On Saturday, February 28th, SINAI Schools held its Annual Benefit Dinner. The dinner, which was originally scheduled for Sunday, February 22nd, was rescheduled at the last minute due to the snowstorm. Hundreds of people rearranged their plans with just a few days’ notice to join for an evening marked by gratitude, inspiration, and a powerful reaffirmation of SINAI’s mission.
At the Dinner, we honored extraordinary individuals whose dedication reflects the heart of SINAI’s mission:
Yakov Karasick, a member of SINAI’s first cohort of students and beloved ambassador for SINAI for more than 40 years;
Elizabeth Kratz, editor-in-chief and associate publisher of The Jewish Link, recognized for her unwavering support of SINAI and for establishing The Dr. Alexander Kratz z”l Memorial Scholarship Fund in honor of her late husband to ensure that more families are able to benefit from all that SINAI has to offer; and
Ron & Diane Strobel, celebrated for their decades of communal leadership and hands-on partnership, including Ron serving as a SINAI vocational partner, helping students build skills and confidence.
A highlight of the evening was the premiere of SINAI’s newest documentary, Eli, which shared the story of a remarkable SINAI student and his devoted parents, Dina and Leo Herskovich.
The film provided an intimate and powerful look at Eli’s journey, showcasing the shared commitment between his family and SINAI’s educators and therapists as they work together to help him reach his fullest potential.
This year’s Alumni Speaker was Ezra Grauberd, whose reflections as a SINAI graduate offered a living testament to the impact of a SINAI education and the bright futures it helps make possible.
The evening also included the premiere of “Give Your Child the Tools to Succeed,” a film in which SINAI students and parents shared how SINAI has helped them thrive.
The night ended with a kumzitz led by Avraham Fried and Itzik Dadya accompanied by Ari Greene and members of the BaRock orchestra, including Yakov Karasick.
SINAI’s work is only possible because of the broad and generous support of the community. Contributions to SINAI’s Annual Campaign will allow SINAI to continue to provide exceptional secular and Jewish education in the highly individualized manner children with disabilities need to thrive.
View videos and additional photos from the dinner at www.sinaidinner.org.
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Caption for photo at top of page: (L to R) Itzik Dadya, Abraham Fried, and Yakov Karasick during the kumzitz.
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