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Leadership Spotlight: Theresa Rosengart

Welcome to “Leadership Spotlight”, where Jewish Federation of Macon and Middle Georgia recognizes the achievements and talents of our outstanding community members.

 

“Spotlight” currently focuses on the service of our many women Presidents who’ve successfully managed and led th…

Friday the 13th: The Jewish Origin of 'Knock on Wood'

Thinking about Friday the 13th? Let’s talk about Jewish superstitions. Many Jews knock on wood to ensure a positive outcome – and for good reason! During the Spanish Inquisition, secret codes were devised to allow Jews entry to synagogues (which happened to be made of wood), thus saving …

Throwback Thursday: Hurricane Harvey

“The Federation is really what I consider the first responders in our community.” This hurricane season, see how Jewish Federations are ready to help in a crisis – and feel #FedProud about the good we can accomplish when we work together. #HurricaneHarvey #ThrowbackThursday #TBT

 

Anniversary of 9/11

Eighteen years later, we remember those we lost on #September11.

Remembering 9/11

Lisa, a donor to her local Federation, never thought she’d find herself on the other side of the equation – in need of comfort and support until she tragically lost her husband on 9/11.

“When crisis strikes…we all need each other. And so that’s why we create this incredible networ…