For Boca Raton resident David Peskind, attending his synagogue’s Yom Hashoa commemoration was more than a reflection of what was. It also helped him focus on a serious issue happening today: the genocide in Darfur. Peskind left the touching ceremony at Congregation B’Nai Torah in Boca Raton with a plan to take action.

“The service was moving, as always,” said Peskind. ”As I was leaving, though, I noticed that there really weren’t very many kids in attendance. Jews say ‘never again’ when we talk of the Holocaust, and I feel that goes for everyone all over the world. I had to take some action, and I thought of using basketball – something fun — to draw kids in, educate them about what’s happening in Darfur and at the same time raise money to help the plight of the people there.”

Peskind’s brainchild, “Dribbles & Dreams for Darfur,” is seeking players of all ages for basketball tournament, to be held on Sunday August 30, 2009, from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. in the Phillips20Gymnasium at the Adolph & Rose Levis JCC in Boca Raton. Admission to the event is free and refreshments will be provided by Mootz’s Italian Ices.

Teams of players ages 12 and up (through adults/seniors) are encouraged to pre-register; the entry fee for each team is a suggested $10.00 per individual event, $100 donation for each team for the competition. 100% of the proceeds go to Dribbles & Dreams for Darfur, a non-profit charitable organization. Funds will be allocated and distributed to many accredited organizations including: SaveDarfur.org, Doctors Without Borders, Camp Darfur, and Save Darfur Coalition of South Palm Beach County.

Registration is ongoing, and open to all in the community who wish to participate in a fun-filled afternoon with a serious goal. The tournament will include slam-dunk, three-throw and three-point contests, skills challenges, a dribbling exhibition, and the “ultimate

3v3 challenge.” In addition, the event will feature a silent auction, Miami Heat tickets, and more! This exciting afternoon is action-packed and fun with a cause:  the overall goal is to bring attention to the plight of the people in Darfur and raise funds for food, medicine, clothing, and other essentials.

Help make this a “slam dunk” event, register individuals or t eams today! Donations in support of Darfur can me made directly to Dribbles & Dreams for Darfur, Inc., (c/o) David Peskind, 101 Plaza Real South, Suite #711, Boca Raton, FL  33432, or by making a deposit at any Wachovia Bank branch (mark checks “For Deposit Only” payable to Dribbles & Dreams for Darfur, Inc. [tax exempt status pending] a 5033c Corporation). For more information, to make a donation, or to register, call David at (561) 212-0705 or email Smachapunim@aol.com.

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