May 31st, 2026 at the Congregation Rodef Sholom Courtyard‍

• 5-9:30 PM • Dinner & Dancing • Mitzvah Moment for Brandeis Teachers • Fantastic Raffle Prizes

The Spring Simcha is sold out! Don't despair if you missed your chance - you can still contribute, leave a message for our honorees, participate in the raffle, and join us next year!

Check out our Simcha 26 giving page for the latest details on the Simcha!‍

Join us for this year’s Spring Simcha Gala as we come together to honor three members of our remarkable Senior Leadership Team, whose vision and dedication guide our school every day: Barbara Cohen, Chief Innovation and Technology Officer, Jenn Franklin, Assistant Head of School, and Pamela Welner, Director of Enrollment Management. Their collaborative spirit and deep commitment has helped shape every corner of the Brandeis Marin community.

Individually, they steward essential facets of our school’s mission; together, they form the cohesive team that supports our teachers, uplifts our students, and drives innovation across our campus. Their leadership ensures that Brandeis Marin continues to grow, adapt, and flourish while staying rooted in our core values.

We invite you to join us in recognizing their contributions, celebrating their impact, and supporting the school they help strengthen with such purpose and heart.

Simcha '26 Giving Opportunities

You can honor our SLT members while supporting our students, faculty, and program by becoming a sponsor to the 2026 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.

Sponsorship Levels

Platinum Sponsor ($25,000) 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 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.

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, 2026. 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.

Simcha 26 Raffle

More to come on the Simcha '26 Raffle in Spring! Look out for details soon.

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.

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. 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.

Sponsors-to-date:

PLATINUM ($25,000+)

Koret Foundation

Beth Seidenberg & Paul Vogel

DIAMOND ($18,000+)

Marci & Marc Dollinger

Sharon Grof & Jeff Ferris

TL Heins & Jason Lehman

Sara & Tomer London

Anonymous

SAPPHIRE ($10,000+)

Ellen & Barry Finestone

Vanessa & Marty Friedman

Drs. Tricia & Richard Gibbs

Joahn & Josh Ginsberg

Cathy Dobbs Goldstein & Phil Goldstein

Leslie Andelin & Barbara Iungano

Carly Hall & Zachary Scott

Sunshine Polka-Dot Foundation

Marika Páez Wiesen & Eric Wiesen

GOLD ($5,000+)

Nancy & David Gavrin

Inbar Telem & Martin Lowenstein

Wendy Rosov & Peg Sandel

EMERALD ($3,600+)

Deb & Tom Cullen

RUBY ($1,800+)

Drs. Lana Nguyen & Scott Barshack

Diane & Jeffry Bernstein

Jean Bronstein

Sofia & Jeff Chancey

Ruth Willheim & Dan Gill

Diane Lowenstein

Anna & Roman Polonsky

Alissa Robinow

Jenn Franklin & Karissa Sparks

Esther & Sandy Stadtler

Pamela & Jon Welner

Barbara Cohen & Peter Zwerling

SILVER ($1,000+)

Antoinette Grimes and David Cohen

Congregation Rodef Sholom

Rabbi Stacy & Frank Friedman

Arthur J Gallagher & Co

Barry Hoffner

Jill Deitch & Garret Ippolito

Caitlin & Stuart Landesberg

Jennifer Harris-Marks & Joel Marks

Oksana & Tim Myers

Rhona & Steven Sloan

Spring Simcha '26

Honoring Barbara Cohen, Jenn Franklin, and Pamela Welner!