Make A Difference
Arlene Solomon Visions Dinner Thursday February 15, 2018
tribute to
Arlene Solomon
Arlene Solomon was an integral part of Women’s Philanthropy at the Jewish Federation for many years. Arlene saw the importance of having women of all ages around the table and was inspired to endow the Women’s Philanthropy Jewish Federation Annual Campaign event, Visions. The Arlene Solomon Visions event has been an important program for bringing women together with a common goal to help others both here in Long Beach and around the world. Arlene also provided funds for women’s leadership. She delighted in being a mentor to the younger women and knew the value of ensuring that the next generation would carry on our philanthropic work.
Zichrona Livracha - May her memory be for a blessing.
CHAI ANGELS Thank you to the Chai Angels who made this evening possible: Reva Alban Barbara Alpert Binnie Berro Rosecarrie Brooks Frieda Caplan Shelley Carl Sandra Carr Elaine Davis Jean Feldman Debbie Feldman Alicia Friedmann Judith Gelb
Lea Gerber Nicole Honigman Sandra Horwitz Andrea Kaiser Leslie Kern Julie Kinsbursky Kathy Kreida Gail Levy Nancy Linden Amy Lipeles Evelyn Litwin Judy Lorber
Bonnie Lowenthal Julie Neilson Shari Nemirow Rhoda Orenstein Linda Palitz Wendy Puzarne Laurie Raykoff Helen Rosenberg Shirley Ross Sherri Selmanson Leslie Shiffman Cindy Shilkret
Barbara Shoag Renee Simon Myrna Simon Gloria Simon Louise Sperr Karen Strelitz Thelma Teitel Rita Zamost Karen Zoller
Special Thank You to Friedas Produce for Centerpiece Fruit Corporate Partners
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Woman of Vision Joyce Greenspan
Alpert Jewish Community Center Honoree
FAMILY: Born in Cleveland, Ohio, as the first child of the next generation, I had the distinction of being the center of my family’s universe for the first 6 years of my life. Once grown up, I worked at neighborhood centers as a youth worker until I had my three children, Jacquie, Deborah and Josh. I returned to my career in non-profit work, first at the Long Beach JCC, than Long Beach and West OC Federation; USC and finally Regional Director at The Anti Defamation League. I have been married to Mike for 26 years and acquired two more wonderful sons: Jason and Eric. Now we are a family of 5 married children and 8 grandchildren. 20 strong. JEWISH ROLE MODEL(S): My inspiration came from a loving Jewish extended family from grandparents, parents and aunts and uncles. INSPIRATION: JCC was my childhood hangout in Cleveland. The Shaker Lee House, the local JCC, was in my neighborhood. My first job after returning to work after I had my children was at the Long Beach JCC as the Youth and Day Camp Director from 1979 to 1984. I have returned to the JCC again as a volunteer where I am first vice-president of the board and co-chairing the Arts Fest. The JCC has always been a place of acceptance and a place to grow both physically and emotionally.
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Woman of Vision Reva Kracoff
Congregation Lubavitch Honoree FAMILY: I was born in San Diego and raised in Orange County. My mother was born in the Bronx and was the youngest of 4 girls. My grandmother was the youngest of 9 children who emigrated from Russia to the US through Ellis Island when she was 2. My grandfather’s family came from Latvia to England. At a young age, he and his sister were sent to New York to live in an orphanage. I moved to Brooklyn after high school and worked in Manhattan. After meeting my husband, I returned to California to raise my family of 5 girls and 1 boy in the community where I grew up. I graduated from The Hebrew Academy and my children did as well. Two of my children now live in New York and the rest live locally, but most importantly, my grandson lives in L.A. JEWISH ROLE MODEL(S): My mother was a single mother who made me her sole priority. She sacrificed everything to make sure I had a Jewish education. She was a very spiritual person with a close connection to G-d. Although life was not easy for her, she would always say “G-d has never let me down.” My mother passed away at the young age of 64. Thanks to her I have an extended family in the community of Long Beach where I live and raised my family. INSPIRATION: I wanted to be an example to my children the way my mother was to me. Both my husband and I were raised by parents who were active in their shuls and it was important to both of us to do the same with our family. I was involved in the Congregation Lubavitch and Hebrew Academy communities since I was 13 years old. I have spearheaded numerous programs and events at the shul including helping the community families through life cycle events. I have always looked at the community as my extended family. 3
Woman of Vision Ellen Goldsmith
Congregation Shir Chadash Honoree FAMILY: I was born and raised in San Francisco. My family of origin consisted of 2 parents, both born in Europe and a brother and a sister. My Husband, Howard, and I have 2 grown daughters, Ariela and Miriam, who is married to Randy. We do lots of things together, including weekly family dinners with my mom and all who are available. JEWISH ROLE MODEL(S): My Jewish role models are my parents and my maternal grandmother. My grandmother fled Austria and never saw her parents again. She had more strength than anyone I have ever known. In 1938, my mother fled Austria on the Kindertransport. She always gave of herself to others and professionally became a social worker. My father fled Germany and started with nothing in San Francisco and worked his way up and had a successful career in business. My parents were great role models and always supported Jewish organizations. INSPIRATION: I originally became involved in Jewish organizations after I completed my Double Masters degree at Hebrew Union College and USC. Marrying a rabbi also encouraged my involvement! I have done programming in the synagogue (Torat Nashim) and in the broader Jewish community with retreats and the Women’s Seder. I am also the Nefesh Professional Coordinator for Camp Newman. At Congregation Shir Chadash, I have volunteered in the kitchen and cooked many meals. I helped with synagogue retreats and helped teach confirmation and lead Jewish trips to NYC. I love all of the volunteering as I always gain more than I share. I have met wonderful and dedicated people and I get to work with friends and be fed Jewishly.
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Woman of Vision Nelli Greenspan
Hebrew Academy Honoree
FAMILY: I was born in Netanya, Israel, the youngest of 7 children. We had the most loving and caring parents and grandmothers. My parents were born in Libya and came to Israel when they were young. They had to run away because they were Jewish. They had to learn Hebrew as their second language and before you know it, they picked it up as if it was their first language. My father was a police officer and was the first bomb diffuser in Israel. My father taught me to love my country and do all I can to support it. From both of my parents I learned the importance of caring, supporting and protecting the “Family”. I am married to the love of my life, Uri Steve Greenspan. We met at the Alpert JCC during Jewlicious. We have 2 kids: Ethan, 6 years old and Ariel, 4 years old and they are the joy of our lives. JEWISH ROLE MODEL(S): My mom Malka (Queen in Hebrew) is my queen, my role model and the anchor of our family. While my father spent his days and nights to protecting the people of Israel, my mom had to raise her 7 kids & send 7 kids to the military. She taught us the value of “Hachnasat Orchim” - welcoming the guest into your house with food and hospitality. INSPIRATION: My mom used to say that when I grow up I will have very important role that I can impact the generations to come by continuing the traditions of the Jewish people and the traditions of our family. I became an educator and now serve as Director of Admissions at the Hebrew Academy. My position is far more than a job- it is my passion that young children be educated to have a strong affiliation with Israel and their Jewish heritage.
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Woman of Vision Danielle Botvin Hillel Honoree
FAMILY: I grew up in Santa Clarita, CA. My family, like most families, is one huge mess of craziness and love. My dad was born and raised in Israel, and his family still resides there today. I believe it is because of my family in Israel that I have such a strong presence in the Long Beach Jewish community. My mother and her mother have always shown me what it means to really support each other and truly demonstrates what family is and should be. JEWISH ROLE MODEL(S): My Jewish Role Model is Rachel Kaplan, executive director of Beach Hillel. I have never, in my life, met someone who does so much, for so many people, and does an amazing job at all of it. Her job is to enrich the lives of Jewish students on campus, which she does, but she goes above and beyond in all of the events she plans, and relationships she builds. I cannot imagine where I would be without Rachel supporting me through it all. INSPIRATION: I remember my transition into college. I was worried that being away from my family would make me lose touch with my identity as an Israeli, as well as my identity as a Jew. I immediately sought out Beach Hillel during our week of welcome. Our Israel Fellow was speaking Hebrew and I knew I found my new home. I have made it my mission to get as many people involved in Hillel, this amazing rewarding organization. Being a part of Hillel has changed my life. All of my most memorable college experiences are from Hillel events, or with my amazing friends from Hillel. I feel that I am always supported, and I am free to be me. I have found a home away from home, a support system, a second family. I found Beach Hillel.
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Woman of Vision Nicole Honigman
Jewish Community Foundation Honoree FAMILY: I was born in Glendale and grew up in Montebello, an eastern suburb of Los Angeles in a Croatian, Catholic family. I grew up with a working Mom and although quite common now it was a challenge for a working woman in the 50’s. My Mom taught me to be independent and self-reliant. But, no matter how late we always sat down together for dinner. JEWISH ROLE MODEL(S): Not being raised in a Jewish Home, it was my mother-in law, Alyce Honigman, who chose to recognize the similarities in our cultures, food and family. She showed me how to incorporate Jewish traditions into my home, to make chicken soup, hamentashen and to make a seder. Family and food are so important. The second is Lynne Rosentein who I met when I walked through the doors of the JCC in 1985 with a three year old in tow. She would sit in the lobby everyday when our kids were dismissed and cultivate friendships. She taught me about the richness and importance of community and the type of commitment and dedication it took to sustain it. INSPIRATION: Being a part of this community for over 30 years the Foundation Board offered me the chance to deepen my understanding of commitment to the entire Jewish Community. It gives me the chance to offer stewardship and develop my own legacy for the future. I want to do my part in helping sustain a thriving and welcoming community for the future. I have made long lasting friendships and am developing new ones. I enjoy the challenge of learning something new about how things work in the Jewish Community and putting those skills to work. 7
Woman of Vision Norma Stein
Jewish Family & Children’s Service Honoree FAMILY: I was born in Seattle and as a “Navy brat” lived in many parts of the country. My hometown is Cypress, CA, where my husband Jan and I have lived for over 26 years and raised our sons Evan and Jordan. I am Hispanic with family origins from Spain, France, Mexico, and Native American. JEWISH ROLE MODEL(S): Binnie Berro is a dynamic leader whose qualities and character make her my Jewish Role model. She has and continues to do so much for the Jewish community and I deeply admire her generosity and philanthropic leadership. Binnie’s graciousness is the gold standard for which I think everyone would all agree is something to aspire to. INSPIRATION: With a degree in social work, I have always had a profound desire to help others in some meaningful capacity. While my career as a human resources executive has contributed to the growth and success of the companies I’ve worked there has nonetheless remained a strong desire to help those in need in my community. When presented with the opportunity to join the JFCS Board of Directors approximately five years ago, I was deeply honored to become part of this vital organization. Being an officer and member of the JFCS leadership team has been one of the most inspirational and meaningful experiences of my life. In addition to assisting JFCS with fund raising activities, strategic planning, and more, it has been gratifying to lend my expertise in human resources. To that end, one of my biggest rewards was being involved in the recruitment of Kathryn Miles and Pattie Davidson whose many contributions to JFCS are notable. To me JFCS is the essence of Tikkun Olam, working to make our community and our world a better place.
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Woman of Vision Leslie Kern
Jewish Federation Honoree FAMILY: I was born in Glendale and have lived in southern California all my life. Raised in a Christian home with a Catholic mother and Methodist father, I first became intrigued with Judaism when my best friend in elementary school was Jewish. I then met my husband, Aaron, while in nursing school at UCLA and began attending family gatherings that centered on Jewish traditions. My future in-laws, Trudy and Arthur, were both Holocaust survivors and wonderful role models for Jewish culture and values. Once married, Aaron and I had no difficulty deciding that our daughters (Rachel and Shira) should be raised Jewish and the family became members of Temple Beth David in Westminster. Our family journeyed with the Long Beach Federation in 1999 to Israel and I saw the importance of this phenomenal organization. I have been actively involved in the Jewish Federation for over 17 years, having served on numerous committees and in a number of key positions, including Visions Chair and Women’s Philanthropy Chair. JEWISH ROLE MODEL(S): I have had many wonderful Jewish role models and would like to acknowledge the following individuals who profoundly influenced my Jewish education: Sandy Horwitz, Sharon Kenigsberg, Amy Lipeles, Ann Licht (OBM), Sheri Monsein, Rabbi Nancy Myers, Shari Nemirow, Marla Smalewitz, and Nina Yoshpe INSPIRATION: The Jewish Federation is one of the most important organizations for assisting people in need all over the world. I have personally met numerous individuals, Jews and non-Jews, who have benefitted from the Federation’s support. The friends I have made during my volunteer work have been a blessing and I plan to continue my involvement in the coming years I would like to thank my family for their constant love and support, and in particular, my husband Aaron who sets a very high standard of what it means to be a “good Jew”. 9
Woman of Vision Barbara Wolfe
National Council of Jewish Women Honoree
FAMILY: I was born in Los Angeles and raised in Long Beach. I attended Lowell Elementary, Rogers Jr. High and Wilson High School. My husband, Harry of blessed memory, and I raised our 2 sons in Long Beach. I have 3 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Before children I worked as a surgical nurse and then I went back to school and became a social worker. I worked as a social worker at the JCC taking kids (including my sons) on travel camps. I later worked for Kaiser in Harbor City for 18 years as an administrator. We are a close and fun loving family and they have always supported me in whatever endeavor I have undertaken. JEWISH ROLE MODEL(S): I have always had the love and support of my family, especially my mother. I also had an English teacher that saw something in me and took me under her wing. Her investment in me made a big difference in my life. INSPIRATION: Since high school I have been motivated by progressive ideals, advocacy, education, philanthropy and community service, which brought me to NCJW. I enjoy helping others and I am so proud of the important work we do in NCJW. that we do and am very proud to be able to help others. I worked to start the NCJW Kindergarten Festival which has been going on for 12 years. It is one of the projects I am most proud of. I have made wonderful friends and had such fun while helping others.
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Woman of Vision Eileen Braeman
Sharon-Carmel Hasassah Honoree
FAMILY: I was born & raised in Kansas City, Missouri . I was surrounded by a loving extended family with a closeness that has continued even today as they get together for family occasions. There are also those people who have become family and have greatly enhanced my life though the love, carrying, and respect they have for each other. JEWISH ROLE MODEL(S): My Jewish role model was my Aunt Lillian who kept a kosher house and taught Sunday school. While in high school, I was active in BBG. In the summer between my junior and senior year I spent 6 weeks in Israel with my synagogue’s youth group. This time in Israel gave me a strong connection to the land, the people, and a Jewish identity. While at the University of Missouri, I was active in SNEA (Student National Educator Association) and the University’s Hillel & I continue supporting our local Beach Hillel. Sharing my love of Judaism, I also taught third grade at Temple Israel for 16 years. INSPIRATION: My involvement in the community took me in many different directions, but it was joining Sharon Hadassah in 1999 that began a path of many years of board service & leadership. This is my third year as president of Sharon-Carmel Hadassah and I am honored to lead and be part of this group of wonderful women, as well as being given the opportunity to contribute to all of Hadassah’s projects. What makes Hadassah so special for me is that I have seen firsthand through my many travels to Israel the support Hadassah gives to projects from Youth Aliyah, care of children at risk, education, and the different aspects of their amazing medical research.
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Woman of Vision Goldie Weingarten
Shul by the Shore Honoree
FAMILY: I’m the second of 6 children of Rabbi Abba and Chanie Perelmuter. I was born in Boston and raised in Long Beach. I’m married to Naftoli Weingarten, a local podiatrist, and we have 3 children; Matti age 11, Tali age 9, and Chava Age 4, who all attend the Hebrew Academy. I am the grand daughter of Holocaust survivors and from a long line of Jewish community activists. I have my Masters in Social Work from Fordham University and currently work with the State of California to house adults with developmental disabilities. JEWISH ROLE MODEL(S): My mother is my Jewish role model. She showed us that living a Jewish life brings so much meaning, happiness and fulfillment. My mother was always a working mom who made being an Orthodox Jew fun and never let it feel like a burden. INSPIRATION: Shul by the Shore has been part of my life since I can remember. I don’t work for the Shul but it’s definitely a family affair. I love to pitch in and help whenever I can, even when my father “forces” me to! Being part of Shul by the Shore has given me and my family a much richer Jewish life experience. We have close friends in the community and feel part of the larger Jewish Long Beach.
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Woman of Vision Debbie Lelchuk
Temple Beth David Honoree
FAMILY: I was born at St. Mary’s Hospital and grew up in Buena Park. I am the proud descendant of immigrants! My father was born in Russia and my mother’s parents in Poland. I am married to Dan, a semi-retired executive with a passion for cars and watches. We have two amazing accomplished and beautiful daughters: Natasha has a BA from Reed College, and an MA in teaching from UCI and teaches English at South El Monte High School. Gillian will graduate in May with degrees in Writing and Math and a minor in Women and Gender Studies from Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore. JEWISH ROLE MODEL(S): My mother, Hilda Rodd, of blessed memory, was always attending meetings of philanthropic groups (Sisterhood, NCJW, etc.) and volunteering on boards or committees or projects for both Jewish and non-Jewish organizations. INSPIRATION: My parents joined Temple Beth David when I was five years old (as was TBD) and both were active volunteers. I have the time to volunteer and have seen the need, so I have stepped up. I served 8 years on the Temple Board in various positions and have been Social Action Chair for Temple Beth David Sisterhood since 2013, coordinating various charitable and sometimes educational projects. I’ve also served on the Lasting Legacy Committee and joined the Foundation Board in 2014. In Fall of 2017, as a member of the Temple Social Action Committee and in conjunction with the Union of Reform Judaism’s Campaign in support of DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) I coordinated with Rabbi Myers to bring a Dreamer to speak at a special Shabbat. Every project I undertake with TBD, I have the satisfaction of knowing we are doing our part for Tikkun Olam, Repairing the World. 13
Woman of Vision Sharon Kravitz Temple Beth Ohr Honoree
FAMILY: I was born and raised in Southern California. I went to Kindershul at the Long Beach JCC and I became a Bat Mitzvah & was confirmed at Temple Israel. I am happily married, for 29 years, to Mike who is a true partner & supporter. We are so proud of our twin daughters, Ashley, a marketing director & Courtney a fund developer. JEWISH ROLE MODEL(S): Golda Meir—growing up, knowing that a Jewish woman was not only a leader, but the Prime Minister was something to aspire to. A full circle moment came for me when I went to Independence Hall in Israel & saw her name on a chair plaque- honoring all the leaders who helped gain Independence for Israel. This has continued to inspire me to stand up for women’s rights. . My parents also taught me the importance of standing up for what you believe by modeling the importance of getting involved in Jewish organizations like B’nai B’rith and Hadassah. INSPIRATION: Being a part of a Jewish community, which includes being a member of our Chavurah family for over 18 years, has been very important to me. It is great having an extended Jewish family who share like-minded goals and values. I feel strongly by giving back to the community through my time, energy & professional skills that I am setting an example for my children and helping to ensure that we have a thriving Jewish community for generations to come. I have served on the Temple Board of Directors for over 20 years in various positions, including being President for 4 ½ years. It has also been rewarding to use my professional skills as a Leadership and Development Coach to lead Board retreats, leadership seminars & help streamline Temple processes. 14
Woman of Vision Shelley Carl
Temple Beth Shalom Honoree FAMILY: I grew up in Sacramento, CA. My family participated in the Sacramento community and the Jewish community too. Tom (a native of Long Beach) and I both grew up in families that taught us that it is our responsibility to make our world a better place-Tikkun Olam. Our son Matt is a Conservative Rabbi at East Midwood Jewish Center in Brooklyn, NY. I am lucky to have my 88-year-old mother, Estelle, and my siblings and their families living in Sacramento and Tom’s sisters and their families living here in Long Beach area. JEWISH ROLE MODEL(S): My maternal grandmother, Sophia Dubowsky, grew up in New York. She was crippled by polio at age of 3. Her disability never slowed her down. She and my grandfather moved to Sacramento during the Depression. She taught us how to live life. She never complained about anything. She worked outside of the home until she was 92 years old, because she loved going to work! She was the most giving woman. She was truly an “Eshet Chayil-A Woman of Valor.” INSPIRATION: As a member of Temple Beth Shalom and the Sisterhood since we joined the temple in 1973, I volunteer to ensure we have a strong, viable Conservative synagogue here in Long Beach. I have chaired three major Synagogue fundraisers and try to support the temple and the Sisterhood. As a member of the Sisterhood Board, I help organize, shop and plan our Pan Tournaments, Holiday Dinners and Donor Luncheons. Our Temple Beth Shalom Sisterhood is a small but mighty group of women! We raise lots of money while having fun, building friendships, and supporting Temple Beth Shalom too.
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Woman of Vision Chana Ham-Rosebrock
Temple Israel Honoree
FAMILY: I was born in Los Angeles and raised in Bellflower. My grandmother, Lottie Herskowitz Davis came to Chicago in 1910 by herself at the age of 16 ‘to pick up the gold in the streets & send for her family’. She & her best friend worked in the needle industry. My grandmother raised her two children through the depression, on her own. She eventually brought her mother and all her siblings from Czechoslovakia in 1923. My mother married and divorced and moved from Chicago to my great Aunt Sarah’s house in 1947. By then Sarah was a well known union organizer, feminist & community leader. Sarah got my mom a job at Lou-Arts in L.A., where Sarah was the forelady and my father already worked. My three adult children & their spouses: Lena & Jeff Shupper, Isaac & Martina Ham-Rosebrock and Sarah Rose & Josh Marris not only continue in our religious traditions, but all three seek out opportunities to be socially active and to raise awareness and/or money for humanitarian causes, donate blood and support friends and neighbors in their communities. JEWISH ROLE MODEL(S): My mother is my primary role model. My parents were community minded - my father active in his union, and at the Temple, my mother active with the Ivy Cancer League, City of Hope, Woodruff Jewish Community Center and Temple in Bellflower - and later Long Beach Citizens for Peace and other large peace organizations. I was taught by generations of primarily strong women, to have a voice, stand for something and do the work it takes to change things for the better. INSPIRATION: Creating a “home” in my Jewish community and adding my little piece to Temple Israel is quite grand. Working with and learning from a vast number of other engaged folks at Temple Israel, I appreciate the ever broadening community and the exposure to people and ideas. The temple community has supported me in so many ways and has been an important part of my life for over 45 years. 16
Jewish Federation’s Women’s Philanthropy is inspired and guided by our tradition of tzedakah (righteousness/charity) and tikkun olam (repairing the world). Along with 157 Jewish Federations in North America, we seek to provide significant opportunities for women to affirm their Jewish identity and spirituality, to be proactive in evolving issues of concern to women, to engage new leaders, and to inspire other Jewish women by our examples. The Arlene Solomon Visions dinner is a Federation Annual Community Campaign event that brings together women from the community to celebrate women’s power to care for the vulnerable, to commit to the survival of the Jewish people, to invest in the future of our children, and to rescue those in need no matter where they live or how they worship.
Women's Philanthropy Cabinet Leslie Kern Chair
Barbara Alpert Joyce Feldman Arlene Freeman Lauren Friedman Alicia Friedmann Nancy Friedmann Sandra Horwitz Ariela Laibson Gail Levy Deborah Lewis Nancy Linden
Joanne Lopez Wendy Manasse Wiese Shari Nemirow Mercedes Neves-Hatchwell Wendy Puzarne Stephany Rosenthal Sara Schmidt Sherri Selmanson Melissa Selmanson Leslie Shiffman
Barbara Shoag Cookie Sieger Myrna Simon Marla Smalewitz Sheryl Stewart Phyllis Sussman Sybil Tamaroff Rachel Tichauer Linda Waltzman
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2017 Jewish Federation’s Annual Community Campaign Giving Levels
Lion of Judah A woman who makes an annual minimum gift of $5,000 in her own name gets to wear the distinguished Lion of Judah Pin and join thousands of other women across the country.
Prime Ministers Council Barbara Alpert Zahav Elizabeth Breslauer Sapphire Shari Nemirow Shirley Ross Rochelle Sieger Ruby Reva Alban Leslie Kern Judith Lentzner Amy Lipeles Gerda Seifer Gloria Simon
Diamond Beverly August Rosalind Bassin Edie Brodsky Rosecarrie Brooks Frieda Caplan Judy Cooper Elaine Davis Shirley Feiwell Joyce Feldman Arlene Freeman Yehudis Geisinsky Lea Gerber Deborah Goldfarb Andrea Kaiser Bryna Kane Leslie Kern Vicki Kogan
Mirit Konowiecki Ann Lentzner Barbara Miller Sandy Phillips Karen Rabin Helen Rosenberg Ellen Serbin Lynn Shapiro Barbara Shoag Rochelle Sieger Linda Simmons Karen Strelitz Sybil Tamaroff Rachel Tichauer Rita Zamost Karen Zoller
Lion of Judah Endowment (LOJE) The Lion of Judah Endowment (LOJE) is a powerful statement of a donor’s commitment to tzedakah, providing a legacy for herself, her family and her community. Establishing a LOJE allows women the opportunity to endow her gift in perpetuity. We thank these wonderful women in our community.
Barbara Alpert Joyce Feldman Ann Lentzner Judith Lentzner Ethel Lessin* Anne Licht* 18
Amy Lipeles Shari Nemirow Shirley Ross Linda Simmons Arlene Solomon*
* Of Blessed Memory
Pomegranate Society A woman who makes an annual minimum gift of $1,800 in her own name gets to wear the unique silver Pomegranate Pin.
Felice Adler-Shohet Jessie Butler Shelley Carl Karen Codman Deborah Fabricant Joanne Feldman Linda Frankel Ellen Friedman Alicia Friedmann Adrienne Green Joyce Greenspan Arline Hillinger
Nancy Kaplan Lynne Kass Sharon Kenigsberg Kathy Kreida Dorothy Levin Gail Levy Deborah Lewis Nancy Linden Katherine Lipeles Jane Mindess Donna Punim Laurie Raykoff
Netta Roberts Ruth Rudis Cynthia Schein Sherri Selmanson Leslie Shiffman Myrna Simon Nancy Speizer Romola Temkin Elaine Warren Ava Weiss
Shomrim - Guardian A woman who makes an annual minimum gift of $1,000 in her own name gets to join other Visionary women who make a difference in our community.
Sharon Bershtel Vicky Brodsky Linda Burney Melissa Carr-Kreitenberg Ettie Councilman Yolanda Eisenstein Jean Feldman Laurie Garabedian Sandra Horwitz Brenda Jacobs Ronni Kaplan Julie Kinsbursky Ronna Kizner
Joan Leb Susan Philips Sheila Pokras Joanne Ratner Jill Rosenberg Vicki Scherwin Jill Senecal Elizabeth Sharzer Renee Simon Phyllis Spear Susan Taubman Thelma Teitel Eleanor Urstein
Barbara Wolfe Daphne Zagnoev
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Tormim - Supporter A woman who makes an annual minimum gift of $500 in her own name becomes a part of the Loving Hearts recognition giving level.
Barbara Alhadeff Susan Amster Cheryl Avirom Helen Barrad Sharlee Bergman Lisa Bermundo Irvene Bernstein Rita Botwin Anna Buchenbaum Deborah Chankin Barbara Cohen Susan Cohn Sheila Craven Harriet Danufsky Carolyn Epstein Debbie Feldman
Eileen Fishman Elizabeth Fiskin Lauren Friedman Nancy Friedmann Barbara Gaylord Ellen Goldsmith Miriam Goslins Anne Gundry Jennifer Hirsch Nicole Honigman Yetta Kane Jann Kronick-Gath Judith Leff Dove Mayo Kathryn McDermott Diane Merrick
Susanne Milkes Beverly Moutet Linda Patton Ellen Polsky Wendy Puzarne Stephany Rosenthal Ruth Rudis Melissa Selmanson Gail Sherain Marla Smalewitz Sheryl Stewart Marilyn Valt Linda Waltzman Karen Weinstein
Chaverim - Friend A woman who makes an annual minimum gift of $180 in her own name becomes a part of the Loving Hearts recognition giving level.
Jeannie Alban Sharon Amster Brown Helene Ansel Beatrice Aron Lynette Austin Nina Ayzenberg Diana Baldwin Barbara Balowitz Adele Banner Thelma Becker Cathe Beizer Wendi Bender Leslie Berger Hallie Berman Michele Berro Mintzi Bickel Nancy Bigley Pattie Blasnick Maureen Bloom 20
Ellen Bloom-Lopez Paula Blum Judy Blumenthal Ida Bobrow Ruth Bookstaber Peggy Brady Miriam Brookfield Susan Brown Sara Brown Linda Calderon Suzette Cardin Lisa Chattler Joan Davis Marilyn Day Minnie Douglas Elaine Dovgard Harriette Ellis Nancy Epstein Jill Erman
Cheryl Feinberg Sharon Fetterman Paige Fingerhut Charnick Joy Fisher Joan Flax Candy Fox-Tobey Anna Gawlinski Lornay Gealer Lory Glickman Debbie Gold Ellen Goldenberg Jaime Gonzalez Cynthia S. Gordon Michelle Gordon Rachel Gordon Shaindell Graham Judith Green Diana Greenberg
Chaverim - Friend Continued Helen Hagen Judith Hardaker C. J. Harmatz Sheri Held Barbara Horowitz Audrey Hyde-Zahler Romelle Jelinowicz Andrea Karabenick Annette Kashiwabara Dorothy Kaye Rebecca Kerr Nancy Kimmes Laura King Rachael Kogen Roxana Kopetman Sharon Kravitz Goldie Krugman Etta Lackman Ariela Laibson Deborah Lelchuk Hannah Levine Francine Levy Joanne Levy Nicole Levy-Gray Barbara LiebermanJones Robin Lilien Evelyn Litwin Flora Loeb Joanne Lopez Judy Lorber Eva Lowenstein Bonnie Lowenthal Eileen Ludwig Ana Maria Luna Sally Manasse Wendy Manasse Wiese Samantha McCargar Phyllis Metzger Vicki Michaels Kendra Miller Helene Miller
Roberta Miller Ann Millman Barbara Millman Rita Moore Ana Moskowitz Nancy Meyers Cathleen Niederman Rhoda Orenstein Susan Paletz Linda Palitz Chanie Perelmuter Marisa Perley Phyllis Perley Judy Perlman Shauna Pilloff Mary Pinkerson Madge Pizer Sharon Raphael Sofia Riley Melissa Rosenthal Janet Rydell Lillian Salis Andrea Saulisbury Donna Scheier Sara Schmidt Dana Schneider Nancy Schneider Daisy Schneiderman Julia Seifer Kristina Shafton Michelle Shahon Doreen Shuldiner Rachelle Singer Rebecca Siskin Nancy Slusher Marion Solovei Arlene Spatz Barbra Sperling Louise Sperr Shelly Spiegel-Coleman Lynn Story Gail Stoter
We apologize if we inadvertently left someone off.
Dale Strok Emily Sukman Phyllis Sussman Natalie Swit Diane Switzky Michelle Sztraicher Paula Teweles Linda Vizzini Elizabeth Wadleigh Phyllis Wallis Mimmy Wolf Ilsebill Wolfe Phyllis Wolfe Marilyn Yassin Sunny Zia
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Jewish Federation Jewish Community Foundation OF GREATER LONG BEACH & WEST ORANGE COUNTY
Daryl Phillips
THE STRENGTH OF A PEOPLE. THE POWER OF COMMUNITY.
Jan Stein
Jewish Federation President
Jewish Community Foundation President
Linda Simmons
VP Fund Development
Leslie Kern
Don Kaiser
Women's Philanthropy Chair
Men's Philanthropy Chair STAFF
Deborah Goldfarb
Chief Executive Officer
Danny Levy
Director of Development
Sharon Kenigsberg
Director of Endowments & Community Development
Gary Jackson Controller
Yolanda Placencio
Office Manager/Executive Assistant
Audrey Phan Bookkeeper
Paul Anaya
Accounting Assistant
King Chan
Marketing Coordinator
Brooke Anderson Program Assistant
Lenard Lakofka
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UPCOMING EVENT We cordially invite you to attend an evening with
Wendy Abrams
Wendy is the National Women's Philanthropy Chair for Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) & we are honored to have her in our community.
Wednesday, February 21 @ 7 pm @ a private home
Event is free & open to all women.
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Become A Legacy Society Member Ensure Our Community’s Next 60 Years Through the Create a Jewish Legacy program the Jewish Community Foundation is expanding our efforts to provide a healthy, vibrant future for generations to come by asking others to join the over 80 families who have already promised to leave their legacy.
The Time Is Now Studies show that 88-90% of members of the Jewish Community will pass without leaving a bequest to charity. Don’t leave the Jewish organizations you care about with-out the means to continue! Dedicate part of your estate to create a fund at the Jewish Community Foundation. This fund, in your name, will benefit your chosen organizations forever.
A gift of any size can make an impact in our community. The first step is to decide you want to leave a legacy and to sign a letter of intent that you plan to leave something in your will or trust. By signing this promise you are automatically part of the Legacy Society. You do not need to disclose exactly how you will fund your legacy.
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Legacy Society Brunch Sunday April 29, 2018 11:00 am at the
Alpert Jewish Community Center on the
Everyone Can… Create A Jewish Legacy
We Are Here To Help You Plan Your Jewish Legacy Today
Once a Member, Be Our Guest at the
Weinberg Jewish Federation Campus RSVP 562.426.7601 ext. 1314 events@jewishlongbeach.org
Jewish Community Foundation OF GREATER LONG BEACH & WEST ORANGE COUNTY