Jewish Federation Real Estate
The Jewish Federation Real Estate (JFRE) group brings real estate professionals together to learn, network and make our community a better place. JFRE’s mission is to ensure a vibrant Jewish future by building a diverse and connected network of members, who will serve as leaders in the community, uphold JFRE values, and raise funds to address real estate, capital improvement, and security needs in Philadelphia, Israel and globally.
Each year, the JFRE Fund invests hundreds of thousands of dollars to support critical projects. In 2024-2025, JFRE was instrumental in allocating $317,096 to10 vital projects locally and in Israel. Additionally, JFRE members and the JFRE Fund gave $232,000 to the Philly Stands with Israel Emergency Campaign, which has been crucial in addressing urgent humanitarian needs following the events of Oct. 7.
With the unprecedented global rise in antisemitism, JFRE has focused on supporting security projects that protect the community against increased threats from Jewish hate. Our vision is for JFRE to be the premier hub for real estate professionals, fostering leadership and impact both in their business endeavors and Jewish philanthropy.
Three foundational pillars we’ve established to ensure our actions contribute to achieving our vision:
JFRE GIVES
Membership dollars are invested responsibly in community projects impacting the greater Philadelphia Jewish community and Israel.
JFRE THINKS
Expanding the JFRE Members network while providing educational opportunities in the community that support career development and foster understanding of Jewish heritage.
JFRE LEADS
Encouraging JFRE Members to actively volunteer their time in community service, mentorship and educating the next generation in the greater Philadelphia Jewish community with tools to fight antisemitism.
Since our group’s founding in 2008, JFRE has been here to strengthen our Jewish communities. With the unprecedented global rise in antisemitism since Oct. 7, 2023, I am saddened by the current realities facing our community, but I am proud of our work to safeguard our Jewish present and future.”
Jeremy Fogel, JFRE executive committee member and allocations chair
We focus on ensuring a vibrant Jewish future in six ways:
n Tzedakah – Charity
Emphasize the moral responsibility to give to those in need.
n Chesed – Loving-kindness
Acts of kindness and compassion towards others.
n Hachnasat Orchim – Hospitality to Others
Hospitable to our members and the community. Encompassing welcoming, inclusiveness, and collaborative environment.
n Tikkun Olam – Repairing the World
A commitment to improving the world.
n Shalom – Peace
A commitment to peace.
n L'dor V'dor – From Generation to Generation Emphasize the importance of passing down traditions, wisdom, and values from one generation to the next.
JFRE Executive Committee
Dan Berger, Chair
Berger Rental Communities
Jessica Morgan, Vice Chair Lubert-Adler Real Estate Funds
Philip Balderston
Odin Properties
Jeremy B. Fogel
Ironwood Property Group
Max Frankel
Frankel Enterprises
Bill Glazer
Keystone Property Group
Adam Goodman
Goodman Properties
Bradley A. Krouse
Klehr, Harrison, Harvey, Branzburg LLP
Matt Pestronk Post Brothers
Michael Markman BET Investments
Jonathan Morgan
Morgan Properties JV
Malina Robbins WSFS Bank
Please contact Alan Lepore, Jewish Federation Real Estate Group Program Manager, at alepore@jewishphilly.org for additional information about JFRE or to become a member.
David Waxman MMPartners
Spencer Yablon CBRE
Andrew Yaffe AY Industries, LLC
Robert A. Zuritsky Parkway Corporation