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Announcing Jacobson Leadership Tomorrow

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AMY BERNSTEIN SHIVVERS JFO Foundation Executive Director he Jacobson Leadership Tomorrow (JLT) internship program is designed to connect Jewish young adults with the Jewish Federation of Omaha and its Agencies. This 8-week program combines indepth learning, collaboration, and hands-on experiences with a meaningful stipend. Why JLT? This program taps into the innovation, ambition, and energy of college students who are passionate about creating positive change. JLT offers more than a summer job—it’s an immersive experience in Jewish communal service, tailored to match an intern’s interests and strengths and professional direction. Joanie and Richard Jacobson are the impetus behind this innovative program. Joanie shared, “We’ve been involved with the Federation and it’s agencies for over 45 years. Richard as president of the JCC, co-president of Jewish Family Service which included the Rose Blumkin Jewish Home, a Federation Board member and a volunteer on a number of annual campaigns. I’ve served as co-chairman of the Women’s Division of the Annual Campaign, See Jacobson Leadership Tomorrow page 3

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Goldstein Supporting Foundation

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JEN GOODMAN JFO Foundation Administrator The Jewish Federation of Omaha Foundation is pleased to announce the Shirley and Leonard Goldstein Supporting Foundation Grants have been awarded for the Fall 2024 semiannual meeting. Since its establishment in 2003, the fund has contributed more than $3 million in charitable grants. “We are honored to continue to support such remarkable organizations and individuals who are committed to making a real difference,” said Donald Goldstein, Goldstein Board President. “The work being

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done by our recipients is truly inspiring, and we are proud to provide the resources they need to continue their transformative efforts.” The Board of Directors of the Shirley and Leonard Goldstein Supporting Foundation agreed to support 25 grant requests that were submitted at their meeting last November. The See Goldstein Grants page 3

MARY SUE GROSSMAN for Beth Israel Synagogue Mind. Body. Soul. again returns to Beth Israel, open to women of the community to treat themselves to a morning to focus on selfcare through physical exercise, healthy eating, and learning with friends. The event will take place Sunday,

March 23, 2025, 11 a.m.–1 p.m., at Beth Israel Synagogue. Registration is required to participate. Open to women ages 12 years and older, the $36 registration fee includes a choice of two workouts. Yoga, Tai Chi, Jazzercise, and cardio dance will be offered. Participants See Mind. Body. Soul. page 2