Susan Caller

Susan Caller

Susan L. Caller

Susan L. Caller Presented by The Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation

My story is different from most Miami Lions, as I am a resident of Lexington, Kentucky and Miami. From my first visit to Israel in 1972, I felt that I was home. We all question, as we should, how to best live our lives; there has never been any question for me as to the purpose of my being and my love of family, community and heritage. Eretz Yisrael had my heart from that first visit. The Miami connection came in 1974 from Federation’s first family mission, and our enduring friendship with the Lipoff family, who were also on that mission.

Susan Caller

After working for years to help build our Jewish community in Lexington by leading missions, reestablishing Women’s division, collecting and furnishing apartments, welcoming new Russian Jews who cried with joy and gratitude, visiting concentration camps, and loving my survivor cousin, Charlene Schiff, I became a very committed Federation Jewish woman. Thirty-five years ago I became very emotional at a parlor meeting and made a

significant pledge. My husband, Steve, refused to pay it and insisted that I earn it. Thus, began my own jewelry business known as Fourteen K. So, I was able to pay my own pledge and become a competent businesswoman. My customers knew that my profits would go to Federation, and it was a win-win. We only have 5 Lions in

Lexington, which leaves me in “awe” of Miami’s women and their success of L’dor V’dor, from generation to generation. As I attend most Federation events,

I am moved to tears by the younger generation’s shared values and determination to keep Israel safe and enduring. I sit on our Federation board in Lexington and continue to support our community while having the pleasure of participating in Miami’s vibrant Jewish community each winter. I “recharge” my batteries and try to infuse that spirit into my much smaller and less productive city. I feel blessed to have grown as a Jew and have gained far more than I have given. Endowing my Lion was VERY important to me and my two children, who were pleased by this decision, and they share my feelings for our Jewish state and their communities. Our venture as a Jewish family has been life changing, and keeps us bound closely together. To be alive during this time in history, as we have witnessed the birth and amazing Susan Caller with 2 of 7 grandchildren

accomplishments of the State of Israel, is truly an honor. May we go from Strength to Strength! We have a shared journey!

Caller Family

Temple Beth Am AND Rambam Day School

Presented by The Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation