Greater Raleigh Jewish Community Shines at 2025 Illumination Gala
The 2025 Illumination Gala Lip Sync Battle was a night to remember. Thank you to everyone who attended, donated, or even celebrated the Jewish Federation of Greater Raleigh and our community partnerships.
Your generosity allows us to continue our hard work of bringing connection, care, and community to Greater Raleigh.
Congratulations to the Challah Back Girls on winning the Golden Microphone Trophy for their sparkling performance of Taylor Swift! They received the top honor from judges Arthur Gordon, Stuart Schwartz, and Carole Guld. We want to give a special thanks to ALL the lip sync acts for their hard work, creativity, and enthusiasm.
The Challah Back Girls: Samantha Brody, Laura Guld, and Taylor Price
Don’t You Fuhgeddabout Me: Graham Satisky & Jonathan Wertheim
Orna & the Tchotcheke Chicks: Orna Drawas, Mindy Oberhardt, Roberta Blumberg, Sharon Lewis, and Andy Weissel
We are so grateful for our event co-chairs, Jeremy & Liza Deckelbaum and Kellie Falk & Joe Patterson for their leadership.
Thank you to Michael Guld for returning as our emcee for the evening.
Thank you to Derek Crayton of Bread and Butter Catering for their help in providing Kosher meals for guests who requested them.
Thank you to our sponsors! Your support ensured that this a magical night for all of our guests.
Finally, thank you to our Board of Trustees, staff and community guests for your support of our Jewish Federation. Together, we are building a bright future for the Greater Raleigh Jewish community.
