Lillian & Jon Pinkus

The Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas Partnership 2gether

Lillian and Jon Pinkus have been active members of the Jewish community for decades. In fact, both of their children, Jared and Aaron Pinkus, attended Solomon Schechter (today Levine Academy), from preschool on.  Today, Jared is married to Samantha.  They live in Chicago and have a darling 7-month-old baby boy Jake.  Aaron is married to Pamela.  They have two adorable daughters.  Tara who attends the Levine Academy preschool, and Chandler who will turn one shortly!

Lillian and Jon’s connection to Israel started early in their married life.  In fact, they honeymooned in Israel.  Lillian and Jon spent a number of years as speakers to adult education groups in both Methodist and Presbyterian Churches. They spoke about the history of Israel and the importance of a strong U.S.-Israel relationship.  In early 2000 Lillian and Jon became active in AIPAC.  Lillian went on to become the Dallas AIPAC Chair and a leader of pro-Israel politics in Dallas. In 2011 Lillian was invited to join the National AIPAC Board of Directors.  In 2016 Lillian was selected as the National President of AIPAC.  Both Lillian and Jon have traveled to Israel numerous times with AIPAC.  They have met with Prime Minister Netanyahu as well as with a vast array of Israeli political, military and thought leaders.  They have traveled to Israel with scores of freshman members of Congress introducing them to the country and educating them on the importance of the U.S.-Israel relationship. They are Pacesetter supporters of the Jewish Federation and are great supporters of our parternship 2gether program. 

Jon Pinkus is President of Nortex Wholesale Nursery, Inc. and North Haven Gardens. North Haven Gardens is a retail nursery that was started by Ralph and Muriel Pinkus in 1951.  Jon went to work at North Haven Gardens in his early teen years.  He has led the growth of the Company as President since 1992. Most recently, North Haven Gardens has opened a Café at the nursery.  The Café has received five star reviews! 

Jon also started Nortex Wholesale Nursery, a growing operation in Wylie, TX.  Today, Nortex is owned and operated by Aaron Pinkus who is leading the family business into the future.