Do you want to:
Shape the future of our Jewish community?
Be a member of a well-connected leadership network?
Learn skills that will serve as the foundation for your volunteer life?
Meet new people and form life-long friendships?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, then Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte’s Bernstein Leadership Group (BLG) is definitely for you.
Graduates of this 18-month Jewish leadership development program, for people ages 25-45, have gone on to serve on organizational boards and committees, develop important community initiatives and hold key positions within the community.
Program Details:
• Actively participate in monthly seminars focused on personal and community leadership growth
• Gain an in-depth understanding of Jewish Federation of Greater Charlottle and its network of non-profit organizations as well as the greater Charlotte community.
• Get the chance to learn from and connect with Jewish community leaders
• Build life-long connections with a cohort of like-minded, emerging young leaders
March 2025 – August 2026; most meetings will be held on Sunday evenings
Participation Fee: $180 includes program cost and an immersive leadership experience
Applications will become available starting January 6
Applications due: February 17, 2025
Sending out Acceptances: March 3, 2025
Class Schedule click here
Questions? Contact Megan Harkavy at megan.harkavy@jewishcharlotte.org or 704-944-6788
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is BLG?
A: BLG is a leadership program designed to teach Jewish young adults professional skills in communication, conflict management, team building, and much more, all guided and informed by Jewish values.
Q: Who can apply for BLG?
A: Any Jewish individual between the ages of 25 and 45 with an interest in the program may apply!
To apply, click here.
Q: What makes BLG different from other leadership programs?
A: BLG takes the time to integrate lessons like tzedakah and tikkun olam into its curriculum, as well as offers a unique perspective into Jewish Charlotte, its agencies, and our relationship/ history with Israel.
Q: Who are the BLG Alumni?
A: Many of greater Charlotte's Jewish professionals are alumni of BLG, including Federation Board members, staff, committee and event Chairs, and many influential members of our community.