WHO WE ARE

Our Impact

Together, we are proud Jewish Dallasites. We’re big-picture people, fueling today while focusing on the future.

A century of impact

For over 100 years, Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas (JFGD) has changed lives in Dallas, Israel, and throughout the world. Proudly representing one of the fastest-growing Jewish communities in America, we connect your dollars to more than 85 organizations worldwide, adding value at every opportunity.

Our metroplex hosts innumerable Jewish perspectives, identities, and skill sets that it can be difficult to connect the dots. Acting as the hub for all things Jewish Dallas, the Federation proudly celebrates, defends, responds, welcomes, and kvells the strong and vibrant Jewish presence in Dallas and beyond.

WHAT WE DO

We work hard to help ensure the continuity of a strong and vibrant Jewish community in Dallas, Israel, and throughout the world.

Leadership

Board Officers

Sherry Goldberg
Board Chair
Debbi K. Levy
Board Chair Elect
Dan Levitan
First Vice Chair & Treasurer
Michelle Berger
Board Vice Chair
Eric Fleiss
Board Vice Chair
Ira Kornbluth, M.D.
Board Vice Chair
Shiva Beck
Secretary
Dot Haymann
Immediate Past Board Chair

CEO

Robert French
CEO

Board Members

Todd Aaron
Michelle Bassichis
Michelle Caplan
Rick Charney
Jessica Emanuel
Ross Frankfurt
Julie Haymann
Mike Hirsh
Josh Hochschuler
Scott Hotchkiss
Megan Hyman
Ronit Ilan
Hylton Jonas
Brittney Lefkovits
Pam Pidgeon
Jeanette Pincus
Scott Reutter
Russin Royal
Einat Sadka
Stephanie Sandler
Florence Shapiro
Eli Tabaria
Rabbi Shira Wallach
Mike Weinberg
Craig Weinstein

Join us to support a strong and vibrant community

Your contribution sustains vital programs providing assistance to those facing adversity, strengthens Jewish education, fosters cultural enrichment, and cultivates a sense of belonging that transcends generations. Your support actively shapes the future of our community, ensuring that our values endure and our traditions thrive.