Levine is being honored for his dedication to advancing human rights to combat prejudice, hatred and indifference and his strong commitment to education.
The Dallas Holocaust Museum/Center for Education and Tolerance will honor Nate Levine, an advocate for education and advancing human rights, at its annual Hope for Humanity Dinner on Wednesday, Oct. 26 at the Fairmont Dallas. The Hope for Humanity Dinner is the primary annual fundraising event of the Museum.
Mr. Levine, philanthropist, volunteer and business person, has a longstanding history with the Museum and currently serves on its Board of Directors. For nearly 45 years, he and his wife Ann Levine have shared their time, talent and spirit with the city of Dallas. A few highlights of their commitment to community causes include their deep involvement with the Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas, an endowed chair for Jewish studies at Southern Methodist University, and providing major funding for the Ann and Nate Levine Academy, Congregation Shearith Israel, and the creation of the new Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum.
"The Dallas Holocaust Museum is honored to present this year's Hope for Humanity Award to Nate Levine," said Mary Pat Higgins, president and CEO of the Dallas Holocaust Museum. "Nate’s outstanding commitment to education and philanthropy make him incredibly deserving of this award. We’re extremely thankful for his generous support over the years to further the Museum’s mission of advancing human rights to combat prejudice, hatred and indifference.”
“Nate has been a driving force for improving education in Dallas,” said Mark Kreditor and A.J. Rosmarin, Hope for Humanity Dinner Co-Chairs. “We have known Nate for many years and have been honored to witness Nate and Ann’s success in promoting tolerance and ensuring Dallas’ leaders of tomorrowunderstand the importance of the past.”
Former recipients of the Hope for Humanity Award include: Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings, Roger Staubach, former quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys, Frank Risch, former vice president and treasurer of Exxon Mobil Corp., Stanley Rabin, former chairman of Commercial Metals Company, and Don Glendenning, co-chair of Locke Lord’s Corporate and Transactional Department.
Proceeds from the dinner fund the Museum’s exhibits, student programs, educator conferences and other community services events.
Donors include Loren and Steven Levine, Jolie and Michael Newman, Abbe Sue and Daniel Witheiler, Barbara and Stan Rabin, Lisa and Neil Goldberg/Sherry and Kenny Goldberg Families, Ann and Nate Levine, Janet and Jeffrey Beck, Joe and Marshall Funk Families, IMA | Waldman, Rosalyn G. Rosenthal, Schultz and Romaner Families, Alice and Jim Skinner, and Southern Glazer's.
The evening begins with a reception at 6 p.m., followed by dinner at 7 p.m. Complimentary valet is available upon arrival. For information about tickets and sponsorships, please call (469) 399-5202 or email Events@DallasHolocaustMuseum.
About the Dallas Holocaust Museum/Center for Education and Tolerance
The Dallas Holocaust Museum’s mission is to teach the history of the Holocaust and advance human rights to combat prejudice, hatred and indifference. The Museum’s education programs have had a profound effect on people of all ages. In 2015, almost 80,000 visitors toured the Museum and many have written, emailed or posted notes that their lives have been transformed by the experience. Through its exhibits and programs, visitors learn about the discrimination, deep-rooted hatred and the attempted annihilation of the Jews and the systematic persecution of others. The Museum is located at 211 N. Record Street, Dallas, Texas 75202. Hours are Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. andSaturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, please visit dallasholocaustmuseum.org or call (214) 741-7500.
