Who she is: Weinberger is a champion for children and a rescuer of animals, an inexhaustible volunteer for half a dozen charities and foundations. But for Weinberger, it’s family first. She’s married to Eric, a business consultant, and they have two daughters: Riley, 6, and Zoie, 9.

Weinberger grew up in South Florida. She serves as vice president for Big Dog Ranch Rescue, a not-for-profit no-kill shelter in Wellington which has placed thousands of dogs in loving homes. She mentors children in crisis for Place of Hope, a Palm Beach County facility that provides a stable, faith-based atmosphere to heal. Weinberger is also a stalwart supporter of Be a Star, a children’s cancer charity, and Els for Autism, golfer Ernie Els Foundation, established in 2009 by Els and his wife, Liezl, to focus on the issue of autism. Her plate is full, but Weinberger says, “I’m very organized. I just have to do what I can do and be as efficient as I can.”

Weinberger is also an investor in FUKU, the new upscale Asian eatery at 215 Clematis St. The restaurant often hosts charitable events, taking its cue from the philanthropic Weinberger.

Weinberger lives in Palm Beach Gardens with 12 dogs, four cats and six horses, even though her husband is allergic.

“I’m a big believe that every day is a gift,” Weinberger said.

Here are some of her favorites:

Favorite breakfast joint?

I love the Hurricane Café.

The Hurricane Café, 14050 U.S. 1, Juno Beach. Info: (877) 775-2559

Favorite fine-dining restaurant?

The River House. I love the food. It’s always consistent. I love the green garlic goddess dressing. Also, Casa Mia in Jupiter. I love, love, love that restaurant. I love the gnocchi, made with part-skim ricotta cheese.

The River House, 2373 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens. Info: 561-694-1188; riverhhouserestaurant.com

Casa Mia Trattoria and Pizzeria, 337 E. Indiantown Road, Jupiter. Info: 561-972-6888; casamiajupiter.com

Favorite place for date night?

One of our very first dates was at Jetty’s and we love to go back because it has such a personal meaning.

Jetty’s, 1075 A1A, Jupiter. Info: 561-743-8166

Favorite place to take your kids for a fun outing?

We like Loggerhead Park, to walk and see the turtles. We save turtles too.

Loggerhead Park and the MarineLife Center, 14200 U.S. Highway One, Juno Beach. Info: 561-627-8280; marinelife.org

Favorite place to take out-of-town guests?

Big Dog Ranch! And Palm Beach to drive around. There’s no place like it.

Big Dog Ranch, 10948 Acme Road, Wellington. Info: 561-791-6465; 561-309-3311; bdrr.org

Favorite way to relax and recharge?

Sundays we do family day and don’t do anything if we can help it. Church and home. On a lazy Sunday, you’ll find us all on the couch, watching movies, or if we’re feeling ambitious, walking the dogs on the beach at the Jupiter/Juno Beach Dog Beach.

The Jupiter/Juno Beach Dog Beach, A1A at Marcinski Road, across from Ocean Cay Park, Jupiter. Includes 2 ½ miles along A1A from crossover #25 at the south end to #59 at the north end.Info: Jupiter.fl.us