Susan Suid
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“Growing up in Atlanta in the ’60s and ’70s one could always find me either at the AJCC (Atlanta Jewish Community Center) or in the summers at Camp Coleman (UAHC) in Cleveland, Georgia. I enjoyed the sports and BBG and the Jewish community in a city that was not known at that time for having a lot of Jews. My parents made donations to both the AJCC and Camp Coleman. They wanted to ensure there would be a place for their kids to go and meet other Jewish kids and feel safe.
“I felt so proud to see our family name on a plaque by one of the doors when I walked by. We were not a very religious family, however, I did learn all the Jewish songs, prayers, and traditions through Camp Coleman. I made lifelong friendships at both the AJCC and Camp Coleman. Times change and South Florida in the 21st century is very different from Atlanta in the 1960s and ’70s! However, the seeds were sewn, and I felt the responsibility and need to do my part by donating not only today but by also leaving legacy gifts to the two places that mean the most to me and helped to shape my childhood.
“My kids attended and participated in activities at the David Posnack JCC, and they all went to Camp Coleman when they were younger. I want to help ensure the future of these beautiful places in hopes of having my grandkids also attend and make forever friends like I did. My kids feel the same pride that I once did when they walk through the DPJCC and see our family name by the racquetball courts. It is a reflection of our values to give back to help others, to connect with people, and be part of a greater community through educational, social, recreational, and cultural programs. We are proud to be members of the DPJCC and hope to stay involved for many years to come.”
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