RESPOND IN CRISIS
STAND WITH ISRAEL AND GLOBAL JEWRY
*Fiscal Year July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025
INSPIRE THE NEXT GENERATION
A Message From Leadership
This year, rising antisemitism, global conflict, and increasing local needs tested our community in profound ways. And yet, in the face of pain and uncertainty, Jewish Broward responded—with focus, determination, and unity.
With increased conviction, Federation has stood with Israel and worked to confront antisemitism—mobilizing emergency support, strengthening our institutions, expanding security, and showing up for one another.
And even as we respond to crises, we continue to build. In Fiscal Year 2025, we launched Ignite Broward, a community-wide listening effort. More than 1,400 people shared their hopes and aspirations, helping to shape a vision for our future. That vision, captured in seven bold aspirational statements, now guides the work of our newly formed Task Forces charged with transforming those ideas into action.
Thanks to your support—and our strongest campaign in two decades—we invested more than $23 million in programs that protect, connect, and sustain Jewish life. We prioritized security. We stood with Israel. We supported those most in need. We engaged the next generation, and we built new bridges across our diverse community.
This Annual Report tells the story of a community that chose courage over complacency, but more importantly, defines the community that we want to be. We look forward to all that is possible as we continue to lead with generosity and compassion.
With gratitude,
DOUG BERMAN
Jewish Federation of Broward County
AUDRA P. BERG Board Chair President & CEO
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Federation of Broward County
2025 IN ACTION
Building Community Together
This year, Federation was everywhere—igniting ideas, inspiring action, and strengthening the heart of Jewish Broward. From gatherings and service projects to community missions and learning opportunities, 2025 was a year of showing up for one another. We don’t just help “out there.” We build community—right here. When we give, volunteer, and engage, we’re not just helping others—we’re strengthening the heart of Jewish Broward.
“Transformational is the word that best describes our Federation’s evolution. Momentum is on our side—and there’s never been a more important time for us to keep driving it forward.”
—Lisa Henry
ABOUT US
The Jewish Federation of Broward County
Who We Are
We are the strategic engine behind Jewish Broward—uniting generosity, leadership, and partnership to care for our community, nurture Jewish identity, and stand with Israel and global Jewry when it matters most.
Why We Do What We Do
Because we believe in the power of Jewish peoplehood—that every Jew is responsible for one another, and that Jewish life must be protected, nurtured, and passed forward with pride.
Community is our superpower. No one should face hardship alone. Our children should grow up proud, our elders live with dignity, and Israel will always have our love and strength.
What We Do
We mobilize Broward’s Jewish community to strengthen and sustain Jewish life—here, in Israel, and around the world. Together, we:
• Stand with Israel & Global Jewry
Delivering urgent aid, rebuilding, and supporting Jewish communities in 70+ countries.
• Prioritize Safety & Security
Equipping Jewish spaces with training, resources, and readiness to stay safe and resilient.
• Support Our Most Vulnerable
Funding food, housing, mental health, and elder care for those in need.
• Inspire The Next Generation
Sparking Jewish identity through learning, travel, and engagement, from PJ Library to Birthright.
• Build Bridges
Strengthening Jewish voices through advocacy, civic partnerships, and the fight against antisemitism.
• Respond to Crisis
Turning compassion into coordinated action at home and abroad.
Why Federation?
Because of you, we’ve grown from a safety net into a strategic engine—ready to respond in crisis, meet growing needs, and invest boldly in the Jewish future. Our campaign is the strongest it’s been in two decades. More people are stepping up, getting involved, and finding purpose through community. And our impact is transforming lives—here in Broward, in Israel, and around the world.
When you give, you become part of something special—fueling change, strengthening community, and making the extraordinary possible.
We Make Things Happen
We bring the right partners together to get the job done, ensuring Jewish needs are heard, met, and championed across Broward.
We’re Built For Crisis And Everyday Impact
From war in Israel to a hurricane in Broward, our systems and partnerships are built to respond fast, smart, and with compassion. When needs arise, we don’t wait—we act.
We Bring Everyone To The Table
We unite Jews of every background, belief, and generation—from synagogues to startups, Hillel students to Holocaust survivors. We bring the full spectrum of Jewish life together to build something bigger, together.
We’re In It For The Long Haul
Our 80+ years of experience ensure that we don’t just respond to crisis—we build resilience. Our investments support today’s challenges while laying the groundwork for a stronger, more secure Jewish future.
How We Work
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Mobilize Resources
Rooted in the idea of collective responsibility, we raise and distribute millions annually to address our community’s most pressing needs.
Organize & Connect
As a community convener, we unite diverse Jewish voices around common causes and have the relationships to swiftly and effectively make an impact.
Create Lasting Impact
Just this year, we invested more than $23 million in caring for Jews everywhere, responding to crises and shaping our Jewish future.
Our unparalleled network of global Jewish organizations work individually AND together to address issues.
No one person or organization can do this alone.
A Defining Year for Jewish Broward
This was not just another year, it was a turning point for Jewish Broward.
Amid challenge and change, our Federation led with strength, unity, and purpose —transforming the way we connect, care, and build for the future.
Together, we are igniting something extraordinary.
Through bold vision, courageous leadership, and the generosity of thousands, we are turning shared values into shared impact—fueling care, learning, security, and Jewish pride across Broward and beyond.
Community by the Numbers
• $7.8 MILLION raised in unrestricted giving—our largest campaign in two decades
• Millions more through supplemental campaigns and designated giving
• 400,000+ individuals touched by Federation-funded programs and services
• $23 million+ in total community investments powering 100+ partner programs across Broward, Israel, and more than 70 countries worldwide
• 1,400+ community voices shaping our future through the Ignite Broward listening journey
Each act of generosity became a lifeline for someone in need, a spark for a child discovering Jewish identity, or a shield for a community standing strong together.
This was the year Jewish Broward showed what’s possible—when we move forward, together.
2025 Federation In The News
A Community Vision For Our Future
This year, we didn’t just look inward—we looked forward.
Ignite Broward is the largest and most inclusive listening initiative in our Federation’s history.
Powered by more than 50 trained Community Connectors, this effort engaged over 1,400 people across generations, geographies, and backgrounds to ask: “What are your aspirations for Broward’s Jewish community, now and for the future?”
What We Heard
“I want Jewish life that’s easy to access and hard to live without.”
“I want to belong without having to fit in.”
“I want to be part of something bigger— but local.”
“I want my kids to love being Jewish.”
A Community Vision For Our Future Continued
Out of this engagement emerged 7 Bold Aspirational Statements that reflect the community’s highest hopes and greatest needs—from access and affordability to identity, belonging, collaboration, and global connection.
In Fall 2025, we launched Task Forces for each aspiration, charged with identifying solutions, strategies, and priorities for the years ahead.
“We didn’t just ask what was wrong. We asked what’s possible.”
PRIORITIZING SAFETY & SECURITY
Security Isn’t Optional. It’s Essential.
In a time of rising antisemitism and targeted threats, Jewish Broward must be safe—at school, at shul, and at every communal gathering. Federation is the central hub for protection, preparedness, and advocacy—ensuring our institutions are secure and our voices are heard.
Our Community Security Initiative supports more than 80% of Jewish organizations in Broward with the tools, knowledge, and coordination they need to stay protected. And through our Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) and Hillels, we fight antisemitism on campus, in government, and across public life.
Impact
• 50+ Threat and Vulnerability Risk Assessments
• 40+ training sessions delivered in active threat response, situational awareness, and crisis management
• $400k awarded to 25 preschools for security guard services
• 20+ organizations supported in applying for federal and state security funding (NSGP)
• $60k+ security equipment deployed throughout the community
Priorities
• Customized security planning, assessments, and training for institutions and events
• Free safety equipment and coordination with law enforcement
• Real-time threat monitoring and rapid communication across our security network
“In a time when the safety of our community is paramount, it is reassuring to know that the Federation stands with us, prioritizing security and strengthening our ability to protect those on our campus.”
—Rosanne Mendelowitz, Temple Sinai
Securing Jewish Life, One Campus at a Time
Temple Sinai of Hollywood expressed deep gratitude to the Jewish Federation of Broward County for its steadfast partnership and invaluable support. The Federation has played an integral role in advancing its security efforts—not only through generous grant funding, but also by sharing critical information, resources, and offering hands-on guidance as it navigates the complexities of the Federal Non-Profit Security Grant process.
STANDING WITH ISRAEL & GLOBAL JEWRY
When Israel Needs Us, We Show Up. Always.
From wartime relief to rebuilding communities, our support is more than symbolic—it’s strategic, ongoing, and lifesaving. And because we stand strong with Israel, we also stand ready to protect and uplift Jewish communities around the world. Whether facing war, poverty, or rising antisemitism, we help Jews in more than 70 countries access safety, dignity, and hope. Through our partnerships, we deliver resources directly to Israel’s front line and to vulnerable Jewish populations across the globe.
Impact
• 8,664 individuals throughout Israel were fed in partnership with food banks and congregate meal sites.
• 7,589 individuals received therapy and other mental health support services.
• 1,328 Ethiopian-Israelis were provided free legal assistance.
• 12,179 Holocaust survivors in Israel received home repairs, financial assistance, and medical advocacy.
Priorities
• Long-term investments in Israel’s recovery, resilience, and mental health infrastructure
• Emergency support and resettlement for Jews fleeing conflict in places like Ukraine and Venezuela
• Lifeline services for vulnerable Jewish communities worldwide—food, security, and education
Healing Through Belonging: Jewish Renewal for Refugees in Israel
Thanks to our support of the Israel Movement for Progressive & Reform Judaism, women like Tanya—who fled war in Ukraine and faced new trauma in Israel—are finding healing, purpose, and a renewed connection to Judaism.
“This group has been my lifeline during the most challenging times.” —Tanya
“ Thank you for making this possible; we are so happy to be here.”
— Nelly, Ukrainian Olim in Israel
Comfort in Crisis: Nourishment and Dignity for Seniors in Israel
Through our support of Leket Israel, vulnerable seniors in Israel—like Marina and Nelly, widowed immigrants from Ukraine—are receiving hot, nutritious meals and a lifeline of dignity and care.
SUPPORTING OUR MOST VULNERABLE
Because No One In Jewish Broward Should Be Left Behind.
Struggling families. Isolated seniors. Holocaust survivors. Individuals facing mental health challenges. For thousands in Broward, help is available because the Federation sustains the social safety net that makes it possible. Our funding guarantees that essential programs and trusted partners can deliver care, stability, and hope every single day. We invest in the backbone of Jewish Broward’s social support system—strengthening the network of agencies that walk with people through their most difficult moments. Together, we help families find relief, seniors stay connected, and those in crisis get the help they need to move forward with dignity and resilience.
Impact
• 580,000 meals are served to vulnerable populations across Broward ensuring access to healthy nutrition for all.
• $705,099 goes to ensure impoverished community members don’t wind up on the street or go without medicine.
• 700+ Holocaust survivors receive assistance with food, mortgage payments, rent, maintenance fees, and health care costs.
• 2,900 individuals receive financial assistance that makes it possible for them to send their children to Jewish preschools.
• 2,509 community members with differing abilities attend classes, job training, and social activities.
Priorities
• Dignified elder care and Holocaust survivor support
• Emergency financial aid, food assistance, and housing relief
• Supporting community members with disabilities and health challenges
“ He’s more content and engaged—and no longer alone.” —Iris M.
Bringing Light Home: Friendship for Homebound Seniors
Through the Sunshine Circle: Friends at Home Program, we match caring volunteers with isolated seniors for meaningful companionship—like weekly chess games that turned into a lifeline for one Hallandale Beach father.
INSPIRING THE NEXT GENERATION
Jewish Pride Is Rising—And Federation Is Fueling it.
From PJ Library to Jewish camp, day school, and Israel experiences, Federation helps young Jews grow proud, connected, and inspired.
Impact
• 4,400 children were connected to Jewish culture, tradition, and community through PJ Library.
• $13 million+ was raised in endowment funds for synagogues.
• $250,000 in funding to support Jewish Day Schools.
• $100,000 helped Broward kids attend 17 different Jewish summer camps.
• 75 teens learned about the Holocaust through March of the Living.
• 600+ educators participated in professional learning programs.
Priorities
• PJ Library, teen leadership programs, and scholarships for Jewish camp and day school
• Identity-building travel experiences and college campus support
• Leadership development and young adults’ engagement
“Hillel gave me the tools to inspire change.”
—Monica
Kiselyuk, Campaign Associate, Jewish Federation Broward County
From Student to Leader: How Hillel Ignited Monica’s Jewish Journey
With support from the Jewish Federation of Broward County, Hillel of Broward and Palm Beach empowered Monica—an NSU student from Brooklyn—to reconnect with Jewish life, lead with confidence, and become a bold advocate for Israel and the Jewish people.
BUILDING BRIDGES
We Don’t Just Build Community—We Build Connections That Protect It.
Through engagement, interfaith partnerships, and public advocacy, Federation strengthens the social fabric that sustains Jewish life in Broward. As the trusted voice of Jewish Broward, we show up in civic spaces, build bridges across communities, and ensure our values are represented and our people protected.
Impact
• Partnered with 200+ civic, interfaith, and government leaders to advance Jewish visibility, safety, and shared values.
• Advocated for Jewish security, Holocaust education, and nonprofit funding at every level of government
• Educated leaders and students to confront antisemitism and misinformation.
• Led interfaith solidarity and community response efforts during times of crisis.
Priorities
• Advocacy with civic and elected leaders
• Cross-community and interfaith coalition-building
• Combating hate through education and outreach
Following October 7, the Jewish Federation of Broward County hosted 80 interfaith and intergroup stakeholders for a visit to the Nova Music Festival Exhibition in Miami.
“As gut-wrenching as the exhibit was the ability to see and feel what happened on October 7 is something that will stick with me for the rest of my life.”
—Christine Perez, Senior Director, Philanthropic Services, Community Foundation of Broward
Key Financial Results
Where The Dollars Go: Fiscal Year 2025
Federation doesn’t just fund programs—we leverage resources, partnerships, and generosity to multiply impact. Through our leadership and ability to bring people together, more than $23 million in community resources flowed through Federation this year—via direct grants, strategic investments, and Donor-Advised Fund distributions—fueling programs and initiatives that strengthen Jewish life, care for the vulnerable, and build a safer, more connected Broward community. Every dollar was stewarded with care, strategy, and purpose. And because of our unique role as both investor and convener, Federation’s impact extends far beyond our direct investments—inspiring additional giving, deepening engagement, and powering Jewish life in Broward, in Israel, and around the world.
$30,000 *Initial year
$4,686,689
PJ Library, Chai Care, Community Security, Shlicha, Life & Legacy, Israel Now, March of the Living, Jewish Educators, Horizons, Women’s Leadership series, Broward Board of Rabbis, JCRC Grants From Supplemental Campaigns $688,054
Israel Emergency Fund, Ethiopian-Israeli College Scholarships, Global Disaster Fund, Joe DiMaggio Children’s & Memorial Hospital Kosher Family Lounges
Expenditures $3,545,183 Jewish Federation Office Budget & Campus Facilities
Fund Grants $5,735,686 Special Purpose Funds and Other Foundation Grants $3,484,155
TOTAL GRANTS AND EXPENSES $ 23,742,441
The information above is a cash basis summary of the allocations and expenses of the Jewish Federation of Broward County for the fiscal year July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. For a copy of the audited financial statements, please visit www.JewishBroward.org/ accountability-transparency
Impact Team Grants:
Expense Distribution By Function:
** 84 cents of every dollar raised goes out to make a direct impact in our community Fundraising Management & General
2025 Total Revenues
17,362,874
2025 Consolidated Financial Position
DONOR ADVISED FUNDS:
Giving With Purpose, Guided by Federation
At the Jewish Federation of Broward County, Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) provide individuals and families with a meaningful way to support their chosen causes, offering flexibility, purpose, and trusted guidance.
When donors open a Donor Advised Fund with Federation, they gain more than a giving vehicle— they become part of a values-driven community of philanthropists, supported by expert staff who understand both Jewish needs and smart giving strategies.
In 2025, we facilitated more than $5.7 million in Donor Advised Fund grants to over 300 charitable organizations across the globe. 80% of those dollars supported Jewish causes—locally, nationally, and in Israel—fueling innovation, meeting urgent needs, and sustaining our most cherished institutions.
To view the full list of donor advised fund grants, visit JewishBroward.org/Foundation
“We established our Donor Advised Fund with the Jewish Federation because it makes giving back to the community we care about easy, meaningful, and deeply rewarding.”
— Carol Lasek and Howard Bienenfeld
Where Generosity Becomes Community Strength
Ultimate
Nite Out
Young Leadership
Women’s Philanthropy
King David Society
Major Gifts & Legacy Society
Fiscal Year 2026
Now well into Fiscal Year 2026, we are not slowing down. Our focus is on implementation and transformation.
Our Strategic Priorities Are To:
• Increase unrestricted giving to meet growing operational needs
• Expand security services and ensure every Jewish institution has access
• Lead boldly in combating antisemitism and building public-private alliances
• Launch community-wide action plans from the Ignite Broward Task Forces
• Center inclusivity and belonging in everything we fund and deliver
Investing In The Future Of Jewish Broward
This year, the Jewish Federation of Broward County is proud to expand our impact with new grants, new partners, and new opportunities to strengthen Jewish life - here at home and around the world. Guided by our Impact Teams, we are investing in innovation, inclusion, and resilience across our community.
Investing In Impact
Through the collective generosity of our donors, our Impact Team allocations are fueling more than 100 programs that strengthen Jewish identity, care for the vulnerable, and ensure a vibrant Jewish future in Broward, Israel, and around the world.
New And Expanded Initiatives
We are proud to be launching and expanding programs that address the evolving needs of our community:
• Jewish Fertility Foundation – Providing vital emotional, spiritual, and financial support for families on their fertility journeys.
• Victor Center for Jewish Genetic Diseases at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital – Advancing Jewish genetic education and screening in South Florida.
• Jewish Family Home Care – Providing home care subsidies for Broward Seniors.
• Orthodox Union (OU) JLIC – Enhancing the academic, cultural, and general welfare available to college-age Jewish students while bolstering the infrastructure for Jewish life to flourish.
• SAMi – Engaging Sephardi and Mizrahi students on college campuses.
• RAK PAK at Dr. Stanley & Pearl Goodman Jewish Family Services – Providing clothing and hygiene products to members of the community who would otherwise go without.
• Gesher Program at Broward Central Synagogue – Enriching the afterschool experience of students 3 days a week, celebrating Israeli culture.
Welcoming New Partners To Our Federation Family
We are thrilled to welcome several organizations to our growing network of funded partners— joining a powerful ecosystem of agencies working collaboratively to meet Jewish needs:
Ach Gadol for Lone Soldiers
Beit Ruth for Young Women & Girls At-Risk
Chamah
Chimes Israel
Haifa Rape Crisis Center
Hand in Hand
Institute for Advanced Dental Education
Israel Heart 2 Heart
Jewish Family Home Care
Jewish Fertility Foundation
Merchavim
Mifrasim
OU – JLIC
Peres Center for Peace & Innovation
Project Kesher
Sababta
SAHI
SAMi
The Druze Youth Movement
Tzofim/Israel Scouts
Victor Center for Jewish Genetic Diseases at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
Yad Sarah
Yozmot Atid
Together, they bring new expertise, creativity, and compassion to our shared mission.
Building The Future, Together
We know the work ahead is complex. But we are not doing it alone. We are doing it as one Federation, one community, and one Jewish people. Every new grant, every new partner, and every new idea represents a step forward—toward a community that is more connected, more inclusive, and more resilient. Together, we are not just funding programs; we are shaping the future of Jewish Broward.
OUR PARTNERS
Federation-Funded Agencies & Programs
Federation’s greatest impact is made possible through the strength of our partners. These agencies, schools, synagogues, and service organizations are on the front lines every day— delivering Jewish life, education, care, and connection across Broward County.
We proudly supported over 100 programs through:
A Wider Bridge
Ach Gadol for Lone Soldiers
Alliance of Chabad Preschools
American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC)
Arthur & Emalie Gutterman Family Center for Holocaust & Human Rights Education
ATIDA
Be’er Sova
Beit Ruth for Young Women & Girls
At-Risk
Beth Emet School
Birthright Israel
Brauser Maimonides Academy Bridge for Youth
Cantor Center
Chabad of North Broward
Chabad of South Broward
Chabad of Southwest Broward
Chai Lifeline
Chamah
Chimes Israel
Congregation Kol Tikvah Darca Schools
David Posnack JCC
David Posnack Jewish Day School
Dr. Stanley and Pearl Goodman Jewish Family Services
ELI
Expanded Critical Supports in Partnership with the Jewish Federations of North America’s Center on Aging, Trauma, and Holocaust Survivor Care
Foundation for the Welfare of Holocaust Victims (FWHV)
Gold Coast BBYO
Haifa Rape Crisis Center (HRCC)
Hand in Hand
Hatzalah South Florida Emergency Medical Services
Hillel International
Hillel of Broward & Palm Beach
Holocaust Documentation & Education Center
Institute for Jewish Knowledge & Learning (IJKL)
Institute for Advanced Dental Education
Israel Elwyn
Israel Heart 2 Heart
Israel Movement for Reform & Progressive Judaism (IMPJ)
Israel NOW
JAFCO
The Jewish Agency for Israel (JAFI)
JARC
Jerusalem Open House for Pride & Tolerance
Jewish Education Loan Fund (JELF)
Jewish Family Home Care
Jewish Fertility Foundation
Kavod SHEF
Keshet
Krembo Wings
Las Olas Chabad Jewish Center
LEKET
LEV
Lubavitch Hebrew Academy
Malki Foundation
Mem Global
Merchavim
Mifrasim
NATAL
NCSY
Nesher Municipality
Neve Michael Children’s Village
Ohr Hatorah
Ohr Torah Stone
OpenDor Media
ORT
Orthodox Union (OU)
Orthodox Union Israel (OU Israel)
Peres Center for Peace & Innovation
Project Kesher
Sababta
SAHI
SAMi
Seed the Dream Foundation
Shalva
Sharsheret
Samuel M. & Helene Soref JCC
South Florida Jewish Academy
Sunshine Circle
Tebeka
Temple Beth Emet
Temple Dor Dorim
Temple Kol Ami Emanu-El
Temple Ramat Shalom Beth Israel
The Craig & Barbara Weiner
Holocaust Museum of South Florida
The Druze Youth Movement
The Israel Religious Expression
Platform (iRep)
Tzofim/Israel Scouts
United Hatzalah
Victor Center for Jewish Genetic Diseases at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
We Are One Yacholet
Yad LaKashish
Yad Sarah
Yadid LaChinuch
Yashar La Chayal
Yozmot Atid
JEWISH FEDERATION OF BROWARD COUNTY Leadership
We are proud to be led by individuals who model vision, integrity, and commitment. Leadership is not just about governance—it’s about service.
We thank these dedicated individuals for guiding our mission forward.
2026 Board of Directors
BOARD CHAIR
Doug Berman*
PRESIDENT AND CEO
Audra P. Berg
BOARD VICE CHAIRS
Andrew Rosen*
Drew Tabatchnick*
BOARD MEMBERS
Alan Cohn*
Rachel Antevy
Scott Bakal
Peter Berg
Hank Cairo
Joanna Clarkson
Karen Dombey
Lindsey Glantz
Gabi Gliksberg
Bruce Greenberg
Sheryl Greenwald
Bill Gross
TREASURER
Dan Newman*
SECRETARY
Ivy Feinstein*
ASSISTANT SECRETARY
Keith Goldmann
Wendy Heckelman
Lisa Henry*
Walter Katz
Jason Landess
Olgui Lowell
Gary Marks
Avi Naider
Gil Neuman
Nikki Packer
Sheryl Raskin*
Paul Rosenberg
Jeff Sandler
Senior Management Team
Audra P. Berg
President & CEO
Heather Barraza
Executive Vice President/ Chief Financial Officer
Carly Glikman Vice President of Annual Campaign
Evan Goldman Executive Director of Public Affairs
Keith Goldmann Chief Philanthropy Officer
Lior Ofir Chief Operating Officer
FOUNDATION CHAIR
Gary Opper*
ANNUAL CAMPAIGN CHAIR
Seth Wise*
Stacey Schulman
David Silver
Amanda Silverstein*
Mitch Starr
Manny Synalovski
Alan Tinter
Diane Wilen
Michael Zager
Karen Zemel
Selma Telles, Emeritus Board Member
Joy Dawn Prevor Chief Impact Officer
Rabbi Arnie Samlan Executive Director of Jewish Learning
*Executive Committee
