Page 6 - Boca ViewPointe - October '23

Page 6, Viewpointe October 2023
New Season, New Campaign, New Leadership

at Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County

A new season of giving has begun! Advisory Council, meeting women at the Lion of Judah
September marks the commencement of the 2023- program, or simply enjoying a YAD event – my family
2024 season of events, outreach, programming, and, most has greatly benefited from all these programs, and none
importantly, aligning donors’ interests with action within the of it would have been possible without people giving to
Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County. Leading this Federation,” he said. “Creating this type of community
endeavor are Annual Campaign Chair Richard Steinberg and requires everyone’s investment, so it’s our responsibility
David Pratt, Co-Chair, who share a clear vision for what they to emphasize the true power of a gift to Federation.”
hope the 2023-2024 season will bring.
“The beauty of Federation lies in its ability to support Investing in Federation Equals
the entirety of Jewish life, not just one aspect. One way we
aim to showcase this beauty more effectively is through the Investing in Jewish Life
unique campus that this particular Federation is fortunate to
possess,” Rich said. Leading the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach Rich and David intend to apply their business and wealth
County’s Annual Campaign are Chair Richard Steinberg and management expertise to their new roles. Rich serves as
Campus as a Living David Pratt, Co-Chair, who share a clear vision for what the Chief Market Strategist, Co-Chair of the Investment
they hope the 2023-2024 season will bring.
Microcosm of the Jewish Division, and a Principal at The Colony Group, a wealth
investment firm, while David is the Chair of the Private Client
“It’s challenging to convey the full extent of Federation’s
Community efforts to sustain, protect, and promote Jewish life. A campus Services Department at Proskauer and the Managing Partner
of the firm’s Boca Raton office. Even though they deal in
tour accomplishes all of that and more,” Rich said. “You leave finance and estate law, they understand that the essence of
In 2021, Florida witnessed a net population gain of more feeling inspired. After taking a tour, many of our supporters philanthropy is caring for people.
than 205,000 people, exceeding any other state in the U.S., feel compelled to contribute even more because they witness “Our plan is straightforward – to connect individuals with
as reported by BusinessInsider.com. Rich and David wish to their gifts in action.” what matters most to them,” he said. “Contributing to the
extend invitations to both new and established residents to Book a tour by visiting jewishboca.org/federation- Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County means you
tour the campus and witness firsthand how Federation and its interest-form. What else will the new Campaign season are investing in Jewish life everywhere, and I can’t think of
partner agencies actively care for Jewish students, Holocaust bring? a more meaningful passion than that.”
survivors, families, seniors, and those with unique needs. Deepest thanks to Boca Pointe Federation Campaign
Sharing the Impact of a Chairs: Jane and Dan Fishkoff, and to Committee
Members: Rhoda Berkow, Allen Brayer, Richard Glazer &
Wildlife In Boca Donation to Federation Elaine Kaplan, Harold Katz, Joel Meisner, Arlene Penner,
Murray Pitkowsky, Mel Schoen, Doris & Stuart Zeuner, for
Rich and his wife, Naomi, have been part of Federation
Pointe for more than 20 years. He recalls how dedicated donors, their continued dedication and leadership.
If you or a neighbor are in need of help, please

like Rani Garfinkle, invested in sending them to Israel
contact Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services at
when they were in their 30s; he has since made more 561-852-3333. In addition, our main Federation telephone
Have you captured any images than 10 trips with Naomi, David, Dale, and other friends number, 561-852-3100, is monitored regularly for voicemail
messages.
formed through this connection.
of Wildlife in Boca Pointe? “Participating in missions, serving on committees, Learn more about our Federation and how you can help at
being involved in the Wexner Heritage Program, www.jewishboca.org - or contact Shirley Gross at shirleyg@
We’d love to publish your supporting our Foundation through the Professional bocafed.org or 561.852.3182 (leave a voicemail). 
pictures in our new section
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