Submission #28290 by Anshe Emet Men'S Club - Chicago, IL (608)
2023
I have read the 2023 Torch Awards Program Guidelines.
Steak and Shots
Fundraising
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Annual event drawing 75-80 attendees (after pandemic hiatus in 2020), we provide a steak and potatoes BBQ dinner in the Sukkah along with a master Scotchologist to lead a tasting of fine Scotch and/or Bourbon. We have an honoree each year who also designates the beneficiary charity for the bulk of our profits. For this event, our honoree was a past Men's Club President and Man of the Year, Neil Schwartz, and he designated Wilderness Torah as the charity. We also have our annual installation of club officers at this event, which is a great opportunity to introduce our leadership to the broader synagogue community.
This was the perfect program coming out of the pandemic in Sept 2021, being an outdoor event in the Sukkah and honoring one of much deserving club and shul leaders, Neil Schwartz. Our grill master pulled off the Kosher steak dinner for 80 people (plus staff) without a hitch, and Monique Huston, our guest Scotch expert (back by popular demand), led a highly acclaimed tasting. Neil designated Wilderness Torah to receive most of the profits from the event which turned out to be ~$500: "Wilderness Torah promotes healing, belonging, and resilience. We awaken and celebrate earth-based Jewish traditions through inclusive and intergenerational village-building. Our innovative community-building and education programs create transformative experiences for participants. We welcome folks from across the country and internationally to join our retreats, festivals, and online programs."
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Original Program