Gathering in Celebration

Tuesday night, the 19 th of Kislev (December 17 th , 2019) at the Hilton Hotel, was an amazing evening of celebration and inspiration. The groundbreaking Mayanot Leadership Gala, ‘Owning the Jewish Future’ hosted over 600 guests, donors, supporters and alumni. All in celebration of over twenty years of Mayanot’s achievements and the leaders it has produced. Each in their own way making a huge impact on the Jewish world. Guests came away feeling the 'support' of the Mayanot family and the enormity of the mission and vision of Mayanot, with five branches impacting thousands of people. Guests at the event were greeted by Rabbi Shlomo Gestetner , Dean of Mayanot, and Rabbi Kasriel Shemtov , Executive Director. Jeff Cohen , chairman of the board, opened the evening with greetings, while each of the alumni highlighted the effect Mayanot has had in their lives and how it has helped them today. Mr. Hart and Simona Hasten were featured as the Guests of Honor