Thursday, November 13, 2025
Reception: 5:30 pm | Program: 7:00 pm
Reception: 5:30 pm
Program: 7:00 pm
Join the Federation for an inspiring conversation with Rachel Goldberg-Polin and Jon Polin as we come together to support the future of our community.
Rachel and Jon are parents of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, a 23-year-old who was kidnapped from the Nova Music Festival on October 7 and brutally murdered by Hamas terrorists after nearly a year of captivity in Gaza.
Despite their unimaginable loss, Rachel and Jon continue advocating on behalf of the remaining hostages, bringing hope and light to Jewish communities worldwide. Their strength and resilience in the face of unspeakable grief are incredibly moving and a testament to who they are as global leaders of the Jewish people. We are honored to have them join us for this special evening.
Rachel and Jon will be in conversation about how we don’t just hope for a better future, we build it. Even in the most difficult times, the Jewish people have shown an extraordinary capacity to persist, to unite, and to lead with resilience and purpose.
Reception includes heavy hors d’oeuvres and drinks. Dietary laws observed. Complimentary parking at the venue.
*Address provided closer to event date.
Ticket Tiers
General Admission – $180
Event Supporter – $500
Includes access to a reserved seating section near the stage
Event Patron – $2,500
Includes access to a reserved seating section near the stage and recognition in the program book and the digital display as an Event Patron
Student – $72
Host Committee
Naomi and Josh Alhadeff
Kaori and Daniel Barvin
Nevet Basker and Gabriel Scherzer
Daniel Becker and Will Becker Quantz
Shelley and Larry Bensussen
Rachel and Sam Blum
Inez and Lior Caspi
Karin and Hart Cole
Hillary Madsen and Rob Dolin
Andrea and Alex Gamoran
Courtney Keller and Matt Godofsky
Shayna and Brian Goldfarb
Jenna and T.J. Goltermann
Janna and Nisan Harel
Sarah and Eric Hasson
Dena and Drew Herbolich
Tamar and Naaman Heyman
Briana Holtzman and Solly Kane
Connie Kanter
Zac Kaplan
Lorna and David Isenberg
Ron Leibsohn
Lea and Benjamin Lipman
Andrea and Jordan Lott
Katherine Zinger and Corey Miller
Danielle and Paul Nacamuli
Karli and Josh Niehaus
Rebecca and Jason Okrent
Rivy Poupko Kletenik
Lucy and Herb Pruzan
Stephanie and David Shujman
Nancy and Jeff Slotnick
Dafna and Michael Tarlowe
Miri and Benjamin Tilson
Dena and Jacob Tobis
Caitlin and David Yusen
Questions?
Please reach out to Tori Schwartz, Director of Development, at ToriS@jewishinseattle.org or 206-774-2291.
This evening is in support of the Federation’s work to create a vibrant Jewish community in Seattle and beyond.
