A Federation program dedicated to the development of exceptional volunteer and professional leadership for the Jewish Community of the Palm Beaches.
Explore the variety of programs designed to cultivate the next generation of volunteer and professional leaders in our community and beyond.
The Mandel Leadership Institute (MLI) is the new leadership development program for individuals who demonstrate potential for growth and desire in-depth training in Jewish leadership.
ELP is a 16-month leadership and professional development program that educates participants about Jewish Palm Beach and key issues related to advocacy and social action, and it equips them with the skills and tools to take on an active leadership role in the community.
LEAP is designed for young adults in their 20s and 30s to grow their leadership goals, skills, and expertise, helping ensure our active, vibrant Jewish community continues to thrive.
JDC Entwine Global Leadership Fellows is the Mandel Center’s newest initiative, in collaboration with JDC-Entwine where participants will engage in monthly learning and leadership sessions that focus on global Jewry and have the opportunity to travel on a JDC mission that is built into the program. Â Contact Matt Newman at Matthew.Newman@jewishpalmbeach.org for more information on when the next trip will run.
The mission of the Wexner Heritage Program is to expand the vision of Jewish volunteer leaders, deepen their Jewish knowledge and confidence and inspire them to exercise transformative leadership in the Jewish community.
Explore Federation’s variety of opportunities to grow your leadership skills and find a fitting place to lend your valuable expertise to help us build an active, vibrant and impactful Jewish community.
Contact Lindsay Hirsch, Vice-President of the Mandel Center, for Leadership Development, at lindsay.hirsch@jewishpalmbeach.org or 561.242.6638, for more information.
JPro Connects, educates, inspires and empowers professionals working in the Jewish nonprofit sector in order to build their skills, advance their careers and amplify their ability to contribute to the vitality of their Communities.
Locally, our chapter is JPro of the Greater Palm Beaches. It is led by a committee of individuals who represent a variety of local and global organizations and help us carry out the work. 

If you are interested in finding out more information about JPro Greater Palm Beaches, contact Matthew Newman, Director of Emerging Leadership, at Matthew.Newman@jewishpalmbeach.org
The Mandel Center for Leadership Development proudly recognizes individuals who exemplify outstanding commitment, vision, and service to the Jewish community. These awards celebrate the leaders shaping a stronger, more vibrant Jewish future in Palm Beach and beyond.
Named for a pioneer of our local Jewish community, this annual award recognizes the year’s most dedicated leader or couple in our community.
Who is this award given to? Qualifiers?
Celebrating two inspiring young leaders in our community based on their service and growth as leaders in our community. 

Who is this award given to? What are some qualifiers?
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West Palm Beach, FL 33409
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