{"id":122945,"date":"2025-08-01T17:05:38","date_gmt":"2025-08-01T15:05:38","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.reunion68.se\/?p=122945"},"modified":"2025-08-01T10:30:18","modified_gmt":"2025-08-01T08:30:18","slug":"01-05-108","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.reunion68.se\/?p=122945","title":{"rendered":"Todd Patkin, Author of ‘Finding Happiness’, Invests $5 Million in World Zionist Village"},"content":{"rendered":"
\"\"<\/a>Todd Patkin, Author of ‘Finding Happiness’, Invests $5 Million in World Zionist Village<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n

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Jewish National Fund-USA Announces $5M Contribution to New Zionist Campus from Philanthropist Todd Patkin.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n

A view of the Patkin Pathway at the planned World Zionist Village \/ (photo credit: JNF-USA)<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

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Prominent Massachusetts philanthropist and author of\u00a0Finding Happiness<\/em>, Todd Patkin, has announced a transformative $5 million philanthropic investment in the\u00a0World Zionist Village<\/a>, a planned 16-acre campus that will become the first global hub for Zionists everywhere.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The $350 million World Zionist Village, to be located in Be\u2019er Sheva, the heart of Israel\u2019s South, will feature state-of-the-art centers for Zionist education, leadership training, dialogue, and community-building. Patkin\u2019s generous contribution will expand the Village\u2019s reach, fund innovative programming, and empower the next generation of Zionist leaders.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/section>\n

Todd Patkin inspects the World Zionist Village (Credit: JNF-USA)<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

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\u201cI have always believed that happiness and hope are deeply interconnected,\u201d said Patkin. \u201cThe World Zionist Village represents an extraordinary opportunity to bring people together in celebration of our shared heritage, working together toward a future filled with promise for Zionism and the Jewish people.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/section>\n

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Patkin, who grew up in Needham, Massachusetts, graduated from Tufts University before spending nearly two decades successfully growing his family\u2019s business. Following the company’s acquisition by Advance Auto Parts in 2005, he shifted his focus to his true passions: philanthropy, family, community, and helping others find greater happiness. His bestselling book,\u00a0Finding Happiness<\/em>, shares his insights and life lessons, inspiring readers worldwide to live with more purpose, joy, and resilience.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/section>\n
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\u201cTodd\u2019s vision and generosity are nothing short of inspiring,\u201d said Russell F. Robinson, CEO of\u00a0Jewish National Fund-USA<\/a>. \u201cHe\u2019s not just a supporter\u2014he\u2019s a catalyst for change. His spark has ignited the imaginations of millions around the world. Todd understands our vision and plays a vital role in bringing it to life. The Patkin Pathway, bearing his name at the entrance of the Village, will stand as a welcoming gateway for the global community\u2014a pathway to the world.\u201d\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/section>\n
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Patkin\u2019s major philanthropic investment in the Village reflects his deep-rooted commitment to Jewish values, community empowerment, and the enduring dream of a vibrant future for the land and people of Israel.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/section>\n
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During a recent visit, Patkin met with Robinson along with Ira Green, CEO of the World Zionist Village; and Boaz Meir, the Village\u2019s International Development Director. Together, they reviewed the architectural master plan and development vision created by HQ Architects. The group also met with the Mayor of Be\u2019er Sheva, Ruvik Danilovich, who expressed enthusiastic support for the Village and shared his belief in its potential to positively impact the city\u2019s ecosystem and its global significance.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/section>\n
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\u201cThis village will transform how people perceive Be\u2019er Sheva, the capital of the Negev,\u201d said Mayor Danilovich. \u201cThe village carries a vital mission: to attract young people from across the globe to this historic city. How fitting that it will rise in Be\u2019er Sheva, the city of our forefather Abraham, where our shared destiny began. A strong Negev means a strong Israel. Through your vision, motivation, and leadership, you’re strengthening both the Negev and Israel itself.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/section>\n
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>> For more information, visit<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0worldzionistvillage.org\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/a>\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/section>\n
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The\u00a0World Zionist Village (WZV)<\/a>\u00a0is a visionary initiative by\u00a0Jewish National Fund-USA<\/a>. It is designed as a 16-acre educational and cultural hub in Be\u2019er Sheva, Israel. It aims to become the premier global center for Zionist engagement and dialogue, uniting individuals of all backgrounds, faiths, and nationalities to pursue shared learning, leadership, and understanding.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/section>\n<\/section>\n<\/section>\n<\/article>\n

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Todd Patkin, Author of ‘Finding Happiness’, Invests $5 Million in World Zionist Village JERUSALEM POST STAFF Jewish National Fund-USA Announces $5M Contribution to New Zionist Campus from Philanthropist Todd Patkin. A view of the Patkin Pathway at the planned World Zionist Village \/ (photo credit: JNF-USA) Prominent Massachusetts philanthropist and author of\u00a0Finding Happiness, Todd Patkin, […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[6],"tags":[26,24],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.reunion68.se\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/122945"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.reunion68.se\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.reunion68.se\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.reunion68.se\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.reunion68.se\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=122945"}],"version-history":[{"count":7,"href":"https:\/\/www.reunion68.se\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/122945\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":122968,"href":"https:\/\/www.reunion68.se\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/122945\/revisions\/122968"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.reunion68.se\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=122945"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.reunion68.se\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=122945"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.reunion68.se\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=122945"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}