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Making Summer Special: Jacobson Jewish Community

Foundation’s Scholarships For Camps And Israel Experiences

The Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County’s participate in Jewish overnight summer camps. These forward to connecting to my Jewish homeland alongside
Jacobson Jewish Community Foundation (JJCF) is proud to camps are not just about fun and games—they are where other teenagers who are all interested in growing
continue its legacy of providing enriching Jewish experiences kids learn about their heritage, build lifelong friendships spiritually and learn more about their Jewish heritage.”
for local children and young adults through its summer and create treasured memories. Looking Ahead
scholarship programs. This summer, the JJCF provided more Linda Berey Hurst Chai Fund for Jewish Life Each of these endowed funds at the JJCF has been
than $78,000 to 115 students to attend Jewish overnight Almost 50 children received assistance to attend created by generous and forward-thinking donors, who are
summer camp and immersive Israel experiences. overnight Jewish camps through the Linda Berey Hurst proud to support Jewish life and education for generations
Many of these students benefited from one of the Chai Fund for Jewish Life. This fund is committed to to come.
following funds that have been established at the JJCF: fostering a vibrant Jewish life by supporting immersive For more information on how to apply for, contribute
One Happy Camper Fund experiences like Jewish overnight camp and immersive to, or establish your own fund at the JJCF, please contact
The JJCF, in collaboration with the Foundation for Israel programs that are designed to strengthen Jewish Lottie Nilsen, VP of the Foundation, at 561-852-3109
Jewish Camp’s One Happy Camper Initiative, offered identity and community connections. or LottieN@bocafed.org; or go to www.jewishboca.org/
grants of up to $1,000 to 20 first-time campers. This Lea Appelboom, a first-time camper and scholarship foundation.
fund is dedicated to giving children the opportunity to recipient expressed her gratitude: “Thank you so much for Deepest thanks to Boca Pointe Federation
helping me go to summer camp for the first time…thank Campaign Chairs: Jane and Dan Fishkoff, and to
you from the bottom of my heart for helping me and my
Committee Members: Rhoda Berkow, Allen Brayer,
Boca Raton sister go to camp together this summer. It’s going to be Richard Glazer & Elaine Kaplan, Harold Katz, Joel
the best summer ever!”
Meisner, Arlene Penner, Murray Pitkowsky, Mel Schoen,
Unveils Logo For Schuman Center for Israel Engagement Doris & Stuart Zeuner, for their continued dedication and
leadership.
JJCF’s commitment to nurturing Jewish identity and

continuity doesn’t stop at summer camps. This year, the
If you or a neighbor are in need of help, please

2025 Centennial Foundation approved funding for many immersive Israel contact Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services
at 561-852-3333. In addition, our main Federation
experiences as well. These trips are pivotal in connecting
young Jews with their heritage and fostering the next
telephone number, 561-852-3100, is monitored regularly
Celebration generation of Jewish leaders. for voicemail messages.
Learn more about our Federation and how you can

The impact of these scholarships extends beyond

help at www.jewishboca.org - or contact Shirley Gross
financial assistance; they open doors to transformative
experiences that shape the participants’ lives and enrich at shirleyg@bocafed.org or 561.852.3182 (leave a
The City of Boca our community. voicemail). 
Raton has unveiled Shalom Gilbert, who is currently in Israel with the
a special logo for its CTeen Summer Israel Journey, said, “Your generosity is
upcoming Centennial enabling me to experience the Land of Israel at a time
Celebration in 2025. when Israel so greatly needs our support. I am looking
The centennial logo is
a vibrant design that represents 100 years of rich
history, vibrant culture and a strong community spirit.
Residents and visitors can look forward to seeing the
logo incorporated into all centennial-related events and
materials as the city celebrates the past, present and
future of Boca Raton starting in January.
The launch of the centennial logo coincides with a
significant date in the City’s history when, in 1924, 34 of
100 total Boca Raton residents voted on the incorporation
of “Boca Ratone” as a town. Thirty voted in favor, while
four voted against. The city reincorporated as the Town
of Boca Raton the following year, on May 26, 1925. Servicing PETS of Boca Raton
Throughout 2025, the city’s Centennial Celebrations for over 20 years
will include a series of events and activities designed “Caring is our Specialty”
to engage the community and showcase Boca Raton’s
heritage and growth. Details of these events will be Complete medical, Surgical and Dental
announced in the coming months. Facility SPA Bath & Grooming
As part of the centennial festivities, the city is inviting
all Boca Ratonians to pen a personal “Ode to Boca”
based on their zip code. Participants will write a five-line
poem, with each line containing the number of words
designated by their zip code numbers. These odes will
form a collection of City pride poems to be highlighted
throughout the centennial year. 

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