Lifetime Giving Society

Theresa Esman established SATEF in 2008 after the passing of her beloved husband of almost fifty years, Saul. The Foundation was created to focus on local South Florida charities that support research or treat diseases that are rare and/or underfunded. 

Saul was a man of tremendous character, perseverance, hard work and an entrepreneurial spirit. Together the Esman's built an extremely successful sporting goods business in Pittsburg, PA before selling the business in 1979 and retiring in Miami, FL. Theresa Esman, at 93 years old residing in Bal Harbour remained an integral part of the charitable giving and told people "My husband wanted the benefits of his hard work to help people. We fund research that will be good for mankind long after I'm gone." Mrs. Theresa Esman passed away on March 17, 2017 and today the Foundation continues to fulfill her wishes.

Murray Levin, Chairman of the Board and President of the Foundation was a close personal friend of Saul and Theresa Esman. He is passionate about the organizations they support and is very hands on with the supported programs where possible. Mr. Levin feels that it is imperative to raise awareness of all the rare diseases and that education is critical to the progression towards prevention, maintenance and/or a cure. As a former World Champion weightlifter, 20 yr PAN American President, 13 yr US Weightlifting President, founder of women's weightlifting 30 years ago and a World War II Veteran he knows a thing or two about getting things done - that is why his nickname is "Hurry Murray!"

Mr. Levin, Katie Boeck - VP of Charitable & Corporate Communications and Steven Levin- VP/Secretary, meet several times a year with the charity executives in order to stay on top of the successes and lend a hand throughout the challenges they may encounter throughout their funding period. FORCE greatly appreciates the continued support of the Saul & Theresa Esman Foundation.