Comedian Colin Quinn Performs at UJA's Westchester Celebration

More than 400 guests joined UJA-Federation of New York for its Westchester Annual Celebration to celebrate the organization’s work, honor committed leaders, and enjoy the comedy of actor and writer Colin Quinn. The event, which took place on Thursday, March 22, 2018 at the Capitol Theatre in Port Chester, honored longtime leaders Sarene Shanus and Harold Treiber of Mamaroneck and awarded UJA's first Westchester Young Leadership Award to Kate Eichel and Mauri Chotin Zemachson, both of Scarsdale.

UJA-Federation’s Westchester Regional Chair Cindy Golub of Mamaroneck reminded the gathering that “We’ve got a lot to toast tonight. Never has there been a more important time to act on the issues that matter. Fortunately, UJA provides us with a vehicle to make a difference — and to do so collectively.”

Eric S. Goldstein, UJA-Federation’s CEO, also spoke at the event, recognizing the organization’s launch of its second century building and supporting the community.

“We’re looking at what’s needed to keep our community strong, relevant, and engaging for future generations,” he said. “You don’t reach 100-plus years without constantly reflecting on what you can do better and embracing an innovative, forward-thinking mindset.”

Proceeds from this event benefit UJA-Federation, which sustains the activities of more than 80 core partners and hundreds of other nonprofit agencies, including 12 in Westchester, that provide services to combat poverty, help the elderly age with dignity, promote Jewish identity and renewal, strengthen children and families, and open doors to those with disabilities and special needs.

Event chairs were Lois Kohn-Claar and Gary Claar of Scarsdale, Dana Needleman of Scarsdale, Amy and Corey Shanus of Pleasantville, Allyson Simon of Scarsdale, and Sharon Smolkin of Scarsdale. Journal chairs included Scott Eichel of Scarsdale, Barbara and Barry Novick of Mamaroneck, and Scott Zemachson of Scarsdale.

About UJA-Federation of New York:

For over 100 years, UJA-Federation has inspired New Yorkers to act on their values and invest in our community for the biggest impact. Through UJA-Federation, more than 50,000 donors address issues that matter most to them, pooling their resources to care for Jews everywhere and New Yorkers of all backgrounds, respond to crises close to home and far away, and shape our Jewish future. Working with hundreds of nonprofit partners, synagogues, and other Jewish organizations, UJA-Federation is the world’s leading local philanthropy; our reach extends from New York to Israel to nearly 70 other countries around the world, touching 4.5 million people each year. For more information on how to donate or volunteer, please visit our website at www.ujafedny.org.

Photo Captions

Photo 1: UJA-Federation’s Westchester Regional Chair Cindy Golub of Mamaroneck (center) with (from left) Kate Eichel and Mauri Chotin Zemachson, both of Scarsdale, and Sarene Shanus and Harold Treiber of Mamaroneck.

Photo 2: Comedian, actor, and writer Colin Quinn

Photo 3: Neil and Wendy Sandler and Wayne Goldstein and Tara Slone-Goldstein, all of Mamaroneck.

Photo 4: UJA-Federation’s CEO Eric S. Goldstein (left) with Rikki and Barry Kaplan of Scarsdale