The Charlotte Jewish News - December 2021 - Page 14
Jewish Family Services to Honor Kevin Levine and Louis Sinkoe at Live, Laugh, Give 2022 By Julie Loftis Jewish Family Services (JFS) is thrilled to announce the first-ever honorees for Live, Laugh, Give 2022. “This year we have the esteemed pleasure of recognizing Kevin Levine and Louis Sinkoe for their many contributions to JFS, the Jewish community, and the Greater Charlotte community,” said Howard Olshansky, JFS executive director. Kevin and Louis, both Charlotte natives, demonstrate their strong belief in giving back and leaving the world and community a better place through their many actions and financial support in the Jewish community. Levine and Sinkoe have served our community through leadership roles with Temple Israel, The Foundation for the Charlotte Jewish Community, The Foundation of Shalom Park, the Hebrew Cemetery Association, the Jewish Federation, and Jewish Family Services. Sinkoe stated, “In my role as president of Jewish Family Services, I have directly seen the impact JFS’s services have on meeting the needs of our community. Kevin and I are flattered to be the first honorees of Live, Laugh, Give and look forward to inspiring others to help support JFS and the event.” The event will feature comedian and actor Elon Gold, who has starred in FOX’s “Stacked” and NBC’s “In-Laws.” His one -hour stand-up special on Netflix, “Elon Gold: Chosen & Taken,” received wide acclaim from audiences and peers alike. It is currently streaming on Amazon Prime. He has made 10 appearances on “The Tonight Show” and had a recurring role
2022 Honorees Kevin Levine and Louis Sinkoe
to MayoClinic.org, short-term benefits of laughter can include stimulating many organs, activating and relieving your stress response, and soothing tension. Long term, laughter may improve your immune system, relieve pain, increase personal satisfaction, and improve your mood. “At the time, we were looking to develop an event that would bring people together in a fun, entertaining atmosphere,” said Susan Meyer, development manager and co-creator of Live, Laugh, Give. All proceeds benefit JFS’s programs and services to enhance the quality of life for individuals and families in our community, including therapy, parenting support, financial and food assistance, domestic violence resources, senior engagement, case management, Holocaust survivor and family support services, and
on the FOX hit show “Bones.” event to raise funds for the orElon was a writer/performer ganization five years ago. Study on ABC’s “The Dana Carvey after study has proven that laughShow” and has guest starred on ter has many physical and men“Frasier,” “The Mentalist,” and tal health benefits. According “Chappelle’s Show,” among others. He recently had stellar appearances on “The Late Late Show With James Corden” and Comedy Central’s “This Week at the Comedy Cellar.” His routines have gone viral and are shared by millions around the globe. He is also currently featured in the Hulu movie “The Binge,” and in season three of HBO’s “Crashing,” he plays his most Comedian and Actor Elon Gold to perform at Live, Laugh, Give 2022 challenging role yet … himself. Elon can next be seen opposite Larry David in a recurring role on the upcoming 11th season of “Curb Your Enthusiasm.” Volunteers: Marcia Arnholt, Rose, Lynne Sheffer, Cindy Live, Laugh, Give comedy Mike Arnholt, Suzy Catennazo, Siesel, Louis Sinkoe, Ken night brings together support- Dan Coblenz, Jonathan CollStern, Steve Teich, David and ers, donors, volunteers, and man, Andrea Cronson, Julie Beth Thrope,,Gail Vogel, Susan community members for “a Dermack, Sheryl Effren, Terri Webber, Nancy Wielunski, Jan night of laughter, a lifetime of Fishman, Rachel Friedman, Weiner, Amanda Zaidman healing.” It’s no coincidence Meredith Gartner, Amanda that JFS chose a comedy night Gitlitz, Marty Goldfarb, JenniHadassah Meal Preppies: fer Golynsky, Gail Halverson, Sharon Cavanaugh, Karen Rebecca Hockfield, Hubara Futtersak, Sara Friedman, Marci Family, Bob Jacobson, Michael Goldberg, June Hirschmann, Kaplan, Etti Krause, Elliot and Yvette Jacobson, Judy Stephanie Krietman, Marcia Kaufman, Johnson and Wales, Lampert, Adam Levy, Matt Penny Krieger, Andy McCleary, Luftglass, Gene Marx, Frada Helene Schillian, Laurie SheinMozenter, Barbara Rein, Nina haus, Elissa Vining
aging support, including home visits, housing transitions, and caregiver support groups. With expertise, compassion, and an emphasis on maintaining dignity, JFS staff are dedicated to working with clients to develop individualized plans. By uplifting, strengthening, and empowering individuals and families, JFS helps those in need when they need it the most. Save the date for our upcoming Live, Laugh, Give comedy night on Sunday, June 12, 2022 ,for “a night of laughter, a lifetime of healing.” For sponsorship opportunities, contact Susan Meyer at (704) 364-6594 or Susan.Meyer@jfscharlotte. org. To learn more about Jewish Family Services of Greater Charlotte, visit jfscharlotte.org, email info@jfscharlotte.org, or call (704) 364-6594.
JFS Volunteers & Donors October 2021
Shalom Green: Thank you for continuing to harvest fresh produce (eggplant, tomatoes, green beans, peppers, herbs,) for our clients. Food Drives: Hebrew High Food Pantry Donations: To our generous community: thank you for continuing to donate to the food pantry. We could not run the pantry without your incredible donations
JFS Tributes October 2021 Happy Birthday Anita Shapiro Paul and Lynn Edelstein In Honor of Meg Goldstein Sandra Weinstein In Memory of Barry Berman Paul and Lynn Edelstein In Memory of Judy Poler Demby Robert and Mary Rothkopf In Memory of Jay Gittleman Paul and Lynn Edelstein In Memory of Krayna Sadoff Koslow Steven and Sharon Hockfield In Memory of Mary Lou Paul and Lynn Edelstein In Memory of Sergio Chait’s mother Lee and Wendy Pake In Memory of Penny Dragonetti Gary Silverstein
In Memory of Isaac Luski Paul and Lynn Edelstein Michael and Judie Van Glish In Memory of Stanley Mazur Estelle Rosen Lee and Wendy Pake In Memory of Sam Polk David and Janet Lefkowitz In Memory of Marilyn Swimmer Buxbaum Children Paul and Lynn Edelstein Keith Greenspon Stanley Greenspon Mimi Osiason In Memory of Donna Witikka Matthew Gromet and Phyllis Schultz Jack and Vera Mendel Leonard and Judi Strause In Memory of Jim Woodard Paul and Lynn Edelstein
