Annual Dinner & Auction – September 9, 2007

On Sunday, September 9, 2007, Akiba Academy will hold its Annual Dinner & Auction honoring Buddy Rosenthal for his outstanding service to the community. This presitigious honor is being presented to Mr. Rosenthal as he represents the very highest ideals of community service. He is the former President of the Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas and has served on the Federation's Board of Directors continuously since 1980. Within the community, Mr. Rosenthal has dedicated his wisdom and energy to championing important causes. He was the Vice-Chair of the Dallas Jewish Community Capital Campaign for the 21st Century, Vice President of Community Homes for Adults, Inc. and a board member for the Vogel Alcove. In addition, he served as President of the Dallas Home for Jewish Aged - Golden Acres - and is a former president of Temple Emanu-El. Buddy is recognized regionally and nationally as a leader in our community.

The Denim and Diamonds Annual Dinner and Auction will be held at the newly renovated Gilley's Dallas and will feature entertainment by award-winning comedian Michael Ziegfeld. All proceeds from this event are allocated for scholarships, educational programming and professional development. If you would like to support Akiba by purchasing a table or tickets to the dinner, donating a gift to the silent or live auction, or placing an ad in our Tribute Journal commemorating this event please contact the Development Office at 214-295-3400.

Click here to view photos from last year’s event

Scholarship Raffle – Spring 2008
Akiba’s Annual Raffle is rich with history and the opportunity to win big! Funds raised from the raffle are used to support the Scholarship Fund to ensure that a superior education in general and Judaic studies is accessible to every child. Stay tuned for more information on tickets and prizes.

For further information on any of our events or to volunteer, please contact:
Marilyn Rutner, Director of Development
214-295-3400, ext. 1601
mrutner@akibaacademy.org

Vanessa Pollard, Development, Alumni and Finance Assistant
214-295-3400, ext. 1602
vpollard@akibaacademy.org