November 14, 2023
Dear ITEC Family, Thank you all for joining us this evening at our Immersive Israel event, honoring Stuart Weitzman. While we could have made the decision to cancel or postpone the event, we found it deeply important to stand strong with our family in Israel. In the past six weeks, ITEC has pivoted in numerous ways to help our children heal their wounds and give them moments of joy, normalcy and security. They have gained strength from the love and support they have felt from all of us. We are so grateful to each of you for making the effort to be here and demonstrate your unwavering commitment to Israel and our children. I extend my warmest thanks to Stuart Weitzman for being tonight’s honoree, leading with your exceptional generosity and heart and being a beacon of hope and light for our ITEC family. Am Yisrael Chai!
Gala Chair & North American Board President
“I am fortunate to be able to help ITEC continue to expand its athletic and education programs. Our future leaders come from opportunities like this.”
Honoring Stuart Weitzman Stuart Weitzman’s passion for design has been a lifelong pursuit, leading to the internationally renowned company that bears his name. He has been honored extensively for his unique approach to entrepreneurship, and for his uncompromising commitment to prioritizing function as an integral element of fashion. Today, his shoes dominate red carpet-events and are worn by celebrity fans around the world. Beyoncé, Kate Middleton, Meghan Markle, Taylor Swift, and Jennifer Lopez are just a few who are regularly seen in his designs, along with millions of other women in over 70 countries. Weitzman approaches his extensive charitable endeavors with equal commitment. Among these are his ongoing support for a wide range of hospitals and medical research centers, youth and sports organizations, cultural institutions, and the prehistoric caves in the Altamira Region of Spain. He regularly mentors students on their entrepreneurial and design aspirations at several universities, including the University of Pennsylvania, Princeton, Yale, Dartmouth, and the London Business School. He is a graduate of the Wharton School of Business at Penn, where the university has honored him by renaming their design and architecture school the Stuart Weitzman School of Design. During his free time, you may find him on the tennis court or at the ping-pong table. If you’ve got a racket, he’ll welcome the challenge.
Ribbon Cutting The Stuart Weitzman Tennis Complex in Jerusalem is a new facility on the grounds of The Ben B. and Joyce E. Eisenberg Israel Tennis & Education Center. The 65,000 square foot complex will house educational classrooms, four new indoor and two outdoor tennis courts and retail space. The Stuart Weitzman Sports Complex in Ramat Hasharon at the Larry Greenspon Israel Tennis & Education Center, north of Tel Aviv, will feature new pickleball and paddle courts and a covered area accommodating hundreds of children. A world class Stuart Weitzman Gymnasium will also be developed within the complex.
EVENT CHAIR W E N D Y S L AV I N
EVENT COMMITTEE M A X I N E & M AT T H E W C O M I S K Y
PHYLLIS PULLMAN
JESSICA BARD & LES CORWIN
E VA N R AT N E R
MITZ I & WA RREN E I S ENBERG
LINDA & NORTON ROSENWEIG
ANNA FISCH
BARBARA & RICHARD ROTHSCHILD
TERRI & MARK FRIEDMAN
LORNA & MITCH SCHAMROTH
JENNIFER & JASON HA AS
RANDI & ERIC SELLINGER
AMY & BOB HENDRICKS
HEIDI & JEFFREY SIEGEL
ERIK A & L ARRY JAEGER
W E N DY & HOWA RD S L AV I N
MARY & GERRY MILLMAN
LINDA & JEFFREY SOLOMON
N U S S D O R F & M A R K FA M I LI E S
GABRIELLE & NAZ ZILKHA
Emergency & Resilience Programs Through tennis, education, and social services, ITEC builds community and develops the minds and self-worth of all Israeli children, regardless of ethnic or economic background, gender, or ability. ITEC strives to create a harmonious future for Israel by developing the children of today.
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Bomb Shelters
Emergency Relief Vehicle
Oasis of Joy
Bomb shelters in Israel are essential for
A staff team, including psychologists, are
ITEC is opening its doors to the
protecting civilians during times of
visiting ITEC children from Southern
community –distributing food, toys, and
conflict and serve as a vital means of
border communities to provide basic
providing homework help, counseling
ensuring safety in the face of frequent
items and emotional support, using
and emotional support.
rocket attacks and threats.
the first of what we hope will be several Emergency Relief Vehicles.
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Created by Sergey Novosyolov from the Noun Project
After the War
Psychological Support
Food Vouchers
While many of our Centers are still closed
ITEC staff are reaching out to hundreds
ITEC is delivering hot meals to families
due to orders from the Home Command,
of children and their families daily,
living close to the border who have not
we hope to open more soon. Getting kids
via personal visits, phone calls, text
left their homes in weeks due to the war.
back to their routines and address the
messages, and zoom to offer them access
new stress and anxieties they are under
to mental health services with our trained
will be crucial for their future success.
professionals.
The entire ITEC family honors and salutes Stuart Weitzman for his extraordinary leadership, generosity, and love for the children of Israel. With passion and a huge heart, Stuart embraced the vision of ITEC, understanding the connection between, and importance of, combining, sports and education to foster positive youth development. Stuart, your landmark gift will leave a lasting legacy, helping generations of young people create and realize their own dreams and will ensure that success is accessible to all, even those who cannot imagine achievement. We are proud and humbled to call you our partner, ambassador, and friend. With deep appreciation, – Gerald Cohen, Wendy Slavin, the Board of Directors, Staff, & Children of ITEC
A special tribute to our friend and leader,
KEVIN GREEN
Thank you for your tireless effort on behalf of ITEC and the Jewish community in general. It has been an honor to have you at the helm of our Board of Directors, steering our organization with your passion and talent. May you continue to go (and bring ITEC) from Strength to Strength! – Gerald Cohen International Board Chair
To my dear friend, co-pilot, and mentor,
AMY HENDRICKS You are one of a kind. Thank you for your leadership and tremendous service to ITEC. You have left me big shoes to fill! (Luckily, I happen to know a very talented designer!) I look forward to following in your footsteps as the next Board President and building on the legacy you created. Love, Wendy Slavin
Y’asher Koach and Kol Ha’kavod to our creative and tireless Gala Chair, Wendy Slavin, for her remarkable leadership of tonight’s event. We so deeply appreciate your extraordinary efforts to create an event that brought together the ITEC family, introduced our outstanding mission to new friends, and pivoted, following the tragic events on October 7, to create a meaningful and emotionally supportive evening. Thank you to the remarkable Gala Committee for your time, wisdom and guidance, in making this special evening such a success! May we continue to find promise, hope and strength in our exceptional work together on behalf of the children of Israel! With love and respect. ITEC Staff
Dear Stuart, Dad, and Grandpa, We are so very proud of you for the wonderful work you’ve done supporting ITEC! You exemplify what it means to practice tikkun olam and truly make the world a better place with your infectious passion for all things Jewish--and all things tennis, too! Congratulations on tonight’s much deserved honor!! We love you! – Jane, Rachael, Lizzie, Eric & Eva
In 2026 we celebrate a remarkable milestone, as our beloved Israel Tennis & Education Centers reaches its 50th anniversary. For half a century, we have worked tirelessly to uplift the lives of Israeli children, providing them with the opportunities, education, and support they deserve. Our journey has been one of hope, resilience, and unwavering commitment, and as we look back on our accomplishments, we are filled with gratitude for the lives we have touched. Here’s to 50 years of making a difference, and to the bright future we continue to build for the children of Israel! - Sandra & Bill Lippy
In Tribute to ITEC and Stuart Weitzman, may this wonderful organization continue to impact the children of Israel, and the world.
Congratulations and special thanks to Stuart Weitzman for his generosity and love for the children of Israel and ITEC. - Linda & Norton Rosensweig
Mazel Tov Stuart Weitzman! Thank you for your incredible leadership and generosity which inspires us and so many to follow. The children of ITEC have never needed our support more. Kol Ha-kavod! – Linda and Jeffrey Solomon
Mazel Tov to Stuart Weitzman on this meaningful honor. May ITEC continue to go from Strength to Strength, 47 years+ and counting. - Randi & Eric Sellinger & Family
IN HONOR OF Stuart Weitzman and the dedicated ITEC Staff and Administration WE STAND WITH ISRAEL AM YISRAEL CHAI – Matt, Maxine, Maxwell & Michael Comisky
Honoring Stuart Weitzman and ITEC. Also, honoring Cathy Mullin for her years of dedication to ITEC. Thank you for your incredible work in support of Israel’s children. Today, and always, we stand with Israel. – Jeffrey & Heidi Siegel & Family
Through our children’s eyes we shall all learn to appreciate our similarities and humanity. We celebrate Stuart Weitzman for his continued support of ITEC’s incredibly worthy mission.
Especially in this most challenging – The Jaeger Family
– Erika & Larry Jaeger
Mazal Tov to Stuart Weitzman for your amazing generosity to ITEC. Thank you ITEC for your unbelievable work over the decades for the children of Israel. We forever stand with the State of Israel and ITEC. – The Millman Family
Especially in this most challenging time, we are grateful for the work of the ITEC in supporting the development and wellbeing of all Israeli children, regardless of religion or background. Kol HaKavod ITEC! – Annette Rotter & Joel Laitman
We would like to acknowledge and honor all those heroes — within and without ITEC, in Israel, the U.S., and around the world — who stand for justice, morality, and friendship in the face of evil, hatred, and destruction. Our healing work at ITEC has just begun! – Anonymous
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Congratulations to Stuart Weitzman and ITEC for making winners on and off the court. - Skip and Sara Hartman
L&L Holding Company is proud to support Israel Tennis and Education Centers’ mission to provide opportunities to support every child who lives in Israel regardless of geography, religion, ethnicity, physical ability and socioeconomic status. Congratulations to this year's honoree, Stuart Weitzman And a special congratulations to Wendy Slavin Gala Chair
Congratulations Stuart! You are indeed a hero. We applaud the work you have done for Israel including the tennis centers and the Maccabian Games, the University of Pennsylvania, many education causes, and infinite Jewish and health issues. Your business success has been unparalleled. We are honored to call you our friend. Much love and admiration, – Gilbert & Shelley Harrison
Today, and always, we stand with Israel. Thank you to ITEC for the wonderful work you do for the children of our homeland. – Terri & Mark Friedman
Stuart, Mazel Tov on your well-deserved honor and Yasher Koach for your valuable leadership for Am Yisrael. We are all so grateful. – Betsy and Philip Darivoff
Congratulations Stuart! Thank you for your belief in building bridges for children in Israel and most of all for your staunch support of ITEC! – Kathy Gantz & Lary Wolf
Jewish Federation and Jewish Community Foundation of Greater MetroWest NJ join with the Israel Tennis & Education Centers in honoring Stuart Weitzman. We are grateful for all you do creating hope, building friendships, and inspiring dreams for all the children of Israel. During times of crisis, your work is more important than ever. May you continue to go from strength to strength.
Kol Hakavod Wendy on another successful ITEC Gala. The organization will continue to thrive with you as North American Board President. Your commitment to the tennis centers and the children they serve is admirable. You and Amy are the dynamic duo and anything is possible! With love and admiration, – Laurie and Jimmy D
Stuart - Congratulations on this Championship Honor A LOVE match – Pat and Steve Breecher
Wendy, you put your heart and soul into everything you do and believe in. You truly have a heart of gold. We are proud of your tireless work on behalf of ITEC and proud to be your friend. Love, Melissa and David
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Tributes & Memorials
Special Tribute The Board of Directors and the staff of the Israel Tennis & Education Centers Foundation extend their sincerest gratitude to
LARRY GREENSPON
For his long time involvement, extraordinary leadership, and dedicated service as Board Member, former International Chair, former Chair of ITEC’s Global Business Board and Chair for over two decades of ITEC events in Sarasota and Longboat Key. A visionary, philanthropist and role model, Larry has made giving-back a top priority. With his leadership, passion and huge heart, Larry has helped to transform the lives of hundreds of thousands of Israeli children, not least the youth who attend The Larry Greenspon Israel Tennis Center - Ramat Hasharon, which Larry named in 2017. Throughout his life, his unwavering passion for tennis served as the driving force behind his countless hours on the court. Larry first qualified for the Maccabiah Games in 2001; that trip was the first of many to Israel and a lifechanging experience. He has since represented the USA at the Maccabiah Games numerous times.
Special Tribute The Board of Directors and the staff of the Israel Tennis & Education Centers Foundation extend their sincerest gratitude to
JOYCE EISENBERG-KEEFER
The “first lady of ITEC,” and our largest benefactor, Joyce is always ready, willing and eager to step in and step up to support her beloved children, the children of Israel. An avid tennis player, who was part of the U.S. Maccabiah Team, Joyce played tennis with some of Israel’s most prominent leaders. Joyce demonstrates her extraordinary commitment to ITEC and the 24 communities we serve across Israel where she has left an indelible mark on the children, families, and Israeli society. We are honored to have the Ben B. and Joyce E. Eisenberg ITEC in Jerusalem bearing their names. Always seeking to support where the need is greatest, Joyce has been instrumental in developing ITEC Dimona, an underserved area in Israel’s South. Joyce’s passion for Girls’ Empowerment programming has impacted thousands of young Israeli women who benefited from Joyce’s generosity and commitment to changing the world, one young woman at a time. Joyce is a role model for all, and for generations to come, who will forever be strengthened by her steadfast belief in the power of women and her love of Israel.
ITEC remembers with love
GLORIA BORIS
We honor Gloria Boris’ lifelong and staunch commitment to ITEC and the children of Israel. Her energy, perky personality and drive earned her the beloved nickname, “Mrs. I-95.” A former Board member and long-term Chair of the Palm Aire Angels, she is forever in our memories and hearts.
ITEC remembers with love
FRED LEVINE
Fred Levine was a ranked tennis player who won two gold medals at the Israeli Maccabiah games, and along with his dear wife, Velva, played a very active role in ITEC from its founding. A former ITEC Board member and dear friend of ITEC, Fred hosted many events in the Houston area, and was a staunch supporter of the ITEC High-Performance Program and the Boys National Team. Fred’s impact on ITEC will always be remembered.
ITEC remembers with love
CATHY MULLIN
Our dear colleague and friend, Cathy Mullin, recently passed, and we already greatly miss her warmth, enthusiasm and professionalism. Lovingly referred to as “The Wizard”, Cathy demonstrated her devotion to ITEC, to Yoni Yair and to the many donors and staff who called on her expertise for over 25 years. Cathy was passionate about the children of the ITEC and her beloved Detroit Tigers. We will always remember Cathy with love and admiration.
ITEC Remembers with love,
RUTH NUSSDORF
Ruth Nussdorf’s heartfelt devotion to ITEC extended over many years, and she shared her passion and extraordinary philanthropic values with her children and their families. Ruth embodied the principle of L’dor Vador, from generation to generation, as the Nussdorf and Mark families carry on her legacy and continue to impact and empower the children of the Nussdorf and Mark Family ITC Jaffa Center. Ruth lived by her belief in the art of giving and added, in her own unique style, “give til it hurts.” The world, and especially ITEC, will miss Ruth’s big heart and indominable spirit.
ITEC remembers with love
NORMA ROSENBERG
Norma Rosenberg’s great passion was ITEC. She was profoundly devoted to ITEC and the children and communities we serve. Norma and her beloved husband, Lester, were instrumental in establishing ITEC’s presence in the Chicago area and led the initiative to build the Chicago dome in the ITEC Haifa center. As a member of ITEC’s boards, Norma was an ambassador, mentor and vocal advocate for women, Israel and Tikkun Olam (repairing the world). We miss you, Norma, and your spirit will remain with us forever.
ITEC remembers with love
DICK SAVITT
Dick Savitt was a tennis legend, longtime ITEC Board Member, and a champion of ITEC’s children. He was instrumental in putting ITEC on the tennis world map, and as the only Jewish player to win Wimbledon, an inspiration for many of our players. Dick’s memory will forever be a blessing to ITEC and the world.
ITEC remembers with love
SUSAN RATNER
While Susan was not a tennis player, she, with her beloved husband, Evan, shared a deep passion for ITEC. A strong and vivacious woman, Susan was drawn to the educational components of ITEC, and in particular, the Girls’ Empowerment social impact programs. Susan’s face lit up every time she met the young women and learned how their involvement with ITEC shaped their lives and empowered them to become leaders in their families and communities. Susan devoted her tremendous energy and charisma to leadership in many organizations, but the children of ITEC held a very special place in her heart. A tennis court in the new Stuart Weitzman Complex in Jerusalem will lovingly bear Susan’s name.
Bring Them Home A loving tribute to our brothers and sisters held in captivity in Gaza. You are in our hearts and prayers, every moment of every day. We will continue to fight for your release and safe return to your homes and beloved families.
ITEC Alumn, Ofir Tzarfati, Age 27 Nephew of Lilo Tzarfati, ITEC COO
ITEC Impact 80% of 20,000 children children receive supported yearly across 24 scholarships to attend ITEC communities programming
100’s of hot meals served weekly
90+ social impact programs empowering 1,600 children annually
ITEC’s impact over the last 4 weeks in Southern Israel
More than More than 600 toys 1,000 delivered to children children have received at thier homes mental health support
Over 9,000 miles traveled in ITEC’s Emergency Vehicle
Over 1,000 familes have accessed services at 3 Oasis of Joy locations
FOU N DATI O N BOA R D ELIJAH ANTFLICK
M A X I M I L L I A N K AY E
ROBERT BARKIN
ANDREA KRAUS
BENJAMIN BEILER
SANDRA L. LIPPY
PA M E L A B E R KOW S K Y
WILLIAM H. LIPPY
MICHELE BERMAN L I S A B O G AT I N GERALD L. COHEN MAXINE COMISKY LESLIE CORWIN ROSALIND DEVON S H E R RY FA R D I E MITCH GOLDHAR ALAN S. GOLDNER M A R Y G R AT E H O U S E CARY GREEN KEVIN GREEN L ARRY GREENSPON LOREN GREENSPON MICH A EL B. GREENWA LD JENNIFER HA AS S T E P H E N F. H A L P E R N A M Y F. H E N D R I C K S DAV I D A . H I R S CH L I N D A J . K AT E L L R O W A N
ERIC S. MARSHALL GERALD MILLMAN DAV I D N I C KO LL RICHARD PILOSOF PHYLLIS L. PULLMAN MANNY RABINOWITZ E VA N R AT N E R EDWA RD E . RE ICIN RICHARD ROTHSCHILD RANDI SELLINGER SAMUEL SHAPIRO JEFFREY M. SIEGEL W E N DY L . S L AV I N LINDA SOLOMON R ACHEL STEIN RICK STONE R U S S E L L TA N Z TR ACY URY BURTON S. URY
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