I

n a city defined by its resil-
ience, the Grand Ballroom of 
Detroit’s Renaissance Center 
shimmered with hope and unity 
at Yeshiva Beth Yehudah’s Annual 
Dinner on Sunday, Nov. 3. It was 
an evening where over 2,500 
people from every corner of 
Michigan gathered — not just to 
celebrate but to share in something 
deeply human: the act of coming 
together to support each other.
The theme of unity wasn’t merely spo-

OUR COMMUNITY
ON THE COVER

Unity

An Evening 
An Evening 
 
 
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of

Yeshiva Beth Yehudah’s 
Annual Dinner brings 
Detroiters together.

JN STAFF 

8 | DECEMBER 5 • 2024 

ABOVE: There was an esteemed dais of political, 
business and religious leaders from across the nation.

RIGHT TOP: Matt and Nicole Lester were feted by 
friends, family and dignitaries, including Sen. Debbie 
Stabenow and Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, for their 
extraordinary contributions to the community. 

RIGHT: Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan’s remarks spoke 
to the evening’s spirit of unity and hope.

ANDREW POTTER

SHAWN SCOTT