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Overview

Schechter Spark is FREE to attend (suggested minimum donation of $180).

Schechter Spark, our signature annual fundraiser, unites our vibrant community across the Pacific Northwest. This special event celebrates the highlights of the past year, unveils exciting plans for the future, and honors the remarkable families whose generational leadership has shaped the heart of Camp Solomon Schechter.

Join us as we raise critical funds to ensure camp continues to inspire and thrive for years to come. Reconnect with old friends, make new connections, and enjoy delicious food, craft cocktails, and the timeless magic of camp.

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Honorees

At Schechter Spark, we are thrilled to honor families who embody the heart and soul of our Camp Solomon Schechter community. These incredible individuals exemplify the spirit of L’dor V’dor – from generation to generation – demonstrating a deep, lasting connection to camp that transcends time.

Through their unwavering support and love for camp, they’ve built a legacy of shared memories, transformative experiences, and enduring friendships. Their commitment has helped create a place where campers of all ages can grow, thrive, and discover their Jewish identity in a vibrant, supportive environment.

We can’t wait to celebrate these families who light the way for future generations and keep the magic of camp alive for all. Let’s honor their contributions together!

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Atkins Family

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Schiller Family

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Siegel Family

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Locations

Schechter Spark 2025 will be held simultaneously in Portland, Seattle, and British Columbia.

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Portland

4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Ecotrust Irving Street Studio

Portland Chair

Todd Bedrick

Portland Planning Committee

Mark Abolofia
Meredith Bedrick Kranda
Hailey Bernstein
Yael Garcia
Josh Lake
Naomi Leavitt
Geri Luxenberg
Susan Rosenbloom
Alex & Manda Rosenbloom

Portland Advisory Committee

Carolyn Gorin & Sam Gottlieb
Mark Kalenscher
Ben O’Glasser

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Seattle

4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at The Collective

Seattle Co-Chairs

Michaela Covner
Lisa & Warren Fein

Seattle Planning Committee

David Bayley
Joe Blumenzweig & Jennifer Fisch
Sam Fein
Jane Rosenstein
Aaron Strauss
Karen Twain

Seattle Advisory Committee

Josh Altow
Marilyn Corets
Nancy & Paul Etsekson
Andrea Gamoran
Carol & Allen Gown
Lisa & Bob Low
Wendy Rosen
Bob & Cindy Strauss

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British Columbia

4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Tap and Barrel Bridges

British Columbia Co-Chairs

Neal Chark
Stephen Gaerber

British Columbia Planning Committee

Kyle Berger
Dan Brown
Elaina Coblin
Dana Ross
Rabbi Susan Tendler

British Columbia Advisory Committee

Sheldon Franken
Carolyn Gavsie

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Sponsorship

Make a lasting impact by sponsoring Schechter Spark 2025 and ensuring that every child can experience the magic of camp. Your sponsorship helps cover event costs so that we can use every donation to directly support our campers and their families.

We believe camp should be a place where all children, regardless of financial circumstances, can grow, connect, and thrive. By becoming a sponsor, you make this vision a reality – helping families send their children to camp and enriching our community with diverse voices and experiences.

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Matchmakers

All donations $180 or more and all donations from new donors will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $218,000!

Audrey Covner & Dianne Dougherty

Trea & Benjamin Diament

Nadine Gartner & Ben Olds

Jay Holzman and Becky & Lee Holzman

Gene (z’l) & Gerry Huppin

Leslie & Murray Huppin

Mary-Lynne Reiner and the Reiner Family Foundation

Double your impact – make a gift today on our website.

Individual Donors

Oak Level ($25,000+)

Carl & Joann Bianco | Harold Grinspoon Foundation | Powell Family Foundation, Nancy E. Powell Division | Ronald S. Roadburg Foundation | Samis Foundation | Claire & Meir Stampfer

Maple Level ($10,000+)

Anonymous | Bayley Family Foundation | Foundation for Jewish Camp | Peggy & Bruce Gladner | Carol & Allen Gown | The Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle | Susan & Brad Lehrer | Sharon & Marty Lott | Maya Newman & Ben Mahdavi | The Schiller Family | Jonathan Schwartz | The Siegel Family | Marla & Robert Weiner | Marcie & Terry Wirth

Cedar Level ($5,400+)

Polly & Robert Amkraut | Barbara Atlas & Brian Suher | The Azose Family | Deborah Duitch | Melissa & Matt Korch | Donna & Robert Peha | Elaine & Alan Peizer | Briana & Jeff Roberts | Janice & Mike Shainsky | Cindy & Bob Strauss | Lindsay & Nathan von Colditz

Fir Level ($3,600+)

Joelle & Loren Alhadeff | Hailey & Evan Bernstein | Trudi & David Bloom | Lisa & Marv Brashem | Melissa & Zane Brown | Eva Corets & Josh Beloff | Lisa & Warren Fein | Sarah & Jonathan Glass | Rob & Natasha Greyber | Jewish Federation of Greater Vancouver | Lisa & Bob Low | Jennifer & Scott Morris | Naomi & Jon Newman | Avital & Ben O’Glasser | Elysa & Jeff Piha | Iantha & Stan Sidell | Hally & David Wax

Birch Level ($1,800+)

Naomi & Josh Alhadeff | Lisa & Andrew Altow | Marci & Riley Atkins | Bruce and Jonathan Coleman and Families | Marilyn Corets & Adam Mihlstin | Anna Davis & Scott Weinrobe | Dayhu Family Foundation | Rachel Dobrow-Stone & Scott Stone | Jessica & Zach Duitch | Lore Filgueira & Andy Kaplowitz | Rozelle & Richard Gilman | Dr. Samuel Gottlieb & Carolyn Gorin | Melissa & Tim Hirschberg | Steven & Wendy Kahn | Jennifer & Mark Kalenscher | Shay (Shy) & Mickey Keil | Doris & Jim Kelly | Amber & Aaron Kleiner | Ari Lackman | Jackie & Harold Lesch | Wendi & Sandy Menashe | Jef Nobbe | Judy & Nissim Neuman | Sandy & Harvey Platt | Susan & Rick Rosenbloom | Saskia & Gordon Schaeffer | Wendy & Steve Shain | Amee & Michael Sherer | Joy & David Stiefel | Jerry & Helen Stern Grandchildren’s Fund of the OJCF | Tacoma Jewish Community Fund | Sarah Tobis

Schechter Spark, our signature annual fundraiser, brings together our vibrant community in Portland, Seattle, and British Columbia. Join us as we reflect on the highlights of the past year, share exciting plans for the future, and honor the incredible individuals whose dedication has shaped the heart of Camp Solomon Schechter. Reconnect with old friends, make new connections, and enjoy an evening filled with delicious food, craft cocktails, and the enduring magic of camp.

Schechter Spark will be held simultaneously on Sunday, May 4 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM in Portland (at Ecotrust Irving Street Studio), Seattle (at The Collective), and British Columbia (at Tap and Barrel Bridges).

Schechter Spark is free to attend, with a suggested donation of $180.

All three venues will feature a variety of vegetarian happy hour hors d’oeuvres and beverages, with kosher options available.

Schechter Spark is designed for adults and young alumni. While there is no specific age limit, we encourage you to leave your campers at home for the evening.



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