More than 400 Attendees at Jewish Federation’s Main Event
On November 10, more than 400 members of the greater Ann Arbor Jewish community gathered at Washtenaw Community College for the Jewish Federation’s Main Event. This year’s event featured author and philanthropist Mitch Albom, whose compelling talk focused on his newest novel, Twice, his philanthropic work, and living a life of meaning and connection.
In addition to Albom’s presentation, Prue and Ami (z”l) Rosenthal were honored with the fourth annual Pillar Award for years of exemplary service to the community in the areas of Federation’s foundational pillars: Philanthropy, Engagement, and Convening.
A reception with food, drink, live music, a raffle, and book signing with Mitch Albom left attendees feeling a strong sense of connection and community.
Mitch Albom presenting at the Main Event.
The event raised over $160,000 in support of the 2026 Annual Community Campaign. The Jewish Federation has set an audacious $2 million goal for 2026, aiming to bringing in 25% more than last year to support a flourishing Jewish community locally, in Israel, and around the world. With the funds from the Main Event, the Campaign is about 45% of the way to meeting this goal.
To learn more about the Jewish Federation of Greater Ann Arbor and the Annual Community Campaign, visit JewishAnnArbor.org.