Scott Garson recently received the 2025 Gries Family Award in recognition of his contribution to Cleveland’s Jewish and general communities.

For more than 25 years, the Gries Family Award has honored individuals who have demonstrated extensive top leadership in Federation and other local Jewish organization activities, as well as significant leadership in Greater Cleveland’s general community, according to a news release.

Garson was presented the award at the Federation’s board of trustees meeting on Oct. 20.

“I have always believed that the strength of our Jewish community is deeply tied to the strength of our greater Cleveland community,” Garson said in the release. “When we build connections between the two – rooted in shared purpose, sustainability, and compassion – we create a brig

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