Directories Lists Obituaries National Jewish Organizations1

UNITED STATES Organizations are listed according to functions as follows: Community Relations 515 Cultural 519 -Related 525 Overseas Aid 535 Religious, Educational Organizations 538 Schools, Institutions 548 Social, Mutual Benefit 557 Social Welfare 559 Note also cross-references under these headings: Professional Associations 563 Women's Organizations 564 Youth and Student Organizations 564

rnumiwiTvnprmnMe V.-Pres. Mrs. Arthur Gutman. Applies COMMUNITY RELATIONS Jewjsh va,ues of justice and humanft^ t0 AMERICAN COUNCIL FOR (1943). the Arab-Israel conflict in the Middle East; PO Box 9009, Alexandria, VA 22304. rejects nationality attachment of , par- (703)836-2546. Pres. Alan V. Stone; Exec. ticularly , to the State of Dir. Allan C. Brownfeld. Seeks to advance Israel as self-segregating, inconsistent with the universal principles of a Judaism free of American constitutional concepts of indi- nationalism, and the national, civic, cul- vidual citizenship and separation of church tural, and social integration into American and state, and as being a principal obstacle institutions of Americans of Jewish faith. to Middle East peace. Report. Issues of the American Council for Juda- AMERICAN JEWISH CoMMITrEE (19O6). In. V ism, Special Interest Report. ^^ rf Ruman ReJations> 165 E 5£ §t _ AMERICAN JEWISH ALTERNATIVES TO NYC 10022. (212)751^000. FAX: (212)- ZIONISM, INC. (1968). 347 Fifth Ave., 319-6156. Pres. Alfred H. Moses; Exec. Suite 900, NYC 10016. (212)213-9125. V.-Pres. David A. Harris. Seeks to prevent FAX: (212)213-9142. Pres. Elmer Berger; infraction of civil and religious rights of

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Jews in any part of the world; to advance CENTER FOR JEWISH COMMUNITY STUDIES the cause of human rights for people of all (1970). Temple University, Center City races, creeds, and nationalities; to interpret Campus, 1616 Walnut St., Suite 513, Phil- the position of Israel to the American pub- adelphia, PA 19103. (215)787-1459. FAX: lic; and to help American Jews maintain (215)787-7784. office: Jerusa- and enrich their Jewish identity and, at the lem Center for Public Affairs. Pres. Daniel same time, achieve full integration in J. Elazar. Worldwide policy-studies insti- American life. Includes Jacob and Hilda tute devoted to the study of Jewish com- Blaustein Center for Human Relations, munity organization, political thought, William E. Wiener Oral History Library, and public affairs, past and present, in Is- William Petschek National Jewish Family rael and throughout the world. Publishes Center, Jacob Blaustein Institute for the original articles, essays, and monographs; Advancement of Human Rights, Institute maintains library, archives, and reprint se- on American Jewish-Israeli Relations. ries. Jerusalem Letter/Viewpoints; Survey AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK (with of Arab Affairs; Jewish Political Studies Re- Jewish Publication Society); Commentary; view. AJC Journal; Capital Update. Published in Israel: Alon Yedi'ot, a monthly bulletin of COMMISSION ON SOCIAL ACTION OF RE- the Institute on American Jewish-Israeli FORM JUDAISM (1953, joint instrumental- Relations. ity of the Union of American Hebrew Con- gregations and the Central Conference of (1918). Ste- American Rabbis). 838 Fifth Ave., NYC phen Wise Congress House, 15 E. 84 St., 10021. (212)249-0100. 2027 Massachu- NYC 10028. (212)879-4500. FAX: (212)- setts Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20036. 249-3672. Pres. Robert K. Lifton; Exec. Chmn. Evely Laser Shlensky; Dir. Rabbi Dir. Henry Siegman. Works to foster the Eric Yoffie; Emer. Dir. Albert Vorspan; creative cultural survival of the Jewish peo- Dir. Religious Action Center, Rabbi David ple; to help Israel develop in peace, free- Saperstein. Policy-making body that re- dom, and security; to eliminate all forms of lates ethical and spiritual principles of Ju- racial and religious bigotry; to advance daism to social-justice issues: implements civil rights, protect civil liberties, defend resolutions through the Religious Action religious freedom, and safeguard the sepa- Center in Washington, DC, via advocacy, ration of church and state. Congress development of educational materials, and Monthly; Judaism; Boycott Report. congregational programs. Briefings {social action newsletter); Chai Impact {legislative ANTI-DEFAMATION LEAGUE OF B'NAI update). B'RITH (1913). 823 United Nations Plaza, NYC 10017. (212)490-2525. Chmn. Mel- CONFERENCE OF PRESIDENTS OF MAJOR vin Salberg; Dir. Abraham H. Foxman. AMERICAN JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS Seeks to combat anti-Semitism and to se- (1955). 110 E. 59 St., NYC 10022.(212)- cure justice and fair treatment for all citi- 318-6111. FAX: (212)644-^135. Chmn. zens through law, education, and commu- Shoshana S. Cardin; Exec. Dir. Malcolm nity relations. ADL Bulletin; Face to Face; Hoenlein. Seeks to strengthen the U.S.-Is- Fact Finding Report; International Reports; rael alliance and to protect and enhance Law Notes; Rights; Law; Research and the security and dignity of Jews abroad. Evaluation Report; Discriminations Report; Toward this end, the Conference of Presi- Litigation Docket; Dimensions; Middle dents speaks and acts on the basis of con- East Notebook; Nuestro Encuentro. sensus of its 48 member agencies on issues of national and international Jewish con- ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH COMMUNITY RE- cern. Annual report. LATIONS WORKERS (1950). 1522 K St., NW, Suite 920, Washington, DC 20005. CONSULTATIVE COUNCIL OF JEWISH ORGA- (202)347^628. Pres. Marlene Gorin. NIZATIONS-CCJO (1946). 420 Lexington Aims to stimulate higher standards of pro- Ave., Suite 1733, NYC 10170. (212)808- fessional practice in Jewish community re- 5437. Pres.'s Adolphe Steg, Clemens Na- lations; encourages research and training than, Joseph Nuss; Sec.-Gen. Warren toward that end; conducts educational pro- Green. A nongovernmental organization grams and seminars; aims to encourage co- in consultative status with the UN, operation between community relations UNESCO, ILO, UNICEF, and the Coun- workers and those working in other areas cil of ; cooperates and consults of Jewish communal service. with, advises and renders assistance to the NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 517

Economic and Social Council of the UN on 10010. (212)477-0707. FAX: (212)477- all problems relating to human rights and 1918. Chmn. Sol Hoffman; Exec. Sec. Mi- economic, social, cultural, educational, chael Perry. Works with the American and related matters pertaining to Jews. labor movement in advancing the struggle COORDINATING BOARD OF JEWISH ORGA- for social justice and equal opportunity and NIZATIONS (1947). 1640 Rhode Island assists unions in every issue affecting Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20036. (202)- human rights. Fights discrimination on all 857-6545. Pres. Kent E. Schiner; Exec. levels and helps to promote labor's broad V.-Pres. Dr. Sidney Clearfield; Dir. Inter- social and economic goals. natl. Affairs Daniel S. Mariaschin; Dir. In- JEWISH PEACE FELLOWSHIP (1941). Box ternatl. Council Warren Eisenberg; Dir. 271, Nyack, NY 10960. (914)358^601. UN Off. Harris Schoenberg. Coordinates FAX: (914)358-^924. Pres. Rabbi Philip the UN activities of B'nai B'rith and the Bentley; Sec. Naomi Goodman. Unites British and South African Boards of Jew- those who believe that Jewish ideals and ish Deputies. experience provide inspiration for a nonvi- COUNCIL OF JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS IN olent philosophy and way of life; offers CIVIL SERVICE, INC. (1948). 45 E. 33 St., draft counseling, especially for conscien- Rm. 604, NYC 10016. (212)689-2015. tious objection based on Jewish "religious Pres. Louis Weiser. Supports merit system; training and belief; encourages Jewish encourages recruitment of Jewish youth to community to become more knowledge- government service; member of Coalition able, concerned, and active in regard to the to Free Soviet Jews, NY Jewish Commu- war/peace problem. Shalom/Jewish Peace nity Relations Council, NY Metropolitan Letter. Coordinating Council on Jewish Poverty, , America-Israel JEWISH WAR VETERANS OF THE UNITED Friendship League. Council Digest. STATES OF AMERICA (1896). 1811 R St., NW, Washington, DC 20009. (202)265- INSTITUTE FOR PUBLIC AFFAIRS (see Union 6280. FAX: (202)234-5662. Natl. Exec. of Orthodox Jewish Congregations of Dir. Herb Rosenbleeth; Natl. Commander America) Albert L. Cohen. Seeks to foster true alle- INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE OF JEWISH giance to the ; to combat big- COMMUNAL SERVICE {see World Confer- otry and prevent defamation of Jews; to ence of Jewish Communal Service) encourage the doctrine of universal liberty, INTERNATIONAL LEAGUE FOR THE REPA- equal rights, and full justice for all; to co- TRIATION OF RUSSIAN JEWS, INC. (1963). operate with and support existing educa- 2 Fountain Lane, Suite 2J, Scarsdale, NY tional institutions and establish new ones; 10583. (800)448-1866. Pres. Morris Braf- to foster the education of ex-servicemen, man; Chmn. James H. Rapp. Helped to ex-servicewomen, and members in the bring the situation of Soviet Jews to world ideals and principles of Americanism. Jew- attention; advocates in world forums for ish Veteran. the right of Soviet Jews to repatriation. , NATIONAL MEMORIAL, INC. (1958). JEWISH LABOR COMMITTEE (1934). Atran 1811 R St., NW, Washington, DC 20009. Center for Jewish Culture, 25 E. 21 St., (202)265-6280. FAX: (202)462-3192. NYC 10010. (212)477-0707. FAX: (212)- Pres. Florence G. Levine. Operates a mu- 477-1918. Pres. Lenore Miller; Exec. Dir. seum and library archive dedicated to tell- Martin Lapan. Serves as liaison between ing the story of the activities and service of the Jewish community and the trade-union American Jews in the armed forces of the movement; works with the AFL-CIO to U.S. Quarterly newsletter, Routes to Roots. combat anti-Semitism and engender sup- port for the State of Israel and Soviet NATIONAL CONFERENCE ON SOVIET JEWRY Jewry; strengthens support within the Jew- (formerly AMERICAN JEWISH CONFER- ish community for the social goals and pro- ENCE ON SOVIET JEWRY) (1964; reorg. grams of the labor movement; supports 1971). 10 E. 40 St., Suite 1701, NYC Yiddish cultural institutions. Jewish Labor 10016. (212)679-6122. FAX: (212)686- Committee Review; Alumni Newsletter. 1193. Chmn. Shoshana S. Cardin; Exec. Dir. Martin A. Wenick. Coordinating , NATIONAL TRADE UNION COUNCIL agency for major national Jewish organiza- FOR HUMAN RIGHTS (1956). Atran Center tions and local community groups in the for Jewish Culture, 25 E. 21 St., NYC U.S., acting on behalf of Soviet Jewry 518 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

through public education and social ac- NEW JEWISH AGENDA (1980). 64 Fulton St., tion; stimulates all segments of the com- #1100, NYC 10038. (212)227-5885. munity to maintain an interest in the prob- FAX: (212)962-6211. Cochmn. Lois Le- lems of Soviet Jews by publishing reports vine, Ira Grupper; Exec. Dir. Irena Klep- and special pamphlets, sponsoring special fisz. Grass-roots, multi-issue organization programs and projects, organizing public with over 45 chapters in N. America. meetings and forums. Newsbreak; annual Founded as "a progressive voice in the report; action and program kits; Wrap- Up Jewish community and a Jewish voice Leadership Report. among progressives." Works for peace in the Middle East and Central America, , SOVIET JEWRY RESEARCH BU- feminism, gay and lesbian rights, and eco- REAU. Chmn. Charlotte Jacobson. Orga- nomic justice, and against anti-Semitism nized by NCSJ to monitor emigration and racism. Agenda In-Brief. trends. Primary task is the accumulation, evaluation, and processing of information SHALOM CENTER (1983). 7318 Germantown regarding Soviet Jews, especially those Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19119. (215)247- who apply for emigration. 9700. Bd. Chmn. Viki List; Exec. Dir. Ar- thur Waskow. National resource and orga- NATIONAL JEWISH COALITION (1980). 415 nizing center for Jewish perspectives on 2nd St., NE, Suite 100, Washington, DC moving from the cold war toward "One 20002. (202)547-7701. FAX: (202)544- Earth"—in dealing with nuclear and other 2434. Hon. Chmn. Max M. Fisher; environmental dangers. Trains community Cochmn. Richard J. Fox, George Klein; organizers, holds conferences, assists local Exec. Dir. Matt Brooks. Promotes Jewish Jewish committees and coalitions on nu- involvement in Republican politics; sensi- clear weapons and environmental issues. tizes Republican leaders to the concerns of Sponsors Sukkat Shalom and Ira Silver- the American Jewish community; pro- man Memorial. Provides school curricula, motes principles of free enterprise, a strong sermon materials, legislative reports, national defense, and an internationalist adult-education texts, and media for Jew- foreign policy. NJC Bulletin. ish use. Shalom Report. NATIONAL JEWISH COMMISSION ON LAW STUDENT STRUGGLE FOR SOVIET JEWRY, AND PUBLIC AFFAIRS (COLPA) (1965). INC. (1964). 50 W. 97 St., Suite 3F, NYC 787 Seventh Ave., 44th fl., NYC 10019. 10025. (212)799-8900. FAX: (212)663- (212)554-2360. Pres. Allen L. Rothenberg; 5784. Natl. Dir. Jacob Birnbaum; Natl. Exec. Dir. Dennis Rapps. Voluntary asso- Coord. Glenn Richter; Chmn. Rabbi Av- ciation of attorneys whose purpose is to raham Weiss. Provides information and represent the observant Jewish community action guidance to adult and student orga- on legal, legislative, and public-affairs mat- nizations, communities, and schools ters. throughout the U.S. and ; assists Soviet Jews by publicity campaigns; helps NATIONAL JEWISH COMMUNITY RELA- Soviet Jews in the U.S.; maintains speakers TIONS ADVISORY COUNCIL (1944). 443 Park Ave. S., 11th fl.,NY C 10016. (212)- bureau and research documents. Soviet 684-6950. FAX: (212)686-1353. Chmn. Jewry Action Newsletter. Maynard I. Wishner; Sec. Joel Reck; Exec. UNION OF COUNCILS FOR SOVIET JEWS V.-Chmn. Lawrence Rubin. National co- (1970). 1819 H St., NW, Suite 230, ordinating body for the field of Jewish Washington, DC 20006. (202)775-9770. community relations, comprising 13 na- Natl. Pres. Pamela B. Cohen; Natl. Dir. tional and 117 local Jewish community re- Micah H. Naftalin. Its 50 local councils lations agencies. Promotes understanding and 100,000 members throughout the of Israel and the Middle East; freedom for U.S. support and protect Soviet Jews by Soviet Jews; equal status for Jews and gathering and disseminating news on the other groups in American society. condition and treatment of Soviet Jews; Through the NJCRAC's work, its con- advocacy; publications and educational stituent organizations seek agreement on programs, including briefings and policy policies, strategies, and programs for ef- analyses. The Bureau on Human fective utilization of their resources for Rights, established 1990, monitors anti- common ends. Joint Program Plan for Jew- Semitism and ethnic intolerance, advo- ish Community Relations. cates for Refuseniks and political prison- NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 519

ers, seeks to advance democracy and rule 8947. Pres. Arthur Hyman. Encourages of law in USSR successor states. Monitor! Jewish learning and research; holds annual (weekly summary of developments affect- or semiannual meeting; awards grants for ing the Jewish and human rights move- the publication of scholarly works. Pro- ments); Congressional Handbook for So- ceedings of the American Academy for Jew- viet Jewry; Anti-Semitism in the Russian ish Research; Texts and Studies; Mono- Press; Status Reports on Anti-Semitism; graph Series. Inside (a publication of Moscow Bureau). AMERICAN BIBLICAL ENCYCLOPEDIA SOCI- ETY (1930). 24 W. Maple Ave., Monsey, WORLD CONFERENCE OF JEWISH COMMU- NAL SERVICE (1966). 3084 State Highway NY 10952. (914)352-4609. Pres. Irving 27, Suite 9, Kendall Park, NJ 08824-1657. Fredman; Author-Ed. Rabbi M.M. (908)821-0282. FAX: (908)821-5335. Kasher. Fosters biblical-talmudical re- Pres. Arthur Rotman; Sec.-Gen. Joel Ol- search; sponsors and publishes Torah lander. Established by worldwide Jewish Shelemah (Heb., 42 vols.), Encyclopedia of communal workers to strengthen their un- Biblical Interpretation (Eng., 9 vols.), Div- derstanding of each other's programs and rei Menachem (Heb., 4 vols.), and related to communicate with colleagues in order to publications. Noam. enrich the quality of their work. Conducts AMERICAN JEWISH HISTORICAL SOCIETY quadrennial international conferences in (1892). 2 Thornton Rd., Waltham, MA Jerusalem and periodic regional meetings. 02154. (617)891-8110. FAX: (617)899- Proceedings of international conferences; newsletters. 9208. Pres. Ronald C. Curhan; Exec. Dir. Dr. Michael Feldberg. Collects, cata- WORLD JEWISH CONGRESS (1936; org. in logues, publishes, and displays material on U.S. 1939). 501 Madison Ave., 17th fl., the history of the Jews in America; serves NYC 10022. (212) 755-5770. FAX: (212)- as an information center for inquiries on 755-5883. Pres. Edgar M. Bronfman; Co- American Jewish history; maintains ar- chmn. N. Amer. Branch Prof. Irwin Cotler chives of original source material on () and Evelyn Sommer; Sec.-Gen. American Jewish history; sponsors lec- Israel Singer; Exec. Dir. Elan Steinberg. tures and exhibitions; makes available his- Seeks to intensify bonds of world Jewry toric Yiddish films and audiovisual mate- with Israel as central force in Jewish life; to rial. American Jewish History; Heritage. strengthen solidarity among Jews every- where and secure their rights, status, and AMERICAN JEWISH PRESS ASSOCIATION interests as individuals and communities; to (1943). c/o Northern Jewish encourage development of Jewish social, Bulletin, 88 First St., San Francisco, CA religious, and cultural life throughout the 94105. (415)957-9340. FAX: (415)957- world and coordinate efforts by Jewish 0266. Pres. Marc S. Klein. Natl. Admin. communities and organizations to cope Off.: 11312 Old Club Rd., Rockville, MD with any Jewish problem; to work for 20852-4537. (301)881^113. Exec. Dir. L. human rights generally. Represents its af- Malcolm Rodman. Seeks the advancement filiated organizations—most representative of Jewish journalism and the maintenance bodies of Jewish communities in more than of a strong Jewish press in the U.S. and 70 countries and 35 national organizations Canada; encourages the attainment of the in Amer. section—at UN, OAS, UNESCO, highest editorial and business standards; Council of Europe, ILO, UNICEF, and sponsors workshops, services for members. other governmental, intergovernmental, Membership bulletin newsletter; Roster of and international authorities. Publications Members. (including those by Institute of Jewish Af- fairs, ): Christian Jewish Relations; AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR JEWISH MUSIC Coloquio; News and Views; Boletin Infor- (1974). 129 W. 67 St., NYC 10023. (212)- mativo OJJ; Batfutsot; Gesher; Patterns of 362-8060 X307. Pres. Jack Gottlieb; Co- Prejudice; Soviet Jewish Affairs. V.-Pres. Michael Leavitt, Phillip Miller. Promotes the knowledge, appreciation, CULTURAL and development of Jewish music, past and AMERICAN ACADEMY FOR JEWISH RE- present, for professional and lay audiences; SEARCH (1929). 3080 Broadway, NYC seeks to raise the standards of composition 10027. (212)678-8864. FAX: (212)678- and performance in Jewish music, to en- 520 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

courage research, and to sponsor perform- B'NAI B'RITH KLUTZNICK MUSEUM (1956). ances of new and rarely heard works. 1640 Rhode Island Ave., NW, Washing- Musica Judaica Journal. ton, DC 20036. (202)857-6583. FAX: (202)857-0980. Dir. On Z. Soltes. A center ASSOCIATION FOR THE SOCIAL SCIENTIFIC of Jewish art and history in nation's capi- STUDY OF JEWRY (1971). University of tal, maintains temporary and permanent , Dept. of Sociology, Center exhibition galleries, permanent collection for Judaic Studies, Storrs, CT 06269-2068. of Jewish ceremonial and folk art, B'nai (203)486-2271. FAX: (203)486-6356. B'rith International reference archive, out- Pres. Arnold Dashefsky; V.-Pres. Sherry door sculpture garden, and museum shop, Israel; Sec.-Treas. J. Alan Winter. Ar- as well as the American Jewish Sports Hall ranges academic sessions and facilitates of Fame. Provides exhibitions, tours, edu- communication among social scientists cational programs, research assistance, studying Jewry through meetings, newslet- and tourist information. Semiannual news- ter, and related materials. Contemporary letter; permanent collection catalogue; exhi- Jewry; ASSSJ Newsletter. bition brochures.

ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH BOOK PUBLISHERS CENTER FOR HOLOCAUST STUDIES, DOCU- (1962). 838 Fifth Ave., NYC 10021. (212)- MENTATION & RESEARCH (1974). Merged 249-0100. Pres. Rabbi Elliot L. Stevens. into A Living Memorial to the Holocaust- As a nonprofit group, provides a forum for Museum of Jewish Heritage, Jan. 1991. discussion of mutual problems by publish- ers, authors, and other individuals and in- CENTRAL YIDDISH CULTURE ORGANIZA- stitutions concerned with books of Jewish TION (CYCO), INC. (1943). 25 E. 21 St., interest. Provides national and interna- 3rd fl., NYC 10010. (212)505-8305. Mgr. tional exhibit opportunities for Jewish Jacob Schneidman. Promotes, publishes, books. Combined Jewish Book Catalog. and distributes Yiddish books; publishes catalogues. ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH GENEALOGICAL SOCIETIES (1988). 1485 Teaneck Rd., Tea- CONFERENCE ON JEWISH SOCIAL STUDIES, neck, NJ 07666. (201)837-2700. FAX: INC. (formerly CONFERENCE ON JEWISH (201)837-8506. Pres. Gary Mokotoff. RELATIONS, INC.) (1939). 2112 Broadway, Confederation of over 35 Jewish Genealog- Rm. 206, NYC 10023. (212)724-5336. ical Societies (JGS) in the U.S. and Can- Publishes scientific studies on Jews in the ada. Encourages Jews to research their modern world, dealing with such aspects family history, promotes membership in as anti-Semitism, demography, economic the various JGSs, acts as representative of stratification, history, philosophy, and po- organized Jewish genealogy, implements litical developments. Jewish Social Studies. projects of interest to persons researching CONGREGATION BINA (1981). 600 W. End their Jewish family history. Annual confer- Ave., Suite 1-C, NYC 10024. (212)873- ence where members learn and exchange 4261. Pres. Joseph Moses; Exec. V.-Pres. ideas. Each local JGS publishes its own Moses Samson; Hon. Pres. Samuel M. newsletter. Daniel; Secy. Gen. Elijah E. Jhirad. Serves the religious, cultural, charitable, and phil- ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH LIBRARIES (1965). anthropic needs of the Children of Israel c/o National Foundation for Jewish Cul- who originated in India and now reside in ture, 330 Seventh Ave., 21st fl.,NY C the U.S. Works to foster and preserve the 10001. (212)629-0500. FAX: (212)678- ancient traditions, customs, liturgy, music, 8998. Pres. Linda P. Lerman; V.-Pres. and and folklore of Indian Jewry and to main- Pres.-Elect Ralph R. Simon. Seeks to pro- tain needed institutions. Kol Bina. mote and improve services and profes- sional standards in Jewish libraries; dis- CONGRESS FOR JEWISH CULTURE (1948). 25 seminates Jewish library information and E. 21 St., NYC 10010. (212)505-8040. Co- guidance; promotes publication of litera- pres.'s Prof. Yonia Fain, Dr. Barnett Zum- ture in the field; encourages the establish- off; Exec. Dir. Michael Skakun. An um- ment of Jewish libraries and collections of brella group comprising 16 constituent Judaica and the choice of Judaica librari- organizations; perpetuates and enhances anship as a profession; cocertifies Jewish Jewish creative expression in the U.S. and libraries (with Jewish Book Council). AJL abroad; fosters all aspects of Yiddish cul- Newsletter; Judaica Librarianship. tural life through the publication of the NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 521

journal Zukunft, the conferring of literary HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL RESOURCE & EDU- awards, commemoration of the Holocaust CATION CENTER OF CENTRAL and the martyrdom of the Soviet Jewish (1981). 851 N. Maitland Ave., Maitland, writers under Stalin, and a series of topical FL 32751. (407)628-0555. FAX: (407)- readings, scholarly conferences, symposi- 645-1172. Pres. Dr. William Michael ums, and concerts. Zukunft. Hooks; Exec. V.-Pres. Tess Wise. An inter- faith educational center devoted to teach- ELAINE KAUFMAN CULTURAL CENTER ing the lessons of the Holocaust. Houses (1952; formerly HEBREW ARTS CENTER). permanent multimedia educational ex- 129 W. 67 St., NYC 10023. (212)362- hibit; maintains library of books, video- 8060. FAX: (212)874-7865. Chmn. Lewis tapes, films, and other visuals to serve the Kruger; Pres. Alvin E. Friedman; Exec. entire educational establishment; offers lec- Dir. Lydia Kontos. Offers instruction in tures, teacher training, and other activities. music, dance, art, and theater to children Newsletter. and adults, combining Western culture with Jewish traditions. Presents frequent INSTITUTE FOR RUSSIAN JEWRY, INC. performances of Jewish and general music (1989). PO Box 96, Flushing, NY 11367. by leading artists and ensembles in its Mer- (718)969-0911. Exec. Dir. Rosa Irgal. Dis- kin Concert Hall and Ann Goodman Re- seminates knowledge of Judaism in Rus- cital Hall. The Birnbaum Library houses sian language, from historical and cultural Jewish music scores and reference books. perspectives; promotes knowledge of the Kaufman Cultural Center News; bimonthly religious and cultural heritage of Russian concert calendars; catalogues and bro- Jews through Russian folk and fine art ex- chures. hibits, lecture series, music and dance HEBREW ARTS CENTER (see Elaine Kauf- workshops. man Cultural Center) INTERNATIONAL JEWISH MEDIA ASSOCIA- HEBREW CULTURE FOUNDATION (1955). TION (1987). U.S.: c/o St. Louis Jewish 110 E. 59 St., NYC 10022. (212)339-6000. Light, 12 Millstone Campus Dr., St. Louis, Chmn. Milton R. Konvitz; Sec. Herman L. MO 63146. (314)432-3353. FAX: (314)- Sainer. Sponsors the introduction and 432-0515. Israel: PO Box 92, Jerusalem strengthening of and lit- (2-533-296). Pres. Robert A. Cohn; Staff erature courses in institutions of higher Consultant Malcolm Rodman. A world- learning in the United States. wide network of Jewish journalists in the Jewish and general media, which seeks to HlSTADRUTH IVRITH OF AMERICA (1916; provide a forum for the exchange of mate- reorg. 1922). 47 W. 34 St., Rm. 609, NYC rials and ideas, and to enhance the stature 10001. (212)629-9443. Pres. Dr. David Si- of Jewish media and journalists. Presidents dorsky; Exec. V.-Pres. Dr. Aviva Barzel. Bulletin; proceedings of international con- Emphasizes the primacy of Hebrew in Jew- ferences on Jewish media. ish life, culture, and education; aims to dis- seminate knowledge of written and spoken JCC ASSOCIATION LECTURE BUREAU (1922; Hebrew in the Diaspora, thus building a formerly JWB). 15 E. 26 St., NYC 10010- cultural bridge between the State of Israel 1579. (212)532^949. FAX: (212)481- and Jewish communities throughout the 4174. Dir. Sesil Lissberger. A nonprofit world. Hadoar; Lamishpaha; Tot Lichtov; program service of JCC Association of N. Hebrew in America. America providing lecturers and perform- ers from a broad range of Jewish and pub- HOLOCAUST CENTER OF THE UNITED JEW- lic life; also offers photo exhibits to stimu- ISH FEDERATION OF GREATER PITTS- late Jewish programming of communal BURGH (1980). 242 McKee PI., , organizations. The Jewish Arts—A Listing PA 15213. (412)682-7111. Pres. Holo- of Performers; Learning for Jewish Liv- caust Comm. Jeffrey W. Letwin; Bd. ing—A Listing of Lecturers; Available Lec- Chmn. David Shapira; Dir. Linda F. Hur- turers from Israel; Lecturers on the Holo- witz. Develops programs and provides re- caust. sources to further understanding of the Holocaust and its impact on civilization. JEWISH ACADEMY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES, Maintains a library, archive; provides INC. (1926). 888 Seventh Ave., Suite 403, speakers, educational materials; organizes NYC 10106. (212)757-1627. Acting Pres. community programs. Milton Handler; Hon. Pres. Abraham I. 522 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

Katsh; Dir./Treas. Zvi Levavy. An honor ticipation on a community basis. Jewish society of Jews who have attained distinc- Music Notes and numerous music resource tion in the arts, sciences, professions, and publications for national distribution. communal endeavors. Encourages the ad- JEWISH PUBLICATION SOCIETY (1888). 1930 vancement of knowledge; stimulates schol- Chestnut St., Philadelphia, PA 19103. arship, with particular reference to Jewish (215)564-5925. FAX: (215)564-6640. Pres. life and thought; recognition by election to Martin D. Cohn; Exec. V.-Pres. Rabbi Mi- membership and/or fellowship; publishes chael A. Monson. Publishes and dissemi- papers delivered at annual convocations. nates books of Jewish interest for adults JEWISH BOOK COUNCIL (1943). 15 E. 26 St., and children; titles include contemporary NYC 10010. (212)532-4949. Pres. Leon- literature, classics, art, religion, biogra- ard S. Gold; Dir. Paula Gribetz Gottlieb. phies, poetry, and history. AMERICAN Promotes knowledge of Jewish books JEWISH YEAR BOOK (with American Jew- through dissemination of booklists, pro- ish Committee); The Bookmark; JPS Cata- gram materials; sponsors Jewish Book logue. Awards, Jewish Book Month; presents lit- erary awards and library citations; cooper- JUDAH L. MAGNES MUSEUM—JEWISH MU- ates with publishers of Jewish books. Jew- SEUM OF THE WEST (1962). 2911 Russell ish Book Annual; Jewish Books in Review; St., Berkeley, CA 94705. (415)849-2710. Jewish Book World. FAX: (415)849-3650. Pres. Gary J. Shapiro; Dir. Seymour Fromer. Collects, JEWISH HERITAGE PROJECT (1981). 150 preserves, and makes available Jewish art, Franklin St., #1W, NYC 10013. (212) culture, history, and literature from 925-9067. FAX: (212) 925-9067. Exec. throughout the world. Permanent collec- Dir. Alan Adelson. Strives to bring to the tions of fine and ceremonial art, rare broadest possible audience authentic Judaica library, Western Jewish History works of literary and historical value relat- Center (archives), the museum changing ing to Jewish history and culture. Distribu- exhibits, traveling exhibits, docent tours, tor of the film Lodz Ghetto, which it devel- lectures, numismatics series, poetry award, oped, as well as its companion volume a museum shop. Magnes News; special ex- Lodz Ghetto: Inside a Community Under hibition catalogues; scholarly books. Siege. JUDAICA CAPTIONED FILM CENTER, INC. JEWISH MUSEUM (1904, under auspices of (1983). PO Box 21439, , MD Jewish Theological Seminary of America). 21208-0439. Voice (after 4 PM) (410)- Exhibitions, programs, and shop at the 655-4750; TDD (410)655-6767. Pres. New-York Historical Society through Lois Lilienfeld Weiner. Developing a 1992: 170 Central Park W., NYC; offices comprehensive library of captioned and c/o American Bible Society Bldg., 1865 subtitled films and tapes on Jewish sub- Broadway, NYC 10023. (212)399-3430. jects; distributes them to organizations Dir. Joan H. Rosenbaum; Bd. Chmn. H. serving the hearing-impaired, including Axel Schupf. "New," expanded museum mainstream classes and senior adult will open in 1993. Repository of the largest groups, on a free-loan, handling/ship- collection of Judaica—paintings, prints, ping-charge-only basis. Quarterly newslet- photographs, sculpture, coins, medals, an- ter. tiquities, textiles, and other decorative LEAGUE FOR YIDDISH, INC. (1979). 200 W. arts—in the Western Hemisphere. In- 72 St., Suite 40, NYC 10023. (212)787- cludes the National Jewish Archive of 6675. Pres. Dr. Sadie Turak; Exec. Dir. Broadcasting. Tours, lectures, film show- Dr. Mordkhe Schaechter. Encourages the ings, and concerts; special programs for development and use of Yiddish as a living children. Special exhibition catalogues; an- language; promotes its modernization and nual report. standardization; publishes linguistic re- source materials. Afn Shvel (quarterly). JEWISH MUSIC COUNCIL (1944). 15 E. 26 St., NYC 10010. (212)532-4949. Chmn. Jo- LEO BAECK INSTITUTE, INC. (1955). 129 E. seph Hurwitz; Coord. Paula Gribetz Gott- 73 St., NYC 10021. (212)744-6400. FAX: lieb. Promotes Jewish music activities na- (212)988-1305. Pres. Ismar Schorsch; tionally; annually sponsors and promotes Exec. Dir. Robert A. Jacobs. A library, the Jewish Music season; encourages par- archive, and research center for the history NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 523

of German-speaking Jewry. Offers lec- NATIONAL FOUNDATION FOR JEWISH CUL- tures, exhibits, faculty seminars; publishes TURE (1960). 330 Seventh Ave., 21st fl., a series of monographs, yearbooks, and NYC 10001. (212)629-0500. FAX: (212)- journals. LBI Bulletin; LBI News; LBI 629-0508. Pres. Sandra Weiner; Exec. Dir. Yearbook LBI Memorial Lecture; LBI Li- Richard A. Siegel. The leading Jewish or- brary & Archives News. ganization devoted to promoting Jewish culture in the U.S. Administers the Coun- A LIVING MEMORIAL TO THE HOLO- cil of American Jewish Museums, the CAUST-MUSEUM OF JEWISH HERITAGE Council of Archives and Research Librar- (1984). 342 Madison Ave., Suite 706, ies in , and the Council of NYC 10173. (212)687-9141. FAX: (212)- Jewish Theatres; supports Jewish scholar- 573-9847. Cochmn. George Klein, Hon. ship through Doctoral Dissertation Fel- Robert M. Morgenthau, Peter Cohen, lowships; provides funding to major Jewish Sen. Manfred Ohrenstein; Museum Dir. cultural institutions through the Joint Cul- David Altshuler. The museum will be tural Appeal; organizes conferences, sym- 's principal public memorial to posia, and festivals in the arts and humani- the six million Jews murdered during the ties. Jewish Cultural News. Holocaust. Scheduled to open in 1994, it will include permanent and temporary NATIONAL YIDDISH BOOK CENTER (1980). exhibition galleries, a computerized in- Old East Street School, Amherst, MA teractive learning center, a Memorial 01002. (413)256-1241. FAX: (413)253- Hall, and education facilities. Brochures; 4261. Pres. Aaron Lansky; Exec. Dir. Ste- bimonthly newsletter. phen Hays. Collects and disseminates Yid- MAALOT (1987). 1719 Wilmart St., Rock- dish books; conducts activities contributing ville, MD 20852. (301)231-9067. FAX: to the revitalization of Yiddish culture in (301)984-9031. Pres./Exec. Off. David America. Der Pakn-treger/The Book Ped- Shneyer. An educational program estab- dler. lished to train individuals in Jewish music, the liturgical arts, and the use, design, and ORTHODOX JEWISH ARCHIVES (1978). 84 application of Jewish customs and ceremo- WILLIAM ST., NYC 10038. (212) 797- nies. Offers classes, seminars, and an inde- 9000. Dir. Rabbi Moshe Kolodny. pendent study program. Founded by Agudath Israel of America; houses historical documents, publications, MARTYRS MEMORIAL & MUSEUM OF THE and photos relating to the growth of Or- HOLOCAUST OF THE JEWISH FEDERA- thodox Jewry in the U.S. and the correlat- TION COUNCIL OF GREATER LOS AN- ing history of Orthodox communities in GELES (1963; reorg. 1978). 6505 Wilshire Europe, Israel, and elsewhere. Of special Blvd., 12th fl.,Lo s Angeles, CA 90048. note are its holdings relating to rescue ac- (213)651-3175. FAX: (213)852-1494. tivities organized during the Holocaust. Chmn. Jack I. Salzberg; Cochmn. Dr. Sam Goetz; Dir. Dr. Michael Nutkiewicz. A RESEARCH FOUNDATION FOR JEWISH IMMI- photo-narrative museum and resource cen- GRATION, INC. (1971). 570 Seventh Ave., ter dedicated to Holocaust history, issues NYC 10018. (212)921-3871. Pres. Curt C. of genocide and prejudice, and curriculum Silberman; Sec. and Coord, of Research development. Pages (quarterly newsletter). Herbert A. Strauss; Archivist Dennis E. Rohrbaugh. Studies and records the his- MEMORIAL FOUNDATION FOR JEWISH CUL- tory of the migration and acculturation of TURE, INC. (1964). 15 E. 26 St., NYC Central European German-speaking Jew- 10010. (212)679^074. Pres. the Right ish and non-Jewish Nazi persecutees in Hon., the Lord Jakobovits; Exec. V.-Pres. various resettlement countries worldwide, Jerry Hochbaum. Through the grants that with special emphasis on the American ex- it awards, encourages Jewish scholarship perience. International Biographical Dic- and Jewish education, supports communi- tionary of Central European Emigres, ties that are struggling to maintain their 1933-1945; Jewish Immigrants of the Nazi Jewish identity, makes possible the train- Period in the USA. ing of Jewish men and women for pro- fessional careers in communal service in ST. LOUIS CENTER FOR HOLOCAUST STUD- Jewishly deprived communities, and stim- IES (1977). 12 Millstone Campus Dr., St. ulates the documentation, commemora- Louis, MO 63146. (314)432-0020. Chmn. tion, and teaching of the Holocaust. Leo Wolf; Dir. Rabbi Robert Sternberg. 524 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

Develops programs and provides resources SPERTUS MUSEUM, SPERTUS COLLEGE OF and educational materials to further an un- JUDAICA (1968). 618 S. Ave., derstanding of the Holocaust and its im- , IL 60605. (312)922-9012. FAX: pact on civilization. Audio Visual and Cur- (312)922-6406. Pres. Spertus College, Dr. riculum Resources Guides. Howard A. Sulkin; Museum Dir. Dr. Mor- ris A. Fred. The largest, most comprehen- SEPHARDIC HOUSE (1978). 8 W. 70 St., NYC sive Judaic museum in the Midwest with 10023. (212)873-0300. Bd. Chmn. Rabbi 12,000 square feet of exhibit space and a Marc D. Angel; Exec. Dir. Janice E. Ova- permanent collection of some 3,000 works diah. A cultural organization dedicated to spanning 3,500 years of Jewish history. fostering Sephardic history and culture; Also includes the Zell Holocaust Memo- sponsors a wide variety of classes and pub- rial, Field Gallery of Contemporary Art, lic programs; publication program dissemi- changing special exhibitions, and the nates materials of Sephardic value; out- Rosenbaum Children's Artifact Center, reach program to communities outside of plus traveling exhibits for Jewish educa- the New York area; program bureau pro- tors, life-cycle workshops, programs for vides program ideas, speakers, and enter- seniors and the disabled, and community- tainers. Sephardic House Newsletter. generated art projects. Newsletter; exhibi- tion catalogues; educational pamphlets. SIMON WIESENTHAL CENTER, , CA (see University) TOURO NATIONAL HERITAGE TRUST (1984). 85 Touro St., Newport, RI 02840. SKIRBALL MUSEUM, HEBREW UNION COL- (401)847-0810. Pres. Bernard Bell; Exec. LEGE (1913; 1972 in Calif). 3077 Univer- Dir. Kirsten L. Mann. Works to establish sity Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90007. (213)- national conference center within Touro 749-3424. FAX: (213)747-6128. Dir. compound; sponsors Touro Fellow Nancy Berman; Curator Barbara Gilbert. through John Carter Brown Library; pre- Collects, preserves, researches, and exhib- sents seminars and other educational pro- its art and artifacts made by or for Jews, or grams; promotes knowledge of the early otherwise associated with Jews and Juda- Jewish experience in this country within ism. Provides opportunity to faculty and the climate of religions which brought it students to do research in the field of Jew- about. ish art. Catalogues of exhibits and collec- tions. UNITED STATES HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL COUNCIL (1980). 2000 L St., NW, Suite SOCIETY FOR THE HISTORY OF CZECHOSLO- 588, Washington, DC 20036. (202)653- VAK JEWS, INC. (1961). 87-08 Santiago 9220. Chmn. Harvey M. Meyerhoff; Exec. St., Holliswood, NY 11423. (718)468- Dir. Sara J. Bloomfield. Established by 6844. Pres. and Ed. Lewis Weiner; Sec. Congress as an independent federal estab- Joseph Abeles. Studies the history of lishment, to plan, build and operate the Czechoslovak Jews; collects material and United States Holocaust Memorial Mu- disseminates information through the pub- seum in Washington, DC, which will open lication of books and pamphlets. The Jews in April 1993, and to encourage and spon- of Czechoslovakia (3 vols.); Review I; Re- sor observances of an annual, national, view II; Review III; Review IV. civic commemoration of the victims of the Holocaust known as the Days of Remem- SOCIETY OF FRIENDS OF THE TOURO SYNA- brance. Also engages in Holocaust educa- GOGUE, NATIONAL HISTORICAL SHRINE, tion and research programs. Composed of INC. (1948). 85 Touro St., Newport, RI 55 members of all faiths and backgrounds 02840. (401)847^794. Pres. Jacob Tern- appointed by the president, plus fiveU.S . kin; Coord. Kirsten L. Mann. Helps main- senators and five members of the House of tain Touro Synagogue as a national his- Representatives. Newsletter (monthly); Di- toric site, opening and interpreting it for rectory of Holocaust Institutions in the U.S. visitors; promotes public awareness of its and Canada. preeminent role in the tradition of Ameri- can religious liberty; annually commemo- YESHIVA UNIVERSITY MUSEUM (1973). rates George Washington's letter of 1790 2520 Amsterdam Ave., NYC 10033. (212)- to the Hebrew Congregation of Newport. 960-5390. Chmn. Bd. of Govs. Erica Jes- Society Update. selson; Dir. Sylvia A. Herskowitz. Col- NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 525

lects, preserves, and interprets Jewish life bilitation center for severely orthopedically and culture through changing exhibitions handicapped children, located in Jerusa- of ceremonial objects, paintings, rare books lem. It serves as home, school, and hospital and documents, synagogue architecture, for its patients, with a long-term goal for textiles, decorative arts, and photographs. them of independent living. Oral history archive. Special events, holi- day workshops, live performances, lec- AMERICA-ISRAEL CULTURAL FOUNDA- tures, etc. for adults and children. Guided TION, INC. (1939). 41 E. 42 St., Suite 608, tours and workshops are offered. Seasonal NYC 10017. (212)557-1600. FAX: (212)- calendars; special exhibition catalogues. 557-1611. Bd. Chmn. Isaac Stern; Pres. Carl Glick. Supports and encourages the YIDDISHER KULTUR FARBAND—YKUF growth of cultural excellence in Israel (1937). 1133 Broadway, Rm. 1023, NYC through grants to cultural institutions; 10010. (212)691-0708. Pres. and Ed. Itche scholarships to gifted young artists and Goldberg. Publishes a monthly magazine musicians. Hadashot newsletter. and books by contemporary and classical AMERICA-ISRAEL FRIENDSHIP LEAGUE, Jewish writers; conducts cultural forums; INC. (1971). 134 E. 39 St., NYC 10016. exhibits works by contemporary Jewish (212)213-8630. FAX: (212)683-3475. artists and materials of Jewish historical Pres. Samuel M. Eisenstat; Exec. V.-Pres. value; organizes reading circles. Yiddishe liana Artman. A nonsectarian, nonparti- Kultur. san organization which seeks to broaden Yivo INSTITUTE FOR JEWISH RESEARCH, the base of support for Israel among Amer- INC. (1925). 1048 Fifth Ave., NYC icans of all faiths and backgrounds. Activi- 10028. (212)535-6700. FAX: (212)879- ties include educational exchanges, tours 9763. Chmn. Bruce Slovin; Exec. Dir. of Israel for American leadership groups, Samuel Norich. Engages in social and symposia and public education activities, cultural research pertaining to East Euro- and the dissemination of printed informa- pean Jewish life; maintains library and tion. Newsletter. archives which provide a major interna- tional, national, and New York resource AMERICAN ASSOCIATES, BEN-GURION UNI- VERSITY OF THE NEGEV (1973). 342 Mad- used by institutions, individual scholars, ison Ave., Suite 1924, NYC 10173. (212)- and the public; trains graduate students 687-7721. FAX: (212)370-0686. Pres. in Yiddish, East European, and Ameri- Harold L. Oshry; Exec. V.-Pres. Dr. Lee can Jewish studies; offers exhibits, confer- Katz. Bd. Chmn. Michael W. Sonnenfeldt. ences, public programs; publishes books. Serves as the university's publicity and Yidishe Shprakh; YIVO Annual; YIVO fund-raising link to the U.S.; is committed Bleter; Yedies fun Yivo; Jewish Folklore to programs for the absorption of Soviet and Ethnology Review. emigres in the Negev, publicizing univer- , MAX WEINREICH CENTER FOR AD- sity activities and curricula, securing stu- VANCED JEWISH STUDIES (1968). 1048 dent scholarships, transferring contribu- Fifth Ave., NYC 10028. (212)535-6700. tions, and encouraging American interest FAX: (212)879-9763. Dean Allan Nadler. in the university. AABGU Reporter; BGU Provides advanced-level training in Yid- Bulletin; Negev; Overseas Study Program dish language and literature, ethnography, Catalog. folklore, linguistics, and history; offers AMERICAN COMMITTEE FOR SHAARE guidance on dissertation or independent ZEDEK HOSPITAL IN JERUSALEM, INC. research. YIVO Annual; YIVO Bleter; (1949). 49 W. 45 St., Suite 1100, NYC Jewish Folklore & Ethnology Review. 10036. (212)354-8801. Pres. Charles H. ISRAEL-RELATED Bendheim; Bd. Chmn. Ludwig Jesselson; Sr. Exec. V.-Pres. Morris Talansky. Raises ALYN—AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR HANDI- funds for the various needs of the Shaare CAPPED CHILDREN IN ISRAEL (1934). 19 Zedek Medical Center, Jerusalem, such as W. 44 St., NYC 10036. (212)869-8085. equipment and medical supplies, nurses' FAX: (212)768-0979. Pres. Caroline W. training, and research; supports exchange Halpern; Chmn. Simone P. Blum; Exec. program between Shaare Zedek Medical Dir. Joan R. Mendelson. Supports the Center and Albert Einstein College of work of ALYN Hospital, long-term reha- Medicine, NY. Heartbeat Magazine. 526 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

AMERICAN COMMITTEE FOR SHENKAR AMERICAN FRIENDS OF BETH HATEFUT- COLLEGE IN ISRAEL, INC. (1971). 855 SOTH (1976). 110 E. 59 St., NYC 10022. Ave. of the Americas, NYC 10001. (212) (212)339-6OOO.FAX:(212)318-6176.Pres. 947-1597. FAX: (212)643-8275. Pres. Abraham Spiegel; V.-Pres. Sam E. Bloch; David Pernick; Exec. Dir. Charlotte Fain- Exec. Dir. Gloria Golan. Supports the blatt. Raises funds for capital improve- maintenance and development of Beth ment, research and development projects, Hatefutsoth, the Nahum Goldmann Mu- laboratory equipment, scholarships, lec- seum of the Jewish Diaspora in Tel Aviv, tureships, fellowships, and library/ar- and its cultural and educational programs chives of fashion and textile design at Shen- for youth and adults. Circulates its travel- kar College in Israel, Israel's only fashion ing exhibitions and provides various cul- and textile technology college. Accredited tural programs to local Jewish communi- by the Council of Higher Education, the ties. Includes the Douglas E. Goldman college is the chief source of personnel for Jewish Genealogy Center (DOROT); the Israel's fashion and apparel industry. Center for Jewish Music, and the Grun- stein Shamir Photodocumentation Center. Shenkar News. Beth Hatefutsoth quarterly newsletter. AMERICAN COMMITTEE FOR THE WEIZ- AMERICAN FRIENDS OF HAIFA UNIVERSITY MANN INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE (1944). 51 (1972). 488 Madison Ave., 10th fl., NYC Madison Ave., NYC 10010. (212)779- 10021. (212)838-8069. FAX: (212)838- 2500. FAX: (212)779-3209. Chmn. Alan 3464. Pres. David I. Faust. Promotes, en- A. Fischer; Pres. Saul Waring; Exec. courages, and aids higher and secondary V.-Pres. Bernard N. Samers. Through 14 education, research, and training in all regional offices in the U.S. raises funds for branches of knowledge in Israel and else- the Weizmann Institute in Rehovot, Israel, where; aids in the maintenance and devel- and disseminates information about its 800 opment of Haifa University; raises and al- ongoing scientific research projects. Reho- locates funds for the above purposes; vot; Interface; Research. provides scholarships; promotes exchanges of teachers and students. Newsletter; Focus. AMERICAN FRIENDS OF ASSAF HAROFEH MEDICAL CENTER (1975). 19 W. 44 St., AMERICAN FRIENDS OF TEL AVIV UNIVER- Suite 1118, NYC 10036. (212)764-6130. SITY, INC. (1955). 360 Lexington Ave., FAX: (212)575-0408. Pres. Martin Lif- NYC 10017. (212)687-5651. FAX: (212)- land; Chmn. Kenneth Kronen; Exec. 687-4085. Board Chmn. Stewart M. Col- V.-Pres. Donald L. Gartner. Raises funds ton; Pres. Saul B. Cohen; Exec. V.-Pres. for the various needs of the Assaf Harofeh Harriet Kendell Kessler. Promotes higher Medical Center in central Israel near Tel education at Tel Aviv University, Israel's Aviv, such as equipment and medical sup- largest and most comprehensive institution plies, medical training for immigrants, of higher learning. The university has a law nurses' training, physiotherapy training, school, medical school, and more than 50 research, and construction of new facili- research institutes, including the Moshe ties. Newsletter. Dayan Center for Middle East & African Studies and the Jaffe Center for Strategic AMERICAN FRIENDS OF BAR-ILAN UNIVER- Studies. Tel Aviv University News; Tau SITY (1955). 91 Fifth Ave., Suite 200, NYC FAX Flash. 10003. (212)337-1270. FAX: (212)337- AMERICAN FRIENDS OF THE HEBREW UNI- 1274. Chancellor Rabbi Emanuel Rack- VERSITY (1925; inc. 1931). 11 E. 69 St., man; Chmn. Global Bd. of Trustees NYC 10021. (212)472-9800. FAX: (212)- Aharon Meir; Pres. Amer. Bd. of Over- 744-2324. Pres. Barbara A. Mandel; Bd. seers Belda Lindenbaum; Exec. V.-Pres. Chmn. Harvey M. Krueger; Exec. V.-Pres. Gen. Yehuda Halevy. Supports Bar-Ilan Robert A. Pearlman. Fosters the growth, University, a traditionally oriented liberal development, and maintenance of the He- arts and sciences institution, where all stu- brew University of Jerusalem; collects dents must take Basic Jewish Studies funds and conducts programs of informa- courses as a requirement of graduation; tion throughout the U.S., highlighting the located in Ramat-Gan, Israel, and char- university's achievements and its signifi- tered by the Board of Regents of the State cance. News from the Hebrew University of of NY. Update; Bar-Ilan News. Jerusalem; Scopus magazine. NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 527

AMERICAN FRIENDS OF THE ISRAEL MU- fecting U.S.-Israel relations; represents SEUM (1972). 10 E. 40 St., Suite 1208, Americans who believe support for a se- NYC 10016. (212)683-5190. FAX: (212)- cure Israel is in U.S. interest. Works for a 683-3187. Pres. Maureen Cogan; Exec. strong U.S.-Israel relationship. Near East Dir. Michele Cohn Tocci. Raises funds for Report; AIPAC Papers on U.S.-Israel Rela- special projects of the Israel Museum in tions. Jerusalem; solicits works of art for exhibi- tion and educational purposes. Newsletter. AMERICAN-ISRAELI LIGHTHOUSE, INC. (1928; reorg. 1955). 30 E. 60 St., NYC AMERICAN FRIENDS OF THE SHALOM 10022. (212)838-5322. Pres. Mrs. Leonard HARTMAN INSTITUTE (1976). 280 Grand F. Dank; Sec. Frances Lentz. Provides ed- Ave., Englewood, NJ 07631. (201)894- ucation and rehabilitation for the blind and 0566. FAX: (201)894-0377. Pres. Robert physically handicapped in Israel to effect P. Kogod; Dir. Rabbi Donniel Hartman; their social and vocational integration into Admin. Dorothy Minchin. Supports the the seeing community; built and maintains Shalom Hartman Institute, Jerusalem, an Rehabilitation Center for the Blind (Mig- institute of higher education and research dal Or) in Haifa. Tower. center, devoted to applying the teachings of classical Judaism to the issues of modern AMERICAN JEWISH LEAGUE FOR ISRAEL life. Founded in 1976 by , (1957). 130 E. 59 St., NYC 10022. (212)- the institute includes a Beit Midrash and 371-1583. Pres. Rabbi Reuben M. Katz; centers for philosophy, theology, Hala- Bd. Chmn. Joseph Landow. Seeks to unite khah, political thought, and medical sci- all those who, notwithstanding differing ence, an experimental school, and pro- philosophies of Jewish life, are committed grams for lay leadership. to the historical ideals of Zionism; works, independently of class, party, or religious AMERICAN FRIENDS OF THE TEL AVIV MU- affiliation, for the welfare of Israel as a SEUM OF ART (1974). 133 E. 58 St., Suite whole. Not identified with any political 704, NYC 10022. (212)593-5771. Co- parties in Israel. Member, World Confed- chmn. David Genser, Hanno Mott. Exec. eration of United Zionists. Bulletin of the Dir. Ursula Kalish. Raises funds for the American Jewish League for Israel. Tel Aviv Museum of Art in Tel Aviv, Is- rael; enables Americans to better under- AMERICAN PHYSICIANS FELLOWSHIP FOR stand and become involved in Israeli art MEDICINE IN ISRAEL (1950). 2001 Beacon and culture. St., Brookline, MA 02146. (617)232-5382. Pres. Leonard F. Gottlieb, MD. Exec. Dir. AMERICAN FRIENDS/SARAH HERZOG ME- Daniel C. Goldfarb. Helps Israel become a MORIAL HOSPITAL-JERUSALEM (EZRATH major world medical center; secures fel- NASHIM) (1895). 40 E. 34 St., Suite 907, lowships for selected Israeli physicians and NYC 10016. (212)725-8175. FAX: (212)- arranges lectureships in Israel by promi- 683-3871. Pres. Irwin S. Meltzer. Supports nent American physicians; runs medical research, education, and patient care at Ez- seminars in Israel; coordinates U.S. and rath Nashim Association in Jerusalem, Canadian medical and paramedical emer- which includes a 290-bed hospital, com- gency volunteers to Israel; supports re- prehensive outpatient clinic, drug-abuse search and health-care projects in Israel. clinic, geriatric center, and the Jacob Her- APF News. zog Psychiatric Research Center; Israel's only independent, nonprofit, voluntary AMERICAN RED MAGEN DAVID FOR IS- geriatric and psychiatric hospital; used as a RAEL, INC. (1940). 888 Seventh Ave., Suite teaching facility by Israel's major medical 403, NYC 10106. (212)757-1627. FAX: schools. Friend to Friend; To Open the (212)757-^662. Pres. Robert L. Sadoff, Gates of Healing. MD; Natl. Chmn. Louis Cantor; Exec. V.-Pres. Benjamin Saxe. An authorized AMERICAN ISRAEL PUBLIC AFFAIRS COM- tax-exempt organization; the sole support MITTEE (AIPAC) (1954). 440 First St., arm in the U.S. of Magen David Adorn, NW, Washington, DC 20001. (202)639- Israel's Red Cross Service; raises funds for 5200. FAX: (202)347^921. Pres. David MDA's emergency medical services for Is- Steiner; Exec. Dir. Thomas A. Dine. Reg- rael's military and civilian population, sup- istered to lobby on behalf of legislation af- plies ambulances, bloodmobiles, and mo- 528 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

bile cardiac rescue units serving all hospi- affiliated organizations. Offices in Chicago, tals and communities throughout Israel; Los Angeles, New York. Groups in Balti- supports MDA's 73 emergency medical more, , Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, clinics and helps provide training and Rochester, Washington, DC. HaMakor. equipment for volunteer emergency para- medical corps. Lifeline. AMERICAN ZIONIST YOUTH FOUNDATION, INC. (1963). 110 E. 59 St., NYC 10022. AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR TECHNION-ISRAEL (212)751-6070. Pres. Rabbi Joseph P. INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (1940). 810 Sternstein; Exec. Dir. Ruth Kastner. Seventh Ave., 24th fl., NYC 10019. (212)- Heightens Zionist awareness among Jew- 262-6200. FAX: (212)262-6155. Pres. ish youth through programs and services Lewis M. Weston; Natl. Chmn. Leonard geared to high-school and college-age Sherman; Exec. V.-Pres. Melvyn H. youngsters. Sponsors educational tours to Bloom. Supports the work of the Tech- Israel, study in leading institutions; spon- nion-Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, sors field workers on campus and in sum- which trains nearly 10,000 students in 20 mer camps; prepares and provides special- departments and a medical school, and ists who present and interpret the Israel conducts research across a broad spectrum experience for community centers and fed- of science and technology. Technion USA. erations throughout the country. Activist Newsletter; Guide to Education and Pro- AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR THE PROTECTION gramming Material; Programs in Israel. OF NATURE IN ISRAEL (1986). 330 Sev- enth Ave., NYC 10001. (212)947-2820. AMERICANS FOR A SAFE ISRAEL (1971). 147 FAX: (212)629-0509. Hon. Pres. Samuel E. 76 St., NYC 10021. (212)628-9400. W. Lewis. Seeks to increase the American FAX: (212)988-4065. Chmn. Herbert public's awareness of, and support for, the Zweibon. Seeks to educate Americans in critical conservation efforts conducted in Congress, the media, and the public in gen- Israel by the Society for the Protection of eral about Israel's role as a strategic asset Nature in Israel (SPNI). Conducts educa- for the West; through meetings with legis- tional programs and outdoor activities in lators and the media, in press releases and the U.S. publications, promotes the notion of Jew- ish rights to Judea and Samaria and the AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR YAD VASHEM concept of "peace for peace" as an alterna- (1981). 48 W. 37 St., NYC 10018. (212)- tive to "territory for peace." Outpost. 564-9606. FAX: (212)268-0529. Chmn. Eli Zborowski; Exec. Dir. Selma Schiffer. (1984). 27 W. Development arm of Yad Vashem, Jerusa- 20 St., 9th fl., NYC 10011. (212)645-6262. lem, the central international authority FAX: (212)929-3459. Pres. Jonathan created by the in 1953 for the pur- Jacoby. Conducts educational programs poses of commemoration and education in and raises funds to support the Israeli connection with the Holocaust. Martyr- peace movement, Shalom Achshav (Peace dom and Resistance (newsletter). Now), and coordinates U.S. advocacy ef- forts through APN's Washington-based AMERICAN ZIONIST FEDERATION (1939; Center for Israeli Peace and Security. Na- reorg. 1949 and 1970). 110 E. 59 St., NYC tional Newsletter. 10022. (212)318-6100. FAX: (212)935- 3578. Pres. Simon Schwartz; Exec. Dir. AMERICANS FOR PROGRESSIVE ISRAEL Karen Rubinstein. Coordinates the work (1952). 224 W. 35 St., Suite 403, NYC of the Zionist constituency in the areas of 10001. (212)868-0386. Pres. Naftali education, aliyah, youth and young leader- Landesman. A socialist Zionist organiza- ship and public and communal affairs. tion that calls for a just and durable peace Seeks to involve the Zionist and broader between Israel and all its Arab neighbors, Jewish community in programs and events including the Palestinian people; works for focused on Israel and Zionism (e.g., Zionist the liberation of all Jews; seeks the democ- Shabbat, Scholars-in-Residence, Yom ratization of Jewish communal and organi- Yerushalayim) and through these pro- zational life; promotes dignity of labor, so- grams to develop a greater appreciation for cial justice, and a deeper understanding of the Zionist idea among American Jewry. Jewish heritage. Affiliate of American Composed of 16 national Zionist organiza- Zionist Federation and World Union of tions, 10 Zionist youth movements, and Mapam, with fraternal ties to Hashomer NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 529

Hatzair and Artzi Federation of over 45 different countries, including Ethi- Israel. Israel Horizons; API Newsletter. opia, Russia, and Iran. Enrollment: over 1,400 students in jr. high school, academic AMIT WOMEN (formerly AMERICAN MIZ- and technical high school, and a college of RACHI WOMEN) (1925). 817 Broadway, applied engineering. BTJ Newsbriefs; Your NYC 10003. (212)477-4720. Pres. Norma Town Magazine. Holzer; Exec. Dir. Marvin Leff. The State of Israel's official reshet (network) for reli- CAMERA—COMMITTEE FOR ACCURACY gious secondary technological education; IN MIDDLE EAST REPORTING IN AMER- conducts innovative children's homes and ICA (1982). PO Box 428, Boston, MA youth villages in Israel in an environment 02258. (617) 789-3672. FAX: (617) 787- of traditional Judaism; promotes cultural 7853. Natl. Pres. Andrea Levin. Monitors activities for the purpose of disseminating and responds to media distortion in order Zionist ideals and strengthening tradi- to promote better understanding of Middle tional Judaism in America. AMIT Woman. East events; urges members to alert the media to errors, omissions, and distortions; AMPAL—AMERICAN ISRAEL CORPORATION unites all friends of Israel regardless of pol- (1942). 10 Rockefeller Plaza, NYC 10020- itics or religion to correct unbalanced or 1956. (212)586-3232. FAX: (212)649- inaccurate coverage of Middle East. CAM- 1745. Pres. Lawrence Lefkowitz; Bd. ERA Media Report (quarterly); CAMERA Chmn. Michael Arnon. Finances and in- on Campus; Action Alerts. vests in industrial, agricultural, real estate, hotel, and tourist enterprises in Israel. An- COUNCIL FOR A BEAUTIFUL ISRAEL ENVI- nual report; quarterly reports. RONMENTAL EDUCATION FOUNDATION (1973). 350 Fifth Ave., 19th fl.,NY C ARZA—ASSOCIATION OF REFORM ZION- 10118. (212)947-5709. Pres. Alice M. ISTS OF AMERICA (1977). 838 Fifth Ave., Weiss; Admin. Dir. Donna Lindemann. A NYC 10021. (212)249-0100. FAX: (212)- support group for the Israeli body, whose 517-7968. Pres. Norman D. Schwartz; activities include education, town plan- Exec. Dir. Rabbi Eric Yoffie. Individual ning, lobbying for legislation to protect and Zionist membership organization devoted enhance the environment, preservation of to achieving Jewish pluralism in Israel and historical sites, the improvement and strengthening the Israeli Reform move- beautification of industrial and commercial ment. Chapter activities in the U.S. con- areas, and renovating bomb shelters into centrate on these issues and on strengthen- parks and playgrounds. Yearly newsletter. ing American public support for Israel. ARZA Newsletter. WOMEN OF AMERICA (formerly HAPOEL HAMIZRACHI WOMEN'S ORGA- BETAR ZIONIST YOUTH ORGANIZATION NIZATION) (1948). 7 Penn Plaza, NYC (1935). 218 E. 79 St., NYC 10021. (212)- 10001. (212)564-9045. FAX: (212)643- 353-8033. Central Shlihim Arie Salman, 9731. Pres. Sondra H. Fisch; Exec. Dir. Tova Vagami; Dir. Glenn Mones. Orga- Shirley Singer. Maintains and supports 200 nizes youth groups across North America educational and social-welfare institutions to teach Zionism, Jewish pride, and love of in Israel within a religious framework, in- Israel; sponsors summer programs in Israel cluding day-care centers, kindergartens, for Jewish youth ages 13-21; sponsors children's residential homes, vocational Tagar Zionist Student Activist Movement schools for the underprivileged, senior-citi- on college campuses. Etgar. zen centers, a college complex, and Holo- caust study center. Also involved in ab- BOYS TOWN JERUSALEM FOUNDATION OF sorption of Soviet and Ethiopian AMERICA INC. (1948). 91 Fifth Ave., Suite immigrants (recognized by Israeli govern- 601, NYC 10003. (212)242-1118. FAX: ment as an official absorption agency). The (212)242-2190. Pres. Michael J. Scharf; Emunah Woman; Lest We Forget; Emu- Chmn. Josh S. Weston; V.-Chmn. Alexan- nah Connection. der S. Linchner; Exec. V.-Pres. Rabbi Ro- nald L. Gray. Raises funds for Boys Town FEDERATED COUNCIL OF ISRAEL INSTITU- Jerusalem, which was established in 1948 TIONS—FCII (1940). 4702 15th Ave., to offer a comprehensive academic, reli- , NY 11219. (718)972-5530. Bd. gious, and technical education to disadvan- Chmn. Z. Shapiro; Exec. V.-Pres. Rabbi taged Israeli and immigrant boys from Julius Novack. Central fund-raising orga- 530 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

nization for over 100 affiliated institutions; Russian youth, and a video series in Rus- handles and executes estates, wills, and be- sian and English on famous Jewish person- quests for the traditional institutions in Is- alities. rael; clearinghouse for information on bud- get, size, functions, etc., of traditional GIVAT HA VIVA EDUCATIONAL FOUNDA- educational, welfare, and philanthropic in- TION, INC. (1966). 27 W. 20 St., #902, stitutions in Israel, working cooperatively NYC 10011. (212)255-2992. FAX: (212)- with the Israeli government and the over- 627-1287. Chmn. Bruno Aron. Supports seas department of the Council of Jewish programs in Israel to further Jewish-Arab Federations. Annual financial reports and rapprochement, narrow economic and statistics on affiliates. educational gaps within Israeli society, and improve educational opportunities for var- FRIENDS OF LABOR ISRAEL (1987). 27 W. 20 ious disadvantaged youth. Affiliated with St., 9th fl., NYC 10011. (212)255-1796. the Givat Haviva Center of the Kibbutz FAX: (212)929-3459. Chmn. Rabbi Dan- Artzi Federation, the Menachem Bader iel Polish; Exec. Dir. Rabbi Stanley A. Fund, and other projects. In the U.S., Ringler. American organization commit- GHEF, Inc., sponsors educational semi- ted to a program of education in America nars, public lectures and parlor meetings and Israel on behalf of institutions, organi- with Israeli speakers, as well as individual zations, and projects in Israel designed to and group trips to Israel. News from Givat promote democracy, pluralism, social jus- Haviva; special reports. tice, and peace. FLI is an affinity group of the Israel Labor party and represents the GOLDA MEIR ASSOCIATION (1984). 33 E. 67 concerns of progressive American Jews in St., NYC 10021. (212)570-1443. FAX: Labor party circles. Labor Political Briefs. (212)737^326. Chmn. Alfred H. Moses; Pres. Robert C. Klutznick. Consultant, FRIENDS OF THE Robert I. Evans: 2300 Computer Ave., (1981). 21 W. 38 St., 5th fl.,NY C 10018. Bldg. G., Willow Grove, PA, 19090. (215) (212)575-5030. FAX: (212)575-7815. Bd. 830-1406. FAX: (215) 657-5161. North Chmn. Marvin Josephson. Sec. Stephen American support group for the Israeli as- Rubin. Supports the Agudah Lema'an sociation, whose large-scale educational Hahayal, Israel's Assoc. for the Weil- programs address the issues of democracy Being of Soldiers, founded in the early in Israel, Sephardi-Ashkenazi integration, 1940s, which provides social, recreational, religious pluralism, the peace process, and and educational programs for soldiers, spe- relations between Israeli Jews and Arabs. cial services for the sick and wounded, and Its "Project Democracy" has been adapted much more. to help new Soviet immigrants integrate into Israeli society by providing them an FUND FOR HIGHER EDUCATION (1970). education in democratic ideals and princi- 1768 S. Wooster St., Los Angeles, CA ples. Newsletter. 90035. (213)202-1879. Chmn. Amnon Barness; Chmn. Exec. Com. Max Candi- HABONIM-DROR NORTH AMERICA (1934). otty. Raises funds and disseminates infor- 27 W. 20 St., 9th fl., NYC 10011. (212)- mation in the interest of institutions of 255-1796. Sec-Gen. Melody Robens-Par- higher education in the U.S. and Israel. adise; Exec. Off. Aryeh Valdberg. Fosters Over $18 million distributed to over 100 identification with pioneering in Israel; institutions of higher learning, including stimulates study of Jewish life, history, and over $11 million in Israel and $6 million in culture; sponsors community-action pro- the U.S. In Response. jects, seven summer camps in North Amer- ica, programs in Israel, and garinei aliyah. GESHER FOUNDATION (1969). 421 Seventh Batnua; Progressive Zionist Journal; Bimat Ave., #905, NYC 10001. (212) 564-0338. Hamaapilim. FAX: (212)967-2726. Pres. Matthew J. Maryles; Exec. V.-Pres. Hillel Wiener. HADASSAH, THE WOMEN'S ZIONIST ORGA- Seeks to bridge the gap between Jews of NIZATION OF AMERICA, INC. (1912). 50 various backgrounds in Israel by stressing W. 58 St., NYC 10019. (212)355-7900. the interdependence of all Jews. Runs en- FAX: (212)303-8282. Pres. Deborah Ka- counter seminars for Israeli youth; distrib- plan; Exec. Dir. Beth Wohlgelernter. In utes curricular materials for public America helps interpret Israel to the schools; offers Jewish identity classes for American people; provides basic Jewish NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 531

education as a background for intelligent cies: 17 major hospitals; over 1,300 medi- and creative Jewish living; sponsors Young cal, dental, and pharmaceutical clinics; Judaea/Hashachar, largest Zionist youth several schools of medicine and nursing; movement in U.S., which has four divi- 158 vocational trade schools; 6 senior-citi- sions: , Intermediate Judaea, zen geriatric centers; 5 children's villages; Senior Judaea, and Hamagshimim; oper- and 4 colleges. ates six Zionist youth camps in this coun- try; supports summer and all-year courses JEWISH COMMITTEE FOR ISRAELI-PALES- in Israel. Maintains in Israel Hadassah-He- TINIAN PEACE (1982). PO Box 4991, brew University Medical Center for heal- Washington, DC 20008. (301)530-1737. ing, teaching, and research; Hadassah Col- Seth Grimes, Ellen Siegel, representatives. lege of Technology; and Hadassah Career Promotes a two-state solution to the Israeli- Counseling Institute. Update; Headlines; Palestinian conflict to be achieved through Hadassah Magazine; Textures; Bat Kol; negotiations with the PLO in order to en- The Catalyst; The American Scene. sure Israeli security and Palestinian rights. Sponsors educational and dialogue pro- , YOUNG JUDAEA/HASHACHAR grams, writes articles and editorials, assists (1909; reorg. 1967). 50 W. 58 St., NYC the Israeli peace movement. Israeli-Pales- 10019. (212)355-7900. Natl. Dir. Glen tinian Digest. Karonsky; Coord. Hamagshimim (college level) Michael Balaban; Pres. of Sr. Judaea JEWISH INSTITUTE FOR NATIONAL SECU- (high-school level) Evan Shereck. Seeks to RITY AFFAIRS (JINSA) (1976). 1717 K St., educate Jewish youth aged 9-27 toward NW, Suite 300, Washington, DC 22202. Jewish and Zionist values, active commit- (202)833-0020. FAX: (202)296-6452. ment to and participation in the American Pres. Sen. Rudy Boschwitz; Exec. Dir. and Israeli Jewish communities; maintains Tom Neumann. A nonprofit, nonpartisan summer camps and year programs in Is- educational organization working within rael. Hamagshimim Journal; Kol Hat'nua; the American Jewish community to ex- The Young Judaean. plain the link between American defense policy and the security of the State of Is- HASHOMER HATZAIR, SOCIALIST ZIONIST rael; and within the national security estab- YOUTH MOVEMENT (1923). 224 W. 35 St., lishment to explain the key role Israel plays Suite 403, NYC 10001. (212)929-4955. in bolstering American interests. Security FAX: (212)627-1287. Sec. David Sus- Affairs. kauer; Natl. Dir. Yossi Amir. Seeks to edu- cate Jewish youth to an understanding of JEWISH NATIONAL FUND OF AMERICA Zionism as the national liberation move- (1901). 42 E. 69 St., NYC 10021. (212)- ment of the Jewish people. Promotes aliyah 879-9300. FAX: (212)517-3293. Pres. to kibbutzim. Affiliated with AZYF and Ruth W. Popkin; Exec. V.-Pres. Dr. Sam- Kibbutz Artzi Federation. Espouses so- uel I. Cohen. Exclusive fund-raising cialist-Zionist ideals of peace, justice, de- agency of the world Zionist movement for mocracy, and brotherhood. Young Guard. the afforestation, reclamation, and devel- opment of the land of Israel, including con- INTERNS FOR PEACE (1976). 270 W. 89 St., struction of roads, parks, and recreational NYC 10024. (212)580-0540. FAX: (212)- areas, preparation of land for new commu- 580-0693. Dir. Rabbi Bruce M. Cohen. An nities and industrial facilities; helps em- independent, nonprofit, nonpolitical orga- phasize the importance of Israel in schools nization, dedicated to fostering under- and synagogues throughout the U.S. JNF standing and respect between Jewish and Almanac; Land and Life. Arab citizens of Israel. JEWISH PEACE LOBBY (1989). 8401 Coles- ISRAEL HISTADRUT FOUNDATION (1960). ville Rd., Suite 317, Silver Spring, MD 276 Fifth Ave., Suite 901, NYC 10001. 20910. (301)589-8764. FAX: (301)589- (212)683-5454. FAX: (212)213-9233. Pres. 2722. Pres. Jerome M. Segal. A legally reg- Herbert Rothman; Exec. V.-Pres. Alvin istered lobby promoting changes in U.S. Smolin. Specializes in planned giving, policy vis-a-vis the Israeli-Palestinian con- which includes testamentary bequests, flict. Supports Israel's right to peace within charitable trusts, and endowment funds secure borders; a political settlement based that benefit over 85% of the people of Is- on mutual recognition of the right of self- rael through Histadrut social-service agen- determination of both peoples; a two-state 532 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

solution as the most likely means to a sta- Chmn. Howard M. Squadron; Pres. Dr. ble peace. Washington Action Alerts. Samuel C. Klagsbrun. Raises funds to help improve the quality of health care in Israel, KEREN OR, INC. (1956). 1133 Broadway, its primary goal the construction of the NYC 10010. (212)255-1180. Bd. Chmn. Children's Medical Center of Israel, a 224- Dr. Edward L. Steinberg; Pres. Dr. Albert bed tertiary care facility for the entire re- Homblass; Exec. V.-Pres. Paul H. Golden- gion. Brochures and newsletters. berg. Funds the Keren-Or Center for Mul- tihandicapped Blind Children, at 3 Abba MERCAZ U.S.A. (1979). 155 Fifth Ave., Hillel Silver St., Ramot, Jerusalem, hous- NYC 10010. (212)533-7800. Pres. Rabbi ing and caring for 70 children, l'/i to 16 Matthew H. Simon; Exec. Dir. Renah L. years of age. Provides long-term basic Rabinowitz. The U.S. Zionist organization training, therapy, rehabilitative, and early for Conservative/Masorti Judaism; works childhood education to the optimum level for religious pluralism in Israel, defending of the individual; with major hospitals, is and promoting Conservative/Masorti in- involved in research into causes of multi- stitutions and individuals; fosters Zionist handicapped blind birth. education and aliyah and develops young leadership. Mercaz News & Views. LABOR ZIONIST ALLIANCE (formerly FAR- BAND LABOR ZIONIST ORDER; now unit- NA'AMAT USA, THE WOMEN'S LABOR ing membership and branches of POALE ZIONIST ORGANIZATION OF AMERICA, ZION—UNITED LABOR ZIONIST ORGANI- INC. (formerly PIONEER WOMEN/NA'A- ZATION OF AMERICA and AMERICAN MAT) (1925; reorg. 1985). 200 Madison HABONIM ASSOCIATION) (1913). 33 E. 67 Ave., Suite 1808, NYC 10016. (212)725- St., NYC 10021. (212)628-0042. Pres. 8010. FAX: (212)447-5187. Pres. Harriet Henry L. Feingold. Seeks to enhance Jew- Green. Part of a world movement of work- ish life, culture, and education in U.S. and ing women and volunteers, NA'AMAT Canada; aids in building State of Israel as USA helps provide social, educational, and a cooperative commonwealth, and its legal services for women, teenagers, and Labor movement organized in the Hista- children in Israel. It also advocates legisla- drut; supports efforts toward a more demo- tion for women's rights and child welfare cratic society throughout the world; fur- in the U.S., furthers Jewish education, and thers the democratization of the Jewish supports Habonim-Dror, the Labor Zion- community in America and the welfare of ist youth movement. NA'AMAT Woman Jews everywhere; works with labor and lib- magazine. eral forces in America. Jewish Frontier; Yiddisher Kempfer. NATIONAL COMMITTEE FOR LABOR IS- RAEL—HISTADRUT (1923). 33 E. 67 St., LEAGUE FOR LABOR ISRAEL (1938; reorg. NYC 10021. (212)628-1000. FAX: (212)- 1961). 33 E. 67 St., NYC 10021. (212)628- 517-7478. Pres. Jay Mazur; Exec. V.-Pres. 0042. Pres. Henry L. Feingold; V.-Pres. Yehuda Ebstein; Chmn. Trade Union Ben Cohen. Conducts Labor Zionist edu- Council Morton Bahr. Raises funds for the cational and cultural activities for youth educational, health, social and cultural in- and adults in the American Jewish com- stitutions of the Israeli Federation of munity. Promotes educational travel to Is- Labor-Histadrut. Promotes relations be- rael. tween American trade unions and the His- tadrut and the American Jewish commu- LIKUD USA (1925). 4 East 34 St., 4th fl., nity. Backdrop Histadrut; Amal Newsletter. NYC 10016. (212)447-7887. FAX: (212)- 447-7492. Exec. Dir. David Borowich; (1979). 110115 St., NW, Pres. George S. Meissner. Educates the Suite 304, Washington, DC 20005. (202)- Jewish community and the American pub- 223-3333. FAX: (202)659-2789. Pres. lic about the views of Israel's Likud party; Mary Ann Stein; Exec. Dir. Norman S. encourages support for a strong, secure Rosenberg. A partnership of Israelis and State of Israel in all of its territory. The North Americans dedicated to strengthen- Likud Newsletter. ing democracy and advancing social justice in Israel. The Fund strengthens Israel's MEDICAL DEVELOPMENT FOR ISRAEL democratic fabric by providing funds and (1982). 130 E. 59 St., NYC 10022. (212)- technical assistance to the independent, 759-3370. FAX: (212)759-0120. Bd. public-interest sector; cultivating a new NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 533

generation of public-interest leaders; and PROJECT NISHMA (1988). 1225 15 St., NW, educating citizens—both in Israel and Washington, DC 20005. (202)462-4268. abroad—to create a constituency for de- FAX: (202)462-3892. Cochmn. Theodore mocracy. Quarterly newsletter; annual re- R. Mann, Edward Sanders, Henry Ro- port. sovsky; Exec. Dir. Thomas R. Smerling. Conducts educational programs on Israeli PEC ISRAEL ECONOMIC CORPORATION (for- security and the peace process; arranges merly PALESTINE ECONOMIC CORPORA- military briefings for Jewish leaders; pub- TION) (1926). 511 Fifth Ave., NYC 10017. lishes articles by senior Israeli defense ex- (212)687-2400. Chmn. R. Recanati; Pres. perts; analyzes U.S. Jewish opinion; and Joseph Ciechanover; Sec.-Asst. Treas. Wil- articulates pragmatic positions. Sponsored liam Gold. Primarily engaged in the busi- ness of organizing, financing, and adminis- by over 100 nationally active Jewish lead- tering business enterprises located in or ers from across the country. affiliated with enterprises in the State of RELIGIOUS ZIONISTS OF AMERICA. 25 W. 26 Israel, through holdings of equity securi- St., NYC 10010. (212)689-1414. ties and loans. Annual report. , OF NORTH AMERICA PEF ISRAEL ENDOWMENT FUNDS, INC. (1934). 25 W. 26 St., NYC 10010. (212)- (1922). 41 E. 42 St., Suite 607, NYC 10017. 889-5260. V.-Pres. Admin. Marc Haber; (212)599-1260. Chmn. Sidney A. Luria; Natl. Dir. Noah Slomowitz. The only reli- Pres. Abraham J. Kremer; Sec. Harvey gious Zionist youth movement in North Brecher. Uses funds for educational, re- America, serving over 10,000 young people search, religious, health, and other philan- from grade school through graduate school thropic institutions in Israel. Annual re- in 16 active regions across the United port. States and Canada, six summer camps, seven established summer, winter, and PIONEER WOMEN/NA'AMAT {see NA'AMAT year programs in Israel. Stresses commu- USA) nal involvement, social activism, leader- POALE AGUDATH ISRAEL OF AMERICA, ship training, and substantive program- INC. (1948). 4405 13th Ave., Brooklyn, ming to educate young people toward a NY 11219. (718)435-5449. Pres. Rabbi commitment to Judaism and Israel. Aki- Fabian Schonfeld; Exec. V.-Pres. Rabbi von; Hamvaser; Pinkas Lamadrich; Daf Moshe Malinowitz. Aims to educate Rayonot; Ma'Ohalai Torah; Zraim. American Jews to the values of Orthodoxy and aliyah; supports kibbutzim, trade , MIZRACHI-HAPOEL HAMIZRACHI schools, yeshivot, moshavim, kollelim, re- (1909; merged 1957). 25 W. 26 St., NYC search centers, and children's homes in Is- 10010. (212)689-1414. FAX: (212)779- rael. PAI News; She'arim; Hamayan. 3043. Pres. Rabbi Sol Roth; Exec. V.-Pres. Israel Friedman. Disseminates ideals of re- , WOMEN'S DIVISION OF (1948). Pres. ligious Zionism; conducts cultural work, Aliza Widawsky; Presidium: Sarah Iva- educational program, public relations; nisky, Miriam Lubling, Bertl Rittenberg. raises funds for religious educational insti- Assists Poale Agudath Israel to build and tutions in Israel, including yeshivot hesder support children's homes, kindergartens, and Bnei Akiva. Newsletters; Kolenu. and trade schools in Israel. Yediot PAI. , MIZRACHI PALESTINE FUND PROGRESSIVE ZIONIST CAUCUS (1982). 27 (1928). 25 W. 26 St., NYC 10010. Chmn. W. 20 St., 9th fl.,NY C 10011. (212)675- Joseph Wilon; Sec. Israel Friedman. Fund- 1168. FAX: (212)929-3459. Dir. Alexan- raising arm of Mizrachi movement. dra Wall; Aryeh Valdberg. A campus-based grass-roots organization , NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR TORAH committed to a progressive Zionist agenda. EDUCATION OF MIZRACHI-HAPOEL Students organize local and regional edu- HAMIZRACHI (1939). 25 W. 26 St., NYC cational, cultural, and political activities, 10010. Pres. Rabbi Israel Schorr; Dir. such as speakers, films, Kabbalot Shabbat, Rabbi Meyer Golombek. Organizes and and Arab-Jewish dialogue groups. The supervises yeshivot and Torahs; PZC Kvutzat Aliyah is a support frame- prepares and trains teachers; publishes work for individuals interested in aliyah to textbooks and educational materials; orga- a city or town. La'Inyan; Makor. nizes summer seminars for Hebrew educa- 534 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

tors in cooperation with Torah Depart- problems on Jewish scene here and abroad, ment of Jewish Agency; conducts ulpan. presentation of Jewish heritage values in Hazarkor; Chemed. light of Zionist experience of the ages, study of modern Israel, and Jewish social , NOAM-MIZRACHI NEW LEADER- research with particular consideration of SHIP COUNCIL (formerly NOAM-HAMISH- history and impact of Zionism. Lectures, MERET HATZEIRA) (1970). 25 W. 26 St., forums, Encounter with Creativity; musi- NYC 10010. (212)684-6091. Chmn. Rabbi cales, recitals, concerts; holiday celebra- Marc Schneier; V.-Chmn. Sheon Karol. tions; visual art programs, Nouveau Artist Develops new religious Zionist leadership Introductions. Annual Program Preview; in the U.S. and Canada; presents young Herzl Institute Bulletin. religious people with various alternatives for settling in Israel through garinei aliyah UNITED CHARITY INSTITUTIONS OF JERU- (core groups); meets the religious, educa- SALEM, INC. (1903). 1467 48 St., Brooklyn, tional, and social needs of Jewish young NY 11219. (718)633-8469. Chmn. Rabbi adults and young couples. Forum. Pollak. Raises funds for the maintenance of schools, kitchens, clinics, and dispensar- SOCIETY OF ISRAEL PHILATELISTS (1948). ies in Israel; free loan foundations in Israel. 27436 Aberdeen, Southfield, MI 48076. (313)557-0887. Pres. Dr. Emil Dickstein; , INC. (1925). 110 E. Exec. Sec. Irvin Girer. Promotes interest 59 St., NYC 10022. (212)688-0800. FAX: in, and knowledge of, all phases of Israel (212)754-^293. Chmn. Norman H. Lipoff; philately through sponsorship of chapters Exec. V.-Chmn. Herman S. Markowitz. and research groups, maintenance of a Provides funds raised by UJF/Federation philatelic library, and support of public campaigns in the U.S. to aid the people of and private exhibitions. Israel Philatelist; Israel through the programs of the Jewish monographs; books. Agency for Israel, UIA's operating agent. Serves as link between American Jewish STATE OF ISRAEL BONDS (1951). 730 Broad- way, NYC 10003. (212)677-9650. Inter- community and ; natl. Chmn. David B. Hermelin; Pres. Am- assists in resettlement and absorption of bassador Meir Rosenne. Seeks to provide refugees in Israel, and supervises flow and large-scale investment funds for the eco- expenditure of funds for this purpose. An- nomic development of the State of Israel nual report; newsletters; brochures. through the sale of State of Israel bonds in UNITED STATES COMMITTEE SPORTS FOR the U.S., Canada, , and ISRAEL, INC. (1948). 1926 Arch St., Phila- Latin America. delphia, PA 19103. (215)561-6900. Pres. THEODOR HERZL FOUNDATION (1954). 110 Robert E. Spivak; Exec. Dir. Barbara G. E. 59 St., NYC 10022. (212)752-0600. Lissy. Sponsors U.S. participation in, and FAX: (212)826-8959. Chmn. Kalman Sul- fields and selects U.S. team for, World tanik; Sec. Zelig Chinitz. Offers cultural Maccabiah Games in Israel every four activities, lectures, conferences, courses in years; promotes education and sports pro- modern Hebrew and Jewish subjects, Is- grams in Israel; provides funds and techni- rael, Zionism, and Jewish history. Mid- cal and material assistance to Wingate In- stream. stitute for Physical Education and Sport in Israel; sponsors coaching programs in Is- , HERZL PRESS. Chmn. Kalman Sul- rael. USCSFI Newsletter; commemorative tanik. Serves as "the Zionist Press of re- Maccabiah Games journal; financial report. cord," publishing books that are important for the light they shed on Zionist philoso- VOLUNTEERS FOR ISRAEL (1982). 330 W. 42 phy, Israeli history, contemporary Israel St., NYC 10036-6902. (212)643^848. and the Diaspora, and the relationship be- FAX: (212)643^855. Pres. Dr. Meyer tween them. They are important as contri- Ashpitz; Natl. Coord. Arthur W. Stern. butions to Zionist letters and history. Mid- Provides aid to Israel through volunteer stream. work, building lasting relationships be- tween Israelis and Americans. Affords per- THEODOR HERZL INSTITUTE. 110 E. 59 St., sons aged 18-70 the opportunity to partici- NYC 10022. (212)339-6000. Chmn. pate in various duties currently performed Jacques Torczyner; Dir. Ida Reich. Pro- by overburdened Israelis on IDF bases and gram geared to review of contemporary in other settings, enabling them to meet NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 535

and work closely with Israelis and to gain , NORTH AMERICAN ALIYAH MOVE- an inside view of Israeli life and culture. MENT (1968). 110 E. 59 St., NYC 10022. Quarterly newsletter; information docu- (212)339-6060. FAX: (212)826-8959. ments. Exec. Dir. Nellie Neeman. Promotes and facilitates aliyah and klitah from the U.S. WOMEN'S LEAGUE FOR ISRAEL, INC. (1928). and Canada to Israel; serves as a social 160 E. 56 St., NYC 10022. (212)838-1997. framework for North American immi- FAX: (212)888-5972. Pres. Trudy Miner; grants to Israel. Aliyon; NAAM Newsletter; Sr. V.-Pres. Annette Kay; Exec. Dir. Doro- Coming Home. thy Leffler. Promotes the welfare of young people in Israel; built and maintains ZIONIST ORGANIZATION OF AMERICA Homes in Jerusalem, Haifa, Tel Aviv; (1897). ZOA House, 4 E. 34 St., NYC Natanya Vocational Training and Reha- 10016. (212)481-1500. FAX: (212)481- bilitation Center, and the National Library 1515. Pres. Jim Schiller; Exec. V.-Pres. of Social Work. Also many facilities and Paul Flacks. Seeks to safeguard the integ- programs on the campuses of the Hebrew rity and independence of Israel, assist in its University. WLI Bulletin. economic development, and foster the unity of the Jewish people and the central- WORLD CONFEDERATION OF UNITED ZION- ity of Israel in Jewish life in the spirit of ISTS (1946; reorg. 1958). 130 E. 59 St., General Zionism. In Israel, owns and NYC 10022. (212)371-1452. Copres. Ber- maintains both the ZOA House in Tel nice S. Tannenbaum, Kalman Sultanik, Aviv, a cultural center, and the Kfar Silver Melech Topiol. Promotes Zionist educa- Agricultural and Technical High School in tion, sponsors nonparty youth movements Ashkelon, with a full-time student enroll- in the Diaspora, and strives for an Israel- ment of 700 students. Kfar Silver, under oriented creative Jewish survival in the the supervision of the Israel Ministry of Diaspora. Zionist Information Views. Education, focuses on academic studies, vocational training, and programs for for- WORLD ZIONIST ORGANIZATION—AMERI- eign students. American Zionist Magazine; CAN SECTION (1971). 110 E. 59 St., NYC Zionist Information Service Weekly News 10022. (212)339-6000. FAX: (212)826- Bulletin (ZINS); Public Affairs Action 8959. Chmn. Bernice S. Tannenbaum; Guidelines; Public Affairs Action Report for Exec. V.-Chmn. Zelig Chinitz. As the ZOA Leaders. American section of the overall Zionist body throughout the world, it operates pri- OVERSEAS AID marily in the field of aliyah from the free countries, education in the Diaspora, AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR ETHIOPIAN youth and Hechalutz, organization and in- JEWS (1969). 1836 Jefferson Place, NW, formation, cultural institutions, publica- Washington, DC 20036. (202)223-6838. tions; conducts a worldwide Hebrew cul- FAX: (202)223-2961. Pres. Nathan Sha- piro; Exec. Dir. William Recant. Informs tural program including special seminars world Jewry about the plight of Ethiopian and pedagogic manuals; disperses informa- Jews; advocates reunification with family tion and assists in research projects con- members in Israel as a major priority; pro- cerning Israel; promotes, publishes, and vides aid in refugee areas and Ethiopia; and distributes books, periodicals, and pam- helps resettlement in Israel. Release; News- phlets concerning developments in Israel, line. Zionism, and Jewish history. Midstream; The Zionist Voice. AMERICAN FRIENDS OF THE ALLIANCE IS- RAELITE UNIVERSELLE, INC. (1946). 420 , DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND Lexington Ave., Suite 1733, NYC 10170. CULTURE (1948). 110 E. 59 St., NYC (212)808-5437. FAX: (212)983-0094. 10022. (212)339-6000. FAX: (212)826- Pres. Henriette Beilis; Exec. Dir. Warren 8959. Renders educational services to Green. Participates in educational and boards and schools: study programs, human-rights activities of the AIU and books, AV aids, instruction, teacher in- supports the Alliance System of Jewish training service. Judaic and Hebrew sub- schools, teachers' colleges, and remedial jects. Annual National Bible Contest; Is- programs in Israel, North Africa, the Mid- rael summer and winter programs for dle East, Europe, and Canada. Alliance Re- teachers and students. view. 536 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

AMERICAN JEWISH JOINT DISTRIBUTION Promotes the work of the American ORT COMMITTEE, INC.—JDC (1914). 711 Federation. Third Ave., NYC 10017. (212)687-6200. FAX: (212)370-5467. Pres. Sylvia Hassen- , AMERICAN LABOR ORT (1937). 817 feld; Exec. V.-Pres. Michael Schneider. Broadway, NYC 10003. (212)677^400. Provides assistance to Jewish communities FAX: (212)979-9545. Pres. Sam Fine. in Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Mideast, Promotes the vocational/technical train- including welfare programs for Jews in ing of more than 200,000 young people need. Current concerns include Israel's so- with the marketable skills they need to cial needs and absorption efforts for Soviet become productive members of society. and Ethiopian immigrants; program ex- Promotes the work of the American ORT pansions emphasize Jewish education in Federation in 35 countries around the Eastern Europe and the former USSR and world. nonsectarian development and disaster as- sistance. Annual report; JDC Challenge , BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL ORT (newsletter); Historical Album. (1937). 817 Broadway, NYC 10003. (212)- 677-4400. FAX: (212)979-9545. Pres. AMERICAN JEWISH PHILANTHROPIC FUND Rose Seidel Kalich. Promotes work of (1955). 386 Park Ave. S., 10th fl.,NY C American ORT Federation. 10016. (212)OR9-O010. Pres. Charles J. Tanenbaum. Provides resettlement assist- , NATIONAL ORT LEAGUE (1914). ance to Jewish refugees primarily through 817 Broadway, NYC 10003. (212)677- programs administered by the Interna- 4400. FAX: (212)979-9545. Pres. Judah tional Rescue Committee at its offices in Wattenberg; First V.-Pres. Tibor Wald- Western Europe and the U.S. man. Promotes ORT idea among Jewish fraternal landsmanshaften and individu- AMERICAN ORT FEDERATION, INC.—OR- als. Promotes the work of the American GANIZATION FOR REHABILITATION ORT Federation. THROUGH TRAINING (1924). 817 Broad- way, NYC 10003. (212)677^400. FAX: , WOMEN'S AMERICAN ORT (1927). (212)979-9545. Pres. Murray Koppelman; 315 Park Ave. S., NYC 10010. (212)505- Exec. V.-Pres. Marshall M. Jacobson. Pro- 7700. FAX: (212)674-3057. Pres. Sandy vides vocational/technical education to Isenstein; Exec. Dir. Thila Elpern. Ad- more than 220,000 students in 38 countries vances the programs and self-help ethos of throughout the world. The largest ORT ORT through membership, fund raising, operation is in Israel, where 96,000 stu- and educational activities. Supports 120 vo- dents attend 140 ORT schools and training cational schools, junior colleges and techni- centers. Expanded programs meet the cal training centers in Israel; helps meet the needs of emigration of Jews from the Soviet educational needs of Jewish communities in Union: in Israel, special vocational training 30 countries; spearheads growing ORT- and job placement programs; in the U.S. U.S. school operations in New York, Los special programs in New York, Chicago, Angeles, and Chicago, and associate pro- and Los Angeles, with courses in English grams in and . Maintains a as a second language, bookkeeping, com- wide-ranging domestic agenda which es- puter operations, and business math. An- pouses quality public education, combats nual cost of program is approximately anti-Semitism, champions women's rights, $187 million. American ORT Federation and promotes a national literacy campaign. Bulletin; American ORT Federation Year- Women's American ORT Reporter; Close- book Ups; Direct Line; The Highest Step; Women's American ORT Yearbook. , AMERICAN AND EUROPEAN FRIENDS OF ORT (1941). 817 Broadway, CONFERENCE ON JEWISH MATERIAL NYC 10003. (212)677^400. FAX: (212)- CLAIMS AGAINST GERMANY, INC. (1951). 979-9545. Pres. Simon Jaglom; Hon. 15 E. 26 St., Rm. 1355, NYC 10010. (212)- Chmn. Jacques Zwibak. Promotes the 696-4944. FAX: (212)679-2126. Pres. Dr. ORT idea among Americans of European Israel Miller; Sec. and Exec. Dir. Saul extraction; supports the Litton ORT Auto- Kagan. Monitors the implementation of Mechanics School in Jerusalem and the restitution and indemnification programs ORT School of Engineering in Jerusalem. of the German Federal Republic (FRG) NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 537

arising from its agreements with West Ger- and learning about Ethiopian Jews. Life- many and most recently with the united line {membership newsletter). Germany, especially with respect to the new restitution law for property lost by RE'UTH WOMEN'S SOCIAL SERVICE, INC. Jewish Nazi victims on the territory of the (1937). 130 E. 59 St., NYC 10022. (212)- former German Democratic Republic. Ad- 836-1570. FAX: (212)836-1114. Pres. ministers Hardship Fund, which distrib- Rosa Strygler; Chmn. Ursula Merkin. utes funds appropriated by FRG for Jew- Maintains in Israel subsidized housing for ish Nazi victims unable to file timely self-reliant elderly; old-age homes for more claims under original indemnification laws. dependent elderly; Lichtenstadter Hospital Also assists needy non-Jews who risked for chronically ill and young accident vic- their lives to help Jewish survivors. tims not accepted by other hospitals; subsi- dized meals; Golden Age clubs. Annual HIAS, INC. (HEBREW IMMIGRANT AID SO- dinner journal. CIETY) (1880; reorg. 1954). 333 Seventh THANKS TO SCANDINAVIA, INC. (1963). 745 Ave., NYC 10001-5004. (212)967-4100. Fifth Ave., Rm. 603, NYC 10151. (212)- FAX: (212)967^442. Pres. Ben Zion 486-8600. FAX: (212)486-5735. Natl. Leuchter; Acting Exec. Dir. Dail Stolow. Chmn. Victor Borge; Pres. Richard Netter; The international migration agency of the Exec. Dir. Judith S. Goldstein. Provides organized American Jewish community, scholarships and fellowships at American assists in the rescue, protection and move- universities and medical centers to stu- ment of Jewish refugees and other Jewish dents and doctors from Denmark, Finland, migrants. HIAS also responds to the mi- Norway, and Sweden in appreciation of the gration needs of other peoples at risk and rescue of Jews from the Holocaust. In- represents and advocates on behalf of all forms current and future generations of these peoples, Jewish and other. Annual Americans and Scandinavians of these sin- report; HIAS Reporter (quarterly newslet- gular examples of humanity and bravery; ter). funds books about this chapter of history. Annual report. INTERNATIONAL COALITION FOR THE RE- VIVAL OF THE JEWS OF YEMEN UNITED JEWISH APPEAL, INC. (1939). 99 (ICROJOY) (1989). 150 Nassau St., Suite Park Ave., Suite 300, NYC 10016. (212)- 1238, NYC 10038. (212)766-5556. Chmn. 818-9100. FAX: (212)818-9509. Natl. Dr. Hayim Tawil; V.-Chmn. Shlomo Chmn. Marvin Lender; Chmn. Bd. of Grafi; Sec. Lester Smerka. Seeks to enrich Trustees Morton A. Kornreich; Exec. and assist the Jewish community of the V.-Pres. Rabbi Brian L. Lurie. The annual Republic of Yemen. UJA/Federation Campaign is the primary instrument for the support of humanitar- JEWISH RESTITUTION SUCCESSOR ORGANI- ZATION (1947). 15 E. 26 St., Rm. 1355, ian programs and social services for Jews NYC 10010. (212)696-4944. FAX: (212)- at home and abroad. In Israel, through the 679-2126. Sec. and Exec. Dir. Saul Kagan. Jewish Agency, campaign funds help ab- Acts to discover, claim, receive, and assist sorb, educate, and settle new immigrants, in the recovery of Jewish heirless or un- build villages and farms in rural areas, sup- claimed property; to utilize such assets or port innovative programs for troubled and to provide for their utilization for the relief, disadvantaged youth, and promote the re- rehabilitation, and resettlement of surviv- vitalization of distressed neighborhoods. ing victims of Nazi persecution. The Operation Exodus Campaign provides funds for the settlement of Soviet and Ethi- NORTH AMERICAN CONFERENCE ON ETHI- opian Jews in Israel. UJA/Federation OPIAN JEWRY (NACOEJ) (1982). 165 E. funds also provide for the well-being of 56 St., NYC 10022. (212)752-6340. FAX: Jews and Jewish communities in 34 other (212)980-5294. Pres. Joseph Feit; Exec. countries around the world through the Dir. Barbara Ribakove Gordon. Provides American Jewish Joint Distribution Com- assistance to Ethiopian Jews in Ethiopia mittee. Constituent departments of the and in Israel; informs American and other UJA include the Rabbinic Cabinet, Uni- Jewish communities about their situation; versity Programs Department, Women's works to increase involvement of world Division, Young Leadership Cabinet, the Jewish communities in assisting, visiting, Women's Young Leadership Cabinet, and 538 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

the Business and Professional Women's AGUDATH ISRAEL WORLD ORGANIZATION Council. (1912). 84 William St., NYC 10038. (212)- 797-9000. Chmn. Rabbi Moshe Sherer, RELIGIOUS AND EDUCATIONAL Rabbi Yehudah Meir Abramowitz. Repre- ORGANIZATIONS sents the interests of Orthodox Jewry on AGUDATH ISRAEL OF AMERICA (1922). 84 the national and international scenes. William St., NYC 10038. (212)797-9000. Sponsors projects to strengthen Torah life Pres. Rabbi Moshe Sherer; Exec. V.-Pres. worldwide. Rabbi Shmuel Bloom; Exec. Dir. Rabbi AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF RABBIS (1978). Boruch B. Borchardt. Mobilizes Orthodox 350 Fifth Ave., Suite 3304, NYC 10118. Jews to cope with Jewish problems in the (212)244-3350. Pres. Rabbi Harold spirit of the Torah; sponsors a broad range Lerner; Exec. Dir. Rabbi David L. Dunn. of projects aimed at enhancing religious An organization of rabbis serving in pul- living, education, children's welfare, pro- pits, in areas of education, and in social tection of Jewish religious rights, outreach work. Quarterly bulletin; monthly newslet- to the assimilated and to Soviet Jewish ar- rivals, and social services. Jewish Observer; ter; membership directory. Dos Yiddishe Vort; Coalition. ASSOCIATION FOR JEWISH STUDIES (1969). Widener Library M., Harvard University, , AGUDAH WOMEN OF AMERICA- Cambridge, MA 02138. Pres. Herbert H. N'SHEI AGUDATH ISRAEL (1940). 84 Wil- Paper; Exec. Sec. Charles Berlin. Seeks to liam St., NYC 10038. (212)363-8940. promote, maintain, and improve the Presidium Esther Bohensky, Aliza Grund; teaching of Jewish studies in American Exec. Dir. Rita Siff. Organizes Jewish colleges and universities by sponsoring women for philanthropic work in the U.S. meetings and conferences, publishing a and Israel and for intensive Torah educa- newsletter and other scholarly materials, tion. setting standards for programs in Jewish , BOYS' DIVISION—PIRCHEI AGU- studies, aiding in the placement of teach- DATH ISRAEL (1925). 84 William St., NYC ers, coordinating research, and cooperat- 10038 (212)797-9000. Natl. Dir. Rabbi ing with other scholarly organizations. Joshua Silbermintz; Natl. Coord. Rabbi AJS Review; newsletter. Moshe Weinberger. Educates Orthodox Jewish children in Torah; encourages sense ASSOCIATION OF HILLEL/JEWISH CAMPUS of communal responsibility. Branches PROFESSIONALS (1949). c/o B'nai B'rith sponsor weekly youth groups and Jewish Hillel Foundation, Tufts University, Cur- welfare projects. National Mishnah con- tis Hall, 474 Boston Ave., Medford, MA tests, rallies, and conventions foster unity 02155. Pres. Rabbi Jeffrey Summit. Seeks on a national level. Darkeinu; Leaders to promote professional relationships and Guides. exchanges of experience, develop person- nel standards and qualifications, safeguard , GIRLS' DIVISION—BNOS AGUDATH integrity of Hillel profession; represents ISRAEL (1921). 84 William St., NYC and advocates before National Hillel Staff, 10038. (212)797-9000. Natl. Dirs. Devo- National Hillel Commission, B'nai B'rith rah Streicher and Leah Zagelbaum. Spon- International, Council of Jewish Federa- sors regular weekly programs on the local tions. Handbook for Hillel Professionals; level and unites girls from throughout the Guide to Hillel Personnel Practices. Torah world with extensive regional and national activities. Newsletters. ASSOCIATION OF ORTHODOX JEWISH SCIEN- TISTS (1948). 1364 Coney Island Ave., , YOUNG MEN'S DIVISION—ZEIREI Brooklyn, NY 11230. (718)338-8592. AGUDATH ISRAEL (1921). 84 William St., Pres. Neil Maron; Bd. Chmn. Reuben NYC 10038. (212)797-9000. Dir. Rabbi Rudman; Exec. Dir. Joel Schwartz. Seeks Labish Becker. Educates youth to see to contribute to the development of science Torah as source of guidance for all issues within the framework of Orthodox Jewish facing Jews as individuals and as a people. tradition; to obtain and disseminate infor- Inculcates a spirit of activism through pro- mation relating to the interaction between jects in religious, Torah-educational, and the Jewish traditional way of life and scien- community-welfare fields. Zeirei Forum; tific developments—on both an ideological Am Hatorah; DafChizuk; Ohr Hakollel. and practical level; to assist in the solution NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 539

of problems pertaining to Orthodox Jews The CCAR Press provides liturgy and engaged in scientific teaching or research. prayerbooks to the worldwide Reform Two main conventions are held each year. Jewish community. CCAR Journal: A Re- Intercom; Proceedings; Halacha Bulletin; form Jewish Quarterly; CCAR Yearbook. newsletter. CLAL—NATIONAL JEWISH CENTER FOR B'NAI B'RITH HILLEL FOUNDATIONS, INC. LEARNING AND LEADERSHIP (1974). 47 (1923). 1640 Rhode Island Ave., NW, W. 34 St., 2nd fl., NYC 10001. (212)279- Washington, DC 20036. (202)857-6560. 2525. FAX: (212)465-8425. Pres. Rabbi FAX: (202)857-6693. Chmn. B'nai B'rith Irving Greenberg; Exec. V.-Pres. Alan Hillel Comm. David L. Bittker; Internatl. Bayer. Dedicated to preparing Jewish lead- Dir. Richard M. Joel. Provides cultural, ers to respond to the challenges of a new social, community-service, educational, era in Jewish history; challenges which in- and religious activities for Jewish college clude the freedom to accept or reject one's students of all backgrounds. Maintains a Jewish heritage, the liberty to choose from presence on 400 campuses in the U.S., an abundance of Jewish values and life- Canada, and overseas. Sponsors National styles, and the exercise of Jewish power Leaders Assembly, Charlotte and Jack J. after the Holocaust and the rebirth of the Spitzer Forum on Public Policy, Jacob State of Israel. News & Perspectives. Burns Endowment in Ethics and the Cam- pus, Sarah and Irving Pitt Institute for Stu- COALITION FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF dent Leadership, National Jewish Law JEWISH EDUCATION (CAJE) (1976). 261 Students Network. Campus Connection; W. 35 St., #12A, NYC 10001. (212)268- Mekorot; Igeret; The Hillel Guide to Jewish 4210. FAX: (212)268-4214. Chmn. Rabbi Life on Campus: A Directory of Resources Michael A. Weinberg; Exec. Dir. Dr. Eliot for Jewish College Students. G. Spack. Brings together Jews from all ideologies who are involved in every facet B'NAI B'RITH YOUTH ORGANIZATION of Jewish education and are committed to (1924). 1640 Rhode Island Ave., NW, transmitting the Jewish heritage. Sponsors Washington, DC 20036. (202)857-6633. annual Conference on Alternatives in Jew- FAX: (212)857-1099. Chmn. Youth ish Education and Curriculum Bank; pub- Comm. Dennis Glick; Dir. Sam Fisher. lishes a wide variety of publications; orga- Helps Jewish teenagers achieve self-ful- nizes shared-interest networks; offers mini fillment and make a maximum contribu- grants for special projects. Bikurim; Me- tion to the Jewish community and their kasher (a human resources directory); country's culture; helps members acquire a CAJE Jewish Education News. greater knowledge and appreciation of Jewish religion and culture. Shofar; Mon- CONGRESS OF SECULAR JEWISH ORGANIZA- day Morning; BBYO Parents' Line; Hakol; TIONS (1970). 1130 S. Michigan Ave., Kesher; The Connector. #2101, Chicago, IL 60605. (312)922- 0386. Pres. Harold Gales; Exec. Dir. Gerry CANTORS ASSEMBLY (1947). 150 Fifth Ave., Revzin. An umbrella organization of NYC 10011. (212)691-8020. FAX: (212)- schools and adult clubs; facilitates ex- 633-1020. Pres. Nathan Lam; Exec. change curricula and educational pro- V.-Pres. Samuel Rosenbaum. Seeks to grams for children and adults stressing our unite all cantors who adhere to traditional Jewish historical and cultural heritage and Judaism and who serve as full-time cantors the continuity of the Jewish people. News- in bona fide congregations to conserve and letter; Holiday Celebration Book. promote the musical traditions of the Jews and to elevate the status of the cantonal COUNCIL FOR JEWISH EDUCATION (1926). profession. Annual Proceedings; Journal of 426 W. 58 St., NYC 10019. (212)713- Synagogue Music. 0290. FAX: (212)586-9579. Pres. Solomon Goldman; Consultant Philip Gorodetzer. CENTRAL CONFERENCE OF AMERICAN Fellowship of Jewish education profession- RABBIS (1889). 192 Lexington Ave., NYC als—administrators and supervisors and 10016. (212)684-4990. FAX: (212)689- teachers in Hebrew high schools and Jew- 6419. Pres. Rabbi Walter Jacob; Exec. ish teachers colleges—of all ideological V.-Pres. Rabbi Joseph B. Glaser. Seeks to groupings; conducts annual national and conserve and promote Judaism and to dis- regional conferences; represents the Jewish seminate its teachings in a liberal spirit. education profession before the Jewish 540 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

community; cosponsors, with the Jewish Golub. Devoted to producing radio, televi- Education Service of North America, a sion, film, video-cassette and audio-cas- personnel committee and other projects; sette programming for a popular Jewish cooperates with Jewish Agency Depart- audience, in order to inform, entertain, and ment of Education and Culture in promot- inspire a greater sense of Jewish identity ing Hebrew culture and studies; conducts and Jewish commitment. "L'Chayim," lectureship at Hebrew University. Jewish JEM's weekly half-hour program, airs on Education; Sheviley Hahinnukh. WOR Radio in New York and in radio and television syndication; it features outstand- FEDERATION OF JEWISH MEN'S CLUBS, INC. ing figures in the Jewish world addressing (1929). 475 Riverside Dr., Rm. 244, NYC issues and events of importance to the Jew- 10115. (212)749-8100. FAX: (212)316- ish community. 4271. Pres. J. Harold Nissen; Exec. Dir. Rabbi Charles Simon; Dir. Dr. Joel Sper- JEWISH EDUCATION SERVICE OF NORTH ber. Promotes principles of Conservative AMERICA (JESNA) (1981). 730 Broad- Judaism; develops family-education and way, NYC 10003-9540. (212)529-2000. leadership-training programs; offers the FAX: (212)529-2009. Pres. Neil Green- Art of Jewish Living series and Yom Ha- baum; Exec. V.-Pres. Dr. Jonathan S. shoah Home Commemoration; sponsors Woocher. The trans-denominational plan- Hebrew literacy adult-education program; ning, coordinating, and service agency for presents awards for service to American Jewish education of the organized Jewish Jewry. Torchlight. community in North America. Works with federations, central agencies for Jewish ed- INSTITUTE FOR COMPUTERS IN JEWISH LIFE ucation, and other local, national, and in- (1978). 7074 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL ternational institutions, and undertakes ac- 60645. (312)262-9200. FAX: (312)262- tivities in the areas of research, program 9298. Pres. Thomas Klutznick; Exec. and human-resource development, infor- V.-Pres. Irving J. Rosenbaum. Explores, mation and resource dissemination, con- develops, and disseminates applications of computer technology to appropriate areas sultation, conferences and publications. of Jewish life, with special emphasis on Agenda: Jewish Education; TRENDS; Jewish education; provides access to the Media Meida; Information Research Bulle- Bar-Ilan University Responsa Project; cre- tins; JESNA Update. ates educational software for use in Jewish JEWISH MINISTERS CANTORS ASSOCIATION schools; provides consulting service and as- OF AMERICA, INC. (1896). 3 W. 16 St., sistance for national Jewish organizations, NYC 10011. (212)229-5699. Pres. Cantor seminaries, and synagogues. Monitor. Nathan H. Muchnick. Furthers and propa- gates traditional liturgy; places cantors in JEWISH CHAUTAUQUA SOCIETY, INC. (spon- synagogues throughout the U.S. and Can- sored by NATIONAL FEDERATION OF TEM- ada; develops the cantors of the future. Kol PLE BROTHERHOODS) (1898). 838 Fifth Lakol. Ave., NYC 10021. (212)570-0707 or (800)- 765-6200. FAX: (212)570-0960. Pres. JEWISH RECONSTRUCTIONIST FOUNDATION Alvin R. Corwin; 1st V.-Pres./Chancellor (1940). Church Rd. and Greenwood Ave., Roger B. Jacobs; Exec. Dir. Lewis Eisen- Wyncote, PA 19095. (215)887-1988. Pres. berg. Working to promote interfaith under- Rabbi Elliot Skiddell; Exec. Dir. Rabbi standing, sponsors accredited courses and Mordechai Liebling. Dedicated to the ad- lectures on Judaic topics, makes book vancement of Judaism as the evolving reli- grants, produces interfaith videos and con- gious civilization of the Jewish people. venes interfaith institutes. JCS also works Coordinates the Federation of Reconstruc- with Hillel to support extracurricular inter- tionist Congregations and Havurot, Re- group programming on college campuses constructionist Rabbinical Association, and is a founding sponsor of the National and Reconstructionist Rabbinical College. Black/Jewish Relations Center at Dillard University. Brotherhood. , FEDERATION OF RECONSTRUC- TIONIST CONGREGATIONS AND HAVUROT JEWISH EDUCATION IN MEDIA (1978). PO (1954). Church Rd. and Greenwood Ave., Box 180, Riverdale Sta., NYC 10471. Wyncote, PA 19095. (215)887-1988. (212)362-7633; (203)968-2225. Pres. Ber- FAX: (215)576-6143. Pres. Valerie Ka- nard Samers; Exec. Dir. Rabbi Mark S. plan; Exec. Dir. Rabbi Mordechai Lie- NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 541

bling. Services affiliated congregations and of Torah-true Judaism; to establish contact havurot educationally and administra- with alienated Jewish youth; to stimulate tively; fosters the establishment of new Re- concern and active interest in Jewish edu- constructionist congregations and fellow- cation on all levels; and to promote reli- ship groups. Runs the Reconstructionist gious observance as a daily experience Press and provides programmatic materi- among all Jews. Maintains worldwide net- als. Maintains regional offices in New York work of regional offices, schools, summer and Los Angeles. Reconstructionist; news- camps, and -Lubavitch Houses; letter. publishes Jewish educational literature in numerous languages and monthly journal , RECONSTRUCTIONIST RABBINICAL in five languages. Conversaciones con la ASSOCIATION (1974). Church Rd. and juventud; Conversations avec les jeunes; Greenwood Ave., Wyncote, PA 19095. Schmuessen mil Kinder un Yugent; Sihot (215)576-5210. FAX: (215)576-6143. la-No-ar; Talks and Tales. Pres. Rabbi Lee Friedlander; Exec. Dir. Rabbi Robert Gluck. Professional organi- NATIONAL COMMITTEE FOR FURTHER- zation for graduates of the Reconstruction- ANCE OF JEWISH EDUCATION (1941). 824 ist Rabbinical College and other rabbis Eastern Pkwy., Brooklyn, NY 11213. who identify with Reconstructionist Juda- (718)735-0200. Pres. Joseph Fisch; Chmn. ism; cooperates with Federation of Recon- Exec. Com. Rabbi Sholem Ber Hecht. structionist Congregations and Havurot in Seeks to disseminate the ideals of Torah- furthering Reconstmctionism in N. Amer- true education among the youth of Amer- ica. Raayanot; newsletter. ica; provides education and compassionate care for the poor, sick, and needy in U.S. , RECONSTRUCTIONIST RABBINICAL and Israel; provides aid to Iranian Jewish COLLEGE {see p. 553) youth; sponsors camps; Operation Sur- JEWISH TEACHERS ASSOCIATION—MORIM vival, War on Drugs; , (1931). 45 E. 33 St., Suite 604, NYC 10016. , and Ivy League Torah (212)684-0556. Pres. Joseph M. Varon; Study Program, seeking to win back col- V.-Pres. Eli Nieman. Protects teachers lege youth and others to Judaism; main- from abuse of seniority rights; fights the tains schools and dormitory facilities, fam- encroachment of anti-Semitism in educa- ily and vocational counseling services. tion; provides legal counsel to protect Panorama; Passover Handbook; Seder teachers from discrimination; offers schol- Guide; Cultbusters; Intermarriage; Brim- arships to qualified students; encourages stone & Fire. teachers to assume active roles in Jewish communal and religious affairs. Morim NATIONAL COUNCIL OF YOUNG ISRAEL JTA Newsletter. (1924). 3 W. 16 St., NYC 10011. (212)929- 1525. Pres. Chaim Kaminetsky; Exec. MACHNE ISRAEL, INC. (1940). 770 Eastern V.-Pres. Rabbi Ephraim H. Sturm. Main- Pkwy., Brooklyn, NY 11213. (718)774- tains a program of spiritual, cultural, so- 4000. FAX: (718)774-2718. Pres. Mena- cial, and communal activity aimed at the chem M. Schneerson (Lubavitcher ); advancement and perpetuation of tradi- Dir., Treas. MA. Hodakov; Sec. Nissan tional, Torah-true Judaism; seeks to instill Mindel. The Lubavitcher movement's in American youth an understanding and organ dedicated to the social, spiritual, and appreciation of the ethical and spiritual material welfare of Jews throughout the values of Judaism. Sponsors kosher dining world. clubs and fraternity houses and an Israel program. Viewpoint; Hashkafa series; MERKOS L'INYONEI CHINUCH, INC. (THE Masorah newspaper. CENTRAL ORGANIZATION FOR JEWISH EDUCATION) (1940). 770 Eastern Pkwy., , AMERICAN FRIENDS OF YOUNG IS- Brooklyn, NY 11213. (718)493-9250. RAEL IN ISRAEL—YISRAEL HATZA'IR Pres. Menachem M. Schneerson (Luba- (1926). 3 W. 16 St., NYC 10011. (212)929- vitcher Rebbe); Dir., Treas. M.A. Hoda- 1525. FAX: (212)727-9526. Pres. Alter kov; Sec. . The educational Goldstein; Treas. Steve Mostofsky. Pro- arm of the Lubavitcher movement. Seeks motes Young Israel synagogues and youth to promote Jewish education among Jews, work in Israel; works to help absorb Rus- regardless of their background, in the spirit sian and Ethiopian immigrants. 542 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

, ARMED FORCES BUREAU (1912). 3 NATIONAL JEWISH COMMITTEE ON SCOUT- W. 16 St., NYC 10011. (212)929-1525. ING (Boy Scouts of America) (1926). 1325 Advises and guides the inductees into the Walnut Hill La., PO Box 152079, Irving, armed forces with regard to Sabbath ob- TX 75015-2079. (214)580-2059. FAX: servance, kashrut, and Orthodox behavior. (214)580- 2502. Chmn. Harry R. Rosen; Guide for the Orthodox Serviceman. Dir. Andrew Hoffman. Assists Jewish in- stitutions in meeting their needs and con- , INSTITUTE FOR JEWISH STUDIES cerns through use of the resources of scout- (1947). 3 W. 16 St., NYC 10011. (212)929- ing. Works through local Jewish 1525. Pres. Chaim Kaminetsky; Exec. committees on Scouting to establish Tiger V.-Pres. Rabbi Ephraim H. Sturm. In- Cub groups (1st grade), Cub Scout packs, troduces students to Jewish learning and Boy Scout troops, and coed Explorer posts knowledge; helps form adult branch in synagogues, Jewish community centers, schools; aids Young Israel synagogues in day schools, and other Jewish organiza- their adult education programs. Bulletin. tions wishing to draw Jewish youth. Sup- , YOUNG ISRAEL COLLEGIATES AND port materials and resources on request. YOUNG ADULTS (1951; reorg. 1982). 3 W. Hatsofe (quarterly); Expressions (annu- 16 St., NYC 10011. (212)929-1525. Chmn. ally). Kenneth Block; Dir. Richard Stare- NATIONAL JEWISH GIRL SCOUT COMMIT- shefsky. Organizes and operates kosher TEE (1972). Synagogue Council of Amer- dining clubs on college and university cam- ica, 327 Lexington Ave., NYC 10016. puses; provides information and counsel- (212)686-8670. FAX: (212)686-8673. ing on kashrut observance at colleges; Chmn. Rabbi Herbert W. Bomzer; Field gives college-age youth understanding and Chmn. Adele Wasko. Under the auspices appreciation of Judaism and information of the Synagogue Council of America, on issues important to Jewish community; serves to further Jewish education by pro- arranges seminars and meetings, weekends moting Jewish award programs, encourag- and trips; operates Achva summer mission ing religious services, promoting cultural to Israel for ages 18-21 and 22-27. exchanges with the Israel Boy and Girl Scouts Federation, and extending member- , YOUNG ISRAEL YOUTH (reorg. ship in the Jewish community by assisting 1968). 3 W. 16 St., NYC 10011. (212)929- councils in organizing Girl Scout troops 1525. Dir. Richard Stareshefsky. Fosters a and local Jewish Girl Scout committees. program of spiritual, cultural, social, and Newsletter. communal activities for the advancement and perpetuation of traditional Torah-true NATIONAL JEWISH HOSPITALITY COMMIT- Judaism; strives to instill an understanding TEE (1973). 201 S. 18 St., Rm. 1519, Phila- and appreciation of high ethical and spiri- delphia, PA 19103. (215)546-8293. Pres. tual values and to demonstrate compatibil- Rabbi Allen S. Mailer; Exec. Dir. Steven S. ity of ancient faith of Israel with good Jacobs. Assists persons interested in Juda- Americanism. Operates Achva Summer ism—for conversion, intermarriage, or to Mission study program in Israel. Monthly respond to missionaries. Special reports. newsletter. NATIONAL JEWISH INFORMATION SERVICE NATIONAL HAVURAH COMMITTEE (1979). FOR THE PROPAGATION OF JUDAISM, INC. PO Box 2621, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004- (1960). 3761 Decade St., Las Vegas, NV 6621. (215)843-1470. FAX:(215)843- 89121. (702)454-5872. Pres. Rabbi Moshe 1470. Chmn. Dr. Herbert Levine; Coord. M. Maggal; V.-Pres. Lawrence J. Epstein; Rivkah Walton. A center for Jewish Sec. and P.R. Dir. Rachel D. Maggal. renewal devoted to spreading Jewish ideas, Seeks to convert non-Jews to Judaism and ethics, and religious practices through return Jews to Judaism; maintains College havurot, participatory and inclusive reli- for Jewish Ambassadors for the training of gious mini-communities. Maintains a di- Jewish missionaries, and the Correspon- rectory of N. American havurot and spon- dence Academy of Judaism for instruction sors a weeklong summer institute, regional on Judaism through the mail. Voice of Ju- weekend retreats, and a D'var Torah news- daism. paper column. Havurah (newsletter). OZAR HATORAH, INC. (1946). 1 E. 33 St., NATIONAL JEWISH CENTER FOR LEARNING NYC 10016. (212)689-3508. Pres. Joseph AND LEADERSHIP (see CLAL) Shalom; Sec. Sam Sutton. An international NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 543

educational network which provides reli- munity; supports institutions for study of gious and secular education for Jewish Torah; stimulates creation of new tradi- youth worldwide. tional agencies. Hadorom; Record; Sermon Manual; Tradition. P'EYLIM—AMERICAN YESHIVA STUDENT UNION (1951). 805 Kings Highway, RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF RELIGIOUS Brooklyn, NY 11223. (718)382-0113. JEWRY, INC. (1941; reorg. 1964). 471 W. Pres. Jacob Y. Weisberg; Exec. V.-Pres. End Ave., NYC 10024. (212)874-7979. Avraham Hirsch. Aids and sponsors pio- Chmn. Rabbi Oswald Besser; Sec. Rabbi neer work by American graduate teachers Marcus Levine. Engages in research and and rabbis in new villages and towns in publishes studies concerning the situation Israel; does religious, organizational, and of religious Jewry and its history in various educational work and counseling among countries. new immigrant youth; maintains summer camps for poor immigrant youth in Israel; SHOMREI ADAMAH/KEEPERS OF THE belongs to worldwide P'eylim movement EARTH (1988). Church Rd. and Green- which has groups in , , wood Ave., Wyncote, PA 19095. (215)- Canada, , Belgium, the Nether- 887-3106. Dir. Ellen Bernstein. A re- lands, Switzerland, , and Israel; en- search, development, and education gages in relief and educational work among institute involved with nature and environ- North African immigrants in France and mental issues from a Jewish perspective. Canada, assisting them to relocate and Provides liturgical, educational, and other reestablish a strong Jewish community life. materials to members, including ecologi- P'eylim Reporter; News from P'eylim; cally oriented services, sermons, and chil- N'shei P'eylim News. dren's activities for school, camp, and home, as well as guides for study and ac- RABBINICAL ALLIANCE OF AMERICA (IGUD tion. Works with congregations and HARABONIM) (1944). 3 W. 16 St., 4th fl., groups across North America on "green- NYC 10011. (212)242-6420. Pres. Rabbi ing" their communities. Kol Hailanot/ Abraham B. Hecht; Admin. Judge of Beth Voice of the Trees (newsletter); Judaism Din (Rabbinical Court) Rabbi Herschel and Ecology. Kurzrock. Seeks to promulgate the cause SOCIETY FOR HUMANISTIC JUDAISM of Torah-true Judaism through an orga- (1969). 28611 W. Twelve Mile Rd., Farm- nized rabbinate that is consistently Ortho- ington Hills, MI 48334. (313)478-7610. dox; seeks to elevate the position of Ortho- FAX: (313)477-9014. Pres. Robert San- dox rabbis nationally and to defend the dier; Exec. Dir. Miriam Jerris; Asst. Dir. welfare of Jews the world over. Also has M. Bonnie Cousens. Serves as a voice for Beth Din Rabbinical Court for Jewish di- Jews who value their Jewish identity and vorces, litigation, marriage counseling and who seek an alternative to conventional family problems. Perspective; Nahalim; Judaism, who reject supernatural author- Torah Message of the Week; Registry. ity and affirm the right of individuals to be the masters of their own lives. Pub- (1900). 3080 Broad- lishes educational and ceremonial materi- way, NYC 10027. (212)678-8060. Pres. als; organizes congregations and groups. Rabbi Gerald Zelizer; Exec. Dir. Rabbi Humanistic Judaism (quarterly journal); Joel H. Meyers. Seeks to promote Conserv- Humanorah (quarterly newsletter). ative Judaism and to foster the spirit of fellowship and cooperation among rabbis SYNAGOGUE COUNCIL OF AMERICA (1926). and other Jewish scholars; cooperates with 327 Lexington Ave., NYC 10016. (212)- the Jewish Theological Seminary of Amer- 686-8670. FAX: (212)686-8673. Pres. ica and the United Synagogue of Conserva- Rabbi Jerome K. Davidson; Bd. Chmn. tive Judaism. Conservative Judaism; Pro- Martin C. Barell; Exec. V.-Pres. Rabbi ceedings of the Rabbinical Assembly; Henry D. Michelman. Represents congre- Rabbinical Assembly Newsletter. gational and rabbinic organizations of Conservative, Orthodox, and Reform RABBINICAL COUNCIL OF AMERICA, INC. Jewry; acts as "one voice" for religious (1923; reorg. 1935). 275 Seventh Ave., Jewry. SCA News; special reports. NYC 10001. (212)807-7888. FAX: (212)- 727-8452. Pres. Rabbi Marc D. Angel; TORAH SCHOOLS FOR ISRAEL—CHINUCH Exec. V.-Pres. Rabbi Binyamin Walfish. ATZMAI (1953). 40 Exchange PL, NYC Promotes Orthodox Judaism in the com- 10005. (212)248-6200. FAX: (212)248- 544 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

6202. Pres. Abraham Pam; Exec. Dir. He- -, NATIONAL LAY LEADERSHIP COM- nach Cohen. Conducts information pro- MiTTEE (LLC) (1991). Chmn. Barry Ray; grams for the American Jewish commu- Dir. Rabbi Zvi Shachtel. Provides a lay nity on activities of the independent Torah leaders' executive report-professional jour- schools educational network in Israel; nal; national lay leadership convention; na- coordinates role of American members of tional policy setting committees. international board of governors; funds special programs of Mercaz Hachinuch , NATIONAL YESHIVA TEACHERS Ha-Atzmai B'Eretz Yisroel. Israel Educa- BOARD OF LICENSE (1953). 160 Broad- tion Reporter. way, NYC 10038. (212)227-1000. Exec. V.-Pres. & Dir. Rabbi Joshua Fishman. Is- TORAH UMESORAH—NATIONAL SOCIETY sues licenses to qualified instructors for all FOR HEBREW DAY SCHOOLS (1944). 160 grades of the Hebrew day school and the Broadway, NYC 10038. (212)227-1000. general field of Torah education. Pres. Sheldon Beren; Bd. Chmn. David Singer; Exec. V.-Pres. Rabbi Joshua Fish- UNION FOR TRADITIONAL JUDAISM (1984). man. Establishes Hebrew day schools in 261 E. Lincoln Ave., Mt. Vernon, NY U.S. and Canada and provides a full gamut 10552. (914)667-1007. FAX: (914)667- of services, including placement and cur- 1023. Pres. Dr. Miriam Klein Shapiro; riculum guidance, teacher-training on Exec. V.-Pres. Rabbi Ronald D. Price. campuses of major yeshivahs, an annual Through innovative outreach programs, intensive teacher institute in July, and re- seeks to bring the greatest possible number gional seminars and workshops. Publishes of Jews closer to an open-minded observ- textbooks; runs Shabbatonim, extracur- ant Jewish life-style. Activities include the ricular activities. National PTA groups; Kashrut Initiative, Operation Pesah, the national and regional teacher conventions. Panel of Halakhic Inquiry, Speaker's Bu- Olomeinu-Our World; Visions; Parshah reau, adult and youth conferences, and Sheets; Torah Umesorah News. congregational services. Hagahelet (quar- terly newsletter); Cornerstone (journal); To- , NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF HE- meikh Kahalakhah (Jewish legal responsa). BREW DAY SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS (1960). 1114 Ave. J, Brooklyn, NY 11230. UNION OF AMERICAN HEBREW CONGREGA- (718)258-7767. Pres. David H. Schwartz. TIONS (1873). 838 Fifth Ave., NYC 10021. Coordinates the work of the fiscal directors (212)249-0100. Pres. Rabbi Alexander M. of Hebrew day schools throughout the Schindler; Bd. Chmn. Melvin Merians; Sr. country. NAHDSA Review. V.-Pres. Rabbi Daniel B. Syme. Serves as , NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF HE- the central congregational body of Reform BREW DAY SCHOOL PARENT-TEACHER Judaism in the Western Hemisphere; ASSOCIATIONS (1948). 160 Broadway, serves its approximately 850 affiliated tem- NYC 10038. (212)227-1000. Natl. PTA ples and membership with religious, educa- Coord. Bernice Brand. Acts as a clearing- tional, cultural, and administrative pro- house and service agency to PTAs of He- grams. Reform Judaism. brew day schools; organizes parent educa- tion courses and sets up programs for , AMERICAN CONFERENCE OF CAN- individual PTAs. Fundraising with a Flair; TORS (1956). 1 Kalisa Way, Suite 104, Monthly Sidrah Series Program; PTA with Paramus, NJ 07652. (201)599-0910. FAX: a Purpose for the Hebrew Day School. (201)599-1085. Pres. Vicki L. Axe; Exec. V.-Pres. Howard M. Stahl; Admin. Cantor , NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF YE- Nancy Hausman. Members receive investi- SHIVA PRINCIPALS (1956). 160 Broadway, ture and commissioning as cantors at rec- NYC 10038. (212)227-1000. Pres. Rabbi ognized seminaries, i.e., Hebrew Union Yitzchok Merkin; Bd. Chmn. Rabbi Ba- College-Jewish Institute of Religion, Sa- ruch Hilsenrath; Exec. V.-Pres. Rabbi A. cred School of Music, or Jewish Theologi- Moshe Possick. A professional organiza- cal Seminary, as well as full certification tion of primary and secondary yeshivah/ through HUC-JIR-SSM. Through Joint day-school principals providing yeshivah Cantonal Placement Commission, serves day schools with school visitations, teacher Reform congregations seeking cantors and and principal conferences—including a music directors. Dedicated to creative Ju- Mid-Winter Conference—and a National daism, preserving the best of the past, and Convention. Directory of High Schools. encouraging new and vital approaches to NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 545 religious ritual, music, and ceremonies. the aims of Reform Judaism; stimulates Koleinu. communal interest in and responsibility for Jewish religious education. NATE News; , COMMISSION ON JEWISH EDUCA- Compass. TION OF THE UNION OF AMERICAN HE- BREW CONGREGATIONS, CENTRAL CON- , NATIONAL FEDERATION OF TEM- FERENCE OF AMERICAN RABBIS, AND PLE BROTHERHOODS (1923). 838 Fifth NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF TEMPLE Ave., NYC 10021. (212)570-0707. Pres. EDUCATORS (1923). 838 Fifth Ave., NYC Alvin R. Corwin; Exec. Dir. Lewis Eisen- 10021. (212)249-0100. Chmn. Rabbi Jona- berg. Dedicated to enhancing the world than A. Stein; Cochmn. Robert E. Torn- through the ideal of brotherhood, NFTB berg; Dir. Rabbi Howard I. Bogot. Long- and its 300 affiliated clubs are actively in- range planning and policy development for volved in education, social action, youth congregational programs of lifelong educa- activities, and other programs which con- tion; network projects with affiliates and tribute to temple and community life. Sup- associate groups including: special-needs ports the Jewish Chautauqua Society, an education, Reform Jewish outreach, and interfaith educational project. Brother- Reform Day Schools; activities adminis- hood. tered by the UAHC Department for Reli- gious Education. , NATIONAL FEDERATION OF TEM- PLE SISTERHOODS (1913). 838 Fifth Ave., , COMMISSION ON SOCIAL ACTION OF NYC 10021. (212)249-0100. Pres. Judith REFORM JUDAISM (see p. 516) Hertz; Acting Exec. Dir. Marjorie Epstein. Serves more than 640 sisterhoods of Re- , COMMISSION ON SYNAGOGUE MAN- form Judaism; promotes interreligious un- AGEMENT (UAHC-CCAR) (1962). 838 derstanding and social justice; awards Fifth Ave., NYC 10021. (212)249-0100. scholarships and grants to rabbinic stu- FAX: (212)734-2857. Chmn. Paul Vanek; dents; provides braille and large-type Dir. Joseph C. Bernstein. Assists congrega- Judaic materials for Jewish blind; supports tions in management, finance, building projects for Israel, Soviet Jewry, and the maintenance, design, construction, and art aging; is an affiliate of UAHC and the aspects of synagogues; maintains the Syna- women's agency of Reform Judaism; gogue Architectural Library. works in behalf of the Hebrew Union Col- lege-Jewish Institute of Religion; cooper- , NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF TEM- ates with World Union for Progressive Ju- PLE ADMINISTRATORS (NATA) (1941). daism. Leaders Line; Notes for Now. c/o Stephen S. Wise Temple, 15500 Ste- phen S. Wise Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90077- , YOUTH DIVISION AND NORTH 1598. (213)476-8561. FAX: (213)476- AMERICAN FEDERATION OF TEMPLE 3587. Pres. Norman Fogel. Prepares and YOUTH (1939). 838 Fifth Ave., NYC disseminates administrative information 10021. (212)249-0100. FAX: (212)517- and procedures to member synagogues of 7863. Dir. Rabbi Allan L. Smith; Pres. Jon UAHC; provides training of professional Crane. Seeks to train Reform Jewish youth synagogue executives; formulates and es- in the values of the synagogue and their tablishes professional standards for the application to daily life through service to synagogue executive; provides placement the community and congregation; runs de- services. NA TA Journal; Temple Manage- partment of summer camps and national ment Manual. leadership-training institute; arranges overseas academic tours, work-study pro- , NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF TEM- grams, international student-exchange PLE EDUCATORS (NATE) (1955). 707 programs, and college-student programs in Summerly Dr., Nashville, TN 37209- the U.S. and Israel, including accredited 4253. (615)352-6800. FAX: (615)352- study programs in Israel. Ani VAtah; The 7800. Pres. Robin L. Eisenberg; Exec. Jewish Connection. V.-Pres. Richard M. Morin. Represents the temple educator within the general UNION OF ORTHODOX JEWISH CONGREGA- body of Reform Judaism; fosters the full- TIONS OF AMERICA (1898). 333 Seventh time profession of the temple educator; en- Ave., NYC 10001. (212)563-4000. Pres. courages the growth and development of Sheldon RudofT; Exec. V.-Pres. Rabbi Pin- Jewish religious education consistent with chas Stolper. Serves as the national central 546 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

body of Orthodox synagogues; sponsors Judaism and to unite all Orthodox women Institute for Public Affairs; National Con- and their synagogal organizations; services ference of Synagogue Youth; LAVE— affiliates with educational and program- Learning and Values Experiences; Israel ming materials, leadership, and organiza- Center in Jerusalem; aliyah department; tional guidance, and has an NGO repre- national OU kashrut supervision and cer- sentative at the UN. Supplies candelabra tification service; Marriage Commission; for Jewish patients in hospitals and nursing "Taste of Torah" radio program; provides homes; supports Stern and Touro College educational, religious, and organizational scholarship funds and Jewish braille publi- programs, events, and guidance to syna- cations. Hachodesh; Hakol. gogues and groups; represents the Ortho- dox Jewish community to governmental UNION OF ORTHODOX RABBIS OF THE and civic bodies and the general Jewish UNITED STATES AND CANADA (1902). community. Jewish Action magazine; OU 235 E. Broadway, NYC 10O02. (212)964- Kosher Directory; OU Passover Directory; 6337. Dir. Rabbi Hersh M. Ginsberg. OU News Reporter; Synagogue Spotlight; Seeks to foster and promote Torah-true Ju- Our Way magazine; Yachad magazine; daism in the U.S. and Canada; assists in the Luach Limud Torah Diary Home Study establishment and maintenance of yeshivot Program. in the U.S.; maintains committee on mar- riage and divorce and aids individuals with , INSTITUTE FOR PUBLIC AFFAIRS marital difficulties; disseminates knowl- (1989). 333 Seventh Ave., NYC 10001. edge of traditional Jewish rites and prac- (212)563-4000. FAX: (212)564-9058. Pres. tices and publishes regulations on synago- Sheldon Rudoff; Chmn. Mandell Ganch- gal structure; maintains rabbinical court row; Exec. Dir. William E. Rapfogel. for resolving individual and communal Serves as the policy analysis, advocacy, conflicts. HaPardes. mobilization, and programming depart- UNION OF SEPHARDIC CONGREGATIONS, ment responsible for representing Ortho- INC. (1929). 8 W. 70 St., NYC 10023. dox/traditional American Jewry. Ortho- (212)873-0300. Pres. Rev. Dr. Salomon dox Advocate (quarterly newsletter); Gaon; Bd. Chmn. Victor Tarry. Promotes Briefing (monthly updates). the religious interests of Sephardic Jews; , NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF SYNA- prints and distributes Sephardic prayer GOGUE YOUTH (1954). 333 Seventh Ave., books; provides religious leaders for NYC 10001. (212)563-4000. Dir. Rabbi Sephardic congregations. Raphael Butler. Central body for youth UNITED LUBAVITCHER YESHIVOTH (1940). groups of Orthodox congregations; pro- 841-853 Ocean Pkwy., Brooklyn, NY vides educational guidance, 11230. (718)859-7600. Supports and orga- groups, community service, programs con- nizes Jewish day schools and rabbinical sultation, Torah library, Torah fund schol- seminaries in the U.S. and abroad. arships, Ben Zakkai Honor Society, Friends of NCSY; weeklong seminars, UNITED SYNAGOGUE OF CONSERVATIVE Travel America with NCSY, Israel Sum- JUDAISM (1913). 155 Fifth Ave., NYC mer Seminar for teens and collegiates, and 10010-6802. (212)533-7800. FAX: (212)- Camp NCSY East Teen Torah Center. 353-9439. Pres. Alan J. Tichnor; Exec. Divisions include Senior NCSY in 18 re- V.-Pres./CEO Rabbi Jerome M. Epstein. gions and 465 chapters, Junior NCSY for International organization of 800 Conserv- preteens, Our Way for the Jewish deaf, Ya- ative congregations. Maintains 12 depart- chad for the developmentally disabled, ments and 20 regional offices to assist its Mesorah for Jewish collegiates, Israel Cen- affiliates with religious, educational, youth, ter in Jerusalem, and NCSY in Israel. community, and administrative program- Keeping Posted with NCSY; Face the Na- ming and guidance; aims to enhance the tion—President's Newsletter; Oreich cause of Conservative Judaism, further re- Yomeinu—Education Newsletter; Mitsvah ligious observance, encourage establish- of the Month. ment of Jewish religious schools, draw youth closer to Jewish tradition. Extensive , WOMEN'S BRANCH (1923). 156 Fifth Israel programs. United Synagogue Review; Ave., NYC 10010. (212)929-8857. Pres. Art/Engagement Calendar; Program Deborah M.F. Turk. Seeks to spread the Suggestions; Directory & Resource Guide; understanding and practice of Orthodox Book Service Catalogue of Publications. NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 547

, COMMISSION ON JEWISH EDUCA- , NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SYNA- TION (1930). 155 Fifth Ave., NYC 10010. GOGUE ADMINISTRATORS (1948). Cong. (212)533-7800. FAX: (212)353-9439. B'nai Jacob, 75 Rimmon, Woodbridge, CT Cochmn. Joshua Elkin, Dr. Miriam Klein 06525. (203)389-2111. Pres. Rhoda F. Shapiro; Dir. Rabbi Robert Abramson. Myers. Aids congregations affiliated with Develops educational policy for the United the United Synagogue of America to fur- Synagogue of America and sets the educa- ther the aims of Conservative Judaism tional direction for Conservative congrega- through more effective administration tions, their schools, and the Solomon (Program for Assistance by Liaisons to Schechter Day Schools. Seeks to enhance Synagogues—PALS); advances profes- the educational effectiveness of congrega- sional standards and promotes new meth- tions through the publication of materials ods in administration; cooperates in and in-service programs. Tov UHorot; United Synagogue placement services and Your Child; Dapim; Shiboley Schechter; administrative surveys. NASA Connections Advisories. Newsletter; NASA Journal. , OF , COMMITTEE ON SOCIAL ACTION (1951). 155 Fifth Ave., NYC 10010. (212)- AND PUBLIC POLICY (1958). 155 Fifth 533-7800. FAX: (212)353-9439. Pres. Joel Ave., NYC 10010. (212)533-7800. FAX: Levenson; Acting Exec. Dir. Jules A. (212)353-9439. Chmn. Scott Kaplan . De- Gutin. Seeks to strengthen identification velops and implements positions and pro- with Conservative Judaism, based on the grams on issues of social action and public personality development, needs, and inter- policy for the United Synagogue of Amer- ests of the adolescent, in a mitzvah frame- ica; represents these positions to other Jew- work. Achshav; Tikun Olam; A.J. Heschel ish and civic organizations, the media, and Honor Society Newsletter; SA TO Newslet- government; and provides guidance, both ter; USY Alumni Assn. Newsletter; USY informational and programmatic, to its Program Bank; Hamad'rich Newsletter for affiliated congregations in these areas. Advisors. VAAD MISHMERETH STAM (1976). 4902 , JEWISH EDUCATORS ASSEMBLY (1951). 15 E. 26 St., Rm. 135OA, NYC 16th Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11204. (718)- 10010. (212)532-4949. FAX: (212)481- 438^963. FAX: (212)435-0374. Pres. 4174. Pres. Dr. Miriam Klein Shapiro; Rabbi David L. Greenfeld; Exec. Dir. Exec. Dir. Bernard Dov Troy. Advances Rabbi Yakov Basch. A nonprofit con- the development of Jewish education on all sumer-protection agency dedicated to pre- levels in consonance with the philosophy of serving and protecting the halakhic integ- the Conservative movement. Promotes rity of Torah scrolls, phylacteries, and Jewish education as a basis for the creative mezuzot. Makes presentations and con- continuity of the Jewish people; sponsors ducts examination campaigns in schools an annual convention. Serves as a forum and synagogues; created an optical soft- for the exchange of ideas, programs, and ware system to detect possible textual er- educational media. Bulletins; Valeh Ha- rors in stam. Offices in Israel, Strasbourg, chadashot Newsletter. Chicago, London, , Montreal, and Zurich. Publishes Guide to Mezuzah and Guide to the Letters of the Aleph Beth. , (formerly PRE-USY; reorg. The Jewish Quill. 1968). Cong. B'nai Jacob, 75 Rimmon, Woodbridge, CT 06525. (203)389-2111. WOMEN'S LEAGUE FOR CONSERVATIVE JU- FAX: (212)353-9439. Acting Exec. Dir. DAISM (1918). 48 E. 74 St., NYC 10021. Jules A. Gutin. Involves Jewish preteens in (212)628-1600. Pres. Audrey Citak; Exec. a meaningful religious, educational, and Dir. Bernice Baiter. Parent body of Con- social environment; fosters a sense of iden- servative (Masorti) women's groups in tity and commitment to the Jewish com- U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico, Mexico, and munity and the Conservative movement; Israel; provides programs and resources in conducts synagogue-based chapter pro- Jewish education, social action, Israel af- grams and regional Kadima days and fairs, American and Canadian public af- weekends. Mitzvah of the Month; Kadima fairs, leadership training, community ser- Kesher; Chagim; Advisors Aid; Games; vice programs for persons with disabilities, quarterly Kadima magazine. conferences on world affairs, study insti- 548 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

tutes, publicity techniques; publishes Judaic and Near Eastern studies at the books of Jewish interest; contributes to postdoctoral level. Jewish Quarterly Re- support of Jewish Theological Seminary of view. America and its residence halls. Women's BALTIMORE HEBREW UNIVERSITY (1919). League Outlook magazine; Ba 'Olam news- 5800 Park Heights Ave., Baltimore, MD letter. 21215. (301)578-6900. FAX: (301)578- WORLD COUNCIL OF SYNAGOGUES (1957). 6940. Pres. Leivy Smolar; Bd. Chmn. Dr. 155 Fifth Ave., NYC 10010 (212)533- Earl Diamond. Offers PhD, MA, and BA 7693. Pres. Rabbi Zachary Heller; Exec. programs in Jewish studies, biblical and Dir. Bernard Barsky. International repre- Near Eastern archaeology, philosophy, lit- sentative of Conservative organizations erature, history, Hebrew language and lit- and congregations; promotes the growth erature; School of Continuing Education; and development of the Conservative Joseph Meyerhoff Library; community lec- movement in Israel and throughout the tures, film series, seminars. The Scribe (an- world; supports educational institutions nual newsletter). overseas; holds biennial international con- ventions; represents the world Conserva- , BALTIMORE INSTITUTE FOR JEWISH tive movement on the Executive of the COMMUNAL SERVICE. Coord. Judith World Zionist Organization. World Spec- Yalin; Dean Robert O. Freedman. Trains trum. Jewish communal professionals; offers joint degree program: MA in Jewish studies from WORLD UNION FOR PROGRESSIVE JUDAISM, BHU; MSW from U. of . LTD. (1926). 838 Fifth Ave., NYC 10021. , BERNARD MANEKIN SCHOOL OF (212)249-0100. FAX: (212)517-3940. Pres. UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES. Dean Judy Donald Day; Exec. Dir. Rabbi Richard G. Meltzer. BA program; the Isaac C. Rosen- Hirsch; N. Amer. Dir. Martin Strelzer; thai Center for Jewish Education; on-site Dir. Internatl. Relations & Development courses in Maryland and Jerusalem; inter- Rabbi Clifford Kulwin. International um- disciplinary concentrations: contemporary brella organization of Liberal Judaism; Middle East, American Jewish culture, promotes and coordinates efforts of Liberal and the humanities. congregations throughout the world; starts new congregations, recruits rabbis and rab- , PEGGY MEYERHOFF PEARLSTONE binical students for all countries; organizes SCHOOL OF GRADUATE STUDIES. Dean international conferences of Liberal Jews. Robert O. Freedman. PhD and MA pro- Ammi; Rodnik; Newsupdates. grams; MA and MSW with University of Maryland School of Social Work and SCHOOLS, INSTITUTIONS Community Planning in federation, com- ACADEMY FOR JEWISH RELIGION (1955). 15 munity organization, center, and family W. 86 St., NYC 10024. (212)932-3184. services; MA and MEd in Jewish educa- Chmn. Presidential Council Rabbi Manuel tion and double MA in journalism with Gold; Exec. Dean Rabbi Shohama Wiener. Towson State University; MA program in The only rabbinic seminary in the U.S. at the study of Christian-Jewish relations which students explore the full range of with St. Mary's Seminary and University; Jewish spiritual learning and practice. MA program in community relations with Graduates serve in Conservative, Reform, University of Maryland Graduate School. Reconstructionist, and Orthodox congre- BETH MEDROSH ELYON (ACADEMY OF gations, chaplaincies, and educational in- HIGHER LEARNING AND RESEARCH) stitutions. Programs include rabbinic and (1943). 73 Main St., Monsey, NY 10952. cantorial studies in NYC and on/off-cam- (914)356-7065. Bd. Chmn. Emanuel Weld- pus nonmatriculated studies. ler; Treas. Arnold Jacobs; Sec. Yerachmiel Censor. Provides postgraduate courses and ANNENBERG INSTITUTE (formerly DROPSIE research work in higher Jewish studies; of- COLLEGE FOR HEBREW AND COGNATE fers scholarships and fellowships. Annual LEARNING) (1907; reorg. 1986). 420 Wal- journal. nut St., Philadelphia, PA 19106. (215)238- 1290. FAX: (215)238-1540. Dir. Eric M. BRAMSON ORT TECHNICAL INSTITUTE Meyers; Assoc. Dir. David M. Golden- (1977). 69-30 Austin St., Forest Hills, NY berg. A center for advanced research in 11375. (718)261-5800. Dir. Dr. Seymour NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 549

B. Forman; Admissions, Lois E. Shallit. A administrators; serves as a center for Jew- two-year Jewish technical college offering ish life and culture; expands the availabil- certificates and associate degrees in high ity of courses in Judaic studies by exchang- technology and business fields, including ing faculty, students, and credits with computer programming, electronics tech- neighboring academic institutions; grants nology, business management, word pro- bachelor's and master's degrees. cessing, and ophthalmic technology. DROPSIE COLLEGE FOR HEBREW AND COG- Houses the Center for Computers in Jew- NATE LEARNING (see Annenberg Insti- ish Education. Extension sites in Manhat- tute) tan, Brooklyn, and the Bronx. GRATZ COLLEGE (1895). Old York Rd. and BRANDEIS-BARDIN INSTITUTE (1941). 1101 Melrose Ave., Melrose Park, PA 19126. Peppertree Lane, Brandeis, CA 93064. (215)635-7300. FAX: (215)635-7320. Bd. (818)348-7201. FAX: (805)526-1398. Chmn. Steven Fisher; Pres. Dr. Gary S. Pres. Gary Brennglass; Exec. V.-Pres. Dr. Schiff. Offers a wide variety of undergradu- Alvin Mars. A pluralistic, nondenomina- ate and graduate degrees and continuing tional Jewish institution providing pro- education programs in Judaic, Hebraic, grams for people of all ages: Brandeis and Middle Eastern studies. High-school Camp Institute (BCI), a leadership pro- level programs are offered by the affiliated gram for college-age adults; Camp Alonim, Jewish Community High School of Gratz a positive Jewish experience for children College. Grants BA and MA in Jewish 8-16; House of the Book Shabbat week- studies, MA in Jewish education, MA in ends for adults 25 + , at which scholars-in- Jewish music, MA in Jewish liberal stud- residence discuss historical, cultural, reli- ies, certificates in Jewish communal ser- gious, and spiritual aspects of Judaism; vice, Jewish education, Israel studies, Jew- Family Weekends and Grandparents ish librarianship, and other credentials. Weekends. Brandeis-Bardin Institute Joint graduate program in Jewish commu- Newsletter; BCI Alumni News. nal service with the U. of . BRANDEIS UNIVERSITY (1948). 415 South Various newsletters, annual academic bul- St.,Waltham, MA 02254. (617)736-2000. letin, and scholarly publications. Bd. Chmn. Louis Perlmutter; Pres. Samuel (1921). 43 Hawes St., O. Thier. Founded under Jewish sponsor- Brookline, MA 02146. (617)232-8710. ship as a nonsectarian institution offering Acting Pres. Barry Mesch; Bd. Chmn. to all the highest quality undergraduate Herbert L. Berman. Provides intensive and graduate education. The Lown School programs of study in all areas of Jewish is the center for all programs of teaching culture from high school through college and research in the areas of Judaic Studies, and graduate-school levels, also at branch Ancient Near Eastern Studies, and Islamic in Hartford; offers the degrees of MA in and Modern Middle Eastern Studies. The Jewish studies, Bachelor and Master of school includes the Department of Near Jewish education, Bachelor of Hebrew let- Eastern Studies, which offers academic ters, and teacher's diploma; degrees fully programs in the major areas of its concern; accredited by New England Assoc. of the Hornstein Program for Jewish Com- Schools and Colleges. Operates Hebrew- munal Service, a professional training pro- speaking Camp Yavneh in Northwood, gram; and the Cohen Center for Modern NH; offers extensive Ulpan program and Jewish Studies, which conducts research courses for community. Hebrew College and teaching in contemporary Jewish stud- Today. ies, primarily in the field of American Jew- ish studies. Various newsletters, scholarly HEBREW THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE (1922). publications. 7135 N. Carpenter Rd., Skokie, IL 60077. (312)267-9800. Acting Pres. Rabbi Dr. Je- CLEVELAND COLLEGE OF JEWISH STUDIES rold Isenberg. An institution of higher (1964). 26500 Shaker Blvd., Beachwood, Jewish learning which includes a graduate OH 44122. (216)464-4050. Pres. David S. school; school of liberal arts and sciences; Ariel; V.-Pres. Thomas N. Sudow; Dean division of advanced Hebrew studies; Fas- Lifsa Schachter. Provides courses in all man Yeshiva High School; Anne M. Blit- areas of Judaic and Hebrew studies to stein Teachers Institute for Women. Or adults and college-age students; offers con- Shmuel; Torah Journal; Likutei P'shatim; tinuing education for Jewish educators and Turrets of Silver. 550 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

HEBREW UNION COLLEGE-JEWISH INSTI- PhD programs with the University of TUTE OF RELIGION (1875). 3101 Clifton Southern California. Ave., , OH 45220. (513)221- , JEROME H. LOUCHHEIM SCHOOL 1875. FAX: (513)221-2810. Pres. Al- OF JUDAIC STUDIES (1969). 3077 Univer- fred Gottschalk; Exec. V.-Pres. Uri D. sity Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90007. (213)- Herscher; V.-Pres. Academic Affairs 749-3424. FAX: (213)747-6128. Dir. Samuel Greengus; V.-Pres. Paul M. David Ellenson. Offers programs leading Steinberg; Chmn. Bd. of Govs. Stanley P. to MA, BS, BA, and AA degrees; offers Gold. Academic centers: 3101 Clifton courses as part of the undergraduate pro- Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45220 (1875), Dean gram of the University of Southern Cali- Kenneth Ehrlich; 1 W. 4 St., NYC 10012 fornia. (1922), Dean Norman J. Cohen; 3077 University Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90007 , NELSON GLUECK SCHOOL OF BIBLI- (1954), Dean Lee Bycel; 13 King David CAL ARCHAEOLOGY (1963). 13 King St., Jerusalem, Israel 94101 (1963), Dean David St., Jerusalem, Israel 94101. FAX: Michael Klein. Prepares students for Re- 2-251-478. Dir. Avraham Biran. Offers form rabbinate, cantorate, religious- graduate-level research programs in Bible school teaching and administration, com- and archaeology. Summer excavations are munity service, academic careers; carried out by scholars and students. Uni- promotes Jewish studies; maintains li- versity credit may be earned by partici- braries and a museum; offers master's pants in excavations. Consortium of col- and doctoral degrees; engages in archaeo- leges, universities, and seminaries is logical excavations; publishes scholarly affiliated with the school. works through Hebrew Union College , RHEA HIRSCH SCHOOL OF EDUCA- Press. American Jewish Archives; Biblio- TION (1967). 3077 University Ave., Los graphica Judaica; HUC-JIR Catalogue; Angeles, CA 90007. (213)749-3424. FAX: Hebrew Union College Annual; Studies in (213)747-6128. Offers PhD and MA pro- Bibliography and Booklore; The Chroni- grams in Jewish and Hebrew education; cle. conducts joint degree programs with Uni- versity of Southern California; offers , AMERICAN JEWISH ARCHIVES courses for Jewish teachers, librarians, and (1947). 3101 Clifton Ave., Cincinnati, OH early educators on a nonmatriculating 45220. (513)221-1875. FAX: (513)221- basis; conducts summer institutes for pro- 7812. Dir. Jacob R. Marcus; Admin. Dir. fessional Jewish educators. Abraham Peck. Promotes the study and preservation of the Western Hemisphere , SCHOOL OF EDUCATION (1947). 1 Jewish experience through research, publi- W. 4 St., NYC 10012. (212)674-5300. cations, collection of important source FAX: (212)533-0129. V.-Pres. and Dean materials, and a vigorous public-outreach of Faculty Paul M. Steinberg; Dean Nor- program. American Jewish Archives; mono- man J. Cohen; Dir. Kerry M. Olitzky. graphs, publications, and pamphlets. Trains teachers and principals for Reform religious schools; offers MA degree with , AMERICAN JEWISH PERIODICAL specialization in religious education; offers CENTER (1957). 3101 Clifton Ave., Cin- extension programs in various suburban cinnati, OH 45220. (513)221-1875. Dir. centers. Jacob R. Marcus; Codir. Herbert C. Zafren. Maintains microfilms of all Ameri- , SCHOOL OF GRADUATE STUDIES can Jewish periodicals 1823-1925, selected (1949). 3101 Clifton Ave., Cincinnati, OH periodicals since 1925. Jewish Periodicals 45220 (513)221-1875. FAX: (513)221- and Newspapers on Microfilm (1957); First 0321. Dir. Alan Cooper. Offers programs Supplement (I960); Augmented Edition leading to MA and PhD degrees; offers (1984). program leading to DHL degree for rab- binic graduates of the college. , EDGAR F. MAGNIN SCHOOL OF GRADUATE STUDIES (1956). 3077 Univer- , SCHOOL OF JEWISH COMMUNAL sity Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90007. (213)- SERVICE (1968). 3077 University Ave., 749-3424. FAX: (213)747-6128. Dir. Los Angeles, CA 90007. (213)749-3424. Stanley Chyet. Supervises programs lead- FAX: (213)747-6128. Dir. H. Jack Mayer. ing to PhD (Education), DHS, DHL, and Offers certificate and master's degree to MA degrees; participates in cooperative those employed in Jewish communal ser- NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 551

vices, or preparing for such work; offers INSTITUTE OF TRADITIONAL JUDAISM joint MA in Jewish education and commu- (1990). 261 E. Lincoln Ave., Mt. Vernon, nal service with Rhea Hirsch School; offers NY 10552. (914)667-1007. FAX: (914)- MA and MSW in conjunction with the 667-1023. Rector (Reish Metivta) Rabbi University of Southern California School David Weiss Halivni; Dean Rabbi Ronald of Social Work, with the George Warren D. Price. A nondenominational rabbinical Brown School of Social Work of Washing- school dedicated to genuine faith com- ton University, and with the University of bined with intellectual honesty and the Pittsburgh School of Social Work; offers love of Israel. Graduates receive "yoreh joint master's degrees in conjunction with yoreh " smikhah. USC in public administration or gerontol- ogy. JEWISH THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY OF AMER- ICA (1886; reorg. 1902). 3080 Broadway, , SCHOOL OF JEWISH STUDIES (1963). NYC 10027-4649. (212)678-8000. Chan- 13 King David St., Jerusalem, Israel, cellor Dr. Ismar Schorsch; Bd. Chmn. 94101. FAX: 2-251—478. Dean Michael Gershon Kekst. Operates undergraduate Klein; Assoc. Dean Rabbi Shaul R. Fein- and graduate programs in Judaic studies; berg. Offers first year of graduate rabbinic, professional schools for training Conserva- cantonal, and Jewish education studies (re- tive rabbis and cantors; Melton Research quired) for American students; program Center for Jewish Education; the Jewish leading to ordination for Israeli rabbinic Museum.; and such youth programs as the students; undergraduate semester in Jeru- Ramah Camps and the Prozdor high- salem and one-year work/study program school division. Produces network televi- on a kibbutz in cooperation with Union of sion programs in cooperation with inter- American Hebrew Congregations; public faith broadcasting commission. Academic outreach programs (lectures, courses, con- Bulletin; Masoret; The Melton Journal. certs, exhibits). , ALBERT A. LIST COLLEGE OF JEW- , SCHOOL OF SACRED MUSIC (1947). ISH STUDIES (formerly SEMINARY COL- 1 W. 4 St., NYC 10012. (212)674-5300. LEGE OF JEWISH STUDIES-TEACHERS IN- FAX: (212)533-0129. Dir. Israel Gold- STITUTE) (1909). 3080 Broadway, NYC stein. Trains cantors and music personnel 10027. (212)678-8826. Dean Dr. Anne for congregations; offers MSM degree. Sa- Lapidus Lerner. Offers complete under- cred Music Press. graduate program in Judaica leading to BA , SKIRBALL MUSEUM {see p. 524) degree; conducts joint programs with Co- lumbia University and Barnard College en- HERZLIAH-JEWISH TEACHERS SEMINARY abling students to receive two BA degrees. (1967). Division of Touro College. 844 Ave. of the Americas, NYC 10001. (212)- , CANTORS INSTITUTE AND SEMI- 447-0700. Pres. Bernard Lander; Dir. NARY COLLEGE OF JEWISH MUSIC (1952). Jacob Katzman. 3080 Broadway, NYC 10027. (212)678- 8038. Dean Rabbi Morton M. Leifman. , GRADUATE SCHOOL OF JEWISH Trains cantors, music teachers, and choral STUDIES (1981). 844 Ave. of the Americas, directors for congregations. Offers full- NYC 10001. (212)447-0700. Pres. Ber- time programs in sacred music leading to nard Lander; Dean Michael A. Shmidman. degrees of MSM and DSM, and diploma of Offers courses leading to an MA in Jewish Hazzan. studies, with concentrations in Jewish his- tory or Jewish education. Students may , DEPARTMENT OF RADIO AND TEL- complete part of their program in Israel, EVISION (1944). 3080 Broadway, NYC through MA courses offered by Touro fac- 10027. (212)678-8020. Dir. Marjorie ulty at Touro's Jerusalem center. Wyler. Produces radio and TV programs expressing the Jewish tradition in its , JEWISH PEOPLE'S UNIVERSITY OF broadest sense, including hour-long docu- THE AIR. (212)447-0700. Dir./Producer mentaries on NBC and ABC. Distributes Jacob Katzman. The educational outreach cassettes of programs at minimum charge. arm of Touro College, it produces and dis- seminates Jewish educational and cultural , GRADUATE SCHOOL (formerly IN- programming for radio broadcast and on STITUTE FOR ADVANCED STUDY IN THE audio-cassettes. HUMANITIES) (1968). 3080 Broadway, 552 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

NYC 10027. (212)678-8024. Acting Dean grams in U.S. and Israel, including Wein- Dr. Stephen P. Garfinkel. Programs lead- stein National Ramah Staff Training Insti- ing to MA, MPhil, DHL, and PhD degrees tute, Ramah Israel Seminar, Ulpan Ramah in Jewish studies, Bible, Jewish education, Plus, and Tichon Ramah Yerushalayim. history, literature, ancient Judaism, philos- Family and synagogue tours to Israel and ophy, rabbinics, and medieval Jewish stud- summer day camp in Israel for Americans. ies; dual degree with School of Social Work. , PROZDOR (1951). 3080 Broadway, NYC 10027. (212)678-8824. Principal Dr. , JEWISH MUSEUM {see p. 522) Michael Panitz. The high-school depart- ment of JTS, it provides a supplementary , LIBRARY OF THE JEWISH THEOLOG- Jewish education for students who attend ICAL SEMINARY. 3080 Broadway, NYC a secular (public or private) full-time high 10027. (212)678-8075. FAX: (212)678- school. Classes in classical Jewish studies, 8998. Librarian Dr. Mayer E. Rabinowitz. with emphasis on Hebrew language, meet Contains one of the largest collections of twice a week. Hebraica and Judaica in the world, includ- ing manuscripts, incunabula, rare books, , RABBINICAL SCHOOL (1886). 3080 and Cairo Geniza material. The 270,000- Broadway, NYC 10027. (212)678-8816. volume collection is housed in a state-of- Dean Rabbi Gordon Tucker. Offers a pro- the-art building and is open to the public. gram of graduate and professional studies New Acquisitions List; Friends of the Li- leading to the degree of Master of Arts and brary Newsletter. ordination; includes one year of study in Jerusalem and an extensive field-work pro- , Louis FINKELSTEIN INSTITUTE FOR gram. RELIGIOUS AND SOCIAL STUDIES (1938). 3080 Broadway, NYC 10027. (212)678- , SAUL LIEBERMAN INSTITUTE OF 8815. Dir. Irving Levine; Assoc. Dir. Car- JEWISH RESEARCH (1985). PO Box 196, lotta Damanda. A scholarly and scientific Jerusalem, Israel 92102. (02)631121. Dir. fellowship of clergy and other religious Shamma Friedman. Engaged in preparing teachers who desire authoritative informa- for publication a series of scholarly edi- tion regarding some of the basic issues now tions of selected chapters of the Talmud. confronting spiritually minded individuals. The following projects support and help disseminate the research: Talmud Text , MELTON RESEARCH CENTER FOR Database; Bibliography of Talmudic Liter- JEWISH EDUCATION (1960). 3080 Broad- ature; Catalogue of Geniza Fragments; way, NYC 10027. (212)678-8031. Dirs. Teachers Training and Curriculum Devel- Dr. Eduardo Rauch, Dr. Barry W. Holtz. opment in Oral Law for Secondary Develops new curricula and materials for Schools. Jewish education; prepares educators through seminars and in-service programs; , SCHOCKEN INSTITUTE FOR JEWISH maintains consultant and supervisory rela- RESEARCH (1961). 6 Balfour St., Jerusa- tionships with a limited number of pilot lem, Israel, 92102. (02)631288. Dir. schools; develops and implements research Shmuel Glick; Coord, for Educ. Programs initiatives; sponsors "renewal" retreats for Simcha Goldsmith. Comprises the teachers and principals. The Melton Jour- Schocken collection of rare books and nal. manuscripts and a research institute dedi- cated to the exploration of Hebrew reli- , NATIONAL RAMAH COMMISSION gious poetry (piyyut). Schocken Institute (1951). 3080 Broadway, NYC 10027. Yearbook (P'raqim). (212)678-8881. FAX: (212)749-825 l.Pres. Dr. Saul Shapiro; Natl. Dir. Sheldon , UNIVERSITY OF JUDAISM (1947). Dorph. Sponsors 7 overnight Conservative 15600 Mulholland Dr., Los Angeles, CA Jewish camps in U.S. and Canada, empha- 90077. (310)476-9777. FAX: (310)471- sizing Jewish education, living, and cul- 1278. Pres. Dr. David L. Lieber; Dean of ture; offers opportunities for qualified col- Academic Affairs Dr. Hanan Alexander; lege students and older to serve as Dean of Student Affairs Rabbi Daniel Gor- counselors, administrators, specialists, etc. dis. The undergraduate school, Lee Col- Also programs for children with special lege of Arts and Sciences, is an accredited needs (Tikvah program); offers special pro- liberal arts college offering a core curricu- NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 553

lum of Jewish and Western studies, with RECONSTRUCTIONIST RABBINICAL COL- majors including psychology, business, lit- LEGE (1968). Church Rd. and Greenwood erature, political science, and Jewish stud- Ave., Wyncote, PA 19095.(215)576-0800. ies. Accredited graduate programs in non- FAX: (215)576-6143. Pres. Arthur Green; profit business management, Jewish Bd. Chmn. Jacques G. Pomeranz; Genl. education, and Jewish studies, plus a pre- Chmn. Aaron Ziegelman. Coeducational. paratory program for the Conservative Trains rabbis for all areas of Jewish com- rabbinate. Two institutes for research and munal life: synagogues, academic and edu- program development, the Wilstein Insti- cational positions, Hillel centers, federa- tute for Jewish Policy Studies and the Whi- tion agencies; confers title of rabbi and zin Center for the Jewish Future. A broad grants degrees of Master and Doctor of range of continuing-education courses, cul- Hebrew Letters. RRC Report. tural-arts programs, and a variety of out- reach services for West Coast Jewish com- SPERTUS COLLEGE OF JUDAIC A (1924). 618 munities. Direction Magazine; Focus S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60605. Newsletter; Bulletin of General Informa- (312)922-9012. FAX: (312)922-6406. Pres. tion. Howard A. Sulkin; Bd. Chmn. Gary Edi- din; V.-Pres. for Academic Affairs Byron YESHIVA RABBI CHAIM BERLIN L. Sherwin; Dir. Spertus Museum Morris RABBINICAL ACADEMY (1905). 1593 A. Fred; Dir. Asher Library Michael Coney Island Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11230. Terry. An accredited liberal arts institu- (718)377-0777. Exec. Dir. Y. Mayer tion of higher learning offering five mas- Lasker. Maintains fully accredited elemen- ter's degree programs in Jewish studies, tary and high schools; collegiate and post- Jewish education, Jewish communal ser- graduate school for advanced Jewish stud- vice, and human-services administration, ies, both in America and Israel; Camp plus an extensive program of continuing Morris, a summer study retreat; Prof. Na- education. Offers classes at the main cam- than Isaacs Memorial Library; Gur Aryeh pus, a suburban center, and extension loca- Publications. tions. Major resources of the college en- compass Spertus Museum, the Asher NER ISRAEL RABBINICAL COLLEGE (1933). Library, including the Chicago Jewish Ar- 400 Mt. Wilson Lane, Baltimore, MD chives, and Spertus College of Judaica 21208. (301)484-7200. FAX: (301)484- Press. 3060. Rabbi Yaakov S. Weinberg, Rosh Hayeshiva; Rabbi Herman N. Neuberger, , SPERTUS MUSEUM (see p. 524) Menahel. Trains rabbis and educators for Jewish communities in America and TOURO COLLEGE (1970). Executive Offices: worldwide. Offers bachelor's, master's, and Empire State Bldg., 350 Fifth Ave., Suite doctoral degrees in talmudic law, as well as 5122, NYC 10018. (212)643-0700. Pres. teacher's diploma. College has four divi- Bernard Lander. Bd. Chmn. Max Karl. sions: Mechina High School, Rabbinical Chartered by NY State Board of Regents College, Teachers Training Institute, as a nonprofit four-year college with busi- Graduate School. Maintains an active ness, Judaic studies, health sciences, and community-service division. Operates spe- liberal arts programs leading to BA, BS, cial program for Iranian Jewish students. and MA degrees; emphasizes relevance of Ner Israel Update; Alumni Bulletin; Ohr Jewish heritage to general culture of West- Hanair Talmudic Journal; Iranian B'nei ern civilization. Also offers JD degree and Torah Bulletin. a biomedical program leading to the MD degree from Technion-Israel Institute of RABBINICAL COLLEGE OF TELSHE, INC. Technology, Haifa. (1941). 28400 Euclid Ave., Wickliffe, OH 44092. (216)943-5300. Pres. Rabbi Morde- , BARRY Z. LEVINE SCHOOL OF cai Gifter; V.-Pres. Rabbi Abba Zalka Ge- HEALTH SCIENCES AND CENTER FOR BIO- wirtz. College for higher Jewish learning MEDICAL EDUCATION (1970). 135 Com- specializing in talmudic studies and rab- mon Rd., Bldg. # 10, Dix Hills, NY 11746. binics; maintains a preparatory academy (516)673-3200. Dean Dr. Joseph Weis- including a secular high school, postgradu- berg. Along with the Manhattan campus, ate department, teacher-training school, offers 5 programs: 5-year program leading and teachers seminary for women. Pri Etz to MA from Touro and MD from Faculty Chaim; Peer Mordechai; Alumni Bulletin. of Medicine of Technion-Israel Institute of 554 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

Technology, Haifa; BS/MA—physical -, TOURO COLLEGE FLATBUSH CEN- therapy and occupational therapy pro- TER (1929). 1277 E. 14 St., Brooklyn, NY grams; BS—physician assistant and health- 11230. (718)253-7538. Dean Robert information management programs. Goldschmidt. A division of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; options offered , COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS AND in accounting and business, education, SCIENCES. 844 Sixth Ave., NYC 10001. mathematics, political science, psychology, (212)447-0700. FAX: (212)779-2344. and speech. Classes are given on week- Exec. Dean Stanley Boylan. Offers com- prehensive Jewish studies along with stud- nights and during the day on Sunday. ies in the arts, sciences, humanities, and preprofessional studies in health sciences, , TOURO COLLEGE ISRAEL CENTER. law, accounting, business, computer sci- 23 Rechov Shivtei Yisrael, Jerusalem. ence, education, and finance, health 2-894-086/088. Assoc. Dean Dr. Carmi sciences, and law. Horowitz; Resident Dir. Dr. Chana So- sevsky. Offers undergraduate courses in , GRADUATE SCHOOL OF JEWISH business, computer science, and education. STUDIES (1981) 844 Sixth Ave., NYC Houses the MA degreee program in Jewish 10001. (212)447-0700 X 514. Pres. Ber- studies. The Touro Year Abroad Option nard Lander; Dean Michael A. Shmidman. for American students is coordinated from Offers courses leading to an MA in Jewish this center. studies, with concentrations in Jewish his- tory or Jewish education. Students may WEST COAST TALMUDICAL SEMINARY (Ye- complete part of their program in Israel, shiva Ohr Elchonon Chabad) (1953). 7215 through MA courses offered by Touro fac- Waring Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90046. ulty at Touro's Jerusalem center. (213)937-3763. Dean Rabbi Ezra Scho- , INSTITUTE OF JEWISH LAW. (516)- chet. Provides facilities for intensive Torah 421-2244. Based at Fuchsberg Law Cen- education as well as Orthodox rabbinical ter, serves as a center and clearinghouse for training on the West Coast; conducts an study and teaching of Jewish law. Coedits accredited college preparatory high school Dinei Israel (Jewish Law Journal) with Tel combined with a full program of Torah- Aviv University Law School. talmudic training and a graduate talmudi- , JACOB D. FUCHSBERG LAW CEN- cal division on the college level. Torah TER (1980). Long Island Campus, 300 Quiz; Kobetz Migdal Ohr. Nassau Rd., Huntington, NY 11743. (516)421-2244. Dean Howard A. Glick- YESHIVA UNIVERSITY (1886). Joel Jablonski stein. Offers studies leading to JD degree. Campus, 500 W. 185 St., NYC 10033- 3299. (212)960-5400. FAX: (212)960- , JEWISH PEOPLE'S UNIVERSITY OF 0055. Pres. Dr. Norman Lamm; Chmn. THE AIR. (1979). 844 Sixth Ave., NYC Bd. of Trustees Ludwig Jesselson. The na- 10001. (212)447-0700 X 589. Producer/ tion's oldest and largest independent uni- Dir. Jacob Katzman. Produces and dis- versity founded under Jewish auspices, seminates courses in Jewish subject matter with a broad range of undergraduate, grad- for radio broadcasting and on audio-cas- uate, and professional schools, a network settes. Printed course outlines for all of affiliates, a widespread program of re- courses and discussion; leader's guides for search and community outreach, publica- some. tions, and a museum. Curricula lead to bachelor's, master's, doctoral, and profes- , Moscow BRANCH. 5 Jablockkova sional degrees. Undergraduate schools pro- St., 127254 Moscow, USSR. 210-86-69; vide general studies curricula supple- 210-61-73. Offers BS program in business mented by courses in Jewish learning; and BA program in Jewish studies. graduate schools prepare for careers in medicine, law, social work, Jewish educa- , SCHOOL OF GENERAL STUDIES. 240 E. 123 St., NYC 10021. (212)722-1575. tion, psychology, Jewish studies, Semitic Dean Stephen Adolphus. Offers educa- languages, literatures, and cultures, and tional opportunities to minority groups other fields. It has six undergraduate and older people; courses in the arts, schools, seven graduate and professional sciences, humanities, and special programs schools, and three affiliates. Alumni Re- of career studies. view/Inside. NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 555

Yeshiva has four campuses in Manhat- which grants PhD degree. Einstein Col- tan and the Bronx: Joel Jablonski Campus, lege's clinical facilities, affiliates, and re- 500 W. 185 St., NYC 10033-3299; Jack sources encompass Jack D. Weiler Hospi- and Pearl Resnick Campus, Eastchester tal of Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Rd. & Morris Pk. Ave., Bronx, NY 10461; Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx Munic- Midtown Center, 245 Lexington Ave., ipal Hospital Center, and the Rose F. NYC 10016; Brookdale Center, 55 Fifth Kennedy Center for Research in Mental Ave., NYC 10003. Retardation and Human Development. Undergraduate schools for men at Joel Einstein; AECOM Today; Einstein Quar- Jablonski Campus: Yeshiva College (Dean terly Journal of Biology and Medicine. Dr. Norman S. Rosenfeld) provides liberal arts and sciences curricula; grants BA de- , ALUMNI OFFICE, 500 W. 185 Street, gree. Isaac Breuer College of Hebraic Stud- NYC 10033. (212)960-5373. Dir. Toby ies (Assoc. Dean Dr. Michael D. Shmid- Hilsenrad Weiss. Seeks to foster a close man) awards Hebrew teacher's diploma, allegiance of alumni to their alma mater by AA, BA, and BS. James Striar School of maintaining ties with all alumni and servic- General Jewish Studies (Assoc. Dean Dr. ing the following associations: Yeshiva Michael D. Shmidman) grants AA degree. College Alumni (Pres. Emanuel J. Adler); Yeshiva Program/Mazer School of Tal- Stern College for Women Alumnae (Pres. mudic Studies (Dean Rabbi Zevulun Char- Jan Schechter); Albert Einstein College of lop) offers advanced course of study in tal- Medicine Alumni (Pres. Dr. Bernard mudic texts and commentaries. Zazula); Ferkauf Graduate School of Psy- chology Alumni (Pres. Dr. Abraham Undergraduate school for women at Givner); Wurzweiler School of Social Midtown Center, 245 Lexington Ave., Work Alumni (Pres. Ilene Stein Himber); NYC 10016. (212)340-7700: Stern College Rabbinic Alumni (Pres. Rabbi Bernard for Women (Dean Dr. Karen Bacon) offers Rosensweig); Benjamin N. Cardozo liberal arts and sciences curricula supple- School of Law Alumni (Chmn. Noah Gor- mented by Jewish studies programs offered don, Jay H. Ziffer). Alumni Review/Inside; through the Rebecca Ivry Department of AECOM Alumni News; Jewish Social Work Jewish Studies; awards BA, AA, and He- Forum. brew teacher's diploma. Sy Syms School of Business at Joel Ja- , BELFER INSTITUTE FOR ADVANCED blonski Campus (Dean Dr. Michael Schiff) BIOMEDICAL STUDIES (1978). Eastchester offers undergraduate business curricula in Rd. & Morris Pk. Ave., Bronx, NY 10461. conjunction with study at Yeshiva College (212)430-2801. Dir. Dr. Ernst R. Jaffe. or Stern College; grants BS degree. Integrates and coordinates the Medical Sponsors one high school for boys (Man- College's postdoctoral research and train- hattan) and one for girls (Queens). ing-grant programs in the basic and clini- Universitywide programs serving the cal biomedical sciences. Awards certificate community and the nation include the Carl as Research Fellow or Research Associate C. Icahn Foundation Institutes for Child on completion of training. Protection; Irving and Hanni Rosenbaum Aliyah Incentive Fund; Ivan L. Tillem , BENJAMIN N. CARDOZO SCHOOL OF Program for Special Services for the Jewish LAW (1976). 55 Fifth Ave., NYC 10003. Elderly; Holocaust Studies Program; In- (212)790-0200. Pres. Dr. Norman Lamm; terdisciplinary Conference on Bereave- Chmn. Bd. of Dirs. Jacob Burns; Dean ment and Grief; Yeshiva University Mu- Frank J. Macchiarola. Provides innovative seum; Yeshiva University Press. courses of study within a traditional legal framework; program includes judicial in- , ALBERT EINSTEIN COLLEGE OF ternships; grants Doctor of Law (JD) de- MEDICINE (1955). Eastchester Rd. & Mor- gree. Programs and services include insti- ris Pk. Ave., Bronx, NY 10461. (212)430- tute for advanced legal studies; center for 2000. Pres. Dr. Norman Lamm; Chmn. ethics in the practice of law; Bet Tzedek Bd. of Overseers Burton P. Resnick; Dean Legal Services Clinic; institute of Jewish Dr. Dominick P. Purpura. Prepares physi- law; center on corporate governance; pro- cians and conducts research in the health gram in communications law; center for sciences; awards MD degree; includes Sue professional development; international Golding Graduate Division of Medical law and human-rights program. Cardozo Sciences (Dir. Dr. Barbara K. Birshtein), Studies in Law and Literature; Cardozo 556 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

Law Review; Arts and Entertainment Law The seminary includes Rabbi Joseph B. Journal; Women's Annotated Legal Bibli- Soloveitchik Center of Rabbinic Studies; ography; New Europe Law Review; Cardozo Morris and Nellie L. Kawaler Rabbinic Law Forum. Training Program; Irving I. Stone Rab- binic Internship Program; Brookdale , BERNARD REVEL GRADUATE Chaplaincy Internship Program; Chaver SCHOOL (1937). 500 W. 185 St., NYC Program (Dir. Rabbi J. David Bleich); 10033. (212)960-5253. Dean Dr. Leo Carl and Sylvia Freyer Professional Train- Landman. Offers graduate programs in ing Program in Community Outreach; Judaic studies and Semitic languages, liter- Gindi Program for the Enhancement of atures, and cultures; confers MS, MA, and Professional Rabbinics; Rudin Continuing PhD degrees. Rabbinic Education Program. , DAVID J. AZRIELI GRADUATE IN- Kollelim include Marcos and Adina STITUTE OF JEWISH EDUCATION AND AD- Katz Kollel (Institute for Advanced Re- MINISTRATION (1945). 245 Lexington search in Rabbinics—Dir. Rabbi Hershel Ave., NYC 10016. (212)340-7705. Dir. Schachter); Kollel l'Horaah (Yadin Yadin) Dr. Yitzchak S. Handel. Offers MS degree and External Yadin Yadin (Dir. Rabbi J. in Jewish elementary and secondary educa- David Bleich); Caroline and Joseph S. tion; specialist's certificate and EdD in ad- Gruss Kollel Elyon (Postgraduate Kollel ministration and supervision of Jewish ed- Program—Dir. Rabbi Aharon Kahn); ucation. Block Education Program, Caroline and Joseph S. Gruss Institute in initiated under a grant from the Jewish Jerusalem (Dir. Rabbi Aharon Lichten- Agency's L.A. Pincus Fund for the Dias- stein). pora, provides summer course work to The service arm of the seminary, Max complement year-round field instruction in Stern Division of Communal Services (Dir. local communities; grants MS, specialist's Rabbi Robert S. Hirt), provides personal certificate, and EdD degrees. and professional service to the rabbinate and related fields, as well as educational, , FERKAUF GRADUATE SCHOOL OF consultative, organizational, and place- PSYCHOLOGY (1957). Eastchester Rd. & ment services to congregations, schools, Morris Pk. Ave., Bronx, NY 10461. (212)- and communal organizations around the 430-4201. Dean Dr. Barbara G. Melamed. world; coordinates a broad spectrum of Offers MA in general psychology; PsyD in outreach programs, including Kiruv Col- clinical and school psychology; and PhD in lege Outreach Program, Orthodox Forum, clinical, school, developmental, and health Torah Tours, and off-campus lecture se- psychology. Programs and services include ries. Center for Psychological and Psychoedu- Other seminary programs are Jacob E. cational Services. Safra Institute of Sephardic Studies and the Institute of Yemenite Studies; Maybaum , HARRY FISCHEL SCHOOL FOR Sephardic Fellowship Program; Dr. Jo- HIGHER JEWISH STUDIES (1945). 500 W. seph and Rachel Ades Sephardic Commu- 185 St., NYC 10033. (212)960-5253. Dean nity Outreach Program; Sephardic Com- Dr. Leo Landman. Offers summer gradu- munity Program; Stone-Sapirstein Center ate programs in Judaic studies and Semitic for Jewish Education; National Commis- languages, literatures, and cultures; con- sion on Torah Education. fers MS, MA, and PhD degrees. PHILIP AND SARAH BELZ SCHOOL OF JEWISH MUSIC (1954). 560 W. 185 St., , (affiliate) RABBI ISAAC ELCHANAN THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY (1896). 2540 NYC 10033. (212)960-5353. Dir. Cantor Amsterdam Ave., NYC 10033. (212)960- Bernard Beer. Provides professional train- 5344. Chmn. Bd. of Trustees Judah Feiner- ing of cantors and courses in Jewish liturgi- man; V.-Pres. for Administration & Pro- cal music; maintains a specialized library fessional Education Rabbi Robert S. Hirt; and conducts outreach; awards associate Dean Rabbi Zevulun Charlop. Grants cantor's certificate and cantorial diploma. (ordination) and the degrees of -, WOMEN'S ORGANIZATION (1928). Master of Religious Education, Master of 500 W. 185 St., NYC 10033. (212)960^ Hebrew Literature, Doctor of Religious 0855. Natl. Chmn. and Pres. Dinah Pinc- Education, and Doctor of Hebrew Litera- zower; Exec. Comm: Ann Arbesfeld, Judy ture. Kirshenbaum, Mindy Lamm, Inge Ren- NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 557 nert, Judy Schwartz, Alice Turobiner. Sup- seum of Tolerance; interactive exploration ports Yeshiva University's national schol- of social dynamics of bigotry and racism; arship program for students training in ed- computerized learning center. In coopera- ucation, community service, law, tion with Yeshiva of Los Angeles: Jewish medicine, and other professions, and its de- Studies Institute; international social ac- velopment program. YUWO News Briefs. tion; "Page One" (syndicated weekly radio news magazine presenting contemporary , WURZWEILER SCHOOL OF SOCIAL Jewish issues). Simon Wiesenthal Center WORK (1957). 500 W. 185 St., NYC 10033. Annual; Response Magazine; Commitment; (212)960-0800. Pres. Norman Lamm; Museum Update. Chmn. Bd. of Govs. Herbert H. Schiff; Dean Dr. Sheldon R. Gelman. Offers grad- YESHIVATH TORAH VODAATH AND uate programs in social group work, social MESIVTA RABBINICAL SEMINARY (1918). casework, community social work; grants 425 E. 9 St., Brooklyn, NY 11218. (718)- MSW and DSW degrees and certificate in 941-8000. Bd. Chmn. Chaim Leshkowitz. Jewish communal service. MSW programs Offers Hebrew and secular education from are: Concurrent Plan, 2-year, full-time elementary level through rabbinical ordi- track, combining classroom study and su- nation and postgraduate work; maintains a pervised field instruction; Extended Plan, teachers institute and community-service permiting up to five years to complete re- bureau; maintains a dormitory and a non- quirements; Accelerated Plan, granting profit camp program for boys. Chronicle; MSW in 14 months; Plan for Employed Mesivta Vanguard; Thought of the Week; Persons (PEP), for people working in so- Torah Vodaath News; Ha'Mesifta. cial agencies; Block Education Plan (Dir. Dr. Adele Weiner), which combines sum- , ALUMNI ASSOCIATION (1941). 425 mer course work with regular-year field E. 9 St., Brooklyn, NY 11218. (718)941- placement in local agencies; Clergy Plan, 8000. Pres. Marcus Saffer; Bd. Chmn. Sey- training in counseling for clergy of all de- mour Pluchenik. Promotes social and cul- nominations; Part-Time Professional Edu- tural ties between the alumni and the cation Plan, enabling human-services pro- schools through fund raising; offers voca- fessionals to take up to 12 credits as tional guidance to students; operates Camp nondegree students. Jewish Social Work Torah Vodaath; sponsors research fellow- Forum. ship program for boys. Annual Journal; Hamesivta Torah periodical. , (affiliate) YESHIVA OF LOS ANGELES (1977). 9760 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, SOCIAL, MUTUAL BENEFIT CA 90035. (213)553^*478. Dean Rabbi FRATERNITY (1913). Marvin Hier; Bd. Chmn. Samuel Belzberg; 8815 Wesleyan Rd., Indianapolis, IN Dir. Academic Programs Rabbi Sholom 46268-1171. (317)876-1913. Natl. Pres. Tendler. Grants BA degree in Jewish stud- Richard H. Stein; Exec. V.-Pres. Sidney N. ies. Has university program and graduate Dunn. International Jewish fraternity ac- studies department. Also provides Jewish tive on over 100 campuses in the U.S. and studies program for beginners. Affiliates Canada; encourages Jewish students to re- are high schools, Jewish Studies Institute main loyal to their heritage and to assume for Adult Education, and Simon Wiesen- leadership roles in the community; active thal Center. in behalf of Soviet Jewry, the State of Is- SIMON WIESENTHAL CENTER (1977). rael, the United States Holocaust Memo- 9760 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA rial Museum, and other Jewish causes. The 90035. (213)553-9036. FAX: (213)553- Lion of Alpha Epsilon Pi (quarterly maga- 8007. Dean Rabbi Marvin Hier; Assoc. zine). Dean Rabbi Abraham Cooper; Dir. Dr. Gerald Margolis. Regional offices in New AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF RUSSIAN JEWS York, Chicago, Miami, Orange County (1989). 257 Bayview Ave., Amityville, NY (CA), Jerusalem, , , Vienna. 11701. (516)598-3375; (708) 433-0144. Dedicated to preserving the memory of the FAX:(516)826-7152/(708)433-5530. Pres. Holocaust through education and aware- Leonid Stolov; V.-Pres. Inna Arolovich. ness. Programs: museum; library; archives; Assists Soviet Jews in emigration from the "Testimony for the Truth" oral history; former USSR and immigration to U.S.; educational outreach; Beit Hashoah—Mu- helps Russian Jewish immigrants in reset- 558 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

tlement, Jewish acculturation, and adjust- BNAI ZION—THE AMERICAN FRATERNAL ing to all aspects of American society, in- ZIONIST ORGANIZATION (1908). 136 E. 39 cluding participation in social and civic ac- St., NYC 10016.(212)725-1211. FAX: tivities; informs the American people (212)684-6327. Pres. Werner Buckold; about the situation of Soviet Jews and the Exec. V.-Pres. Mel Parness. Fosters princi- Russian-Jewish community in the U.S. ples of Americanism, fraternalism, and Chronicle of Anti-Semitic Incidents in the Zionism; offers life insurance and other USSR. benefits to its members. The Bnai Zion Foundation supports various humanitar- AMERICAN FEDERATION OF JEWS FROM ian projects in Israel and the USA, chiefly CENTRAL EUROPE, INC. (1938). 570 Sev- the Bnai Zion Medical Center in Haifa and enth Ave., NYC 10018. (212)921-3871. homes for retarded children—Maon Bnai Pres. Robert L. Lehman; Bd. Chmn. Curt Zion in Rosh Ha'ayin and the Herman Z. C. Silberman; Exec. Asst. Katherine Ro- Quittman Center in Jerusalem. In the U.S. senthal. Seeks to safeguard the rights and sponsors program of awards for excellence interests of American Jews of German- in Hebrew for high school and college stu- speaking Central European descent, espe- dents. Chapters all over U.S. and a New cially in reference to restitution and indem- Leadership division in Greater N.Y. area. nification; through its affiliate Research Bnai Zion Voice; Bnai Zion Foundation Foundation for Jewish Immigration spon- Newsletter. sors research and publications on the his- tory, immigration, and acculturation of BRITH ABRAHAM (1859; reorg. 1887). 136 E. Central European emigres in the U.S. and 39 St., NYC 10016. (212)725-1211. Grand worldwide; through its affiliate Jewish Master Robert Freeman. Protects Jewish Philanthropic Fund of 1933 supports so- rights and combats anti-Semitism; sup- cial programs for needy Nazi victims in the ports Soviet and Ethiopian emigration and U.S.; undertakes cultural activities, annual the safety and dignity of Jews worldwide; conferences, publications; member, Coun- helps to support Bnai Zion Medical Center cil of Jews from Germany, London. in Haifa and other Israeli institutions; aids and supports various programs and pro- AMERICAN SEPHARDI FEDERATION (1973). jects in the U.S.: Hebrew Excellence Pro- 133 E. 58 St., Suite 404, NYC 10022. (212)- gram—Gold Medal presentation in high 308-3455. FAX: (212)980-9354. Pres. schools and colleges; Camp Loyaltown; Leon Levy; Exec. Dir. Suri Kasirer. Central Brith Abraham and Bnai Zion Founda- umbrella organization for all Sephardic tions. Voice. congregations, organizations, and agencies. Seeks to preserve and promote Sephardi BRITH SHOLOM (1905). 3939 Conshohocken culture, education, and traditions. Dissemi- Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19131. (215)878- nates resource material on all aspects of 5696. Pres. Jay W. Malis; Exec. Dir. Mer- Sephardic life. Strives to bring a Sephardic vin L. Krimins. Fraternal organization de- agenda and perspective to American Jewish voted to community welfare, protection of life. Sephardic Highlights Newsletter. rights of Jewish people, and activities AMERICAN VETERANS OF ISRAEL (1949). which foster Jewish identity and provide 136 E. 39 St., NYC 10016. (516)431-8316. support for Israel; sponsors Brith Sholom Pres. Paul Kaye; Sec. Sidney Rabinovich. House for senior citizens in Philadelphia Maintains contact with American and Ca- and Brith Sholom Beit Halochem in Haifa, nadian volunteers who served in Aliyah a rehabilitation center for Israel's perma- Bet and/or Israel's War of Independence; nently war-wounded. Brith Sholom Pre- promotes Israel's welfare; holds memorial sents; monthly news bulletin. services at grave of Col. David Marcus; is affiliated with World Mahal. Newsletter. CENTRAL SEPHARDIC JEWISH COMMUNITY OF AMERICA (1941). 8 W. 70 St., NYC ASSOCIATION OF YUGOSLAV JEWS IN THE 10023. (212)787-2850. Pres. Emilie Levy; UNITED STATES, INC. (1941). 130 E. 59 Treas. Victor Tarry. Pres. Women's Div. St., Suite 1202, NYC 10022. (212)371- Irma Cardozo; Treas. Laura Capelluto. 6891. Pres. Mary Levine; Exec. Off. Eman- Promotes Sephardic culture by awarding uel Salom; Treas./V.-Pres. Mirko scholarships to qualified needy students in Goldschmidt. Assists all Jews originally New York and Israel; raises funds for hos- from Yugoslavia; raises funds for Israeli pital and religious institutions in U.S. and agencies and institutions. Bulletin. Israel. Annual journal. NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 559

FREE SONS OF ISRAEL (1849). 180 Varick St., recognized leader in the fight against can- 14th fl., NYC 10014. (212)924-6566. cer; employs a three-pronged, interdiscipli- Grand Master Herbert Silverstein; Grand nary approach that combines laboratory, Sec. Stanley Siflinger. The oldest Jewish clinical, and community cancer-control re- fraternal order in the U.S.; supports the search to advance the prevention, early de- State of Israel; fights anti-Semitism; helps tection, diagnosis, and treatment of the dis- Soviet Jewry. Maintains scholarship fund ease. Quarterly bulletin; annual report. for members and children of members, in- surance fund, and credit union; social func- AMERICAN JEWISH CORRECTIONAL CHAP- tions. Free Sons Reporter. LAINS ASSOCIATION, INC. (formerly NA- TIONAL COUNCIL OF JEWISH PRISON JEWISH LABOR BUND (Directed by WORLD CHAPLAINS) (1937). 10 E. 73 St., NYC COORDINATING COMMITTEE OF THE 10021^*194. (212)879-8415. FAX: (212)- BUND) (1897; reorg. 1947). 25 E. 21 St., 772-3977. (Cooperates with the New York NYC 10010. (212)475-0059. Exec. Sec. Board of Rabbis.) Pres. Rabbi Irving Kos- Benjamin Nadel. Coordinates activities of lowe; Exec. Off. Rabbi Moses A. Birn- Bund organizations throughout the world baum. Supports spiritual, moral, and social and represents them in the Socialist Inter- services for Jewish men and women in cor- national; spreads the ideas of socialism as rections; stimulates support of correctional formulated by the Jewish Labor Bund; chaplaincy; provides spiritual and profes- publishes books and periodicals on world sional fellowship for Jewish correctional problems, Jewish life, socialist theory and chaplains; promotes sound standards for policy, and on the history, activities, and correctional chaplaincy; schedules work- ideology of the Jewish Labor Bund. Unser shops and research to aid chaplains in Tsait (U.S.); Lebns-Fragn (Israel); Unser counseling and with religious services for Gedank (); Unser Shtimme Jewish inmates. Constituent, American (France). Correctional Chaplains Association. Chap- lains Manual. SEPHARDIC JEWISH BROTHERHOOD OF AMERICA, INC. (1915). 97-45 Queens AMERICAN JEWISH SOCIETY FOR SERVICE, Blvd., Rm. 610, Rego Park, NY 11374. INC. (1949). 15 E. 26 St., Rm. 1304, NYC (718)459-1600. Pres. Esther Toledo; Sec. 10010. (212)683-6178. Pres. Arthur Lif- Michael Cohen. A benevolent fraternal or- son; Exec. Dir. Elly Saltzman. Conducts ganization seeking to promote the indus- voluntary work-service camps each sum- trial, social, educational, and religious wel- mer to enable high-school juniors and sen- fare of its members. Sephardic Brother. iors to perform humanitarian service.

WORKMEN'S CIRCLE (1900). 45 E. 33 St., AMERICAN JEWISH WORLD SERVICE (1985). NYC 10016. (212)889-6800. FAX: (212)- 15 W. 26 St., 9th fl.,NY C 10010. (212)683- 532-7518. Pres. Harold Ostroff; Exec. Dir. 1161. FAX: (212)683-5187. Exec. Dir. An- Robert A. Kaplan. Provides fraternal ben- drew Griffel. Provides a Jewish vehicle for efits and activities, Jewish educational pro- responding, on a nonsectarian basis, to hun- grams, secularist Yiddish schools, and ger and poverty worldwide. Funds interna- summer camps; promotes public-affairs ac- tional sustainable, environmentally sound tivities in the U.S. on international and na- development projects and disaster relief; tional issues. Underwrites "Folksbiene" promotes awareness of these issues in the theater; sponsors Yiddish cultural, music, American Jewish community through vol- and theatrical festivals in U.S. and Canada. unteer groups located in major cities na- Workmen's Circle Call; Kultur un Leben; tionwide. AJWS Report (quarterly newslet- Horizons. ter). SOCIAL WELFARE ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH CENTER PROFES- SIONALS (1918). c/o JCC, 3505 Mayfield AMC CANCER RESEARCH CENTER (for- Rd., Cleveland Heights, OH 44118 (216)- merly JEWISH CONSUMPTIVES' RELIEF 382-4000. FAX: (216)382-5401. Pres. SOCIETY, 1904; incorporated as AMERI- Leonard S. Freedman; Exec. Sec. Paulette CAN MEDICAL CENTER AT DENVER, Buchler. Seeks to enhance the standards, 1954). 1600 Pierce St., Denver, CO 80214. techniques, practices, scope, and public un- (303)233-6501. Acting Dir. Thomas Kean; derstanding of Pres./CEO Bob R. Baker. A nationally and kindred agency work. Kesher. 560 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH COMMUNITY OR- B'NAI B'RITH (1843). 1640 Rhode Island GANIZATION PERSONNEL (AJCOP) Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20036. (202)- (1969). 1750 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 857-6600. FAX: (202)857-1099. Pres. 44115. (216)566-9200. FAX: (216)861- Kent E. Schiner; Exec. V.-Pres. Dr. Sidney 1230. Pres. Karl Zukerman; Exec. Dir. Clearfield. International Jewish organiza- Howard R. Berger. An organization of tion, with affiliates in 47 countries. Offers professionals engaged in areas of fund rais- programs designed to ensure the preserva- ing, endowments, budgeting, social plan- tion of Jewry and Judaism: Jewish educa- ning, financing, administration and coordi- tion, community volunteer service, expan- nation of services. Objectives are to sion of human rights, assistance to Israel, develop and enhance professional practices housing for the elderly, leadership training, in Jewish communal work; to maintain and rights of Soviet Jews and Jews of other improve standards, practices, scope and countries to emigrate and study their heri- public understanding of the field of com- tage. International Jewish Monthly. munity organization, as practiced through local federations, national agencies, other , ANTI-DEFAMATION LEAGUE OF organizations, settings, and private practi- (see p. 516) tioners. -, HILLEL FOUNDATIONS, INC. (see p. ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH FAMILY AND 539) CHILDREN'S AGENCIES (1972). 3084 State Hwy. 27, Suite 1; PO Box 248, Kendall , KLUTZNICK MUSEUM (see p. 520) Park, NJ 08824-0248. (908)821-0909; , YOUTH ORGANIZATION (see p. 539) (800)634-7346. FAX: (908)972-8705. Pres. Marc S. Salisch; Exec. Dir. Bert J. Gold- B'NAI B'RITH WOMEN (1897). 1828 L St., berg. The national service organization for NW, Suite 250, Washington, DC 20036. Jewish family and children's agencies in (202)857-1370. FAX:(2O2)857-138O. Canada and the U.S. Reinforces member Pres. Joan Kort; Exec. Dir. Elaine K. agencies in their efforts to sustain and en- Binder. Supports Jewish women in their hance the quality of Jewish family and families, in their communities, and in soci- communal life. Operates the Elder Support ety. Offers programs that contribute to Network for the National Jewish Commu- preservation of Jewish life and values; sup- nity. Bulletin (bimonthly); Directory; Pro- ports treatment of emotionally disturbed fessional Opportunities Bulletin; Resettle- children in BBW Residential Treatment ment Bulletin (monthly). Center in Israel; advocates for Israel and for family issues. Women's World. ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH FAMILY AND CHILDREN'S AGENCY PROFESSIONALS CITY OF HOPE NATIONAL MEDICAL CEN- (1965). c/o NY ANA, 17 Battery PI., NYC TER AND BECKMAN RESEARCH INSTI- 10004. (212)425-2900. FAX: (212)344- TUTE (1913). 1500 E. Duarte Rd., Duarte, 1621. Pres. Mark Handelman. Brings to- CA91010. (818)359-8111. Pres. and Chief gether Jewish caseworkers and related pro- Exec. Off. Dr. Sanford M. Shapero; Bd. fessionals in Jewish family, children's, and Chmn. Richard Ziman. Offers care to health services. Seeks to improve personnel those with cancer and major diseases, med- standards, further Jewish continuity and ical consultation service for second opin- identity, and strengthen Jewish family life; ions, and pilot research programs in genet- provides forums for professional discus- ics, immunology, and the basic life process. sion at national conference of Jewish com- City News; City of Hope Cancer Center Re- munal service and regional meetings; takes port. action on social-policy issues. Newsletter. CONFERENCE OF JEWISH COMMUNAL SER- BARON DE HIRSCH FUND (1891). 130 E. 59 VICE (see Jewish Communal Service Asso- St., NYC 10022. (212)836-1358. FAX: ciation of N. America) (212)888-7538. Pres. Francis F. Rosen- baum, Jr.; Mng. Dir. Lauren Katzowitz. COUNCIL OF JEWISH FEDERATIONS, INC. Aids Jewish immigrants and their children (1932). 730 Broadway, NYC 10003. (212)- in the U.S. and Israel by giving grants to 475-5000. Pres. Charles H. Goodman; agencies active in educational and voca- Exec. V.-Pres. Martin Kraar. Provides na- tional fields; has limited program for study tional and regional services to more than tours in U.S. by Israeli agriculturists. 200 associated federations embracing 800 NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 561

communities in the U.S. and Canada, aid- blind, visually impaired, and reading-dis- ing in fund raising, community organiza- abled; offers counseling for full integration tion, health and welfare planning, person- into the life of the Jewish community. nel recruitment, and public relations. Comprehensive braille and talking-book li- Directory of Jewish Federations, Welfare brary on Judaic topics; many titles in large Funds and Community Councils; Directory print. Jewish Braille Review; JBI Voice. of Jewish Health and Welfare Agencies (bi- ennial); What's New in Federations; News- JEWISH COMMUNAL SERVICE ASSOCIATION briefs; annual report. OF N. AMERICA (1899; formerly CONFER- ENCE OF JEWISH COMMUNAL SERVICE). HOPE CENTER FOR THE DEVELOPMEN- 3084 State Hwy. 27, Suite 9, Kendall Park, TALLY DISABLED (1965). 3400 Elizabeth, NJ 08824-1657. (908)821-1871. FAX: Denver, CO 80205. (303)388-4801. Bd. (908)821-5335. Pres. Ronald I. Coun; Chmn. Albert Cohen; Exec. Dir. George Exec. Dir. Joel OUander. Serves as forum E. Brantley; Sec. Helen Fonda. Provides for all professional philosophies in commu- services to developmentally disabled of nity service, for testing new experiences, community: preschool training, day train- proposing new ideas, and questioning or ing and work activities center, speech and reaffirming old concepts; umbrella organi- language pathology, occupational arts and zation for seven major Jewish communal crafts, recreational therapy, and social ser- service groups. Concerned with advance- vices. ment of professional personnel practices and standards. Concurrents; Journal of INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH Jewish Communal Service. VOCATIONAL SERVICES (formerly JEWISH JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTERS ASSOCIA- OCCUPATIONAL COUNCIL) (1939). 101 TION OF NORTH AMERICA (1917; formerly Gary Court, Staten Island, NY 10314. JWB). 15 E. 26 St., NYC 10010-1579. (718)370-0437. FAX: (718)370-1778. Pres. (212)532^1949. FAX: (212)481^174. Pres. Burton H. Olin; Exec. Dir. Richard M. Lester Pollack; Exec. V.-Pres. Arthur Rot- Africk. Coordinating body of vocational man. Central leadership agency for 275 and family-service agencies whose purpose Jewish community centers, YM-YWHAs, is to support affiliated members, volunteers, and camps in the U.S. and Canada, serving and professional leaders in their service to over one million Jews. Provides a variety of the Jewish and general community. consulting services and staff training pro- INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL ON JEWISH SO- grams to member centers, as well as infor- CIAL AND WELFARE SERVICES (1961). c/o mal Jewish educational and cultural expe- American Jewish Joint Distribution Com- riences through Jewish Book and Music mittee, 711 Third Ave., NYC 10017. (NY Councils and JCC Association Lecture Bu- liaison office with UN headquarters.) reau and many projects related to Israel. (212)687-6200. Chmn. The Hon. L.H.L. U.S. government-accredited agency for the Cohen; Exec. Sec. Cheryl Mariner. Pro- religious, Jewish educational, and recrea- vides for exchange of views and informa- tional needs of Jewish military personnel, tion among member agencies on problems their families, and hospitalized VA pa- of Jewish social and welfare services, in- tients through JWB Jewish Chaplains cluding medical care, old age, welfare, Council. Circle; Briefing; Zarkor; Person- child care, rehabilitation, technical assist- nel Reporter. ance, vocational training, agricultural and other resettlement, economic assistance, , JEWISH BOOK COUNCIL (see p. 522) refugees, migration, integration and re- -, JEWISH MUSIC COUNCIL (see p. lated problems, representation of views to 522) governments and international organiza- tions. Members: six national and interna- , JWB JEWISH CHAPLAINS COUNCIL tional organizations. (formerly COMMISSION ON JEWISH CHAP- LAINCY) (1940). 15 E. 26 St., NYC 10010- JEWISH BRAILLE INSTITUTE OF AMERICA, 1579. Chmn. Rabbi Abraham Avrech; Dir. INC. (1931). 110 E. 30 St., NYC 10016. Rabbi David Lapp. Recruits, endorses, and (212)889-2525. FAX: (212)689-3692. serves Jewish military and Veterans Ad- Pres. Dr. Jane Evans; Exec. V.-Pres. Ger- ministration chaplains on behalf of the ald M. Kass. Provides Judaic materials in American Jewish community and the braille, talking books, and large print for major rabbinic bodies; trains and assists 562 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

Jewish lay leaders where there are no chap- NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH FAM- lains, for service to Jewish military person- ILY, CHILDREN'S AND HEALTH PROFES- nel, their families, and hospitalized veter- SIONALS {see Association of Jewish Family ans. CHAPLINES newsletter. and Children's Agency Professionals)

-, LECTURE BUREAU {see p. 521) NATIONAL CONGRESS OF JEWISH DEAF (1956; inc. 1961). c/o Dr. Barbara Boyd, JEWISH CONCILIATION BOARD OF AMER- Temple Beth Solomon of the Deaf, 13580 ICA, INC. (A DIVISION OF THE JEWISH Osborne St., Arleta, CA 91331. Pres. Dr. BOARD OF FAMILY AND CHILDREN'S Barbara Boyd. Congress of Jewish congre- SERVICES) (1920). 120 W. 57 St., NYC gations, service organizations, and associa- 10019. (212)582-9100. FAX: (212)245- tions located throughout the U.S. and Can- 2096. Pres. Fredric W. Yerman; Exec. ada, advocating religious spirit and V.-Pres. Dr. Alan B. Siskind. Offers dis- cultural ideals and fellowship for the Jew- pute-resolution services to families, in- ish deaf. Affiliated with World Organiza- dividuals, and organizations. Social-work, tion of Jewish Deaf. Publishes Signs of Ju- rabbinic, and legal expertise are available daism, a guide to sign language of Judaism. for family and divorce mediation and ar- NCJD Quarterly; Jewish Deaf Trivia. bitration. Fee—sliding scale. NATIONAL COUNCIL OF JEWISH PRISON JEWISH FUND FOR JUSTICE (1984). 920 CHAPLAINS, INC. {see American Jewish Broadway, Suite 605, NYC 10010. (212)- Correctional Chaplains Association, Inc.) 677-7080. Bd. Chmn. Lawrence S. Levine; Exec. Dir. Marlene Provizer. A national NATIONAL COUNCIL OF JEWISH WOMEN grant-making foundation supporting ef- (1893). 53 W. 23 St., NYC 10010. (212)- forts to combat the root causes of poverty 645-4048. Pres. Joan Bronk; Exec. Dir. in the U.S. Provides diverse opportunities Iris Gross. Furthers human welfare for individual, family, and synagogue in- through program of community service, volvement through memorial, youth en- education, advocacy for children and dowment, and synagogue challenge funds; youth, aging, women's issues, constitu- works cooperatively with other denomina- tional rights, Jewish life and Israel. Pro- tional funders and philanthropies promot- motes education for the disadvantaged in ing social and economic justice. Newsletter; Israel through the NCJW Research Insti- Five-Year Report. tute for Innovation in Education at He- brew University, Jerusalem. Promotes wel- JWB {see Jewish Community Centers Asso- fare of children in U.S. through Center for ciation of North America) the Child. NCJW Journal; Washington Newsletter. LEVI HOSPITAL (sponsored by B'nai B'rith) (1914). 300 Prospect Ave., Hot Springs, NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR JEWISH HOSPICE AR 71902. (501)624-1281. FAX: (501)- (1985). 8723 Alden Drive, Suite 652, Los 622-3500. Pres. Steven Kirsch; Admin. Angeles, CA 90048. (213) HOSPICE. Patrick G. McCabe. Offers arthritis treat- Pres. Rabbi Maurice Lamm; Exec. Dir. ment, stroke rehabilitation, orthopedic re- Levana Lev. Serves as a national Jewish habilitation, Levi Life Center, a hospice hospice resource center. Through confer- program, and a work capacity center. ences, research, publications, video train- Quarterly newsletter. ing courses, referral, and counseling ser- vices offers guidance, training, and MAZON: A JEWISH RESPONSE TO HUNGER information to patients, family members, (1985). 2940 Westwood Blvd., Suite 7, Los clergy of all faiths, professional caregivers, Angeles, CA 90064. (213)470-7769. FAX: and volunteers who work with seriously ill (213)470-6736. Bd. Chmn. Lee H. Javitch; Jews. Jewish Hospice Times. Exec. Dir. Irving Cramer. Raises funds by asking American Jews to contribute a sug- NATIONAL JEWISH CENTER FOR IMMUNOL- gested amount of 3% of the cost of life- OGY AND RESPIRATORY MEDICINE (for- cycle celebrations; funds are granted to merly NATIONAL JEWISH HOSPITAL/NA- nonprofit organizations in the U.S. and TIONAL ASTHMA CENTER) (1899). 1400 abroad that work to alleviate hunger, mal- Jackson St., Denver, CO 80206. (800)222- nutrition, and poverty. 1991 grants totaled LUNG. Pres. Leonard M. Perlmutter; Bd. $1.28 million. Mazon Newsletter. Chmn. Joseph Davis. Seeks to discover and NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 563

disseminate knowledge that will prevent AMERICAN JEWISH PRESS ASSOCIATION the occurrence of respiratory, allergic, and (Cultural) immunologic disorders and to develop im- proved clinical programs for those already AMERICAN JEWISH PUBLIC RELATIONS SO- afflicted. New Direction (quarterly); Lung CIETY (1957). 234 Fifth Ave., NYC 10001. Line Letter (quarterly); Medical Scientific (212)697-5895. Pres. Henry R. Hecker; Update. Treas. Hyman Brickman. Advances pro- fessional status of workers in the public- NORTH AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF JEW- relations field in Jewish communal service; ISH HOMES AND HOUSING FOR THE upholds a professional code of ethics and AGING (1960). 10830 North Central Ex- standards; serves as a clearinghouse for pressway, Suite 150, Dallas, TX 75231- employment opportunities; exchanges pro- 1022. (214)696-9838. FAX:(214)360- fessional information and ideas; presents 0753. Pres. Bonnie G. Fass; Exec. V.-Pres. awards for excellence in professional at- Dr. Herbert Shore. Represents a commu- tainments, including the "Maggid Award" nity of not-for-profit charitable homes and for outstanding achievement which en- housing for the Jewish aging; promotes ex- hances Jewish life. AJPRS Newsletter; cellence in performance and quality of ser- AJPRS Directory. vice through fostering communication and education and encouraging advocacy for ASSOCIATION OF HILLEL/JEWISH CAMPUS the aging; conducts annual conferences PROFESSIONALS (Religious, Educational) and institutes. Perspectives (newsletter); Di- rectory; Membership Handbook. ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH CENTER PROFES- SIONALS (Social Welfare) UNITED ORDER TRUE SISTERS, INC. (UOTS) (1846). 212 Fifth Ave., NYC ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH COMMUNITY OR- 10010. (212)679-6790. Pres. Laurette Blu- GANIZATION PERSONNEL (Social Welfare) menkrantz; Exec. Admin. Dorothy B. Giu- riceo. Charitable, community service, espe- ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH COMMUNITY RE- cially home supplies etc. for indigent LATIONS WORKERS (Community Rela- cancer victims; supports camps for chil- tions) dren with cancer. Echo. CANTORS ASSEMBLY (Religious, Educa- WORLD CONFEDERATION OF JEWISH COM- tional) MUNITY CENTERS (1947; reorg. 1977). 12 CENTRAL CONFERENCE OF AMERICAN Hess St., Jerusalem, Israel 94185. 2-251- RABBIS (Religious, Educational) 265. FAX: 2-247-767. Pres. Leonard Rubin; Exec. Dir. Menachem Revivi. COUNCIL OF JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS IN Composed of national center movements CIVIL SERVICE (Community Relations) in Europe, Israel, Latin America, and North America; seeks to strengthen coop- INTERNATIONAL JEWISH MEDIA ASSOCIA- eration among center associations and in- TION (Cultural) dividual centers; provides programs to en- JEWISH CHAPLAINS COUNCIL, JWB (Social hance Jewish educational opportunities for Welfare) lay leaders of centers and professional staffs. Bamerkaz. JEWISH COMMUNAL SERVICE ASSOCIATION OF N. AMERICA (Social Welfare) PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS* JEWISH EDUCATORS ASSEMBLY, UNITED AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF RABBIS (Reli- SYNAGOGUE OF AMERICA (Religious, gious, Educational) Educational) AMERICAN CONFERENCE OF CANTORS, JEWISH MINISTERS CANTORS ASSOCIATION UNION OF AMERICAN HEBREW CONGRE- OF AMERICA, INC. (Religious, Educa- GATIONS (Religious, Educational) tional) AMERICAN JEWISH CORRECTIONAL CHAP- JEWISH TEACHERS ASSOCIATION—MORIM LAINS ASSOCIATION, INC. (Social Welfare) (Religious, Educational)

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NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF HEBREW DAY NA'AMAT USA, the Women's Labor Zionist SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS, TORAH Organization of America (Israel-Related) UMESORAH (Religious, Educational) NATIONAL COUNCIL OF JEWISH WOMEN NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SYNAGOGUE (Social Welfare) ADMINISTRATORS, UNITED SYNAGOGUE NATIONAL FEDERATION OF TEMPLE SIS- OF AMERICA (Religious, Educational) TERHOODS, UNION OF AMERICAN HE- NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF TEMPLE AD- BREW CONGREGATIONS (Religious, Edu- MINISTRATORS, UNION OF AMERICAN cational) HEBREW CONGREGATIONS (Religious, UOTS (Social Welfare) Educational) WOMEN'S AMERICAN ORT, AMERICAN NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF TEMPLE ORT FEDERATION (Overseas Aid) EDUCATORS, UNION OF AMERICAN HE- WOMEN'S BRANCH OF THE UNION OF OR- BREW CONGREGATIONS (Religious, Edu- THODOX JEWISH CONGREGATIONS OF cational) AMERICA (Religious, Educational) NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF YESHIVA PRIN- WOMEN'S DIVISION OF POALE AGUDATH CIPALS, TORAH UMESORAH (Religious, ISRAEL OF AMERICA (Israel-Related) Educational) WOMEN'S DIVISION OF THE JEWISH LABOR RABBINICAL ASSEMBLY (Religious, Educa- COMMITTEE (Community Relations) tional) WOMEN'S DIVISION OF THE UNITED JEWISH RABBINICAL COUNCIL OF AMERICA (Reli- APPEAL (Overseas Aid) gious, Educational) WOMEN'S LEAGUE FOR CONSERVATIVE JU- DAISM (Religious, Educational) RECONSTRUCTIONS RABBINICAL ASSOCI- ATION, JEWISH RECONSTRUCTIONIST WOMEN'S LEAGUE FOR ISRAEL, INC. (Israel- FOUNDATION (Religious, Educational) Related) UNION OF ORTHODOX RABBIS OF THE U.S. WOMEN'S ORGANIZATION, YESHIVA UNI- AND CANADA (Religious, Educational) VERSITY (Religious, Educational) WORLD CONFERENCE OF JEWISH COMMU- YOUTH AND STUDENT NAL SERVICE (Community Relations) ORGANIZATIONS* WOMEN'S ORGANIZATIONS* AGUDATH ISRAEL OF AMERICA (Religious, Educational) AMIT WOMEN (Israel-Related) AMERICAN ZIONIST YOUTH FOUNDATION B'NAI B'RITH WOMEN (Social Welfare) (Israel-Related) BRANDEIS UNIVERSITY NATIONAL B'NAI B'RITH HlLLEL FOUNDATIONS (Reli- WOMEN'S COMMITTEE (1948). PO Box gious, Educational) 9110, Waltham, MA 02254-9110. (617)- B'NAI B'RITH YOUTH ORGANIZATION (Reli- 736^160. FAX: (212)736-4183. Natl. gious, Educational) Pres. Marsha Stoller; Exec. Dir. Harriet J. Winer. Provides financial support for the BNEI AKIVA OF NORTH AMERICA, RELI- Brandeis Libraries and works to enhance GIOUS ZIONISTS OF AMERICA (Israel-Re- the image of Brandeis, a Jewish-sponsored, lated) nonsectarian university. Offers its mem- bers opportunity for intellectual pursuit, HABONIM-DROR NORTH AMERICA (Israel- continuing education, community service, Related) social interaction, personal enrichment, HASHOMER HATZAIR, SOCIALIST ZIONIST and leadership development. Imprint. YOUTH MOVEMENT (Israel-Related) HADASSAH, THE WOMEN'S ZIONIST ORGA- KADIMA, UNITED SYNAGOGUE OF AMER- NIZATION OF AMERICA (Israel-Related) ICA (Religious, Educational)

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NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF SYNAGOGUE young adults; sponsors Yiddish-speaking YOUTH, UNION OF ORTHODOX JEWISH preschool for non-Orthodox children; dis- CONGREGATIONS OF AMERICA (Religious, seminates new Yiddish teaching materials. Educational) Yugntruf. NATIONAL JEWISH COMMITTEE ON SCOUT- CANADA ING (Religious, Educational) B'NAI BRITH CANADA (1875). 15 Hove St., NATIONAL JEWISH GIRL SCOUT COMMIT- Downsview, ONT M3H 4Y8. (416)633- TEE (Religious, Educational) 6224. FAX: (416)630-2159. Pres. Marilyn Weinberg; Exec. V.-Pres. Frank Dimant. NOAM-MIZRACHI NEW LEADERSHIP Canadian Jewry's senior organization; COUNCIL, RELIGIOUS ZIONISTS OF AMER- makes representations to all levels of gov- ICA (Israel-Related) ernment on matters of Jewish concern; promotes humanitarian causes and educa- NORTH AMERICAN FEDERATION OF TEM- tional programs, community volunteer PLE YOUTH, UNION OF AMERICAN HE- projects, adult Jewish education, and lead- BREW CONGREGATIONS (Religious, Edu- ership development; dedicated to human cational) rights. Covenant Newspaper. NORTH AMERICAN JEWISH STUDENTS AP- PEAL (1971). 165 Pidgeon Hill Rd., Hunt- , INSTITUTE FOR INTERNATIONAL ington Station, NY 11746-9998. (516)385- AND GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS (1987). 15 8771. FAX: (516)385-8772. Pres. Seth Hove St., Downsview, ONT M3H4YB. Kamil; Chmn. Magda S. Leuchter; Exec. (416)633-6224. FAX: (416)630-2159. Dir. Brenda Gevertz. Serves as central Natl. Chmn. Brian Morris; Natl. Dir. Paul fund-raising mechanism for six national, Marcus. Identifies and protests the abuse independent Jewish student organizations; of human rights throughout the world. ensures accountability of public Jewish Monitors the condition of Jewish commu- communal funds used by these agencies; nities worldwide and advocates on their assists Jewish students undertaking pro- behalf when they experience serious viola- jects of concern to Jewish communities; ad- tions of their human rights. Comment. vises and assists Jewish organizations in , LEAGUE FOR HUMAN RIGHTS determining student project feasibility and (1970). 15 Hove St., Downsview, ONT impact; fosters development of Jewish stu- M3H 4Y8. (416)633-6227. FAX: (416)- dent leadership in the Jewish community. 630-2159. Natl. Chmn. Prof. Stephen Beneficiaries include local and regional Scheinberg; Natl. Dir. Dr. Karen Mock. A Jewish student projects; current constitu- national volunteer association dedicated to ents include Jewish Student Press Service, combatting racism and bigotry. Objectives Student Struggle for Soviet Jewry, Re- include human rights for all Canadians, sponse Magazine, Yugntruf Youth for Yid- improved inter-community relations, and dish, Progressive Zionist Caucus, and the the elimination of racial discrimination newest constituent, Project Orchim for and anti-Semitism. Conducts eduational outreach on campus. programs, engages in community action, and provides legal advice and action. Ca- STUDENT STRUGGLE FOR SOVIET JEWRY nadian distributor of ADL material; Re- (Community Relations) view of Anti-Semitism; Annual Audit of Anti-Semitic Incidents. YOUNG JUDAEA/HASHACHAR, HADASSAH (Israel-Related) CANADIAN ASSOCIATION FOR LABOR IS- RAEL (HISTADRUT) (1944). 7005 Kildare YUGNTRUF YOUTH FOR YIDDISH (1964). Rd., Suite 14, Cote St. Luc, PQ H4W 200 W. 72 St., Suite 40, NYC 10023. (212)- 1C1. (514)484-9430. FAX: (514)487- 787-6675. Cochmn. David Braun, Itzek 6727. Pres. Harry J. F. Bloomfiejd. Con- Gottesman; Editor Gitl Schaechter-Vis- ducts fund-raising and educational activi- wanath. A worldwide, nonpolitical organi- ties on behalf of Histadrut, Kupat Holim, zation for high school and college students and Amal schools in Israel. with a knowledge of, or interest in, Yid- dish. Spreads the love and use of the Yid- CANADIAN FOUNDATION FOR JEWISH CUL- dish language; organizes artistic and social TURE (1965). 4600 Bathurst St., Willow- activities, including annual conference for dale, ONT M2R 3V2. (416)635-2883. 566 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

Pres. Mira Koschitzky; Exec. Sec. Ed- students learn a wide range of marketable mond Y. Lipsitz. Promotes Jewish studies skills, including the most advanced high- at university level and encourages original tech professions. Focus Magazine. research and scholarship in Jewish sub- CANADIAN YOUNG JUDAEA (1917). 788 jects; awards annual scholarships and Marlee Ave., Suite 205, Toronto, ONT grants-in-aid to scholars in Canada. M6B 3K1. (416)781-5156. FAX: (416)- CANADIAN FRIENDS OF THE ALLIANCE IS- 787-3100. Natl. Exec. Dir. Risa Epstein- RAELITE UNIVERSELLE (1958). PO Box Gamliel; Natl. Shaliach Shmuel Levko- 578, Victoria Station, Montreal, PQ H3Z witz. Strives to attract Jewish youth to 2Y6. (514)481-3552. Pres. Joseph Nuss. Zionism, with goal of aliyah; educates Supports the educational work of the Alli- youth about Jewish history and Zionism; ance. prepares them to provide leadership in Young Judaea camps in Canada and Israel CANADIAN FRIENDS OF.THE HEBREW UNI- and to be concerned Jews. The Judaean. VERSITY (1944). 3080 Yonge St., Suite 5024, Toronto, ONT M4N 3P4. (416)485- CANADIAN ZIONIST FEDERATION (1967). 8000. FAX: (416)485-8565. Pres. J. Ste- 5250 Decarie Blvd., Suite 550, Montreal, phen Lipper; Exec. V.-Pres. Shimon Arbel. PQ H3X 2H9. (514)486-9526. FAX: Represents the Hebrew University of Jeru- (514)483-6392. Pres. Kurt Rothschild. salem in Canada; serves as fund-raising Umbrella organization of all Zionist and arm for the university in Canada; accepts Israel-related groups in Canada; carries on Canadians for study at the university; major activities in all areas of Jewish life sponsors educational programs. Dateline through its departments of education and Jerusalem. culture, aliyah, youth and students, public affairs, and fund raising, for the purpose of CANADIAN JEWISH CONGRESS (1919; reorg. strengthening the State of Israel and the 1934). 1590 Dr. Penfield Ave., Montreal, Canadian Jewish community. Canadian PQ H3G 1C5. (514)931-7531. FAX: Zionist. (514)931-0548. Pres. Les Scheininger; Exec. V.-Pres. Alan Rose. The official , BUREAU OF EDUCATION AND CUL- voice of Canadian Jewish communities at TURE (1972). Pres. Kurt Rothschild. Pro- home and abroad; acts on all matters af- vides counseling by pedagogic experts, in- fecting the status, rights, concerns and wel- service teacher-training courses and fare of Canadian Jewry; internationally ac- seminars in Canada and Israel; national tive on behalf of Soviet Jewry, Jews in Arab pedagogic council and research center; dis- lands, Holocaust remembrance and resti- tributes educational material and teaching tution; largest Jewish archives in Canada. aids; conducts annual Bible contest and National Small Communities Newsletter; Hebrew-language courses for adults. Intercom; Ottawa Digest; National Soviet Jewry Newsletter; National Archives News- FRIENDS OF PIONEERING ISRAEL (1950S). letter; regional newsletters. 1111 Finch Ave. W., Suite 154, Downs- view, ONT M3J 2E5 (416)736-1339. Pres. CANADIAN ORT ORGANIZATION (Organi- Joseph Podemsky. Acts as a voice of So- zation of Rehabilitation Through Train- cialist and Zionist points of view within the ing) (1942). 5165 Sherbrooke St. W., Suite Jewish community and a focal point for 208, Montreal, PQ H4A 1T6. (514)481- progressive Zionist elements in Canada; 2787. Pres. Bernard Gross; Exec. Dir. Mac Canadian representative of Mapam; affil- Silver. Carries on fund-raising projects in iated with Hashomer-Hatzair and the support of the worldwide vocational-train- Givat Haviva Education Foundation. ing-school network of ORT. ORT Re- porter. HADASSAH—WIZO ORGANIZATION OF CANADA (1917). 1310 Greene Ave., Suite , WOMEN'S CANADIAN ORT. (1948). 900, Montreal, PQ H3Z 2B8. (514)937- 3101 Bathurst St., Suite 604, Toronto, 9431. FAX: (514)933-6483. Natl. Pres. Es- ONT M6A 2A6. (416)787-0339. Natl. ther Matlow; Exec. V.-Pres. Lily Frank. Pres. Lydia London; Natl. Exec. Dir. Extends material and moral support to the Diane Uslaner. Chapters in 11 Canadian people of Israel requiring such assistance; cities raise funds for ORT's nonprofit strengthens and fosters Jewish ideals; en- global network of schools where Jewish courages Hebrew culture in Canada and NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 567

promotes Canadian ideals of democracy. 630-7575. Natl. Pres. Kurt Rothschild; Orah Magazine. Natl. Exec. V.-Pres. Rabbi Menachem Gopin. Promotes religious Zionism, aimed JEWISH IMMIGRANT AID SERVICES OF CAN- at making Israel a state based on Torah; ADA (HAS) (1919). 5151 Cote Ste. Cather- maintains Bnei Akiva, a summer camp, ine Rd., Suite 220, Montreal, PQ H3W adult education program, and touring de- 1M6. (514)342-9351. FAX: (514)342- partment; supports Mizrachi-Hapoel 8452. Pres. Robert Kleinman; Exec. Dir. Hamizrachi and other religious Zionist in- Joel Moss. Serves as a national agency for stitutions in Israel which strengthen tradi- immigration and immigrant welfare. JIAS tional Judaism. Mizrachi Newsletter; Or Bulletin. Hamizrach Torah Quarterly. JEWISH NATIONAL FUND OF CANADA (KEREN KAYEMETH LE'ISRAEL, INC.) NATIONAL COUNCIL OF JEWISH WOMEN OF (1901). 1980 Sherbrooke St. W., Suite 500, CANADA (1897). 1110 Finch Ave. W., Montreal, PQ H3H 1E8. (514)934-0313. #518, Downsview, ONT M3J 2T2. (416)- Pres. Allan Posluns; Exec. V.-Pres. Morris 665-8251. Pres. Gloria Strom; Exec. Dir. Zilka. Fund-raising organization affiliated Eleanor Appleby. Dedicated to furthering with the World Zionist Organization; in- human welfare in Jewish and non-Jewish volved in afforestation, soil reclamation, communities, locally, nationally, and inter- and development of the land of Israel, in- nationally; provides essential services and cluding the construction of roads and stimulates and educates the individual and preparation of sites for new settlements; the community through an integrated pro- provides educational materials and pro- gram of education, service, and social ac- grams to Jewish schools across Canada. tion. New Edition.

LABOR ZIONIST ALLIANCE OF CANADA NATIONAL JOINT COMMUNITY RELATIONS (1909). 7005 Kildare Rd., Suite 10, Cote COMMITTEE OF CANADIAN JEWISH CON- St. Luc, PQ H3W 1C1. (514)484-1789. GRESS (1936). 4600 Bathurst St., Willow- FAX: (514)487-6727. Pres. David Kofsky; dale, ONTM2R3V2. (416)635-2883. FAX: Chmn. Toronto City Committee Harry (416)635-1408. Chmn. Joseph J. Wilder; Weinstock; Chmn. Montreal City Com- Exec. Dir. Manuel Prutschi. Seeks to safe- mittee Harry Froimovitch. Associated guard the status, rights, and welfare of with the World Labor Zionist movement Jews in Canada; to combat anti-Semitism and allied with the Israel Labor party. Pro- and promote understanding and goodwill vides recreational and cultural programs, among all ethnic and religious groups. mutual aid, and fraternal care to enhance the social welfare of its membership; ac- STATE OF ISRAEL BONDS (CANADA-ISRAEL tively promotes Zionist education, cultural SECURITIES, LTD.) (1953). 1255 Univer- projects, and forums on aspects of Jewish sity St., Suite 200, Montreal, PQ H3B 3B2. and Canadian concern. (514)878-1871. FAX: (514)874-7693. Pres. Alex Grossman; Bd. Chmn. and MIZRACHI-HAPOEL HAMIZRACHI ORGANI- CEO Melvyn A. Dobrin. Mobilizes pro- ZATION OF CANADA (1941). 159 Almore ductive investment capital for the eco- Ave., Downsview, ONT M3H 2H9. (416)- nomic development of the State of Israel. Jewish Federations, Welfare Funds, Community Councils

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ALABAMA (602)577-9393. FAX: (602)577-0734. Pres. Harold Greenberg; Exec. V.-Pres. Richard BIRMINGHAM Fruchter. BIRMINGHAM (1936; reorg. 1971); PO Box 130219 (35213); (205)- ARKANSAS 879-0416. FAX: (205)879-0466. Pres. LITTLE ROCK Steven Brickman; Exec. Dir. Richard Fried- JEWISH FEDERATION OF ARKANSAS (1911); man. 4942 W. Markham, Suite 5 (72205); (501)- MOBILE 663-3571. Pres. Dr. George Wolff; Exec. Dir. Ariel Barak Imber. MOBILE JEWISH WELFARE FUND, INC. (inc. 1966); One Office Park, Suite 219 (36609); CALIFORNIA (205)343-7197. Pres. Nancy Silverboard; Admin. Barbara V. Paper. LONG BEACH JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER LONG MONTGOMERY BEACH AND W. ORANGE COUNTY (1937; JEWISH FEDERATION OF MONTGOMERY, inc. 1946); 3801 E. Willow St. (90815); (213)- INC. (1930); PO Box 20058 (36120); (205)- 426-7601. FAX: (213)424-3915. Pres. Mor- 277-5820. Pres. Jake Mendel; Exec. Dir. ton Stuhlbarg; Exec. Dir. Sandi Goldstein. Beverly Lipton. LOS ANGELES ARIZONA JEWISH FEDERATION COUNCIL OF GREATER LOS ANGELES (1912; reorg. 1959); PHOENIX 6505 Wilshire Blvd. (90048); (213)852-1234. JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER PHOE- FAX: (213)655^458. Pres. David Finegood; NIX (1940); 32 W. Coolidge, Suite 200 Acting Exec. V.-Pres. Merv Lemmerman. (85013); (602)274-1800. FAX: (602)266- 7875. Pres. Leonard Miller; Exec. Dir. Har- OAKLAND old Morgan. JEWISH FEDERATION OF THE GREATER EAST BAY (Alameda and Contra Costa Coun- TUCSON ties) (1918); 401 Grand Ave. (94610); (415)- JEWISH FEDERATION OF SOUTHERN ARI- 839-2900. FAX: (415)839-3996. Pres. Dr. ZONA (1942); 3822 East River Rd. (85718); Miles Adler; Exec. V.-Pres. Ami Nahshon.

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ORANGE COUNTY CONNECTICUT JEWISH FEDERATION OF ORANGE COUNTY (1964; inc. 1965); 1385 Warner Ave., Suite. BRIDGEPORT A, Tustin (92680-6442); (714)259-0655. JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER BRIDGE- FAX: (714)259-1635. Pres. William Shane; PORT, INC. (1936; reorg. 1981); 4200 Park Exec. Dir. Edward Cushman. Ave. (06604); (203)372-6504. FAX: (203)- 374-0770. Pres. Selig Danzig; Exec. Dir. PALM SPRINGS Gerald A. Kleinman. JEWISH FEDERATION OF PALM SPRINGS (1971); 255 El Cielo N., Suite 430 (92262); DANBURY (619)325-7281. Pres. Jim Horvitz; Exec. Dir. JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER DAN- Irving Ginsberg. BURY (1945); 39 Mill Plain Rd., Suite 4 (06811); (203)792-6353. Pres. Jean Welling- SACRAMENTO ton; Exec. Dir. Sharon Garelick. JEWISH FEDERATION OF SACRAMENTO (1948); PO Box 254589 (95865); (916)486- EASTERN CONNECTICUT 0906. FAX: (916)486-0816. Pres. Barbara JEWISH FEDERATION OF EASTERN CON- Ansel; Exec. Dir. Arnold Feder. NECTICUT, INC. (1950; inc. 1970); 28 Chan- SAN DIEGO ning St., PO Box 1468, New London (06320); (203)442-8062. FAX: (203)444-0759. Pres. UNITED JEWISH FEDERATION OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY (1936); 4797 Mercury St. Reuben Levin; Exec. Dir. Jerome E. Fischer. (92111-2102); (619)571-3444. FAX: (619)- GREENWICH 571-0701. Pres. Murray L. Galinson; Exec. V. Pres. Stephen M. Abramson. GREENWICH JEWISH FEDERATION (1956); 600 W. Putnam Ave. (06830); (203)622- SAN FRANCISCO 1434. FAX: (203)622-1237. Pres. Paula JEWISH COMMUNITY FEDERATION OF SAN Lustbader; Interim Exec. Dir. Sol Margulies. FRANCISCO, THE PENINSULA, MARIN, AND HARTFORD SONOMA COUNTIES (1910; reorg. 1955); 121 Steuart St. (94105); (415)777-0411. FAX: GREATER HARTFORD JEWISH FEDERATION (415)495-6635. Pres. Donald Seiler; Exec. (1945); 333 Bloomfield Ave., W. Hartford Dir. Wayne Feinstein. (06117); (203)232-4483. FAX: (203)232- 5221. Pres. Robert Siskin; Exec. Dir. Don SAN JOSE Cooper. JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER SAN JOSE (incl. Santa Clara County except Palo NEW HAVEN Alto and Los Altos) (1930; reorg. 1950); NEW HAVEN JEWISH FEDERATION (1928); 14855 Oka Rd., Los Gatos (95030); (408)- 419 Whalley Ave. (06511); (203)562-2137. 358-3C33. FAX: (408)356-0733. Pres. Bernie FAX: (203)787-3241. Pres. Stephen Saltz- Kotansky; Exec. Dir. Paul Ellenbogen. man; Exec. Dir. Jay Rubin. SANTA BARBARA NORWALK SANTA BARBARA JEWISH FEDERATION (See Westport) (1974); 104 W. Anapamu, Suite A. Mailing Address: PO Box 90110, Santa Barbara STAMFORD (93190); (805)963-0244. FAX: (805)569- UNITED JEWISH FEDERATION (inc. 1973); 5052. Pres. Steven A. Amerikaner; Exec. Dir. 1035 Newfield Ave., PO Box 3038 (06905); Barbara Zonen. (203)322-6935. FAX: (203)322-3277. Pres. COLORADO Benson Zinbarg; Exec. Dir. Sheila L. Romanowitz. DENVER WATERBURY ALLIED JEWISH FEDERATION OF DENVER (1936); 300 S. Dahlia St. (80222); (303)321- JEWISH FEDERATION OF WATERBURY, INC. 3399. FAX: (303)322-8328. Pres. Stanton (1938); 359 Cooke St. (06710); (203)756- D. Rosenbaum; Exec. Dir. Sheldon Stein- 7234. FAX: (203)573-0368. Pres. Dr. Alan hauser. Stein; Exec. Dir. Eli J. Skora. 570 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

WESTPORT-WESTON-WILTON- ORLANDO NORWALK JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER OR- UNITED JEWISH APPEAL/FEDERATION OF LANDO (1949); 851 N. Maitland Ave., PO WESTPORT-WESTON-WILTON-NORWALK Box 941508, Maitland (32794-1508); (407)- (inc. 1980); 49 Richmondville Ave. (06880); 645-5933. FAX: (407)645-1172. Pres. Ina (203)266-8197. FAX: (203)226-5051. Pres. Porth; Exec. Dir. Harburger. Michael Stashower; Exec. Dir. Robert PALM BEACH COUNTY Kessler. JEWISH FEDERATION OF PALM BEACH COUNTY, INC. (1962); 501 S. Flagler Dr., DELAWARE Suite 305, W. Palm Beach (33401); (407)832- WILMINGTON 2120. FAX: (407)832-0562. Pres. Alec En- JEWISH FEDERATION OF DELAWARE, INC. gelstein; Exec. Dir. Jeffrey L. Klein. (1934); 101 Garden of Eden Rd. (19803); PINELLAS COUNTY (302)478-6200. FAX: (302)478-5374. Pres. JEWISH FEDERATION OF PINELLAS William N. Topkis; Exec. V.-Pres. Robert N. COUNTY, INC. (incl. Clearwater and St. Pe- Kerbel. tersburg) (1950; reincorp. 1974); 301 S. Jupi- DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA ter Ave., Clearwater (34615); (813) 446- 1033. FAX: (813)461-0700. Pres. Stephen WASHINGTON Wein; Exec. Dir. Robert F. Tropp. UNITED JEWISH APPEAL-FEDERATION OF SARASOTA GREATER WASHINGTON, INC. (1935); 6101 SARASOTA-MANATEE JEWISH FEDERATION Montrose Rd., Rockville, MD 20852. (301)- (1959); 580 S. Mclntosh Rd. (34232); (813)- 230-7200. FAX: (301)230-7272. Pres. Ed- 371_4546. FAX: (813)378-2947. Pres. Doris ward Kaplan; Exec. V.-Pres. Ted B. Farber. Loevner; Exec. Dir. Norman Olshansky. FLORIDA SOUTH BROWARD DAYTONA BEACH JEWISH FEDERATION OF SOUTH BROWARD, INC. (1943); 2719 Hollywood Blvd., Holly- (See Volusia & Flagler Counties) wood (33020); (305)921-8810. FAX: (305)- FT. LAUDERDALE 921-6491. Pres. Dr. Howard Barron; Exec. Dir. Sumner G. Kaye. JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER FT. LAUDERDALE (1968); 8358 W. Oakland SOUTH COUNTY Park Blvd. (33351); (305)748-8400. FAX: SOUTH COUNTY JEWISH FEDERATION (inc. (305)748-6332. Pres. Barbara Wiener; Exec. 1979); 336 NW Spanish River Blvd., Boca Dir. Kenneth B. Bierman. Raton (33431); (407) 368-2737. FAX: (407)- JACKSONVILLE 368-5240. Pres. Marvin Zale; Exec. Dir. Rabbi Bruce S. Warshal. JACKSONVILLE JEWISH FEDERATION (1935); 8505 San Jose Blvd. (32217); (904)- TAMPA 448-5000. FAX: (904)448-5715. Pres. Joan TAMPA JEWISH FEDERATION (1941); 2808 Levin; Exec. V.-Pres. Alan Margolies. Horatio (33609); (813)875-1618. FAX: (813)876-7746. Pres. F. Sanford Mahr; Exec. LEE COUNTY V. Pres. Gary S. Alter. JEWISH FEDERATION OF LEE COUNTY (1974); 6315 Presidential Court, Suite A, Ft. VOLUSIA & FLAGLER COUNTIES Myers (33919-3568); (813)481^449. FAX: JEWISH FEDERATION OF VOLUSIA & FLAG- (813)275-9114. Pres. Dr. Harvey Tritel; LER COUNTIES, INC.; 793 South Nova Rd., Exec. Dir. Helene Kramer. Ormond Beach, 32174. (904)672-0294. FAX: (904)673-8372. Pres. Gary Greenfield; MIAMI Admin. Marilyn Brown. GREATER MIAMI JEWISH FEDERATION, GEORGIA INC. (1938); 4200 Biscayne Blvd. (33137); (305)576-4000. FAX: (305)573-2176. Pres. ATLANTA Howard R. Scharlin; Exec. V.-Pres. Myron J. ATLANTA JEWISH FEDERATION, INC. (1905; Brodie. reorg. 1967); 1753 Peachtree Rd. NE JEWISH FEDERATIONS, FUNDS, COUNCILS / 571

(30309); (404)873-1661. FAX: (404)874- (309)689-0063. Pres. Dr. Irving J. Weigens- 7043. Pres. Dr. S. Perry Brickman; Exec. Dir. berg; Exec. Dir. Eunice Galsky. David I. Samat. QUAD CITIES AUGUSTA JEWISH FEDERATION OF QUAD CITIES (incl. AUGUSTA JEWISH FEDERATION (1937); PO Rock Island, Moline, Davenport, Bettendorf) Box 15443 (30909); (404)737-8001. Pres. (1938; comb. 1973); 224 18 St., Suite 303, Matt Marks; Exec. Dir. Michael Pousman. Rock Island (61201); (309)793-1300. Pres. Gordon Ney; Exec. Dir. Ida Kramer. COLUMBUS ROCKFORD JEWISH WELFARE FEDERATION OF COLUM- BUS, INC. (1941); PO Box 6313 (31907); JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER ROCK- (404)568-6668. Pres. Jack Hirsch; Sec. Irene FORD (1937); 1500 Parkview Ave. (61107); Rainbow. (815)399-5497. Pres. Jay Kamin; Exec. Dir. Tony Toback. SAVANNAH SOUTHERN SAVANNAH JEWISH FEDERATION (1943); JEWISH FEDERATION OF SOUTHERN ILLI- PO Box 23527 (31403); (912)355-8111. NOIS, SOUTHEASTERN MISSOURI AND FAX: (912)355-8116. Pres. Ricky Eichholz; WESTERN KENTUCKY (1941); 6464 W. Exec. Dir. Jeff Feld. Main, Suite 7A, Belleville (62223); (618)398- HAWAII 6100. Pres. Ronald Rubin; Exec. Dir. Stan Anderman. HONOLULU SPRINGFIELD JEWISH FEDERATION OF HAWAII (1956); 677 Ala Moana, Suite 803 (96813); (808)531- SPRINGFIELD JEWISH FEDERATION (1941); 4634. FAX: (808)531^1636. Pres. Michael 730 E. Vine St. (62703); (217)528-3446. Pres. Washofsky; Exec. Dir. Rabbi Melvin Lib- Robert Silverman; Exec. Dir. Gloria man. Schwartz. ILLINOIS INDIANA CHAMPAIGN-URBANA EVANSVILLE CHAMPAIGN-URBANA JEWISH FEDERA- EVANSVILLE JEWISH COMMUNITY COUN- TION (1929); 503 E. John St., Champaign CIL, INC. (1936; inc. 1964); PO Box 5026 (61820); (217)367-9872. Pres. Helen Levin; (47715); (812)477-7050. Pres. Jon Goldman; Exec. Dir. Janie Yairi. Exec. Sec. Maxine P. Fink. FORT WAYNE CHICAGO FORT WAYNE JEWISH FEDERATION (1921); JEWISH FEDERATION OF METROPOLITAN 227 E. Washington Blvd. (46802); (219)422- CHICAGO (1900); 1 S. Franklin St. (60606- 8566. Pres. Carol Sandier; Exec. Dir. Vivian 4694); (312)346-6700. FAX: (312)855-2474. Lansky. Pres. Arthur W. Brown, Jr.; Exec. V.-Pres. Steven B. Nasatir. INDIANAPOLIS JEWISH UNITED FUND OF METROPOLITAN JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER IN- CHICAGO (1900); 1 S. Franklin St. (60606- DIANAPOLIS, INC. (1905); 615 N. Alabama 4694); (312)346-6700. FAX: (312)444-2086. St., Suite 412 (46204-1430); (317)637-2473. Pres. Arthur W. Brown, Jr.; Exec. Dir. FAX: (317)637-2477. Pres. Stanley Tales- Steven B. Nasatir. nick; Exec. V.-Pres. Harry Nadler. ELGIN LAFAYETTE ELGIN AREA JEWISH WELFARE CHEST FEDERATED JEWISH CHARITIES (1924); PO (1938); 330 Division St. (60120); (312)741- Box 708 (47902); (317)742-9081. FAX: 5656. Pres. Dr. Albert Simon; Treas. Richard (317)742-4379. Pres. Arnold Cohen; Finan. Cutts. Sec. Louis Pearlman, Jr. PEORIA MICHIGAN CITY JEWISH FEDERATION OF PEORIA (1933; inc. MICHIGAN CITY UNITED JEWISH WELFARE 1947); 5901 N. Prospect Rd., Suite 203, FUND; 2800 S. Franklin St. (46360); (219)- Town Hall Bldg., Junction City (61614); 874-4477. Pres. & Treas. Harold Leinwand. 572 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

NORTHWEST INDIANA B; PO Box 80827 (70898); (504) 291-5895. THE JEWISH FEDERATION, INC. (1941; Pres. Dr. Steven Cavalier; Exec. Dir. Louis reorg. 1959); 2939 Jewett St., Highland Goldman. (46322); (219)972-2250. FAX: (219)972- NEW ORLEANS 4779. Pres. Jerome Gardberg; Exec. Dir. Marty Erann. JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER NEW ORLEANS (1913; reorg. 1977); 1539 Jackson SOUTH BEND Ave. (70130); (504)525-0673. FAX: (504)- JEWISH FEDERATION OF ST. JOSEPH VAL- 568-9290. Pres. Alan Rosenbloom; Exec. LEY (1946); 105 Jefferson Centre, Suite 804 Dir. Jane Buchsbaum. (46601); (219)233-1164. FAX: (219)288- 4103. Pres. Dr. William Gitlin; Exec. V.-Pres. SHREVEPORT Kimball Marsh. SHREVEPORT JEWISH FEDERATION (1941; inc. 1967); 2032 Line Ave. (71104); (318)- 221^129. Pres. William Braunig, Jr.; Exec. DES MOINES Dir. Monty Pomm. JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER DES MAINE MOINES (1914); 910 Polk Blvd. (50312); (515)277-6321. FAX: (515)277^K)69. Pres. LEWISTON-AUBURN Harry Bookey; Exec. Dir. Elaine Steinger. LEWISTON-AUBURN JEWISH FEDERATION SIOUX CITY (1947); 74 Bradman St., Auburn (04210); JEWISH FEDERATION (1921); 525 14th St. (207)786-4201. Pres. Scott Nussinow. (51105); (712)258-0618. Pres. Michael Pot- ash; Exec. Dir. Doris Rosenthal. PORTLAND JEWISH FEDERATION COMMUNITY COUN- KANSAS CIL OF SOUTHERN MAINE (1942); 57 Ash- WICHITA mont St. (04103); (207)773-7254. FAX: MID-KANSAS JEWISH FEDERATION, INC. (207)761-2406. Pres. Lisa Cohen; Exec. Dir. (1935); 400 N. Woodlawn, Suite 8 (67208); Meyer Bodoff. (316)686^741. Pres. Ivonne Goldstein; MARYLAND Exec. Dir. Beverly Jacobson. BALTIMORE KENTUCKY THE ASSOCIATED: JEWISH COMMUNITY LEXINGTON FEDERATION OF BALTIMORE (1920; reorg. CENTRAL KENTUCKY JEWISH FEDERATION 1969); 101 W. Mt. Royal Ave. (21201); (301) (1976); 333 Waller, Suite 5 (40504); (606)- 727-4828. FAX: (301)783-8991. Chmn. Su- 252-7622. Pres. Michael Ades; Exec. Dir. zanne F. Cohen; Pres. Darrell D. Friedman. Linda Ravvin. MASSACHUSETTS LOUISVILLE JEWISH COMMUNITY FEDERATION OF BERKSHIRE COUNTY LOUISVILLE, INC. (1934); 3630 Dutchman's JEWISH FEDERATION OF THE BERKSHIRES Lane (40205); (502)451-8840. FAX: (502)- (1940); 235 East St., Pittsfield (01201); (413)- 458-0702. Pres. Ronald W. Abrams; Exec. 442^360. FAX: (413)443-6070. Pres. Joel Dir. Dr. Alan S. Engel. Greenberg; Exec. Dir. Richard Davis. LOUISIANA BOSTON ALEXANDRIA COMBINED JEWISH PHILANTHROPIES OF THE JEWISH WELFARE FEDERATION AND GREATER BOSTON, INC. (1895; inc. 1961); COMMUNITY COUNCIL OF CENTRAL LOUI- One Lincoln Plaza (02111); (617)330-9500. SIANA (1938); 1227 Southhampton (71303); FAX: (617)330-5197. Chmn. Alan R. Gold- (318)445^785. Pres. Alvin Mykoff; Sec- stein; Exec. V.-Pres. Barry Shrage. Treas. Roeve Weill. CAPE COD BATON ROUGE JEWISH FEDERATION OF CAPE COD 396 JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER BATON Main St., PO Box 2568, Hyannis (02601); ROUGE (1971); 11744 Haymarket Ave., Suite (508)778-5588. Pres. Melvin Cohen. JEWISH FEDERATIONS, FUNDS, COUNCILS / 573

FRAMINGHAM (Merged with Boston) ments). Pres. Mark E. Schlussel; Exec. V.-Pres. Robert P. Aronson. LEOMINSTER FLINT LEOMINSTER JEWISH COMMUNITY COUN- CIL, INC. (1939); 268 Washington St. (01453); FLINT JEWISH FEDERATION (1936); 619 (617)534-6121. Pres. Dr. Milton Kline; Sec- Wallenberg St. (48502); (313)767-5922. Treas. Howard J. Rome. FAX: (313)767-9024. Pres. Nancy Hanflik; Exec. Dir. David Nussbaum. MERRIMACK VALLEY GRAND RAPIDS MERRIMACK VALLEY UNITED JEWISH COMMUNITIES (Serves Lowell, Lawrence, JEWISH COMMUNITY FUND OF GRAND Andover, Haverhill, Newburyport, and 22 RAPIDS (1930); 2609 Berwyck SE (49506); surrounding communities) (1988); 805 Turn- (616)956-9365. Pres. Joseph N. Schwartz; Admin. Dir. Judy Joseph. pike St., N. Andover (01845); (508)688- 0466. FAX: (508)682-3041. Pres. Larry Ansin; Exec. Dir. Howard Flagler. DULUTH-SUPERIOR NEW BEDFORD JEWISH FEDERATION & COMMUNITY COUN- JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER NEW CIL (1937); 1602 E. Second St. (55812); (218)- BEDFORD, INC. (1938; inc. 1954); 467 Haw- 724-8857. Pres. David Blustin; Sec. Admin. thorn St., N. Dartmouth (02747); (508)997- Gloria Vitullo. 7471. FAX: (508)997-7730. Pres. Elliot Ros- MINNEAPOLIS enfield; Exec. Dir. Jerry S. Neimand. MINNEAPOLIS FEDERATION FOR JEWISH NORTH SHORE SERVICE (1929; inc. 1930); 7600 Wayzata Blvd. (55426); (612)593-2600. FAX: (612)- JEWISH FEDERATION OF THE NORTH 593-2544. Pres. Herbert Goldenberg; Exec. SHORE, INC. (1938); 4 Community Rd., Mar- Dir. Max L. Kleinman. blehead (01945); (617)598-1810. FAX: (617)639-1284. Pres. Linda Lerner; Exec. ST. PAUL Dir. Bruce Yudewitz. UNITED JEWISH FUND AND COUNCIL (1935); 790 S. Cleveland, Suite 201 (55116); SPRINGFIELD (612)690-1707. FAX: (612)690-0228. Pres. JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER SPRING- Allen Freeman; Exec. Dir. Sam Asher. FIELD, INC. (1925); 1160 Dickinson St. (01108); (413)737^313. FAX: (413)737- MISSISSIPPI 4348. Pres. Diane Troderman; Exec. Dir. Joel Weiss. JACKSON JACKSON JEWISH WELFARE FUND, INC. WORCESTER (1945); 5315 Old Canton Rd. (39211-4625); WORCESTER JEWISH FEDERATION, INC. (601)956-6215. Pres. Ruth Friedman; V.- (1947; inc. 1957); 633 Salisbury St. (01609); Pres. Erik Hearon. (508)756-1543. FAX: (508)798- 0962. Pres. MISSOURI Michael Sleeper. KANSAS CITY MICHIGAN JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER KANSAS ANN ARBOR CITY (1933); 5801 W. 115th St., Overland Park, KS (66211-1824); (913)469-1340. JEWISH COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION/ FAX: (913)451-9358. Pres. Ronald Gold- UNITED JEWISH APPEAL (1986); 2939 Birch smith; Exec. Dir. A. Robert Gast. Hollow Dr. (48108). (313)677-0100. Pres. Dr. Owen Z. Perlman; Interim Dir. Nancy ST. JOSEPH N. Margolis. UNITED JEWISH FUND OF ST. JOSEPH (1915); 509 Woodcrest Dr. (64506); (816)- DETROIT 279-7154. Pres. Dorathea Polsky; Exec. Sec. JEWISH WELFARE FEDERATION OF DE- Martha Rothstein. TROIT (1899); 6735 Telegraph Rd., Suite 30, PO Box 2030, Bloomfield Hills (48303-2030); ST. LOUIS (313)642-4260. FAX: (313)642^985 (execu- JEWISH FEDERATION OF ST. LOUIS (incl. St. tive offices); (313)642-4941 (all other depart- Louis County) (1901); 12 Millstone Campus 574 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

Dr. (63146); (314)432-0020. FAX: (314)- 6701. Pres. Jon Gurkoff; Exec. Dir. Yosef 432-1277. Pres. Alyn V. Essman; Exec. V.- Muskin. Pres. Ira Steinmetz. CUMBERLAND COUNTY NEBRASKA JEWISH FEDERATION OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY (inc. 1971); 629 Wood St., Suite LINCOLN 204, Vineland (08360); (609)696-4445. Pres. LINCOLN JEWISH WELFARE FEDERATION, Stanley Orlinsky; Exec. Dir. Daniel Lepow. INC. (1931; inc. 1961); PO Box 80014 (68501); (402)423-5695. Co-Pres. Ruth & ENGLEWOOD Irwin Goldenberg; Exec. Dir. Robert Pitlor. (Merged with Bergen County) OMAHA MERCER COUNTY JEWISH FEDERATION OF OMAHA (1903); JEWISH FEDERATION OF MERCER AND 333 S. 132nd St. (68154-2198); (402)334- BUCKS COUNTIES NJ/PA (1929; reorg. 8200. FAX: (402)334-1330. Pres. Jay R. 1982); 999 Lower Ferry Rd., Trenton Lerner; Exec. Dir. Howard Bloom. (08628); (609)883-5000. FAX: (609)883- NEVADA 2563. Pres. Richard Dickson; Exec. Dir. Haim Morag. (Also see listing under Penn- LAS VEGAS sylvania.) JEWISH FEDERATION OF LAS VEGAS (1973); 1030 E. Twain Ave. (89109); (702)732-0556. METROWEST FAX: (702)732-3228. Pres. Dr. Marvin M. UNITED JEWISH FEDERATION OF MET- Perer; Interim Exec. Dir. Jerry Countess. ROWEST (1923); 60 Glen wood Ave., E. Or- ange (07017); (201)673-6800; (212)943- NEW HAMPSHIRE 0570. FAX: (201)673^387. Pres. Jerome MANCHESTER Waldor; Exec. V.-Pres. Howard E. Charish. JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER MAN- MIDDLESEX COUNTY CHESTER (1974); 698 Beech St. (03104); JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER MID- (603)627-7679. Pres. Dr. David Stahl; Exec. DLESEX COUNTY (org. 1948; reorg. 1985); Dir. Mark Silverberg. 100 Metroplex Dr., Suite 101, Edison NEW JERSEY (08817); (201)985-1234. FAX: (201)985- 3295. Pres. James Stahl; Exec. V.-Pres. Mi- ATLANTIC COUNTY chael Shapiro. FEDERATION OF JEWISH AGENCIES OF AT- LANTIC COUNTY (1924); 505-507 Tilton Rd., MONMOUTH COUNTY Northfield (08225); (609)646-7077. FAX: JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER MON- (609)646-8053. Pres. Howard A. Goldberg; MOUTH COUNTY (1971); 100 Grant Ave., PO Exec. Dir. Bernard Cohen. Box 210, Deal (07723-0210); (201)531- 6200-1. FAX: (201)531-9518. Pres. Arnold BERGEN COUNTY Gelfman; Exec. V.-Pres. Marvin Relkin; UNITED JEWISH COMMUNITY OF BERGEN Exec. Dir. Bonnie Komito. COUNTY (inc. 1978); 111 Kinderkamack Rd., PO Box 4176, N. Hackensack Station, River MORRIS-SUSSEX COUNTY Edge (07661); (201)488-6800. FAX: (201)- (Merged with MetroWest NJ) 488-1507. Pres. Irwin Marks; Exec. V.-Pres. James Young. NORTH JERSEY JEWISH FEDERATION OF NORTH JERSEY CENTRAL NEW JERSEY (1933); One Pike Dr., Wayne (07470); (201)- JEWISH FEDERATION OF CENTRAL NEW 595-0555. FAX: (201)595-1532. Pres. JERSEY (1940; merged 1973); Green Lane, Joanne Sprechman; Exec. Dir. Barry Rosen- Union (07083); (201)351-5060. FAX: (201)- berg. 351-7060. Pres. Murray Pantirer; Exec. V.- Pres. Burton Lazarow. NORTHERN MIDDLESEX COUNTY (See Middlesex County) CLIFTON-PASSAIC JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER CLIF- OCEAN COUNTY TON-PASSAIC (1933); 199 Scoles Ave., Clif- OCEAN COUNTY JEWISH FEDERATION ton (07012). (201)777-7031. FAX: (201)777- (1977); 301 Madison Ave., Lakewood JEWISH FEDERATIONS, FUNDS, COUNCILS / 575

(08701); (201)363-0530. FAX: (201)363- (12603); (914)471-9811. Pres. Marc Ritter; 2097. Pres. Zev Rosen; Exec. Dir. Michael Exec. Dir. Allan Greene. Ruvel. ELMIRA PRINCETON ELMIRA JEWISH WELFARE FUND, INC. PRINCETON AREA UJA-FEDERATION; 15 (1942); Grandview Rd. Ext., PO Box 3087 Roszel Rd., Princeton (08540); (609)243- (14905); (607)734-8122. Pres. Arnold Rosen- 9440. Pres. Dr. Eliot Freeman; Exec. Dir. berg; Exec. Dir. Cy Leveen. Jerilyn Zimmerman. KINGSTON RARITAN VALLEY JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER KING- (See Middlesex County) STON, INC. (inc. 1951); 159 Green St. SOMERSET COUNTY (12401); (914)338-8131. Pres. Dr. Howard Rothstein. JEWISH FEDERATION OF SOMERSET, HUNT- ERDON & WARREN COUNTIES (I960); PO NEW YORK Box 6455, Bridgewater (08807); (201)725- UJA-FEDERATION OF JEWISH PHILAN- 6994. FAX: (908)725-9753. Pres. George THROPIES OF NEW YORK, INC. (incl. Greater Blank; Exec. Dir. Alan J. Nydick. NY; Westchester, Nassau, and Suffolk coun- SOUTHERN NEW JERSEY ties) (Fed. org. 1917; UJA 1939; merged 1986); 130 E. 59th St. (10022); (212)980- JEWISH FEDERATION OF SOUTHERN NEW 1000. FAX: (212)867-1074. Pres. Alan S. JERSEY (incl. Camden, Burlington, and Jaffe; Chmn. Joseph Gurwin; Exec. V.-Pres. Gloucester counties) (1922); 2393 W. Marl- Stephen D. Solender. ton Pike, Cherry Hill (08002); (609)665- 6100. FAX: (609)665-0074. Pres. Dr. Robert NIAGARA FALLS Paul; Exec. V.-Pres. Stuart Alperin. JEWISH FEDERATION OF NIAGARA FALLS, NEW MEXICO NY, INC. (1935); Temple Beth Israel, Rm. #5, College & Madison Ave. (14305); (716)- ALBUQUERQUE 284-4575. Pres. Howard Rushner. JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER AL- BUQUERQUE, INC. (1938); 8205 Spain, NE NORTHEASTERN NEW YORK (97109); (505)821-3214. FAX: (505)821- UNITED JEWISH FEDERATION OF NORTH- 3355. Pres. Brian Ivener; Exec. Dir. Joel EASTERN NEW YORK (1986); Latham Circle Brooks. Mall, 800 New Loudon Rd., Latham (12110); (518)783-7800. FAX: (518)783-1557. Pres. NEW YORK Rabbi Martin Silverman; Exec. Dir. Norman ALBANY J. Schimelman. (Merged with Schenectady; see Northeastern ORANGE COUNTY New York) JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER ORANGE BROOME COUNTY COUNTY (1977); 360 Powell Ave., Newburgh JEWISH FEDERATION OF BROOME COUNTY (12550); (914)562-7860. Pres. Richard (1937; inc. 1958); 500 Clubhouse Rd., Vestal Levin; Exec. Dir. Nancy Goldman. (13850); (607)724-2332. FAX: (607)724- ROCHESTER 2311. Pres. Marcelene H. Yonaty; Exec. Dir. Victoria Rouff. JEWISH COMMUNITY FEDERATION OF ROCHESTER, NY, INC. (1939); 441 East Ave. BUFFALO (14607); (716)461-0490. FAX: (716)461- JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER BUF- 0912. Pres. Linda Cornell Weinstein; Exec. FALO, INC. (1903); 787 Delaware Ave. Dir. Lawrence W. Fine. (14209); (716)886-7750. FAX: (716)886- 1367. Pres. Dr. Richard Ament; Exec. Dir. ROCKLAND COUNTY Harry Kosansky. UNITED JEWISH COMMUNITY OF ROCK- LAND COUNTY (1985); 240 W. Nyack Rd., DUTCHESS COUNTY W. Nyack (10994-1711). (914)627-3700. JEWISH FEDERATION OF DUTCHESS FAX: (914)627-7881. Pres. Mark Karsch; COUNTY; 110 S. Grand Ave., Poughkeepsie Exec. Dir. Michael A. Bierman. 576 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

SCHENECTADY CANTON (Merged with Albany; see Northeastern New CANTON JEWISH COMMUNITY FEDERA- York) TION (1935; reorg. 1955); 2631 Harvard Ave., NW (44709); (216)452-6444. FAX: (216)- SYRACUSE 452-4487. Pres. Robert Narens; Exec. Dir. SYRACUSE JEWISH FEDERATION, INC. Jay Rubin. (1918); 101 Smith St.; PO Box 510, DeWitt (13214-0510); (315)445-0161. FAX: (315)- CINCINNATI 445-1559. Pres. Philip Pinsky; Exec. V.-Pres. JEWISH FEDERATION OF CINCINNATI (1896; Barry Silverberg. reorg. 1967); 1811 Losantiville, Suite 320 TROY (45237); (513) 351-3800. FAX: (513)351- 3863. Pres. Stanley M. Chesley; Exec. V.- (Merged with Albany-Schenectady; see Pres. Aubrey Herman. Northeastern New York) CLEVELAND UTICA JEWISH COMMUNITY FEDERATION OF JEWISH FEDERATION OF UTICA, NY, INC. CLEVELAND (1903); 1750 Euclid Ave. (1933; inc. 1950); 2310 Oneida St. (13501); (44115); (216)566-9200. FAX: (216)861- (315)733-2343. Pres. Marsha Basloe; Exec. 1230. Pres. Bennett Yanowitz; Exec. Dir. Ste- Dir. Meyer L. Bodoff. phen H. Hoffman. NORTH CAROLINA COLUMBUS ASHEVILLE COLUMBUS JEWISH FEDERATION (1926); WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA JEWISH FED- 1175 College Ave. (43209); (614)237-7686. ERATION (1935); 236 Charlotte St. (28801); FAX: (614)237-2221. Pres. Benjamin L. (704)253-0701. FAX: (704)251-9144. Pres. Zox; Exec. Dir. Alan H. Gill. Robert J. Deutsch; Exec. Dir. David Seiden- DAYTON berg. JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER DAY- CHARLOTTE TON (1910); 4501 Denlinger Rd. (45426); CHARLOTTE JEWISH FEDERATION (1938); (513)854-4150. FAX: (513)854-2850. Pres. PO Box 13369 (28211); (704)366-5007. Lawrence T. Burick; Exec. V.-Pres. Peter H. FAX: (704)365-4507. Pres. Emily Zimmern; Wells. Exec. Dir. Daniel Lepow. STEUBENVILLE DURHAM-CHAPEL HILL JEWISH COMMUNITY COUNCIL (1938); 300 DURHAM-CHAPEL HILL JEWISH FEDERA- Lovers Lane (43952); (614)264-5514. Pres. TION & COMMUNITY COUNCIL (1979); 1310 Morris Denmark; Exec. Sec. Jennie Bern- LeClair St., Chapel Hill (27514); (919)967- stein. 1945. FAX: (919)962-1277. Pres. Barry Na- TOLEDO kell. JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER TOLEDO GREENSBORO (1907; reorg. 1960); 6505 Sylvania Ave., PO GREENSBORO JEWISH FEDERATION (1940); Box 587, Sylvania (43560); (419)885^*461. 713-A N.Greene St. (27401); (919)272-3189. FAX: (419)885-3207. Pres. James J. Akers; FAX: (919)272-0214. Pres. Joslin LeBauer; Exec. Dir. Steven J. Edelstein. Exec. Dir. Marilyn Chandler. YOUNGSTOWN WAKE COUNTY YOUNGSTOWN AREA JEWISH FEDERATION WAKE COUNTY JEWISH FEDERATION, INC. (1935); PO Box 449, 505 Gypsy Lane (1987); 3900 Merton Dr., Suite 108, Raleigh (44501); (216)746-3251. FAX: (216)746- (27609); (919)781-5459. FAX: (919)787- 7926. Pres. Esther L. Marks; Exec. V.-Pres. 0666. Pres. Joseph Woodland. Sam Kooperman. OKLAHOMA AKRON OKLAHOMA CITY AKRON JEWISH COMMUNITY FEDERATION JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER OKLA- (1935); 750 White Pond Dr. (44320); (216)- HOMA CITY (1941); 2800 Quail Plaza Dr. 867-7850. FAX: (216)867-8498. Pres. Dr. (73120). (405)752-7307. FAX: (405)752- Steven Kutnick; Exec. Dir. Michael Wise. 7309. Pres. Jerry Bendorf. JEWISH FEDERATIONS, FUNDS, COUNCILS / 577

TULSA (19102); (215)893-5600. FAX: (215)735- JEWISH FEDERATION OF TULSA (1938); 7977. Pres. Theodore Seidenberg; Exec. V.- 2021 E. 71st St. (74136); (918)495-1100. Pres. Robert P. Forman. FAX: (918)495-1220. Pres. Curtis S. Green; PITTSBURGH Exec. Dir. David Bernstein. UNITED JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER OREGON PITTSBURGH (1912; reorg. 1955); 234McKee PL (15213); (412)681-8000. FAX: (412)681- PORTLAND 3980. Pres. David S. Shapira; Exec. V.-Pres. JEWISH FEDERATION OF PORTLAND (incl. Howard M. Rieger. state of Oregon and adjacent Washington communities) (1920; reorg. 1956); 6651 SW READING Capitol Highway (97219); (503)245-6219. JEWISH FEDERATION OF READING, PA., FAX: (503)245-6603. Pres. Stanley D. INC. (1935; reorg. 1972); 1700 City Line St. Geffen; Exec. Dir. Charles Schiffman. (19604); (215)921-2766. FAX: (215)929- 0886. Pres. Alma Lakin; Exec. Dir. Daniel PENNSYLVANIA Tannenbaum. ALLENTOWN SCRANTON JEWISH FEDERATION OF ALLENTOWN SCRANTON-LACKAWANNA JEWISH FEDER- (1948); 702 N. 22nd St. (18104); (215)821- ATION (incl. Lackawanna County) (1945); 5500. FAX: (215)821-8946. Pres. Lory L. 601 Jefferson Ave. (18510); (717)961-2300. Brenner; Exec. Dir. Ivan C. Schonfeld. FAX: (717)346-6147. Pres. Irwin Schneider; Exec. Dir. Seymour Brotman. ALTOONA FEDERATION OF JEWISH PHILANTHROPIES WILKES-BARRE (1920; reorg. 1940; inc. 1944); 1308 17th St. JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER WILKES- (16601); (814)944-^072. Pres. Morley Cohn. BARRE (1935); 60 S. River St. (18702); (717)- 822-4146. FAX: (717)824-5966. Pres. Ste- BUCKS COUNTY phen Alinikoff; Exec. Dir. Ted Magram. JEWISH FEDERATION OF MERCER AND BUCKS COUNTIES NJ/PA (1929; reorg. RHODE ISLAND 1982); 999 Lower Ferry Rd., Trenton, NJ PROVIDENCE (08628); (609)883-5000. FAX: (609)883- 2563. Pres. Richard Dickson; Exec. Dir. JEWISH FEDERATION OF RHODE ISLAND Haim Morag. (Also see listing under New (1945); 130 Sessions St. (02906); (401)421- Jersey.) 4111. FAX: (401)331-7961. Pres. David M. Hirsch; Exec. V.-Pres. Steve Rakitt. ERIE SOUTH CAROLINA JEWISH COMMUNITY COUNCIL OF ERIE (1946); 701 G. Daniel Baldwin Bldg., 1001 CHARLESTON State St. (16501); (814)455^474. Pres. Rich- CHARLESTON JEWISH FEDERATION (1949); ard Levick. 1645 Raoul Wallenberg Blvd., PO Box 31298 HARRISBURG (29407); (803)571-6565. FAX: (803)556- 6206. Pres. Judge Hugo Spitz; Exec. Dir. Mi- UNITED JEWISH COMMUNITY OF GREATER chael Abidor. HARRISBURG (1941); 100 Vaughn St. (17110); (717)236-9555. FAX: (717)236- COLUMBIA 8104. Pres. Lory L. Brenner; Exec. Dir. Elliot COLUMBIA JEWISH FEDERATION (I960); Gershenson. 4540 Trenholm Rd., PO Box 6968 (29260); JOHNSTOWN (803)787-0580. FAX: (803)787-0475. Pres. Hyman Rubin, Jr.; Exec. Dir. Alexander UNITED JEWISH FEDERATION OF JOHNS- Grossberg. TOWN (1938); 601 Wayne St. (15905); (814)- 539-9891 (home). Pres. Isadore Suchman. SOUTH DAKOTA PHILADELPHIA SIOUX FALLS JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER PHILA- JEWISH WELFARE FUND (1938); National DELPHIA (includes Bucks, Chester, Dela- Reserve Bldg., 513 S. Main Ave. (57102); ware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia coun- (605)336-2880. Pres. Laurence Bierman; ties) (1901; reorg. 1956); 226 S. 16th St. Exec. Sec. Louis R. Hurwitz. 578 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 199 2

TENNESSEE (409)763-5241. Pres. Harold Levine; Treas. Joe Nussenblatt. CHATTANOOGA CHATTANOOGA JEWISH FEDERATION HOUSTON (1931); 5326 Lynnland Terrace, PO Box 8947 JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER HOUS- (37411); (615)894-1317. FAX: (615)894- TON (1936); 5603 S. Braeswood Blvd. 1319. Pres. Charles B. Lebovitz; Exec. Dir. (77096-3999); (713)729-7000. FAX: (713)- Louis B. Solomon. 721-6232. Pres. Buster Feldman; Exec. Dir. Hans Mayer. KNOXVILLE KNOXVILLE JEWISH FEDERATION (1939); SAN ANTONIO 6800 Deane Hill Dr., PO Box 10882 (37939- JEWISH FEDERATION OF SAN ANTONIO 0882); (615)693-5837. Pres. Barbara Bern- (incl. Bexar County) (1922); 8434 Ahern Dr. stein; Exec. Dir. Conrad J. Koller. (78216); (512)341-8234. FAX: (512)341- 2842. Pres. Sterling Neuman; Exec. Dir. Stan MEMPHIS Ramati. MEMPHIS JEWISH FEDERATION (incl. Shelby County) (1935); 6560 Poplar Ave. WACO (38138); (901)767-7100. FAX: (901)767- JEWISH FEDERATION OF WACO AND CEN- 7128. Pres. Jerome Makowsky; Exec. Dir. TRAL TEXAS (1949); PO Box 8031 (76714- Gary Siepser. 8031); (817)776-3740. Pres. Mike Stupak; Exec. Sec. Martha Bauer. NASHVILLE JEWISH FEDERATION OF NASHVILLE & UTAH MIDDLE TENNESSEE (1936); 801 Percy SALT LAKE CITY Warner Blvd. (37205); (615)356-3242. FAX: (615)352-0056. Pres. Carolyn Levine; Act. UNITED JEWISH COUNCIL AND SALT LAKE Exec. Dir. Ruth Tanner. JEWISH WELFARE FUND (1936); 2416 E. 1700 South (84108); (801)581-0098. Pres. TEXAS Fred Tannenbaum; Exec. Dir. Roberta Grunauer. AUSTIN VIRGINIA JEWISH FEDERATION OF AUSTIN (1939; reorg. 1956); 11713 Jollyville Rd. (78759); NEWPORT NEWS-HAMPTON- (512)331-1144. FAX: (512)331-7059. Pres. WILLIAMSBURG Rafael Pelc; Exec. Dir. Wayne Silverman. UNITED JEWISH COMMUNITY OF THE VIR- DALLAS GINIA PENINSULA, INC. (1942); 2700 Spring JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER DALLAS Rd., Newport News (23606); (804)930-1422. (1911); 7800 Northaven Rd., Suite A FAX: (804)872-9532. Pres. Joanne Roos; (75230); (214)369-3313. FAX: (214)369- Exec. Dir. Barbara Rostov. 8943. Pres. Andrea Statman; Exec. Dir. RICHMOND Avrum I. Cohen. JEWISH COMMUNITY FEDERATION OF EL PASO RICHMOND (1935); 5403 Monument Ave., JEWISH FEDERATION OF EL PASO, INC. PO Box 17128 (23226); (804)288-0045. (incl. surrounding communities) (1937); 405 FAX: (804)282-7507. Pres. Helen P. Hor- Wallenberg Dr., PO Box 12097 (79913- witz; Exec. Dir. Robert S. Hyman. 0097); (915)584-^437. FAX: (915)584-0243. TIDEWATER Pres. Joan Johnson; Exec. Dir. David Brown. UNITED JEWISH FEDERATION OF TIDEWA- FORT WORTH TER (incl. Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Virginia Beach) (1937); 7300 Newport Ave., PO Box JEWISH FEDERATION OF FORT WORTH AND 9776, Norfolk (23505); (804)489-8040. FAX: TARRANT COUNTY (1936); 6801 Dan Dan- ciger Rd. (76133); (817)292-3081. FAX: (804)489-8230. Pres. Dr. Charles J. Gold- (817)292-3214. Pres. Rowena Kimmell; man; Exec. V.-Pres. Gary N. Rubin. Exec. Dir. Bruce Schlosberg. WASHINGTON GALVESTON SEATTLE GALVESTON COUNTY JEWISH WELFARE JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER SEAT- ASSOCIATION (1936); PO Box 146 (77553); TLE (incl. King County, Everett, and Bre- JEWISH FEDERATIONS, FUNDS, COUNCILS / 579 merton) (1926); 2031 Third Ave. (98121); Pres. Richard Selsberg; Sec.-Treas. Steven (206)443-5400. FAX: (206)443-0303. Pres. Barasch. Herbert Pruzan; Exec. Dir. Michael Novick. WEST VIRGINIA MADISON CHARLESTON MADISON JEWISH COMMUNITY COUNCIL, INC. (1940); 310 N. Midvale Blvd., Suite 325 FEDERATED JEWISH CHARITIES OF (53705); (608)231-3426. Pres. Judith Schrei- CHARLESTON, INC. (1937); PO Box 1613 ber; Exec. Dir. Steven H. Morrison. (25326); (304)346-7500. Pres. Carl Lehman; Exec. Sec. William H. Thalheimer. WISCONSIN MILWAUKEE MILWAUKEE JEWISH FEDERATION, INC. KENOSHA (1902); 1360 N. Prospect Ave. (53202); (414)- KENOSHA JEWISH WELFARE FUND (1938); 271-8338. Pres. Joseph M. Bernstein; Exec. 8041 48th Ave. (53142); (414)694-6695. Dir. Rick Meyer.

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ALBERTA PO Box 7258, 1030 Lower Lion Club Rd., Ancaster (L9G 3N6); (416)648-0605. FAX: CALGARY (416)648-8388. Pres. Gerald Swaye Q.C.; CALGARY JEWISH COMMUNITY COUNCIL Exec. Dir. Claire Mandel. (1962); 1607 90th Ave. SW (T2V 4V7); (403)- 253-8600. FAX: (403)253-7915. Pres. Rob- LONDON ert Kalef; Exec. Dir. Drew J. Staffenberg. LONDON JEWISH FEDERATION (1932); 536 Huron St. (N5Y 4J5); (519)673-3310. FAX: EDMONTON (519)673-1161. Pres. Robert Siskind; Exec. JEWISH FEDERATION OF EDMONTON (1954; Dir. Gerald Enchin. reorg. 1982); 7200 156th St. (T5R 1X3); OTTAWA (403)487-5120. FAX: (403)481-3463. Pres. Michael Goldstein; Exec. Dir. Sidney Indig. JEWISH COMMUNITY COUNCIL OF OTTAWA (1934); 151 Chapel St. (KIN 7Y2); (613)232- BRITISH COLUMBIA 7306. FAX: (613)563^593. Pres. Dr. Eli Rabin; Exec. Dir. Gerry Koffman. VANCOUVER JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER VAN- TORONTO COUVER (1932; reorg. 1987); 950 W. 41st JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER Ave. (V5Z 2N7); (604)266-7115. FAX: TORONTO (1917); 4600 Bathurst St.; Willow- (604)266-8371. Pres. Ted Zacks; Exec. Dir. dale (M2R 3V2); (416)635-2883. FAX: Steve Drysdale. (416)635-1408. Pres. Charles S. Diamond; Exec. Dir. Steven Ain. MANITOBA WINDSOR WINNIPEG JEWISH COMMUNITY COUNCIL (1938); 1641 WINNIPEG JEWISH COMMUNITY COUNCIL Ouellette Ave. (N8X 1R9); (519)973-1772. (1938; reorg. 1973); 370 Hargrave St. (R3B FAX: (519)973-1774. Pres. Alan R. Orman; 2K1); (204)943-0406. FAX: (204)956-0609. Exec. Dir. Allen Juris. Pres. Sidney Halpern; Exec. Dir. Robert Freedman. MONTREAL ALLIED JEWISH COMMUNITY SERVICES HAMILTON (1965); 5151 Cote Ste. Catherine Rd. (H3W JEWISH FEDERATION OF HAMILTON, 1M6); (514)735-3541. FAX: (514)735-8972. WENTWORTH & AREA (1932; merged 1971); Pres. Harvey Wolfe; Exec. Dir. John Fishel. Jewish Periodicals1

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ARIZONA JEWISH NEWS & ISRAEL TODAY (1973). 11071 Ventura Blvd., Studio City, 91604. ARIZONA JEWISH POST (1946). 3812 East (818)786-4000. Phil Blazer. Monthly. River Road, Tucson, 85718. (602)529- 1500. FAX: (602)577-0734. Sandra R. Hei- JEWISH SPECTATOR (1935). 4391 Park man. Fortnightly. Jewish Federation of Milano, Calabasas, 91302. (818)591-7481. Southern Arizona. FAX: (818)591-7267. Robert Bleiweiss. Quarterly. American Friends of Center for GREATER PHOENIX JEWISH NEWS (1947). Jewish Living and Values. PO Box 26590, Phoenix, 85068. (602)870- 9470. FAX: (602)870-0426. Flo Eckstein. NORTHERN CALIFORNIA JEWISH BULLETIN Weekly. See JEWISH BULLETIN OF NORTHERN CALIFORNIA. CALIFORNIA JEWISH STAR (1956). 109 Minna St., Suite B'NAI B'RITH MESSENGER (1897). PO Box 323, San Francisco, 94105-3728. (415)- 35915, Los Angeles, 90035. (213)659- 243^323. FAX: (415)243-0826. Nevon 2952. Rabbi Yale Butler. Weekly. Stuckey. Bimonthly. HADSHOT L.A. (1988). 13535 Ventura Blvd., SAN DIEGO JEWISH TIMES (1979). 2592 Suite 200, Sherman Oaks, 91423. (818)- Fletcher Pkwy., El Cajon, 92020. (619)- 783-3090. Meir Doron. Weekly. Hebrew. 463-5515. Carol Rosenberg. Biweekly. HERITAGE-SOUTHWEST JEWISH PRESS TIKKUN: A BIMONTHLY JEWISH CRITIQUE (1914). 2130 S. Vermont Ave., Los An- OF POLITICS, CULTURE & SOCIETY (1986). geles, 90007. (213) 737-2122. Dan Brin. 5100 Leona St., Oakland, 94619. (415)- Weekly. (Also SAN DIEGO JEWISH HERI- 482-0805. FAX: (415)482-3379. Michael TAGE, weekly; ORANGE COUNTY JEWISH Lerner. Bimonthly. Institute for Labor & HERITAGE, weekly; CENTRAL CALIFOR- Mental Health. NIA JEWISH HERITAGE, monthly.) Heri- tage Group. WESTERN STATES JEWISH HISTORY (1968). 2429 23rd St., Santa Monica, 90405. (213)- JEWISH BULLETIN OF NORTHERN CALIFOR- 450-2946. Norton B. Stern. Quarterly. NIA (1946). 88 First St., Suite 300, San Western States Jewish History Associa- Francisco, 94105. (415)957-9340. FAX: tion. (415)957-0266. Marc S. Klein. Weekly. San Francisco Jewish Community Publica- COLORADO tions Inc. INTERMOUNTAIN JEWISH NEWS (1913). JEWISH JOURNAL (1986). 3660 Wilshire 1275 Sherman St., Suite 214, Denver, Blvd., Suite 204, Los Angeles, 90010. 80203. (303)861-2234. FAX: (303)832- (213)738-7778. Gene Lichtenstein. 6942. Rabbi Hillel Goldberg, Miriam Weekly. Goldberg. Weekly.

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CONNECTICUT Gloria Katz. Weekly. Jewish Media Group, Inc. CONNECTICUT (1929). 2475 Albany Ave., West Hartford, 06117. JEWISH JOURNAL (Palm Beach-Broward- (203)233-2148. FAX: (203)232-9756. Ber- Dade) (1977). 601 Fairway Dr., Deerfield thold Gaster. Weekly. Beach, 33441. (800)477-1997. FAX: (305)- 429-1207. Andy Polin. Weekly. South MITZVAH CONNECTION. PO BOX 948, Avon, Florida Newspaper Network. 06001. (203)675-7763. C. Dianne Zweig. Annually. JEWISH PRESS OF PINELLAS COUNTY (Clearwater-St. Petersburg) (1985). 301 DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Jupiter Ave. S., Clearwater, 34615-6561. B'NAI B'RITH INTERNATIONAL JEWISH (813)441-4500. FAX: (813)461-0700. MONTHLY (1886 under the name MENO- Karen Wolfson Dawkins. Biweekly. Jew- RAH). 1640 Rhode Island Ave., NW, ish Press Group of Tampa Bay (FL), Inc. Washington, 20036. (202)857-6645. Jeff JEWISH PRESS OF TAMPA (1987). 2808 Rubin. Ten times a year. B'nai B'rith. Horatio St., Tampa, 33609. (813)871- 2332. FAX: (813)461-0700. Karen Wolfson JEWISH DEMOCRATIC ADVOCATE (1990). 711 Second St., NE, Suite 100, Washing- Dawkins. Biweekly. Jewish Press Group of ton, 20002. (202)544-7636. FAX: (202)- Tampa Bay (FL), Inc. 544-7645. Lewis Roth. Quarterly. Na- JEWISH WORLD (1982). 2101 Corporate tional Jewish Democratic Council. Blvd., Suite 315, Boca Raton, 33431. (407)- 833-8331. FAX: (407)659-5428. Stacy JEWISH VETERAN (1896). 1811 R St., NW, Washington, 20009. (202)265-6280. FAX: Zolotin. Weekly. Jewish Media Group, (202)234-5662. Albert Schlossberg. Five Inc. times a year. Jewish War Veterans of the MIAMI JEWISH TRIBUNE (1986). 3550 Bis- U.S.A. cayne Blvd., 3rd fl., Miami, 33137-3845. (305)576-9500. FAX: (305)573-9551. Ber- MOMENT (1975). 3000 Connecticut Ave., tram Korn, Jr. Weekly. Jewish Media NW, Suite 300, Washington, 20008. (202)- Group, Inc. 387-8888. FAX: (202)483-3423. Hershel Shanks. Bimonthly. Jewish Educational SOUTHERN JEWISH WEEKLY, INC. (1924). Ventures, Inc. 1232-3 Blanding Blvd., Orange Park, 32065. (904)272-1479. FAX: (904)272- MONITOR! (1990). 1819 H Street, NW, Suite 3347. Phillip B. Lyon. Weekly. Southern 230, Washington, 20006. (202)775-9770. Independent Operators, Inc. Stacy Burdett. Weekly. Union of Councils for Soviet Jews. GEORGIA

NEAR EAST REPORT (1957). 440 First St., ATLANTA JEWISH TIMES (1925; formerly NW, Suite 607, Washington, 20001. (202)- SOUTHERN ISRAELITE). 1575 Northside 639-5300. Mitchell G. Bard. Weekly. Near Dr., NW, Atlanta, 30318. (404)352-2400. East Research, Inc. FAX: (404)355-9388. Vida Goldgar. Week- ly- SECURITY AFFAIRS (1978). 1717 K St., NW, Suite 300, Washington, 22202. (202)833- JEWISH CIVIC PRESS (1972). 3330 Peachtree 0020. FAX: (202)296-6452. Jim Colbert. Rd. NE, Suite 500, Atlanta, 30326. (404)- Monthly. Jewish Institute for National Se- 231-2194. Abner L. Tritt. Monthly. curity Affairs. ILLINOIS UCSJ QUARTERLY REPORT. See MONITOR! CHICAGO JUF NEWS (1972). One S. Frank- . See under lin St., Rm. 722, Chicago, 60606. (312)- MARYLAND. 444-2853. FAX: (312)855-2474. Joseph Aaron. Monthly. Jewish United Fund/ FLORIDA Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chi- cago. BROWARD JEWISH WORLD (1986). 2101 Corporate Blvd., Boca Raton, 33431. JEWISH COMMUNITY NEWS (1941). 6464 W. (407)997-9971. FAX: (407)997-2910. Main, Suite 7A, Belleville, 62223. (618)- 582 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

398-6100. Steve Low. Irregularly. Jewish PROOFTEXTS: A JOURNAL OF JEWISH LIT- Federation of Southern Illinois. ERARY HISTORY (1980). Johns Hopkins University Press, 701 W. 40 St., Suite 275, THE SENTINEL (1911). 150 N. Michigan Baltimore, 21211-2190. (410)516-6944. Ave., Suite 3130, Chicago, 60601. (312)- FAX: (410)516-6998. Alan Mintz, David 407-0060. FAX: (312)407-0096. J. I. Fish- G. Roskies. Three times a year. bein. Weekly. WASHINGTON JEWISH WEEK (1930, as the INDIANA NATIONAL JEWISH LEDGER). 12300 ILLIANA NEWS (1976). 2939 Jewett St., Twinbrook Pkwy., Suite 250, Rockville, Highland, 46322. (219)972-2250. FAX: 20852. (301)230-2222. FAX: (301)881- (219)972^778. Sharon Blumberg. 6362. Andrew Silow Carroll. Weekly. Monthly (except July/Aug.). Jewish Fed- eration, Inc./Northwest Indiana. MASSACHUSETTS AMERICAN JEWISH HISTORY (1893). Two INDIANA JEWISH POST AND OPINION (1935). PO Box 449097; 2120 N. Meridian Thornton Rd., Waltham, 02154. (617)891- St., Indianapolis, 46202. (317)927-7800. 8110. FAX: (617)899-9208. Marc Lee Ra- FAX: (317)927-7807. Neila Pomerantz. phael. Quarterly. American Jewish Histor- Weekly. ical Society. NATIONAL JEWISH POST AND OPINION BOSTON JEWISH TIMES (1945). 169 Norfolk (1932). 2120 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, Ave., Boston, 02119. (617)442-9680. Sten 46202. (317)927-7800. FAX: (317)927- Lukin. Fortnightly. 7807. Gabriel Cohen. Weekly. JEWISH ADVOCATE (1902). 15 School St., KANSAS Boston, 02108. (617)367-9100. FAX: (617)- 367-9310. Robert Israel. Weekly. KANSAS CITY JEWISH CHRONICLE. See under MISSOURI. JEWISH REPORTER (1970). 76 Salem End Rd., Framingham, 01701. (508)879-3300. KENTUCKY FAX: (508)879-5856. Marcia T. Rivin. KENTUCKY JEWISH POST AND OPINION Monthly. Combined Jewish Philanthropies (1931). 1551 Bardstown Rd., Louisville, of Greater Boston. 40205. (502)459-1914. Julie D. Segal. JEWISH WEEKLY NEWS (1945). PO Box Weekly. 1569, Springfield, 01101. (413)739-4771. LOUISIANA Leslie B. Kahn. Weekly.

COMMUNITY. See JEWISH VOICE. JOURNAL OF THE NORTH SHORE JEWISH COMMUNITY (1977). 324 B Essex St., JEWISH CIVIC PRESS (1965). PO Box 15500, Swampscott, 01907. (617)581-7110. FAX: 924 Valmont St., New Orleans, 70115. (617)581-7630. Barbara Wolf. Biweekly. (504)895-8785. Abner Tritt. Monthly. Jewish Federation of the North Shore. JEWISH VOICE (1989). 924 Valmont St., New MICHIGAN Orleans, 70115. (504)895-8784. FAX: (504)895-8785. Michael Blackman. Semi- DETROIT JEWISH NEWS (1942). 27676 weekly. Jewish Federation of Greater New Franklin Rd., Southfield, 48034. (313)354- Orleans. 6060. FAX: (313)354-6069. Gary Rosen- blatt. Weekly. MARYLAND HUMANISTIC JUDAISM (1968). 28611 W. (1919). 2104 N. Twelve Mile Rd., Farmington Hills, Charles St., Baltimore, 21218. (301)752- 48334. (313)478-7610. FAX: (313)477- 3504. Gary Rosenblatt. Weekly. 9014. M. Bonnie Cousens, Ruth D. Feld- MODERN JUDAISM (1980). Johns Hopkins man. Quarterly. Society for Humanistic University Press, 701 W. 40 St., Suite 275, Judaism. Baltimore, 21211-2190. (410)516-6944. FAX: (410)516-6998. (Editorial address: 92 MINNESOTA Riverside Dr., Binghamton, NY 13905.) AMERICAN JEWISH WORLD (1912). 4509 Steven Katz. Three times a year. Minnetonka Blvd., Minneapolis, 55416. JEWISH PERIODICALS / 583

(612)920-7000. FAX: (612)920-6205. Mar- JEWISH STAR (1975). 100 Metroplex Dr., shall Hoffman. Weekly. Edison, 08817. (908)985-1234. FAX: (908)- 985-3295. Mindy L. Belfer. Bimonthly. MISSOURI Jewish Federation of Greater Middlesex KANSAS CITY JEWISH CHRONICLE (1920). County. 7373 W. 107 St., Suite 250, Overland Park, JOURNAL OF JEWISH COMMUNAL SERVICE KS 66212. (913)648^620. FAX: (913)381- (1899). 3084 State Hwy. 27, Suite 9, Ken- 9889. Ruth Baum Bigus. Weekly. Sun Pub- dall Pk, NJ 08824-1657. (908)821-1871. lications. FAX: (908)821-5335. Gail Naron Chalew. MISSOURI JEWISH POST (1948). 9531 Lack- Quarterly. Conference of Jewish Commu- land, Suite 207, St. Louis, 63114. (314)- nal Service. 423-3088. Kathie Sutin. Weekly. JUDAICA NEWS (1989). PO Box 1130, Fair ST. LOUIS JEWISH LIGHT (1947). 12 Mill- Lawn, 07410. (201)796-6151. Terry Cohn. stone Campus Dr., St. Louis, 63146. (314)- Quarterly. 432-3353. FAX: (314)432-0515. Robert A. Cohn. Weekly. St. Louis Jewish Light, Inc. METROWEST JEWISH NEWS (1947). 901 Route 10 East, Suite 101, Whippany, NEBRASKA 07981-1157. (201)887-3900. David Frank. Weekly. United Jewish Federation of Me- JEWISH PRESS (1920). 333 S. 132 St., Omaha, troWest. 68154. (402)334-8200. FAX: (402)333- 5497. Morris Maline. Weekly. Jewish Fed- NEW YORK eration of Omaha. AFN SHVEL (1941). 200 W. 72 St., Suite 40, NEVADA NYC, 10023. (212)787-6675. Mordkhe Schaechter. Quarterly. Yiddish. League for JEWISH REPORTER (1976). 1030 E. Twain Yiddish, Inc. Ave., Las Vegas, 89109. (702)732-0556. Maria Gerecht. Monthly (except July and AGENDA: JEWISH EDUCATION (1949; for- Aug.). Jewish Federation of Las Vegas. merly PEDAGOGIC REPORTER). JESNA, 730 Broadway, NYC, 10003. (212)529- LAS VEGAS ISRAELITE (1965). PO Box 2000. FAX: (212)529-2009. Rabbi Arthur 14096, Las Vegas, 89114. (702)876-1255. Vernon. Three times a year. Jewish Educa- FAX: (702)364-1009. Michael Tell. Bi- tion Service of North America, Inc. weekly. NEW JERSEY (1972). 211 63 St., Brooklyn, 11220. (718)492-6420. FAX: AVOTAYNU (1985). 1485 Teaneck Rd., Tea- (718)492-6571. Gershon Jacobson. Week- neck, 07666. (201)837-2701. FAX: (201)- ly. Yiddish-English. 837-8506. Sallyann Amdur Sack. Quar- AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK (1899). 165 terly. E. 56 St., NYC, 10022. (212)751-4000. JEWISH COMMUNITY VOICE (1941). 2393 W. FAX: (212)751^017. David Singer, Ruth Marlton Pike, Cherry Hill, 08002. (609)- R. Seldin. Annually. American Jewish 665-6100. FAX: (609)665-0074. Harriet Committee and Jewish Publication Soci- Kessler. Fortnightly. Jewish Federation of ety. Southern NJ. AMERICAN ZIONIST (1910). 4 E. 34 St., JEWISH HORIZON (1981). 1391 Martine NYC, 10016. (212)481-1500. FAX: (212)- Ave., Scotch Plains, 07076. (908)889- 481-1515. Paul Flacks. Quarterly. Zionist 9200. FAX: (908)889-9205. Fran Gold. Organization of America. Weekly. AMIT WOMAN (1925). 817 Broadway, NYC, JEWISH RECORD (Atlantic City area) (1939). 10003. (212)477^1720. FAX: (212)353- 1525 S. Main St., Pleasantville, 08232. 2312. Micheline Ratzersdorfer. Five times (609)383-0999. Martin Korik. Weekly. a year. AMIT Women (formerly American Mizrachi Women). (1931). 1086 Teaneck Rd., Teaneck, 07666. (201)837-8818. FAX: AUFBAU (1934). 2121 Broadway, NYC, (201)833-4959. Rebecca Kaplan Boroson. 10023. (212)873-7400. Henry Marx. Fort- Weekly. nightly. German. New World Club, Inc. 584 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

BITZARON (1939). PO Box 623, Cooper Sta- FOR VERTS (YIDDISH FORWARD) (1897). 45 tion, NYC, 10003. (212)293-5977. Hayim E. 33 St., NYC, 10016. (212)889-8200. Leaf. Quarterly. Hebrew; English ab- FAX: (212)684-3949. Mordechai Strigler. stracts. Hebrew Literary Foundation and Weekly. Yiddish-English. Forward Asso- Jewish Culture Foundation of New York ciation, Inc. University. FORWARD (1897). 45 E. 33 St., NYC 10016. BUFFALO JEWISH REVIEW (1918). 15 E. (212)889-8200. FAX: (212)447-6406. Seth Mohawk St., Buffalo, 14203. (716)854- Lipsky. Weekly. Forward Publishing 2192. FAX: (716)854-2198. Harlan C. Company, Inc. Abbey. Weekly. Kahaal Nahalot Israel. HADAROM (1957). 275 Seventh Ave., NYC, THE CALL (formerly WORKMEN'S CIRCLE 10001. (212)807-7888. Rabbi Gedalia Dov CALL) (1933). 45 E. 33 St., NYC, 10016. Schwartz. Annually. Hebrew. Rabbinical (212)889-6800. FAX: (212)532-7518. Diane Council of America. H. Merlin. Bimonthly. The Workmen's HADASSAH MAGAZINE (1914). 50 W. 58 St., Circle. NYC, 10019. (212)333-5946. FAX: (212)- 333-5967. Alan M. Tigay. Monthly (ex- CCAR JOURNAL: A REFORM JEWISH cept for combined issues of June-July and QUARTERLY (formerly JOURNAL OF RE- Aug.-Sept). Hadassah, the Women's FORM JUDAISM) (1953). 192 Lexington Zionist Organization of America. Ave., NYC, 10016. (212)684^990. FAX: (212)689-1649. Lawrence A. Englander. HADOAR (1921). 47 W. 34 St., Rm. 609, Quarterly. Central Conference of Ameri- NYC, 10001. (212)629-9443. FAX: (212)- can Rabbis. 629-9472. Shlomo Shamir, Yael Feldman. Biweekly. Hebrew. Hadoar Association, CIRCLE (1943). 15 E. 26 St., NYC, 10010- Inc. 1579. (212)532^949. FAX: (212)481-4174. Shirley Frank. Quarterly. Jewish Commu- HAMACHNE HACHAREIDI (1980). PO Box nity Centers Association of North America 216. Brooklyn, 11218. (718)438-1263. (formerly JWB). FAX: (718)438-1263. Rabbi Yisroel Eichler. Weekly. Khal Machzikei Hadas. COMMENTARY (1945). 165 E. 56 St., NYC, 10022. (212)751^000. FAX: (212)751- ISRAEL HORIZONS (1952). 224 W. 35 St., 1174. Norman Podhoretz, Neal Kozodoy. Rm. 403, NYC, 10001. (212)868-0386. Monthly. American Jewish Committee. Ralph Seliger. Quarterly. Americans for Progressive Israel. CONGRESS MONTHLY (1933). 15 E. 84 St., NYC, 10028. (212)879^500. Maier De- ISRAEL QUALITY (1976). 350 Fifth Ave., shell. Seven times a year. American Jewish Suite 1919, NYC, 10118. (212)971-0310. Congress. Beth Belkin. Quarterly. Government of Is- rael Trade Center and American-Israel CONSERVATIVE JUDAISM (1945). 3080 Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Broadway, NYC, 10027. (212)678-8049. Rabbi Shamai Kanter. Quarterly. Rabbini- JEWISH ACTION MAGAZINE (1950). 333 Sev- cal Assembly. enth Ave., 18th fl.,NYC , 10008. (212)563- 4000, X 146. Charlotte Friedland. Quar- CONTEMPORARY JEWRY (1974 under the terly. Union of Orthodox Jewish name JEWISH SOCIOLOGY AND SOCIAL Congregations of America. RESEARCH). Center for Jewish Studies, CUNY Graduate School and University JEWISH BOOK ANNUAL (1942). 15 E. 26 St., Center, 33 W. 42 St., NYC, 10036. (212)- NYC, 10010. (212)532^949. Jacob 790-4404. Paul Ritterband. Semiannually. Kabakoff. English-Hebrew-Yiddish. Jew- Association for the Social Scientific Study ish Book Council. of Jewry. JEWISH BOOK WORLD (1945). 15 E. 26 St., NYC, 10010. (212)532-4949. William ECONOMIC HORIZONS (1953). 350 Fifth Wollheim. Quarterly. Jewish Book Coun- Ave., Suite 1919, NYC, 10118. (212)971- cil. 0310. Ronny Bassan. Annually. American- Israel Chamber of Commerce and Indus- JEWISH BRAILLE INSTITUTE VOICE (1978). try, Inc. 110 E. 30 St., NYC, 10016. (212)889-2525. JEWISH PERIODICALS / 585

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ASHER, JOSEPH, rabbi; b. Heilbronn, Ger- ful Town, West Side Story, and Candide; many, Jan. 7, 1921; d. San Francisco, of ballets—Fancy Free and Dybbuk; of Calif., June 1, 1990; in U.S. since 1948. works on biblical and Jewish themes— Educ: Aytz Chaim Yeshivah, London; Jeremiah and Kaddish symphonies, Hebrew Union Coll., Cincinnati. Served Chichester Psalms, and Hebrew songs, as Australian Army WWII. Chaplain, DP well as Mass, song cycles, and scores for camps in Germany, 1946-47. Rabbi: Mel- films. Lectured and taught at Berkshire bourne, Aust.; Sarasota, Fla.; Tuscaloosa, Music Center in Tanglewood, Mass., and Ala.; Temple Emanu-El, Greensboro, on television. Musical adviser, Israel Phil- N.C., 1957-67; Temple Emanu-El, San harmonic, 1948-49; named laureate con- Francisco, Calif., 1967-86. Pres.: Pacific ductor in 1988. Rushed to Israel during Six Assn. of Reform Rabbis; N. Calif. Bd. of Day War, conducted IPO in a festive per- Rabbis; v.-pres., Amer. Jewish Cong., N. formance in the amphitheater on Mt. Calif. Region. Mem.: S.F. Conference on Scopus days after its liberation. Noted for Religion, Race, and Social Concern; bd. expressive podium style, exuberant person- govs., Hebrew Union Coll.-Jewish Inst. of ality, and left-leaning politics associated Religion. Active in the civil rights move- with late-'60s "radical chic." Recipient: ment and in the effort to promote German Fellow, Amer. Acad. and Inst. of Arts and Jewish dialogue. One of original appointees Letters and recip. of its Gold Medal; Gold to the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Council. Medal, City of Milan; Star of People's Author: "Isn't It Time We Forgave the Friendship Medal, German Democratic Germans?" {Look magazine, 1965). Recip- Republic; TV Emmy Award for N. Y. Phil- ient: West German Grand Cross of Merit; Festschrift in his memory: The Jewish Leg- harmonic Young People's Concerts; 2 acy and the German Conscience (1991). Grammy Awards. BERNSTEIN, MARVER H., professor, univer- BERNSTEIN, LEONARD, composer, conduc- sity administrator; b. Mankato, Minn., tor; b. Lawrence, Mass., Aug. 25, 1918; d. Feb. 7, 1919; d. Cairo, Egypt (in a hotel NYC, Oct. 14, 1990. Educ: Harvard U.; fire, along with his wife, Sheva Rosenthal Curtis Inst. Joined N.Y. Philharmonic as Bernstein), Mar. 1, 1990. Educ: U. Wis- asst. conductor, 1943; appointed music di- consin; Princeton U. (PhD). Budget exam- rector, N.Y. Philharmonic, 1959, the first iner and analyst, U.S. Bureau of the Bud- American-born conductor to head a major get, 1942-46; joined Princeton U. faculty orchestra and the youngest musical dir. 1946, rising from research assoc. in politics ever engaged by the NYP—a post he held to instr., asst. prof., 1948; assoc prof., for 10 years. Gifted and versatile com- 1954; prof., 1958-72; chmn. dept. of poli- poser: of musicals—On the Town, Wonder- tics, 1961-64; assoc. dir. Woodrow Wilson

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School of Public and Internatl. Affairs, psych., U. Chicago, 1944—47; assoc. prof. 1962-64; dean, 1964-69; prof, politics and 1947-52; prof. 1957-73; dir., Sonia Shank- public affairs, 1969-72. Pres., Brandeis U., man Orthogenic School, 1944-73, a treat- 1972-83; univ. prof, of philosophy and pol- ment center for emotionally disturbed chil- itics, Georgetown U., 1983-89. Mem.: dren, where he pioneered the creation of a presidential task forces on transportation "total therapeutic milieu." His The In- and on manpower for state and local govt.; formed Heart: Autonomy in a Mass Age legislative apportionment comm., State of (1960) and Surviving and Other Essays N.J.; bd. of trustees, Natl. Civil Service (1979) aroused controversy with his views League; bd. dir., WGBH Educ. Found.; on why some people survived concentra- U.S. Holocaust Memorial Council; tion camps while others perished. Author WETA, Washington; visiting com., John (in addition to the above): Love Is Not F. Kennedy School of Govt., Harvard U.; Enough (1950); Truants from Life (1954); Amer. studies adv. com., Amer. Council of The Empty Fortress: Infantile Autism and Learned Societies; comm. on internatl. the Birth of the Self (1967); The Uses of educ. relations, Amer. Council on Educ; Enchantment (1976); A Good Enough Par- task force on the sr. exec, service, 20th ent: A Book on Child-Rearing (1987); and Century Fund; and many other activities. other works. Consultant: Brookings Inst., U.S. Civil Service Comm., Natl. Acad. of Public BLAUSTEIN, MORTON K., business execu- Admin., the Israeli govt., and others. Pres.: tive, communal leader; b. Baltimore, Md., Natl. Found, for Jewish Culture, 1983-86; Oct. 20, 1926; d. Richmond, Va., Dec. 17, Amer. Professors for Peace in the Middle 1990. Educ: Johns Hopkins U., Stanford East, 1985; mem.: B'nai B'rith Natl. Hillel U. (PhD). A geologist by training, was as- Comm. 1966 on, its chmn. 1969-75; Inst. sociated since 1951 (since 1973 as chmn. for Jewish Policy Planning and Research, bd. and CEO) with family-owned Ameri- Synagogue Council of Amer., 1972-80; can Trading and Production Corp., origi- exec, council, Amer. Jewish Hist. Soc, nally a petroleum-related company that in 1973-85; internatl. council of Beth Hate- his tenure expanded into real estate, com- futsoth, 1981 on; internatl. council of B'nai munications, and other fields. Chmn., bd. B'rith, 1982-85; bd. of trustees, Recon- of overseers, Stanford U. dept of geology; structionist Rabbinical Coll., 1983-86; bd. mem.: Park School, Sinai Hospital, and trustee: Combined Jewish Philanthropies, Johns Hopkins U., Peale Museum, Balti- Greater Boston, 1978-83; Amer. Jewish more Civic Opera Co., Chamber of Com- Joint Distribution Com., 1978 on; Found, merce, all in Baltimore. Mem.: Natl. Petro- for Jewish Studies, Washington, D.C., leum Council; public policy com., 1984 on. Author: Regulating Business by Advertising Council; Governor's Comm. Independent Commission (1955); The Poli- to Study Maryland Hospital Costs. Fol- tics of Israel (1957); The Job of the Federal lowing in the footsteps of his father, Jacob, Executive (1958); co-author, American De- served in various positions in the Amer. mocracy (various eds. since 1951); and nu- Jewish Com.: as natl. v.-pres. for 9 years, merous scholarly articles. Recipient: Mem. as chmn. its natl. exec, council, chmn. Bal- Natl. Acad. Public Admin.; fellow, Amer. timore chap., mem. admin, council of Acad. Arts and Sciences; hon. doctorates: Jacob Blaustein Inst. for the Advancement Jewish Theol. Sem. of Amer., Northeast- of Human Rights (which he helped found), ern U., Duquesne U., Brandeis U., Hebrew and endower of the Hilda Katz Blaustein Union Coll., Baltimore Hebrew Coll. Leadership Development Program. Bd. mem.: Conf. on Jewish Material Claims BETTELHEIM, BRUNO, psychoanalyst, au- Against Germany; Memorial Found, for thor; b. Vienna, Austria, Aug. 28, 1903; d. Jewish Culture; Amer. Associates Ben-Gu- Silver Spring, Md., March 13, 1990; in U.S. rion U. of the Negev. Benefactor: Ben-Gu- since 1939. Educ: U. Vienna. After intern- rion U. of the Negev and bd. mem. its ment of more than a year in the concentra- American Associates; Judaic Studies Pro- tion camps of Dachau and Buchenwald gram, Yale U. Mem. exec com. and bd. was released at the intervention of Eleanor dirs. and treas., the Jewish Fed. of Balti- Roosevelt and Herbert Lehman. Research more, more than 25 years; rep. Amer. Jew- assoc, Progressive Educ. Assn., U. Chi- ish Com., Baltimore Jewish Council, 1956— cago, 1939-41; assoc prof., psych., Rock- 70. ford Coll., 1942^4; asst. prof., educ. 592 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

BLOOM, ALBERT W., journalist; b. Pitts- head counselor, Camp Tabor, Camp Car- burgh, Pa., Aug. 9, 1918; d. Pittsburgh, melia. Co-author: Children of the Emek Pa., Jan. 27, 1990. Educ: Duquesne U.; (1931); Children of Freedom (1953); Six Columbia U. School of Journalism. Served Day Warriors (1969); and several text- U.S. Air Force, WWII (lt.-col. reserve; books. retired). Copy ed., Washington Times Her- ald, 1945^7; reporter and ed., Pittsburgh COPLAND, AARON, composer; b. Brooklyn, Post-Gazette, 1947-62; journalism instr., N.Y., Nov. 14, 1900; d. N. Tarrytown, Duquesne U., 1947-62; founding ed., exec, N.Y., Dec. 2, 1990. Educ: Private musical ed., ed. emer., Pittsburgh Jewish Chronicle, instruction in U.S. and France. Regarded 1962-90; instr., U. of Pittsburgh, 1963-78. as "the dean of American composers," was Pres.: Amer. Jewish Press Assn.; Young also a noted pianist, conductor, teacher, Peoples Synagogue; co-chmn., Amer. advocate of American music, and an inspi- Zionist Fed.; bd. mem.: Hebrew Inst. of ration to generations of younger American Pittsburgh; Hillel Acad. of Pittsburgh. Re- composers. His Symphony for Organ and cipient: Simon Rockower Award; Joseph Orchestra premiered in N.Y. in 1925. Polakoff Award; Duquesne U. Distin- Seeking to make modern music more ac- guished Alumnus Award; Smolar Award; cessible, created "a homespun musical honored by Hebrew Inst. MEAH Club, idiom" that often included folk tunes. B'nai B'rith McKeesport Lodge, and Among his best-known works from this pe- March of Dimes; Chinese Combat Com- riod: El Salon Mexico (1936) and the bal- mand commendation, 1945. lets Billy the Kid (1938), Rodeo (1942), and Appalachian Spring (1944), and con- BOKSER, BARUCH, professor, rabbi; b. Wal- cert pieces like Fanfare for the Common tham, Mass., July 25, 1945; d. NYC, July Man and Lincoln Portrait (both 1942). 12, 1990. Educ: U. Pa.; Jewish Theol. Among his works on Jewish themes are the Sem. of Amer.; Brown U. (PhD). Asst. trio Vitebsk: Study on a Jewish Theme prof, rabbinics and Judaic studies, U. (1929), and In the Beginning (1947). Pres., Calif, Berkeley, 1974-82; assoc. prof., Amer. Composers' Alliance, 1937-45; Dropsie Coll. (Annenberg Inst.), 1982-85; mem. exec, bd., League of Composers; fac- prof., Talmud and rabbinics, JTS, 1986 on. Author: Samuel's Commentary on theMish- ulty mem. for 25 years, Berkshire Music nah (1975); Post Mishnaic Judaism in Center at Tanglewood; first Amer. com- Transition (1980); Origins of the Seder poser to deliver the Norton lectures at Har- (1984); ed., The History of Judaism: The vard U., 1951. Author: The New Music Next Ten Years (1980). Mem. edit, bd., (1968), a two-vol. autobiog., and other Jewish Quarterly Review; bd. mem., Assn. works. Recipient: Pulitzer Prize (for Ap- for Jewish Studies; mem.: Soc. of Bibl. Lit.; palachian Spring); Academy Award for Amer. Acad. of Religion; World Union of score for motion picture The Heiress Jewish Studies. Ready for publication at (1948); mem., Amer. Acad. of Arts and time of his death: a transl. and explanation Letters; Presidential Medal of Freedom of Tractate pesahim of the Palestinian Tal- (1964); Henry Howland Memorial Prize, mud. Author of scholarly studies in vari- Yale U.; Gold Baton, Amer. Symphony ous volumes, as well as articles and re- Orchestra League; Kennedy Center views, and contrib. to The Encyclopedia of Award; the Queens Coll. School of Music Religion. named for him in 1981.

BRAVERMAN, LIBBIE L., educator, author; b. COUSINS, NORMAN, writer, editor; b. Union Boston, Mass., Dec. 20, 1900; d. Cleve- Hill, N.J., June 24, 1915; d. Los Angeles, land, Ohio, Dec. ?, 1990. Educ: Western Calif., Nov. 30, 1990. Educ: Teachers Reserve U.; Harvard U., U. Pittsburgh. Coll., Columbia U. Educ. writer, N. Y. Eve- Educ. dir., Euclid Ave. (Fairmount) Tem- ning Post, 1934-35; lit. ed. and mng. ed., ple, Cleveland, Ohio, 1946-52; Temple Current History magazine, 1935-40; ed., Sinai, Stamford, Conn., 1966-67. Mem. Saturday Review, 1940-71 and 1973-77; bd. govs., Cleveland Coll. Jewish Studies; chmn. bd. eds., 1978; ed. emer. 1980 on; hon. natl. bd. mem., Hadassah; v.-pres., founding ed., World magazine, 1972-73. Natl. Council for Jewish Educ; pres.: Adj. prof., dept. psychiatry and behavioral Ohio-Mich.-Ind. Religious Teachers science, UCLA, 1980s. Hon. pres., United Assn.; Central States region of Hadassah; World Federalists; bd. chmn., Natl. Educ. OBITUARIES / 593

Television; co-chmn., Citizens Com. for a rial Award, Chicago Jewish Fed., and Nuclear Test Ban Treaty; mem., Hiro- many other honors. shima Peace Center Assn.; trustee: Charles F. Kettering Found., Menninger Found., DAVIS, SAMMY, JR., entertainer; b. NYC, Ruth Mott Found. Organized medical Dec. 8, 1925; d. Beverly Hills, Calif., May treatment in U.S. for 24 "Hiroshima Maid- 16, 1990. Served US Army, WWII. The ens"; after recovering from a life-threaten- son of vaudeville stars, began performing ing illness, became an advocate of holistic on stage in childhood; became an interna- healing. Author: more than two dozen tionally acclaimed singer, dancer, impres- books, incl. Modern Man Is Obsolete sionist. Youngest member of the Will Mas- (1945); Who Speaks for Man (1953); In tin Trio, 1930-48; star of hotel and Place of Folly (1961); The Improbable Tri- nightclub shows, television, Broadway umvirate (1972); Anatomy of an Illness shows {Mr. Wonderful, 1956), 20 films: (1983); and Head First: The Biology of Benny Goodman Story (1956); Porgy and Hope (1989). Recipient: Albert Schweitzer Bess (1959); Sergeants Three (1962); Salt Prize for Humanitarianism; Japan Niwano and Pepper (1968); Sweet Charity (1968); Peace Prize; Eleanor Roosevelt Peace Tap (1989), and scores of hit recordings. Award; Peace Medal, UN; Magazine Pub- Converted to Judaism in late 1950s after an lisher of the Year; and many other awards automobile accident in which he lost an and hon. doctorates. eye; claimed to have found "an affinity" between Jews and blacks as oppressed peo- ples. Author (with others) of three au- CROWN, HENRY (KRINSKY), business execu- tobiog. vols.: Yes I Can (1965); Hollywood tive, philanthropist; b. Chicago, 111., June 13, 1896; d. Chicago, 111., Aug. 14, 1990. in a Suitcase (1980); Why Mel (1989). Served U.S. Army, WWII (achieving rank of colonel). A rags-to-riches figure, left DAWIDOWICZ, LUCY S., professor, writer; b. school in 8th grade and went on to build NYC, June 16, 1915; d. NYC, Dec. 5, one of America's largest fortunes—in ho- 1990. Educ: Hunter Coll.; Columbia U.; tels, real estate, railroads, coal, sugar, the postgrad, research fellow, YIVO Inst., aerospace industry, and other fields. Clerk, Vilna, 1938-39. Asst. to research dir., Chicago Fire Brick Co., 1910-12; traffic YIVO Inst., NYC, 1940-46; Joint Distri- mgr., Union Drop Forge Co., 1912-16; bution Com. educ. officer, DP camps, Ger- partner, S.R. Crown & Co., 1916-19; treas. many, 1946-47; research analyst, Amer. Material Service Corp. (building materi- Jewish Com., 1948-68, and research dir., als), 1919-21, pres. 1921-41, chmn. bd. 1968-69; assoc. prof, and prof., social hist., 1941-59; dir., chmn. exec, com., General Yeshiva U., 1969-78; prof., Holocaust Dynamics Corp., 1959-66, 1970-86; hon. studies, Yeshiva U., 1970-78. Visiting chmn., 1986 on; chmn. bd. Henry Crown prof.: SUNY Albany, Stanford U.; Spindel & Co., 1967; past dir. Hilton Hotels, Wal- lect., Bowdoin Coll.; Rudolph lect., Syra- dorf Astoria Corp. Mem. Chicago CD cuse U. Founder and pres., Fund for the Corps.; trustee, Chicago Boys Clubs; Translation of Jewish Literature; bd. mem.: bd. trustees, DePaul U.; U. 111. Citi- mem.: Friends of the Library of the Jewish zens. Com., Loyola U. Citizens Bd., Theol. Sem. of Amer.; Leo Baeck Inst.; Northwestern U. Assn. Benefactor: North- Conf. on Jewish Social Studies; mem.: western U., Stanford U., Brandeis U., Mu- Assn. for Jewish Studies, Amer. Hist. seum of Science and Industry (Washing- Assn., Amer. Jewish Hist. Soc. A pioneer ton, D.C.), Hadassah, Jerusalem in the field of Holocaust studies and author Foundation, Technion-Israel Inst. of Tech- of a classic text, The War Against the Jews nology, Tel Aviv U., Hebrew U. of Jerusa- 1933-1945 (1975). Her experiences as a lem, Weizmann Inst., UJA, Thanks to researcher in prewar and in post- Scandinavia, and others. Recipient: hon. war Germany, where she helped to reclaim doctorates from Syracuse U., Brown U., the YIVO library and archives captured by Northwestern U., Jewish Theol. Sem. of the Nazis, were described in a memoir, Amer., and others; U.S. Legion of Merit, From That Place and Time (1989). Author French Legion d'Honneur; Greek Gold (in addition to the works cited above): The Cross; Nicaraguan Order Ruben Dario; Golden Tradition: Jewish Life and Thought Horatio Alger Award, Amer. Schools and in Eastern Europe (1967); A Holocaust Colleges Assn.; Julius Rosenwald Memo- Reader (1976); The Jewish Presence: Es- 594 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

says on Identity and History (1977); The tled in Israel, 1975. Mem.: Rabbinical As- Holocaust and the Historians (1981); On sembly; Educators' Assembly; Natl. Coun- Equal Terms: Jews in America, 1981-1991 cil for Jewish Educ; N.Y. Bd. of Rabbis; (1982); articles in Commentary (39 pieces Histadruth Ivrith. Recipient: Hon. doctor- between 1951 and 1990) and other periodi- ate, Jewish Theol. Sem. of Amer. cals. Co-author, Politics in a Pluralist De- FINE, PHIL DAVID, attorney; b. Brookline, mocracy (1963); co-ed., For Max Wein- Mass., Aug. 20, 1925; d. Boston, Mass., reich; Studies in Jewish Language, July 31, 1990. Educ: Northeastern U., Literature and Society (1964). Recipient: Norwich U.; Boston U. Founding partner, Guggenheim fellowship, 1976; Anis- Fine and Ambrogne, 1959; partner, White, field-Wolf Prize (for The War Against the Fine & Verville, Boston, 1967 on. Deputy Jews); Disting. Achievement Award, admin., Small Business Admin. (1961-62); Hunter Coll. Alumni Assn.; National Jew- bd. chmn.: Commonwealth Natl. Corp., ish Book Award (for From That Place and Stadium Realty Trust, Commonwealth Time); hon. doctorates: Kenyon Coll., Bank & Trust Co. Prominent in the cre- HUC-JIR, Monmouth Coll., Yeshiva IL, ation of such Boston developments as Fa- Spertus Coll. of Judaica. neuil Hall Market, Foxboro Stadium, and Exchange Place. Mem.: bd. govs. Mass. DOBIN, RUBIN R., rabbi, business executive; Genl. Hosp.; trustee: Newton Public Li- b. Brooklyn, N.Y., Oct. 12, 1915; d. Miami brary; Boston U. Pres. and chmn., Amer. Beach, Fla., Sept. 11, 1990. Educ: U. Jewish Hist. Soc; consultant, Texas, Rutgers U., Hebrew Theol. Sem. Project, Jerusalem. (ord.), Yeshiva U., Touro Coll,, Fla. Inter- natl. U. (PhD). Chaplain, U.S. Army, FINEBERG, S. ANDHIL, rabbi, communal WWII. Founder, with his brother, of "Two worker; b. Pittsburgh, Pa., Nov. 29, 1896; Guys" chain of discount stores on Long d. Mt. Vernon, N.Y., Feb. 24, 1990. Educ. Island after the war. Founding rabbi, U. Cincinnati; HUC-JIR; Columbia U. Hewlett-E. Rockaway (N.Y.) Jewish Cen- (PhD). Served U.S. Marine Corps, WWI. ter; trustee: Cong. Shaaray Tefila, Law- Rabbi: Niagara Falls, N.Y., 1920-24; rence, N.Y.; Hebrew Inst. of Long Island. Pittsburgh, Pa., 1924-26; White Plains, Founder and rabbi emer., Young Israel of N.Y., 1926-29; Sinai Temple, Mt. Vemon, Sunny Isles (Fla.); sr. v.-pres., Hebrew N.Y., 1929-37; natl. chaplain, Jewish War Acad. of Greater Miami. Active in POW- Veterans, 1932-36. Natl. community rela- MIA movement during Vietnam War and tions consultant, Amer. Jewish Com., in Israel after 1973 Yom Kippur War. 1939-64; consultant, Natl. Conf. Chris- Natl. chmn., Operation Recognition, tians and Jews, 1965-78; coord., N.Y. In- which seeks to have the Internatl. Com. of terracial Colloquy, 1966-78. Pres. Natl. Red Cross recognize Magen David Adorn Assn. Jewish Comunity Workers; chmn., in Israel and its emblem, the red star of professional standards com., Natl. Assn. of David; natl. coord., Americans for Haga- Intergroup Relations Officials. Author: nah, during Israel's War of Independence; Biblical Myth and Legend, Overcoming active in many Jewish organizations, incl. Anti-Semitism, The Rosenberg Case, De- Bar Ilan U., JNF, Synagogue Council of frauding Minority Groups, The Fallacies of Amer., Union of Orthodox Jewish Congs. Communism, Deflating the Professional Recipient: awards from JNF, Israel Bonds, Bigot, and numerous magazine articles. UJA, N.J. Conf. of Christians and Jews, Recipient: hon. doctorate, HUC-JIR; An- and many other honors. isfield-Wolf Literary Award.

ENDE, GEORGE, rabbi, educator; b. Brook- FREEHOF, SOLOMON B., rabbi, scholar; b. lyn, N.Y., Jan. 12, 1912; d. Rehovot, Is- London, England, Aug. 8, 1892; d. Pitts- rael, Jan. 11, 1990. Educ: Yeshivat Rabbi burgh, Pa., June 12, 1990; in U.S. since Chaim Berlin; Long Island U.; CCNY; 1903. Educ: U. Cincinnati; Hebrew Union Yale U.; Jewish Inst. of Religion (ord.). Coll. Chaplain, U.S. Army in Europe, Dir., Hillel Founds., Tuscaloosa, Ala., and WWI. Teacher, HUC, 1915-24; rabbi: Burlington, Vt.; asst. rabbi and educ. dir., Kehillat Anshe Maarav Temple, Chicago, Temple on the Heights, Cleveland, Ohio, 1924-34; Rodef Shalom Temple, Pitts- 1944-A1; prin., Marshalliah Hebrew H.S., burgh, 1934-68; emer. thereafter. Pres.: NYC, 1954-57 and 1960-64; consultant, World Union for Progressive Judaism; Jewish Educ. Com. of N.Y., 1947-72. Set- CCAR; mem.: exec bd. UAHC comm. on OBITUARIES / 595

Jewish education for Reform Judaism; Texts (1936); The Legend of King Keret Natl. Jewish Welfare Bd.; chmn., responsa (1947); Studies in Daniel (1948); Studies in com., CCAR. In the 1930s headed liturgy Koheleth (1950); A New Commentary on com. of the CCAR that led to publication Koheleth (1961); The Israelian Heritage of of 2-vol. Union Prayer Book and Union Judaism (1982); and articles in scholarly Home Prayer Book. Reform Judaism's au- journals. Co-author, new Jewish transla- thority on interpretation of Jewish reli- tion of the Torah (JPS); ed.-in-chief of new gious law; popular lecturer on Shakespeare JPS translations of The Five Megilloth and (on radio) and on Jewish topics. Author: Jonah (1969); and The Prophets (1972); 21 books, incl. Commentary on the Book of Bible ed., Encyclopedia Judaica; transl.: Psalms, Modern Jewish Practice, The Book Aramaic and Ugaritic works in Ancient of Job, Preface to Scripture, Stormers of Near Eastern Texts Relating to the Old Tes- Heaven, The Responsa Literature (1955), tament, ed. J.B. Pritchard. Recipient: Fel- Recent Reform Responsa (1963), A Trea- low, Amer. Acad. for Jewish Research; sury of Responsa (1963), Current Reform hon. mem., Acad. for Hebrew Lang., Jeru- Responsa (1969), and hundreds of articles. salem; hon. doctorate, JTS; 1978 Jubilee Recipient: 6 honorary degrees. Vol., Israel Exploration Soc, dedicated to him; Eretz Yisrael, vol. 14 (1982), contains FREIFELD, SHLOMO, rabbi; b. Brooklyn, 51 scholarly essays in his honor. N.Y., (?) 1924; d. Far Rockaway, N.Y., Oct. 6, 1990. Educ: Yeshiva Chaim Berlin. GLATZER, NAHUM N., professor, author; b. Long associated with Chaim Berlin as dean Lemberg, Austria, Mar. 25, 1903; d. Tuc- of students, in 1967 founded Sh'or Yoshuv son, Ariz., Feb. 27, 1990; in U.S. since Inst. of Jewish Studies, many of whose stu- 1938. Educ: Yeshivah, Frankfurt am dents are ba'alei teshuvah. Active mem., Main; U. Frankfurt (PhD). Lect., Jewish Torah Umesorah; Agudath Israel of religious history and ethics, U. Frankfurt America. am Main, 1932-33; ed., Schocken Verlag, 1928-33; teacher, Reali School, Haifa, GARTENBERG, LEO, hotel owner, author; b. 1933-38; ed., Schocken Books, NY., Ungvar, Hungary, Dec. 13, 1906; d. Suff- 1939^6, ed.-in-chief, 1947-51, and sr. ed. ern, N.Y., Oct. 29, 1990; in U.S. since 1921 adviser thereafter. Prof., Jewish history, (?). Owner of number of hotels, including Yeshiva U., 1948-50; assoc. prof., Bran- the popular Catskill Mountain resort, Pio- deis U., 1950-56; prof., 1957-73; chmn., neer Country Club. Co-founder, Pioneer dept. of Near Eastern and Judaic studies, Milk Fund; Aguda Benevolent Soc, Free 1957-68; prof, Boston U., 1973-86. Mem.: Loan Societies of Israel; pres. Children's ed. com., Jewish Publication Soc; ed. bd., Town, Jerusalem; bd. mem.: Chil- German Historical-Critical Edition of The dren's Home; Agudath Israel; active with Complete Works of Franz Kafka; bd. dirs., Vaad Rescue Com. in WWII. Leo Baeck Inst.; Amer. Acad. of Arts and Weekly columnist for and Sciences; Amer. Soc. for the Study of Reli- author of 15 books. gion. Author: The Tannaite View of His- GINSBERG, HAROLD LOUIS ("H.L."), profes- tory; History of the Talmudic Age; Hillel sor; b. Montreal, Canada, Dec. 6, 1903; d. the Elder; In Time and Eternity; The Di- NYC, Oct. 6, 1990; in U.S. since 1936. mensions of Job: A Study and Selected Educ: U. London (PhD); Hebrew U., Je- Readings; Franz Rosenzweig: His Life and rusalem. Visiting prof., Bible, Jewish Thought; The Judaic Tradition: Jewish Theol. Sem. of Amer., 1936-37; lect., Writing from Antiquity to the Modern Age; 1937-40; Sabato Morais Prof, of Biblical The Loves of Franz Kafka; Language of Hist, and Lit., 1941 on. Visiting prof.: He- Faith: A Selection from the Most Expressive brew U., U. Pa., Yale U., U. Calif-Berke- Jewish Prayers. Ed.: numerous antholo- ley, Columbia U., Dropsie Coll. V.-pres., gies, incl. Hammer on the Rock: A Midrash Amer. Acad. for Jewish Research; hon. Reader; Twenty-One Stories by S. Y. pres. and mem. ed. com., Eastern sect., Agnon; On Judaism and On the Bible: Soc. Bibl. Lit. and Exegesis; treas., Amer. Eighteen Studies by Martin Buber; The Friends of Israel Exploration Soc; trustee, Letters of Martin Buber; Modern Jewish Kohut Found., mem.: council, World Thought: A Source Reader; and the En- Union of Jewish Studies; publication com., glish editions of works by Franz Kafka, Jewish Publication Soc; Amer. Schools of incl. The Complete Stories of Franz Kafka Oriental Research. Author: The Ugarit and Parables and Paradoxes. Recipient: 596 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

Fellow, Amer. Acad. for Jewish Research; United (1956); The Defenses of Freedom: Guggenheim Fellow; B'nai B'rith Award The Published Papers of Arthur J. Goldberg for Excellence in Literature. (1966); EqualJustice: The Warren Era of the Supreme Court (1982); and numerous GOLDBERG, ARTHUR J., Supreme Court jus- articles in law reviews and general publica- tice, public official; b. Chicago, 111., Aug. 8, tions. Recipient: Presidential Medal of 1908; d. Washington, D.C., Jan. 19, 1990. Freedom, 1978; hon. doctorates: Amherst Educ: Chicago City Coll.; Northwestern Coll., Bar-Ilan U., Bowdoin Coll., Bran- U. (JD). Served OSS, U.S. Army, WWII. deis U., Catholic U. Amer., Howard U., Assoc, various law firms, 1929-33; opened Princeton U., Fordham U., Tel Aviv U., own practice 1933, representing Chicago and many others. Newspaper Guild and other unions; sr. partner: Goldberg, Devoe, Shadur & GREENBERG, TONI, arts administrator; com- Mikva, Chicago, 1945-61; Goldberg, munal worker; b. Free City of Danzig, Feller & Bredhoff, Washington, 1952-61; May 22, 1925; d. NYC, Dec. 1, 1990; in genl. counsel: United Steel Workers of U.S. since 1937. Educ: NYU; Columbia Amer., 1948-61; CIO, 1948-55; special U. Asst. to pres., Mannes Coll. of Music, counsel, AFL-CIO, 1955-61 (and princi- 1966-70; acting dir., NYU Inst. for the pal architect of the AFL-CIO merger); Humanities, late '70s; exec, dir., Amer. sec, U.S. Dept. of Labor, Kennedy admin., Music Center; pres., New York Pro 1961-62; assoc. justice, U.S. Supreme Musica (founded by her husband, Noah Court, 1962-65; permanent U.S. rep. to Greenberg). Mem., bd govs., Hebrew U. of UN, Johnson admin., 1965-68; sr. partner, Jerusalem; trustee: Skidmore Coll., YIVO Paul Weiss, Goldberg, Rifkin, Wharton & Inst., PEF Israel Endowment Fund; con- Garrison, 1968-71; private law practice, sultant, Hebrew Arts Center, NYC. In- Washington, 1971 on; ambassador-at- strumental in estab. of Jacob Perlow Hos- large, Carter admin., 1977-78. As a labor pice Program of Beth Israel Medical lawyer, credited with winning major gains Center, NYC; Jacob Perlow fellowship at for labor, ridding the AFL-CIO of corrupt Yale U. for visiting Israeli scholars; and unions, and developing an ethical practice the Jacob Perlow Fund at the N.Y. Public code; as Sec. of Labor, worked energeti- Library. Recipient: Defender of Jerusalem cally to settle labor disputes, esp. a 1961 Award, 1990, and other honors. N.Y. harbor strike and a 1962 steel crisis. On the Supreme Court, where he was a HALKIN, ABRAHAM, professor; b. Novo- liberal replacing the conservative Felix Bykhov, Russia, June 12, 1903; d. Jerusa- Frankfurter, was seen as moving the court lem, Israel, March 9, 1990; in U.S. since in a more activist direction and as an inno- 1914. Educ: Columbia Coll.; Columbia U. vative jurist. At the UN, had a role in (PhD). Lect., Semitics, Columbia U., drafting Security Council Resolution 242 1928-50; asst. prof, Hebrew, Brooklyn after the Six Day War, but was frustrated Coll., 1939^5; prof., Hebrew, City U. in efforts to involve the UN in ending Viet- N.Y., 1938-70; prof., history, Jewish nam War. Ran unsuccessfully for gov. of Theol. Sem. of Amer., 1929-77. Sec (for N.Y. in 1970. Chmn., UN Assn. U.S., many years), Amer. Acad. for Jewish Re- 1968-70; hon. chmn. thereafter; chmn., search and ed. its Proceedings; mem. exec, Center for Law and Social Policy, 1968— com.: World Union of Jewish Studies; 69; hon. chmn. 1971 on; chmn. bd. Inter- Amer. Oriental Soc; Soc of Bibl. Lit.; natl. Educ. Assn., 1969-70. Pres.; Amer. Medieval Soc. of Amer.; ZOA. Moved to Jewish Com., 1969-70, hon. pres. thereaf- Israel in 1977, on retirement. Author: Mos- ter; hon. chmn., Amer. Friends of Hebrew lem Schisms and Sects (1936); Maimo- U.; chmn., Truman Center for the Ad- nides' Epistle to Yemen (1952); Zion in vancement of Peace (Jerusalem), 1968-71; Jewish Literature (1961); Ibn Aknin's Ara- chmn. bd.: Jewish Theol. Sem. of Amer., bic Commentary on the Song of Songs 1965-69; Synagogue Council of America, (1963); and articles in learned journals. 1968-71; hon. pres., Internatl. Assn. Jew- One of six scholars who wrote Great Ages ish Lawyers and Jurists. In 1983 chaired and Ideas of the Jewish People. Recipient: comm. to study role of U.S. Jewry during Fellow, Amer. Acad. for Jewish Research. the Holocaust. Regarded as a significant behind-the-scenes advocate for Israel and HALPERN, BEN, professor; b. Boston, Mass., world Jewry. Author: AFL-CIO Labor Apr. 10, 1912; d. Boston, Mass., May 5, 1990. Educ: Harvard Coll., Hebrew OBITUARIES / 597

Teachers Coll., Harvard U. (PhD). Natl. Meir Leadership Award; Humanitarian sec., Hechalutz Org., 1936-37; lived in Award, Internatl. Physicians for Preven- Palestine 1938-39; ed., Inst. of Jewish Af- tion of Nuclear War; Emma Lazarus fairs, World Jewish Cong., 1941-45; man- Statue of Liberty Award, Amer. Jewish aging ed., Jewish Frontier, 1943-49; assoc. Hist. Soc; and numerous other awards and dir., educ. and info, depts., and publica- honors. tions, Jewish Agency, 1949-56; research assoc, Harvard Center for Middle East HECHT, JACOB J., rabbi; b. Brooklyn, N.Y., Studies, 1956 on; joined Brandeis U. fac- Nov. 3, 1923; d. Greenfield Park, N.Y., ulty 1962; prof., Jewish and Zionist hist., Aug. 5, 1990. Educ: Rabbinical Coll. 1968-80. Mem.: Jewish Agency Exec., ; Mesivta Torah Amer. sect.; bd. of trustees, Hebrew Coll., Vodaath; Yeshiva Rabbi Chaim Berlin. Boston; bd. govs., Tel Aviv U. Author: The Rabbi, Cong. Yeshiva Rabbi Meir Simcha American Jew: A Zionist Analysis (1956, Hacohen of E. Flatbush, for 50 years; exec, 1988); The Idea of a Jewish State (1961); v.-pres., Natl. Com. for Furtherance of Jews and Blacks (1971); Essays in Modern Jewish Educ. since 1946; dean, Hadar Jewish History (1982); A Clash of Heroes: Hatorah Rabbinical Coll. for men and Ma- Brandeis, Weizmann and American Zion- chon Chana Inst. of Higher Learning for ism (1987), and numerous essays and arti- women; exec, v.-pres., Iranian Jewish Chil- cles. Recipient: Guggenheim Fellowship; dren's Fund; pres., various children's hon. doctorates from Gratz Coll., Tel Aviv camps; official interpreter for Lubavitcher U. Rebbe's broadcast discourses; host, "Shema Yisrael" radio show, station HAMMER, ARMAND, business executive, phi- WEVD; columnist, the Jewish Press. Pres., lanthropist; b. NYC, May 21, 1898; d. Los Rabbinic Bd. E. Flatbush; chmn., Rab- Angeles, Calif., Dec. 10, 1990. Educ: Co- binic Court of E. Flatbush; hon. chaplain, lumbia U. (BS, MD). Pres.: Allied Amer. Kings County Jewish War Veterans; Corp., NYC, 1923-25; A. Hammer Pencil mem., President's Task Force on Volunta- Co., NYC, London, and Moscow, 1925- rism; exec, mem., Morality in Media; 30; Hammer Galleries, NYC, 1930 on; v.-chmn., Jewish Political Actions Com.; J.W. Dant Distilling Co., 1943-54; Mutual mem., Assn. of Orthodox Jewish Scien- Broadcasting System, 1957-58; chmn. bd., tists; exec, mem., Rabbinical Alliance of chief exec, off., Occidental Petroleum Amer.; mem. bd. dirs., N.Y. Council of Corp., Los Angeles, 1957 on; chmn., M. Charitable Orgs.; del.: White House Conf. Knoedler & Co., 1972 on; dir. and investor on Educ, White House Conf. on Aging; in many companies. A controversial figure mem., Governor's Suicide Prevention because of his ties to Soviet leaders and Com. Author: Brimstone and Fire, numer- advocacy of world peace and nuclear disar- ous teachers' guides, and publications on mament. Kept his Israeli connections such topics as morality, violence, pornog- quiet, presumably because of oil dealings raphy, blockbusting, and intermarriage. with Libya, but became a close friend of Recipient: Cert, of Merit, Kings County Menachem Begin, helped secure the re- Council of JWV; State of N.Y. Citation; lease of two lifetime refuseniks, David Educator of the Year Award, Assn. of Goldfarb and Ida Nudel, and engaged in Teachers of N.Y.; and other honors. private diplomacy on behalf of Soviet Jews. A lifelong art collector and dealer, built a HEXTER, MAURICE B., organization execu- museum in his name in L.A. to house his tive, communal worker; b. Cincinnati, art collection. Benefactor: Columbia U., Ohio, June 30, 1891; d. NYC, Oct. 28, Metropolitan Museum of Art, Natl. Gal- 1990. Educ: U. Cincinnati; Harvard U. lery of Art, and other museums; cancer (PhD). Exec, dir., Milwaukee Fed. of Jew- research centers at the Salk Inst. and Co- ish Charities, 1915-17; supt., United Jew- lumbia U.; Assaf Harofeh Med. Center, Is- ish Charities, Cincinnati, 1917-19; exec, rael; Pacific Jewish Center; Jerusalem Coll. dir., Fed. of Jewish Charities, Boston, of Technology. Author: Hammer (au- 1919-29; instr., tutor, social ethics dept., tobiog., 1987). Recipient: National Medal Harvard U., 1921-29; lect., School of So- for the Arts, 1987; Soviet Order of Friend- cial Work, Simmons Coll., 1921-29; sec, ship Among Peoples, 1978; Maimonides Joint Palestine Survey Comm., 1927-29. Award, Los Angeles Jewish Community; Moved to Jerusalem, 1929, to direct Pales- John Jay Award, Columbia Coll.; Golda tine Emergency Fund, 1929-38, to oversee 598 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

rebuilding of homes destroyed in Arab ergy physics lab, Stanford, 1967-74; John riots. Non-Zionist mem. exec, Jewish Fluke Mfg. Co., 1979-88. Mem. bd. govs.: Agency for Palestine, 1929-38, and head of Technion-Israel Inst. of Technology; its colonization dept., 1935-38; mem. Weizmann Inst. of Science. Recipient: negotiating comm. with British cabinet, Nobel Prize, 1961, for research in nuclear 1930-31; Jewish Agency rep., Palestine particles, providing the first "reasonably" Royal Comm., 1936-37. Returned to U.S. consistent picture of the atomic nucleus; and joined staff of Fed. of Jewish Philan- Ford and Guggenheim fellowships; U.S. thropies of N.Y., 1938, as asst. to exec, Natl. Medal of Science; Townsend Harris v.-pres.; co-exec, v.-pres. (with Joseph Wil- Medal, CCNY; and many other awards. A len), 1941-67; exec, consultant, 1967 on. physics lab at Brandeis U. named in his Pres., Natl. Conf. of Jewish Social Workers honor. (1924); Dominican Republic Settlement Assn. (1941); mem.: advisory bd. to wel- KAHANE, MEIR (MARTIN), rabbi, political fare commissioner of N.Y.; NYC Council activist; b. Brooklyn, N.Y., Aug. 1, 1932; Against Poverty; grants com., Silberman d. NYC, Nov. 5, 1990 (assassinated in a Found.; v.-pres., treas., Henry Kaufmann Manhattan hotel). Educ: Mirrer Yeshiva, Found.; chmn. bd. of overseers, Florence Brooklyn; Brooklyn Coll.; New York U. Heller School for Advanced Studies in So- Law School. Rabbi, Howard Beach, cial Work; trustee, Brandeis U.; Amer. Queens, mid-1950s; free-lance journalist; Friends of Hebrew U. Credited with bring- co-founder (with Joseph Churba), Consul- ing about many social reforms and innova- tant Research Assn., 1963, a think tank tions in communal services; a key figure in collecting information for U.S. intelligence founding schools of social work at Hunter and other orgs. Under the name Michael Coll., Brandeis U., and Yeshiva U.; an ac- King, wrote occasional sports stories for tive sculptor in his later years, whose Brooklyn Daily and infiltrated John Birch works won critical acclaim. Benefactor: Soc. for the FBI. In 1965 founded short- Mt. Sinai Medical Center; Jersey City State lived Fourth of July movement (reportedly Coll.; Usdan Center for the Creative and with govt. funding), to build support for Performing Arts; Jewish Home and Hospi- Vietnam War on college campuses; assoc. tal for the Aged. Recipient: award in his ed., Brooklyn Jewish Press, 1967-68; co- name at Hunter Coll. School of Social author (with Churba), The Jewish Stake in Work; chairs in his name at Hebrew U. of Vietnam, 1968. In response to increase in Jerusalem (in internatl. relations and Mid- anti-Semitic incidents in New York, dle East studies), at Mt. Sinai Medical Cen- founded Jewish Defense League, 1968, an ter, N.Y. (in pulmonary medicine), and at org. devoted to self-defense and Jewish Brandeis U. (in philanthropy). pride, whose motto "Never Again!" struck a responsive chord in Jews determined to prevent future Holocausts. Credited with HOENIG, MOSES H., attorney, communal calling attention to the plight of Soviet worker; b. NYC, Sept. 18, 1898; d. Long Jewry, the group was also condemned for Beach, N.Y., Oct. 30, 1990. Educ: St. bombing attacks and shootings directed at Lawrence U.; Brooklyn Law School. In Soviet facilities and officials. Kahane was private law practice for 70 years. Founding convicted in federal court in July 1971 on mem. and pres., Natl. Council of Young explosives charges; released on probation; Israel, 1926-57; pres., Brooklyn Jewish settled in Israel in September; returned to Community Council; mem. exec: Mizra- U.S. in 1974, when probation was revoked chi Org.; Amer. Jewish Cong. (1932-45); and he spent a year in prison. In Israel ed. Viewpoint magazine (Young Israel). founded political party, Kach ("Thus"), which advocated expulsion of Arabs and a HOFSTADTER, ROBERT, physicist; b. NYC, Torah state. Member Knesset, 1984-88, Feb. 5, 1915; d. Stanford, Calif., Nov. 17, when Kach was disqualified on the ground 1990. Educ: CCNY; Princeton U. (PhD). that it was racist and undemocratic. Ka- Served in WWII as physicist at Natl. Bu- hane was arrested more than 20 times on reau of Standards, working on anti-aircraft charges ranging from sedition to inciting weapons. Instr., physics: Princeton U., riots. One of the most controversial figures 1940^1; CCNY, 1941^2; physicist, in modern Jewish life, his potent mixture of Norden Lab. Corp., 1943-46; asst. prof., ultranationalism, religiosity, hatred of Princeton, 1946-50; assoc. prof., Stanford Arabs, and sanctioning of violence won U., 1950-54, prof., 1954-85; dir.: high en- OBITUARIES / 599

him ardent support as well as condemna- Rabbis. Instrumental in the revival of tion as a racist, both in U.S. and Israel. Cong. Ansche Chesed on Manhattan's West Side; a leader in the movement to KAHN, LOTHAR, professor; b. Rehlingen, allow ordination of women; accompanied Saarland (then France), June 1, 1922; d. A.J. Heschel on civil-rights marches in the W. Palm Beach, Fla., Jan. 23, 1990; in U.S. South in '60s. Author: numerous articles in since 1937. Educ: CCNY; Columbia U. various publications, incl. the AJYB. Re- (PhD). Ed., French military publications, cipient: hon. doctorates: JTS; HUC-JIR; U.S. War Dept., 1943-45; instr., Univ. vol. of essays in his honor, Perspectives on High School, Coll. of Educ, Ohio State U., Jews and Judaism (Rabbinical Assembly). 1945-46; asst. prof., assoc. prof., and prof., French, German, world lit., and philoso- KLEBAN, ANNA, administrator; b. Grodno phy, Central Conn. State Coll./U., 1946- (Russia), Aug. 1, 1899; d. Philadelphia, 87. Visiting prof: Trinity Coll.; Wesleyan Pa., Apr. 16, 1990; in U.S. since 1921. A U. Author: Mirrors of the Jewish Mind: A staff mem. of the library of the Jewish Gallery of Our Time (1968); Insight and Theol. Sem. of Amer. for over 50 years, Action: The Life and Work of Lion Feucht- first as personal sec. to Dr. Alexander wanger (1975); God: What Others Have Marx, later as dir. of community education Said About Him (1980); and numerous ar- and field activities. Known widely as a ticles and chapters in books, chiefly on knowledgeable, charming, and witty lec- German-Jewish literature and current turer on the library's collections, especially events. Coauthor: Elementary Conversa- the rare books; had a reading knowledge of tional German and other language text- seven languages and spoke five fluently. books; Book of Insults and Irreverent Quo- tations; Death in the Balance (on capital KRAMER, SAMUEL NOAH, professor; b. punishment). Recipient: hon. doctorate Zashkow, Russia, Sept. 28, 1897; d. Phila- (posth.), Johann Wolfgang Goethe U. of delphia, Pa., Nov. 26, 1990; in U.S. since Frankfurt, W. Germany; College Distin- 1906. Educ: Temple U.; Dropsie Coll.; U. guished Service Award, CCSC. Pa. (PhD). Served U.S. Army, WWI. Par- ticipated in archaeological expedition to Iraq, excavating Sumerian tablets, 1930; KELMAN, WOLFE, rabbi, communal worker; began transcribing tablets as a Guggen- b. Vienna, Austria, Nov. 27, 1923; d. NYC, heim fellow in Istanbul, 1931; as research June 26, 1990; in U.S. since 1946. Educ: asst. and assoc, worked on Assyrian dic- U. Toronto; Jewish Theol. Sem. of Amer. tionary being prepared at U. Chicago, Served Royal Canadian Air Force, WWII. 1932-39; joined U. Pa. faculty 1942; Clark Exec, v.-pres., Rabbinical Assembly, Research Prof., U. Pa., 1949-68. Prof., 1951-1990; dir., Louis Finkelstein Inst. for Amer. Schools of Oriental Research, Istan- Religious and Social Studies, 1990. Dir., bul and Baghdad, 1946-47; Fulbright re- Joint Placement Comra., the RA, United search prof., Turkey, 1951-52; Pattern Syn., and JTS, 1951-66; visiting prof., Found. Lect., Indiana U., 1968; visiting homiletics, JTS, 1967-73; adj. asst. prof., prof., U. Copenhagen, 1969-70. Mem.: Jewish hist., JTS, 1973-88; visiting prof., Amer. Oriental Soc, Archeological Inst. of Hebrew U., Jerusalem, 1984-85. Chmn., Amer., Soc. Bibl. Lit., Amer. Philosophi- World Jewish Cong., Amer. Sect., 1986- cal Soc, Amer. Anthropological Assn. Au- 90, as well as mem. its governing council, thor: Gilgamesh and the Huluppu Tree co-chmn. interreligious affairs com., chmn. (1938); Sumerian Mythology (1944); His- cultural comm.; v.-pres., Labor Zionist Al- tory Begins at Sumer: Thirty-Nine "Firsts" liance; non-govt. rep., U.S. Mission to UN; in Man's Recorded History (1959, reissued mem.: bd. govs., NY Bd. of Rabbis; bd. 1987); Cradle of Civilization (1967); In the dirs, HIAS; exec, Melton Research Center World of Sumer: An Autobiography (1986), and chmn. its acad. bd.; founding mem., and other works. Recipient: John Freder- Amer. Jewish World Service; mem. adv. ick Lewis Prize, Amer. Phil. Soc; several com., Jewish Fund for Justice; pres.; He- hon. degrees. brew Arts Found.; Com. of Neighbors Concerned with the Elderly, Their Rights KREEGER, DAVID LLOYD, insurance execu- and Needs. Active in Internatl. Com. on tive, philanthropist; b. NYC, Jan. 4, 1909; Jewish Religious Consultations, Syn. d. Washington, D.C., Nov. 18, 1990. Council of America, Natl. Jewish Commu- Educ: Rutgers U.; Harvard Law School. nity Relations Council, and N.Y. Bd. of Private law practice, 1932-34; U.S. govt., 600 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

1934—46; private practice, 1946-57; joined Kennedy: The Myth and the Man (1968); Govt. Employees Ins. Co. (GEICO) and It Didn't Start with Watergate (1977); Affiliates, 1957: sr. v.-pres., pres. bd., v. Never Complain, Never Explain: The Story chmn.; chmn. and CEO, 1957-74; chmn. of Henry Ford II (1981), and other works. exec, com., 1974-79; hon. bd. chmn., Co-author: Seeds of Treason (about Alger 1979-90. An internationally known art Hiss; 1950). collector and accomplished violinist. Pres., Natl. Symphony Orch., 1970-78; founder, LESTER, ELENORE; writer, editor; b. NYC, pres., and chmn., Washington Opera, (?), 1920; d. NYC, Sept. 9, 1990. Educ: 1980-90; pres., chmn., Corcoran Gallery Hunter Coll.; NYU. Reporter, Newark of Art, 1988-90; trustee, American U.; bd. Star-Ledger, 1951-64; free-lance writer mem: Georgetown U., Peabody Inst. of and critic, largely on theater and the arts; Music, Arena Stage, Dumbarton Oaks, after 1967, turned increasingly to Jewish Natl. Gallery. Pres., David Lloyd Kreeger subjects. Joined N.Y. Jewish Week in 1975, Charitable Found. Mem.: DC Comm. on rising to sr. ed. Wrote N. Y. Times Maga- Arts & Humanities; Fed. Res. Bd's. art zine cover story on Raoul Wallenberg, adv. panel. Natl. v.-pres., Amer. Jewish Mar. 30, 1980, and lectured widely on him. Com.; v.-pres., trustee, Washington He- Consultant, Jewish Women's Task Force, brew Cong. Recipient: Natl. Medal of Arts late 1970s; mem. founding com., Lilith (1990); Amer. U. Cyrus A. Ansary Award; magazine. Author: Raoul Wallenberg: The Georgetown U. John Carroll Medal; Man in the Iron Web. George Peabody Medal; Rutgers Hall of Distinguished Alumni; Corcoran Gallery LEVI, S. GERSHON, rabbi, translator; b. of Art Bronze Medal; and other honors. Toronto, Canada, June 13, 1908; d. Jerusa- lem, Israel, Apr. 4, 1990; in U.S. since 1929 (?). Educ: U. Toronto; Columbia U.; Jew- LASKER, HARRY, rabbi: b. NYC, Aug. 8, 1917; d. Elizabeth, N.J., Aug. 21, 1990. ish Theol. Sem. of Amer. Sr. Jewish chap- Educ: Brooklyn Coll., Jewish Inst. of Reli- lain, Canadian Armed Forces, WWII. gion (ord.). Rabbi, Fairmont, W. Va., Asst. rabbi, Shaar Hashomayim Cong., 1940-43; part-time pulpits in Plainfield, Montreal, 1936-41; Hillel rabbi, U. N.J., 1954-58, and Hillside, N.J., 1959-88; Toronto, 1945-46; rabbi, Jamaica Jewish natl. dir., Jewish Relationships, Boy Scouts Center, NYC, 1946-74; upon retirement, of Amer., 1943-80. Author: Ner Tamid settled in Israel. V.-pres., treas., and pres., Religious Award for Boy Scouts, Ner Rabbinical Assembly; ed., Conservative Ju- Tamid Guide for Boy Scouts and Explor- daism, 1965-70; registrar, Cantors' Inst., ers, Scouting and the Jewish Boy, and Jew- JTS, 1962-'70s. Transl.: Gates of Bronze by ish Religious Services for Boy Scouts and Hayim Hazaz (1975); The Jews in Their Explorers. Recipient: hon. doctorates from Land in the Talmudic Age by Gedaliah HUC-JIR, Jewish Theol. Sem. of Amer.; Alon, 2 vols. (1980, 1984); short Yiddish special citation, Natl. Jewish Com. on fiction of Chaim Grade. Recipient: Order Scouting. of the British Empire. LEVIN, HERMAN, business executive, com- LASKY, VICTOR, journalist; b. Liberty, N.Y., munal worker; b. Brooklyn, N.Y., (?), Jan. 7, 1918; d. Washington, D.C., Feb. 22, 1901; d. Palm Beach, Fla., Mar. 31, 1990. 1990. Educ: Brooklyn Coll. Served U.S. Educ: Wharton School of Business, U. Pa. Army, WWII {Stars and Stripes corresp. Pres., Acme Dress Form Corp. Pres.: Jew- and ed.). Reporter: Chicago Sun, 1941-47; ish Reconstructionist Found.; Society for N.Y. World Telegram and Sun, 1947-50 the Advancement of Judaism (Manhat- (where he assisted on a series on Commu- tan); East Midwood Jewish Center, Brook- nist infiltration of U.S. that won a Pulitzer lyn; mem., founding bd. govs., Reconstruc- Prize); screenwriter for MGM, 1950-56; tionist Rabbinical Coll. dir. public relations, Radio Liberty, 1956— 60; syndicated columnist, "Say It LEWITTES, MORDECHAI H., rabbi, educator; Straight," for N. Amer. Newspaper Alli- b. Brooklyn, N.Y., Apr. 18, 1911; d. NYC, ance, 1962-80. Founder and 1st v.-pres., Nov. 17, 1990. Educ: CCNY; Hebrew U., Council Against Communist Aggression; Jerusalem; Jewish Theol. Sem. of Amer. lecturer and writer for Accuracy in Media. Rabbi, Hazelton, Pa., 1935-37; instr., He- Author: JFK: The Man and the Myth brew, Thomas Jefferson H.S., Brooklyn, (1963); The Ugly Russian (1965); Robert F. 1937-53; religious school prin., Brooklyn OBITUARIES / 601

Jewish Center, 1937-62; educ. dir., asst., Rights (1968); International Concern with and assoc. rabbi, Brooklyn Jewish Center, Human Rights (1974); The Roots and 1938-63; chmn., acad. subjects, Sarah Reaches of United Nations Actions and De- Hale H.S., 1953-62; coord., NYC Bureau cisions (1980). of Curriculum Development, 1963; first prin., Enrico Fermi H.S., Brooklyn, 1964- MUSHER, SIDNEY, business executive, com- 65; dir., Ford Found.-NYC Bd. of Educ. munal worker; b. Newark, N.J., Nov. 9, Correlated Curriculum Project, 1966-67; 1905; d. NYC, Nov. 21, 1990. Educ: Johns prin., H.S. of Graphic Communication Hopkins U. Engaged in private research in Arts, 1967-74; prin., Solomon Schechter food chemistry, 1925-28; supt., Pompeian H.S. of Brooklyn, 1974-77; rabbi, Ocean Olive Oil Corp., Baltimore, 1928-31; asst. Beach Syn., Fire Island, N.Y., 1976-90. A to v.-pres., production, Van Camp Packing pioneer teacher of Hebrew in public high Co., in charge of Van Camp Oil Co., 1931— schools. Pres., Amer. Assn. of Teachers of 33; pres., Musher Found., Inc., and Hebrew; v.-pres., Natl. Hebrew Culture v.-pres., Aveeno Pharmaceuticals, 1935- Council; mem., Hebrew Regents Com., 63; v.-pres. and dir., Cooper Laboratories, N.Y. State Dept. of Educ; ed., Pedagogic 1963-66; genl. partner, Interlaken Associ- Reporter (JESNA); trustee, Soc. for the ates. Held over 200 patents. Chmn., Advancement of Judaism. Author: The trustee, and CEO, PEF Israel Endowment Student Bible (4 vols.); Heroes and High- Funds, Inc., for 20 years; bd. mem., PEC lights of Jewish History (4 vols.); My He- Israel Econ. Corp. for 45 years. Initiated brew Primer; and Easy Hebrew. Co-au- and chaired Israel Research and Develop- thor: Selected Readings in Hebrew ment Corp.; mem., Israeli Prime Minister's Literature; Modern Hebrew (Ivrit Hayah; Council for Econ. Devel.; mem. bd. dirs. 2 vols.); Readings to Enjoy. Recipient: and hon. mem. bd. govs., Hebrew U., Jeru- Hon. doctorate, JTS. salem, and v.-pres. its Amer. Friends; mem. bd. govs., Ben-Gurion U. of the Negev, and bd. mem., Amer. Associates of LONDON, EPHRAIM S., attorney; b. NYC, June 17, 1911; d. NYC, June 12, 1990. Ben-Gurion U.; mem. adv. council, Amer. Educ: NYU; NYU Law School. Served Com. for the Weizmann Inst. of Science; U.S. Army, WWII, and postwar as special bd. mem., Natl. Found, for Jewish Culture; investigator, War Crimes Comm. in Ger- hon. mem. exec, council & sec, Amer. J. many. Partner, Brennan, London & But- Hist. Soc; mem. bd. regents, Internatl. tenwieser, NYC. A specialist in constitu- Center for University Teaching of Jewish tional law, successfully argued cases before Civilization. Chmn., trustee, and mem. the U.S. Supreme Court involving censor- adv. council, Society for the Advancement ship of films (notably Lady Chatterley's of Judaism; bd. mem. and treas., Jewish Lover). Among his clients were comedian Reconstructionist Found.; mem. bd. govs., Lenny Bruce and convicted spy Robert A. Reconstructionist Rabbinical Coll.; found- Soblen. Chmn., comm. on law and social ing mem. West End Syn. (Manhattan). Re- action, Amer. Jewish Cong, and pres. its cipient: Hon. doctorate, Hebrew U., Jeru- lawyers chap.; mem.: bd. dirs., N.Y. Civil salem; Ben-Gurion Award, Ben-Gurion Liberties Union; N.Y. County Lawyers U.; City of N.Y. Citation and Proclama- Assn. civil rights comm.; Assn. of the Bar tion for Exceptional Service; Agnon Gold of NYC comm. on bill of rights; Work- Medal, Amer. Friends of Hebrew U.; men's Circle. Ed. The World of Law, a estab. of Sidney Musher Bldg. for Science widely used text in law schools. Teaching, Weizmann Inst. of Science.

MOSKOWITZ, MOSES, administrator; b. Stryj, MUSKIN, YAAKOV, rabbi; b. Chicago, III, , (?), 1910; d. NYC, Mar. 19, 1990; Feb. 27, 1918; d. Cleveland, Ohio, Jan. 8, in U.S. since 1928. Educ: CCNY; Co- 1990. Educ: Ner Israel Rabbinical Coll. lumbia U. Served U.S. Army, WWII. For- Assoc. natl. dir., Vaad Hatzalah (rescue eign affairs analyst, Amer. Jewish Com., and rehabilitation of Torah scholars who 193Os-early '40s; sec. gen., Consultative survived the Holocaust), 1945—47; rabbi, Council of Jewish Organizations (a non- Warrensville Center Syn., Cleveland (a governmental org. accredited to the UN merger of 8 syns.), 1950-1990. Chmn. Or- and Council of Europe), 1947-90. Author: thodox Rabbinical Council of Cleveland, Human Rights and World Order (1958); 1984-90; hon. lfe mem. bd. of trustees, He- The Politics and Dynamics of Human brew Acad. of Cleveland, 1950-1990 and 602 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

chmn. its educ. com., 1984-90; chmn., prof., U. Michigan, 1960-61; assoc. prof., educ. com., Yeshivath Adath Bnai Yisrael prof., Brooklyn Coll., 1961-66; prof., PhD afternoon school; mem., Cleveland Bureau program in psych., CUNY, 1963-66; exec of Jewish Educ; bd. mem.: ; off., PhD program in psych., 1966-68; Yeshivat Sha'alvim in Israel; chmn. Israel dean, Graduate Div., CUNY, 1968-70; Bonds Religious Council; bd. mem. Cleve- dean and deputy pres., 1970-72; pres., land Jewish Fed., its kashruth comm., Graduate School and Univ. Center, chaplaincy com., and central fund for tra- CUNY, 1972-90. Among numerous af- ditional institutions. Recipient: Council of filiations and directorships: mem. bd. dirs., Jewish Federations Community Rabbini- Bryant Park Restoration Corp.; Feminist cal Award (1979, 1989); Center Syn. 30- Press; Natl. Comm. on Resources for Year Service Award; adoption of Hebrew Youth; Inst. for Responsive Educ; Amer. name "Kehillat Yaakov" by Center Syn., Com. for the Weizmann Inst. of Science; in his memory. bd. trustees Long Island U.; Phipps Houses; past pres., Soc for the Psychol. PALEY, WILLIAM S., broadcasting executive, Study of Social Issues; consultant, NYC philanthropist; b. Chicago, 111., Sept. 28, Planning Com. A pioneer in the field of 1901; d. NYC, Oct. 26, 1990. Educ: U. Pa. environmental psych., lectured widely and Served U.S. Army, WWII, in psychol. wrote on the subject. Author: numerous warfare and info, control. Vice-pres., sec, articles, reports, and book chaps. Recipi- Congress Cigar Co. (his father's firm), ent: Fellow: Amer. Psychol. Assn., Amer. 1922-28; entered radio through supervis- Assn. for the Advancement of Science, ing advertising for his co.; bought into N.Y. Acad. of Sciences. small network which became Columbia Broadcasting System; served as pres., RADER, ISADORE JACK, organization execu- 1928-^6; chmn. bd. 1946-83; founder tive; b. NYC, Mar. 5, 1917; d. NYC, Sept. chmn., 1983-86, acting chmn., 1986. 24, 1990. Educ: Brooklyn Coll. Asst. exec, Trustee, Museum of Modern Art, 1937 on, dir., Amer. ORT Fed., 31 years. Hon. pres. 1968-72, chmn. 1972-85, chmn. mem., World ORT Union central bd.; emer., 1985 on; life trustee, Columbia U.; mem. bd. dirs., Dissent magazine. Author: mem. bd. dirs., Harriman Inst. for Ad- By the Skill of Their Hands—The Story of vanced Study of , Columbia ORT. U.; founder and bd. chmn., Museum of Broadcasting, NYC; founding mem., Bed- ROSEN, NATHAN N., rabbi; b. Borisov, ford Stuyvesant Devel. Corp. and mem. of Russia, July 4, 1906; d. Long Island, N.Y., many govt. and civic comms. Benefactor: Jan. 23, 1990. Educ: Rabbinical Coll., Museum of Modern Art; Metropolitan New Haven (ord.); Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Museum of Art. Life trustee, Fed. of Jew- Theol. Sem. (ord.); Teachers Coll., Co- ish Philanthropies of N.Y.; estab. Paley lumbia U. Served U.S. Army, WWII. Arts Center, Jerusalem. Recipient: Croix Rabbi: Valley Stream, N.Y.; Savannah, de Guerre with Palm, France; Order of Georgia; Brooklyn, N.Y.; Rockville Cen- Merit, Italy; Medallion of Honor, City of tre, N.Y. Founded Hillel Found, at Brown N.Y.; ADL First Amendment Freedoms U. and Pembroke Coll., Providence, R.I., Award; two Peabody Awards; and many serving as dir. until 1974. Lect., Hebrew other honors. Author: As It Happened and Yiddish, Brown U., and a founder, (memoirs). Hebrew Day School, Providence. Pres. R.I. Zionist Region, R.I. Bd. of Rabbis; mem.: Natl. Assn. Hillel Directors; Provi- PROSHANSKY, HAROLD M., professor, uni- dence Human Relations Com.; chaplain: versity administrator; b. NYC, Sept. 16, Natl. Jewish War Veterans of Amer.; 1920; d. NYC, Dec. 13, 1990. Educ: Shriners of N. Amer.; Masonic Order of CCNY; Columbia U.; NYU (PhD). Served R.I. U.S. Army WWII (research psychologist). Research assoc. U.S. Haskins Laborato- ROSENBERG, STUART E., rabbi, author, b. ries, 1946-47; fellow, experimental psych., NYC, July 5, 1922; d. W. Palm Beach, NYU, 1947-48; instr., NYU, 1948-51; re- Fla., Mar. 12, 1990. Educ: Brooklyn Coll.; search assoc, Amer. Jewish Cong., 1951- Columbia U. (PhD); Jewish Theol. Sem. of 52; lect., instr., asst. prof., psych., Brook- Amer. Rabbi: Temple Beth El, Rochester, lyn Coll., 1952-59; NIMH research fellow, N.Y., 1946-56; Beth Tzedec Cong., U. Michigan, 1959-60; visiting assoc. Toronto, Can., 1956-73; Beth Torah OBITUARIES / 603

Cong., Toronto, 1980-89; lect., U. Roches- Sciences Award; Amer. Assn. of Forensic ter, 1951-56; visiting prof.: Toronto School Science Award. of Theol., 1975-78; exec, v.-pres., Cana- dian Friends of Tel Aviv U., 1977-80. SIMON, KATE, writer; b. , Poland, Founding natl. pres., Canadian Found, for Dec. 5, 1912; d. NYC, Feb. 4, 1990; in U.S. Jewish Culture; helped found Ontario Re- since 1916. Educ: Hunter Coll. Editor, gion, United Syn. of Amer., Camp Ramah book reviewer for the New Republic and in Canada, and United Syn. day school in The Nation. Author: 10 travel works, incl. Toronto; v.-pres., Natl. Found, for Jewish the best-selling New York Places and Plea- Culture (U.S.). An early visitor to USSR sures: An Uncommon Guidebook (1959) and spokesman for Soviet Jews, and a pio- and guides to Mexico City, Paris, London, neer in Christian-Jewish dialogue in Can- and Rome; 3 vols. of autobiography: Bronx ada. Canadian ed., Encyclopedia Judaica. Primitive: Portraits in a Childhood (1982); Author: 20 books, incl. The Road to Con- A Wider World: Portraits in an Adolescence fidence (1959); The Bible Is for You (1961); (1986); and Etchings in an Hourglass Judaism (1966); What Do We Believe? (posth.). Recipient: Awards from Natl. (with Martin E. Marty and Andrew Gree- Book Critics Circle, the English-Speaking ley, 1968); The Jewish Community in Can- Union, Hunter Coll. ada (2 vols., 1971); The Real Jewish SULZBERGER, IPHIGENE OCHS, business ex- World: A Rabbi's Second Thoughts (1984); ecutive, communal worker; b. Cincinnai, Christians and Jews: The Eternal Bond Ohio, Sept. 19, 1892; d. Stamford, Conn., (1985); and The Christian Problem: A Jew- Feb. 26, 1990. Educ: Barnard Coll. ish View (1986). Recipient: hon. doctorate, Daughter, wife, mother-in-law, and JTS; Sabato Morais hon. fellowship, JTS; a mother of publishers of the N. Y. Times chair in Jewish hist, in his name at JTS. (Adolph S. Ochs, Arthur Hays Sulzberger, Orvil E. Dryfoos, Arthur Ochs Sulz- SHAPIRO, HARRY L., physical anthropolo- berger), and granddaughter of a founder of gist; b. Boston, Mass., Mar. 19, 1902; d. American Reform Judaism, Isaac Mayer NYC, Jan. 7, 1990. Educ: Harvard Coll., Wise. Dir., Times Co., 1917-73, and until Harvard U. (PhD). Tutor, Harvard U., her death, trustee of the stock trust estab- 1925-26; asst., assoc. curator, dept of an- lished by her father that effectively con- thropology, Amer. Museum of Natural trolled the co. Pres., Park Assn. of N.Y., History (NYC), 1926-42; curator of physi- 1934-50, chmn., 1950-57; hon. chmn., cal anthropology and chmn. of the dept., Central Park Conservancy; trustee: Bar- 1942-70, where he created the Hall of the nard Coll., 1937-68; HUC-JIR; U. Chat- Biology of Man, the first of its kind in the tanooga; Girl Scout Council of Greater world. Lect., Columbia U., 1938-42, prof., N.Y. Bd. mem., Fed. of Jewish Philanthro- 1943-74. Pres., Amer. Anthropological pies of N.Y. Also active in behalf of Assn.; founding mem. and v.-pres., Amer. NAACP, United Negro College Fund, In- Assn. Physical Anthropologists; pres., ternatl. Rescue Com., Jewish Chaplaincy Amer. Ethnological Soc; chmn., anthro- at Columbia U., and many other organiza- pology sect., N.Y. Acad. of Sciences; mem. tions. Recipient: Disting. Alumna Award, ed. adv. bd., Natl. Acad. of Sciences; Barnard Coll.; Gold Medal, Natl. Inst. So- chmn., div. of anthropology and psychol- cial Sciences; hon. doctorates: Jewish ogy, Natl. Research Council.; mem. bd. Theol. Sem. of Amer.; HUC-JIR; Co- dirs.: Louise Wise Services; Field Found. lumbia U. Author: The Heritage of the Bounty: The Story of Pitcairn Island Through Six Gen- TILLES, GILBERT, developer, philanthropist; erations (1936); Migration and Environ- b. Braddock, Pa., Dec. 31, 1916; d. Great ment, a study of physical changes in Japa- Neck, N.Y., Nov. 14, 1990. Educ: U. nese immigrants to Hawaii and their Michigan. In the early 1950s, co-developed descendants (1939); Aspects of Culture more than a dozen shopping centers on (1956); The Jewish People: A Biological Long Island; pres., All-State Properties, History (1960); Peking Man (1974); and 1959; in 1961 formed Tilles Development other works. Recipient: Fellow: Amer. Corp., builder of offices and industrial Acad. Arts and Sciences; Natl. Acad. of parks in N.Y. metro, area. V.-chmn., Long Sciences; Theodore Roosevelt Disting. Ser- Island U. (contributed 2,200-seat Tilles vice Medal; hon. fellow, Anthropologische Center for the Performing Arts at C.W. Gesellschaft, Vienna; N.Y. Acad. of Post campus of Long Island U.); mem. bd. 604 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1992

trustees, Long Island Jewish Medical Cen- out into other businesses, such as retreaded ter; founder, Assn. for a Better Long Is- automobile tires during WWII, mass tran- land. Natl. v.-chmn., Union of Amer. He- sit (bought Fifth Ave. Coach Corp., NYC, brew Congs., hon. chmn., and chmn. its and companies in Baltimore, Scranton, endowment and trust com.; founding Dallas, and Honolulu), and Hawaii real es- chmn., Eisner Camp for Living Judaism; tate. Established the Harry and Jeanette pres., trustee, Temple Beth-El of Great Weinberg Found., one of 12 largest chari- Neck; hon. chmn., L.I. Com. for State of table trusts in the U.S., with 25 percent of Israel Bonds. Recipient: Commercial its disbursements pledged to Jewish needy. Builder of the Year Award. WEISS, SAMSON RAPHAEL; rabbi b. Emden, VISHNIAC, ROMAN; biologist, photographer; Germany, May 9, 1910; d. NYC, Feb. 6, b. St. Petersburg, Russia, Aug. 19, 1897; d. 1990; in U.S. since 1938. Educ: U. Bres- NYC, Jan. 22, 1990; in U.S. since 1940. lau, U. Berlin, U. Zurich, U. Prague; Mir Educ: U. Moscow (PhD, zoology). Asst. Yeshiva (ord.); U. Dorpat, Estonia (PhD). prof, biology, Shanyavsky U. Emigrated to Dean, Hebrew dept., Jewish Teachers Latvia 1918, and from there to Berlin. In Coll., Wurzburg, Germany, 1934-38; 1932^H), traveled 5,000 miles through Po- prof., codes, Ner Israel Rabbinical Acad., land, , Latvia, Hungary, Ru- Baltimore, 1938-40; dean, Yeshivath Beth mania, Czechoslovakia, and Germany, Yehuda Talmudical Acad., Detroit, 1941- making a photographic record of Jewish 44; dir., Torah Umesorah, 1944-45; life on the eve of WWII. Fled to France in founder, dir., Young Israel Inst. for Jewish 1940; interned 3 months before obtaining Studies, 1945-56; natl. dir., Natl. Council visa to U.S. Achieved renown as a science of Young Israel, 1947-56; exec, v.-pres., photographer, particularly for using polar- Union of Orthodox Jewish Congs. in ized light to film living microscopic crea- Amer., 1956-72; settled in Israel 1972; tures. Prof, humanities, Pratt Inst.; prof, chmn. Jerusalem Inst. for Talmudic Re- biology educ, Yeshiva U. and Albert Ein- search; chmn. Judaic Studies dept., Touro stein Coll. of Medicine. First collection of Coll., NYC (lecturing in spring term). Bd. European photos, Polish Jews: A Pictorial chmn.: Amer. Friends of Shaare Zedek Record, published 1942. Other works: A Hosp., Amer. Friends of Mirrer Yeshiva; Day of Pleasure (1969); Building Blocks of mem.: Rabbinical Council of Amer., con- Life (1971); Roman Vishniac (1974); A trib., Viewpoint, Jewish Life magazines, Vanished World (1983). and German-Jewish press. WALLACE, IRVING, writer; b. Chicago, 111., ZUCKERMAN, ARTHUR J., rabbi; b. Brook- Mar. 19, 1916; d. Los Angeles, Calif., June lyn, N.Y., Dec. 16, 1907; d. NYC, Jan. 6, 29, 1990. Educ: Williams Inst., Berkeley, 1990. Educ: CCNY; Hebrew Union Coll.; Calif. Served U.S. Army, WWII (writer of Columbia U. (PhD). Rabbi: Winston- training films). Free-lance writer of articles, Salem, N.C., 1936-38; Lansing, Mich., short stories: Saturday Evening Post, Cos- 1938-40; founding dir., Hillel Found., U. mopolitan, Reader's Digest, Esquire, and Washington, Seattle, 1940-45; dir., B'nai others, 1931-53; screenwriter, late 1940s B'rith Hillel Found., CCNY, 1945-1970; and '50s. Author of 16 novels—most of dir., dept. of medieval Jewish civilization, them best-sellers, many made into mov- Reconstructionist Rabbinical Coll., 1970- ies—and 17 works of nonfiction. First best- 77. Adj. assoc. prof, of hist., CCNY; instr., seller, The Chapman Report (1960). Others Jewish hist, and religion, Schools of Sacred incl. The Prize (1962); The Man (1964); Music and Educ, HUC-JIR, NYC; visit- The Word (1972); and The Guest of Honor ing prof. Jewish hist.: Inst. International (1989). Collaborated with wife, daughter, d'Etudes Hebraiques, Paris, France; New and son on The People's Almanac, The Peo- School for Social Research, NYC. Pres., ple's Almanac No. 2, and The Book of Lists. Natl. Assn. of Hillel Directors; mem. ed. bd., the Reconstructionist; chmn., NY WEINBERG, HARRY, business executive, phi- chap., Religious Educ. Assn. Author: A lanthropist; b. (?), Galicia, (?), 1908; d. Jewish Princedom in Feudal France 768- Honolulu, Hawaii, Nov. 4, 1990; in U.S. 900; articles and essays on medieval Jewish since 1912. A successful entrepreneur who history and other subjects. Recipient: hon. left school at age 12; began investing in doctorate, HUC-JIR; Reconstructionist Baltimore real estate in his 20s; branched movement's Keter Shem Tov Award.