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May 17th, 2025 at the Marin Arts and Garden Center ^‍

• 4:30-10 PM • Dinner & Dancing • Mitzvah Moment for Brandeis Teachers • Fantastic Raffle Prizes

Event Details^‍

Join us at the Marin Art and Garden Center on Saturday, May 17th, 2025 for an exciting spring gala dedicated to celebrating and honoring Marci and Marc Dollinger!

This year, we have the distinct privilege of honoring individuals whose dedication and impact extend far beyond the walls of Brandeis Marin. Marci and Marc have truly done it all - from being parents, to being on the Board of Trustees, to serving as our Board Presidents. Marci was even a beloved member of our teaching faculty. They have played pivotal roles in shaping and supporting countless institutions, leaving an indelible mark on Jewish education, our community, and Jewish life worldwide.

Marci and Marc's visionary leadership, unwavering commitment, and generosity have enriched the lives of so many, fostering growth and connection across generations and continents. By honoring them, we celebrate not only their profound contributions to our school but also their extraordinary influence on the global Jewish community. Their legacy inspires us all to work toward a stronger, more vibrant future for Jewish life everywhere.

4:30-10 PM
Dinner & Drinks
Dancing & Music
Mitzvah Moment for Brandeis Teachers
Fantastic Raffle Prizes

Did you hear?

Last year's Simcha '24 raised over $490,000 to support teacher compensation and the delivery of cutting-edge programming.

You don't want to miss it, our Spring Simcha has won the JWeekly's Reader's Choice award for best Gala in the North Bay two years in a row!

Simcha '25 Giving Opportunities

You can honor Marci and Marc while supporting our students, faculty, and program by becoming a sponsor to the 2025 Spring Simcha!

These funds directly support our students by enhancing academic programs, investing in our dedicated teachers, and providing opportunities that cultivate a strong sense of identity, knowledge, and timeless Jewish values.

Also accepting gifts via donor-advised funds, appreciated stock, and checks. Contact Admissions and Advancement Coordinator Devin Jack-Haber for details.

Be advised that donor-advised funds may be used to sponsor the event if you are not attending, however, if you are planning to attend the Spring Simcha you will need to purchase general admissions tickets separately from your donor-advised fund grant to be in compliance with regulations governing the use of DAFs.

Food, Dancing, and FUNdraising!

Experience the magic of the Marin Arts and Garden Center!

Elegant food, drinks, and dessert!

Storytelling, memories, and much more!

Join us in honoring Marci and Marc for their outstanding contributions to Jewish education!

Also accepting gifts via donor-advised funds, appreciated stock, and checks. Sponsorships can be paid through multiple installments, as long as the total amount has been fulfilled by June 30, 2025. Contact Admissions and Advancement Coordinator Devin Jack-Haber for details.

Avoid the fees by paying with a check! Mail to Advancement at Brandeis Marin, 180 N San Pedro Rd, San Rafael, CA 94903, with a memo describing your purchase (e.g. "sponsorship", "donation" or "tickets").

Sponsorship Levels

Presenting Sponsor ($36,000) Sponsor name recognition in a primary position in all digital and print communications, featured in a primary position on display on the night of the event, reserved seating, and all of the benefits of the sponsorship levels below Presenting.

Platinum Sponsor ($25,000) Sponsor name recognition in a secondary position in all digital and print communications, featured in a secondary position on display on the night of the event, reserved seating, and all of the benefits of the sponsorship levels below Platinum.

Diamond Sponsor ($18,000) Sponsor name recognition in a prominent position in all digital and print communications, featured prominently on display on the night of the event, reserved seating, and all of the benefits of the sponsorship levels below Diamond.

Sapphire Sponsor ($10,000) Sponsor name recognition in all digital and print communications, featured in display on the night of the event, reserved seating, and all of the benefits of the levels below Sapphire.

Gold Sponsor ($5,000) Sponsor name recognition featured in display on the night of the event, included on Brandeis Marin website, newspaper ads, eblasts, postcards, virtual platform, invitations, newsletter, program, and priority seating.

Emerald Sponsor ($3,600) Sponsor name recognition included on Brandeis Marin website, eblasts, invitations, virtual platform, postcards, program, and two tickets.

Ruby Sponsor ($1,800) Sponsor name recognition included on Brandeis Marin website, invitations, virtual platform, postcards, program, and two tickets.

Silver Sponsor ($1,000) Sponsor name recognition included on Brandeis Marin website, invitations, virtual platform, postcards, program, and two tickets.

Simcha 25 Raffle

More to come on the Simcha '25 Raffle in Spring! Look out for details soon.

Big congratulations go to last year's Simcha 24 raffle winners Anton Mironov, Martin Lowenstein, Gittel Goodman, Eric Lendl, Scott Barshack, Amy Kux, Dale Rogers, and Elliott Felson, and to our faculty raffle winners Rich Seymour, Allen Kushinsky, and Shanon Kristoff.

Rules & Restrictions

Please note that the IRS does not allow money spent on raffle tickets to be tax deductible contributions. All proceeds of the raffle will benefit the students, teachers, and programs of Brandeis Marin. No limit on tickets purchased. You need not be present to win. Drawing will take place during the evening of the May 17, 2025. Brandeis Marin is required to report raffle winnings as taxable income. Brandeis Marin (EIN 47-1253063) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. Must be 18 years or older to enter.Void where prohibited. Raffle subject to official rules & regulations. Vacation and experience prize dates must be mutually agreed upon with the host, and may be subject to limitations and conditions.

Please note that the IRS does not allow money spent on raffle tickets to be tax-deductible contributions. All proceeds of the raffle will benefit the students, teachers, and programs of Brandeis Marin.

Special thanks to our local businesses who donated raffle prizes to last year's Simcha!

Rules & Restrictions
Please note that the IRS does not allow money spent on raffle tickets to be tax deductible contributions. All proceeds of the raffle will benefit the students, teachers, and programs of Brandeis Marin. No limit on tickets purchased. You need not be present to win. Drawing will take place during the evening of the May 17, 2025. Brandeis Marin is required to report raffle winnings as taxable income. Brandeis Marin (EIN 47-1253063) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. Must be 18 years or older to enter.Void where prohibited. Raffle subject to official rules & regulations. Vacation and experience prize dates must be mutually agreed upon with the host, and may be subject to limitations and conditions.

Sponsors to Date

Presenting Sponsors

Irene & Howard (z"l) Levine

Vogel-Seidenberg Family Foundation

Marci & Marc Dollinger

Platinum

Sunshine Polka-Dot Foundation

Amy & Morton Friedkin

Jennifer & Tony Smorgon

Diamond

Ellen & Barry Finestone

Cathy Dobbs Goldstein & Phil Goldstein

TL Heins & Jason Lehman

Jay & David Levine

Sara & Tomer London

Sapphire

Sharon Grof & Jeff Ferris

Vanessa & Marty Friedman

Drs. Tricia & Richard Gibbs

Louisa & Roger Philipp

Marika Páez Wiesen & Eric Wiesen

Gold

The Barlow Family

Sarah Antle & David Donn

Ruth & Michael Fletcher

Joahn & Josh Ginsberg

Jacqueline & Steven Grossman

Jodie Silberman & Donna Isralsky

Inbar Telem & Martin Lowenstein

Wendy Rosov and Peg Sandel

Emerald

Drs. Lana Nguyen & Scott Barshack

Becky Genet

Erin & Jonathan Kahn

Diane Lowenstein

Deborah & Larry Stadtner

Laurie Friedman & Eric Zimmerman

Ruby

Vivien Braly & Ruben Arquilevich

The Barton-Maycock Family

Diane & Jeff Bernstein

Jan Reicher & Alain Bismuth

Sofia & Jeff Chancey

Debbie & Barry Cohn

Stacy & Frank Friedman

Ruth Willheim Rosenthal & Dan Gill

Tracey & Adam Klapow

Marion & Louis Lipofsky

Julie Fingersh & David Rudnick

Lily Kanter & Marc Sarosi

Sharon & Orr Shakked

Pamela & Jon Welner

Amanda & Matthew Wulfstat

Silver

Deborah Burg-Schnirman & Rick Burg

Toni Grimes & David Cohen

Congregation Rodef Sholom

Jing Yu & Bruce Gribens

Daryl Messinger & James Heeger

Susan & Paul Levine

Deena & Robby Klaber

Leah & Aaron Lamstein

Cherie & Robert Levine

San Francisco State University Foundation

Esther & Sandy Stadtler

Debi Geller & Ed Zimmerman

Also, accepting gifts via donor-advised funds, appreciated stock, and checks. Contact Devin Jack-Haber for details.

Original Signed Print by Legendary Artist William T. Wiley