Sheefra Blumenthal

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City Director, Atlanta

An experienced facilitator with a background in leadership, storytelling, and Jewish education, Sheefra Blumenthal empowers communities to engage in meaningful acts of service. She holds a degree in English Creative Writing and Spanish Literature from the University of Colorado Boulder, where her final thesis combined her love of service and storytelling. Inspired by her volunteer work at an orphanage in Peru, she produced a documentary titled Why Are They Always Sitting in the Street? alongside an original screenplay, demonstrating her commitment to understanding and addressing societal challenges through service and creative expression.

A graduate of the North American Institute of Medical Herbalism, Sheefra later served as Program Director of a Farm-to-Apothecary Apprenticeship Program in Oregon. In addition to managing the program’s day-to-day operations, she infused her passion for Jewish values by hosting weekly community Shabbat gatherings. She has continued to foster Jewish connection and education wherever she goes, bringing people together through event facilitation, workshops, and meaningful conversations rooted in Jewish tradition.

Sheefra has led group programs, workshops, and events that encourage collaboration, personal growth, and inclusivity. Her holistic approach integrates her expertise in communication, community-building, and leadership, helping individuals and organizations align with their highest potential.

Outside of her professional work, Sheefra is inspired by nature, yoga, and loves to cook. She is also passionate about Jewish mysticism and personal growth. Originally from Atlanta, Sheefra has a deep personal connection to the city and its rich history, and is excited to be contributing to its vibrant culture and community.

Sara Tasini

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Senior Program Associate, Atlanta

Sara’s commitment to service began in childhood, volunteering alongside her family and synagogue at a local soup kitchen. This early experience helped her internalize the Jewish value of Tikkun Olam and sparked a lifelong dedication to helping others. After earning her bachelor’s degree in Art History and French from Emory University, she moved to New York City, where a growing passion for social and economic justice led her to become a classroom teacher.

Over the next decade, Sara taught elementary school in New York, Denver, and Atlanta, always with a focus on advancing equity and empowering students. She now brings that same passion and purpose to her role as Senior Program Associate, where she is excited to apply her skills as an educator to facilitate meaningful programs and drive community impact.
Outside of work, Sara enjoys cooking, reading, spending time in nature, house projects, and making pottery. She lives in Atlanta with her husband, son, and cat.

Lisa Bodziner

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Senior Director, National Expansion Strategy

At Repair the World, Lisa enjoys wearing lots of hats in supporting the organization’s fundraising, programmatic and partnership expansion across the globe. Prior to her work at Repair, Lisa Bodziner grew up in Savannah, GA and graduated from the University of Wisconsin—Madison with a comparative religion major and Jewish studies minor. She then lived in Israel for four years where she attended the Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies and received a Master’s Degree in Jewish Education from Hebrew College. After leaving Israel, Lisa taught at the San Diego Jewish Academy then moved to Reisterstown, MD to work at the Pearlstone Center. Lisa became the Director of Educational Engagement at the Macks Center for Jewish Education and received certification in experiential Jewish education from Yeshiva University. Lisa was then the Executive Director of Towson University-Hillel from 2017-2022. Living in Savannah, GA now with her husband, two children, Dovi and Lila, and doggie, Opal, Lisa loves hosting folks for Shabbat. In her spare time, she runs a jewelry/accessory business and volunteers in her own hometown.