Rabbi Avi Goldstein

Rabbi Avi Goldstein, a community builder in Columbus, Ohio, and Meir Perlmutter, a long-time community organizer, reveal the surprising growth of Orthodox Jewish life in the Midwest. They discuss how Columbus offers affordable housing and lower tuition costs compared to traditional centers like New York. The pair shares insights on creating local kosher infrastructure, fostering a tight-knit community, and the job market's growth. Their passion paints Columbus as an inviting and evolving hub for Jewish families seeking a purposeful life.