The Sidney Albert Albany Jewish Community Center warmly invites you to be part of a special celebration honoring leaders whose generosity, dedication, and compassion have strengthened our community.

At the 26th Annual Pillars of the Community Awards, we will proudly recognize Robert Kivort, Scott and Ellen Hollander, and Garry and Jane Sanders—individuals whose commitment to the greater Jewish community embodies the core values of the Pillars: learning, service, and acts of kindness.

The celebration will take place on Monday, May 18, 2026, at the Albany JCC. Each year, more than 200 local business leaders, community partners, friends, family members, and JCC staff gather for this meaningful and inspiring event, and we hope you can join use this year. Your participation is a meaningful way to honor our distinguished recipients while also supporting the vital work of the JCC, directly supporting the programs, experiences, and community connections that make our organization a vibrant and welcoming place for all.