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Volunteer Spotlight

This series highlights mission-based programs and projects that are supported by Anne Stein: Empowering future leaders
The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee. Funding for these initiatives is de-
rived from the Annual Campaign. The series helps to explain where your generous By Sandy Chase
dollars are spent and features certain initiatives that enrich the lives of Jews living Established 1971 mensch like Anne Stein is de- the kind of world they hope to live in.” students had to experience this. We did
in Sarasota-Manatee, local projects with area partners, and overseas programs that PUBLISHER termined, through her stead- The following observation exem- what was necessary to make it hap-
support the social and humanitarian needs of Jews in Israel and around the world. The Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee A fast commitment to Holocaust plifies how Anne’s dedication makes pen.”
Your generous support is found in our tenet of tikkun olam – repairing the The Larry & Mary Greenspon education programs at The Jewish a difference. One high-school senior Ilene Fox, Federation’s Chief De-
world! Family Campus for Jewish Life Federation of Sarasota-Manatee, claims that listening to Holocaust sur- velopment Officer, points out that
Klingenstein Jewish Center
580 McIntosh Road that today’s students are tomorrow’s vivors has been a life-changing event. “Anne’s passion for Israel manifests
Sarasota, FL 34232-1959 leaders who will create a better future “In my history class, as we dissect the itself in her long-time support of
Phone: 941.371.4546 world. causes of the Holocaust in great depth, March of the Living.” According to
Fax: 941.378.2947 Anne began nurturing those attri- it’s easy to become numb to the very Ilene, Anne’s vision of this experiential
E-mail: jewishnews@jfedsrq.org butes as a young adult, volunteering human suffering simply because of learning has been realized because of
Website: www.jfedsrq.org in a Negev Desert town, where she as- the sheer quantity. We must not get her family’s generosity. “Accompanied
Published Monthly sisted elderly Jews with shopping and too wrapped up in the big picture that by Holocaust survivors and scholars,
Volume 50, Number 6 doctor appointments. we forget the individuals behind every teens examine the roots of intolerance
July 2020 Since that time, Anne has raised statistic.” and hate, and celebrate Israeli state-
40 pages the bar for herself and other mensches, hood, while forming bonds for a life-
USPS Permit No. 167 contributing countless hours and do- time.”

August 2020 Issue Deadlines: nating funds to Federation, and helping Teen participants corroborate
Editorial: June 30, 2020 to promote its mission of strengthening MOL’s importance and Anne’s critical
Advertising: July 1, 2020 Jewish life in our community, provid- role:
ing for Jews in need and supporting Aaron Prokupets says, “MOL is a
CHANGE OF ADDRESS: Israel. once-in-a-lifetime experience, which
Change of address inquiries Honored as the first Federation has made a lasting impact on how I
can be sent to Bobbi Barger “Mensch of the Month” (June 2013), view life and see the world.”
at bbarger@jfedsrq.org
or call 941.371.4546 x0 she has served as a Federation board Echoing Aaron’s words, Ben Hei-
PRESIDENT member and helped with fundrais- man says, “I saw in Poland the conse-
ing for Federation’s predecessor, the
quences of Jews leaving their destiny
Randon Carvel
Jewish Community Center. Today, in the hands of others. In Israel, I saw
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER as coordinator of Federation’s Holo- the importance of Jewish self-determi-
Howard Tevlowitz caust Speakers Bureau and supporter Anne Stein performing as a Hula dancer nation.”
of March of the Living (MOL), Anne Another Holocaust education pro- When not sharing her mensch-like
SENIOR DIRECTOR OF lives up to her coveted status, fortify- gram is March of the Living (MOL), qualities with Federation and the Sara-
COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING ing these two Holocaust programs. in which high-school juniors and se- sota-Manatee community, Anne helps
Marty Katz Exemplifying a mensch, Anne dis- niors immerse themselves in Holo- Chabad of Sarasota. Rabbi Chaim

MANAGING EDITOR misses her critical role at the Speakers caust remembrance by marching from Steinmetz proudly points out, “We use
Ted Epstein Bureau. A cornerstone of that program, Auschwitz to Birkenau (Poland), then Anne’s extraordinary creativity for
she arranges for Holocaust survivors traveling to Israel for a week of com- fresh, out-of-the-box ideas, making
ADVERTISING SALES to share their stories with community memorating the state’s Memorial and Chabad’s programming unique.
Adam Kaplan – 941.552.6307 leaders, membership organizations Independence Days. Even Anne’s pastime, hula danc-
and especially with middle- and high- Andrea Eiffert, Federation’s Teen ing, reflects her mensch attributes, as
PROOFREADERS
Edward D. Cohen, Rhonda Kaplan, school students, personalizing horrific and Family Program Coordinator, cap- she and fellow Aloha Nui Hula danc-
Marianne Mandell, Elliot Ofsowitz, experiences instead of imparting facts. tures Anne’s dedication: ers perform shows at local assisted liv-
Jeff Sherman, Jill Simons, Linda Stern, According to Jessi Sheslow, Fed- “Anne has long been an integral ing facilities, charity events and senior
Bryna Tevlowitz eration’s Community Relations Direc- part of our local March of the Living centers. “Seeing how the audience is
tor, “Through Anne’s tireless support, delegations, from her family’s finan- engaged is worth everything.”
MISSION STATEMENT: The Jewish News of she’s built meaningful relationships cial commitment to sending teens, in- Our community is indebted to
Sarasota-Manatee strives to be the source of
news and features of special interest to the with our Holocaust survivors and with- terviewing applicants, helping develop Anne and her husband for their unwav-
Jewish community of Sarasota-Manatee, to in our community.” training content and coordinating sur- ering, generous support. Going above
provide a forum for the exchange of ideas On two occasions, she partnered vivor presentations – and even hosting and beyond, she hopes to empower
and opinions in the Jewish community, and with The Florida Holocaust Museum’s meetings at her home.” students because they are the future. If
to communicate the mission, activities and “Speak Up, Speak Now” program, lin- Roots of Federation’s MOL har- that’s not a mensch, what is?
achievements of the Federation and its Jew-
ish community partners. ing up survivors to address students at ken back to 2008, when Anne and her If you are interested in volunteering,
husband Barry joined the Southern Re-
the Sarasota School of Arts and Sci-
there are many ways to contribute and
OPINIONS printed in The Jewish News of ences and Sarasota Middle School. gion’s two-week adult program.
Sarasota-Manatee do not necessarily reflect be part of the volunteer life at the Fed-
those of The Jewish Federation of Sarasota- Anne has also helped Butterflies of Anne says, “We went from the eration. For more information, please
Manatee, its Board of Directors or staff. Hope and Remembrance, a year-long, darkness of the Holocaust to the joy contact Jeremy Lisitza, Director of In-
community-wide tribute, comprising of being in the Jewish state – a pow- novation and Volunteer Engagement,
SUBMISSIONS to The Jewish News are sub-
ject to editing for space and content, and special events and educational pro- erful and emotional experience. Local at 941.343.2113 or jlisitza@jfedsrq.org.
th
may be withheld from publication without grams, honoring the 75 anniversary of
prior notice. Approval of submissions for the liberation of the Nazi concentration
publication in either verbal or written form camps.
shall always be considered tentative, and
does not imply a guarantee of any kind. Praising Bette Zaret, Butterflies’
Submissions must be sent electronically to founder, Anne says, “All I did was Our prime meats and fresh seafood are perfect for your
backyard barbecue. Ask about our custom cuts and
jewishnews@jfedsrq.org. invite teachers to attend a hands-on pre-marinated ready-to-cook items. From ribeye steaks
LETTERS to the editor should not exceed 300 workshop organized by Bette on teach- and gourmet burgers to wild salmon and whole chickens,
words, must be typed, and include the writer’s ing the Holocaust.” trust Morton’s for your summertime cookouts!
name, mailing address and phone number. Holocaust speakers attest to Anne’s
Letters can be submitted via USPS or email commitment to them and the program,
(jewishnews@jfedsrq.org). Not all letters will
be published. Letters may be edited for length her sincerity and, most of all, staunch
and content. friendship. Serving the Sarasota area for over 50 years
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ideas promoted therein.
share stories so children will learn. I
value Anne’s friendship.”
According to Ginette Hersh, a hid-
den child during the Holocaust, “Anne
calls just to find out how I am. She has
even created two cards for my birthday.
She supported me during an interview
early this year. She honors me when
she asks me to speak with the chil-
dren.”
STAY Rewarded by these relationships,
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