How does the Federation support the Palm Beach Jewish community?

The Federation serves as the central coordinating body for Jewish philanthropy, raising and distributing funds to dozens of local organizations. It manages donor advised funds, operates the Mandel Jewish Community Foundation endowment, and provides direct social services including counseling and emergency assistance.

What is the Mandel Jewish Community Foundation?

MJCF is the endowment arm of the Federation, managing over $200 million in assets to ensure long-term sustainability of community programs. It accepts legacy gifts, manages endowment funds, and provides perpetual support for Jewish education, social services, and cultural initiatives.

How can donors support specific causes through the Federation?

Donors can establish advised funds to recommend grants to their preferred causes, contribute to specific program areas, or support the annual campaign. The Federation provides expertise in Jewish philanthropy and ensures contributions have maximum community impact.

What types of social services does the Federation coordinate?

The Federation coordinates comprehensive services including family counseling, senior support programs, disability services, emergency financial assistance, and connections to healthcare and housing resources. Staff work with individuals to access appropriate services across the community network.

Jewish Federation Of Palm Beach County

West Palm Beach, FL · Founded 1965

Federation supporting Jewish community programs and services

Primary audience

Jewish Community

Work area

Regional Coordination

Topic

Philanthropic Services

Contact

Michael Hoffman

Website Contact

About Organization

Coordinates philanthropic support for Jewish community programs and services throughout Palm Beach County and beyond. Based in West Palm Beach, FL, the federation raises and distributes funds to support Jewish education, social services, and community initiatives both locally and in Israel, with 134 employees and annual revenue of $49.4 million strengthening Jewish life and tradition.

What They Focus On

Jewish Continuity

Strengthens Jewish identity and engagement through education, cultural programming, and connections to Israel and global community

Social Services

Provides comprehensive support including family counseling, senior care, disability services, and emergency assistance programs

Community Leadership

Develops next generation of philanthropic and civic leaders through training, mentorship, and volunteer engagement opportunities

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2023)

$49.4M

+0% vs 2023

Assets (2023)

$202.9M

+0% vs 2023

Year	Revenue	Expenses	Assets	Employees
2023	—	—	—	—
2023	$49,388,168	$43,842,706	$202,916,594	134
2021	—	—	—	—
2021	$31,058,846	$31,577,647	$173,351,339	112
2020	—	—	—	—
2020	$40,996,005	$37,200,217	$188,649,798	111
2019	$29,667,332	$30,311,010	$158,652,657	113
2018	$30,633,364	$28,049,555	$160,914,777	95
2017	$30,675,739	$25,384,683	$158,667,920	95

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

01

Community Assessment

Conducts comprehensive needs analysis across Palm Beach County to identify priorities and service gaps
02

Strategic Grantmaking

Allocates resources to partner organizations based on impact potential and alignment with community goals
03

Donor Engagement

Cultivates philanthropic relationships and manages diverse giving vehicles including advised funds and endowments
04

Impact Monitoring

Tracks outcomes and reports on program effectiveness to ensure accountability and continuous improvement

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Jewish Federation Of Palm Beach County

Community Grants Distribution

Allocates strategic funding to local Jewish organizations supporting social welfare, education, and cultural programs throughout the region

Donor Advised Funds

Manages philanthropic giving vehicles enabling individuals and families to support causes aligned with Jewish values and community needs

Social Services Coordination

Connects community members with essential support services including counseling, emergency assistance, and family programs

Community Development

Strengthens Jewish identity through educational initiatives, cultural events, and leadership development programs for all ages

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Jewish Federation Of Palm Beach County.

Contact the team Contact

Michael Hoffman

Chief Executive Officer

Full-time

Compensation: $377,630

Matthew Kernkraut

Chief Development Officer

Full-time

Compensation: $311,272

Kathy Sigall

Chief Financial Officer

Full-time

Compensation: $233,301

Mindy Hanken

Chief Program Officer

Full-time

Compensation: $208,591

Elaine Aronoff

Vice President, Mjcf

Full-time

Compensation: $178,752

Rachel Berg

Executive Director, Mjcf

Full-time

Compensation: $153,726

Michael Hoffman

CEO

Jeff Trynz

Senior VP, External Affairs

Full-time

Compensation: $168,939

Sarah Rogers

Senior VP, Development

Full-time

Compensation: $165,395

Leah Holczer

Senior VP, Finance

Full-time

Compensation: $149,768

Debbie Shapiro

Human Resources And Leadership

2 hrs/week

Ira M Gerstein

Member-At-Large

2 hrs/week

Juliana Gendelman

Member-At-Large

2 hrs/week

Roslyn Leopold

Community Strategy & Planning

2 hrs/week

Vivian Lieberman

Women's Philanthropy Campaign

2 hrs/week

Milestones

1965

Federation Founded

1965

Established to coordinate Jewish philanthropic efforts and community services across Palm Beach County

1990s

MJCF Launch

1990s

Mandel Jewish Community Foundation created to build endowment and sustain community for future generations

2020

Pandemic Response

2020

Mobilized emergency funding and coordinated relief services supporting vulnerable community members during crisis

2023

Assets Exceed $200M

2023

Community endowment and assets surpass $202 million milestone, ensuring long-term sustainability of programs

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

Adam Jackowitz Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Alan Haspel Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Amy Terwilleger Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Arthur Loring Vice Chair 2.0 hrs/week

Artie Lehrhoff Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Barry Berg Board Chair - Elect 2.0 hrs/week

Beryl Simonson Treasurer 2.0 hrs/week

Beth Wayne Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Betsy Sheerr Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Brian Lemelman Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Brian Seymour Israel & Overseas Chair 2.0 hrs/week

Caroline Cummings Rafferty Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Charles Gottesman Development And Campaign Chair 2.0 hrs/week

Cindy Schlossberg Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Diane Herzog Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Donald Berg Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

David Windreich Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Gary Lesser Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Herbert Javer Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Hope Silverman Immediate Past Board Chair 2.0 hrs/week

Jim Baldinger Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Joel Yudenfreund Jewish Community Found. Chair 2.0 hrs/week

Jonathan Chane Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Keith Braun Jewish Community Found. Chair 2.0 hrs/week

Kevin Shapiro Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Lynn Peseckis Vice Chair 2.0 hrs/week

Linda Geller-Schwartz Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Mark Levy Secretary 2.0 hrs/week

Michael Kohner Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Pamela Comiter Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Patti Lehrhoff Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Paul Kozloff Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Penni Weinberg Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Raymond Golden Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Richard Baer Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Richard Comiter Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Richard N Bernstein Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Robert Gordon Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Robert Naftaly Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Ronald Pertnoy Vice Chair 2.0 hrs/week

Ronda Starr Women's Philanthropy Chair 2.0 hrs/week

Rabbi Moshe Scheiner Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Ron Herman Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Sam Liebovich Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Sandra Bornstein Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Scott Holtz Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Shayne Silver Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Stacey Levy Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Steve Ellison Vice Chair 2.0 hrs/week

Susan Shulman Pertnoy Board Chair 10.0 hrs/week

Sydelle Sonkin Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Stephanie Gitlin Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Syndie Levien Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Warren Spector Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Zelda Mason Board Of Director 2.0 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2023)

$2.3M

Highest Paid

$438K

Michael Hoffman

Compensated Officers

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Michael Hoffman	Chief Executive Officer	$377,630	$60,207	$437,837	53
Matthew Kernkraut	Chief Development Officer	$311,272	$58,759	$370,031	43
Kathy Sigall	Chief Financial Officer	$233,301	$20,535	$253,836	43
Mindy Hanken	Chief Program Officer	$208,591	$28,045	$236,636	43
Sarah Rogers	Senior VP, Development	$165,395	$35,052	$200,447	43
Rachel Berg	Executive Director, Mjcf	$153,726	$45,464	$199,190	43
Elaine Aronoff	Vice President, Mjcf	$178,752	$18,434	$197,186	43
Leah Holczer	Senior VP, Finance	$149,768	$44,352	$194,120	43
Jeff Trynz	Senior VP, External Affairs	$168,939	$14,430	$183,369	43

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Michael Hoffman	Chief Executive Officer	$356,772	$49,324	$406,096	51
Matthew Kernkraut	Chief Development Officer	$291,490	$46,430	$337,920	43
Kathy Sigall	Chief Financial Officer	$220,127	$18,423	$238,550	43
Mindy Hanken	Chief Program Officer	$197,330	$24,229	$221,559	43
Lisbeth Rock Thru 1221	Executive Director, Jcf	$188,986	$28,859	$217,845	43
Sarah Rogers	SR. VP, Development	$158,389	$27,367	$185,756	43
Rachel Berg	VP, Women'S Philanthropy	$142,210	$34,809	$177,019	43
Hope Levin	Vice President, Development	$152,695	$20,601	$173,296	43
Jeff Trynz	SR. VP, External Affairs	$147,616	$13,024	$160,640	43

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Michael Hoffman	Chief Executive Officer	$313,701	$47,731	$361,432	51
Matthew Kernkraut	Chief Development Officer	$257,957	$44,101	$302,058	43
Kathy Sigall	Chief Financial Officer	$191,223	$24,308	$215,531	43
Mindy Hanken	Chief Program Officer	$171,787	$23,141	$194,928	43
Lisbeth Rock	Executive Director	$157,933	$16,577	$174,510	43
Ilan Hurvitz	Chief Planning Officer	$154,183	$13,148	$167,331	43

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Michael Hoffman	Chief Executive Officer	$318,390	$46,858	$365,248	51
Matthew Kernkraut	Chief Development Officer	$263,306	$33,263	$296,569	43
Kathy Sigall	Chief Financial Officer	$188,531	$24,637	$213,168	43
Mindy Hanken	Chief Program Officer	$179,223	$23,476	$202,699	43
Ilan Hurvitz	Chief Planning Officer	$145,680	$29,443	$175,123	43
Debra Roshfeld	Chief Operating Officer	$148,532	$16,555	$165,087	13
Jeff Trynz	Senior Vice President Of Marketing	$141,753	$12,419	$154,172	43

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Michael Hoffman	Chief Executive Officer	$313,669	$42,709	$356,378	51
Debra Roshfeld	Chief Operating Officer	$207,497	$26,763	$234,260	13
Kathy Sigall	Chief Financial Officer	$168,923	$21,420	$190,343	43
Sherryl Steinberg	VP Development	$151,359	$30,659	$182,018	43
Carolyn Rose	VP Jewish Community Foundation	$159,270	$19,825	$179,095	43
Mindy Hanken	Chief Program Officer	$152,392	$18,178	$170,570	43
Ilan Hurvitz	Chief Planning Officer	$140,089	$25,395	$165,484	43

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$2.1M Grants Received

22 Organizations

Top Funders

22 total

Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund

$820K

United Jewish Foundation

$347K

American Endowment Foundation

$162K

The American Jewish Joint Distribution

$103K

Jewish Federation Of Greater

$93K

Mark Eisenberg Family Foundation Inc

$85K

American Gift Fund

$83K

Admirals Cove Foundation Inc.

$67K

Evelyn & Bernard Woolman Family

$60K

Gs Donor Advised Philanthropy Fund

$39K

+12 more funders

Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund United Jewish Foundation American Endowment Foundation The American Jewish Joint Distribution Jewish Federation Of Greater Mark Eisenberg Family Foundation Inc American Gift Fund Admirals Cove Foundation Inc. Evelyn & Bernard Woolman Family Gs Donor Advised Philanthropy Fund The Ayco Charitable Foundation Greater Washington Community Foundation Raymond James Charitable Endowment Fund Network Of Jewish Human Service The Bessemer Giving Fund The Chicago Community Trust Foundation For Jewish Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust Inc. Jewish Federation of Cincinnati Town of Palm Beach United Way Inc American Online Giving Foundation Inc. Impactassetsinc

Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.

Lobbying Activity

Lobbying Disclosure Act registrations

Self-Lobbying

2 Registrations

2 Clients

Yes Self-Lobbying

Clients 2 total

Palm Beach County

1 filing

Self

Jewish Federation Of Metropolitan Chicago (Jfmc)

1 filing

Source: Senate Office of Public Records — Lobbying Disclosure Act

Contact

Get in touch with Jewish Federation Of Palm Beach County

Email

[email protected]

Phone

(561) 478-0700 (561) 242-6639

Social

Visit Website

1 Harvard Circle Suite 100 West Palm Beach, FL 33409

Jewish Federation Of Palm Beach County

What They Focus On

Financial Information

How They Work

Community Assessment

Strategic Grantmaking

Donor Engagement

Impact Monitoring

Programs and Initiatives

Community Grants Distribution

Donor Advised Funds

Social Services Coordination

Community Development

Team & Leadership

Michael Hoffman

Matthew Kernkraut

Kathy Sigall

Mindy Hanken

Elaine Aronoff

Rachel Berg

Michael Hoffman

Jeff Trynz

Sarah Rogers

Leah Holczer

Debbie Shapiro

Ira M Gerstein

Juliana Gendelman

Roslyn Leopold

Vivian Lieberman

Milestones

Federation Founded

MJCF Launch

Pandemic Response

Assets Exceed $200M

Associated People

Board of Directors

Executive Compensation

Partners & Funders

Top Funders

Lobbying Activity

Clients 2 total

Contact

Email

Phone

Social