Matthew C. Levin

Matt Levin joined the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County as President and CEO in 2012 with a powerful vision and commitment to building and strengthening their diverse Jewish community. His tenure has been marked by a wide array of successful initiatives designed to engage and connect local residents, leaders and organizations with an inclusive Federation that serves as a vibrant, effective hub for the Jewish community.

By developing innovative new partnerships and ensuring that the Federation is a strong, wise investment for the well-being of the community and the people today and into the future, the Federation’s Annual Campaign has turned around with yearly increases, and their Jacobson Jewish Community Foundation’s endowment is growing significantly. In addition, participation is growing rapidly at a widening array of activities from parlor meetings to large-scale community-wide events.

Matt’s tenure at the Federation has also been highlighted by the construction and opening of Sinai Residences of Boca Raton, a Continuing Care Retirement Community on a large north parcel of the 100-acre Federation campus. This most significant Federation building project since the original south campus will generate revenue for vital community concerns while also providing needed senior housing, and an expansion is in active planning.

Matt’s extensive advocacy experience has also further advanced the Federation’s efforts. Matt joined the Federation after 25 years with AIPAC, where he served most recently as Southeastern States Director and Florida Regional Director. At AIPAC, he had primary responsibility for expanding the area's major gifts program, including building its endowment. He also proved his expertise in strategic planning, leadership and community development, programming and legislative affairs.

A proud Florida native raised in Hollywood, Matt's parents were deeply involved in their synagogue, Federation and JCC. He got an early start in Jewish communal leadership with Florida Region and Gold Coast Council of AZA in high school. Matt resides in Broward County, where his two younger sons attend high school at David Posnack Jewish Day School. A Posnack graduate, Matt’s oldest son attends college in Gainesville.