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The JCC Rockland 23rd International Jewish Film Festival showcases diverse Jewish stories that explore community, resilience, and our shared humanity. Through these films, we aim to inspire dialogue, empathy, and connection through the power of storytelling.

In today’s world, the Festival stands as a beacon of hope, fostering unity and bringing people together. As a vital fundraiser for JCC Rockland, it helps sustain the programs and community we serve.

We are truly grateful to be here together.

Special Thank You

Thank you to the incredible individuals whose dedication, creativity, and hard work made this Film Festival possible. We are deeply grateful to everyone who shared their time, talents, and passion to bring this event to life. Your collaboration and teamwork helped create a truly unforgettable experience.

FILM COMMITTEE

Marla Cohen, Chair

Micki Leader, Chair Emeritus

Jack Bloom

Robin Goldsmith

Gail Litwak

Donna Rabinowitz

Gadi Rubin

Eileen Rutter

Abby Singer

VOLUNTEERS

Shari Alinkofsky

Donna Rabinowitz

Sue Rosenthal

JCC ROCKLAND STAFF

Danielle Young, Director of Special Projects

Donna Bergstol

David Kirschtel

Eliza Millman

Rebecca Seeman

Wendy Soos

Jennifer Tetefsky

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

OSCAR

Jewish Federation & Foundation of Rockland County

Katz/Tyler family fund in memory of our father Jacob Katz z”l

Ilse & John Lang

Micki & Jim Leader & Family

Andrew Needelman

Rockland County

PLATINUM

Active International

Regal

GOLD

Yetta Brenner Memorial Fund, Endowed by Marilyn & Abraham Kleinman, Jewish Federation & Foundation of Rockland County

Beldock & Saunders, PC

Simona Chazen & Jerry Chazen z”l

Orli & Mark Irgang

Dr. Phyllis Weingarten Kann & Michael Kann

Evan & Greg Karzhevsky

Gail & Alan Koss

CELEBRITY

Apple Bank for Savings

Atlantic, Tomorrow’s Office

Stefany & Simon Bergson

Robin & Mitch Brill

Howard Dean

Edgewood Country Club

Joseph Elghanayan

Pascale Elghanayan

Marsha & Gary Forman

Susan & Arnie Garelick

Lisa Green & Family

Nina Iser z”l & Stephen Iser

Charlotte Neugarten in Memory of Jack Neugarten z”l

Rockland Cannabis Dispensary, Donny & Kim Moskovic

Sharon & Uri Sasson

Sonia & William Stern

Jo Ann & Donald Waldorf

NON-PROFIT

Beth Am Temple

Beth Haverim Shir Shalom

Congregation Shir Shalom

Congregation Sons of Israel

Development Corporation for Israel Bonds

Hadassah, The Women’s Zionist Organization of America

Hillel of Rockland Community College

Holocaust Museum & Center for Tolerance & Education

Jewish War Veterans

Kol Dorot, A Reform Jewish Community

National Council of Jewish Women

New City Jewish Center

Orangetown Jewish Center

Rockland County Pride Center

Rockland Jewish Family Service

Temple Beth Sholom

The Reform Temple of Rockland

*Accurate at the time of printing; we apologize for any subsequent updates or omissions

Film Festival Schedule

THURS MAR 19 AT 7PM ONCE UPON MY MOTHER

SUN MAR 22 AT 7PM THE ROAD BETWEEN US: THE ULTIMATE RESCUE

TUES MAR 24 AT 7PM THE SEA

THURS MAR 26 AT 7PM ETHAN BLOOM

SUN APR 12 AT 7PM MATCHMAKING 2

TUES APR 14 AT 7PM ELIE WIESEL: SOUL ON FIRE

THURS APR 16 AT 7PM REAL ESTATE

SUN APR 19 AT 2PM OF DOGS AND MEN

SUN APR 19 AT 7PM CHARLES GRODIN: REBEL WITH A CAUSE

TUES APR 21 AT 7PM THE STRONGHOLD

THURS APR 23 AT 7PM SWEDISHKAYT: YIDLIFE CRISIS IN STOCKHOLM

SUN APR 26 AT 2PM THE RING

MATINEES AT JCC ROCKLAND:

Monday, April 13 at 1 PM - The Road Between Us: The Ultimate Rescue Monday, April 20 at 1 PM - Ethan Bloom

MAKE YOUR IMPACT

The strength of our Jewish community depends on the generosity of supporters like you.

JCC Rockland is proud to offer a variety of opportunities for everyone, including local businesses, to show their support and help us continue to be the premier destination and provide best in class programming and services.

The

Wall of Giving

provides a distinctive recognition that celebrates our donors, our champions, who help meet the ever-changing needs of the community and help support our mission of enrichment and continuity of Jewish Life.

JCC Rockland Legacy Society

To continue on your legacy, please consider including the JCC in your will or estate plan. By leaving a planned legacy gift, you can assure that the traditions and programs that mean so much to you today will exist for future generations.

The Waldorf Endowment Fund

An endowment gift is more than financial support – it is a promise.

A promise that the lights of this JCC will shine long after we are gone. A promise that Jewish life in this community will remain vibrant, welcoming, and strong. Invest in the future of the J!

Contact Wendy Soos,

Chief

Development Officer 845.362.4400 ext 529 or wendys@jccrockland.org

To support our Journal and purchase tickets go to jccrockland.org/support-us/founders-celebration