Chai Life - Fall 2006

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Fall 2006

A Publication of the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County

Volume 2, Number 1 \ A Guide for Jewish Living and Giving in Boca Raton, Delray Beach and Highland Beach Donor Spotlight Having come from humble beginnings, philanthropists Harvey and Phyllis Sandler understand the importance of helping their fellow Jews in need.

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Campaign Sets Record Federation President and CEO William S. Bernstein applauds the generosity of the Jewish community for supporting the record-setting 2006 Annual Campaign that raised $21,350,000.

Lions Roar The Federation sent one of the largest delegations in the country to the International Lion of Judah Conference in Washington, D.C.

On The Fast Track Metro, the Federation’s new division for people in their 30s, 40s and 50s, already is generating considerable interest.

Legislation Benefits Donors

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International intrigue, an evening of inspiration and the opportunity to mingle with some primetime TV stars will all be part of the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County’s 2006-2007 event season that promises to provide something for everyone. With former CIA director George Tenet, “Paper Clips” principal Linda Hooper and Tia Carrere and partner Maxim Chmerkovskiy of the hit ABC-TV show “Dancing with the Stars,” all the ingredients are in place for a thrilling season. And there’s much, much more, including the annual Super Sunday phone-athon, always one of the highlights of the year, and the debut of a new Federation division.

A new IRA bill allows older individuals 70 1/2 or older achieve their philanthropic goals with the Federation with no adverse tax consequences.

Getting An Education College Advocacy Forum provides important answers to troubling questions for students.

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