Luncheon Leadership
Ellen Forrest
Co-Chair
Amy Garelick
Co-Chair
Emily Grabelsky
Co-Chair
Zelda Mason
Chair of Resource Development
Jennifer Lesser
Alpert Jewish Family Service Board Chair & President
Resilience, Runway & Retail
Luncheon
Strength. Belonging. Always In Style.
Where fashion meets purpose. Join us for an inspiring day of high fashion, curated boutique shopping, and celebration as we empower individuals with special needs to build lives of independence, dignity, and belonging.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2026
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Honoring Champions of Belonging
For their leadership, generosity, and commitment to creating a community where everyone belongs.
Jane Terker Perelman & Bruce Terker
For siblings Jane Terker Perelman and Bruce Terker, Alpert Jewish Family Services and Levine Jewish Residential & Family Services (JRFS) is more than an organization-it’s family. Their bond with Alpert JFS and JRFS began through their sister Beth, who has been a resident at the Levine Jewish Residential & Family Service Apartment Program in Palm Beach Gardens for almost 25 years. This program supports adults with mental illness and developmental disabilities, helping them lead fulfilling lives in a less restrictive environment.
Jane and Bruce made a generous endowment commitment of $1 million dollars in honor of their parents, and to support the operations of the newly opened Center for Belonging and Wellbeing. The Center embodies the exceptional care that Beth has received.
“You don’t always see the direct benefits of philanthropy, but in this case, we really do. We are seeing the difference it makes in real time”
– Jane
Jason Solodkin
A South Florida native, Jason Solodkin is a Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP®) professional and a recognized speaker within the community. You may recognize Jason’s voice from his earlier career as a national and local sports broadcaster who was a regular on the air covering the Miami Heat and Miami Hurricanes.
Driven by a desire to guide investors, manage risk, and help individuals build a secure financial future, Jason transitioned into the financial services industry in 2004. He joined FDR Group in 2008 and now works closely with clients to develop diversified investment portfolios, design life, health, and long-term care insurance plans, and implement comprehensive wealth management strategies.
Jason graduated Cum Laude from the University of Miami with a Bachelor of Science in Broadcast Journalism and Political Science. In his free time, Jason enjoys being with his family and actively participates in a variety of business and philanthropic organizations. His affiliations include the Greater Boca Raton Estate Planning Council, JFS, Congregation B’nai Israel, the Jewish Community Center of South Palm Beach County, and JAFCO.
Jason and his wife Lori are the proud parents of two children. Samantha is a sophomore at the University of Texas and Jordan is a 16-year old who attends the Boca School for Autism.
Resilience, Runway & Retail
Pop-up Boutiques
Step into an elegant and inspiring shopping experience at the inaugural Resilience, Runway & Retail Luncheon, where fashion, philanthropy, and community come together for a truly meaningful cause.
Guests will enjoy exclusive access to a collection of 20 curated pop-up boutiques featuring distinguished local retailers and specialty merchants. Designed to delight and inspire, the boutiques will showcase an exceptional selection of merchandise, including designer and fine jewelry, contemporary fashion, accessories, home décor, artisan gifts, specialty card and game collections, and one-of-a-kind treasures.
A percentage of proceeds from participating vendors will benefit Levine Jewish Residential & Family Services (JRFS) and Alpert Jewish Family Service (JFS), supporting innovative programs that empower individuals with special needs and their families through services that promote independence, connection, dignity, and well-being.
A highlight of the marketplace will be the Center for Belonging & Well-Being Artisan Collection, featuring handcrafted items created by talented residents and participants. Their work reflects creativity, determination, and the power of belonging, offering guests the opportunity to purchase meaningful pieces while celebrating the abilities and accomplishments of individuals with special needs.
About Jewish Residential & Family Services (JRFS)
The Jewish Residential & Family Services (JRFS) Center for Belonging and Well Being is much more than a day program or residential program. It is a community where individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities are empowered to live meaningful, fulfilling lives while building lasting relationships and discovering their greatest potential. Guided by our mission of supporting individuals with special needs and their families through programs that foster belonging, independence, and wellbeing, we create opportunities for personal growth, lifelong learning, wellness, employment, recreation, and community engagement.
At the Center for Belonging and Wellbeing, every individual is welcomed with dignity, respect, and compassion. We are a place where differences are celebrated, everyone belongs, and every person is valued for who they are. For many, this is a steppingstone toward greater independence. For others, it is a home away from home, an extended family, and a place where they know they are needed, wanted, appreciated, and genuinely missed when they are away. We strive to be a community free from stigma and prejudice, where individuals, families, staff, volunteers, and community partners come together to learn, grow, heal, and thrive together. Everyone is welcome, everyone has purpose, and everyone belongs.