The Weston/West Broward Chapter of Jewish Adoption and Family Care Options (JAFCO) hosted its Michelle Goldstein Spirit of Life Luncheon on Nov. 2 at the Weston Hills Country Club and raised $35,000 for abused and neglected children. The luncheon is named in honor of Michelle Goldstein, whose life ended tragically during the 9/11 terrorist attacks, and celebrates her life and love for children.
The luncheon’s theme was “All That Jazz” and featured a live jazz band. The event was co-chaired by chapter president Beth Salmon and chapter vice president Lyssa Flayman. Honorees Carmen Reinhard and Rochelle Umschweis were presented with an engraved mezuzah for their commitment to the children of JAFCO.
The luncheon began with a boutique of more than 20 vendors and a Chinese auction with many exciting prizes. The event featured a candle lighting ceremony, an inspiring video presentation, and a “Godparent” pinning ceremony.
Proceeds from the event benefit JAFCO, which serves abused and neglected children and children with developmental disabilities in Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach Counties.
JAFCO has expanded its clinical services by opening an office in Philadelphia to bring the JAFCO model to the Northeast communities.
For more information about JAFCO, contact JAFCO Director of Development Operations Shelli Gold at 954-315-8671 or [email protected].
