At every family gathering, no matter the occasion, Jacob S. Ziegel z”l would rise to speak. His words might change, but his message did not: צדק צדק תרדוף — “Justice, justice shall you pursue.” For Jacob, these words were not a slogan. They were a moral obligation and a guiding principle for…
For Judy Litwack-Goldman and David Goldman, giving has never been an obligation—it has always been a way of life. As a proud fifth‑generation Jewish Canadian born family, their story is rooted in continuity, tradition, and a deep sense of responsib…
As a long-time community volunteer, including serving as the chair of the Jewish Foundation’s Professional Advisory Committee (PAC) from 2023-2025, giving back to the community has always been important to Saul Plener and his wife Sandra. In late 2025, Saul and Sandra noticed that their dono…
In our first letter as chairs of the Jewish Foundation of Greater Toronto—written nearly two years ago—we expressed our confidence that the Foundation could have an even greater impact on our community and the Jewish world. As our term draws to its conclusion, we are remarkably proud of the …
One of the Jewish Foundation of Greater Toronto’s key priorities is engaging the next generation in their families’ intentional philanthropy, ensuring that fundholder legacies continue to champion the causes and values that matter most. The Foundation’s expert philanthropic advisors help con…
