening “Family” in Israel with Our Sister City Grants at Reception with Since 2002, our community has been creating an ever- Partnership 2Gether (P2G), we’ve been building living strengthening multigenerational “family” in Kiryat Bialik, bridges among residents and institutions to enhance both Israeli Fashion House Leader our Federation’s Sister City north of Haifa in Israel. Through communities. Here are just a few very recent examples: Women’s Exchange Spins for Special Needs A Special March of the Living Visit Our latest P2G Women’s Exchange filled every bike at On their Israel leg, this year’s March contingent got to know Flywheel Sports to raise funds for the special needs students at ORT Bialik High School, enjoyed a concert with program at Ort Bialik High School, a project shared with a world-traveling special needs student chorus, and sent their KB sisters. wishes for Israel and the Jewish people aloft with balloons.

CBI/KB Travels Connect Teens PAC Renews Relationships Congregation B’nai Israel students met peers from KB in New On their Israel Mission, PAC members visited KB program sites York City for a Jewish Heritage trip, then hosted them at home. and enjoyed time with friends old and new in their homes. More CBI teens who stayed with new KB friends in Israel will reunite with them in Washington, DC and Florida.

Karen Weprin-Janus, Anita Wolfman, Gail Sack

JFS Social Workers Welcomed in KB Two JFS lead social workers were welcomed like family in KB for a P2G professional exchange to visit programs for seniors, children and families, and to share expertise.

Deepest thanks to Carmit Gilad, our JAFI staff partner in Kiryat Bialik, for more than twelve years of hard work and devotion to our Boca-Bialik P2G Partnership! We wish her well in her new endeavors.

43 CHAILIFE Jacobson Jewish Community Foundation Hundreds of Local Christians and Jews Vow “Never Again” at March of Remembrance South Palm Beach County leaders and members of violinist Gil Morgenstern along with Cantorial Soloist Jewish and Christian denominations came together Michelle Auslander Cohen. with Holocaust survivors and community leaders on the Sunday before Yom HaShoah. With banners proclaiming The 2015 March of Remembrance was a regional, their purpose, 250 walked half a mile in solidarity from collaborative effort uniting the Southeast Florida Boca Raton Christian School to Temple Beth El. community through churches, synagogues and community groups. Planning for the event included, At the temple, more than 500 joined in a deeply moving among others, the Jewish Federation of South Palm ceremony featuring survivors, children from participating Beach County and its Jewish Community Relations synagogues and churches, local Jewish and Christian Council, Victory Church, Boca Raton Interfaith Clergy clergy, other dignitaries and world class music from Association, Boca Raton Christian School, Temple Beth El of Boca Raton, and The Flame Society.

“Amid rumblings of genocide, with hate crimes around us, survivors need the younger generation to hear us and understand our history so it is not repeated.”

250 walked the half mile from Boca Raton Candle lighting ceremony with survivors Norman Frajman, Holocaust survivor, -Norman Frajman Christian School and students received a standing ovation

Boca Raton City Council Member, Scott Singer; State More than 500 joined the moving ceremony at Temple Rabbi Dan Levin, Matt Levin, Pastor Don Karpinen, Rep. Lori Berman; Congressman Ted Deutch; Boca Beth El Norman Frajman, Rabbi David Steinhardt, Rev. Raton Deputy Mayor Robert Weinroth, Mayor Susan Andrew Sherman Haynie “All of humanity suffers from evil, and all of “It is an honor to work with Jewish and “Love and respect, not bigotry and hatred, us must remember, educate ourselves and Christian leaders to remember the Holocaust, are the values on which we will build our others, and rise against it.” honor survivors, and stand together to say, world together.” ‘Never again - not on our watch.” -Matt Levin, Federation President & CEO -Rabbi Dan Levin, Temple Beth El -Pastor Don Karpinen, Victory Church

JCRC Brings Lessons from Holocaust to High Schools

Earlier this year, our JCRC once again brought together powerful Holocaust Education assemblies at Boca Raton Community, Olympic Heights and Spanish River high schools. More than 2,300 students heard from and had interactive discussions with survivors, and educators including Dr. Rose Gatens, Director of the Center for Holocaust & Human Rights Education (CHHRE) at FAU, a Federation beneficiary. The programs demonstrated the significance and lessons of the Shoah toward sensitizing a new generation to the depths to which hatred and bigotry can fall. Planning for a third year of assemblies is underway.

CHAILIFE 44 Jewish Education March of the Living Makes Impact in Poland and Israel for Local Teens and Adults After months of preparation, a record 80 of our high from more than 45 countries. From the ashes, they went school students boarded an airplane to Poland for the on to discover the wonders of our modern State of Israel, 2015 March of the Living, the capstone of this remarkable celebrating Yom HaZikaron/Israel Independence Day with a Holocaust education program. And 34 additional jubilant march through the streets. Marchers embarked from our community on their parallel 5-star Adult Bus trip, intersecting with the teens at After two weeks, both students and adults returned powerful points along the way. deeply bonded to each other and the Jewish people, prepared to bear witness to the Shoah and ready to With local Holocaust survivors, rabbis and educators, they ensure that “Never Again” remains more than a slogan far traveled the depths of the Holocaust in camps, ghettos and into the future. remnants of once thriving Jewish communities in Poland. They observed Yom HaShoah/Holocaust Remembrance Recruitment for next May’s 2016 March of the Living is underway for Day on the iconic annual March of the Living from teens and adults. For more information, visit molsouth.org, email Auschwitz to Birkenau with more than 12,000 cohorts [email protected], or call 561.852.6013.

“Far from Boca Raton, I saw we are a tiny part of the world’s population, facing too much anti-Semitism. I also saw that we endured the toughest hardships, yet we never give up. The March helps us grow into willing, determined warriors who will fight for Israel and our people in college and far beyond. Am Yisrael Chai!” -local teen “I never wanted to go back to Poland, but I am so glad I did. It was such an emotional experience and I made such friends among the young people. Every Jewish child should go on this trip. It will change their lives.” -Genia Kutner, age 86, Holocaust survivor traveling with our teens “On this deepest and most meaningful journey, we saw the very worst of what was done to our people, and their resilience. We are heartened that the newest generation will bear witness to atrocities of the past and know we continue to survive and thrive.” -Howard and Lynne Halpern, Adult Bus travelers

“Returning from the March, my daughter told us she’s ‘never before felt so close to Judaism and so much love for Israel.’ She will carry this throughout her life, and surely further our Jewish family.” -parent of a local teen

45 CHAILIFE Jewish Education Israel Comes to Federation Campus for Yom HaAtzmaut Dedication Plaza at the center of the Jewish Federation of “We’re thrilled to have provided this vibrant celebration to South Palm Beach County campus was a joyous sea of blue bring all generations together to celebrate our homeland,” and white on April 23, in celebration of the 67th anniversary said Marilyn Nachman, Director of Federation’s Department of Israel’s statehood. of Jewish Education. “From our preschoolers waving their hand-made flags to our seniors who remember well The Federation and Donna Klein Jewish Academy the sacrifices and joys of the State of Israel’s beginning, collaborated on a program of professionally-led Israeli everyone got a chance to learn about and commemorate folk dancing with Silvio Berlfein of Horah Entertainment. this milestone for our people.” Throughout the day, DKJA and Zale Early Childhood Center classes paraded and danced, cheered on by Said Yafa Levit, DKJA Principal of Lower School Judaics, residents of JARC and Gould and Weinberg senior housing, “With our own adopted custom of outdoor Israeli dancing for parents, employees of the many entities on the Federation DKJA as well as Zale preschool students, we continue in our campus, DKJA’s Claire and Emanuel G. Rosenblatt High own community the beautiful tradition for Israelis to dance in School students and campus visitors. the streets of every city on the eve of Yom HaAtzmaut.”

FAU Professor Helps Yasher Koach to Our Teachers Combat Our Educator Awardees CyberbullYing Congratulations to two local Jewish educators honored this past year for their professional achievements with Dr. Sameer Hinduja, Professor of Criminology and awards and stipends for professional growth through our Criminal Justice at FAU and Co-Director of the Federation’s Department of Jewish Education. Cyberbullying Research Center, led 65 local day school and congregational school educators in a program to Rabbi Amir Guttman better understand and develop an action plan to address (center), a Judaic Studies cyberbullying and unsafe social networking. He provided teacher at Torah Academy of Boca Raton, received a wealth of information including legal principles, and the National Grinspoon- clarity on intervention when incidents originate off- Steinhardt Award for his exceptional achievement campus. A member of the Research Advisory Board in local Jewish day school for Harvard University’s Internet Safety Task Force, Dr. education; pictured with Rabbi Shaya Baumann,TABR Hinduja stressed that it takes a coordinated effort to Dean and Marla Weiss Egers, shape and enhance the existing social and relational Federation Exec. VP climate across a school to improve attitudes and behaviors. The teachers used cell phones to answer key questions in real-time interactive lessons. JoAnn Gorodetzer (center), a career Jewish educator, received the Gerald Legow Outstanding Achievement in Jewish Education Recognition Award for her work at Temple Sinai; pictured with Dr. Ruth and Gerald Legow

CHAILIFE 46 More than 100 girls with their mothers, grandmothers and American Girl dolls overflowed part of the dress section at Lord & Taylor in Mizner Park in east Boca Raton on Sunday, April 19. Many girls and dolls were dressed up for the sold out event – a special Afternoon Tea with PJ Library Palm Beach County and Jacqueline Dembar Greene, author of the “Rebecca Books” in American Girl’s historical series. ® of South From throughout the Jewish community, guests arrived for “mingle and schmooze” time, including tea sandwiches, cookies, lemonade and iced tea catered by JARC. The girls also enjoyed decorating their own Shabbat candlesticks. Then, as moms and grandmas cradled girls, and girls cradled dolls, Greene described crafting Rebecca as a vehicle for readers to imagine growing up during the great wave of immigration to America in the decades around 1900 – including stories from her own family that resonate in the books.

Of particular interest to the PJ Library audience was Greene’s emphasis on including Jewish traditions and perspectives in the books so that children of all backgrounds would learn about them, as well as the many examples of mitzvot and tikkun olam. As Rebecca faces a difficult choice that might help those in need, she is told, “Your heart will tell you the right thing to do.” A special thank you to the Jewish Women’s Foundation and Lord & Yasher Koach to Taylor for making this afternoon possible. Our Educator Awardees

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ADOLPH & ROSE LEVIS JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER (JCC) • 561.852.3200 • www.levisjcc.org Founded in 1983, the Adolph & Rose Levis Jewish So much more than outstanding programming, Community Center continues to be a cornerstone the Levis JCC is a caring organization that of Jewish life in this community, providing a broad takes great pride in supporting the community range of enriching programs and services for in a variety of ways. A financial assistance individuals of all ages and abilities, meeting the program enables many families, who would diverse needs of members, the Jewish community not otherwise be able, to send their children to and the community at large. the preschool, summer camp or special needs programs throughout the year. Residents of The Levis JCC promotes and enhances JARC, Gould and Weinberg Houses utilize the Jewish culture, heritage and values through Sports & Wellness Center for recreation and educational, spiritual, social, wellness and socialization at no charge. The Levis JCC’s recreational programs at the Betty & Marvin rich Art, Culture & Learning programming are Zale Early Childhood Learning Center, Marleen often lifelines for adults seeking a connection Forkas Camps, the Helene & Roy Schwedelson to community. Through all of its programs Special Needs Programs, the Phyllis & Harvey and services, every day the Levis JCC makes a Sandler Center for Jewish Life Enhancement, difference in people’s lives. the Sports & Wellness Center, and Thrift Shop.

JEWISH ASSOCIATION FOR RESIDENTIAL CARE (JARC) • 561.558.2550 • www.jarcfl.org Here’s Looking at You JARC! A non-sectarian Author, Brad Meltzer. He eloquently spoke organization, JARC provides group homes, about heroes and the legacy one leaves apartments and vocational training for adults behind. with developmental disabilities. JARC strives to assist each individual in becoming all he The Volunteer of the Year Award went to or she is capable of being, encouraging this Carin Friedman. New to the JARC family, growth in a caring, nurturing environment. Carin has a son in JARC’s residential program. It is JARC’s mission, in partnership with the The Dr. Melvin R. Clayman Humanitarian families of clients, to promote independence, Award was presented to Milton Schwartz. Dr. dignity and self-respect in order to create Clayman’s daughter and JARC Board Member, more fulfilling lives. Caryn Clayman, Esq., presented the award stating, “Anytime there has been a need in the On March 8, 2015 over 450 of JARC’s Culinary Training Center, Milton Schwartz has supporters traveled back in time to been there to answer the need. His generosity Casablanca for the 29th Gala at Boca West has contributed to the success and growth of Country Club chaired by Elizabeth and Peter the Culinary Training Center and Café 95”. Levine. One of the highlights of the event was the keynote speaker, NY Times Best Selling

RUTH & NORMAN RALES JEWISH FAMILY SER VICES (JFS) • 561.852.3333 • www.ralesjfs.org

Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services items to clients of the Jacobson Family (JFS) offers help, hope and humanity through Food Pantry, a program of JFS, which serves their comprehensive range of programs and residents in need in the Boca Raton, Highland services which support people of all ages Beach and Delray Beach areas. Although JFS and beliefs. With locations in Boca Raton makes bi-weekly deliveries to its Food Pantry and Delray Beach, JFS programs & services clients, it was very special for JFS to have include food & financial assistance, senior kicked off their period of Passover deliveries services, counseling & mental health services, on Good Deeds Day. The day’s effort alone career & employment services, and many impacted over 100 clients. volunteer opportunities. The food used for the deliveries was donated This past March, over 50 JFS volunteers and packaged by members of Addison participated in International Good Deeds Reserve Country Club. These food packages Day, an annual, global tradition that includes included many additional items above and countless good deeds being done all around beyond the regular allocation that were the world. Participants delivered Passover special for Passover.

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Donna Klein Jewish A cademy (DKJA) • 561.852.3300 • www.dkja.org DKJA recently joined more than 100 Jewish high dimensions of Jewish law through creative school students from across North America in Los engagement with contemporary situations. Each Angeles, California to compete in the 2015/5775 team of students prepared a written decision and RAVSAK Moot Beit Din. The Claire and Emanuel G. presented an oral argument before a panel of rabbis, Rosenblatt High School at DKJA team, led by Asher scholars, and lawyers, in response to a case. This Gritz, Macayla Gritz, Dana Lipson, and Abraham year’s case focused on social media, Internet privacy, Waserstein with the support of their advisor Rabbi and communication ethics. Examining Jewish legal Baruch Plotkin and teacher Lydia Zafrir, earned perspectives on privacy and Lashon Harah (derogatory second place in the Brandeis division. speech), each Moot Beit Din team responded to the question: Does a school administrator have the right The Moot Beit Din challenges Jewish high school to suspend a student based on information acquired students to examine the ethical and moral from the app SnapChat?

HILLEL DAY SCHOOL OF BOCA RATON • 561.470.5000 • www.hilleldayschool.org HDS of Boca Raton is a Modern Orthodox Zionist day Kamsly Teen Programs Fund for partially sponsoring school that serves over 500 students from 2-year-olds some of the students. through 8th graders. April was time for the annual Middle School class trips. The 6th grade Sea Camp at Back in Boca Raton, Yom Ha’atzmaut was celebrated Pigeon Key provided an opportunity to learn about with a full day of interactive learning stations about marine life in its natural habitat. The 7th grade trip to the State of Israel, ending with the grand finale Washington, DC offered a first-hand look at the nation’s performance of the Daglanut (Israeli Flag Routine) capital, with museums and other attractions. The 8th by the 5th graders. Other exciting recent programs graders’ trip to Israel was an incredible 9-day ultimate included the annual Lower School Read-a-thon and culmination of a Hillel Day School education, including Science Fair, and the 1st grade Chag Hatorah, in which Holocaust Remembrance Day, and Israel’s Memorial and the students receive their firstChumashim Independence Days. HDS especially thanks the JJCF

TORAH ACADEMY OF BOCA RATON • 561.465.2200 • www.torahacademybr.org What does it feel like to face the daily challenges that was a fantastic, creative way to introduce them to the those who are in the special needs community confront challenges the special needs community face, in their on a daily basis? Torah Academy Middle School daily lives. answered this question as students participated in a sensitivity training workshop sponsored by Yachad, Torah Academy of Boca Raton is a Jewish day school the National Jewish Council for Disabilities, which is committed to promoting a lifelong commitment and led by the Florida Division’s Mrs. Denise Herschberg passion for Torah study and observance, inspiring and Mrs. Tzippy Rosen. The students were introduced personal and ethical growth, providing an outstanding to seven different types of disabilities, both cognitive secular and Jewish education, and stimulating a love for and physical, and through creative activities got a Israel and Jewish unity, while preparing students to be taste of what it takes to accomplish certain tasks while productive members of the Jewish community and the having these challenges. This eye-opening experience world at large.

WEINBAUM YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL • 561.470.5000 • www.wyhs.net WYHS celebrates the ideals of Ahavat Yisrael mark three special days on the Jewish calendar: Yom (tolerance), Tikkun Olam (communal responsibility), Hashoah, Yom Hazikaron, and Yom Haatzmaut. On Yom and Medinat Yisrael (the modern state of Israel). The Hashoah, students were given the unique opportunity WYHS Mission is to: Inspire students to make a life-long of hearing from Holocaust survivors, including Mr. Aaron commitment to Jewish values, learning and observance Bell, one of the Bielski brothers featured in the 2009 film, through the prism of Torah and to challenge students Defiance. On Yom Hazikaron, a memorial day dedicated with an excellent college and yeshiva preparatory to commemorating fallen Israeli soldiers and victims of program in order to succeed at the finest institutions of terror, our students heard from two heroes: a current IDF higher learning. soldier and an Israeli war veteran. On Yom Ha’atzmaut, Israel Independence Day, the entire WYHS student body Over the last few months, students were able to participated in a day full of festivities. celebrate and participate in special programs, which

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Adolph and Rose Levis Alzheimer & Adult Day Care • 561.558.2510; www.Volencenter.com This full-time, weekday program operated by enriching mental and physical activities the Volen Center serves those with dementia and provides them with stimulating and Alzheimer’s disease and provides entertainment. Breakfast and lunch are caregivers with much needed relaxation. served. A support group is also offered for A caring staff leads daily participants in caregivers.

Bbyo Gold Coast Region • 954.252.1912 • www.bbyo.org BBYO’s pluralistic movement of Jewish teens, international leadership model of AZA and BBG, alumni, parents, volunteers and philanthropists provides meaningful teen-led programming, a serves as a vital platform for the Jewish responsibility to the global Jewish community, community and its post-Bar/Bat Mitzvah an unwavering commitment to the State of audience. Its fun, meaningful and affordable Israel, and dedication to tikkun olam – repairing experiences inspire a lasting connection the world. to the Jewish people. In addition, BBYO’s

The Center for Holocaust and Human Rights Education at Florida Atlantic University (FAU) 561.297.2929 • www.coe.fau.edu/centersandprograms/CHHRE The FAU Center for Holocaust and Human Armenian Genocide. The Center sponsored Rights Education supports K-12 public school two professional development workshops for teachers who implement Florida’s mandate FAU’s education students, who conducted Yom for Holocaust Education in Palm Beach County Ha Shoah programs at Palm Beach County and six other South Florida school districts. library branches in Boca Raton, Wellington, Both the Center and Florida’s Holocaust and Lantana, showcasing renowned genocide Education mandate promote respect for scholar Taner Açkam, who spoke about his all people through studying the Holocaust, work on the Armenian Genocide. The Center’s genocide, and human rights. Throughout April, June 2015 Summer Institute for Holocaust the Center conducted many events related Educators focused on the Holocaust in the to Yom Ha Shoah and the Centenary of the former Soviet Union.

Federation Transportation Services • 561.852.3280 • www.jewishboca.org Federation Transportation Services, Inc. (FTS) has recently been awarded two brand new, was established in 1993 to respond to the large wheelchair buses and one small bus from overwhelming demand for transportation the Florida Department of Transportation. The services for the elderly and disabled in South buses will arrive in January to help serve more Palm Beach County. FTS services the continuing than 53,207 trips annually for those in need. and growing need for transportation to get Financial assistance is available based on each the infirm to medical and life-sustaining client’s eligibility to qualify for government facilities, such as doctor offices, grocery stores, programs. For more information please contact pharmacies and local congregate hot meal sites the FTS office. when families cannot provide assistance. FTS

Hillel of Broward and Palm Beach • 561.297.4100 • www.hillelcenter.org Hillel of Broward and Palm Beach students, Scholarship Award was presented to Melody parents, alumni, and community members DeSanto. Melody held numerous positions of celebrated a festive end-of-the-year Shabbat responsibility with Hillel in addition to traveling dinner in April. The warm and meaningful with Hillel to Israel, participating in JEWELL evening began with a Shabbat service (Jewish Empowered Women Exemplifying conducted by Rabbi Glenn Ettman, Hillel’s first Leadership and Learning) and taking part in the full-time campus rabbi. He offered a special Network, a mentoring program that matches prayer and tribute for Hillel’s graduating students with Jewish professionals in their field seniors. An awards ceremony also recognized of study to model both professional behavior the contributions of students who showed and Jewish communal involvement. Hillel exceptional leadership. The annual Darin Diner students truly are the Jewish future!

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JAFCO - Jewish Adoption and Family Care Options • 561.372.0103 • www.jafco.org Established in 1992, JAFCO is a non-profit the-art, 6-acre campus, provides a loving, safe organization that began with the mission of home for up to 52 children, including 6 group providing homes and services to abused and homes and a 24-hour Emergency Shelter. The neglected Jewish children in South Florida. first of its kind nationally, this program raises Since then, JAFCO has provided shelter, food, the standard in caring for abused children. clothing, education, medical care and therapy Additionally, JAFCO opened the Children’s to over 5,800 children, and currently serves Ability Center last July, for families raising a over 400 children and their families through child with a developmental disability. This very a complete continuum of care. Created in large facility is a respite and resource center 2002, JAFCO Children’s Village, a state-of with services for the entire family.

Jewish Education Center of South Florida • 561.544.2854 • www.jecsouthflorida.org The JEC runs educational and cultural Seder led by none other than Pharaoh (Rabbi programs with the goal of enriching Jewish Eisenberg in costume) were just a few of lives. Children attending the JEC Hebrew the Pesach activities. Now the JEC is getting School and Camp Nageela Boca have been geared up for another fun Summer of Camp having a blast. A group trip to a real Shmurah Nageela Boca. New to camp this year is Sensei Matzah Bakery in East Boca and a Model CJ, who will be teaching the campers JEWjitsu!

Jewish Student Connection • 954.294.2347 • www.myjsc.org JSC exists to help high school students first regional field day, where over 50 teens explore their Jewish identity through personal participated. The event was a partnership connections to the culture, the people, the with the Friendship Circle in Fort Lauderdale nation of Israel, and one another. JSC clubs and Maccabi, and goods were collected to currently operate in a total of 29 public and donate to the Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish secular schools in South Florida, five of which Family Services. JSC’s end-of-the-year and are in South Palm Beach County. JSC continues summer involvement opportunities for teens to build relationships with local teens to help are currently being planned! To start a JSC them connect with their Jewish heritage. They club at a school or join an existing group, email recently held Yom JSC, the organization’s [email protected].

Kosher Konnection • 561.495.8808 • www.Volencenter.com This hot kosher meal program is one of seven Volen Center staff and the volunteers provided senior dining sites operated by the Volen by the Jewish Federation welcome seniors Center. Providing meals five days a week to daily, providing nutrition education, activities, seniors 60 and over and funded by the Older and opportunities to meet new friends. Americans Act, this kosher dining site offers The Volen Center also provides no-cost much-needed opportunities for socializing. transportation to and from its dining sites.

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51 CHAILIFE Synagogue Updates Anshei Emuna Congregation (O) 16189 Jog Road, Delray Beach • 561.499.9229 • www.ansheiemuna.org Anshei Emuna Congregation offers a Jewish nurturing. Daily services, weekly Torah and experience for those of diverse Jewish Talmud classes are offered. Yehudah Millen, backgrounds and observance levels. Rabbi during Friday Kabbalat Service’s led by Ba’al Jack Engel believes that a synagogue has to Tefilah, creates an ambiance that ushers in the be an environment that is warm, friendly, and Shabbat with song and joy.

Beth Ami (C) 1401 N.W. 4th Ave., Boca Raton • 561.347.0031 • www.bethamiboca.org Beth Ami Congregation is a Conservative congregation. Cantor Elliott Dicker continues synagogue, offering worship services on to lead with meaningful song. Beth Ami is a Shabbat and all traditional Holy Days. Rabbi vibrant and growing synagogue with a strong Joe Fishof is the new spiritual leader, bringing commitment to Zionism. It offers many social the life lessons, the knowledge of the Torah, and educational programs devoted to Israel and the dedication necessary to lead the and the Jewish way of life.

B’nai Torah Congregation (C) 6261 SW 18th Street, Boca Raton • 561.392.8566 • www.bnai-torah.org B’nai Torah is excited and proud to welcome of his band, “Boaz Ve’Hakotzrim” (“Boaz & the Cantor Boaz Davidoff to their community. Boaz Harvests”). Boaz also teaches music, produces employs a unique musical style - a blend of CDs, and performs in children’s musical theatre. classic cantorial with rock, Balkan and world All are invited to hear his musical stylings during music. He joins B’nai Torah from Israel, where Friday evening and Shabbat morning services he performs both as a solo artist and as part each week beginning in July.

Boca Jewish Center/ Shaaray Tefilla (O) 21065 Powerline Road, Boca Raton; 561.477.8872 • www.bocajewishcenter.org Boca Jewish Center welcomed Israel’s former on the Eastern Seaboard, the warmth of this Ashkenazi Chief Rabbi and Current Chief Rabbi welcoming and engaged community is truly of Tel Aviv, Rabbi Israel Meir Lau as well as one of a kind. Under the guidance of Rabbi Hineni founder Rebbetzin Esther Jungreis Yaakov Gibber, this community has become as part of their Scholar-In-Residence Series. both vibrant and strong, having grown Considered by many as one of the fastest exponentially both in size and stature. growing Orthodox Shuls and communities

Boca Raton Synagogue (O) 7900 Montoya Circle, Boca Raton • 561.394.0394 • www.brsonline.org The Boca Raton Synagogue will be running is open to all members of the broader Jewish its 4th annual Jewish Learning Program community. All levels are welcome and no throughout the month of July. Twelve young previous study background is required. To Torah scholars will be available during schedule or for more information, contact weeknights for individual study sessions in Rabbi Simmy Shabtai at [email protected] or any area of interest, at no cost. This program 347.439.7031.

Chabad of East Boca (O) 120 NE 1st Ave, Boca Raton • 561.417.7797 • www.ChabadBocaBeaches.com Chabad of East Boca is a hub of quality Jewish women’s group meets monthly and engages education for all ages. Some of the most in lively discussion on relationships. Executive popular programs include: Kabbalah and Study Partners offers classes to business Coffee on Sunday mornings, My Big Chaver professionals at the office. Everyone is invited for boys on Sunday mornings, Torah Studies to find the class that’s right for them at the on Tuesday nights and Yeshiva Night on synagogue’s webpage.

Thursday nights. The Rosh Chodesh Society

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Congregation Beth Adam (H) 561.443.1769 • www.bethadam.com Congregation Beth Adam recently held their in the search for knowledge and unity. The Sunday School graduation celebration and congregation sponsors this celebration in picnic at the South County Civic Center. This recognition of its students’ accomplishments family-and-friend oriented picnic included and their desire to pursue their Jewish the students receiving certificates. This yearly heritage. event draws the congregation closer together

Congregation B’nai Israel (R) 2200 Yamato Rd., Boca Raton • 561.241.8118 • www.cbiboca.org Congregation B’nai Israel recently celebrated for next season is underway, and will include its 30th Anniversary with a cocktail reception, the 3rd Annual Speaker Series, the Nagle silent auction, and beautiful service. The next Family Jewish Film Festival, new adult learning season will be kicking off with a new look, opportunities, and a variety of inspiring including an updated website. High Holy Day musical Shabbats. They look forward to information is coming soon. Programming enlarging their congregation.

Congregation Shaarei Kodesh (C) 19785 Hampton Dr., Boca Raton • 561.852.6555 • www.shaareikodesh.org Congregation Shaarei Kodesh received and Israel education by Benji Lovitt, an grants from both USCJ and JNF for Israeli American who made aliyah. Benji entertained programming. This funding helped to support a group of 130 people regarding real life in a program called “70 Faces of Israel” which Israel, the Israeli mentality, and his experience hosted various speakers throughout the year. as a new oleh. One of the events was an evening of laughter

Congregation Shirat Shalom (R) PO Box 971142, Boca Raton (meeting at Olympic Heights High School) 561.488.8079 www.shiratshalom.org In observance of Holocaust Remembrance older students and their parents about her Day, Congregation Shirat Shalom Hebrew experiences. The students understand they School students and parents were honored are the last generation to have the privilege to meet Pearl Baras, a Holocaust survivor. to personally meet Survivors, and their Mrs. Baras helped the younger students responsibility to carry their stories forward. with their Hebrew studies and spoke to the

Delray Orthodox Synagogue (O) 7319 W. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach • 561.499.0970 • www.delrayorthodox.com This Modern Orthodox Synagogue a Shul.” They are honored to be the offers services 3 times daily all year first ever synagogue to recently have round, and of course a big Kiddush a Torah Scroll donated in memory of after Shabbat morning services. those who tragically lost their lives Regular Torah classes, guest speakers, in the Har Nof tragedy in November, Sisterhood functions and trips are just HY”D. part of what makes them a “Jewel of

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53 CHAILIFE Synagogue Updates Temple Anshei Shalom (C) 7099 W. Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach • 561.495.1300 www.templeansheishalom.org/ Four women donors spearheaded the officially completed and dedicated writing of a new Torah. Thanks to these on Sunday, March 22, after the last four members, each of whom honored letter was inscribed by Sofer Rabbi a departed loved one, Temple Anshei Klein. More than 130 members of the Shalom of Delray Beach is now home congregation contributed to the writing to a new, beautiful, light Sefer Torah of the new Torah. scroll and silver crown. The Torah was

Temple Beth El Of Boca Raton (R) 333 SW 4th Ave., Boca Raton; 9800 Yamato Road, Boca Raton • 561.391.8900 www.tbeboca.org Senator Christopher J. Dodd addressed Jay Weinberg, draws upon the legacy a crowd of almost 300 attorneys at of the Nuremberg Trials to uphold Temple Beth El’s 6th Annual Project the importance of the rule of law in Nuremberg Luncheon on Friday, April seeking justice. Dodd was emotional as 17, 2015. This impactful event, held in he spoke of the continued importance conjunction with the South County Bar in examining this seminal moment in Association and Lynn University, and history, when the rule of law stood up generously underwritten by Marilyn and against evil and won.

Temple Beth Shira 19140 Lyons Road, Boca Raton, 561.912.1453 • www.templebethshira.org The Temple Beth Shira Board of URJ congregations, brings a wealth of Directors could not be happier to experience, talent, and excitement to report that Cantor (and soon to be this synagogue community. A Temple Rabbi) Bruce Benson has agreed to Beth Shira co-founder, he returns to serve as Rabbi & Spiritual Leader. TBS ready to enrich the community in Cantor Benson, with over 45 years of exciting and vital ways. experience serving and leading Reform

Temple Sinai of South Palm Beach County (R) 2475 West Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach • 561.276.6161 • www.templesinaipbc.com Under the guidance of Rabbi Greg interests, such as Adult Education, Kanter, Temple Sinai welcomes Bar and Bat Mitzvah Programs, crash all peoples (including traditional, courses in Hebrew or Yiddish, and interfaith, multicultural and LGBT) to prayer study group. Outside interfaith join his congregation. Temple Sinai community involvement allowed for offers meaningful weekly Shabbat participation in development of a services and Torah study group. A Children’s Garden. multitude of programs meet diverse

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MARCUS & LEVINE, CPAs e THE BANKIER LAW FIRM THE EVENT Boca West and PAC Kick-off Contact: Corey Levine Bankier Contact: Adam Bankier [email protected] Law 561.278.3110 Firm [email protected] MARSH & MCLENNAN AGENCY-SEITLIN www.bankierlaw.com B&P Division Industry Icon Series BERGER SINGERMAN event and Federation’s Annual Meeting Broken Sound Contact: Steve Light Contact: Dan Mielnicki 954.267.8559 561.241.9500 [email protected] [email protected] www.mma-fl.com www.bergersingerman.com The Marton Bute Marcus BRANHAM REALTY INC. Wealth Management Group Boca Woods of Merrill Lynch Contact: Suzanne Branham Addison Reserve, Federation’s Annual Meeting, 561.479.8489 PAC Kick-off and Super Sunday. [email protected] Contact: Robert W. Marton www.BranhamRealty.com 561.361.3456 [email protected] CBIZ MHM, LLC www.fa.ml.com/martonbutemarcus Create a Jewish Legacy & PAC 31st Annual Professional Seminar Polen Capital Management Contact: David Katzman B&P Division Industry Icon Series event 561.994.5050 and IsraelFest [email protected] Contact: Dan Davidowitz wwww.cbiz.com 561.241.2425 [email protected] CHOICE EMPLOYEE BENEFITS INC. www.polencapital.com B&P Division Industry Icon event Contact: Howard Silverstein Suffolk Construction 561.404.0245 The Event [email protected] Contact: Jeff Gouveia, Jr. www.choiceemployeebenefits.com 561.282.3000 [email protected] Critter Control www.suffolk.com IsraelFest Contact: Jason Sacco Waterstone Resort & Marina, 561.274.0224 a DoubleTree by Hilton [email protected] Gold Coast www.crittercontrolwestpalmbeach.com Contact: Jennifer Graham 561.226.3104 DermPartners [email protected] JWF’s Granting Wishes www.waterstoneboca.com Contact: Jan Shandler 561.883.5640 [email protected] $2,500+ www.dermpartnersbocaraton.com Akerman LLP THE DROWOS WEALTH MANAGEMENT Federation’s Annual Meeting GROUP OF WELLS FARGO ADVISORS, LLC Contact: Arlene K. Kline, Esq. Super Sunday Hungry Hero food sponsor 561.653.5000 Contact: Bryan Drowos [email protected] 561.338.8086 www.akerman.com [email protected] Assisting Hands of Boca Raton www.DrowosWMG.com and Delray Beach GREENBRIER IsraelFest IsraelFest Contact: Ricardo Perez Contact Person: Mike Gilliam 561.404.0550 214.979.2700 [email protected] [email protected] www.assistinghands.com/bocadelray www.GreenbrierDevelopment.com Baer Family Baer Family Foundation, Inc. Northern Trust Young Adult Division End of the Year Party B&P Division Industry Icon Series event Foundation, Inc. Contact: David Baer Contact: Becky Lightman 561.702.4443 561.912.4019 [email protected] [email protected] *listing in alphabetical order by level www.northerntrust.com

CHAILIFE 56 Corporate Sponsors* $2,500+ IN-KIND Sponsors* $2,500+ Prudential $15,000+ THE BANKIER LAW FIRM PAC 31st Annual Seminar. Boca West and PAC Kick-off Contact: Teri Sullivan-Yelko IVAN & CO JEWELERS Contact: Adam Bankier 904.704.6340 Lion of Judah Luncheon 561.278.3110 [email protected] Contact: Jane Kurcsinka [email protected] www.prudential.com 561.488.2863 www.bankierlaw.com [email protected] Rehmann www.ivancojewelers.com BERGER SINGERMAN PAC Kick-off, PAC Holiday Party Broken Sound and PAC Seminar. $10,000+ Contact: Dan Mielnicki Contact: Leonard Levine 561.241.9500 561.912.2300 COMMERCIAL PRINTERS, INC. [email protected] [email protected] Chai Life Magazine www.bergersingerman.com www.rehmann.com Contact: Larry Lipsitz

COMMERCIALINC. 954.781.3737 ext. 206 BRANHAM REALTY INC. Sunstates Security, LLC IsraelFest PRINTERS [email protected] Boca Woods COMMERCIAL PRINTERS INC. www.cpi2.com Contact: Suzanne Branham Contact: Bill Schira 561.479.8489 954.818.0124 [email protected] [email protected] $5,000+ www.SunstatesSecurity.com www.BranhamRealty.com Atlas Party Rental CBIZ MHM, LLC WGI Leadership Gifts Event, Sandler Family Major Gifts Federation’s Annual Meeting Create a Jewish Legacy & and Super Sunday Contact Person: Joel Wantman PAC 31st Annual Professional Seminar Heather Rouffe 561.687.2220 Contact: David Katzman 561.547.6565 [email protected] 561.994.5050 [email protected] www.wantmangroup.com [email protected] www.atlaspartyrental.com wwww.cbiz.com ZEUNER REALTY Boca Pointe $2,500+ CHOICE EMPLOYEE BENEFITS INC. Contact: Doris Zeuner B&P Division Industry Icon event 561.447.2100 DATAMAN GROUP DIRECT Contact: Howard Silverstein [email protected] Direct Marketing Lists & Services 561.404.0245 www.thezeunerteam.com Contact: Dale Filhaber [email protected] 800.771.3282 www.choiceemployeebenefits.com IN-KIND Sponsors* [email protected] Critter Control www.datamangroup.com IsraelFest $50,000+ Lord & taylor Contact: Jason Sacco American Doll PJ Library® Event 561.274.0224 THE BOCA RATON OBSERVER B&P Division’s Icon Series, Mindy Horvitz [email protected] 561.394.5656 www.crittercontrolwestpalmbeach.com JWF’s Granting Wishes, Leadership Gifts Event, Lion of Judah Luncheon, [email protected] DermPartners Men’s Sip & Savor, Men’s Sports www.lordandtaylor.com Night Out, Men’s Spring Event, JWF’s Granting Wishes Macy’s Contact: Jan Shandler PAC Mitzvah Society Reception, JWF Granting Wishes Sandler Family Major Gifts and The Event 561.883.5640 Contact: Kathy Clarke Contact: Linda Behmoiras [email protected] 561.393.4312 561.982.8960 ext. 301 www.dermpartnersbocaraton.com [email protected] [email protected] www.macys.com THE DROWOS WEALTH MANAGEMENT www.bocaratonobserver.com GROUP OF WELLS FARGO ADVISORS, LLC Pita ‘N Go Super Sunday Hungry Hero food sponsor $25,000+ Off-campus kosher catering orders Contact: Bryan Drowos Contact: Ben Mazar 561.338.8086 BOCA MAGAZINE 561.477.0633 Country Club Sponsor, IsraelFest [email protected] [email protected] and YAD Comedy Night FAST | FRESH | TASTY www.DrowosWMG.com www.pitangoboca.com Contact: Tim Schwab GREENBRIER 561.997.8683 Waterstone Resort & Marina, IsraelFest [email protected] a DoubleTree by Hilton Contact Person: Mike Gilliam www.bocamag.com IsraelFest 214.979.2700 Contact: Jennifer Graham [email protected] $20,000+ 561.226.3104 www.GreenbrierDevelopment.com [email protected] HOTWIRE COMMUNICATIONS www.waterstoneboca.com Northern Trust Super Sunday B&P Division Industry Icon Series event Contact: Carl Lender Contact: Becky Lightman 954.628.7020 561.912.4019 [email protected] [email protected] www.hotwirecommunications.com www.northerntrust.com *listing in alphabetical order by level 57 CHAILIFE SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT Continued from Page 4 Distribution Committee (JDC) travelled with a small JFNA delegation Barclays is an international to visit affected families and individuals including those displaced financial services provider from their homes. Amid “dire challenges evident everywhere,” they engaged in personal banking, witnessed Federation’s two international partners – the JDC and the Community credit cards, corporate and Jewish Agency for Israel (JAFI) – working tirelessly. investment banking and wealth Cities in eastern Ukraine have become management with an extensive combat zones with bombed out homes, presence in Europe, the Americas, businesses closed and incomes cut off. Jews Africa and Asia. Barclays’ purpose in Donetsk, Lugansk and the surrounding is to help people achieve their areas have either fled the region or remain ambitions – in the right way. With trapped, cut off from the rest of the country. Unable to leave their war-torn over 300 years of history and Elyssa Kupferberg, Jerry Kramer areas where food, water, fuel, medicine and expertise in banking, Barclays other necessities are increasingly scarce, operates in over 50 countries and employs approximately 130,000 thousands of vulnerable Jewish children, people. Barclays moves, lends, invests and helps protect money families and the elderly depend on our partners, whose perseverance for customers and clients worldwide. For more information, please risks their personal safety – and on our compassion and generosity. contact Barclays Investment Representative, Elyssa Kupferberg at Some are attempting to resettle in safer parts of Ukraine, leaving belongings 561.671.1264 or [email protected], or visit barclays. and often loved ones behind. For the first time since the aftermath of World com/wealth/Americas. War II, Jews in Europe are displaced. Amid disorientation and grief, they try to subsist with little or no income. Our partners are there, helping with Ivan & Co. Jewelers Inc. is a necessities like housing, senior care, activities for children, and preparation family owned and operated fine for aliyah for those seeking new lives in Israel. retail jewelry store with over four “Our home visits amid such great needs, limited generations of expert jewelers resources and uncertainty were unsettling and custom designing. Ivan features upsetting,” says Etta. “People are shattered, custom designs, hand-crafted in 18 disbelieving, and struggling to find hope and stamina. karat gold or platinum, with your But our Federation partners are working 24/7, afraid gemstones or theirs. Insurance to rest and committed to bringing each and every appraisals, repairs, and all facets Jew compassionate care and dignity. They are the brightness in a region where hope is scarce.” of fine jewelry are done on the Linor Abargil, Jane Kurcsinka premises. Estates and unwanted Our Federation has always been committed to Linda & Ralph Behmoiras and jewelry, watches, coins, gold, providing a safety net for the most vulnerable Jews in the world – The Boca Raton Observer congratulate platinum and other items are discretely purchased. For more no matter where they live. During this multi-year crisis, Federations the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County information, please contact Jane or Ivan Kurcsinka at 561.488.2863 across North America have raised an additional nearly $5 million to or [email protected]. help our partners provide vital aid to Ukrainian Jewish communities. for its tremendous work and support of Israel and our But far more help is and will continue to be needed. entire Jewish community. We have been proud donors Boca Magazine has been a DONATE NOW TO THE and sponsors of this incredible organization for many premier publication of South UKRAINE EMERGENCY FUND years and we look forward to many more. Florida for more than 30 years. at Their award-winning family of jewishboca.org/ukraine magazines includes Worth Avenue, Delray Beach, Mizner’s Dream (the Boca Raton Resort & Club’s publication) and the Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce annual publication. Boca Raton magazine Marie Speed, Group Editor in Chief of Boca Magazine is committed to bringing the best of Boca Raton and South Florida to their readers, from the issues affecting our community to the 561.982.8960 thought leaders interviewed in every magazine. To advertise in any of the publications in the Boca Raton family, contact Tim bocaratonobserver.com Schwab at 561.997.8683 or email [email protected].

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