Grandparents shape who
children become.
דור לדור
The stories you tell. The traditions you carry. The way you show up — at the school play, the Pesach seder, Friday morning in the sukkah. You are not background. You are the thread.
DOR L'DOR — THE SAM SCHOOL GRANDPARENT SOCIETY
Dor L'Dor means from generation to generation. That is exactly what this is about.
At the SAM School, we believe that if it's not in the hand, it's not in the mind. Children don't remember lessons. They remember experiences — baking challah, dancing on Simchat Torah, hearing you sing a niggun they'll carry for the rest of their lives.
Dor L'Dor is our grandparent community. All grandparents belong.
There are many ways to be part of Dor L'Dor. Here is how it works.
FREE & AUTOMATIC (No Action Needed)
Every SAM grandparent is automatically part of the Dor L'Dor Grandparent Community — no sign-up required, no gift necessary. Just show up, stay connected, and be part of what makes this school special.
As a community member, you are invited to our biannual Grandparent Summit and will receive our Dor L'Dor newsletter twice a year.
The Dor L'Dor
Grandparent Community
GIVING CIRCLE
The Dor L'Dor
Giving Circle
For grandparents who want to do more, the Dor L'Dor Giving Circle is your opportunity to become an active partner in funding the immersive Jewish experiences that make Judaism feel alive for your grandchildren.
Through simple monthly giving, your gift joins with others to support the hands-on learning, holiday celebrations, and meaningful moments that children carry with them for life.
All Giving Circle members receive their name on our Dor L'Dor Honor Scroll, a customized photo gift featuring their grandchild, and recognition at our biannual Grandparent Summit.
JOIN THE GIVING CIRCLE
Choose your level.
Give monthly. Make it last.
Monthly giving only — because consistency builds community.
DOR L'DOR FOUNDING MEMBERS
Our Dor L'Dor Founding Members
These are the grandparents who said yes first. Their generosity is already at work in your grandchildren's classrooms, celebrations, and memories.
Mr. & Mrs. David Cohen – Dr. & Mrs. Alan Levy – Mr. & Mrs. Robert Marcus – Mrs. Sandra Mizrahi – Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Safdie – Dr. & Mrs. Michael Tawil – Mr. & Mrs. Steven Beyda – Mrs. Gloria Harary – Mr. & Mrs. Richard Kassin
Dor L'Dor in Action
Moments funded by the Dor L'Dor Giving Circle — and the grandparents who made them possible.
Pesach Seder with Grandparents
Grandparent Day — 96th St Campus
Simchat Torah Celebration
Havdalah with Grandchildren
SAM Talks — Film Premiere
1st Grade Siddur Play
Dor L'Dor Soft Launch — Grandparent Evening
June TBD
Safra Synagogue, 63rd St | 7:30 PM
An intimate evening of Torah, conversation, and community. A panel discussion on grandparenting in the Jewish tradition, with Rabbis Farhi and Goldschmidt. Light refreshments. Zoom option available for out-of-town grandparents.
COMING UP
Upcoming Grandparent Events
Dor L'Dor members are the first to know. Here is what's coming up.
Dor L'Dor Grandparent Summit — Official Launch
Fall 2026
SAM School, 96th St | Date TBD
Our inaugural Dor L'Dor gathering. Inspiration, connection, and gratitude. Founding members recognized. All grandparents welcome.