Tag: Beth Sholom

  • DonorStrong – Geo Poor: Anyone Can Leave a Legacy

    DonorStrong – Geo Poor: Anyone Can Leave a Legacy

    Geo Poor, Executive Director of Beth Sholom Synagogue, did not grow up in Memphis – in fact, he only moved to the Mid-South six years ago. However, upon moving here, Geo immediately recognized and appreciated the multiple ways in which Beth Sholom provided and cared for its members and community.…

  • Marlene Tenenbaum Gerson Honored with 2016 Kipnis-Wilson/Friedland Award

    Marlene Tenenbaum Gerson Honored with 2016 Kipnis-Wilson/Friedland Award

    Every other year, The Jewish Federations of North America asks each community to nominate a woman for the Kipnis-Wilson/Friedland Award. This award recognizes women who exemplify the spirit of the Lion of Judah by proven commitment to the Jewish community through leadership and philanthropic giving. This year, Memphis Jewish Federation…