REFUELING OURSELVES. REFUELING OUR COMMUNITY.

By Faye Hedrick Director, Young Professionals & Families,

Jewish Federation & Foundation of Northeast Florida

On Super Sunday, the community is asked to answer the call and provide financial support to the Federation’s Annual Campaign. Far more than just a fundraiser, Super Sunday is a day when the community is provided the opportunity to give tzedakah. Tzedakah that will reach and change the lives of so many. Tzedakah that, for some, will ensure Jewish education and for others that their prescription will not run out.

Thank you to those who answered the call on Sunday, February 5th, and to those who followed up during the week after. Because of you, $101,403 from 134 donors (as of 2/8/2023) was raised to go towards refueling our Jewish community locally and abroad through the Jewish Federation & Foundation of Northeast Florida’s 2023 Annual Campaign.

Your gift to the Jewish Federation & Foundation allows us to continue assessing and addressing the needs of the entire Jewish community.

Super Sunday co-chair, Michael Rudowitz, summed up his involvement, “for me, giving to others provides the opportunity to give back to a community that I care so much about. This is inspiring and important to me and my family. Talking with volunteers and donors on Super Sunday and hearing their personal stories about how the Jewish Federation & Foundation of Northeast Florida has impacted their lives and their loved ones’ lives inspired me to continue doing my part to ensure our Jewish community will always thrive.” Not unlike her co-chair, Leah Palestrant’s enthusiasm and passion for Jewish Federation, Jewish community, and Jewish values rings true in all that she embodies. This year, Leah had her son in tow, leading by example and modeling what it means to give back and give to a community you are such a proud member of.

Congratulations and thank you to all of the volunteers, sponsors, donors, and event co-chairs for their support, help, and excitement in preparation for the day! A few special thank yous are necessary this year. Thank you to Suzie Becker for MCing on our social media, Sarah Bloom and Rebecca Cooper for ensuring the little ones were busy and happy, and

The LJD Jewish Family & Community Services team for providing us a beautiful space to make the call.

While Super Sunday is an important day for our fundraising efforts, our campaign is active throughout the entire year. If you have already made your pledge, we thank you. If we haven’t yet had an opportunity to reach you, make your gift today at jewishjacksonville.org