Jewish Federation Real Estate 13 th Annual
Legends & Leaders

Honoring Mitchell L. Morgan
November 13, 2025 | Crystal Tea Room
Presenting Sponsor

Who We Are
You can connect with the brightest minds in real estate and related industries while giving back to the community.
The Jewish Federation Real Estate (JFRE) group brings professionals together to learn, network and lead the way in creating a more secure Jewish world through philanthropic investments. Founded in 2008, JFRE is a membership-based affinity group of the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia.
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JFRE hosts premier industry programs and provides opportunities for members to convene with one another to listen to top speakers and find out about new venues and development projects. These events also raise awareness and funds about the needs within the Jewish community around the world: whether it be security cameras at schools to combat the increase in antisemitism, upgrading food kitchens to ensure no one goes hungry, or medical clinics to care for those fleeing war-torn countries. To see upcoming events, click here.
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Your JFRE membership supports real estate and security capacity building projects in the Greater Philadelphia region, Israel and abroad. These projects address security and infrastructure needs at synagogues, schools, camps, and more with the mission of creating welcoming places for people to safely congregate, worship, and learn. To learn more about funded projects, click here.
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Membership includes complimentary access to JFRE events throughout the year. Members are also invited to an annual membership dinner.
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Program
WELCOME REMARKS
Mark Fishman .................................................................................................. Board Co-Chair, Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia
PRESENTATION OF HALL OF FAME AWARD TO MITCHELL L. MORGAN
Daniel Berger CEO, Berger Communities
ROUND TABLE DISCUSSIONS
CLOSING REMARKS
Alan Lepore .................................................................................................................. JFRE Director, Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia
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JFRE Hall of Fame
The JFRE Hall of Fame recognizes and honors outstanding leaders in the real estate industry who have made significant contributions to their profession and the community. Inductees are celebrated for their commitment to philanthropy, leadership, and impact, serving as role models within JFRE and beyond.
RICHARD J. GREEN ........... (2024)
ALAN HOROWITZ (2024)
DEAN ADLER .................... (2023)
LEONARD KLEHR .............. (2023)
IRA LUBERT (2023)
2025 Hall of Fame Inductee
DAN GREENZ"l ..................... (2018)
CHARLES KAHNZ"l (2018)
STEVEN KORMAN .............. (2018)
GEORGE RUBIN .................. (2018)
RON RUBINZ"l (2018)
BOB TOLLZ"l ........................ (2018)
BRUCE TOLL (2018)
JOSEPH ZURITSKY ............. (2018)
Mitchell L. Morgan, Founder, Chairman & CEO Morgan Properties

Mitchell L. Morgan is founder, chairman and chief executive officer (CEO) of Morgan Properties, a national leader in the investment and management of multifamily properties. As CEO, he is responsible for maintaining oversight over all business aspects at Morgan Properties, which he founded in 1985.
Under his leadership, Morgan Properties has grown to become one of the top three largest multifamily owners in the country, with a portfolio of more than 360 apartment communities, over 100,000 units in 22 states and over $20 billion in assets. Morgan Properties is currently the largest apartment owner in the states of Pennsylvania, Maryland and New York.
Through the Morgan Family Foundation, Morgan and his family are deeply committed to making a difference in the lives of others. The foundation has supported organizations, such as the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia through their transformational $50 million gift toward the Morgan Center for Research and Innovation, Temple University — where Morgan is a lifetime supporter and serves as board chairman — Morgan Hall, the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History, the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia, University of Pennsylvania, the Barnes Foundation, The Philadelphia Orchestra, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Norton Museum of Art, Wills Eye Hospital, MorseLife Foundation and the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
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Breakout Sessions & Speakers
The program will feature rotating breakout discussions, offering a unique opportunity to engage with multiple expert-led topics. Attendees can explore diverse perspectives and gain insights on key industry trends in an interactive, dynamic format.
ADAPTIVE REUSE
Panelists: Dean Adler, Ron Caplan, Jake Elghanayan Moderator: Spencer Yablon
About the Breakout: Explore the conversion of old or underutilized buildings into new, functional spaces. The discussion will cover the challenges, innovative strategies and economic benefits of transforming historic or obsolete properties for modern use.
About the Panelists
Dean Adler, CEO and Co-Founder, Lubert-Adler Partners, L.P.

Dean Adler is the chief executive officer and co-founder of Lubert-Adler Partners, L.P., a real estate equity firm with over $7 billion in equity and $17 billion of assets under management. With over 35 years of real estate experience, Adler is head of the Investment Committee and is responsible for leading the firm’s strategic direction. Adler was an executive committee member and research sponsor for the Zell/Lurie Real Estate Center of The Wharton School, where he also taught for three years. He represented the Lubert-Adler Funds on the board of directors of Albertsons, LLC and Safehold, Inc.
Adler has served on numerous community boards and has served on the City of Philadelphia’s Economic Development Summit. He graduated magna cum laude from The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania in 1979, earned his C.P.A. in 1980, and earned his J.D. degree with honors from University of Pennsylvania Law School in 1983.
Ron Caplan, President & Founder, PMC Property Group

A native of New England, Ron Caplan studied business management at Northeastern University before relocating to the Philadelphia area and launching his career in real estate development. In 1978, what started with the purchase of several single-family homes soon expanded into a collection of multi-unit housing ventures located throughout the city of Philadelphia. Ron founded PMC Property Group, formerly Philadelphia Management Company, in 1981 when the number and size of his properties had grown robust enough to require the services of a management company.
Since that time, Ron has assembled a general-contracting division within PMC Property Group, making the company a full-service developer focused on adaptivereuse and ground-up new construction projects. Under his strategic direction and detailed, personal approach, the company has become the largest owner/operator of rental units in the city of Philadelphia and holds a strong presence in urban centers spanning 13 cities across eight states along the East Coast.
Jake Elghanayan, Principal, TF Cornerstone

About the Moderator
Jake Elghanayan is a principal at TF Cornerstone, one of New York City’s most active developers of residential and commercial properties. He sits on the board of Chelsea Piers Fitness and serves as the chair of Portico, a property management software company that was incubated at TF Cornerstone.
Previously, Elghanayan was an associate at the law firm Sullivan & Cromwell LLP. He serves as the chair of the South Bronx Classical Charter Schools and is a trustee of the Citizens Budget Commission and NYU’s Furman Center for Real Estate and Urban Policy. Elghanayan received his B.A. from Brown University and a joint M.A. / J.D. from Johns Hopkins University School for Advanced International Study and New York University School of Law.
Spencer Yablon, Senior Vice President, CBRE | Capital Markets

Spencer Yablon is a senior vice president with the Multifamily Capital Markets team in Philadelphia, which specializes in the sale of multifamily properties on behalf of institutions, pension fund advisers, REITs, private equity firms, developers and lenders. He has handled over $9 billion in transactions, including some of the largest individual asset and portfolio transactions in the region.
Yablon has 20 years of experience in commercial real estate, specializing in the sale of investment properties for developers, private and institutional clients. Previously, he served as regional manager of the Philadelphia office for Marcus and Millichap. Prior to entering the real estate business, Yablon worked as a wealth management consultant for Oppenheimer & Co., formerly CIBC Oppenheimer in New York City.
Thank you

for being a Jewish Federation Real Estate annual and Legends and Leaders Diamond corporate sponsor. Thank you
Legends and Leaders is JFRE’s premier annual event featuring real estate’s best and brightest minds to discuss upcoming industry trends. The 2025 Legends and Leaders will be on Nov. 13 at the Crystal Tea Room in The Wanamaker Building at 100 E. Penn Square, Philadelphia. To register or for more information, visit jewishphilly.org/legends or call Alan Lepore, JFRE director, at 215.832.0532.
Legends and Leaders is JFRE’s premier annual event featuring real estate’s best and brightest minds to discuss upcoming industry trends. The 2025 Legends and Leaders will be on Nov. 13 at the Crystal Tea Room in The Wanamaker Building at 100 E. Penn Square, Philadelphia. To register or for more information, visit jewishphilly.org/legends or call Alan Lepore, JFRE director, at 215.832.0532. for being a Jewish Federation Real Estate annual and Legends and Leaders Diamond corporate sponsor.
AFFORDABLE HOUSING
Panelists: Tim Henkel, Kelvin Jeremiah, Milton Pratt
Moderator: Philip Balderston
About the Breakout: Experts will discuss strategies for developing and preserving housing that is accessible to low- and middle-income residents. The conversation will focus on overcoming financial, policy, and community challenges to create more equitable and sustainable housing solutions.
About the Panelists
Tim Henkel, CEO & Principal, Pennrose

Timothy I. Henkel is the chief executive officer (CEO) and principal of Pennrose. As CEO, he provides strategic and day-to-day leadership for nearly 520 Pennrose employees who support development and management activities in 17 states and the District of Columbia. Henkel began his career at Pennrose in 1999, became a principal in 2008, and was named president in 2022.
Henkel currently serves on the boards of the National Housing & Rehabilitation Association and New Jersey Apartment Association. He is an alumni board member of the William E. Simon School of Business and serves on the board of Citizens Housing Planning Council in New York City. He previously served on the boards of Penn Reach and Triple C Housing, two nonprofits dedicated to helping people with special needs find homes and services. He holds a B.S. degree in civil engineering from Bucknell University and a M.B.A. from William E. Simon School of Business Administration at the University of Rochester.
Kelvin A. Jeremiah, CEO, Philadelphia Housing Authority

Since 2013, Kelvin A. Jeremiah has served as president and chief executive officer of the Philadelphia Housing Authority (PHA), the fourth largest housing authority in the country and the largest provider of affordable housing in Pennsylvania.
His tenure at PHA has been marked by an intensive focus on preserving and expanding the supply of affordable housing, rebuilding Philadelphia’s distressed neighborhoods, and expanding jobs, educational opportunities, and services to neighborhood residents.
Jeremiah recently launched the $3.8 billion “Opening Doors” initiative with the goal of preserving or expanding 20,000 housing units across the City of Philadelphia. He previously served as inspector general for the New York City Housing Authority and has held various positions in the public and private sectors. A native of Grenada, he emigrated to the United States as a teenager where he earned multiple degrees including a Master of Public Administration. Among his numerous honors are an honorary doctorate awarded by Cheyney University.
Milton Pratt, Executive Vice President of Development, The Michaels Organization

Milton R. Pratt, Jr. serves as executive vice president of development for The Michaels Organization. In this role, he focuses on pipeline growth and asset performance through relationships with various governmental and industry groups, and works closely with Michaels’ regional development teams to generate opportunities. Prior to joining the Michaels Organization in 2005, Pratt served as the Region Ill regional director for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Pratt currently serves on the Board of Directors for the National Housing & Rehabilitation Association, the Board of Directors for Philabundence, and he is a past officer of The National Association of Housing and Rehabilitation Officials. He has served on the Philadelphia Chapter of the National Association of Home Builders, Neighborhoods Now, and the Board of Trustees for West Chester University Foundation. Pratt earned his B.A. in public administration with a concentration in urban planning from West Chester University. He also received his Public Housing Managers Certification from the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials.
About the Moderator
Philip Balderston, Founder & CEO, Odin Properties

Philip Balderston is the founder and chief executive officer of Odin Properties, a diversified, regional real estate investment and management firm. Before founding Odin, Balderston was the director of acquisitions and finance at Philadelphia-based Tower Investments Inc., where he was responsible for financing various development projects and asset management. Before joining Tower, he was an acquisition and development analyst at The KOR Group in Los Angeles. He also held an analyst and asset management position at Amerimar Enterprises in Philadelphia.
Balderston has a profound understanding of real estate finance and economics, economic cycles and community development, having completed over $600 million of real estate transactions as a principal in his 20-plus-year career. Balderston is a graduate of the William Penn Charter School in East Falls and holds a degree in economics from the University of Pennsylvania, as well as a degree in real estate finance and urban studies from the Wharton School.

Thank you for being a Jewish Federation Real Estate annual and Legends and Leaders Diamond corporate sponsor. Legends and Leaders is JFRE’s premier annual event featuring real estate’s best and brightest minds to discuss upcoming industry trends. The 2025 Legends and Leaders will be on Nov. 13 at the Crystal Tea Room in The Wanamaker Building at 100 E. Penn Square, Philadelphia. To register or for more information, visit jewishphilly.org/legends or call Alan Lepore, JFRE director, at 215.832.0532.

LIFE SCIENCES AND HEALTHCARE
Panelists: Dominique Casimir-German, Donald Moore, Joe Traynor
Moderator: Bill Glazer
About the Breakout: Learn about the nuances of developing advanced research, healthcare, and laboratory facilities. This session will explore the unique challenges of creating state-of-the-art spaces with specialized infrastructure needs in order to support advanced research and to serve a community’s healthcare needs.
About the Panelists
Dominique Casimir-German, Senior Vice President, Enterprise Asset Management

Dominique Casimir-German currently serves as the senior vice president of Enterprise Asset Management, overseeing the real estate, planning, design, construction, and facilities for Jefferson and Lehigh Valley Health, Thomas Jefferson University, and Jefferson Health Plans. Previously, she was chief of staff on the executive team.
She formerly held the position of vice president of real estate for Thomas Jefferson University & Health System. Casimir-German was also responsible for negotiations over new sites and was awarded “Deal of the Year for 2021” by The Philadelphia Business Journal. She also held the position of deputy commissioner of the real estate management division. During her first year, she brought significant savings, allowing a surplus for the City of Philadelphia for the first time in over a decade.
Casimir-German has received numerous awards, such as the Most Influential African Americans of 2023 and 2024 in Philadelphia, the Power Woman Award, the Woman of Impact Award and many more. She received her M.B.A. from Villanova University and B.A. from Temple University.
Donald Moore, Senior Vice President, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia

Donald Moore serves as a senior vice president at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), overseeing real estate, facilities development, master planning and facilities operations. He serves as the steward of CHOP’s built environment, overseeing its real estate portfolio and ensuring alignment with enterprise strategic priorities and initiatives.
Moore has over four decades of experience in real estate and facilities development. He has planned and delivered buildings and campuses that span the realm of public and private, and include residential, energy, commercial, education, research and healthcare. He is a member of many associations and serves on numerous boards that serve the Philadelphia region, most notably Habitat for Humanity of Philadelphia, the Free Library of Philadelphia and the Schuylkill River Development Corporation.
Joe Traynor, Vice President, Development, Breakthrough Properties

Joe Traynor leads the Philadelphia office for Breakthrough Properties where he oversees programming, predevelopment and overall asset strategy for projects in other markets from Boulder, CO to the east coast. A native of Greater Philadelphia, Traynor has nearly 15 years of experience leading over $2.5 million square feet of commercial real estate projects through various stages, from acquisition and predevelopment through construction and lease-up. Traynor’s experience includes various product types, ranging from redevelopment and large-scale renovations to ground-up development.
He holds a M.B.A. from Villanova School of Business with specializations in real estate and finance, as well as a B.A. in architectural design from Yale University.
About the Moderator
Bill Glazer, President & CEO, Keystone Property Group

Bill Glazer, chief executive officer, founded Keystone Properties in 1991. In the three decades since, the company has grown across exigencies, markets, product types, and capital strategies, evolving from an entrepreneurial real estate services provider into a fully integrated development and investment company. Glazer has invested in and developed over 12 million square feet of real estate and billions of dollars of transactions using multiple investment structures. Glazer’s professional affiliations include the Young President’s Organization and Wharton School’s Zell Lurie Real Estate Center. He is the recipient of many awards, including the Chamber of Commerce Award for Excellence, the Philadelphia Business Journal’s CEO of the Year Award, and the Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award.
INDUSTRIAL
Panelists: Benjamin Cohen, Jeremy Grey, Matt Handel
Moderator: Andrew Yaffe
About the Breakout: Discuss the current trends and future outlook for industrial properties, including warehouses, distribution centers and manufacturing facilities. The conversation will cover key drivers such as e-commerce growth, supply chain dynamics, brownfield development, and new construction, as well as the challenges and opportunities for investors and developers.
About the Panelists
Benjamin Cohen, Co-Founder, Endurance Real Estate Group, LLC

Benjamin Cohen co-founded Endurance Real Estate Group, LLC in 2002, based in Radnor, PA. Cohen has worked in investment real estate since 1997. At Endurance, he focuses on sourcing new acquisition opportunities and cultivating relationships with the firm’s institutional equity partners and lenders. He also plays a key role in asset management, providing leasing, financial and marketing oversight for the company’s portfolio.
Prior to co-founding Endurance, Cohen worked at RFR Holdings, a privatelyowned development firm based in New York, and at Fortis Advisors, a provider of institutional equity to real estate operators. He began his career as an auditor with Ernst & Young and Deloitte & Touche. Cohen holds a M.S. in real estate development from New York University and a B.S in accounting from Tulane University. He is also a certified public accountant.
Jeremy Grey, Executive Vice President, HRP Group

Jeremy Grey joined HRP Group in May 2018. In his role as executive vice president, he is a leader in the organization and manages real estate investments and redevelopment projects across HRP’s national platform from acquisition to stabilization. Grey has 25 years of industry experience with infrastructure projects, brownfield redevelopment, large-scale industrial park development, complex acquisitions and industrial leasing.
Prior to joining HRP, Grey worked at CenterPoint Properties, where he served as vice president of development. Grey serves on the Select Greater Philadelphia Advisory Board and on the Illinois Economic Policy Institute (ILEPI) Board of Directors as the economic development director. He is a member of NAIOP Commercial Real Estate Development Association and its Chicago Chapter. He is a licensed professional engineer in the State of Illinois and received a B.S. in civil engineering from the Illinois Institute of Technology.
Matt Handel, Philadelphia Market Lead, Alliance HP

Matt Handel is the Philadelphia market lead at Alliance HP. As the market lead, Handel oversees acquisitions, dispositions and leasing in Greater Philadelphia.
In July 2025, Alliance HP formed a programmatic JV with a leading private investment firm to focus on value-add industrial investments in South Florida and Greater Philadelphia.
ABOUT THE MODERATOR:
Andrew Yaffe, Founder & CEO, Unified Companies

Andrew Yaffe is the founder and chief executive officer of Unified Companies, a Philadelphia-based real estate investment and development firm with a focus on the industrial sector. Under his leadership, Unified has grown to own and operate nearly two million square feet of property, serving tenants that range from global companies to local “mom and pop” businesses.
Yaffe is an active member of the Young Presidents Organization. He has served on the board of the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia and is currently part of the JFRE Executive Committee. He also contributes his time to the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s Young Leadership Alliance and helps to lead The Friends of Rittenhouse Square.

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In 2024 alone, we invested more than $80 million to nourish, protect, educate and uplift Jewish life – locally and globally. Join us. Reflect. Celebrate. Build.
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JFRE Fund Projects 2025-2026
As a JFRE member, you can change lives for the better. Through the Jewish Federation Real Estate Fund, JFRE members impact the lives of millions.
The fund invests hundreds of thousands of dollars annually to support critical projects in Greater Philadelphia and Israel. In response to the unprecedented global rise in antisemitism, JFRE continues to prioritize security-related initiatives that protect the community against increased threats of violence and Jewish hate.
JFRE Fund Grantees - Allocations Totaling $645,443 to 18 projects locally and in Israel.
LOCAL PROJECTS
Ann Newman Preschool at Temple Beth Sinai
Ann Newman Preschool at Temple Beth Sinai has been a staple in the community for over 50 years, serving children ages 6 weeks through 5 years old. The organization’s early childhood development program allows each child to reach their fullest potential while embracing Jewish values. JFRE’s grant will permit the installation of vehicle impact bollards in front of the playground and building — providing an added layer of protection to both gathering congregants and children at play. To learn more about the Ann Newman Preschool at Temple Beth Sinai, click here.
Camp Havaya
Camp Havaya is a Reconstructionist Jewish overnight camp located in the Poconos Mountains. Recognized as among the most diverse Jewish camps in North America, Havaya is proud to welcome campers of color, the LGBTQ+ community, interfaith backgrounds, and across the religious spectrum. With support from the JFRE Fund, the camp will install a generator connected to its main building to safeguard the wellbeing of campers and staff in the event of an emergency or power outage. To learn more about Camp Havaya, click here.
Chabad House at the University of Pennsylvania
The Chabad House is a center for Jewish life, learning and gathering on the University of Pennsylvania’s campus. Each Friday, approximately 250 Penn students attend weekly Chabad House events, from mentoring sessions to Shabbat dinners. With antisemitism on the rise at universities nationwide, JFRE’s grant will support essential security upgrades to ensure the safety and well-being of students and staff. To learn more about the University of Pennsylvania Chabad, click here.
Congregation Beth Israel of Media
Congregation Beth Israel, a Reconstructionist synagogue located in Media, PA, is home to a community of 180 families. The JFRE Fund will support the replacement of three sets of interior entryways, promoting the safety and functionality of the synagogue’s shared spaces. To learn more about Congregation Beth Israel of Media, click here.
Congregation Shir Ami
Congregation Shir Ami is a Reform synagogue in Newtown, PA, serving more than 500 families. With support from the JFRE Fund, the congregation will perform security upgrades to three main entryways to ensure safe, controlled and efficient building access for all members and visitors. To learn more about Congregation Shir Ami, click here .
Congregation Tiferes B’nai Israel
Congregation Tiferes B’nai Israel was founded in 1924 and is the oldest continuously operating synagogue in Bucks County. A JFRE Fund grant will allow the congregation to replace two deteriorating entrance and exit doorways, improving both security and accessibility for all who enter its historic space. To learn more about Congregation Tiferes B’nai Israel, click here .
KleinLife
KleinLife is a vibrant Jewish community center in Northeast Philadelphia that provides a wide range of social, educational and cultural programming for individuals of all ages — from preschoolers to seniors. The organization also offers a plethora of health, wellness and social services to members, many of whom are Russian and Ukrainian immigrants. With support from the JFRE Fund, the center will upgrade and replace their original security doors in the 50-yearold facility. To learn more about KleinLife, click here .
Morris and Rose Caskey Torah Academy
Caskey Torah Academy is an Orthodox Jewish day school that educates nearly 400 students from preschool through eighth grade. With a strong commitment to academic excellence and Jewish values, the school fosters a nurturing environment for young learners. A grant from the JFRE Fund will support the replacement of six
aging exterior doors to enable children and staff to enjoy a safe and secure school community. To learn more about Caskey Torah Academy, click here .
Ohev Shalom of Bucks County
Ohev Shalom of Bucks County is a Conservative synagogue dedicated to serving the spiritual, educational, cultural, civic and social needs of its members. With support from the JFRE Fund, the congregation will install a chair lift on the second floor, which houses a large, multipurpose space for worship services, social events, gatherings, and the synagogue’s main offices. To learn more about Ohev Shalom of Bucks County, click here .
Politz Yeshiva & Bais Yaakov
Politz Yeshiva & Bais Yaakov is an Orthodox Jewish day school in Northeast Philadelphia, serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade. A JFRE Fund grant will enable critical upgrades to the school’s intercom, access control and 911 emergency response systems to strengthen campus security. To learn more about Politz Yeshiva & Bais Yaakov, click here .
Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel
Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel in Elkins Park, PA has served the Philadelphia Jewish community with distinction since 1847. The synagogue, which currently serves nearly 800 families, offers many different worship opportunities, provides education for all ages, and hosts social action and outreach programs. A JFRE grant will support the replacement of exterior doors and the installation of an access control panel. To learn more about Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel, click here .
Rose and Morris Caskey Gan Israel Camps of Greater Philadelphia
Camp Gan Israel is a ten-acre day camp in Collegeville, PA offering a welcoming and inclusive approach to Jewish education. The camp is rooted in Ahavat Yisrael, an unconditional love for every Jew regardless of background or experience. A JFRE Fund grant will support vital security infrastructure, including enhanced perimeter fencing, to help provide safe play and secure facilities throughout the summer. To learn more about Camp Gan Israel-Philadelphia, click here .

ISRAEL AND GLOBAL PROJECTS
Community Centers Network:
Kiryat Shmona
The Community Centers Network in Kiryat Shmona works together with the local municipality, carrying out and coordinating all community-related activities in Kiryat Shmona. A JFRE Fund grant will support the renovation and establishment of a shelter where activities for children and youth can be held.
Moshav Sharsheret
Moshav Sharsheret was established in 1951 by immigrants from Tunisia and is located next to the Gaza border. The moshav is located in Sdot Negev, which is part of the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia’s Partnership2Gether region. JFRE’s grant will renovate a safe room, which is a part of a community youth club, for teens to be able to socialize and participate in activities without fear of threat. This project is part of Adopt-aCommunity, the Jewish Federation’s initiative to rebuild and refortify Sdot Negev’s 16 communities.
Moshav Zeru’a
Moshav Zeru’a was established in the early 1950s during the first stages of Negev’s development and consisted of families who immigrated from Morocco. The moshav is located in Sdot Negev, which is part of the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia’s Partnership2Gether region. JFRE’s grant will renovate a mobile shelter that is adjacent to a youth club, so that teens can safely participate in afterschool activities. This project is part of Adopt-a-Community, the Jewish Federation’s initiative to rebuild and refortify Sdot Negev’s 16 communities.
Nirim
The Nirim Organization provides youthat-risk, ages 14-18, with an opportunity to overcome their harsh life circumstances, and become self-confident and successful contributing members of society. The JFRE Fund will provide security upgrades to Nirim’s farm facilities — located about 900 yards from the Syrian border — with fencing, cameras, safe pathways and emergency equipment. To learn more about Nirim, click here .
OneDay Tikkun Olam
OneDay Tikkun Olam, also known as OneDay Social Volunteering, is an international non-profit organization that encourages young people ages 1835 to volunteer in community activities. A JFRE Fund grant will allow for the organization to purchase equipment to help train rescue teams of volunteers across Israel, giving them the skills to respond effectively to emergencies in their local communities. To learn more about OneDay Tikkun Olam, click here .
Center for Culture and Community in Upper Galilee
Located on the northeastern edge of Israel, the Center for Culture and Community in the Upper Galilee region serves 29 kibbutzim and offers a wide range of services, including education, cultural and regional activities. A grant from the JFRE Fund will support the installation of a high-tech security pole equipped with an advanced camera system. This system will provide real-time alerts to the control center in the event of missile strikes, natural disasters or terrorist infiltrations — ensuring a rapid, coordinated emergency response. To learn more about the Upper Galilee Regional Council, click here .
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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
We extend our heartfelt thanks to our sponsors for supporting JFRE's critical work in building and securing vital infrastructure in Greater Philadelphia, Israel, and around the world. Your commitment ensures that JFRE continues to be a central convener, fundraiser, and grant maker for the Jewish community, making a lasting impact through your generous support.
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Making Philadelphia Into a Regional Powerhouse:
Expanding Jobs, Opportunities and Business
At The Laurel Rittenhouse, JFRE held a moderated Q&A with Pennsylvania’s Chief Transformation and Opportunity Officer Benjamin Kirshner, City of Philadelphia Commerce Director Alba Martinez, and JFRE Executive Committee member and Parkway President and CEO Rob Zuritsky. They discussed strategies for elevating Greater Philadelphia and transforming it into a leading hub for commercial and residential development.
JFRE at Chubb Center
JFRE members had the opportunity to take an exclusive tour of the new Chubb Center where they enjoyed the behind-the-scenes look at the transformative space in the heart of Philadelphia. A special thank you to speaker Rob Zuritsky, JFRE Executive Committee member and Parkway Corporation president and CEO.
JFRE Women in Real Estate Luncheon
JFRE held a breakfast and networking session at Anna and Bel to hear from prominent women leaders in the real estate development space. Thank you to our speaker Jessica Morgan.

Young JFRE Speed Networking
Young JFRE members met at Braid Mill to participate in a one-of-a-kind speed networking event. Leaders from different intersections of the real estate industry sat down with groups of Young JFRE members to discuss their goals, what they’re seeing in the Philadelphia market, and what steps Young JFRE members can do next to elevate their careers.
JFRE at 17 Market West
JFRE held a tour and networking session at 17 Market West where members had the opportunity to tour the building’s spacious interiors and resort-style amenities. Thank you to Alterra Property Group and 17 Market West for hosting the event.
JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER PHILADELPHIA
Mark Fishman and Michele Levin Board Co-Chairs
George J. Danneman Campaign Co-Chair
Holly Nelson Campaign Co-Chair
Michael Balaban President and CEO
Sarah B. Solomon Chief Development Officer
Jennifer M. Brier, Esq. Chief Planned Giving Officer
Livi DiCaro Senior Chief of Finances and Operations
Rebecca Etter Chief Marketing Officer
Jason Holtzman Chief of Jewish Community Relations Council
Jeffrey Lasday Senior Chief of External Affairs
Dr. Kelly Romirowsky Chief Strategy and Impact Officer
Marni Davis Senior Director, Affinities and Volunteer Engagement
Alan Lepore JFRE Director
JEWISH FEDERATION REAL ESTATE Executive Committee 2025 - 2026
Jessica Morgan, Chair Managing Principal, Annalett Capital
Jeremy B. Fogel, Vice Chair Principal, Ironwood Property Group
Dan Berger, Chair Emeritus President, Berger Communities
Philip Balderston Founder and CEO, Odin Properties LLC
Max Frankel
Principal, Frankel Enterprises
Bill Glazer
President and CEO, Keystone Property Group
Adam Goodman President, Goodman Properties
Bradley A. Krouse
Managing Partner, Klehr Harrison Harvey Branzburg LLP
Jonathan Morgan President and Founder, Morgan Properties JV
Jason Morganroth Partner
Capital Solutions, Inc.
Malina Robbins
Senior Vice President, Commercial Real Estate WSFS Bank
Victor Rodin Co-Founder and Principal, RREI LLC
David Waxman Founder and Managing Partner, MMPartners
Spencer Yablon Senior Vice President, CBRE | Capital Markets
Andrew Yaffe Founder and CEO, Unified Companies
Thank you to Michael Markman and Robert Zuritsky for your leadership and commitment to JFRE, Greater Philadelphia and the Jewish Community as they rotate off our Executive Committee.
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Allocations Committee
Malina Robbins
Sponsorship Committee
Andrew Yaffe
Membership Committee
David Waxman
Events Committee
Spencer Yablon
Young JFRE Committee
Samantha Kupersmith
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