JCC of Northern NJ to honor Smiths
This year, the JCC of Northern NJ is approaching a major milestone — it has provided 100 years of service to the community. Among the celebrations of that milestone is a night to honor Leslie and David Smith for their unwavering commitment and exemplary leadership of the JCC of Northern New Jersey’s Open Hearts Open Homes program.
The celebration will be on May 23, at 6:30 p.m., at the Rockleigh. The Smiths will be presented with the inaugural Eisen & Rukin Leadership award, established to honor the legacy of Julie Eisen and Buzz Rukin, two distinguished leaders within the JCC community who played pivotal roles in shaping its vision and impact. Julie and Buzz also will be celebrated at the event.
The Open Hearts Open Homes program has been a cornerstone of the JCC of Northern New Jersey’s outreach efforts for the past 21 years, embodying the spirit of compassion and inclusivity by providing support to Israeli teens living in the Gaza envelope who have experienced violence and/or trauma. Leslie and David Smith have been integral to the success of the program since its inception.
“We are thrilled to recognize Leslie and David Smith for their extraordinary dedication to our community,” Jayne Petak, chair of the JCC of Northern NJ’s board, said. “Their tireless efforts and steadfast commitment to the Open Hearts Open Homes program have had a profound effect on the lives of countless individuals and families. They exemplify the values of service, compassion, and leadership that lie at the heart of our organization.” For more information, go to www.jccnnj.org/spring or email spring@jccnnj.org.
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