STORYTELLING THROUGH FILM
The Columbus Jewish Film Festival In Celebration of Andrew Ethan Stern is committed to presenting cutting-edge international films and ancillary programming that reflect a myriad of Jewish experiences. Festival goals include engaging Jewish individuals and groups in the production of the Festival; building and inspiring new audiences; facilitating dialogue among diverse communities; promoting Tikkun Olam and social justice; and enriching Jewish culture and the Columbus arts community. Film screenings, educational programs, social events, celebrations and community collaborations are tools used to accomplish these goals.
Become a sponsor
Presenting Sponsor
- 8 tickets to all CJFF films
- Reserved seating at all JCC screenings
- Private reception with special guest, Janis Ian
Producer
- 4 tickets to all CJFF films
- Reserved seating at all JCC screenings
- Private reception with special guest, Janis Ian
- Recognition on all marketing
Director
- 2 tickets to all CJFF films
- Reserved seating at all JCC screenings
- Private reception with special guest, Janis Ian
- Recognition on digital marketing
screenwriter
- 2 tickets to all CJFF films
- Recognition on digital marketing
Film Enthusiast
- 4 tickets to any CJFF film
- Recognition on digital marketing
Supporter
- 2 tickets to any CJFF film
- Recognition on digital marketing
Thank you to our 2025-26 Sponsors
Presenting Sponsor
Rozanne & Jerry Stern
Producer
Lenore Schottenstein and Jewish Arts Fund
Director
Congregation beth Tikvah
Lewin/Madison/Tuckerman Families
Screenwriter
Jennie and Seth Cammeyer
Julie and Doug Cohen
Melissa and Ronnie Conn
Carol and Jeff Folkerth
Miriam Freimer and Ed Levine
Debby and Ira Kane
Clemy and Bob Keidan
Melton Center for Jewish Studies at OSU
Andrew Smith and Lavea Brachman
Dr Jeff and Bethanne Tilson
Joan Wallick
Film Enthusiast
Carol and Stephen Handler
Rebecca and Joel Luck
Linda and Howard Schottenstein
Hilary and Mike Talis
Sheila Torch
Supporter
Vicki Canter
Steven and Bridget Dritz
Joyce Edelman and Neal Hoffman
David and Julie Fishman
Julie and Andrew Glassman
Lee Hess and Irene Levine
Jonathan Petuchowski and Leslie Yenkin
Sandra and Bernie Senser
Updated 8.28.25
2025 CJFF Comittee
Festival Chairs
Lesli Mautz & Paul Wolfson
Steering Committee
Noah Abrams, Dawn Balapole, Vicki Canter, Becky Dausen, Cheryl Dritz, Steve Dritz, Carol Glassman, Ben Golden, Joanne Kesten, Alan Lichtscien and Allison Mautz.
Past Festival Chairs
Melva Schottenstein z”l, Jody Altschule, Ayelet Ben-David, Marjie Coopersmith, June Frankel, Gigi Fried, Carole Genshaft, Carol Handler, Hani Hara, Linda Katz, Sandy Meizlish, Debby Kane
Remembering Andrew Ethan STern
The JCC Columbus Jewish Film Festival is named in honor of Andrew Ethan Stern, an adored son, cherished friend, successful businessman, athlete, animal rights activist, mentor and humanitarian. Andrew was kind and generous. Through determination and thoughtfulness, Andrew was outstanding in all of his endeavors from school and sports to business. Following his childhood dream, he moved to Los Angeles and began his career in marketing with the Los Angeles Lakers. A successful entrepreneur, Andrew was an Internet marketing pioneer and founded his company, Seed Corn Advertising in 2002. Andrew was a true team player. He had a strong work ethic and always supported his friends and loved ones. His life and legacy of generosity and dedication to those around him will be remembered by the lives he touched and those who knew him.
Contact
For more information, please reach out to Festival Director, Emily Schuss, at eschuss@columbusjcc.org or (614) 559-6205