Eight nights. Eight leaders. One community.
This Chanukah, we shine a light on the individuals whose quiet strength and unwavering dedication helped build and sustain Crown Heights. Each night, we honor a different community hero whose legacy continues to guide our work at CHJCC.
Tonight we honor R’ Avraham Flint OBM
Rabbi Avraham Flint devoted over two decades to the Crown Heights Jewish Community Council. With his sharp mind, calm presence, and constant readiness to step in, he became a steady source of support for countless individuals and families seeking guidance, stability, and solutions.
A Talmid Chochom with a deep sense of communal responsibility, R’ Avraham served in many roles throughout his life, including being appointed by the Rebbe as the Crown Heights representative to the New York City school board, always advocating for the wellbeing and dignity of every resident. His humility, intelligence, and boundless patience left a lasting imprint on our neighborhood.
To honor his legacy of service, you may dedicate tonight’s light with a gift that helps CHJCC continue the vital work to which he gave so much.
His dedication illuminated the path for many.
Donate: https://buy.stripe.com/eVq9AT8Bk1At81y9H09Zm00Or Zelle: crownheightsjcc
where is the complete list? Id like to give in honor of a previous listing.
At Rav Flint’s initiative, the School Board was the first of 2 such boards to vote to order the Moment of Silent Prayer in all schools. Yitzchok Wagshal, Mordechai Eckhaus, and I were elected by 1,250 Anash on a heavily rainy day, winning a record 4 seats, winning BY ONE VOTE. The Moment Of Silence resolution captured the attention of the media, until the Board of Education Chancellor had his lawyer write a cease and desist letter in opposition. That lawyer became a Brooklyn Judge 4 years ago and after I confronted him, I had to forgive him because “he… Read more »
Rabbi Flint was a kind and caring man who utilized his talents and knowledge to serve the community. May his neshama have an aliya