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Federation Annual Campaign

Thank you for visiting the Jewish Federation of Louisville website. This year, we are honored to partner with 24 Annual Campaign Ambassadors. To learn more about some of our Ambassadors and why they are committed to sharing the Federation message, click their names below.

Campaign Ambassadors: Karen Abrams, Karen Bass, Tammy Behr, Shellie Branson, Logan Buren, Cari Hatch, David Kaplan, Margot Kling, Jessica Loving, Dorrie Prussian, Susan Rudy, William “Bill” Ryan, Corey Shapiro, Justin Shuster, Margaret Shuster, Julie Strull, Andy Trager, Kevin Trager, Ben Vaughan, Rebecca Waller, Scott Weinberg, Michael Weisberg, Mollie Weisberg, Ann Zimmerman
Campaign for Jewish Needs 2018

 

  • "I came back with more of a sense of what being Jewish means to me and how I want to raise my kids. The trip was more than just memories. It was about the connection and friends I made. "
    Cari Hatch
  • "PJ Library is an invaluable resource for making sure my children grow up in a Jewish home. I can't think of a better way that would help integrate Judaism into our family traditions."
    Corey Shapiro

Campaign for Jewish Needs

The Campaign for Jewish Needs is the annual fundraising Campaign that ensures our community’s vitality and vibrancy in the year ahead. Whether we are feeding the hungry, comforting the sick, caring for the elderly, educating our youth, ensuring a Jewish future, or supporting Israel, our Jewish community stands together. And, together, we can make the world a better place.

You Power Ability

We invest in, and advocate for, programs and services that address systemic issues and provide a strong safety net during times of personal crises. Through our collaborative and warm relationships with various groups in Louisville, we unite to care for our community.

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You Power Jewish Identity

We ensure the long-term health and vibrancy of our diverse Jewish community. We develop the next generation of Jewish leaders through mentoring, teaching, and hands-on experiences, ensuring a vibrant Jewish future for our children and grandchildren. We support meaningful Jewish educational opportunities for all ages.

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Your Power Refuge

We monitor and confront anti-Semitism in whatever form it takes. We provide the education and tools needed to stand up and speak out on behalf of Israel and the Jewish people. We deepen personal connections to Israel through partnerships and programs that celebrate our Jewish homeland.

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You Power Comfort

We feed the hungry, comfort the sick, aid the elderly and support those in need – in Louisville and around the world. We advocate for the vulnerable and, with Jewish values as our guide, support the less fortunate in our own community.

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Campaign Leadership

Chairs

  • Ben Vaughan Campaign Co-Chair
  • Jessica Loving Campaign Co-Chair
  • Susan Rudy Pomegranate Chair

Cabinet

  • Jerry Abramson, 2018 Campaign Chair
  • Madeline Abramson, 2018 Campaign Chair
  • Shannon Benovitz
  • Jon Fleischaker
  • Jane Goldstein
  • Ralph Green
  • Dennis Hummel
  • Jennifer Jacobson
  • Kate Latts
  • David Leibson
  • Stephen Linker
  • Joanie Lustig
  • Robin Miller
  • Susan Rudy
  • Jon Salomon
  • Maury Tasman
  • Ben Vaughan
  • Leon Wahba

Federation Staff

  • Sara Klein Wagner President & CEO
  • Stacy Gordon Funk Senior VP of Philanthropy
  • Matt Goldberg Development Director
  • Kristy Benefield Development Associate
  • Sarah Baron Leadership and Engagement Manager