2005 Annual Report - Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle

Young Leadership Division
For the Young Leadership
Division of the Federation—led
by a new board of directors and
a new YLD Director, Aaron
Schwamberg—2005 was a year of
change and growth.
This year, a re-evaluation of YLD’s mission and programming culminated
in a broad email-based survey and two focus groups, results of which will be
used to grow the YLD presence and strengthen its role in the community.
While that strategic work was underway, YLD gathered in multiple ways at
a variety of venues to network and socialize, raise funds for the community,
and continue developing tomorrow’s community leaders.
Highlights of YLD’s 2005 activities include:
• Two highly successful community-building events—600 young adults
aged 25-45 years attended LatkePalooza in December, and 300
attended SchmoozaPalooza in July at Safeco Field;
• A 2004 pre-election educational event to better understand Jewish
issues political and concerns;
• A special thank-you event for Ben Gurion Society members (YLD’ers
who give $1,000 or more to the annual Community Campaign) with
the founder of He’Brew, “The Chosen Beer”; and
• A re-vamped Main Event fundraiser, featuring a silent auction, casino
games and prizes, all in a casual atmosphere.
A YLD Profi le: Brian Schultz
• Age 30, single, born in New York, grew up in Atlanta, has lived in
Seattle for 6 years
• Profession: Entrepreneur
• Community: YLD board member for three years; Ben Gurion
Society; member of Blue Knot, the Jewish Tech Initiative
• “I participated in YLD events when I fi rst moved to Seattle as a way
to meet people. I now serve on the board because I want to give
back—I want YLD to be there for the next person like me who’s
looking for a way to connect with others in the community.”
Becki Chandler
Young Leadership
Division Chair
Brian Schultz
YLD Board Member
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