North Miami Beach, Fla.– Scheck Hillel Community School hosted its 2019 Annual Event to benefit the school’s Kulanu Scholarship Fund on Thursday, January 17. This year’s theme, Thursday Night Live, featured comedian Elon Gold, famous for his roles on TV and his recent Netflix special. Nearly 400 supporters attended the event, including community leaders.

Event committee members included Susy and Larry Abbo, Colette and Mark Feldman, Valerie and Alexander Friedman, Eliane and Lando Kravetz, Evelyn and Isaac Marcushamer, Jennifer and Daniel Naim, Shana and Jacob Russo, Tammy and Jonathan Saporta, Betina and Jack Strimber, and Viviane and Alex Wolak.

“Throughout the past 10 years, nearly 1,800 Kulanu scholarships have been awarded to Scheck Hillel families - and those scholarships were made possible only because of donors, like the ones here in the room tonight and who contribute throughout the year,” said Vanessa Donaher, Head of Scheck Hillel Community School. “At Scheck Hillel, Kulanu is at the heart of everything we do. Through Kulanu, we ensure the future of our community and the future of Jewish education.”

During the event, a video showcased the stories of two families who were empowered by Kulanu, and conveyed how this fund is crucial for the continuity of Jewish education.

Nearly 20% of Scheck Hillel students receive tuition assistance through the Kulanu Scholarship Fund, which is funded solely by donors.

Elon Gold visited the school before the event and spoke to Scheck Hillel’s high school students about life in the entertainment industry while maintaining a strong Jewish identity. It was an inspiring - and entertaining! - opportunity.

About Elon Gold
Elon Gold is famous for starring in FOX’s ‘Stacked’ and NBC’s ‘In-Laws’. He has made appearances on ‘The Tonight Show’ and had a recent recurring role on the hit show, ‘Bones’. He was a writer/performer on ABC’s ‘The Dana Carvey Show’ and a guest on ‘Frasier,’ ‘The Mentalist,’ ‘Chappelle’s Show,’ among others.

About Scheck Hillel Community School
Scheck Hillel Community School educates and inspires students 18 months-Grade 12 to become exemplary global citizens with enduring Jewish identity and values through an individualized college preparatory curriculum highlighted by Design/STEM, Capstone, college dual enrollment, arts, athletics and community service. Its 14-acres include a 115,000-sq.-ft athletic complex with academic expansion plans. Set within a nurturing, diverse community, Scheck Hillel is one of the world's largest Jewish community day schools and a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. For more information about Scheck Hillel Community School or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact our Admissions office at 305.931.2831x173 or write to [email protected].