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A Night of Philanthropy: Major Gifts Event

For more than a century, our Federation has been powered by people who care deeply about Jewish life and community. Today, that commitment continues across generations.
Be part of an evening of connection, insight, and inspiration as we celebrate the impact of your generosity and the vibrant Jewish future you are helping secure.
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Individual Ticket: $150
NextGen Ticket (45 and under): $118
Event Chairs
Rachel & Matt Beck
Melissa & Jariel Bortnick
Amy & Ira Steinberg
Federation and Foundation Leadership
Michele Landau
President, Federation
Maxine B. Murnick
President, Foundation
Brett Tanzman
UJA Annual Campaign Chair
Dorie Eisenstein
Women’s Philanthropy President
Ella Chick and Justin Reitman
NextGen Chairs
Host Committee:
Robyn & Joe Bier, Stacey & Gene Davis, Dorie & Seth Eisenstein, Terri & Mark Friedman, Rebecca & Mitchell Gold, Terri & Michael Goldberg, Abbi & Jeremy Halpern, Susan & Alan Hammer, Tracey & Jason Hoberman, Lori & Steven Klinghoffer, Michele & Jeffrey Landau, Joan & Les Levinson, Rachel Klinghoffer Marcus & Noah Marcus, Mindy & Alex Opper, Susan Present, Kelly & Jeffrey Rosenblum, Leslie Dannin Rosenthal & David Rosenthal, Caren & Larry Rothenberg, Paula & David Saginaw, Rachel Braun Scherl & Zev Scherl, Elana Wilf Tanzman & Brett Tanzman, Shoshana Schiff & Warren Usatine, Effy & Richard Weisfeld, Jane & Mark Wilf
This event is open to households contributing a minimum of $10,000 to the 2027 UJA Annual Campaign; minimum of $5,000 for NextGen households (Ages 25-45). Gifts to the 2027 UJA Annual Campaign are payable through December 31, 2027.
Questions? Contact Claudia Lukac at [email protected].
*The location and street address for Federation events will be emailed to each guest the day before the event, using the email address provided at registration.
Reception with passed hors d’oeuvres, followed by program and dessert.
Kosher dietary laws observed.

