Woman of Valor Award

Gail Rubel’s commitment to UJA-Federation began nearly 40 years ago, inspired by her father, Harvey L. Levine. When Gail and her husband, Richard, were starting their careers, her father suggested they begin donating to charity. When she asked which organization to support, he recommended UJA, noting that he and her mother had always contributed to UJA on the South Shore and in Palm Beach. True to form, Gail listened to her father.

Over the years, Gail’s support for UJA has evolved from honoring her father's wishes to developing a deep appreciation for the organization's impactful work. Gail has been a dedicated and influential member of the UJA community on the South Shore for many years. Her involvement spans leadership roles on both the South Shore Executive Committee and the South Shore Women’s Day Event Committee. Her presence at events and programs is a testament to her unwavering dedication to our community.

Beyond her support for UJA, Gail’s passion for community service has led to her serving on various planning committees, including the Five Towns Community Chest Tennis Tournaments and the Sweethearts Tennis Tournaments for JDF. She also co-chaired the Temple Beth El Golf Classic and Cards Day for many years. Additionally, she served as a Board Trustee for the Village of Hewlett Bay Park for a decade.

Currently, Gail volunteers with the Family and Children Association's Bill Payer program, assisting seniors in managing their finances. Her family also supports other local charities, among them Sunrise Day Camps, Rock and Wrap it Up, and The Marion and Aaron Gural JCC Senior Programs and Nancy R. Stern Center for Special Needs.

Gail and her family are members of The Seawane Club and Temple Beth El. Raised in Woodmere and Hewlett, she graduated from George W. Hewlett High School and then earned a degree in art history from The George Washington University and a law degree from Cardozo School of Law.

Gail is beyond blessed to be the wife of Richard, mother to Jaclyn and Lauren, and mother-in-law to Derek Cherney and Maxwell Seibald. And she is the luckiest to be "GG" to her five wonderful grandchildren: Devon, Taylor, Kyle, Cooper, and Nellie.

South Shore Inaugural

Tuesday, September 16, 2025

6:00 PM

place The Seawane Club, 1300 Club Drive, Hewlett Harbor, NY, 11972

The Seawane Club, 1300 Club Drive, Hewlett Harbor, NY, 11972