{"id":63870,"date":"2024-12-11T14:51:49","date_gmt":"2024-12-11T19:51:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jewishpb.org\/fed\/?p=63870"},"modified":"2024-12-19T13:54:21","modified_gmt":"2024-12-19T18:54:21","slug":"palm-beach-movement-launches","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jewishpb.org\/fed\/2024\/12\/11\/palm-beach-movement-launches\/","title":{"rendered":"THE PALM BEACH MOVEMENT TO ACTIVATE JEWISH LIFE: FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND MOVEMENT LAUNCHES IN THE PALM BEACHES"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County proudly announces the Palm Beach Movement to Activate Jewish Life<\/strong><\/span>, a transformative initiative, fueled by rising antisemitism, to inspire generations to proudly embrace and celebrate Jewish life across the Palm Beaches. With $11 million raised toward its $20 million goal<\/strong><\/span>, this movement will address the extraordinary growth of Palm Beach County\u2019s Jewish community through a bold vision that includes a planned state-of-the-art center in Palm Beach Gardens<\/strong><\/span> as well as innovative new programs and expanded initiatives<\/strong><\/span> to meet the growing needs of one of the country\u2019s largest, most vibrant Jewish communities.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\nWatch the video and learn more about The Movement\u00a0<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nIntroduced to a sold-out crowd of nearly 600 at Federation\u2019s annual Celebrating Philanthropy event on December 9, 2024, at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, the Movement is part of Federation\u2019s Campaign for the Future<\/strong><\/span> \u2013 the largest fundraising effort in its history, chaired by William A. Meyer. It also channels the profound local impact of the October 7, 2023, terror attacks on Israel, which has inspired Jewish pride amid rising antisemitism.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cOne of the Movement\u2019s goals is to increase engagement by 50 percent, reaching 50,000 people across the Palm Beaches,\u201d said Michael Hoffman, Federation President & CEO. \u201cBy expanding meaningful Jewish experiences for all ages and our ability to provide them, we can ensure a vibrant, inclusive future for our community.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

A pivotal first step in this bold vision are plans for The Exter Center<\/strong><\/span>, a proposed state-of-the-art, multi-use facility designed to offer much needed space to foster connection, strengthen community, and inspire Jewish pride on the Mandel JCC and Meyer Jewish Prep campus in Palm Beach Gardens.<\/span><\/p>\n

Named in honor of Diane and Neil Exter<\/strong><\/span>, the center will include cutting-edge spaces for arts, culture, athletics and events. The Exters are extraordinary leaders and Palm Beach Gardens-based philanthropists. Diane serves on Federation Board of Directors and has been named Chair of the Palm Beach Movement. Neil has been integrally involved with Federation\u2019s Palm Beach Center to Combat Antisemitism & Hatred and its Community Relations Committee, and he will be joining the Board of the Mandel JCC of the Palm Beaches.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201c<\/span>We are honored to help create a space that will strengthen Judaism for generations,\u201d said Diane Exter. \u201cThe Center will be a powerful catalyst for new energy in Jewish Palm Beach, inspiring all of us to declare, \u2018I\u2019m proud to be Jewish.\u2019\u201d<\/p>\n

A focal point of The Exter Center is the Bernard & Shirley Brown Pavilion, a large and versatile space that transitions seamlessly from a gymnasium to a performing arts and events venue. This inspiring space is made possible through the transformational generosity of Palm Beach Gardens resident Anne Koons<\/strong><\/span>, in loving memory of her late parents, Bernard and Shirley Brown.<\/span><\/p>\n

The David and Nicole Tepper Foundation<\/strong> has also made an inspirational gift, naming the lobby of The Exter Center, a welcoming gateway to the building. David and Nicole Tepper and their foundation are leading supporters of the Mandel JCC\u2019s JParent program and Federation\u2019s Palm Beach Center to Combat Antisemitism & Hatred. Their grant to the latter has strengthened safety measures for programs engaging children in Jewish life amidst rising antisemitism, benefiting the Mandel JCC, Meyer Jewish Preparatory School, and more than 30 local synagogues\u2014a national initiative that is expanding.<\/p>\n

As Federation continues to work toward its $20 million goal, additional naming opportunities include The Atrium, linking The Exter Center to the Mandel JCC and Meyer Jewish Preparatory School; The Mezz, supporting the Mandel JCC\u2019s JTeen program; and the Athletic Field, home to Meyer Prep\u2019s sports and the Mandel JCC\u2019s Camp Shalom. A donor wall will honor supporters of the Palm Beach Movement to Activate Jewish Life, including longtime and generous leaders, Penni & Steve Weinberg<\/strong><\/span>. Penni is a member of the Federation\u2019s Board of Directors.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cThis Movement is about standing united, with pride, strength and visibility while we activate plentiful opportunities for those of all ages to engage in Jewish life in whatever way brings them the most joy and helps them feel most connected,\u201d Hoffman said. \u201cIt\u2019s about passing the flame of Jewish life to future generations, ensuring it burns brighter.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

The evening, which was chaired by Lori & Bruce Gendelman and Allie & Tal Bar-or, featured performances from world-renowned recording artist Matisyahu; remarks from special guest speaker David Tepper, Founder Appaloosa Management Owner, Tepper Sports & Entertainment, Carolina Panthers and Charlotte Football Club; and honored Immediate past Board Chair, Susan Shulman Pertnoy with the Jeanne Levy Community Leadership Award, Jewish Palm Beach\u2019s highest honor.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Click to watch the video tribute to Susan Shulman Pertnoy<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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Click here to view photos from Celebrating Philanthropy.<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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To learn more and join the Palm Beach Movement to Activate Jewish Life<\/strong><\/span>, click here<\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Introduced to a sold-out crowd of nearly 600 at Federation\u2019s annual Celebrating Philanthropy event on December 9, 2024, at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, the Movement is part
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