Philly Friendship Gala 2024 Ad Journal

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"NONE OF US IS PERFECT WITHOUT ALL THE REST OF US." - From the Wisdom of the Lubavitcher Rebbe

The Rebbe’s unconditional love of people knew no bounds. To the Rebbe, all belonged.

It is this belief in Jewish unity, the notion that not one of us is complete unless all of us are included, that goes to the very core and essence of the Rebbe’s teaching.

It is this concept that motivates and guides Philly Friendship Circle.

Philly Friendship Circle connects teens and young adults to youth with special needs and their families through a full range of social offerings. Inspired by the power of genuine friendship, our youth cultivate understanding, kindness and responsibility while ensuring a caring and inclusive community.

Philly Friendship Circle’s

YOUTH PROGRAMMING 17 & Younger

18 & Older

• Friends@Home • Sunday Circle • Mitzvah Volunteer Program (MVP) • Private Bar/Bat Mitzvah Tutoring • Teen Leadership Board

• Alumni Talks, Gatherings & Events • Inclusive Birthright Israel Trip • Social Circle Dinners • Sunday Strolls • Young Adult Happy Hour

All Ages

• Jewish Celebrations, Holiday Events & Activity packages

• Field Trips

Philly Friendship Circle’s

PARENT PROGRAMMING Parent Listserv Parents' Networking Sessions Informational Speakers Presentations Moms’ & Dads’ Nights Out

HOSTED BY Freda Pepper & Howard Bernstein Eve & David Kovsky

YOUTH CO-CHAIRS ADAM Sklar

AYELET Cooperberg

AVERY Meyer

JUSTIN Glozman

GALA AMBASSADORS Vicki & Gary Erlbaum

Alicia Felton Alison & Lee Sussman

& Sherrill Neff

Debbie & Paul Kelly

Simone & Brian Nadav

COMMITTEE CO-CHAIRS Iris & Larry Brownstein Lee Ann & Scott Erlbaum Danielle & Adam Illfelder Simi Kaplin Baer & Marc Baer

BOARD OF DIRECTORS PRESIDENT Sharon Levin

SECRETARY Seth Feldman

ALUMNI EXECUTIVE BOARD

TREASURER Howard Levin

Jonah Katz

Julie Axelrod Jaime Gordon Tracy Gordon Kami Verne

Sammi Levin

Ben Wolf

Emily Coplon Office Administrator & Executive Support

Chani Baram

Samantha Holzer

Chief Relationship Officer

Program & Curriculum Coordinator

Zev Baram

Laurie Sked

Chief Executive Officer

Meryl Sussman Chief Operating Officer

Cait Gilmartin Lead Behavioral Specialist for our Team of Friendship Experts

Member Support Coordinator

Chava Tova Thum Communications & Engagement Lead

Rachel Wener Web Engineer & Designer

OUR 2024 TEEN & YOUNG ADULT HONOREES Proudly representing 60+ local schools in our community

Ayelet Cooperberg Solomon Fishman Izzy Greenberg Ilana Illfelder Noah Matunis Gideon Wolf Skylar Zeaman

Gavriella Adelman Dani Bard-Maizel Benjamin Berger Evan Berman Ilana Fink Justin Glozman Sadie Gorberg Chloe Hedaya Talia Hurtig Carolyn Kelly

Avery Meyer Rachel Schneider Aaron Silber Ryan Singer Robbie Stutman Izzy Sussman Rikki Teicher Alana Ufberg Charley Ufberg Aiden Yanoff

2023 GRADUATED SENIORS Sarah Baram Solvej Berman Lia Cohen Yishai Daniel Jessica Dubin Talia Erlbaum Ashley Frazer

Madison Gindea Miriam Jacobs Shayna Kaye Michelle Kelly Logan Lisausky Joey Lobman Shirat SimonHazani

Alexa Sussan Sophie Sussman Karly Teicher Ava Thur Olivia Trachtenberg Ava Trachtenberg

Dovi Baram Joshua Barrie Chaya Baum Alexis Brady Emmy Brownstein Lea Caroline Jakob Caroline Anna Chasky Avi Cooperberg Liya Daniel Elad Daniel Sarel Daniel Lauren Dengel Gabe Deringer Tali Erlbaum Max Frager

Tzvi Frager Nathan Frazer Ezra Ftaiha Izzy Goldfuss Jake Goldstein Chaim Goldstein Dylan Gordon Max Grodin Ella Hedaya Mia Hedaya Caroline Hill Sofie Jubelirer Tamar Keleti Dylan Khan Samantha Kopelman Ezra Kovsky

Goldie Kovsky Max Landsburg Becca Levi Aiden Levin Zach Levin Leah Levitt Simon Livingston Rebecca Lobman Zachary Markizon Benjamin Miller Elle Miller Joss Miller Bayla Nadav Hudson Novodor Moshe Pesach Nyer Tikvah Nyer

Jayden Pappa Stella Rice Sophia Rose Ethan Rosenberg Sky Rostolsky Hannah Rubin Chana Runyan Andrea Santos Gaspar Santos Daniel Schneider Menucha Schneider Eliana Seasholtz Reuben Shandler Yisroel Sherman Alex Siegel Janie Silverman

Hadar SimonHazani Emily Smukler Liora Snitman Golda Snyder Stella Span Drew Steiner Evan Steiner Jason Stutman Edyn Sussman Daniel Sussman Alexandra Tapper Jeremy Tyszler Ella Ufberg Noah Ufberg Aaron Wolpaw

Leon Abramson Allyson Abramson Elisheva Apple Kallam Ariyoh Aaron Arnold Jacob Arnon Nicole Banner Logan Bass Jordyn Beller Joshua BleicherNugent Steven Bomze Rebecca Bricklin Ethan Chalker

Eric Cohen Mason Cohen Benjamin Dantzic Marcelo Delgado Avi Eckstein Jonathan Evans Daniel Heffler Nathan Horwitz Nikki Iorio Quinn Knittel Jessica Krupit Asher Landrecht Jordan Lazaroff Gavi Littwin

Luke McGivern-Cowan Noah Miller Aaron Nachlis Dean Nelinson Robert Nevison Scott Nicgorski Tyler Orens Zach Paikoff Shosh Paul Jeffrey Perlmutter Yasmine Pomerantz Matthew Reiss Thomas Rothman Simon Russin

Brooke Salon Briana Saunders Ethan Silber Adam Sklar Raffi Stein-Klotz Estey Tayar Shaquira Taylor Vincent Thaemlitz Aubrey Tillman Cara Whellan Riffy Wolpert Avi Wood Fallyn Zeitzer Carly Zeitzer

Jan & Pete Albert Julie & Rob Axelrod Caren Barnet & Steve Abramson Kelly & Michael Barrie Nancy & Marty Black Debbie Blume & Steve Stutman Malka & David Caroline Laura Cavender & Jason Glathar Temma & Mendy Cohen Holly Cohen & Leib Meadvin Jordana & Benjamin Cooperberg Sandy & Steve Cozen Devorah & Shaya Deitsch Joan & David Denenberg

Amy & Andy Dorfman Amy & Daniel Erlbaum Maria & Tom Federman Jill & Lenny Feinberg Pam & Scott Feldman Darien Finder Jess & Jacob Finder Jill & Mark Fishman Tracy & Scott Gindea Lauren & Jeff Gladstone Melissa & Michael Glozman Judi & Mark Goldstein Laurie & Howard Goldstein Reeva Golub & Dan Benau

Stacy & David Gorberg Tracy & George Gordon Abby & Nate Greenberg Dini & Zushe Gurevitz Noa & Josh Hedaya Karen & Curt Heffler Linda Heller & Zachary Weiss Cristy & Mitchell Hollin Margie & Jeffrey Honickman Helene & Greg Jaron Beth & David Joseph Amy & Michael Kopelman Hadassa & Emanuel Korn Chaya & Yisrael Kotlarsky

HOST COMMITTEE CONTINUED Elizabeth Kramer & Michael Golinkoff Chana Lane Melissa Lerman & Eric Berger Sharon & Jonathan Levin Lori & Raymond Levin Michele & Robert Levin Deborah & Mark Livingston Rachel & Shimi Mandelbaum Jennifer & David Matunis Jodi & David Miller Pninah & Marc Miller Gail & Elliot Norry

Erica & Alex Picker Lauren & Scott Ravitz Mindy & Howie Roseman Jill & Brian Rosen Lori & Peter Rosenberg Stephanie Rosenfeld Sussan Eydie Rudman & Howard Levin Shari & Stuart Rudoler Susan & Jeffrey Schwartz Danielle Selber & Jessica Slutsky Hilde & Bruce Sham Michal & Shraga Sherman Deborah Siegel

Nadine & Noel Silber Gail Simon Jodi & Dan Singer Staci & Mitch Sklar Rebecca Stein & Steven Matthews Myriam Klotz & Margot Stein Janie & Aaron Ufberg Elissa & David Waldstein Jen & Michael Willner Deborah Winokur & Hanan Fishman Dava & Eric Yanoff

In recognition of our fellow Shluchim and Shluchos of Philadelphia, Montgomery, Chester and Delaware Counties.

May we continue to work together to bring the Rebbe nachas and may you all have bracha v’ihatzlacha ad bli dai.

CHANI & ZEV

To our amazing Philly Friendship Circle team: We are so grateful for your dedication, skill, and collaborative spirit, making us unstoppable on this friendship journey. Together, we’re a mighty force!

- Chani & Zev

MERYL: Your incredible guidance and

unwavering dedication drive us forward on this journey. You inspire us all to excel and your constant encouragement and support help keep us on track every step of the way!

CHAVA TOVA: Your unique approach and care in

sharing PFC’s mission creates a space where everyone feels celebrated to be themselves and have fun.

Thanks for inspiring us about meaningful gatherings (and so much more!) and sharing your simcha with us as you embark on this exciting new chapter.

EMILY: Our data queen! Very grateful for your

careful attention to detail, ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. Thanks for ushering in a new era on the journey with our new database and helping us navigate the transition with grace and patience!

LAURIE: So appreciative of your nurturing

approach as you build up Friends@Home and bring your unique parent perspective. Thanks for supporting each member of our community in just the right way with your personable and warm approach, making everyone feel right at home.

ROCHEL: Your unique talent brings our brand to

life through your beautiful creations! We appreciate your sense of humor and adventurous spirit in exploring and problem-solving while juggling so many creative projects.

SAMANTHA: We admire your ability to roll with

the changes and keep things smooth behind the scenes. Whether you’re teaching MVP, staffing Birthright trips, or running events, you do it all with such grace and warmth, embodying and modeling the values of PFC in a beautiful and natural way.

To Cait & the entire team of Friendship Circle Support Staff AKA Friendship Experts Aislinn, Anja, Avi, Elizabeth, Gina, Jackie, Kaitlyn, LeighAnn, Meghan, Michael, Natalie, Sarah, Steph, Tali You’re like our trusty GPS on Philly Friendship Circle’s road trip to keep our youth connected, and we’re beyond grateful! Thank you for supporting everyone in our community to be themselves and have fun.

We couldn’t navigate this journey without you!

With much thanks and deep admiration,

CHANI & ZEV

TO OUR DEAR YOUTH CO-CHAIRS: ADAM, AVERY, AYELET, AND JUSTIN Thank you for being leaders and for all your hard work preparing for this gala.

It is a real treat for us to have the opportunity to plan with such an enthusiastic and capable group. You have been hugely important to Philly Friendship Circle and we are honored to have you as part of the Philly Friendship Circle family.

Chani & Zev

TO THE TEENS & YOUNG ADULTS OF FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE You are living the Philly Friendship Circle life, bringing the rules of being yourself and having fun to everything you do.

Even though we have been doing this for many years, it never “gets old” seeing each of you with friends at PFC. Watching you mature as friendships develop, enjoying all the fun and silliness, being there as each of you has grown, It is truly an honor!

Chani & Zev

A heartfelt thank you for co-hosting this journey of friendship with us and for your unwavering dedication and support along the way. Your example doesn’t just inspire us but also countless others in our community, truly embodying the spirit of Philly Friendship Circle. May all your efforts bring abundant blessings into your lives.

With so much gratitude,

CHANI & ZEV

Huge shoutout to our Committee Co-Chairs Simi Kaplin Baer & Marc Baer Iris & Larry Brownstein Lee Ann & Scott Erlbaum Danielle & Adam Illfelder For being our trusted companions on this event journey!

Thank you,

CHANI & ZEV

TO OUR GALA AMBASSADORS Vicki & Gary Erlbaum

Alicia Felton Alison & Lee Sussman

& Sherrill Neff

Debbie & Paul Kelly

Simone & Brian Nadav

Thank you for your hours of outreach. We are grateful for the teamwork and look forward to celebrating together!

In friendship and gratitude,

Chani & Zev

Hardworking, but understanding.

Responsible, but SO fun.

Incredibly committed, but easy going too.

TO OUR DEAREST CHANI AND ZEV: There are so many wonderful things we can say about you two; these are just a few. Thank you for starting us on the road to friendship and accompanying us through the twists and turns. We look forward to the next stops on the ongoing road to friendship. May you continue, with even greater success and joy, and go from strength to strength IY”H!

In Friendship, Your Team: Meryl, Emily, Samantha, Laurie, Chava Tova, and Rochel Bayla

DEAR TEAM,

Chani, Zev, Emily, Chava Tova, Samantha, Laurie, Rochel, Cait and her team of Friendship Experts

Thank you for everything you do individually and as a team. Philly Friendship Circle - Sunday Circle, YA events, MVP, Friends@Home, Teen Leadership Board, Parent Room “seminars,” Parents Nights Out, Family Events, The Walk, The Gala, The Art Show, Birthright does not happen without each of you. I look forward to continuing on the road to friendship with all of you as we make new stops and old, traverse twists and turns, and journey to more ways to be ourselves and have fun.

May it be Your will, G‑d, our G‑d and the G‑d of our ancestors, that You should lead us in peace and direct our steps in peace, and guide us in peace, and support us in peace, and cause us to reach our destination in life, joy, and peace.

ָ ‫יְהִי רָצוןֹ מִלְפָנ ֶי‬. ‫ך‬ ּ‫לִיכֵנו‬ ֹ ‫ שֶתּו‬.ּ‫ת ֵינו‬ ֹ ‫ה ֵי אֲבו‬ ֹ ‫ל‬-‫ה ֵינוּ וֵא‬ ֹ ‫ל‬-ֱ‫א‬ ׁ ּ‫ וְת ַד ְרִיכֵנו‬.‫ם‬ ֹ ‫ וְתַצְעִידֵנוּ לְשָלו‬.‫ם‬ ֹ ‫לְשָלו‬ ׁ ׁ ּ‫ וְתַג ִּיעֵנו‬.‫ם‬ ֹ ‫ וְתִסְמְכֵנוּ לְשָלו‬.‫ם‬ ֹ ‫יָ לְשָלו‬-ְ‫י‬ ׁ ׁ ‫ם‬ ֹ ‫לִמְחוזֹ חֶפְצֵנוּ לְח ַי ִּים וּלְשִמְחָה וּלְשָלו‬ ׁ ׂ

MERYL

Congratulations to the honorees!

Your presence in our Circle has truly made a positive impact. With each one of you, the joy of more smiles and laughter has blossomed. Friendships have flourished, creating a stronger and more vibrant community.

As both a staff member and parent of Philly Friendship Circle, each of you embodies inspiration and amazement. Your unique contributions have added layers of richness to our shared experiences. Even if you may not fully grasp the extent of your influence, rest assured, you are meaningful to someone else.

A special acknowledgment goes to Chani and Zev. Your presence has been particularly inspiring and amazing. We are grateful for the warmth, humor, and thoughtfulness you consistently bring. Your ability to bring smiles to many faces and warmth to countless hearts has not gone unnoticed.

Thank you for being integral parts of our community and for making the Philly Friendship Circle the extraordinary place that it is. May your continued efforts be met with success and meaningful moments.

Congratulations once again!

Laurie Sked

So thankful for this amazing community and hard working staff who make dreams turn to reality.

I couldn’t do it without you all.

XOXO, SAMANTHA

I want to thank my parents for being supportive of everything I do and their support with Philly Friendship Circle. And I want to thank Chani, Zev and Chava Tova for creating such a special environment where I am always safe to be myself and have fun!! While learning new traits and tools that can be used in the world around me!!

AVERY MEYER

I would like to thank my parents for always supporting and pushing me to be the best that I can be. I am grateful that they encourage me to join awesome programs like Philly Friendship Circle! I want to thank my brothers Josh and Garrett for their tolerance (most of the time).

Philly Friendship Circle gave me the gift of friendship and acceptance of me for who I am.

They also gave me the opportunity to go on Birthright just like other young adults.

Thank you Chani and Zev, and Philly Friendship Circle for everything you do! Looking forward to more fun trips and learning opportunities with Philly Friendship Circle!

- ADAM SKLAR

I’ve loved being a part of Philly Friendship Circle for the past 4 years and serving as a youth co-chair for the Gala.

Thank you to my brother Lucas who participated with me the first 2 years, and to my parents who have always supported my efforts.

A big thank you to Chani and Zev, and all the Philly Friendship staff and volunteers for everything you do week after week. And a special thank you to all the amazing friends I’ve met over the years.

Philly Friendship Circle does so much for the community.

Best wishes for continued success. Yasher Koach!

JUSTIN GLOZMAN

Co-chairing the gala this year has been an honor, since Friendship Circle has been such a meaningful part of my life for the past seven years.

I want to first thank my parents for telling my nervous and shy eleven year old self to start volunteering, and then supporting me every step of the way.

Friendship Circle has taught me empathy and patience, and led me to be a confident leader. I’m so grateful to Chani, Zev, and all of the amazing Friendship Circle staff for creating such an accepting and welcoming community.

AYELET COOPERBERG

Kol hakavod

FRIENDSHIP REVOLUTIONARIES

To Philly Friendship Circle’s teens and young adults!

Your dedication to creating compassionate friendships for youth with special needs embodies the true values of the Jewish community. By fostering genuine connections and spreading kindness, you enrich lives, creating a brighter and more inclusive future for all.

The Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia is proud to partner with Philly Friendship Circle to bring the power of acceptance and the joy of lasting, authentic connections to so many in the community.

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Pine Street Foundation applauds Philly Friendship Circle’s work to keep kids connected, more important now than ever before!

LIZA & JON SELTZER CLOSE COMPANIONS

In honor of the amazing volunteers of Philly Friendship Circle We are inspired by your commitment, your energy and your beautiful hearts.

We are happy to know that our future is in your hands.

With special love, admiration and best wishes to our heroes and dear friends

Chani & Zev The incredible beauty of Philly Friendship Circle is a true reflection of your vision, dedication, heart and soul.

We are proud to have a place in the circle with so many wonderful people.

VICKI & GARY ERLBAUM & FAMILY CLOSE COMPANIONS

Sandy and Steve Cozen and the Samuel D. Cozen Memorial Fund continue to love and support The Friendship Circle and all that it does!

CHERISHED CHAVERIM

Mazel tov Ilana and teen leadership board!

Love, The Illfelder Family

CHERISHED CHAVERIM

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE TEENS & YOUNG ADULTS OF FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE Mazel Tov to the professionals and volunteers of the Friendship Circle for their impactful work.

Tracy & Shanin Specter

PERFECT PALS

“The only way to have a friend is to be one.” ~Ralph Waldo Emerson

Kol HaKavod to the

2024 TEENS AND YOUNG ADULTS

who strengthen Friendship Circle through their commitment to this amazing organization!

A shout out to our favorite Friendship Circle Alum:

SAMMI LEVIN Mom, Dad, Jake & Andrew

PERFECT PALS

Chani and Zev, we proudly salute the invaluable contributions you make to our community. Your commitment to fostering inclusivity and spreading joy through friendship exemplifies the very essence of community spirit.

Freda and Howard, we extend our sincerest gratitude for your unwavering dedication to the Philly Friendship Circle. Your boundless tzedakah and selfless contributions know no bounds, enriching the lives of countless individuals within our community.

Beth & David Joseph PERFECT PALS

Proud to support Philly Friendship Circle

PERFECT PALS

Congratulations Vicki & Gary on all of your success on behalf of Philly Friendship Circle

STEPHEN KLEIN

PERFECT PALS

Congratulations to Raffi Stein-Klotz and all the participants on another wonderful year of friendship! Our immense gratitude to Chani and Zev Baram for their guidance and support for our family year after year.

With love,

RABBIS MARGOT STEIN & MYRIAM KLOTZ PERFECT PALS

Thank you Chani, Zev, and the entire Philly Friendship Circle family for continuing to enrich the lives of all those blessed enough to be a part of this incredible organization. Mazel Tov to the teens & young adults of the Friendship Circle. We are grateful for the positive impact you are making in our community.

ALI, LEE, SOPHIE, IZZY & DANIEL SUSSMAN BEST BUDS

In honor of Freda Pepper and Howard Bernstein’s deep commitment to the meaningful work of Friendship Circle.

CAREN BARNET & STEVE ABRAMSON BEST BUDS

Thanks to the Friendship Circle leadership and staff for building a lasting Road to Friendship.

REBECCA STEIN & STEVE MATTHEWS BEST BUDS

THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU DO TO SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY. Jill & Mark Fishman

BEST BUDS

Yasher Koach to all the guests of honor tonight, and to

Tali Erlbaum and Ezra & Goldie Kovsky - 3 teen volunteers - extraordinaire, who know no bounds in friendship!

To Chani and Zev—together you are a professional powerhouse and perfect pals to have, and we admire the way you lovingly lead our Philly community to see what true friendship is!

AMY & DANIEL ERLBAUM BEST BUDS

COMPLIMENTS from LISA & ARTHUR BERKOWITZ

BEST BUDS

Congratulations to all the participants in this wonderful organization. Special shout out to Rabbi Zev and Chani Baram, Sharon Levin, and Sivy Blume’s grandsons, Robbie and Jason Stutman.

LOVE, GAIL SIMON BEST BUDS

Thank you Philly Friendship Circle for always being there for all of us!

THE FAMILY OF MICHAEL NEFF

BEST BUDS

Kol Hakavod to Chani & Zev for your leadership & dedication.

Your caring & commitment changes lives.

THE NORRY FAMILY BEST BUDS

THANK YOU TO ALL THE WONDERFUL STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS OF FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE. The Rudoler Family: Shari, Stuart, Jeremy, Joey & Helen

BEST BUDS

Mazel Tov to the Teens and Young Adults of Philly Friendship Circle.

Thank you for your leadership and your commitment to celebrating our Jewish identity!

Susanna Lachs Adler & Dean Adler

BEST BUDS

Youth leadership and volunteers, you give us all confidence in the future.

Chani and Zev, our friends and our teachers, you continue to inspire us with your boundless energy, creativity and commitment to the community.

May you all go from strength to strength.

HOWARD, FREDA, JESSE, AARON & BEN AWESOME ALLIES

Yasher Koach to Chani and Zev, Freda and Howard, the Youth Co-Chairs, and all Honorees for keeping the Circle strong! We are proud and honored to stand next to you.

DAVID, EVE, EZRA & GOLDIE KOVSKY AWESOME ALLIES

AWESOME ALLIES

Mazel Tov to all the

We are so proud of our son,

Thank you to all the Teen Volunteers, Chani and Zev, and the Philly Friendship Circle Staff for all the hours you have spent bringing friendship to so many in our community. Your commitment is an inspiration and a wonderful testament to what can be accomplished through passion and determination.

for his dedication and support of the Philly Friendship Circle mission, and for serving as Gala Youth Co-Chair.

We are honored to be a part of the Philly Friendship Circle family!

2024 TEENS AND YOUNG ADULTS!

JUSTIN

Melissa & Michael Glozman AWESOME ALLIES

Mazel tov to the honorees!

Nancy & Martin Black AWESOME ALLIES

If you have an opportunity to be nice to someone - “Do It.” You’ll feel good and you’ll help someone else. Try it, it’s contagious!

SUSIE & PAUL LICHTMAN AWESOME ALLIES

PROUD TO SPONSOR PHILLY FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE

AWESOME ALLIES

HAR ZION MEN’S CLUB loves to continue to help Philly Friendship Circle

AWESOME ALLIES

TREGERMAN FAMILY CELEBRATES CHANI & ZEV!

AWESOME ALLIES

Mazel Tov to Zev and Chani and all of our volunteers for another outstanding year of Philly Friendship Circle!

I am privileged to be President of the Philly Friendship Circle Board and to work side-by-side with our extraordinary staff.

Kol Hakavod,

SHARON

SHARON & JONATHAN LEVIN

AWESOME ALLIES

To the incredible team at the Philly Friendship Circle: your passion, dedication, and unwavering kindness serve as a guiding light for us all. Your impact resonates far beyond measure, enriching the lives of those you touch with every smile and act of kindness.

May you go from strength to strength.

Jill, Brian, Sam & Josh Rosen AWESOME ALLIES

Congratulations to this year’s Hosts, Co-Chairs and Youth Co-Chairs, and thanks to Chani and Zev for all that they do for the community.

MATTHEW HOLLIN AND FAMILY AWESOME ALLIES

Chani and Zev, Your contributions to our community are beyond compare.

With deep respect and appreciation,

Tracy & George

AWESOME ALLIES

To our esteemed Community Awardees Eve & David Kovsky Freda Pepper & Howard Bernstein We admire and respect your dedication to ensuring the success of The Friendship Circle. May your family, friends and the entire community follow in your footsteps to help perpetuate the great work of The Friendship Circle.

Mazal Tov!

Ellen and Harris Fishman AWESOME ALLIES

Thank you Philadelphia Friendship Circle for all the amazing work you do in the community!

Chani and Zev: You Rock! It has been an honor to be a part of this inclusive environment.

We look forward to many more years of volunteering at Sunday Circles.

The Nadav Family Simone, Brian, Bayla, Lev & Michah AWESOME ALLIES

ABBY SIEGEL-GREENBERG AND NATE GREENBERG proudly support Philly Friendship Circle.

AWESOME ALLIES

In honor of my granddaughters, Michelle and Carolyn Kelly and their trememdous commitment to the Philly Friendship Circle

ELLEN SIMON AWESOME ALLIES

Mazel Tov to the honorees, friends, and to Chani and Zev. May Friendship Circle go from Strength to Strength!

The Gladstone Family Lauren, Jeff, Rebecca, Danielle & Adam AWESOME ALLIES

Congratulations to our Student Honorees for your wonderful leadership.

Thanks to Chani, Zev, and the entire Philly Friendship Circle team in supporting a community of friendship.

Amy, Michael, Ethan & Samantha Kopelman AWESOME ALLIES

We proudly salute Chani & Zev Baram for their passion and dedication to Philly Friendship Circle. Your leadership and commitment to the Jewish community is an inspiration to us all.

MARGIE & JEFFREY HONICKMAN AWESOME ALLIES

MAZAL TOV to Philly Friendship Circle.

Susan & Lewis Gantman

AWESOME ALLIES

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Thank you to all of our friends at the Philly Friendship Circle for making such a positive impact on our community.

THE ROBIN & STEVEN KATZ FAMILY AWESOME ALLIES

Yasher koach to all of this year’s Philly Friendship Circle Gala Co-chairs and Ambassadors!

A special shout out to the dynamic Philly Friendship Circle leadership, especially the always inspiring Rabbi Zev and Chani! You continue to make the world a better place!

JODI & DAVID MILLER REBECCA, BEN & JARED AWESOME ALLIES

Julie and Rob Axelrod proudly support Philly Friendship Circle.

AWESOME ALLIES

Thank you to Friendship Circle especially Chani & Zev for creating such a warm and welcoming environment where everyone is able to have the gift of friendship!

THE SKLAR FAMILY AWESOME ALLIES

The Erlbaum Family is proud to be counted among the supporters of

The Friendship Circle Kol Hakavod to Eve and David, Freda and Howard, and all the amazing teens and young adults involved in the Friendship Circle

Thank you Chani and Zev, for enriching so many lives over these past 19 years.

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LET'S TALK!

Thank you to the Baram family and the whole Friendship Circle team for all the support, friendships, and opportunities you provide for our family. We sincerely appreciate your dedication and care for our children. You are truly making a difference in many families’ lives, and we are grateful to be a part of such a wonderful community.

Thank you for all that you do!

Thank you Philly Friendship Circle for making friendships happen. I’m so proud of both my daughter and granddaughter who have enjoyed being a part of this wonderful organization as volunteers. Best wishes for continued growth.

Mendel & Layah Lishner

Sharon Wexler

FAST FRIENDS

FAST FRIENDS

Thank you Friendship Circle for another great year for Leon and Ally.

In honor of those who set the tone to help begin this amazing program including our daughters Rachel Sharona and Talia Ahuva and their SPECIAL friend, Rina Goldberg z’l. Keep doing this great work, group!

Sandy Moss

Ken & Sunnie Rosenstein

FAST FRIENDS

FAST FRIENDS

Thank you Zev, Chani, Philly Friendship Circle Staff, and Volunteers! Mazal Tov to the Teen and Young Adult Honorees and the Gala Committee!

LORI & RAY LEVIN

We salute Philly Friendship Circle.

FAST FRIENDS

FAST FRIENDS

MARY & NATHAN RELLES

Mazel tov to the Philly Friendship Circle and to all the volunteers and kids! You bring light and laughter to our community which is needed now more than ever! Thank you for your joy and inspiration!

Mazal Tov to all the kids and families who support the Friendship Circle’s great work.

Kol Hakavod,

BETSY & DAVID RENTZ

DANIEL EISENSTADT & SHARON MUSHER

FAST FASTFRIENDS FRIENDS

FAST FRIENDS

Mazel tov to all those involved in helping to sustain and grow the Philly Friendship Circle.

And Yasher Koach to Chani and Zev for inspiring them to do so.

Helene & Greg Jaron

FAST FRIENDS

With thanks and gratitude we celebrate the very committed professionals of Friendship Circle, who enrich our children’s lives with their kindness, engagement and friendship!

Laurie & Kevin Bass FAST FRIENDS

Honoring Lenny Miller & his Musical Buddy Steven!

Mazel Tov to the honorees and thank you to the event hosts.

Rebecca, we are proud of your dedication to the Philly Friendship Circle. Chani and Zev, we are grateful for your hard work and the positive impact you make to all of those around you.

Saba & Safta

Rachel & Jeff Lobman

FAST FRIENDS

FAST FRIENDS

Mazel Tov to all Gala ambassadors & committee co-chairs!

Mazal Tov Avery Meyer.

We are so proud of your work as a Youth Co-Chair this year!

Margie Perilstein Wargon

Love,

Mom & Dad FAST FRIENDS

FAST FRIENDS

Thank you Zev, Chani, and all the awesome Friendship Circle staff, volunteers and participants for another amazing year!!!

Jen, Leon, and Ally FAST FRIENDS

Thank you Chani and Zev and all the Teen and Young Adult Honorees for your dedication to Philly Friendship Circle!

Gail & Martin Twersky FAST FRIENDS

Congratulations to Freda and Howard, and to the whole Philly Friendship Circle, on an amazing event! You make the world a kinder and gentler place.

KOL HAKAVOD Philly Friendship Circle MAZEL TOV to our young honorees!

We support you every step of the way!

We love you!

Iris & Larry Brownstein and Family

Nancy & Michael Grossman

FAST FRIENDS

FAST FRIENDS

Thank you and Mazel Tov to the amazing event and youth co-chairs.

Your passion and commitment make our community stronger.

Yasher Koach,

The Willner Family FAST FRIENDS

FAST FRIENDS

Mazal tov to all the amazing teen and young adult volunteers!

Mazal tov to our friends Freda Pepper and Howard Bernstein who introduced us to Friendship Circle over 18 years ago! Thanks you to Chani and Zev for all that you do!

The Katz Family Marsha, Darin, Eli, Alyssa & Jonah

FAST FRIENDS

And a special hello to our dear friends Chani & Zev and Eve & David Kovsky!

Love from,

Mara (Malka) & David Caroline and Family FAST FRIENDS

Robbie Stutman Jason Stutman Kol HaKavod Love,

BUBBE SIVY

In honor of dear friends Freda Pepper and Howard Bernstein!

LEONARD GROSSMAN

A tribute to Philly Friendship Circle in honor of Samantha Kopelman

RICHARD KOPELMAN

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Congrats to the Kelly Family for your commitment to Philly Friendship Circle

THE DICKMANS

To the Philly Friendship Circle Team Kol Hakavod

SIMA SUSSMAN

Mazel Tov

DR. SHELDON & PENNY BERNICK

With deep thanks to Rabbis Margot Stein and Myriam Klotz for providing nichum in my moment of grief in the most generous, practical and loving ways. I will forever be grateful.

SHIRLEY IDELSON

Thank you to the Philly Friendship Circle for all of the wonderful things that you do.

HEDY & MORRIS COHEN Mazal tov to Zev and Chani, the honorees and volunteers for all that you do.

DINA & LARRY CAROLINE

TYLER Orens, you are the best!

- Scott Orens To all involved in this amazing Philly Friendship Circle, Mazel Tov - Charna Axelrod Yasher koach to all of the event chairs, hosts, committees and teens and young adults who give so much of themselves for this special, amazing cause!

- Jessica & Jon Erlbaum

Thanks to the Friendship Circle for everything they do. Go birds! - The Finder Family Philly Friendship Circle Rocks!

- Barbara & Mickey Black In appreciation for the opportunities given to our grandchildren. - Maddie & Herman Axelrod We love all that you do, Tizku L’mitzvot!

- Julie & Bill Levinson

In honor of my wonderful family, the Elkins - Deborah Siegel Congratulations on continued great work!

- Julia & Scott Engel In honor of Sharon Levin & her outstanding leadership - Andrea & James Adelman Kol ha’kavod to Eve, David, Ezra and Goldie! - Deborah & Yoni

Marcy & Daniel Bacine

Edith Schneider

Tamra and Steven Zebovitz

Sarah and Ari Miller

Steven Rovner

Ellie & Bob Grossman

Bette Samuel

Elissa & David Waldstein

Jennifer & Steve Silver

Marla Segal

Pam & Marty Pearlmutter

Karen & Mark Bernstein

Dava and Rabbi Eric Yanoff, Aiden, Ezra, Avi & Anael

Sheila & Ed Singer

Shira & Adam Wohlberg

Carolyn & Barry Caplan

Erika Siegel

Sara Minkoff

Jody Reich

Dr. Nancy Isserman & Dr. Joel Horwitz

Leiba & Marc Erlbaum David & Caralyn Vessal

Gail & Douglas Volk Simi Kaplin & Marc Baer

Menashe Hoba

Jane Porcelan & Dale Lieberman

Noa & Joshua Hedaya Sara & Allan Crimm

Karyn L. Scher

Claire Raab & Jordan Goldhammer

Betsy & Michael Dubin

Murray Ufberg

Rachel Silva

Lois Kaliner Beth exploring & Richard Reisboard

Clifford Wener & Shelley Stangler

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