Our Wise Events team outdid itself again this year with stunning event design, lighting up our award-winning Katz Family Pavilion for an amazing Wise Gala 2023. Together, over 350 community members celebrated our honorees Janine and Rick Kolodny, our Midor L’dor Award recipients Sussan Shore and Alex Fixmer, and our Emerging Leaders Award recipients Jessica and Robin Hanasab.

Attendees enjoyed delicious passed appetizers (including mini-latkes!), a sushi bar, dinner, drinks, dancing, and a silent auction, all to benefit Stephen Wise Temple and Schools.

The funds raised through our silent auction, ticket sales, sponsorships, and tribute ads will be used to provide a world-class experience in Jewish worship, community, and education for any family who seeks it. The donations made during our Fund-a-Need held at the gala will go specifically to support financial aid for students at our schools.

If you missed your chance to donate, click here.

The event would not have been possible without the hard work of co-chairs Karen and Sean Denvir, Carin and Glenn Freeman, Tiffany and Joubin Gabbay, Jodi and Rick Kirkbride, Debbee and Robert Schwartz, and Natalie and Michael Zarabi. Likewise, we recognize the tireless work and commitment of our staff and our working committee, who helped make Saturday an unforgettable evening.

Below, please find our digital tribute journal, and photos from the evening by SDK Photo & Design.