A large-scale Purim celebration at the KNA Shul of philanthropist Dr. Rich Roberts saw more than $250,000 distributed to over 2,000 individuals in what organizers described as the most efficient and well-run event to date.

Dr. Roberts tells TLS the evening marked a significant improvement from previous years, both in turnout and organization.

“This was by far the smoothest Purim we’ve ever had and the most people we’ve ever serviced on a single night,” Roberts said.

To handle the large crowds, organizers implemented a new system that kept groups organized before entering the Shul. Attendees gathered in a tent set up in the parking lot, where they celebrated with music and dancing while waiting their turn.

“The new system worked fantastically,” Roberts explained. “Groups waited in the parking lot under a tent where they were celebrating and dancing, and we made sure each envelope was clearly labeled with the lead collector’s name, number of people, and a phone number so nothing got jammed up.”

Entry into the Shul was carefully managed to prevent overcrowding. Roberts noted that Eli Hirsch coordinated with a police officer to control the flow of groups entering the house.

“They were letting groups in gradually so the process wouldn’t get jammed,” he said. “That enabled us to take care of more people than we’ve ever done before.”

In addition, a separate entrance was designated for individual collectors and visitors, ensuring that larger groups did not create bottlenecks.

“We had a different door for single collectors and visitors who just came to celebrate,” Roberts added. “That kept them away from the backlog of the groups.”

Roberts summed up the night as a major success, calling it “the best Purim we’ve ever had.”

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