Jacob Penzer, a Florida Atlantic University, Phi Alpha Class of 2018 passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2024, he was 29 years old. Jacob was one of those people who left a lasting impression on anyone he met. Jacob was larger than life, and whenever he entered a room, he became the focal point. The Brothers of Phi Alpha remember him warmly for his friendship and devotion to the whole brotherhood and national fraternity. He was a great mensch, with a big heart and a genuine desire to give back to the Jewish community and the State of Israel.
In Lieu of Flowers
The FAU alumni brothers have established a private donation intended to provide perpetual funding for future Jewish activities on the campus in remembrance of Jacob and to continue his passions. Initiatives aimed at advancing Israel advocacy, Jewish life, and Holocaust education will be supported by these awards.
Assist us in launching the “Jacob Penzer Memorial Grant for Jewish Life on Campus.” Please send an email to [email protected] to get in touch with the AEPi Foundation if you would like to make a multiyear donation. By making a tax-deductible gift, you can guarantee that Jacob’s giving back legacy endures, promoting a thriving Jewish community and teaching next generations for years to come.
