JGSTB's Sharon Stern honored as a Woman of Distinction

Nov 24, 2025
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Jewish Genealogical Society of Tampa Bay’s Sharon Stern is one of this year’s recipients of the Jewish Federation of Florida’s Gulf Coast Women of Distinction Awards.

The Sonia Miller Women of Distinction Awards returned after a five-year hiatus with a ceremony on May 4.

The Women of Distinction honorees “embody the values of compassion, leadership, and unwavering commitment to Jewish life,” a Federation release said. “These outstanding individuals have dedicated themselves to strengthening our community and making a meaningful impact in countless ways.”

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