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# TOP Jewish Foundation

Making giving easier since 1980

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- [Webinars](https://topjewishfoundation.org/webinars/) - Click Here to Register
- [Planned Giving](https://topjewishfoundation.org/planned-giving/) - This page is current under construction.
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## Pages

- [Home](https://topjewishfoundation.org/) - Making giving easier since 1980 TOP Jewish Foundation in central Florida helps community members maximize their charitable giving, while ensuring the Jewish future of our community. TOP works with organizations, synagogues and day schools as well as individuals regarding endowment, legacy gifts and donor advised funds.
- [Quarterly Donor Forum](https://topjewishfoundation.org/quarterly-donor-forum/)
- [Webinars](https://topjewishfoundation.org/webinars/)
- [Events/Webinars](https://topjewishfoundation.org/events/) - Thank you for joining us at our Annual Community Appreciation Events this year! Check out photos from our events below. We hope to see you again next year!
- [Contact Us](https://topjewishfoundation.org/contact-copy/) - Get in touch, and we'll get back to you as soon as we can. We look forward to hearing from you and learning more about your charitable needs! TOP Jewish Foundation 13009 Community Campus Drive Tampa, FL 33625 Click here to get Directions Click here to call 813-961-9090 Click here to email info@topjewishfoundation.org Opening Hours
- [Scholarships](https://topjewishfoundation.org/scholarships/) - For any questions, contact Shaina Shuford at 813-961-9090 or shaina@topjewishfoundation.org
- [Community Needs](https://topjewishfoundation.org/community-needs/) - Community Needs: How You Can Help? TOP is pleased to be a resource to connect your philanthropy with the most immediate needs of nonprofits that serve our community. Since our mission is to secure the future of our community by using Jewish-inspired values, innovative philanthropy and extraordinary service, we ask that you consider helping nonprofits
- [Meet Our Team](https://topjewishfoundation.org/meet-our-team/) - Meet our Senior Professional Staff We pride ourselves on our personal service. Each of us are ready to assist you in fulfilling your own philanthropic goals and vision. Ellen (Weiss) Lipman, MBA, CAP®, CFRE Executive Director An experienced strategic leader, Ellen joined TOP Jewish Foundation in 2016 and serves as the Executive Director. Ellen has
- [Funds for Non-Profits at TOP](https://topjewishfoundation.org/funds-for-non-profits/) - Any nonprofit organization can hold an unrestricted fund at TOP (called a "managed fund"). The starting contribution to such a fund is $10,000, and all funds are available within 24-hours. Organizations that have some funds available for investment but not enough to have their own investment account will see the positive benefit of being part
- [Donor-Advised Funds at TOP](https://topjewishfoundation.org/donor-advised-funds/) - A Donor-Advised Fund is an easy, flexible, and effective way to make charitable donations to organizations and causes that are important to you. It is like a charitable checking account that you can use to recommend grants to recipients of your own choosing at any time, all while qualifying for significant tax benefits. With a
- [Financials](https://topjewishfoundation.org/financials/) - 2024/2025 Audited Financials 2023/2024 Form 990 2023/2024 Audited Financials 2022/2023 Form 990 2021/2022 Form 990 2020/2021 Form 990 2020/2021 Audited Financials 2019/2020 Form 990 2019/2020 Audited Financials 2018/2019 Form 990 2018/2019 Audited Financials
- [Gift Planning After OBBBA](https://topjewishfoundation.org/gift-planning-after-obbba/)
- [Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)](https://topjewishfoundation.org/faq/) - Click here to access our Donor Advised Fund Handbook for more information 1. What types of services does TOP offer? TOP offers both https://topjewishfoundation.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/HowyourPhilFundWorks_ProspectiveDonors.pdfphilanthropic consulting and investment management services. Our team partners with you as we work together to meet your philanthropic goals. Our investment management services include premier portfolio management by our investment manager,
- [TOP Sponsors](https://topjewishfoundation.org/top-sponsors/) - TOP Jewish Foundation is recognized as a successful, longstanding and trustworthy source for charitable and planned giving programs and services. A sponsor may take advantage of the opportunities to network and meet philanthropists and top financial, estate planning and accounting professionals throughout the state of Florida. Our sponsors name, fund or logo, where applicable, will
- [Resources](https://topjewishfoundation.org/articles/resources/) - Check out TOP's 2025 Highlights, as of 6/30/2025 TOP Jewish Foundation is thrilled to announce that, for the first time, we surpassed $119 million in assets under management. We thank donors and organizational partners for using TOP for their charitable donations and investments. During 2025, on behalf of its donors and organizational partners, TOP distributed
- [Orlando](https://topjewishfoundation.org/orlando/) - Date: Thursday, November 13, 2025 Time: 6:00 p.m. Location: Congregation Ohev Shalom, 613 Concourse Parkway South, Maitland, FL Dinner will be served. Registration is now closed. Please join us as a walk-in.
- [Naples](https://topjewishfoundation.org/naples/) - Date: Wednesday, November 12, 2025 Time: 1:00 p.m. Location: Jewish Federation of Greater Naples, 4720 Pine Ridge Road, Naples, FL Lunch will be served. Registration is now closed. Please join us as a walk-in.
- [Tampa Bay](https://topjewishfoundation.org/tampabay/) - Date: Tuesday, November 11, 2025 Time: 6:00 p.m. Location: Shanna and Bryan Glazer JCC, 522 N. Howard Avenue, Tampa, FL Dinner will be served. Registration is now closed. Please join us as a walk-in.
- [Jewish Capital Alliance (JCA)](https://topjewishfoundation.org/jewish-capital-alliance-jca-mission/) - Who We Are The Jewish Capital Alliance is a trusted partner of the TOP Jewish Foundation providing financial assistance and guidance to Jewish non-profit organizations in any TOP community. Our Commitment The Jewish Capital Alliance (JCA) has been assisting the Florida Jewish community since 2010. Their goal is to foster Jewish identity by providing support
- [Meet Our Board](https://topjewishfoundation.org/meet-our-board/) - TOP Jewish Foundation, Inc. is a partnership of the Jewish Federations in these three communities: TOP BOARD OF TRUSTEES Mark Benjamin Andrew Feinberg Michael Furman Gary Gould Daniel Harris, Orlando Chair Ed Kleiman Steven Klein Danielle Krise, Board Chair Harvey Mackler Ed Marks, Pinellas Chair Joel Pittelman Tatiana Podel Jimmy Post Alan Schwartz Michael Schwartz Rochelle
- [Forms & Tools](https://topjewishfoundation.org/forms/) - Click on the links below to access any of the forms listed. Blank Distribution Request Form Fund Allocation and Rebalancing Form Donor Advised Fund Handbook
- [Generational Giving:  Transforming Family Philanthropy with Strategic Tools Webinar](https://topjewishfoundation.org/generational-giving-webinar-registration/) - Register now and join us on Thursday, March 27 at 12 PM. Zoom link will come after registering.
- [GIVING](https://topjewishfoundation.org/giving/) - For over 40 years, TOP Jewish Foundation has been helping donors and their families make the most of their philanthropic choices. Whether you're starting on a modest scale or overseeing substantial assets, we can help you select the fund that's right for you. Please click on the links below to learn more about our services.
- [Jewish Council of North Central Florida (JCNCF) Funds at TOP](https://topjewishfoundation.org/jcncf-funds-at-top/) - Learn more the JCNCF funds held at TOP and how to donate to them.
- [Market & Philanthropic Trends - November 20, 2024 at Shanna & Bryan Glazer JCC, Tampa](https://topjewishfoundation.org/events/market-philanthropic-trends-shanna-bryan-glazer-jcc-register/) - TOP's Annual Donor Appreciation EventWednesday, November 20, at 6:00 PMHosted at Shanna & Bryan Glazer JCC: 522 N Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33606
- [Market & Philanthropic Trends - November 18, 2024 at Jewish Federation of Greater Naples](https://topjewishfoundation.org/events/market-philanthropic-trends-greater-naples-register/) - TOP's Annual Donor Appreciation EventMonday, November 18 at 11:30 AMHosted at Jewish Federation of Greater Naples, Nina Iser Cultural Center: 4720 Pine Ridge Road, Naples, FL 34119
- [Jill Hagler](https://topjewishfoundation.org/jill-hagler/) - Jill Hagler, CAP® (Charitable Advisor in Philanthropy) Director of Philanthropy and Life & Legacy Coordinator Jill has over 25 years of experience working as a philanthropic advisor in the Jewish community. She comes to TOP from Miami where she served as the Director of Foundation Development for the past twelve years at the Greater
- [Market & Philanthropic Trends - November 19, 2024 at Shalom Orlando](https://topjewishfoundation.org/events/shalom_orlando_donor_event/) - TOP's Annual Donor Appreciation EventTuesday, November 19 at 6PMHosted at Shalom Orlando: 851 N Maitland Ave, Maitland, FL 32751
- [Articles](https://topjewishfoundation.org/articles/) - Click on the titles below to read about TOP in the news. 2024 - Beth Am raising money toward endowment to secure congregation's financial future 2022 JFNA Year End Tax Planning Letter 2020/2021 Annual Impact Report 2021 JFNA Year End Planning Letter ACE Act General Summary 2019/2020 Impact Report JNFA Post-Election Year-End Letter Mahj champ
- [Programs](https://topjewishfoundation.org/programs/) - TOP is excited to offer these programs to our donors and the community LIFE & LEGACY All of us, regardless of age, wealth or affiliation, have the ability to leave a meaningful Jewish legacy. Your legacy gift of any size can be customized and structured to fit your dreams, lifestyle, family and financial needs. By
- [Channy Anne Krudo Scholarship Fund](https://topjewishfoundation.org/channy-anne-krudo-scholarship-fund/) - Chana - Anne - was born to Pesach and Tzivya Kaye in London and was raised together with her brother Mark in a warm Jewish religious home. She spoke often and fondly of her close relationship with her father, and she made his sugar cookies and potato bread throughout her entire life. Since the time
- [Mission & Vision](https://topjewishfoundation.org/about-top/) - Our Mission We secure the future of our community by using Jewish-inspired values, innovative philanthropy and extraordinary service. TOP has played a critical role in securing and sustaining the Jewish future of Central Florida's Jewish community. Now, in our fourth decade, we endeavor to serve all Jewish communities seeking robust investment oversight, white-glove service,
- [Thank you for attending our 2024 Donor Appreciation Events!](https://topjewishfoundation.org/goldmansachsevent/) - Check back for photos and information for next year's events soon!
- [Jeffrey Feld Camp Scholarship Fund](https://topjewishfoundation.org/jeffrey-feld-camp-scholarship-fund/) - The Jeffrey Feld Camp Scholarship Fund was established to celebrate Jeffrey in honor of his 70th birthday. Distributions from the fund will go toward financial assistance for campers at the Pittsburgh JCC's Emma Kaufmann Camp. Contributions to this endowment fund will expand the corpus of the fund to elevate the amount that is distributed each year,
- [Consider Creating a Fund](https://topjewishfoundation.org/make-a-donation/) - Consider Creating a TOP Jewish Foundation Fund: Take advantage of the tax benefits of giving cash and non-cash gifts such as appreciated public securities, private stock, business interests, real estate and insurance policies. Planned giving methods available include: Donor Advised Funds: A philanthropic fund can be established with $10,000. Opening a fund is easy and
- [Endowments & Bequests at TOP](https://topjewishfoundation.org/endowments-bequests-at-top/) - ENDOWMENTS An Endowment is a charitable fund created to provide ongoing support to one or more of your chosen charities or causes. BEQUESTS A bequest is a gift in your will or revocable living trust. Permanent Endowments It is with an Endowment - or you may choose to establish multiple Endowments - that you can
- [Other Options](https://topjewishfoundation.org/other-options/) - Other ways to give creatively Certain provisions in the Internal Revenue Code often present some very creative ways to facilitate potentially larger charitable gifts than what you could give without those tax advantages. Common examples are Charitable Gift Annuities and Charitable Remainder Trusts. Both are special contracts that permit the donor to enjoy an income
- [Laura and Stephen Kreitzer Community Fund](https://topjewishfoundation.org/kreitzer-community-fund/) - Laura and Stephen Kreitzer Community Fund Click Here to Donate The Laura and Stephen Kreitzer Community Fund, was created to honor Laura and Stephen and their many years of service to the community. Contributions to this fund will enhance Laura and Stephen's support for the causes that are near and dear to their hearts. Laura and Stephen met at
- [How To:](https://topjewishfoundation.org/how-to/)
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- [LIFE & LEGACY Program](https://topjewishfoundation.org/life-legacy/) - Together, we are ensuring the Jewish future. TOP is proud to partner with the Harold Grinspoon Foundation to continue the LIFE & LEGACY Program with select area agencies who share a commitment to leaving a legacy and ensuring our Jewish communities remain vibrant for future generations. Through the program, participants receive training and marketing materials
- [Sponsorships](https://topjewishfoundation.org/sponsorships/) - Sponsorship Program Overview - For Individual & Corporate Sponsors TOP Jewish Foundation is recognized as a successful, longstanding and trustworthy source for charitable and planned giving programs and services. A sponsor may take advantage of the opportunities to network and meet philanthropists and top financial, estate planning and accounting professionals throughout Central and West coast
- [TOP / Goldman Sachs Event in Naples 2023](https://topjewishfoundation.org/goldmansachsevent-naples/)
- [Jewish Future Pledge](https://topjewishfoundation.org/jewishfuturepledge/) - TOP is proud to partner with Jewish Future Pledge, a worldwide movement working to ensure that vibrant Jewish life continues for generations to come. No matter your age or your net worth, the Jewish Future Pledge is for you. It calls on all Jews to commit that from the charity they leave at their passing,
- [Event Registration](https://topjewishfoundation.org/top-goldman-sachs-event/)
- [Past Trustee Luncheon Registration](https://topjewishfoundation.org/past-trustee-luncheon-registration/)
- [Daniel Levin Charitable Memorial Fund](https://topjewishfoundation.org/daniel-levin-memorial/) - Thank you for supporting the Daniel Levin Charitable Memorial Fund, in memory of Daniel Levin of blessed memory. By all accounts, Daniel had many passions, from his involvement in the fire department to his volunteer board roles on multiple Jewish day schools. He was also passionate about his family, his work, his community and a
- [TampaBay-Job-Links Managed Fund](https://topjewishfoundation.org/tampabay-job-links/) - TampaBay-Job-Links The Need Since 2010, TBJL has been a supportive community where people gain relevant jobsearch and career transition skills, helping them find employment to sustain themselves and their families. Professional career coaches work with clients 1:1 and in workshops to guide them through the job-search process. Our approach is holistic and high touch as
- [David P. Levin Memorial Fund](https://topjewishfoundation.org/david-p-levin-memorial-fund/) - David P. Levin Memorial Fund Thank you for supporting the David P. Levin Memorial Fund, in memory of David Levin of blessed memory. Through this Fund, we can remember David and perpetuate the ideals most dear to him. David's family will be notified of all donations. To pay via check: please make check out to:
- [Family Philanthropy](https://topjewishfoundation.org/family-philanthropy/) - TOP's Family Philanthropy Program is designed to help navigate your philanthropic journey in a positive and thoughtful way. Working together with TOP's philanthropic consultants, we hope to enhance your family's shared giving experience and increase its impact on society. TOP has partnered with The Philanthropic Initiative (TPI) to develop a Family Philanthropy Program designed to
- [TOP Donor Portal](https://topjewishfoundation.org/portal/) - Existing TOP fund holder? Log in to TOP Donor Portal here View Fund Activity & Balance Using TOP Donor Portal allows you anytime access to the most updated information on your fund's balance, recent contributions and grant activity. Recommend distributions TOP Donor Portal offers you the ability to make distribution recommendations via a short online
- [Planned Giving](https://topjewishfoundation.org/planned-giving/) - Want to learn how to support your community in a meaningful way? Click Here to visit our Planned Giving website
- [Paula S. Zielonka Tampa Jewish Family Service Food Bank Fund](https://topjewishfoundation.org/zielonka-food-bank-fund/) - Paula S. Zielonka Tampa Jewish Family Service Food Bank Fund Thank you for supporting the Paula S. Zielonka Tampa Jewish Family Service Food Bank Fund. In lieu of meals provided to the family, donations to this fund will support people in the community in need. Paula and Carl appreciate your support during this difficult time.
- [Thank you for registering](https://topjewishfoundation.org/ty/) - Thank you for registering. An email will be sent to you with all the login details.
- [Online Donations](https://topjewishfoundation.org/credit-card-donations/)
- [Portfolio](https://topjewishfoundation.org/portfolio/) - Product / Service Categories Project Name Tampa Orlando Pinellas (TOP) Jewish Foundation, Inc. is a partnership of the Jewish Federations in these three communities. Our Lay Leadership Jeff Herman, Pinellas, President Craig Polejes, Orlando, Treasurer Bill Kalish, Tampa, Secretary Al Schiff, Tampa, Vice President Investments Rachel Gebaide, Orlando, Vice President Legal
- [Tools](https://topjewishfoundation.org/tools/) - New Donor Advised Fund Worksheet_DAF
- [Forms](https://topjewishfoundation.org/forms-2/) - This page is currently under construction. Our apologies for the inconvenience.
- [Gallery](https://topjewishfoundation.org/gallery/)

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