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By Jessica Goldfarb, JFGC Communications Specialist Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte is excited to reintroduce the Bernstein Leadership Group (BLG), a program that has shaped Jewish leaders in the Charlotte community for more than 20 years. Established through the vision and generosity of Don and Bobbi Bernstein, BLG has provided young Jewish professionals with the…

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By Jessica Goldfarb, JFGC Communications Specialist Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte invites the entire Jewish community to come together “As One” Super Week — a celebration of unity, purpose, and shared strength. This year’s Super Week will feature two hallmark events: the Super Event on Thursday, Jan. 30, and the Jewish Charlotte Day of Giving…

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By Julie Loftis, JFS Marketing Specialist Charlotte Jewish News December, 2024 Live Laugh Give 2025 co-chairs, Blair Goldsmith and Kevin Levine, are excited to announce this year’s honorees. “This year, we are thrilled to recognize Larry and Dale Polsky for their many years of contributing to the Jewish and greater Charlotte community.” Dale’s connection to…

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By Jessica Goldfarb, JFGC Communications Specialist Charlotte Jewish News December, 2025 Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte (JFGC) is thrilled to announce Kara Culp as the campaign chair for the 2025 Annual Campaign, themed “As One.” As a dedicated leader and inspiring voice within our Jewish community, Kara brings passion and experience to a role essential…

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By Noah Goldman 10/7: 100 Human Stories – Book Review October 7 stands as a day of profound tragedy and trauma for the Jewish people, a focal point of many meanings that will forever hold a place in Jewish and Israeli history—a day this generation will never forget. For many, it marks a turning point…

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By Jessica Goldfarb, JFGC Communications Specialist Charlotte Jewish News, November 2024 Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte’s NextGen; a platform for young Jewish adults ages 20-45 aimed at building social, professional, and volunteer opportunities within the greater Charlotte community; recently hosted a thrilling afternoon at Bank of America Stadium. In partnership with Temple Beth El, Levine…

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By Shira Firestone When Hurricane Helene brought heavy rains, causing widespread flooding and landslides to Western North Carolina last month, it left a trail of destruction that transformed idyllic mountain communities into disaster zones overnight. Floodwaters submerged entire towns, severing lifelines to essential services. Thousands faced power outages projected to last weeks or even months,…

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By Chris Guidice After hearing the chant of “Bring Him Home” reverberate throughout the venue at the Democratic National Convention, Rachel Goldberg-Polin spoke eloquently to her son, Hersh, then held in captivity in Gaza, and the rest of the 109 hostages when she said, “The time is now! Hersh, if you can hear us, we…

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By Dave Press Moishe House is thrilled to announce the opening of Moishe Pod Charlotte, which officially launched on Oct. 1, 2024, in the vibrant NoDa neighborhood. This latest iteration of Moishe House programming in Charlotte provides a welcoming space for young adults to connect, engage, and build lasting friendships within our Jewish community. At…

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