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Federation Announces Palm Beach

Center to Combat Antisemitism and Hatred

Local antisemitism has surged to unprecedented levels, The Palm Beach Center and its partners work together to
driven in part by recent brutal attacks on Israel and the make an impact in several key areas.
subsequent war with Hamas. Leading with Purpose
Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County has a long • Legislative Victory: Federation and partners led a
history of collaborating with the local community to fight coalition to pass the Florida Public Nuisance Act, elevating
this chronic, age-old scourge. To significantly escalate its penalties for antisemitic activity up to a third-degree felony.
efforts, Federation has introduced The Palm Beach Center Swift law enforcement action has resulted in multiple arrests.
to Combat Antisemitism and Hatred. • Acknowledging Allies: Recognizing elected officials,
The Palm Beach Center strategically leads county-wide law enforcement professionals, faith leaders, school
public opposition to antisemitism and anti-Israel activity, district administrators, and other non-Jewish community
prioritizing the safety of the local Jewish community allies who condemn antisemitism and advocate for the
while fostering tolerance for all. This commitment is people of Israel.
aimed at securing a thriving Jewish Palm Beach today,
tomorrow, and forever. Federation Announces on page 2
Alpert JFS to Host

20th Annual No Excuse for Abuse Evening

Ferd & Gladys Alpert Jewish Family Service of Palm hilarious and inspiring. In illustrating five decades of Alpert JFS’ ongoing commitment
Beach County (Alpert JFS) will host its highly regarded 20th September, Flatiron Books to excellence in human service delivery, domestic abuse
annual No Excuse for Abuse evening and 50th Anniversary published “Misfit: Growing prevention, mental health support, suicide awareness, and
celebration, which will feature comedian, actor, and author Up Awkward in the ’80s,” more,” said Marc Hopin, CEO of Alpert JFS.
Gary Gulman. The event will take place on February 25, Gulman’s witty and poignant “Year after year, this event and the guests we feature
6 p.m., at the Cohen Pavilion at the Kravis Center for the memoir based on his life continue to both educate and inspire all those who
Performing Arts in West Palm Beach. Former Alpert JFS from kindergarten through participate,” added Gary Hoffman, board chair and president
President and Board Chair Zelda Mason is presenting 12th grade. A product of of Alpert JFS. “We are thankful for the continued support of
sponsor of the evening, as well as the recipient of the Boston, Gulman has been a Alpert JFS’ essential services.”
agency’s 2nd Annual Luminary Award. Co-chairs of the scholarship college football To learn more and/or to register for the event, please visit
event are Dr. Paula Newmark, Wendy and Geoff Stahl, and player, an accountant, a www.alpertjfs.org/2024noexcuse/. Sponsorship and other
Carolyn and Michael Yasuna. high school teacher, and has giving opportunities are also still available. For questions
Eminent entertainer Gary Gulman is well known for his made countless television and/or more information, please contact events@AlpertJFS.
fresh and honest take on mental health. He has made four appearances as both a comedian and an actor. org or call 561-713-1944.
TV specials, including his recent HBO stand-up special, “This will be our agency’s 50th anniversary celebration Photo by Deborah Feingold
“The Great Depresh,” a look at mental illness that is both and 20th annual No Excuse for Abuse fundraising event,
Temple Judea Raises Over $560,000

for American Friends of Magen David Adom

When the war in Israel broke out on October 7, the In just two short weeks,
community was horrified, stunned, and overwhelmed. But Temple Judea raised over
within a day or two, Temple Judea knew that if ever Israel $560,000 for American
needed them, and their generosity, now was the time. Friends of Magen David
At the suggestion of one member, Temple Judea Adom to purchase four
decided to kick off an Emergency Fund for Israel and intensive-care ambulances in
try to fund one ambulance through American Friends of Israel with the Temple Judea
Magen David Adom. name on them! And this gift

Temple Judea Raises Over $560,000 on page 2