Professional Advisory Committee (PAC)

 

Many members of our professional community see the promotion of philanthropy as one of the more meaningful aspects of their practice.

 

Therefore, at the Jewish Foundation, we recognize the importance of our relationships with advisors. We strive to maintain our reputation as the premier resource for legal and tax professionals who want to obtain a more comprehensive understanding of the role charitable planning can have in their clients' financial and estate plans. 

 

The Professional Advisory Committee (PAC) consists of leading lawyers, accountants, financial planners and advisors, insurance and other professionals who are committed to supporting the Jewish Foundation's work by promoting philanthropy through their professional practices. 

 

Throughout the year, the Jewish Foundation works with PAC members to promote and encourage philanthropic conversations between advisors and their clients and to bring awareness to the benefits of making tax advantageous gifts.



Jonathan Kopman

JONATHAN KOPMAN, Chair, Professional Advisory Committee (2026-2028)


“I am honored to assume the role of PAC Chair for the Jewish Foundation. Together with our community’s professional advisors, whose leadership helps embed philanthropy into everyday practice, I look forward to fostering a strong, enduring culture of giving across the GTA Jewish community and advancing the Foundation’s mission.”

Saul Plener

SAUL PLENER, Immediate Past Chair, Professional Advisory Committee (2024-2026)


“I was honoured to serve as PAC chair and help the Jewish Foundation achieve its objectives, along with our team of dedicated professional advisors. We have an incredible philanthropic Jewish community in the GTA, and I enjoyed working on strategies to bring them to the Foundation!”

 

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