Our annual Pillar of Excellence Award is presented to a member of our community, living or deceased, who has made a significant difference to the MJCC and the Jewish community. This year, we recognize Arlene Schnitzer (z”l). Her generosity to numerous Jewish organizations in our community will ensure vibrant Jewish communal life in Portland for generations to come, and is an incredible legacy for her to leave. In particular, the Mittleman Jewish Community Center and Portland Jewish Academy, both located on the Schnitzer Family Campus, have benefited greatly from Arlene’s passionate support, as well as that of her late husband, Harold, and her son, Jordan. Arlene’s long-standing support of the MJCC allowed it to grow and thrive as the “living room” of Portland’s Jewish community, serving the Portland community through its health and wellness, recreational, and cultural arts programs, among others. Arlene’s remarkable support of the arts extended to countless organizations throughout Portland and beyond.

The Oregon Jewish Sports Hall of Fame was established in 2012 to honor Jewish men and women who have accomplished extraordinary achievements in sports and have a deep connection to the State of Oregon. The goal is to inspire and educate the Jewish community, and the community at large, that sports play a major role in our culture. To nominate someone, or view the Oregon Jewish Sports Hall of Fame inductees, please go to: oregonjcc.org/halloffame. Nominations are rolling but are requested by April 15.

According to Josh Frankel, a member of the Glickman Scholar/Oregon Jewish Sports Hall of Fame Committee, “The Harry Glickman Award is changing its focus this year to honor high school community heroes. The lack of high school sports in 2020 certainly played a role in this decision. With the unbelievable amount of negative news in 2020, we wanted to highlight the high schoolers who are bringing light to our world. The kids who are busy doing good. The kids who, despite the challenges of 2020, continue to thrive and practice Tikkun Olam. We fully intend to award the Harry Glickman Scholar Athlete for 2021 - 22 as we continue to honor the legacy of Mr. Glickman.” 

Boxed meals are available for $43 each. Each meal comes with an Arugula Quinoa Salad and a slice of Chocolate Cake​​​. 

• Slow Cooked Brisket, Potato Kugel, Veggies ($43)
• Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Veggies ($43)
• Salmon Cakes & Caper Dill Aioli, Mashed Potatoes, Veggies ($43)
• Lentil Stuffed Portobello Mushroom, Potato Kugel, Veggies ($43)

Go to the RSVP form and select "Yes" on the Meal option question to see and purchase your meal(s). Meals must be purchased by Friday, May 7. Meals can be picked up at the MJCC. Additional pick up information will be available on our website soon.