Abbie B. Chapnick

Abbie B. Chapnick is an author and a dedicated community leader, whose life has been deeply rooted in Jewish faith and service. Growing up in Laurelton, New York, Abbie was immersed in a vibrant Jewish community, where five temples dotted her neighborhood. Her upbringing in a middle-class, Conservative Jewish home centered around strong traditions: attending temple every Shabbat, maintaining a kosher household, and receiving a comprehensive Jewish day school education. This foundation was further strengthened during high school when she participated in the rigorous Prozdor program at the Jewish Theological Seminary of New York, solidifying Judaism as the heart of her family life, complete with cherished memories of summer camps and youth groups.

Beyond her spiritual pursuits, Abbie brings a wealth of professional experience, highlighted by her role as a professional Community Association Manager. Her career reflects a strong blend of leadership, strategic planning, and community engagement. Notably, she successfully secured Federal Grants from Homeland Security totaling $245,000 for her Boynton Beach synagogue, a testament to her exceptional ability to foster successfully embark the unknown while  supporting community initiatives. 

In 2003, Abbie married and, in turn, established a Jewish home for her own family, ensuring her children also benefited from a Jewish day school education. Her local synagogue has since become a central pillar of her family's life, and she remains actively involved in both her temple and local Chabad initiatives.  This deep-seated commitment to her faith and community also led her to travel to Israel with Momentum, and two years later, she brought her entire family to experience the rich heritage of the land. 

Abbie’s commitment  to her faith and community found expression in her limited-edition book, 'Lights Camera Action.' This work explores the concept of daily life as a television show, where one considers what viewers (or, in line with Jewish theology, a higher power) would observe and perceive. The book's theme profoundly aligns with the Jewish principle of being accountable to a higher authority, reflecting Abbie’s unique ability to weave timeless spiritual concepts into modern contexts.