People in Our Neighborhood
Meet Betty Jontiff: A Grandparent Connector Helping Build Community in Baltimore
If you ask Betty Jontiff what brings her joy, her answer is simple: family, creativity and meaningful connections. As a Grandparent Connector with The Network, she’s passionate about helping grandparents in the Baltimore Jewish community find opportunities to connect, learn and build lasting relationships. From Baltimore to Israel and Back Born and raised in Baltimore, […]
Meet Joshua Zommick
Joshua Zommick believes that some of the best connections begin by simply showing up. Whether he’s volunteering, celebrating Jewish holidays or attending young adult experiences, he loves finding opportunities to build relationships and create meaningful moments with others. Get to know Joshua and what inspires him to stay connected to Jewish Baltimore. How did you […]
Meet Sammy Levitt
Volunteer experiences in Baltimore have the power to bring people together, build lasting relationships and strengthen our community. As our new Senior Associate of Volunteer Experiences, Sammy Levitt is excited to help people discover meaningful ways to get involved. Get to know Sammy, learn what inspired her to join The Network and hear what she’s […]
Meet the Cohen Family: PJ Library’s Mishpacha of the Month
Meet Jessica and Jake Cohen, their children, Asher and Elsie, and their beloved Cavapoo, Rudy! The Cohen family has called Canton home for the past four years. Jessica and Jake first met while attending the University of Maryland. After college, they moved to Fells Point before eventually settling back in Baltimore, where they have lived […]
Meet Our Carroll County Connectors
Building Jewish Community, One Conversation at a Time Looking for a Carroll County Jewish community where you can build meaningful relationships? At the Jewish Connection Network, we believe community starts with one conversation. Our Carroll County Connectors are here to help you meet other Jewish families, discover local opportunities and feel at home in Jewish […]
Meet Carol Goldstein
Tell us a little about yourself I am a retired hospice nurse who moved to Towson after my husband, David, passed away. This has enabled me to be closer to my children and grandchildren, which has been a source of incredible joy! I was also fortunate enough to join Bolton Street Synagogue which afforded me […]
Meet Leora Match
Finding Connection Through Community My name is Leora Match, and I am a proud Baltimore transplant, nature-lover, musician, PJ Library parent, and Jewish professional. Becoming a mom has me reflecting deeply on community, ritual, and the traditions we choose to carry forward. As the Director of Adamah Adventure Camp at Pearlstone, I love helping children connect […]
Meet our Dad Connectors
Finding community as a parent can be challenging, especially when life is busy. Our Dad Connectors are helping create spaces where Jewish fathers can build friendships, share experiences, and strengthen connections for themselves and their families. Meet three dads who are bringing people together and helping build a more connected Jewish community in Baltimore. Meet […]
Meet Hayley Cushing
Tell us a little about yourself. Hi! I’m originally from Shrewsbury, New Jersey, a very small town in Monmouth County. I attended the University of Maryland, College Park, and later completed my MBA at Loyola University Maryland. My husband Scott and I currently live in Timonium with our rescue pittie, Bubba, who keeps us entertained. […]
Julius Rosenwald, Education and Jewish American Philanthropy
By Michaela Wilson, Marketing Manager, The Associated: Jewish Federation of Baltimore During Jewish American Heritage Month, I’ve been reflecting on my family history, particularly my great-grandfather’s cousin, Julius Rosenwald. Rosenwald is best known for his partnership with Booker T. Washington to help fund what became known as Rosenwald Schools, an effort that shaped access to […]