For more than 40 years, I have been a proud member of B’nai Torah Congregation. My wife and I have prayed, celebrated, mourned, learned, and found community here. We’ve watched generations (including our own) grow up within these walls — from children singing in preschool to elders leading with wisdom and grace. In that time, I’ve had the honor of serving on the Board of Trustees for over twenty years, including one term as President, and witnessing firsthand what makes B’nai Torah so special: its heart, its people, and its unwavering commitment to Jewish life.
Eda and I are deeply proud to launch the Secure Our Legacy Matching Gift Campaign — a $1 million challenge to our community to come together and build for the future. Through March 2026, every dollar raised — up to $1 million — will be matched by us, dollar for dollar.
But this campaign is about more than a number. It’s about a vision.
We live in an era when it’s easy to take community for granted, especially in a place as transient and fast paced as South Florida. But B’nai Torah isn’t just a synagogue — it’s the foundation of our personal and spiritual lives. A place where children grow into confident Jewish adults. A space where intergenerational bonds are formed. A home for spiritual nourishment, cultural enrichment, and social action.
The areas supported by this campaign reflect the diverse and meaningful work of the synagogue: from prayer & spirituality, education & learning, to music & cultural arts, social action, community & family programs, and outreach & engagement. We believe that investing in B’nai Torah means investing in a more compassionate, connected, and Jewishly rooted Boca Raton.
At this moment in time — when so much in the world feels uncertain — the strength of a spiritual and communal home matters more than ever. Whether you’re a young family just beginning your Jewish journey or a longtime member with deep roots in our community, B’nai Torah is here for you. And this campaign is how we keep B’nai Torah strong for the next generation.
Supporting B’nai Torah is one of the most meaningful investments you can make. The return is measured in pride, in joy, in the strength of our community, and in the values we pass to our children and grandchildren. I hope you will join us in securing our legacy.
We’ve set the table. Now it’s time to fill it — together.
To learn more or make a gift, please click here.
Sincerely,
Cliff Viner
