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Dear Friends, On behalf of the Greensboro Jewish Federation, we want to express our gratitude for your support, trust and partnership this year. It has been filled with turmoil, trauma, transition and transformation. It has also been filled with love, joy, and care for each other. Our community has come together to mourn, to cry, to pray, to shout, to advocate, and to dance. We have celebrated departing leaders and embraced new leaders. We have grieved a tremendously painful loss, and we have spoken out about hate and demanded the safety and security of our children, our families, and our communal institutions. We have marched, rallied, and traveled to show our solidarity with our brothers and sisters in Israel and our strength as a Jewish community in Greensboro, in North Carolina, and around A Legacy of Leadership the world. This year has underscored the We want to take a critical importance of Federation’s work, in moment to thank Marilyn collaboration with beneficiary agencies and Forman Chandler for community partners. her leadership and We have done all of this together. We are so dedication to the grateful for your involvement and engagement Greensboro Jewish this year. Thank you for stepping up, for community for 36 years! leaning in, for digging deep, and for being She has truly paved the so generous – with your dollars, your time, way to a strong and and your hearts. We know that when you vibrant future, l’dor v’dor. take a few moments to reflect on all of the ways your support of Federation has made a difference, you will be so proud to be a part of this amazing Greensboro Jewish community and the Greensboro Jewish Federation. We have experienced and accomplished so much over the past year; it is truly incredible. We hope you enjoy reading about the power of our collective impact and how your investment has paid dividends in the form of a rich and thriving Jewish Greensboro. L’Shalom,
GLENDA BERNHARDT Chief Executive Officer Greensboro Jewish Federation
2023-2024 Greensboro Jewish Federation Impact Report
JOHN COHEN 2022-2024 President, Greensboro Jewish Federation
CONTENTS 02 inspiring tomorrow’s leaders opportunities and connections for the next generation 03 holocaust education know, understand, and never forget 04 cultural events celebrating Jewish life through love of Israel and love of learning
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06 Jewish Family Services providing programs and services for the well-being of our community 07 Jewish Foundation of Greensboro meaningful and impactful philanthropy
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08 advocating for safety and security amplifying Jewish voices to influence positive change 09 Israel connections building relationships between our community and Israel
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10 we stand with Israel responding to the horrific attacks of Oct. 7 12 global reach helping Jewish communities wherever they are
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13 annual campaign building, sustaining and strengthening our Jewish community 14 financial overview impact you can measure 16 honor roll donors and supporters who make the good work possible
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20 leadership board of trustees and professional staff 21 looking ahead together, we go forward
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tomorrow’s LEADERS
Overnight Jewish Summer Camp B’nai Shalom Day School Committed to the next generation of Jewish children in Greensboro, B’nai Shalom builds an inclusive environment that strengthens, engages, and inspires curiosity in students. The success of the 2024 annual campaign allowed us to allocate $245,000 to B’nai Shalom for 2024-25 distribution.
Jewish camp empowers children with a connection to their Jewish heritage. Ellen and Gary Fischer, and Phyllis and Steve Shavitz generously partner with the Federation to fund grants for families who require assistance with the cost of summer camp. • First-Year One Happy Camper Grant: 1 recipient received $875 • Second-Year Shavitz Fund: 1 recipient received a $500 grant • J ewish Family Services distributed $25,000 in scholarships to 15 campers
PJ Library & PJ Our Way PJ Library and PJ Our Way sends free, award-winning books that celebrate Jewish ideas, traditions, and culture to families with children from birth through 12 years old. Through the generosity of Mimi Levin and the Harold Grinspoon Foundation, the Greensboro Jewish Federation offers free PJ Library and PJ Our Way subscriptions to every child in our community. • 122 children enrolled in PJ Library • 19 children enrolled in PJ Our Way • 200 families were engaged at events
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The Greensboro Jewish Federation is helping ensure that the next generation stays committed to their Jewish values, culture, and traditions.
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Jewish Experiences
Jewish Educational Opportunities The Jewish Educational Loan Fund (JELF) grants interestfree loans to Jewish students from Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia for post-secondary study at accredited institutions. These loans can be used for study at a college or university, graduate school or professional/ vocational school that leads to a degree or certificate. This year, 8 students from Greensboro were awarded $36,850 with an average loan of $4,606.
We are committed to empowering young adults by equipping them with the skills to succeed, while maintaining a strong connection to their Jewish heritage. Thanks to Federation subsidies, 14 local Jewish teens were able to take part in impactful programs such as BBYO Conventions, the L’Taken Social Justice Seminar, and JCC Maccabi Games. NC Hillel engages nearly 1,200 students across eight campuses. Hillel’s more than 450 events brought together Jewish students from multiple campuses, fostering camaraderie and cultural celebration. The success of the 2024 campaign enabled us to allocate the following for 2024-25 distribution:
Holocaust Education The Greensboro Jewish Federation believes teaching and learning about the Holocaust inspires critical thinking, societal awareness, and personal growth. The Mark W. Lancberg Holocaust Education Scholarship Fund provides opportunities for College, High School and Middle School educators based in North Carolina to increase their understanding of the Holocaust. One teacher was awarded the scholarship in 2024, and was provided with the skills, knowledge and confidence necessary to teach the subject and its lessons effectively.
• $43,000 to NC Hillel
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• $1,000 to Hillel International • $13,000 to Triad Hillels (Elon, WFU, and HPU)
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celebrating JEWISH LIFE
Above: ShinShiniot Noa Balfour and Noga Bareket at the Yom HaZikaron ceremony Right: Susan Ross presents Marlene Baruch the volunteer of the year award from Temple Emanuel
Above: Karen Gould, Paula Katz, and Ellen Samet at the Together, We Shine event
Right: JTriad fosters community among Jewish young professionals
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Above: Guests enjoy the annual Jews & Brews engagement event at Steel Hands Brewery
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Left: Rabbis Andy Koren, Grace Gleason and Libby Fisher at Yom Ha’Atzmaut
JTriad JTriad is a Jewish young adult group offering engaging social, Tikkun Olam, and educational events. Led by volunteers, they hosted 22 events with 391 attendees. Jews and Brews The atmosphere buzzed with excitement as 45 community members gathered for the annual Jews & Brews event. Shalom Greensboro Magazine Each issue reached more than 1,700 households through direct mail, with 200 additional copies distributed locally. The magazine also saw more than 3,600 online reads and gained 69 new subscribers. Women’s Joint Opening Tea
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Nearly 140 women gathered at Temple Emanuel for the Women’s Joint Opening Tea to honor volunteers. The event featured Dr. Pamela Nadell, who spoke on the history of Jewish women in America. Volunteers of the year included Cheryl Greenberg, Valerie Greenstein, Alina Gerlovin Spaulding, Emily Kranz, Sara Jacobs, Michele Gordon, and Marlene Baruch. Together, We Shine The Federation partnered with Schiffman’s Jewelers to host Together, We Shine, a gem of an event that raised $500 for the Jewish Family Services Van. The 58 guests helped subsidize 1,168 rides provided by the JFS van. Cardozo Society The Cardozo Society fosters connections among Jewish attorneys, judges, and law students in Greensboro through educational and leadership opportunities. This year, the society hosted two events—Religious Liberty and the Supreme Court and Extreme Punishment—which drew over 50 attendees. Honoring Our History and Heroes More than 300 people gathered at Temple Emanuel for Yom HaShoah, honoring the lives of Jewish Holocaust victims. A heartfelt Yom HaZikaron ceremony, attended by 115 guests, honored Israel’s fallen soldiers and victims of terrorism, held at Beth David Synagogue.
MYTJFF.COM Triad Jewish Film Festival The 2024 Triad Jewish Film Festival brought people together for laughs, tears, and immersion in Jewish culture. With four in-person films and four streaming films, the festival continued a successful hybrid format offering maximum choice for attendees. In-person screenings took place at the luxurious Virginia Somerville Sutton Theater at Well-Spring. • More than 150 people enjoyed movie screenings, both through online streaming and in-person showings. • The TJFF would like to thank the 70 Friends of the Festival and sponsors for nearly $8,500 in contributions.
Greensboro’s Jewish community celebrated Yom Ha’Atzmaut with 55 attendees at Beth David Synagogue.
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Engagement events and educational opportunities support our mission to build community among the Jewish people of Greensboro.
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JEWISH family services
Yom Tikkun Olam Nearly 180 volunteers participated in hands-on work for a variety of local nonprofits for Yom Tikkun Olam, or day of repairing the world. Tikkun olam is a central value in the Jewish faith, emphasizing the obligation for acts of social responsibility and kindness. This day of service (previously known as Mitzvah Day) has taken place annually since 1996. Organizers included Jewish Family Services, Beth David Synagogue, Temple Emanuel, and B’nai Shalom Day School.
Volunteers
385 volunteers; 1805 hours
David D. Frazier Food Pantry
48,238 lbs of food collected; 46,154 lbs of food distributed 176 participants
Yom Tikkun Olam
1,168 rides; 17 passengers
Van Service and J-Drive
354 community/client contacts
Chai Notes
124 clients served; 88 visits; 1,090 client contacts
Congregational Nurse
65 clients served; 250 home visits; 13 Telehealth; 22 hospital visits; 3 visits with pet therapy; 1,472 client contacts
Social Work Program
Holocaust/FSU Case Manager 19 case management clients Camp Scholarships
$25,000 distributed to 15 applicants; average grant $1,666
Senior Programs
44 programs; 340 gift bags delivered; 137 participants at holiday luncheons
David D. Frazier Food Pantry
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This year, Jewish Family Services launched a Shuk at the Food Pantry, providing clients with access to household essentials beyond the weekly bags. A new partnership with Second Harvest Food Bank digitized the Pantry, reducing paper waste and enabling demographic reporting. This collaboration also allows JFS to purchase food at lower rates and receive fresh produce for free. With a newly acquired glass refrigerator funded by community efforts, JFS can now offer dairy products, giving clients even more options for their families.
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Children and Family Programs Greensboro Jewish Library JELF Loans
1600+ books available for loan 8 students awarded $36,850; average loan $4,606
Jacke W. and Lottie K. Samet Israel Scholarship Fund
1 recipient
Rosalyn Saltz and Norman Seymour Pliner Scholarship Fund
2 recipients
Indigent Burial Fund Information and Referral Service
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1 funeral 1,334 calls
JEWISH FOUNDATION of greensboro The Jewish Foundation of Greensboro offers donors opportunities to show their support of the Jewish people through donor advised funds, endowment funds, and testamentary gifts.
CONTRIBUTIONS SINCE INCEPTION
DISTRIBUTIONS SINCE INCEPTION
$147M+
$118M+
Women’s Giving Circle The Jewish Foundation of Greensboro launched the Women’s Giving Circle this year, co-chaired by Caren Appel and Janis Fields. The Women’s Giving Circle was created to educate and empower women as philanthropists, funders, and decision makers. Guided by Jewish values, it seeks to improve the lives of women and children in the Greensboro community and in Israel. The Giving Circle has flourished, expanding to include more than 35 dedicated members. Annually, this remarkable group will distribute grants to nonprofit organizations in Greensboro, Israel, and to Jewish women in need worldwide.
Jewish Foundation of Greensboro: Total Assets Fiscal Year Contributions
$5,244,630
Fiscal Year Distributions
$8,720,692
Create a Jewish Legacy
202 legacies
Total Funds
346
Perpetual Annual Campaign Endowments (PACE)
19
Lion of Judah Endowments (LOJE)
30
Donor Reception A reception was hosted by Linda and Tom Sloan at their home for Greensboro Jewish Foundation donors and affiliate representatives. The event, sponsored by MV Financial, welcomed 86 donors from Greensboro and across North Carolina.
$98.1M
The Lawrence M. Cohen Scholarship
2 recipients
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The Lawrence M. Cohen Endowment Fund Scholarships honor the memory of Lawrence M. Cohen, z”l, a beloved leader in the Greensboro Jewish community, who considered education, Israel and the welfare of the Jewish people his personal priorities. His generous gift endows the survival of Jewish heritage by supporting Jewish education.
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SAFETY and SECURITY
Antisemitism Legislation
Secure Community Network
Representatives from the Greensboro Jewish Federation joined a coalition including Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte, Jewish Federation of Greater Raleigh, Jewish For Good, Hadassah, and Voice4Israel to advocate for the Shalom Act (HB 942) at the North Carolina State Legislature in Raleigh.
The Secure Community Network (SCN) serves as the central organization dedicated exclusively to the safety and security of the American Jewish community, working across 146 federations, as well as with other partners in the public, private, non-profit and academic sectors.
The group met directly with Governor Cooper and Greensboro’s local representatives to address the unique needs and safety concerns of our local Jewish community.
Through our partnership with the Jewish Federations of North America, SCN supports the Greensboro Jewish Federation by offering training, security assessments, crisis management, and critical news updates.
The new law, which passed in the Senate with a vote of 45-2 and in the House with a vote of 105-3, aims to combat the rise of antisemitism by officially adopting the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) Definition of antisemitism.
Because of an alarming rise of antisemitism, hate speech and hate crimes, a coalition was created with WinstonSalem, Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill to engage Secure Community Network to further strengthen our region’s security.
Adopting the IHRA definition ensures that antisemitism is clearly and comprehensively defined across North Carolina, thereby offering better protection and response to antisemitic acts.
In 2024, the Federation made significant strides with SCN to establish a regional security advisor for North Carolina, to be based here, in Greensboro.
Standing Together Against Hate
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The Greensboro Jewish Federation worked to ensure Jewish voices were heard at a pivotal City Council meeting which addressed the far-reaching impact of the October 7 attack. Members of the Jewish community filled the chamber, expressing gratitude to the Council for considering their concerns and acting in alignment with the city’s values. The Council passed a ceremonial resolution that acknowledged the impacts of the October 7 attack on Israel, including on civilians in Israel, Gaza, and Greensboro, and emphasized the shared desire for peace and a community free from hate and harassment.
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These security efforts were generously supported by community partners Temple Emanuel, Beth David Synagogue, Chabad of Greensboro, and B’nai Shalom Day School. Thanks to the visionary leadership of former President Keith Rosen, the Federation established Guardians of Greensboro, a group of dedicated donors committed to prioritizing safety in our community. Additionally, the Federation secured a $140,605 LiveSecure grant from JFNA — a three-year, 1-to-1 matching grant involving Greensboro, Winston-Salem, Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill — to protect against rising antisemitic threats and safeguard Jewish spaces, ensuring the safety and resilience of Jewish Greensboro.
ISRAEL connections Partnership2Gether The Partnership2Gether (P2G) platform creates a living bridge between Greensboro, communities in the Southeastern U.S., Prague, and the HaderaEiron region of Israel. This year, the Greensboro Jewish Federation has budgeted $20,000 for 2024-25 distribution for peer-to-peer programs, cultural exchanges, home hospitality, teen exchanges, and educational programming. The ShinShinim Young Ambassadors Program through P2G offers Israeli high school graduates an opportunity to delay mandatory service in the Israel Defense Forces to volunteer in Jewish communities. Thanks to a grant from the Zeff Family Foundation, and generous local donors, Noa Balfour and Noga Bareket were welcomed in Greensboro where they shared their love and knowledge of Israel with our community. In nine months, two ShinShiniot completed 12,000+ hours of student interaction, and hosted 20+ community events with 500+ attendees.
Above: ShinShiniot Noa Balfour and Noga Bareket enjoyed bike rides with friends from B’nai Shalom Day School
In Late July 2023, the Greensboro Jewish Federation hosted a delegation of seven Israeli teen leaders. The teens came to Greensboro with their teachers to learn about our Jewish community. An additional seven local teens joined the group as Federation ambassadors. In April 2024, one Greensboro community member was among 24 participants who joined the P2G Volunteer Mission to Israel. Volunteers dedicated their time to agricultural, educational, and community service projects, with most efforts focused in the Hadera-Eiron region. Israel Experience Grants Israel experiences are one of the best ways to strengthen Jewish identity. Financial support is available to applicants with a desire to increase their faith and overall connection to the global Jewish community. This year, a grant from the Greensboro Jewish Federation was awarded to one young adult, and one recipient received a scholarship from the Jacke W. and Lottie K. Samet Israel Scholarship Fund.
Above: Federation hosts Israeli teens to learn about our Greensboro Jewish community
Right, Far Right: Erica Aaronson participates with the P2G Volunteer Mission to Israel
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Connections to Israel build a foundation for Jewish life, both locally and globally.
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AM YISRAEL CHAI The Greensboro Jewish Federation’s response to the tragic events in Israel on October 7, 2023 was marked by swift action and a deep sense of solidarity. We mobilized local resources and worked with global partners to send critical aid where it was needed most. From local vigils to marching for Israel in Washington, and visiting Israel to show our solidarity and bear witness, the Federation led the charge for action. The outpouring of generosity and collective action from our community stands as a testament to the strength and commitment of the Jewish people. From this tragedy, a deep sense of solidarity emerged — reminding us that together we not only endure, but also thrive. This unity, grounded in our steadfast support for Israel, has fortified our dedication to one another and our shared values. Together, we are strong, and together, we continue to do good that goes everywhere.
Below: Hostages Square in Tel Aviv
Top Left, Right, Below: March for Israel in Washington, D.C.
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Above, Top Right: Solidarity Mission to Israel
Left: Israel 101 Guest Speaker Rabbi Fred Guttman, Senior Rabbi Emeritus of Temple Emanuel
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Solidarity with Israel The horrific attacks on civilians that took place on October 7 were unprecedented in Israel’s history. It was crucial that our community come together in solidarity to support Israel, as well as each other. At the Greensboro Solidarity with Israel Service at Temple Emanuel, we heard from Rabbis from our community as well as communal leadership, and came together as a Greensboro Jewish community for reflection and prayer. March For Israel In the face of the October 7 attack on Israel and the rise in antisemitism, the Greensboro Jewish community came together to show the world that we are a force for good. Two busses with 98 community members traveled to Washington, D.C. to participate in a pro-Israel rally that took a stand against hate and demanded the release of the hostages. This rally proved to be the largest pro-Israel gathering in history. Israel 101 In challenging times, education is essential for keeping the Jewish community strong. As misinformation and antisemitism spread following the events of October 7, Rabbi Eli Sneiderman, the Federation’s Director of Community Relations, along with Rabbi Andy Koren of Temple Emanuel and Rabbi Grace Gleason of Beth David Synagogue, launched Israel 101, a five-week class series. The purpose of Israel 101 was clear — to combat harmful myths with knowledge. Attendees left each session equipped with historical facts, prepared to counter misinformation in the media and strengthen their understanding of Israel’s story. Solidarity Mission to Israel Sixteen representatives from the Greensboro Jewish community traveled to Israel in late January for a four-day Solidarity Mission to Israel. The delegation dedicated their time to understanding the impact of the October 7 tragedy through the artworks of Hostages Square and family stories. They witnessed the work of Brothers and Sisters for Israel, JFNA, and United Hatzalah. They also spent time volunteering at Leket Israel, visiting the Gaza envelope, and finding hope at schools like Hand in Hand and in the Hadera-Eiron region. The mission deepened their sense of unity and commitment, embodying the spirit of Am Yisrael Chai.
Israel Emergency Fund The Greensboro Jewish Federation led a community-wide Israel Emergency Fund campaign to support victims, rebuild damaged infrastructure, and address the immense levels of trauma caused by the horrific attacks on October 7. A dedicated group of volunteers made up of Randall Kaplan, Larry Appel, Matt Slaine, Alina Gerlovin Spaulding, and John Cohen ensured that our community surpassed our goal of $1,134,000. As of September 30, 2024, 444 Greensboro donors have contributed $1,226,174 to the Israel Emergency Fund.
Federation Secures $100,000 Grant The Greensboro Jewish Federation received a $100,000 grant from The Leon Levine Foundation to establish an emergency relief fund to support our local Jewish communal organizations’ responses to Hamas’s attack on Israel on October 7, 2023. In 2023-2024, the Federation distributed a total of $69,918.99 to Beth David Synagogue, B’nai Shalom Day School, Greensboro Jewish Federation, Jewish Family Services, NC Hillel, and Temple Emanuel. The funds enabled Jewish our communal agencies to recoup some of the costs associated with supporting displaced Israeli families, counseling, mental health and trauma response services, increased security costs, community-wide programming, and advocacy efforts to combat antisemitism and anti-Israel activity. The remaining funds will be distributed during FY2025.
A commitment to Jewish values has driven us to act with compassion and purpose in the face of adversity.
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GLOBAL reach
Jewish Agency for Israel
American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee The American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) puts Jewish values into action when the world needs it most. The JDC is the leading global Jewish humanitarian organization, providing programs benefiting more than a million Jews in 69 countries. Thanks to a successful 2024 Annual Campaign, the JDC will continue its essential work of aiding vulnerable Jews with next year’s Federation allocation of $98,000 in core support. An additional $19,000 is specifically designated for Beltsy, Moldova. Photo Credit: JDC
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The Jewish Agency for Israel (JAFI) has been working to secure a vibrant Jewish future for generations since 1929. The Greensboro Jewish Federation has allocated $97,000 in core support for 2024-25 distribution to JAFI, supporting its mission to connect Jews worldwide with Israel, amplify Jewish voices, and safeguard Jewish lives. An additional $20,000 has been designated to support our Partnership2Gether program. Photo Credit: JAFI
Global Emergency Fund Year after year, our annual campaign ensures core funding to overseas partners who quickly respond when crises arise. Thanks to this readiness, they are able to assess needs and implement immediate, effective actions. However, when unforeseen emergencies occur, the needs grow beyond what our core foundation can support, requiring us to do more. This year, donations to the Greensboro Jewish Federation’s Global Emergency Fund allowed us to distribute funds to Ukraine, Hawaii, and Morocco. • $1,632 to support those affected by the war in Ukraine • $3,607 for wildfire disaster relief on Maui Island
National Young Leadership Cabinet National Young Leadership Cabinet is JFNA’s premier young leadership development program that educates and connects the next generation of global Jewish leaders and philanthropists. Cabinet trains and inspires the most promising young volunteers for positions of leadership in the Jewish community. National Young Leadership Cabinet’s focus is to provide tools for participants to better themselves and their capacity as leaders through continued learning, reflection, and action.
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• $1,159 to assist earthquake survivors in Morocco
2024 annual campaign Thanks to donors like you, the Greensboro Jewish Federation’s 2024 Annual Campaign soared to $1,740,910. Your support drives the meaningful work we do in Greensboro, Israel, and around the world, enabling us to sustain our community and strengthen our shared Jewish future. Thank you to Gary Bargebuhr and Michele Gordan for Co-chairing the 2024 Annual Campaign. Together, we continue to do good that goes everywhere.
2024 Annual Campaign Total
$1,740,910
563 Individual or Household Donors
$1,690,910
Includes $153,406 in PACE/LOJE Payouts from Endowments Matching Funds for New and Increased Gifts
$50,000
Thanks to The Leon Levine Foundation, $50,000 in new and increased gifts were matched dollar for dollar.
Campaign Events Major Gifts
60 attendees
Campaign Kickoff
181 attendees
Men’s Bourbon Tasting
31 attendees
Women’s Mixology Mixer
37 attendees
Super Sunday Telethon
40 volunteers
Spring Mini Telethon
12 volunteers
Dish with Adeena Sussman
86 attendees
Lion/LOJE Lunch
35 attendees
Former Campaign Chair Social
37 attendees
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LIONS OF JUDAH
The Lions of Judah: Leading with Pride The Lions of Judah is an international sisterhood supporting social justice, aiding the vulnerable, and building Jewish identity. Since 1983, the program in Greensboro has expanded to include 90 proud Lions, actively contributing to philanthropic initiatives within the Federation.
Matching Gift Program: Endowment Funds Cardozo Society: Extreme Punishment Religious Liberty
29 attendees 25 attendees
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Thanks to the generosity of the community through match-eligible* gifts to the Annual Campaign, and PACE and LOJE contributions, $30,000 was matched dollar for dollar by Sylvia Berkelhammer.
*New and increased annual campaign gifts of $200 or more, and new and increased PACE/LOJE contributions of $5,000 or more.
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FINANCIAL overview Tracking our Impact: a five-year look at key allocation areas
Allocable Campaign Dollars
Over the past five years, funding has shown a clear trend across several key areas: domestic and overseas allocations, support for Jewish Family Services, and Federation’s programs and services. These essential giving opportunities are all funded by the previous year’s annual campaign dollars.
Domestic and Overseas Allocations Support for Jewish Family Services of Greensboro
The Greensboro Jewish Federation strategically channels resources to do good that goes everywhere – ensuring the well-being of both local and global Jewish communities while supporting Federation’s vital services and programs.
Federation Programs and Services
$2M $1,800,000 $1,600,000 $1,400,000 $1,200,000 $1M $800,000 $600,000 $400,000 $200,000 $0
2020
2021
2022
Greensboro Jewish Federation Endowment Funds Held at Jewish Foundation of Greensboro:
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Designated Permanent
$3,291,417
Designated Temporary
$1,709,580
Unrestricted
$1,637,454
PACE/LOJE
$5,037,246
Total Funds as of June 30, 2024:
$11,675,697
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2023
$12M $11M $10M $9M $8M $7M $6M $5M $4M $3M $2M $1M $0
2016
2017
2018
2024
2019
2020
2021
Designated Permanent
Designated Temporary
PACE / LOJE
Total
2022
2023
2024
Unrestricted
FYE 2024 federation total revenue: Thanks to our community’s generous contributions, the Greensboro Jewish Federation achieved a total revenue of $3,866,239 in FY2024.
$257,413 Jewish Family Services of Greensboro
7%
Programs & Services Fees Donations Grants and Endowment Income
This outstanding show of support highlights an unwavering dedication to securing a strong and vibrant Jewish future, empowering the Federation to do good that goes everywhere.
$1,215,054
31%
Global Emergency Fund Israel Emergency Fund
FEDERATION TOTAL REVENUE
$3,866,239 $1,740,910
$652,863 Greensboro Jewish Federation Programs & Services Fees Donations Grants and Endowment Income
45%
2024 Annual Campaign
17%
FYE 2024 federation disbursement:
$1,187,663
34%
Global Emergency Fund Israel Emergency Fund
FEDERATION DISBURSEMENT
$580,700
17%
Overseas and Domestic Allocations
(from 2023 Annual Campaign Funds)
$3,459,271 $813,604 Federation Programs and Services
9%
24%
Missions Newcomers Engagement JTriad PJ Library Jewish Camp Grants Interfaith Mission Community Relations Cultural Affairs (Triad Jewish Film Festival, Israel Independence Day event collaboration) Shalom Greensboro Magazine Overseas Partnerships (P2G) Holocaust Education Grants Holocaust Commemoration Collaboration Israel Experience Grants Jewish Education Initiatives and Programs Youth Program Scholarships Campaign Missions, Affinity Groups, Events, and Programming
16%
$321,199 Federation General & Administrative
$556,105 Jewish Family Services of Greensboro Client Assistance Chai Notes Van Services Child and Family Programming Clinical Services Congregational Nurse Senior Programs Yom Tikkun Olam (Mitzvah Day) Israel and Camp Need-based Scholarships
Hand in Hand Israel Movement for Progressive Judaism Masorti Movement Schechter Institute Jewish Agency for Israel Hadera-Eiron Partnership2Ggether Joint Distribution Committee Beltsy, Kishinev Teens/Pik-a-Jew, Moldova IREP (Israel Religious Expressions Platform) JFNA Ethiopian National Project JFNA Birthright Israel BBYO Triad Hillels (Elon, WFU, HPU) B’nai Shalom Day School Hillel International Jewish Education Loan Fund Jewish Community Legacy Project Israel Action Network NC Hillel, Chapel Hill NC Holocaust Foundation Jewish Council for Public Affairs
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passionate SERVICE The Greensboro Jewish Federation is supported by a dedicated team of professionals and volunteer leaders who bring a wealth of experience and expertise. Recognizing that each Jew is responsible, one for another, the Federation promotes the welfare of the Jewish people in our community, in Israel and worldwide.
2023 – 2024 professional staff
2023 – 2024 board of trustees
Greensboro Jewish Federation Glenda Bernhardt
Executive Committee John Cohen
Marilyn Forman Chandler Michele Perrell Rabbi Eliezer Sneiderman
Chief Executive Officer
Jenny Kaiser
President Elect
Director of Finance and Human Resources
Raffi Simel
Vice President
Director of Jewish Community Relations
Ron Milstein
Vice President
Peggy Bernstein
Vice President
Director of Campaign and Donor Relations
Carly Gray-Adler Dena Kovach
Director of Marketing and Design
Marshall Tuck
Vice President
Alexa Horowitz
Event and Corporate Sponsorship Manager
Howard Mezer
Secretary
David Rosenstein
Treasurer
Outreach and Engagement Manager
Taylor Lively
Accounting and Data Manager
Kenneth Kellyman
Immediate Past President
Tom Cone
Marsha Cross
Campaign and Executive Assistant
Michele Gordon
Campaign Co-Chair (one-year term)
Karla Goodman
Office Administrator
Gary Bargebuhr
Campaign Co-Chair (one-year term)
Julian Glasthal
Editor and Communications Specialist
Danielle Swick
Empy Perez
Accounting Assistant
Amy Bernabe
Graphic Designer/Social Media Content Specialist
Dan Alexander
Facilities Maintenance Manager
Jewish Family Services Alicia Kaplan
Director
Jewish Family Services Chair
Sam Cone
Jewish Foundation of Greensboro Chair
Marilyn Forman Chandler
Chief Executive Officer, retired Dec. 2023 Chief Executive Officer
Glenda Bernhardt
Trustees Mindy Samet Andrews
Rabbi Andy Koren
Susan Siegel
Larry Appel
Emily Kranz
Sue Simmons
Paul Benson
Marissa Lanier
Michele Slaine
Kerry Citrin
Simara Levi
Tom Sloan
Susan Feibelman
Kathy Manning
Jon Glazman
Debby Miller
Alina Gerlovin Spaulding
Rabbi Grace Gleason
Victoria Milstein
Hannah Gutterman Spinrad
Michele Gordon
David Moff
Anna Starobin
Susan Gutterman
Rabbi Yosef Plotkin
Endowment Director
Amy Thompson
Corie Hampton
Rachel Pront
Frandee Woolf
Assistant Endowment Director
Tammi Thurm
Molly Harbaugh
Freddy Robinson
Shirley Lucky
Director of Finance and Operations
Allison Turkin
Marc Isaacson
Susan Robinson
Donor Relations Manager
Lew Weinstock
Alicia Kaplan
Keith Rosen
Afrique Kilimanjaro
Vivian Scheidler
Marlene Baruch
Congregational Nurse
Sheilagh Harrington
Clinical Social Worker Administrative Assistant
Bri Nichols Jamie Schleuning
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President
Chief Executive Officer, retired Dec. 2023
Volunteer and Program Coordinator Program Specialist
Jenny Schultz Thomas Gromko, Robert Foley, and Kevin Thurm
Jewish Foundation of Greensboro Susan Gutterman
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2023-2024 Greensboro Jewish Federation IMPACT REPORT
a look AHEAD
It takes planning and vision to build any great community. But a strong Jewish community takes even more. Join The Greensboro Jewish Federation in 2025 as Together, we go Forward to care for one another, strengthen Jewish life, support Israel, and rescue our people whenever they are in need. Together, we go Forward to build and support a safe, inclusive, and healthy Jewish Greensboro.
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wings of hope For years, Ofer Baram dedicated his life to helping victims through his work with The Jewish Agency for Israel. Now, Ofer finds himself as a recipient of that same aid as his son, Aviv, was murdered by Hamas terrorists in Kfar Aza on October 7, 2023. Through generous contributions from donors like you, the Greensboro Jewish Federation provides essential funding for this vital program, ensuring immediate aid and ongoing recovery support for victims in need.
Ofer Baram embraces the memory of his son Aviv through what he beautifully calls “wings of hope.” Photo Credit: E. Warshavsky, Jewish Federations