Louisvillian Emily Benovitz now makes her home in Washington, DC, but it is evident the values she learned from her parents, Amy and Lee Benovitz, particularly the importance of volunteering and being active in the Jewish community have stuck with … Read More
There are many ways to lend a hand to help make the holiday season special and better for Louisvillians of all faiths. The Merry Mitzvah program makes it easy to volunteer and do your part. For some families in the … Read More
It is a Louisville Jewish community tradition to undertake a series of mitzvah projects to help people throughout the November/December holiday season. Amy Benovitz coordinates the effort, recruiting volunteers and collecting mitzvah opportunities. “A heartfelt thank you from the agencies … Read More
Merry Mitzvah projects start early this year [by Shiela Steinman Wallace, Editor, Community] The calendar may say it is only the end of October, but this year, that means Chanukah is right around the corner. The first candle is November … Read More
Opportunities for hands-on involvement making the holiday season brighter for those in need. Some projects need help immediately. Check the dates! RSVP to Amy Benovitz at 425-0373. 1) NOW: Winter clothing/furniture drive. With cold weather starting, agencies are looking for … Read More
It has become a tradition in our Louisville Jewish community to celebrate the winter holiday season by assisting those in need around the community and lending a hand to help our Christian neighbors enjoy their holiday. Once again, Amy Benovitz … Read More
During the last part of 2011, the Jewish community participated in a number of tikkun olam (the repair of the world) projects, including a Habitat for Humanity home and a wide variety of Merry Mitzvah projects. Amy Benovitz coordinated these … Read More