Dina and Jonathan Leader

2024 Manhattan Jewish Hall of Fame Inductee

Biography

Dina and Jonathan Leader are dedicated to making a positive impact on the Jewish world, guided by their belief in Klal Yisroel, the unity of all Jews.

Dina actively supports various Jewish organizations, ranging from supporting Russian-Jewish families affected by 9/11 to collaborating with young Israeli-Americans. Jonathan, with a financial background, now focuses his philanthropy

in the U.S. on programs for Jewish students and professionals.

The Leaders' commitment is exemplified by the establishment of the Leader Family Scholarship Awards for Jewish students at Yale University and the Hillels of the City University of New York, where they recently made a naming gift to the Baruch College Hillel. 

Since October 7th, the Leaders have expanded their support in Israel, particularly for soldiers and children with PTSD, earning recognition from the Family Nest in Ashkelon, a social service organization that assists the most vulnerable members of society. 

The Leaders’ mission is to leave a legacy of kindness, generosity, and support for the Jewish community, inspired by their recent trip to Israel that reinforced their belief in Jewish unity. They support over 30 organizations worldwide.

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