Directories Lists Obituaries National Jewish Organizations1

UNITED STATES Organizations are listed according to functions as follows: Community Relations 445 Cultural 449 Overseas Aid 454 Religious, Educational 456 Social, Mutual Benefit 474 Social Welfare 476 Zionist and Pro-Israel 479

Note also cross-references under these headings: Professional Associations 489 Women's Organizations 489 Youth and Student Organizations 490

COMMUNITY RELATIONS tne Middle East; reJects nationality attach- ment of Jews, particularly American Jews, AMERICAN COUNCIL FOR JUDAISM (1943). to the State of Israel as self-segregating, 298 Fifth Ave., NYC 10001. (212)947- inconsistent with American constitutional 8878. Bd. Chmn. Clarence L. Coleman, Jr.; concepts of individual citizenship and sep- Pres. Alan V. Stone. Seeks to advance the aration of church and state, and as being a universal principles of a Judaism free of principal obstacle to Middle East peace, nationalism, and the national, civic, cul- Report.

. Pressh . m D. Comay; Exec. V.-Pres. Ira Suverman. AMERICAN JEWISH ALTERNATIVES TO Seeks to prevent infraction of civil and reli- ZIONISM, INC. (1968). 501 Fifth Ave., gious rights of Jews in any part of the Suite 2015, NYC 10017. (212)557-5410. world; to advance the cause of human Pres. Elmer Berger; V.-Pres. Mrs. Arthur rights for people of all races, creeds, and Gutman. Applies Jewish values of justice nationalities; to interpret the position of and humanity to the Arab-Israel conflict in Israel to the American public; and to help

'The information in this directory is based on replies to questionnaires circulated by the editors.

445 446 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1989 American Jews maintain and enrich their community relations; encourages research Jewish identity and, at the same time, and training toward that end; conducts achieve full integration in American life. educational programs and seminars; aims Includes Jacob and Hilda Blaustein Center to encourage cooperation between commu- for Human Relations, William E. Wiener nity relations workers and those working Oral History Library, William Petschek in other areas of Jewish communal service. National Jewish Family Center, Jacob Blaustein Institute for the Advancement of Human Rights, Institute on American CENTER FOR JEWISH COMMUNITY STUDIES Jewish-Israeli Relations. AMERICAN JEW- (1970). 1017 Gladfelter Hall, Temple Uni- ISH YEAR BOOK (with Jewish Publication versity, Philadelphia, PA 19122. (215)787- Society); Commentary; Present Tense; AJC 1459. Jerusalem office: Jerusalem Center Journal; Capital Update. Published in Is- for Public Affairs. Pres. Daniel J. Elazar. rael: Alon Yedi'ot, a monthly bulletin of Worldwide policy-studies institute devoted the Institute on American Jewish-Israeli to the study of Jewish community organi- Relations. zation, political thought, and public affairs, past and present, in Israel and throughout AMERICAN JEWISH CONGRESS (1918). Ste- the world. Publishes original articles, es- phen Wise Congress House, 15 E. 84 St., says, and monographs; maintains library, NYC 10028. (212)879-4500. Pres. Robert archives, and reprint series. Jerusalem Let- K. Lifton; Exec. Dir. Henry Siegman. ter/Viewpoints; Survey of Arab Affairs. Works to foster the creative cultural sur- vival of the Jewish people; to help Israel COMMISSION ON SOCIAL ACTION OF RE- develop in peace, freedom, and security; to FORM JUDAISM (1953, under the auspices eliminate all forms of racial and religious of the Union of American Hebrew Congre- bigotry; to advance civil rights, protect gations). 838 Fifth Ave., NYC 10021. civil liberties, defend religious freedom, (212)249-0100. Chmn. Harris Gilbert; and safeguard the separation of church and Dir. Albert Vorspan; Assoc. Dir. Rabbi state. Congress Monthly; Judaism; Boycott David Saperstein. Develops materials to Report; National Report. assist Reform synagogues in setting up so- cial-action programs relating the principles ANTI-DEFAMATION LEAGUE OF B'NAI of Judaism to contemporary social prob- B'RITH (1913). 823 United Nations Plaza, lems; assists congregations in studying the NYC 10017. (212)490-2525. Chmn. Bur- moral and religious implications in social ton S. Levinson; Dir. Abraham H. Fox- issues such as civil rights, civil liberties, man. Seeks to combat anti-Semitism and to church-state relations; guides congrega- secure justice and fair treatment for all citi- tional social-action committees. Briefings. zens through law, education, and commu- nity relations. ADL Bulletin; Face to Face; Fact Finding Report; International Reports; CONFERENCE OF PRESIDENTS OF MAJOR Law Notes; Rights; Law; Research and AMERICAN JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS Evaluation Report; Discriminations Report: (1955). 515 Park Ave., NYC 10022. (212)- Litigation Docket; Dimensions; Middle 752-1616. Chmn. Seymour D. Reich; East Notebook; Nuestro Encuentro. Exec. Dir. Malcolm Hoenlein. Coordinates the activities of 45 major American Jewish ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH CENTER WORK- organizations as they relate to American- ERS (1918). c/o JCC, 3505 Mayfield Rd., Israeli affairs and problems affecting Jews Cleveland Heights, OH 44118 (216)382- in other lands. Annual report; Middle East 4000. Pres. Avrum I. Cohen; Treas. Alan Memo. S. Goldberg. Seeks to enhance the stan- dards, techniques, practices, scope, and CONSULTATIVE COUNCIL OF JEWISH ORGA- public understanding of Jewish Commu- NIZATIONS-CCJO (1946). 420 Lexington nity Center and kindred agency work. Ave., Suite 1733, NYC 10170. (212)808- Kesher. 5437. Pres.'s Aldolphe Steg, Clemens Na- than, Joseph Nuss; Sec.-Gen. Warren ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH COMMUNITY RE- Green. A nongovernmental organization LATIONS WORKERS(1950). 443 Park Ave. in consultative status with the UN, S., 11th fl., NYC 10016. Pres. Jerome UNESCO, ILO.UNICEF, and the Council Levinrad. Aims to stimulate higher stan- of Europe; cooperates and consults with, dards of professional practice in Jewish advises and renders assistance to the Eco- NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 447 nomic and Social Council of the UN on all man; Exec. Sec. Michael Perry. Works problems relating to human rights and eco- with trade unions on programs and issues nomic, social, cultural, educational, and affecting both labor and the Jewish com- related matters pertaining to Jews. munity. COORDINATING BOARD OF JEWISH ORGA- JEWISH PEACE FELLOWSHIP (1941). Box NIZATIONS (1947). 1640 Rhode Island 271, Nyack, NY 10960. (914)358^601. Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20036. (202)- Pres. Rabbi Philip Bentley; Sec. Naomi 857-6545. Pres. Seymour D. Reich (B'nai Goodman. Unites those who believe that B'rith), Leonard Kopelowitz (Board of Jewish ideals and experience provide inspi- Deputies of British Jews), David K. Mann ration for a nonviolent philosophy and way (South African Jewish Board of Deputies); of life; offers draft counseling, especially Exec. V.-Pres. Thomas Neumann (U.S.); for conscientious objection based on Jew- Dir. Internatl. Council Warren Eisenberg. ish "religious training and belief; encour- As an organization in consultative status ages Jewish community to become more with the Economic and Social Council of knowledgeable, concerned, and active in the UN, represents the three constituents regard to the war/peace problem. Shalom/ (B'nai B'rith, the Board of Deputies of Jewish Peace Letter. British Jews, and the South African Jewish Board of Deputies) in the appropriate UN JEWISH WAR VETERANS OF THE UNITED bodies for the purpose of promoting STATES OF AMERICA (1896). 1811 R St., human rights, with special attention to NW, Washington, DC 20009. (202)265- combating persecution or discrimination 6280. Natl. Exec. Dir. Steven Shaw. Seeks on grounds of race, religion, or origin. to foster true allegiance to the United States; to combat bigotry and prevent defa- COUNCIL OF JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS IN mation of Jews; to encourage the doctrine CIVIL SERVICE, INC. (1948). 45 E. 33 St., of universal liberty, equal rights, and full Rm. 604, NYC 10016. (212)689-2015. justice for all; to cooperate with and sup- Pres. Louis Weiser. Supports merit system; port existing educational institutions and encourages recruitment of Jewish youth to establish new ones; to foster the education government service; member of Coalition of ex-servicemen, ex-servicewomen, and to Free Soviet Jews, NY Jewish Commu- members in the ideals and principles of nity Relations Council, NY Metropolitan Coordinating Council on Jewish Poverty, Americanism. Jewish Veteran. Jewish Labor Committee, America-Israel , NATIONAL MEMORIAL, INC. (1958). Friendship League. Council Digest. 1811 R St., NW, Washington, DC 20009. (202)265-6280. Pres. Robert Zweiman; INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE OF JEWISH Museum Dir. Mark Dreyfuss. Operates a COMMUNAL SERVICE (see World Confer- museun. and archives commemorating the ence of Jewish Communal Service) activities and service of American Jews in JEWISH LABOR COMMITTEE (1934). Atran the armed forces of the U.S. Routes to Center for Jewish Culture, 25 E. 21 St., Roots. NYC 10010. (212)477-0707. Pres. Herb NATIONAL CONFERENCE ON SOVIET JEWRY Magidson; Exec. Dir. Martin Lapan. (formerly AMERICAN JEWISH CONFER- Serves as liaison between the Jewish com- ENCE ON SOVIET JEWRY) (1964; reorg. munity and the trade union movement; 1971). 10 E. 40 St., Suite 907, NYC 10016. works with the AFL-CIO to combat anti- (212)679-6122. Chmn. Shoshana Cardin; Semitism and engender support for the Acting Natl. Dir. Myrna Shinbaum. Coor- State of Israel and Soviet Jewry; strengthen dinating agency for major national Jewish support within the Jewish community for organizations and local community groups the social goals and programs of the labor in the U.S., acting on behalf of Soviet movement; supports Yiddish cultural insti- Jewry through public education and social tutions. Jewish Labor Review; Alumni action; stimulates all segments of the com- Newsletter. munity to maintain an interest in the prob- , NATIONAL TRADE UNION COUNCIL lems of Soviet Jews by publishing reports FOR HUMAN RIGHTS (1956). Atran Center and special pamphlets, sponsoring special for Jewish Culture, 25 E. 21 St., NYC programs and projects, organizing public 10010. (212)477-0707. Chmn. Sol Hoff- meetings and forums. Newsbreak annual 448 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1989

report; action and program kits; Wrap-Up disarmament, peace in Central America, Leadership Report. Arab-Jewish reconciliation, feminism, and economic justice, and against anti-Semi- , SOVIET JEWRY RESEARCH BU- tism and racism. Quarterly newsletter. REAU. Chmn. Charlotte Jacobson. Orga- nized by NCSJ to monitor emigration SHALOM CENTER (1983). 7318 Germantown trends. Primary task is the accumulation, Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19119. (215)886- evaluation, and processing of information 1510. Pres. Ira Silverman; Bd. Chmn. Viki regarding Soviet Jews, especially those List; Exec. Dir. Arthur Waskow. National who apply for emigration. resource and organizing center for Jewish perspectives on preventing nuclear holo- NATIONAL JEWISH COALITION (1979). 415 caust and ending nuclear arms race. Trains 2nd St., NE, Suite 100, Washington, DC community organizers, holds conferences, 20002. (202)547-7701. Hon. Chmn. Max assists local Jewish committees and coali- M. Fisher; Natl. Chmn. Richard J. Fox. tions on nuclear weapons issues. Sponsors Promotes Jewish involvement in Republi- Sukkat Shalom. Provides school curricula, can politics; sensitizes Republican leaders sermon materials, legislative reports, to the concerns of the American Jewish adult-education texts, and media for Jew- community; promotes principles of free en- ish use. Shalom Report. terprise, a strong national defense, and an internationalist foreign policy. NJC Bulle- STUDENT STRUGGLE FOR SOVIET JEWRY, tin; NJCfor the Record. INC. (1964). 210 W. 91 St., NYC 10024. (212)799-8900. Natl. Dir. Jacob Birn- NATIONAL JEWISH COMMISSION ON LAW baum; Natl. Coord. Glenn Richter; Chmn. AND PUBLIC AFFAIRS (COLPA) (1965). Avraham Weiss. Provides information and 450 Seventh Ave., Suite 2203, NYC 10123. action guidance to adult and student orga- (212)563-0100. Pres. Allen L. Rothenberg; nizations, communities, and schools Exec. Dir. Dennis Rapps. Voluntary asso- throughout the U.S. and Canada; assists ciation of attorneys whose purpose is to Soviet Jews by publicity campaigns; helps represent the observant Jewish community Soviet Jews in the U.S.; aids Rumanian on legal, legislative, and public affairs mat- Jews seeking emigration; maintains speak- ters. ers bureau and research documents. Soviet Jewry Action Newsletter. NATIONAL JEWISH COMMUNITY RELA- TIONS ADVISORY COUNCIL (1944). 443 UNION OF COUNCILS FOR SOVIET JEWS Park Ave. S., 11th fl., NYC 10016. (212)- (1970). 1819 H St., NW., Suite 410, Wash- 684-6950. Chmn. Michael A. Pelavin; Sec. ington, DC 20006. (202)775-9770. Pres. Barry Ungar; Exec. V.-Chmn. Albert D. Pamela Braun Cohen; Natl. Dir. Micah H. Chernin. National coordinating body for Naftalin. A confederation of 45 grass-roots the field of Jewish community relations, organizations established in support of res- comprising 11 national and 114 local Jew- cuing Soviet Jewry. Works on behalf of ish community relations agencies. Pro- Soviet Jews through public education, rep- motes understanding of Israel and the resentations to the administration and Middle East; freedom for Soviet Jews; Congress, letter-writing assistance, news equal status for Jews and other groups in disseminaion, tourist briefing, speakers bu- American society. Through the reau, Adopt-A-Family, Adopt-A-Prisoner, NJCRAC's work, its constituent organiza- Bar/Bat Mitzvah twinning, Tarbut, con- tions seek agreement on policies, strategies, gressional vigil, congressional briefings, and programs for effective utilization of and publications programming; affiliations their resources for common ends. Joint include Soviet Jewry Legal Advocacy Cen- Program Plan for Jewish Community Rela- ter and Medical Mobilization for Soviet tions. Jewry. UCSJ Quarterly Report; Refusenik Update; Congressional Handbook for Soviet NEW JEWISH AGENDA (1980). 64 Fulton St., Jewry. #1100, NYC 10038. (212)227-5885. Cochmn. Bria Chakofsky, Rabbi Marc WORLD CONFERENCE OF JEWISH COMMU- Gruber; Codirs. Annette Jaffe, Clare Kin- NAL SERVICE(1966). 15 E. 26 St., NYC berg. Founded as "a progressive voice in 10010. (212)532-2526. Pres. Irving the Jewish community and a Jewish voice Kessler; Sec-Gen. Solomon H. Green. Es- among progressives." Works for nuclear tablished by worldwide Jewish communal NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 449 workers to strengthen their understanding Shelemah (Heb., 39 vols.), Encyclopedia of of each other's programs and to communi- Biblical Interpretation (Eng., 9 vols.), Div- cate with colleagues in order to enrich the rei Menachem (Heb., 4vols.), and related quality of their work. Conducts quadren- publications. Noam. nial international conferences in Jerusalem and periodic regional meetings. Proceed- AMERICAN JEWISH HISTORICAL SOCIETY ings of international conferences; newslet- (1892). 2 Thornton Rd., Waltham, MA ter. 02154. (617)891-8110. Pres. Phil David Fine; Dir. Bernard Wax. 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. Pres. Edgar as an information center for inquiries on M. Bronfman; Chmn. N. Amer. Branch American Jewish history; maintains ar- Leo Kolber (Montreal); Chmn. Amer. chives of original source material on Sect. Rabbi Wolfe Kelman; Sec-Gen. Is- American Jewish history; sponsors lec- rael 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; (1943). c/o Atlanta Jewish Times, Suite to encourage development of Jewish social, 365, 1575 Northside Dr. NW, Atlanta, GA religious, and cultural life throughout the 30318. (404)355-6139. Pres. Vida Gold- world and coordinate efforts by Jewish gar. Natl. Admin. Off.: 11312 Old Club communities and organizations to cope Rd., Rockville, MD 20852^537. (301)- with any Jewish problem; to work for 881^537. Exec. Dir. L. Malcolm Rod- human rights generally. Represents its af- man. Seeks the advancement of Jewish- filiated organizations—most representative journalism and the maintenance of a stong bodies of Jewish communities in more than Jewish press in the U.S. and Canada; en- 70 countries and 32 national organizations courages the attainment of the highest edi- in Amer. section—at UN, OAS, UNESCO, torial and business standards; sponsors Council of Europe, ILO, UNICEF, and workshops, services for members. Mem- other governmental, intergovernmental, bership bulletin newsletter; Roster of Mem- and international authorities. Publications bers. (including those by Institute of Jewish Af- fairs, London): Christian Jewish Relations; AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR JEWISH MUSIC Coloquio; News and Views; Boletin Infor- (1974). 155 Fifth Ave., NYC 10010. (212)- mativo OJI; Batfutsot; Gesher; Patterns of 533-2601. Pres. Paul Kavon; V.-Pres. Prejudice; Soviet Jewish Affairs. David Lefkowitz; Sec. Hadassah B. Mark- son. SeeKs to raise standards of composi- tion and performance in Jewish liturgical CULTURAL and secular music; encourages research in AMERICAN ACADEMY FOR JEWISH RE- all areas of Jewish music; publishes schol- SEARCH (1920). 3080 Broadway, NYC arly journal; presents programs and spon- 10027. (212)678-8864. Pres. Isaac Bar- sors performances of new and rarely heard zilay; V.-Pres. David Weiss Halivni; Treas. works and encourages their recording; Arthur Hyman. Encourages Jewish learn- commissions new works of Jewish interest. ing and research; holds annual or semian- Musica Judaica. nual meeting; awards grants for the publi- cation of scholarly works. Proceedings of ASSOCIATION FOR THE SOCIAL SCIENTIFIC the American Academy for Jewish Re- STUDY OF JEWRY (1971). City University search; Texts and Studies; Monograph Se- of New York, 33 W. 42 St., NYC 10036. ries. (212)642-2180. Pres. Rela Geffen Monson; V.-Pres. Steven M. Cohen; Sec.-Treas. Es- AMERICAN BIBLICAL ENCYCLOPEDIA SOCI- ther Fleishman. Arranges academic ses- ETY (1930). 24 W. Maple Ave., Monsey, sions and facilitates communication NY 10952. (914)352^609. Exec. V.-Pres. among social scientists studying Jewry Irving Fredman; Author-Ed. Rabbi M. M. through meetings, newsletter, and related Kasher. Fosters biblical-talmudical re- materials. Contemporary Jewry; ASSSJ search; sponsors and publishes Torah Newsletter. 450 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1989

ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH BOOK PUBLISHERS CENTER FOR HOLOCAUST STUDIES, DOCU- (1962). 838 Fifth Ave., NYC 10021. (212)- MENTATION & RESEARCH (1974). 1610 249-0100. Pres. Charles D. Lieber. As a Ave. J, Brooklyn, NY 11230. (718)338- nonprofit group, provides a forum for dis- 6494. Dir. Yaffa Eliach. Collects and pre- cussion of mutual problems by publishers, serves documents and memorabilia, oral authors, and other individuals and institu- histories, and literary works on the Holo- tions concerned with books of Jewish inter- caust period for purposes of documenta- est. Provides national and international ex- tion and research; arranges lectures, exhib- hibit opportunities for Jewish books. its, drama and music performances, and Combined Jewish Book Catalog. exhibitions of Holocaust art; conducts out- reach programs to schools; maintains ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH GENEALOGICAL speakers bureau, oral history publication SOCIETIES 1485 Teaneck Rd., Teaneck, NJ 07666. (201)837-2700. Pres. Gary Mokot- series, and audiovisual department. News- off. Confederation of over 30 Jewish letter. Genealogical Societies (JGS) in the U.S. and Canada. Encourages Jews to research CENTRAL YIDDISH CULTURE ORGANIZA- their family history, promotes membership TION (CYCO), INC. (1943). 25 E. 21 St., in the various JGS, acts as representative of 3rd fl., NYC 10010. (212)505-8305. Mgr. organized Jewish genealogy, implements Jacob Schneidman. Promotes, publishes, projects of interest to persons researching and distributes Yiddish books; publishes their Jewish family history. Annual confer- catalogues. ence where members learn and exchange CONFERENCE ON JEWISH SOCIAL STUDIES, ideas. Each local JGS publishes its own INC. (formerly CONFERENCE ON JEWISH newsletter. RELATIONS, INC.) (1939). 2112 Broadway, ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH LIBRARIES (1965). Rm. 206, NYC 10023. (212)724-5336. c/o National Foundation for Jewish Cul- Hon. Pres. Salo W. Baron. Publishes scien- ture, 330 Seventh Ave., 21st fl., NYC tific studies on Jews in the modern world, 10001. (212)427-1000. Pres. Marcia W. dealing with such aspects as anti-Semitism, Posner; V.-Pres. Elect Linda Lerman. demography, economic stratification, his- Seeks to promote and improve services tory, philosophy, and political develop- and professional standards in Jewish li- ments. Jewish Social Studies. braries; disseminates Jewish library infor- mation and guidance; promotes publica- CONGREGATION BINA (1981). 600 W. End tion of literature in the field; encourages Ave., Suite 1-C, NYC 10024. (212)873- the establishment of Jewish libraries and 4261. Pres. Elijah E. Jhirad; Exec. V.-Pres. collections of Judaica and the choice of Joseph Moses; Hon. Pres. Samuel M. Dan- Judaica librarianship as a profession; iel. Serves the religious, cultural, charita- cocertifies Jewish libraries (with Jewish ble, and philanthropic needs of the Chil- Book Council). AJL Newsletter; Judaica dren of Israel who originated in India and Librarianship. now reside in the U.S. Works to foster and preserve the ancient traditions, customs, B'NAI B'RITH KLUTZNICK MUSEUM (1956). liturgy, music, and folklore of Indian 1640 Rhode Island Ave., NW, Washing- Jewry and to maintain needed institutions. ton, DC 20036. (202)857-6583. Chmn. Kol Bina. Museum & Art Comm., Murray H. Shust- erman; Dir. Gayle Weiss. A center of Jew- HEBREW ARTS SCHOOL (1952). 129 W. 67 ish art and history in nation's capital, St., NYC 10023. (212)362-8060. Chmn. maintains temporary and permanent exhi- Lewis Kroger; Pres. Alvin E. Friedman; bition galleries, permanent collection of Dir. Lydia Kontos. Offers instruction in Jewish ceremonial and folk art, B'nai music, dance, art, and theater to children B'rith International reference archive, out- and adults, combining Western culture door sculpture garden, and museum shop. with Jewish heritage. Presents in its Mer- Provides exhibitions, tours, educational kin Concert Hall and Ann Goodman Re- programs, research assistance, and tourist cital Hall frequent performances of Jewish information. Semiannual newsletter; per- and general music by leading artists and manent collection catalogue; exhibition ensembles. Newsletter, bimonthly calen- brochures. dars. NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 451

HEBREW CULTURE FOUNDATION (1955). membership and/or fellowship; publishes 515 Park Ave., NYC 10022. (212)752- papers delivered at annual convocations. 0600. Chmn. Milton R. Konvitz; Sec. Her- man L. Sainer. Sponsors the introduction JEWISH MUSEUM (1904, under auspices of and strengthening of Hebrew language and JewishTheological Seminary of America). literature courses in institutions of higher 1109 Fifth Ave., NYC 10128.(212)860- learning in the United States. 1889. Dir. Joan H. Rosenbaum; Chmn. Bd. of Trustees Morris W. Offit. Repository of HlSTADRUTH IVRITH OF AMERICA (1916; the largest collection of Judaica—paint- reorg. 1922). 1841 Broadway, NYC 10023. ings, prints, photographs, sculpture, coins, (212)581-5151. Presidium: Boris Shtein- medals, antiquities, textiles, and other dec- shleifer, Matthew Mosenkis, Rabbi Joseph orative arts—in the Western Hemisphere. P. Sternstein; Exec. V.-Pres. Aviva Barzel. Includes the National Jewish Archive of Emphasizes the primacy of Hebrew in Jew- Broadcasting and the Tobe Pascher Work- ish life, culture, and education; aims to dis- shop for the design and creation of ritual seminate knowledge of written and spoken and ceremonial art objects. Tours of spe- Hebrew in the Diaspora, thus building a cial exhibitions and permanent installa- cultural bridge between the State of Israel tions; lectures, film showings, and con- and Jewish communities throughout the certs; special programs for children. world. Hadoar; Lamishpaha. Special exhibition catalogues.

HOLOCAUST CENTER OF THE UNITED JEW- JEWISH PUBLICATION SOCIETY (1888). 1930 ISH FEDERATION OF GREATER PITTS- Chestnut St., Philadelphia, PA 19103. BURGH (1980). 242 McKee PL, Pittsburgh, (215)564-5925. Pres. Edward E. Elson; PA 15213. (412)682-7111. Chmn. Jack Exec. V.-Pres. Richard Malina; Editor Gordon; Pres. UJF Leon L. Netzer. Devel- Sheila Segal. Publishes and disseminates ops programs and provides resources to books of Jewish interest for adults and chil- further understanding of the Holocaust dren; titles include contemporary litera- and its impact on civilization. Maintains a ture, classics, art, religion, biographies, po- library, archive; provides speakers, educa- etry, and history. AMERICAN JEWISH tional materials; organizes community YEAR BOOK (with American Jewish Com- programs. mittee).

HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL RESOURCE & EDU- JUDAH L. MAGNES MUSEUM—JEWISH MU- CATION CENTER OF FLORIDA (1981). 851 SEUM OF THE WEST (1962). 2911 Russell N. Maitland Ave., Maitland, FL 32751. St., Berkeley, CA 94705. (415)849- (407)628-0555. Pres. Dr. Earl Scarbeary; 271O.Pres. Jacques Reutlinger; Exec. Dir. Exec. V.-Pres. Tess Wise. An interfaith Seymour Fromer. Serves as museum and educational center devoted to teaching the library, combining historical and literary lessons of the Holocaust. Houses perma- materials illustrating Jewish life in the Bay nent multimedia educational exhibit; Area, the Western states, and around the maintains library of books, videotapes, world; provides archives of world Jewish films, and other visuals to serve the entire history and Jewish art; repository of histo- educational establishment, offers lectures, rical documents intended for scholarly use; teacher training, and other activities. changing exhibits; facilities open to the Newsletter. general public. Magnes News; special exhi- bition catalogues. JEWISH ACADEMY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES, INC. (1926).888 Seventh Ave., Suite 403, JUDAICA CAPTIONED FILM CENTER, INC. NYC 10106. (212)757-1627. Act. Pres. (1983). PO Box 21439, Baltimore, MD Milton Handler; Hon. Pres. Abraham I. 21208-0439. Voice (after 4 PM) (301)922- Katsh; Dir. Benjamin Saxe. An honor soci- 0905; TDD (301)655-6767. Pres. Lois Li- ety of Jews who have attained distinction lienfeld Weiner. Developing a comprehen- in the arts, sciences, professions, and com- sive library of captioned and subtitled munal endeavors. Encourages the ad- films and tapes on Jewish subjects; distrib- vancement of knowledge; stimulates schol- utes them to organizations serving the arship, with particular reference to Jewish hearing-impaired, including mainstream life and thought; recognition by election to classes and senior adult groups, on a free- 452 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1989

loan, handling/shipping-charge-only basis. and traveling exhibits, sponsors public lec- Quarterly newsletter. tures, offers school curricula and teacher training. West Coast representative of Is- JWB JEWISH BOOK COUNCIL (1943). 15 E. rael's Yad Vashem; affiliated with the Jew- 26 St., NYC 10010. (212)532^949. Pres. ish Federation Council of Greater Los An- Abraham J. Kremer; Dir. Paula Gribetz geles. Gottlieb. Promotes knowledge of Jewish books through dissemination of booklists, MEMORIAL FOUNDATION FOR JEWISH CUL- program materials; sponsors Jewish Book TURE, INC. (1964). 15 E. 26 St., NYC Month; presents literary awards and li- 10010. (212)679-4074. Pres. Philip M. brary citations; cooperates with publishers Klutznick; Exec. Dir. Jerry Hochbaum. of Jewish books. Jewish Book Annual; Jew- Through the grants that it awards, encour- ish Books in Review; Jewish Book World. ages Jewish scholarship and Jewish educa- tion, supports communities that are strug- JWB JEWISH MUSIC COUNCIL (1944). 15 E. gling to maintain their Jewish identity, 26 St., NYC 10010. (212)532^949. Chmn. Leonard Kaplan; Coord. Paula Gribetz makes possible the training of Jewish men Gottlieb. Promotes Jewish music activities and women for professional careers in nationally; annually sponsors and pro- communal service in Jewishly deprived motes the Jewish Music season; encourages communities, and stimulates the documen- participation on a community basis. Jewish tation, commemoration, and teaching of Music Notes and numerous music resource the Holocaust. publications for national distribution. NATIONAL FOUNDATION FOR JEWISH CUL- JWB LECTURE BUREAU (1922). 15 E. 26 St., TURE (1960). 330 Seventh Ave., 21st fl., NYC 10010-1579. (212)532^949. Dir. NYC 10001. (212)629-0500. Pres. George Sesil Lissberger; Chmn. Mark S. Mandell. M. Zeltzer; Exec. V.-Pres. Abraham Atik. Provides, and assists in the selection of, Provides consultation and support to Jew- lecturers, performing artists, and exhibits ish community organizations, educational for local Jewish communal organizations; and cultural institutions, and individuals advises on program design; makes booking for Jewish cultural activities; awards fel- arrangements. The Jewish Arts; Learning lowships and publication grants to in- for Jewish Living—A Listing of Lecturers; dividuals preparing for careers in Jewish Available Lecturers from Israel; Lecturers scholarship;presents awards for creative on the Holocaust. efforts in Jewish cultural arts and for Jew- ish programming in small and intermedi- LEAGUE FOR YIDDISH, INC. (1979). 200 W. ate communities; publishes guides to na- 72 St., Suite 40, NYC 10023. (212)787- tional Jewish cultural resources, traveling 6675. Pres. Sadie Turak; Exec. Dir. exhibitions, and plays; serves as clearing- Mordkhe Schaechter. Promotes the devel- house of information on American Jewish opment and use of Yiddish as a living lan- culture; administers Joint Cultural Appeal guage. Afn Shvel. on behalf of national cultural organiza- LEO BAECK INSTITUTE, INC. (1955). 129 E. tions; administers Council of Archives and 73 St., NYC 10021. (212)744-6400. Pres. Research Libraries in Jewish Studies, Yosef Haim Yerushalmi; Sec. Fred Gru- Council of American Jewish Museums, bel. A library, archive, and research center and Council of Jewish Theaters. for the history of German-speaking Jewry. Offers lectures, exhibits, faculty seminars; NATIONAL HEBREW CULTURE COUNCIL publishes a series of monographs, year- (1952). 14 E. 4th St, NYC 10003. (212)- books, and journals. LBI Bulletin; LBI 674-8412. Cultivates the study of Hebrew News; LBI Year Book. as a modern language in American public high schools and colleges, providing guid- MARTYRS MEMORIAL & MUSEUM OF THE ance to community groups and public edu- HOLOCAUST (1963; reorg. 1978). 6505 cational authorities; annually administers Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA National Voluntary Examination in He- 90048.(213)651-3175. Chmn. Jack I. Salz- brew Culture and Knowledge of Israel in berg; Dir. Michael Nutkiewicz. Seeks to the public high schools, and conducts sum- commemorate the events and victims of mer seminar and tour of Israel for teachers the Holocaust and to educate against fu- and other educational personnel of the ture reoccurrences; maintains permanent public school system, in cooperation with NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 453

Hebrew University and WZO. Hebrew in Marc D. Angel. Conducts research and Colleges and Universities. promotes Sephardic culture through courses, lectures, concerts, conferences, NATIONAL YIDDISH BOOK CENTER (1980). Old East Street School, PO Box 969, Am- film programs, etc.; has an active publica- herst, MA 01004. (413)256-1241. Pres. tion program. Sephardic House Newsletter. Gail L. Perlman; Exec. Dir. Aaron Lansky. Collects used and out-of-print SKIRBALL MUSEUM, LOS Angeles, CA (see Yiddish books to distribute to individuals Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of and libraries worldwide; provides re- Religion) sources to make Yiddish culture accessible to a new generation. Yiddish Book News; SOCIETY FOR THE HISTORY OF CZECHOSLO- Der Pakn-treger/The Book Peddler; Yid- VAK JEWS, INC. (1961). 87-08 Santiago dish Bibliographic Notes. St., Holliswood, NY 11423. (718)468- 6844. Pres. and Ed. Lewis Weiner; Sec. NEW YORK HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL Joseph Abeles. Studies the history of COMMISSION (1982). 342 Madison Ave., Czechoslovak Jews, collects material and Suite 717, NYC 10173. (212)687-5020. disseminates information through the pub- Cochmn.George Klein, Hon. Robert M. lication of books and pamphlets. The Jews Morgenthau; Exec. Dir. David L. Blumen- of Czechoslovakia (3 vols); Review; Review feld; Museum Dir. David Altshuler. The II. commission is in the process of creating "A Living Memorial to the Holocaust-Mu- U.S. HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL COUNCIL seum of Jewish Heritage" in Battery Park (1980). 2000 L St., NW, Suite 588, Wash- City (lower Manhattan). The museum will ington, DC 20036. (202)653-9220. Chmn. contain permanent exhibitions on four Harvey M. Meyerhoff. Established by Congress in 1980 to plan and build the U.S. themes—The World Before, The Holo- Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washing- caust, The Aftermath, and Renewal in ton, D.C., and to encourage and sponsor America—as well as a state-of-the-art observances of an annual, national, civic Learning Center and a varied program of commemoration of the Holocaust known changing exhibitions. Newsletter. as the Days of Remembrance. Also en- RESEARCH FOUNDATION FOR JEWISH IMMI- gages in Holocaust education and research GRATION, INC.(1971). 570 Seventh Ave., programs. Consists of 55 members of all NYC 10018. (212)921-3871. Pres. Curt C. faiths and backgrounds appointed by the Silberman; Sec. and Coord, of Research president, plus five U.S. senators and five Herbert A. Strauss; Archivist Dennis E. members of the House of Representatives. Rohrbaugh. Studies and records the his- Newsletter (monthly); Directory of Holo- tory of the migration and acculturation of caust Institutions (annual). Jewish Nazi persecutees in various resettle- ment countries worldwide, with special YESHIVA UNIVERSITY MUSEUM (1973). emphasis on the American experience. In- 2520 Amsterdam Ave., NYC 10033. (212)- ternational Biographical Dictionary of Cen- 960-5390. Chmn. Bd. of Govs. Erica Jes- tral European Emigres, 1933-1945; Jewish selson; Dir. Sylvia A. Herskowitz. Col- Immigrants of the Nazi Period in the USA. lects, preserves, and interprets Jewish life and culture through changing exhibitions of ceremonial objects, rare books and doc- ST. LOUIS CENTER FOR HOLOCAUST STUD- uments, synagogue architecture, paintings, IES (1977). 12 Millstone Campus Dr., St. and decorative arts. Contemporary artists Louis, MO 63146. (314)432-0020. are featured. Special events and holiday Chmn.Fred Katz; Dir. Rabbi Robert workshops for adults and children. Guided Sternberg. Develops programs and pro- tours are offered. Seasonal calendar; special vides resources and educational materials exhibition catalogues. to further an understanding of the Holo- caust and its impact on civilization. Audio YIDDISHER KULTUR FARBAND—YKUF Visual and Curriculum Resources Guide. (1937). 1133 Broadway, Rm. 1023, NYC 10010. (212)691-0708. Pres. and Editor. SEPHARDIC HOUSE (1978). 8 W. 70 St., NYC Itche Goldberg. Publishes a monthly mag- 10023. (212)873-0300. Exec. Dir. Janice azine and books by contemporary and clas- Etzkowitz Ovadiah; Bd. Chmn. Rabbi sical Jewish writers; conducts cultural 454 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1989 forums; exhibits works by contemporary Pres. Heinz Eppler; Exec. V.-Pres. Michael Jewish artists and materials of Jewish his- Schneider. Organizes and financesrescue , torical value; organizes reading circles. relief, and rehabilitation programs for im- Yiddishe Kultur. periled and needy Jews overseas; conducts wide range of health, welfare, rehabilita- Yivo INSTITUTE FOR JEWISH RESEARCH, tion, education programs and aid to cul- INC. (1925). 1048 Fifth Ave., NYC 10028. tural and religious institutions; programs (212)535-6700. Chmn. Dr. Arnold Rich- benefiting 600,000 Jews in over 30 coun- ards; Exec. Dir. Samuel Norich. Engages tries overseas. Major areas of operation are in social and humanistic research pertain- ing to East European Jewish life; maintains Israel, North Africa, and Europe. Annual library and archives which provide a major report; JDC World. international, national, and New York re- AMERICAN JEWISH PHILANTHROPIC FUND source used by institutions, individual (1955). 386 Park Ave. S., NYC 10016. scholars, and laymen; trains graduate stu- (212)OR9-0010. Pres. Charles J. Tanen- dents in Yiddish, East European, and baum. Provides resettlement assistance to American Jewish studies; offers exhibits, Jewish refugees primarily through pro- conferences, public programs; publishes grams administered by the International books. Yediesfun Yivo—News of the Yivo; Rescue Committee at its offices in Western Yidishe Shprakh; Yivo Annual of Jewish So- cial Science; Yivo Bleter. Europe and the U.S. AMERICAN ORT FEDERATION, INC.—OR- , MAX WEINREICH CENTER FOR AD- GANIZATION FOR REHABILITATION VANCED JEWISH STUDIES (1968). 1048 THROUGH TRAINING (1924). 817 Broad- Fifth Ave., NYC 10028. (212)535-6700. way, NYC 10003. (212)677^400. Pres. Dean Deborah Dash Moore. Provides ad- David B. Hermelin; Exec. V.-Pres. Donald vanced-level training in Yiddish language H. Klein. Provides vocational/technical and literature, ethnography, folklore, lin- education to over 158,000 students at ORT guistics, and history; offers guidance on schools and training centers in 18 coun- dissertation or independent research. The tries, with the largest program in Israel Field of Yiddish; Jewish Folklore & Eth- serving 92,000 students. Teaching staff nology Newsletter. numbers 5,200. Annual cost of program is OVERSEAS AID about $119 million. American ORT Feder- ation Bulletin; ORT Yearbook. AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR ETHIOPIAN JEWS (1969). 2028 P St., NW, Washing- , AMERICAN AND EUROPEAN ton, DC 20036. (202)223-6838. Pres. Na- FRIENDS OF ORT (1941). 817 Broadway, than Shapiro; Dir. William Recant. In- NYC 10003. (212)677^400. Pres. Simon forms world Jewry about the plight of Jaglom; Hon. Chmn. Jacques Zwibak; Ethiopian Jews; advocates rescue of Ethi- Deputy Chmn. S. Alexander Strasun. Pro- opian Jewry as a major priority; provides motes the ORT idea among Americans of relief in refugee areas and Ethiopia; and European extraction; supports the Litton helps resettlement in Israel. Release; News- ORT Auto-Mechanics School in Jerusalem line. and the ORT School of Engineering in Je- rusalem. Promotes the work of the Ameri- AMERICAN FRIENDS OF THE ALLIANCE IS- can ORT Federation. RAELITE UNIVERSELLE, INC. (1946). 420 Lexington Ave., Suite 1733, NYC 10170. , AMERICAN LABOR ORT (1937). 817 (212)808-5437. Pres. Henriette Beilis; Broadway, NYC 10003. (212)677^1400. Exec. Dir. Warren Green. Participates in Chmn. Sam Fine. Promotes ORT program educational and human rights activities of of vocational training among Jews through the AIU and supports the Alliance System activities of the ILGWU and the Amal- of Jewish schools, teachers' colleges, and gamated Clothing & Textile Workers remedial programs in Israel, North Africa, Union. Promotes the work of the Ameri- the Middle East, Europe, and Canada. Al- can ORT Federation. liance Review. , BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL ORT AMERICAN JEWISH JOINT DISTRIBUTION (1937). 817 Broadway, NYC 10003. (212)- COMMITTEE, INC.—JDC (1914). 711 677^400. Pres. Rose Seidel Kalich. Pro- Third Ave., NYC 10017. (212)687-6200. motes work of American ORT Federation. NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 455

, NATIONAL ORT LEAGUE (1914). JEWISH RESTITUTION SUCCESSOR ORGANI- 817 Broadway, NYC 10003. (212)677- ZATION (1947). 15 E. 26 St., Rm. 1355, 4400. Pres. Judah Wattenberg; First V.- NYC 10010. (212)696-4944. Sec. and Pres. Tibor Waldman. Promotes ORT idea Exec. Dir. Saul Kagan. Acts to discover, among Jewish fraternal landsmanshaften claim, receive, and assist in the recovery of and individuals. Promotes the work of the Jewish heirless or unclaimed property; to American ORT Federation. utilize such assets or to provide for their utilization for the relief, rehabilitation, and , WOMEN'S AMERICAN ORT (1927). resettlement of surviving victims of Nazi 315 Park Ave. S., NYC 10010. (212)505- persecution. 7700. Pres. Reese Feldman; Exec. V.-Pres. Nathan Gould. Represents and advances NORTH AMERICAN CONFERENCE ON ETHI- the program and philosophy of ORT OPIAN JEWRY (NACOEJ) (1982). 165 E. among the women of the American Jewish 56 St., NYC 10022. (212)752-6340.Pres. community through membership and edu- Jonathan Giesberg; Exec. Dir. Barbara cational activities; materially supports the Ribakove Gordon. Provides assistance to vocational training operations of World Ethiopian Jews in Ethiopia and in Israel; ORT; contributes to the American Jewish informs American and other Jewish com- community by encouraging participation munities about their situation; works to in- in ORT campaigns and through general crease involvement of world Jewish com- education to help raise the level of Jewish munities in assisting, visiting, and learning consciousness among American Jewish about Ethiopian Jews. Lifeline (member- women; through its American Affairs pro- ship newsletter). gram, cooperates in efforts to improve the quality of education and vocational train- RE'UTH WOMEN'S SOCIAL SERVICE, INC. ing in the U.S. Women's American ORT (1937). 240 W. 98 St., NYC 10025. (212)- Reporter; Close- Ups. 666-7880. Pres. Ursula Merkin; V.-Pres. Use Rosenbaum. Maintains in Israel subsi- CONFERENCE ON JEWISH MATERIAL dized housing for self-reliant older people, CLAIMS AGAINST GERMANY, INC. (1951). old-age homes for more dependent elderly, 15 E. 26 St., Rm. 1355, NYC 10010. (212)- Lichtenstadter Hospital for chronically ill, 696-4944. Pres. Israel Miller; Sec. and subsidized meals, Golden Age clubs. An- Exec. Dir. Saul Kagan. Monitors the im- nual journal. plementation of restitution and indemnifi- cation programs of the German Federal THANKS TO SCANDINAVIA, INC. (1963). 745 Republic (FRG) arising from its agree- Fifth Ave., Rm. 603, NYC 10151. (212)- ments with FRG. Administers Hardship 486-8600. Natl. Chmn. Victor Borge; Fund, which distributes DM 400,000,000 Pres. and Exec. Off. Richard Netter. Pro- appropriated by FRG for Jewish Nazi vic- vides scholarships and fellowships at tims unable to file timely claims under American universities and medical centers original indemnification laws. Also assists to students and doctors from Denmark, needy non-Jews who risked their lives to Finland, Norway, and Sweden in apprecia- help Jewish survivors. tion of the rescue of Jews from the Holo- caust. Informs current and future genera- HIAS, INC. (HEBREW IMMIGRANT AID SO- tions of Americans and Scandinavians of CIETY) (1880; reorg. 1954). 200 Park Ave. these singular examples of humanity and S., NYC 10003. (212)674-6800. Pres. Ben bravery; funds books about this chapter of Zion Leuchter; Exec. V.-Pres. Karl D. history. Annual report; books, pamphlets. Zukerman. International Jewish migration agency with headquarters in the U.S. and UNITED JEWISH APPEAL, INC. (1939). 99 offices, affiliates, and representatives in Park Ave., NYC 10016. (212)818-9100. Europe, Latin America, Canada, Aus- Natl. Chmn. Morton A. Kornreich; tralia, New Zealand, and Israel. Assists Chmn. Bd. of Trustees Martin F. Stein; Jewish migrants and refugees from Eastern Pres. Stanley B. Horowitz. The annual Europe, the Middle East, North Africa, UJA/Federation Campaign is the primary and Latin America. Via U.S. government- instrument for the support of humanitar- funded programs, assists in the resettle- ian programs and social services for Jews ment of Indo-Chinese and other refugees. at home and abroad. In Israel, through the HIAS Annual Report; HIAS Reporter; Jewish Agency, campaign funds help ab- Quarterly Statistical Abstract. sorb, educate, and settle new immigrants, 456 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1989 build villages and farms in rural areas, sup- tensive regional and national activities. port innovative programs for troubled and Newsletters. disadvantaged youth, and promote the re- vitalization of distressed neighborhoods. , YOUNG MEN'S DIVISION—ZEIREI AGUDATH ISRAEL (1921). 84 William St., UJA/Federation funds also provide for the NYC 10038. (212)797-9000. Pres. Avro- well-being of Jews and Jewish communities hom Biderman; Dir. Rabbi Labish Becker. in 33 other countries around the world Educates youth to see Torah as source of through the American Jewish Joint Distri- guidance for all issues facing Jews as in- bution Committee. Constituent depart- dividuals and as a people. Inculcates a ments of the UJA include the Rabbinic spirit of activism through projects in reli- Cabinet, University Programs Depart- gious, Torah-educational, and community- ment, Women's Division, Young Leader- welfare fields. Zeirei Forum; Am Hatorah; ship Cabinet, the Young Women's Leader- Da/ Chizuk; Ohr Hakollel. ship Cabinet, and the Business and Professional Women's Council. AGUDATH ISRAEL WORLD ORGANIZATION (1912). 84 William St., NYC 10038. (212)- RELIGIOUS AND EDUCATIONAL 797-9000. Cochmn. Rabbi Moshe Sherer, Rabbi Yehudah Meir Abramowitz. Repre- AGUDATH ISRAEL OF AMERICA (1922). 84 sents the interests of Orthodox Jewry on William St., NYC 10038. (212)797-9000. the national and international scenes. Pres. Rabbi Moshe Sherer; Exec. Dir. Sponsors projects to strengthen Torah life Rabbi Boruch B. Borchardt. Mobilizes Or- worldwide. thodox Jews to cope with Jewish problems in the spirit of the Torah; sponsors a broad AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF RABBIS (1978). range of projects aimed at enhancing reli- 350 Fifth Ave., Suite 3308, NYC 10001. gious living, education, children's welfare, (212)244-3350. Pres. Rabbi Jacob Fried- protection of Jewish religious rights, out- man; Sec. Rabbi Robert Chernoff. An or- reach to the assimilated, and social ser- ganization of rabbis serving in pulpits, in vices. Jewish Observer; Dos Yiddishe Vort; areas of education, and in social work. Bi- Coalition. monthly newsletter; quarterly journal.

, AGUDAH WOMEN OF AMERICA- ANNENBERG RESEARCH INSTITUTE (for- N'SHEI AGUDATH ISRAEL (1940). 84 Wil- merly DROPSIE COLLEGE FOR HEBREW liam St., NYC 10038. (212)363-8940. AND COGNATE LEARNING) (1907; reorg. Presidium Esther Bohensky, Aliza Grund. 1986). 250 N. Highland Ave., Merion, PA Organizes Jewish women for philanthropic 19066. (215)667-1830. Dir. Bernard work in the U.S. and Israel and for inten- Lewis; Assoc. Dir. David M. Goldenberg. sive Torah education. Seeks to train Torah- A center for advanced research in Judaic and Near Eastern studies at the postdoc- guided Jewish mothers. toral level. Jewish Quarterly Review. , CHILDREN'S DIVISION—PIRCHEI ASSOCIATION FOR JEWISH STUDIES (1969). AGUDATH ISRAEL (1925). 84 William St., Widener Library M., Harvard University, NYC 10038 (212)797-9000. Natl. Dir. Cambridge, MA 02138. Pres. Ruth R. Rabbi Joshua Silbermintz; Natl. Coord. Wisse; Exec. Sec. Charles Berlin. Seeks to Rabbi Mordechai Mehlman. Educates Or- promote, maintain, and improve the teach- thodox Jewish children in Torah; encour- ing of Jewish studies in American colleges ages sense of communal responsibility. and universities by sponsoring meetings Branches sponsor weekly youth groups and conferences, publishing a newsletter and Jewish welfare projects. National Mish- and other scholarly materials, setting stan- nah contests, rallies, and conventions fos- dards for programs in Jewish studies, aid- ter unity on a national level. Darkeinu; ing in the placement of teachers, coordinat- Leaders Guides. ing research, and cooperating with other scholarly organizations. AJS Review; news- , GIRLS' DIVISION—BNOS AGUDATH letter. ISRAEL (1921). 84 William St., NYC 10038. (212)797-9000. Natl. Dir. Devorah ASSOCIATION OF HILLEL/JEWISH CAMPUS Pollack. Sponsors regular weekly pro- PROFESSIONALS (1949). 6300 Forsyth grams on the local level and unites girls Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63105. (314)726- from throughout the Torah world with ex- 6177. Pres. Rabbi James S. Diamond; NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 457

Exec. Off. Judith Schwartz. Seeks to pro- Community Planning in federation, com- mote professional relationships and ex- munity organization, center, and family changes of experience, develop personnel services; MA and MEd in Jewish educa- standards and qualifications, safeguard in- tion and double MA in journalism with tegrity of Hillel profession; represents and Towson State University; MA program in advocates before National Hillel Staff, Na- the study of Christian-Jewish relations tional Hillel Commission, B'nai B'rith In- with St. Mary's Seminary and University; ternational, Council of Jewish Federations. MA program in community relations with AHJCP Bulletin. University of Maryland Graduate School. ASSOCIATION OF ORTHODOX JEWISH SCIEN- TISTS (1948). 1373 Coney Island Ave., BETH MEDROSH ELYON (ACADEMY OF Brooklyn, NY 11230. (718)338-8592. HIGHER LEARNING AND RESEARCH) Pres. Allen Bennett; Bd. Chmn. Sheldon (1943). 73 Main St., Monsey, NY 10952. Kornbluth. Seeks to contribute to the de- (914)356-7065. Bd. Chmn. Emanuel Wel- velopment of science within the framework dler; Treas. Arnold Jacobs; Sec. Yerach- of Orthodox Jewish tradition; to obtain miel Censor. Provides postgraduate and disseminate information relating to the courses and research work in higher Jewish interaction between the Jewish traditional studies; offers scholarships and fellow- way of life and scientific developments—on ships. Annual journal. both an ideological and practical level; to assist in the solution of problems pertain- B'NAI B'RITH HILLEL FOUNDATIONS, INC. (1923). 1640 Rhode Island Ave., NW, ing to Orthodox Jews engaged in scientific Washington, DC 20036. (202)857-6560. teaching or research. Two main conven- Chmn. B'nai B'rith Hillel Comm. Edwin tions are held each year. Intercom; Pro- Shapiro; Internatl. Dir. Richard M. Joel; ceedings; Halacha Bulletin; newsletter. Assoc. Internatl. Dir. Rabbi William D. BALTIMORE HEBREW UNIVERSITY (1919). Rudolph. Provides cultural, social, com- 5800 Park Heights Ave., Baltimore, MD munity-service, educational, and religious 21215. (301)578-6900. Pres. Leivy Smolar; activities for Jewish college students of all Bd. Chmn. Mark D. Coplin. Offers under- denominational backgrounds on more graduate and graduate programs in Jewish than 400 campuses in the U.S., Canada, studies, biblical and Near Eastern archae- and overseas. Sponsors seminars in Israel, ology, philosophy, literature, history, He- annual Washington Public Policy Confer- ence, National Jewish Law Students Asso- brew language and literature; Joseph ciation, Student Secretariat; Arts and Cul- Meyerhoff Library. ture Task Force, regional retreats and .BALTIMORE INSTITUTE FOR JEWISH shabbatons; cosponsors Washington Soviet COMMUNAL SERVICE. Joint certification Jewry Lobby. Jewish Life on Campus: A program with University of Maryland, Directory of B'nai B'rith Hillel Foundations Towson State University, the Associated and Other Jewish Campus Activities; Igeret; Jewish Charities and Welfare Fund, the National Jewish Law Review; NJLS News- UJA/Federation of Greater Washington, letter. and Bnai Brith International sponsoring field work, seminars, and overseas study. B'NAI B'RITH YOUTH ORGANIZATION (1924). 1640 Rhode Island Ave., NW, .BERNARD MANEKIN SCHOOL OF Washington, DC 20036. (202)857-6633. UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES. Dean Judy Chmn. Youth Comm. Edward Yalowitz; Meltzer. BA program; the Isaac C. Rosen- Internatl. Dir. Sidney Clearfield. Helps thai Center for Jewish Education; on-site Jewish teenagers achieve self-fulfillment courses throughout Maryland and in Jeru- and make a maximum contribution to the salem; interdisciplinary concentrations: Jewish community and their country's cul- contemporary Middle East, American ture; helps members acquire a greater Jewish culture, and the humanities. knowledge and appreciation of Jewish reli- gion and culture. BBYO Advisor; Monday .PEGGY MEYERHOFF PEARLSTONE Morning; Shofar; Hakol; Kesher. SCHOOL OF GRADUATE STUDIES. Dean Robert O. Freedman. PhD and MA pro- BRAMSON ORT TECHNICAL INSTITUTE grams; MA and MSW with University of (1977). 304 Park Ave. S., NYC 10010. Maryland School of Social Work and (212)677-7420. Dir. Howard Friedman. A 458 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1989

two-year Jewish technical college offering demic institutions; grants bachelor's and certificates and associate degrees in high master's degrees. technology and business fields, including computer programming and technology, COALITION FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF electronics technology, business manage- JEWISH EDUCATION (CAJE) (1976). 468 ment.word processing, and ophthalmic Park Ave. S., Rm. 904, NYC 10016. (212)- technology. Houses the Center for Com- 696-0740. Chmn. Betsy Katz; Dir. Eliot G. Spack. Brings together Jews from all puters in Jewish Education. ideologies who are involved in every facet BRANDEIS-BARDIN INSTITUTE (1941). 1101 of Jewish education, and are committed to Peppertree Lane, Brandeis, CA 93064. transmitting Jewish knowledge, culture, (818)348-7201. Pres. John Rauch. A plu- and experience; serves as a channel of com- ralistic, nondenominational Jewish institu- munication for its membership to share re- tion providing programs for people of all sources and methods, and as a forum for ages: Brandeis Camp Institute (BCI), a exchange of philosophical and theoretical leadership program for college-age adults; approaches to Jewish education. Sponsors Camp Alonim, a positive Jewish experi- annual conference on Alternatives in Jew- ence for children 8-16; House of the Book ish Education. Bikurim; Crisis Curricula; shabbat weekends for adults 25 + , at Mekasher; CAJE Jewish Education News. which scholars-in-residence discuss histo- rical, cultural, religious.and spiritual as- COUNCIL FOR JEWISH EDUCATION (1926). 426 W. 58 St., NYC 10019. (212)713- pects of Judaism. Brandeis-Bardin Insti- 0290. Pres. Bernard Ducoff; Exec. Sec. tute Newsletter; BCI Alumni News. Philip Gorodetzer. Fellowship of Jewish CANTORS ASSEMBLY (1947). 150 Fifth Ave., education professionals, comprising ad- NYC 10011. (212)691-8020. Pres. Sol- ministrators and supervisors of national omon Mendelson; Exec. V.-Pres. Samuel and local Jewish educational institutions Rosenbaum. Seeks to unite all cantors who and agencies, and teachers in Hebrew high adhere to traditional Judaism and who schools and Jewish teachers colleges, of all serve as full-time cantors in bona fidecon - ideological groupings; conducts annual na- gregations to conserve and promote the tional and regional conferences in all areas of Jewish education; represents the Jewish musical traditions of the Jews and to ele- education profession before the Jewish vate the status of the cantonal profession. community; cosponsors, with the Jewish Annual Proceedings; Journal of Synagogue Education Service of North America, a Music. personnel committee and other projects; CENTRAL CONFERENCE OF AMERICAN cooperates with Jewish Agency Depart- RABBIS (1889). 192 Lexington Ave., NYC ment of Education and Culture in promot- 10016. (212)684-^990. Pres. Rabbi Eugene ing Hebrew culture and studies; conducts J. Lipman; Exec. V.-Pres. Rabbi Joseph B. lectureship at Hebrew University. Jewish Glaser. Seeks to conserve and promote Ju- Education; Sheviley Hahinnukh. daism and to disseminate its teachings in a liberal spirit. Journal of Reform Judaism; DROPSIE COLLEGE FOR HEBREW AND COG- CCAR Yearbook. NATE LEARNING (see Annenberg Re- search Institute) CLAL (see National Jewish Center for Learning and Leadership) FEDERATION OF JEWISH MEN'S CLUBS, INC. (1929). 475 Riverside Dr., Suite 244, NYC CLEVELAND COLLEGE OF JEWISH STUDIES 10115. (212)749-8100. Pres. Jerome Ag- (1964). 26500 Shaker Blvd., Beachwood, rest; Exec. Dir. Rabbi Charles Simon. Pro- OH 44122. (216)464-4050. Pres. David motes principles and objectives of Conser- S.Ariel; Bd. Chmn. Donna Yanowitz. Pro- vative Judaism by organizing, sponsoring, vides courses in all areas of Judaic and He- and developing men's clubs or brother- brew studies to adults and college-age stu- hoods; supports OMETZ Center for Con- dents; offers continuing education for servative Judaism on campus; promotes Jewish educators and administrators; Home Library of Conservative Judaism serves as a center for Jewish life and cul- and the Art of Jewish Living series; spon- ture; expands the availability of courses in sors Hebrew literacy adult education pro- Judaic studies by exchanging faculty, stu- gram; presents awards for service to Amer- dents, and credits with neighboring aca- ican Jewry. Torchlight. NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 459 GRATZ COLLEGE (1895). 10th St. and Tabor Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45220 (1875), Rd., Philadelphia, PA 19141. (215)329- Kenneth Ehrlich, Dean; 1 W. 4 St., NYC 3363. Bd. Chmn. Stephen Saks; Pres. Gary 10012 (1922), Norman J. Cohen, Dean; S. Schiff. Offers a wide variety of bache- 3077 University Ave., Los Angeles, CA lor's, master's, teacher-training, continu- 90007 (1954), Uri D. Herscher, Chief ing-education, and high-school-level pro- Admin. Off.; 13 King David St., Jerusalem, grams in Judaic, Hebraic, and Middle Israel 94101 (1963), Michael Klein, Dean. Eastern studies. Grants BA and MA in Prepares students for Reform rabbinate, Jewish studies, Bachelor and Master of He- cantorate, religious-school teaching and brew literature, MA in Jewish education, administration, community service, aca- MA in Jewish music, certificates in Judaica demic careers; promotes Jewish studies; librarianship, Jewish communal studies, Jewish chaplaincy, and other credentials. maintains libraries and a museum; offers Joint bachelor's programs with Temple master's and doctoral degrees; engages in University and Beaver College and joint archaeological excavations; publishes graduate program in Jewish communal scholarly works through Hebrew Union service with U. of Pennsylvania. Various College Press. American Jewish Archives; newsletters, a yearbook, and scholarly pub- Bibliographica Judaica; HUC-JIR Cata- lications. logue; Hebrew Union College Annual; Studies in Bibliography and Booklore; The HEBREW COLLEGE (1921). 43 Hawes St., Chronicle. Brookline, MA 02146. (617)232-8710. Pres. Samuel Schafler; Bd. Chmn. Herbert , AMERICAN JEWISH ARCHIVES L. Berman. Provides intensive programs of (1947). 3101 Clifton Ave., Cincinnati, OH study in all areas of Jewish culture from 45220. (513)221-1875. Dir. Jacob R. Mar- high school through college and graduate- cus; Admin. Dir. Abraham Peck. Pro- school levels, also at branch in Hartford; motes the study and preservation of the offers the degrees of MA in Jewish studies, Western Hemisphere Jewish experience Bachelor and Master of Jewish education, through research, publications, collection Bachelor of Hebrew letters, and teachers of important source materials, and a vigor- diploma; degrees fully accredited by New ous public-outreach program. American England Assoc. of Schools and Colleges. Jewish Archives; monographs, publications, Operates Hebrew-speaking Camp Yavneh and pamphlets. in Northwood, NH; offers extensive Ulpan program and courses for community. He- , AMERICAN JEWISH PERIODICAL brew College Today. CENTER (1957). 3101 Clifton Ave., Cin- cinnati, OH 45220. (513)221-1875. Dir. HEBREW THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE (1922). Jacob R. Marcus; Codir. Herbert C. 7135 N. Carpenter Rd., Skokie, IL 60077. Zafren. Maintains microfilms of all Ameri- (312)267-9800. Pres. Rabbi Don Well; Bd. can Jewish periodicals 1823-1925, selected Chmn. Colman Ginsparg. An institution periodicals since 1925. Jewish Periodicals of higher Jewish learning which includes a and Newspapers on Microfilm (1957); First division of advanced Hebrew studies, a Supplement (1960); Augmented Edition school of liberal arts and sciences, a rab- (1984). binical ordination program, a graduate school in Judaic studies and pastoral coun- , EDGAR F. MAGNIN SCHOOL OF seling; the Fasman Yeshiva High School; a GRADUATE STUDIES (1956). 3077 Univer- high school summer program combining sity Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90007. (213)- Torah studies and computer science 749-3424. Dir. Stanley Chyet. Supervises courses; anda Jewish studies program. Or programs leading to PhD (Education), Shmuel Torah Journal; quarterly newslet- DHS, DHL, and MA degrees; participates ter. in cooperative PhD programs with the University of Southern California. HEBREW UNION COLLEGE-JEWISH INSTI- TUTE OF RELIGION (1875). 3101 Clifton , JEROME H. LOUCHHEIM SCHOOL OF Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45220. (513)221- JUDAIC STUDIES (1969). 3077 University 1875. Pres. Alfred Gottschalk; Exec. Dean Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90007. (213)749- Eugene Mihaly; Exec. V.-Pres. Uri D. 3424. Dir. David Ellenson. Offers pro- Herscher; Chmn. Bd. of Govs. Richard J. grams leading to MA, BS, BA, and AA Scheuer. Academic centers: 3101 Clifton degrees; offers courses as part of the under- 460 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1989 graduate program of the University of conjunction with USC in public adminis- Southern California. tration or gerontology. , NELSON GLUECK SCHOOL OF BIBLI- , SCHOOL OF JEWISH STUDIES (1963). CAL ARCHAEOLOGY (1963). 13 King 13 King David St., Jerusalem, Israel, David St., Jerusalem, Israel 94101. Dir. 94101. (02)20333. Dean Michael Klein; Avraham Biran. Offers graduate-level re- Assoc. Dean Rabbi Shaul R. Feinberg. Of- search programs in Bible and archaeology. fers first year of graduate rabbinic, can- Summer excavations are carried out by tonal, and Jewish education studies (re- scholars and students. University credit quired) for American students; program may be earned by participants in excava- leading to ordination for Israeli rabbinic tions. Consortium of colleges, universities, students; undergraduate semester in Jeru- and seminaries is affiliated with the school. salem and one-year work/study program on a kibbutz in cooperation with Union of American Hebrew Congregations; public , RHEA HIRSCH SCHOOL OF EDUCA- outreach programs (lectures, courses, con- TION (1967). 3077 University Ave., Los certs, exhibits). Angeles, CA 90007. (213)749-3424. Dir. Sara S. Lee. Offers PhD and MA programs , SCHOOL OF SACRED MUSIC (1947). in Jewish and Hebrew education; conducts 1 W. 4 St., NYC 10012. (212)674-5300. joint degree programs with University of V.-Pres. and Dean Paul M. Steinberg. Southern California; offers courses for Jew- Trains cantors and music personnel for ish teachers, librarians, and early educa- congregations; offers MSM degree. Sacred tors on a nonmatriculating basis; conducts Music Press. summer institutes for professional Jewish educators. , SKIRBALL MUSEUM (1913; 1972 in Calif). 3077 University Ave., Los Angeles, , SCHOOL OF EDUCATION (1947). 1 CA 90007. (213)749-3424. Dir. Nancy W. 4 St., NYC 10012. (212)674-5300. V.- Berman; Curator Barbara Gilbert. Col- Pres. and Dean of Faculty Paul M. Stein- lects, preserves, researches, and exhibits berg; Dean Norman J. Cohen; Dir. Kerry art and artifacts made by or for Jews, or M. Olitzky. Trains teachers and principals otherwise associated with Jews and Juda- for Reform religious schools; offers MA ism. Provides opportunity to faculty and degree with specialization in religious edu- students to do research in the field of Jew- cation; offers extension programs in vari- ish art. Catalogues of exhibits and collec- ous suburban centers. tions. , SCHOOL OF GRADUATE STUDIES HERZLIAH-JEWISH TEACHERS SEMINARY (1949). 3101 Clifton Ave., Cincinnati, OH (1967). Division of Touro College. 30 W. 45220 (513)221-1875. Dean Samuel 44 St., NYC 10036. (212)575-1819. Pres. Greengus. Offers programs leading to MA Bernard Lander; Dir. Jacob Katzman. and PhD degrees; offers program leading to DHL degree for rabbinic graduates of , GRADUATE SCHOOL OF JEWISH the college. STUDIES (1981). 30 W. 44th St., NYC 10036. (212)575-0190. Pres. Bernard , SCHOOL OF JEWISH COMMUNAL Lander; Dean Michael Shmidman. Offers SERVICE (1968). 3077 University Ave., programs leading to MA in Jewish studies, Los Angeles, CA 90007. (213)749-3424. including Hebrew language and literature, Dir. Gerald B. Bubis. Offers certificate and Jewish education, history, philosophy, and master's degree to those employed in Jew- sociology. Admits men and women who ish communal services, or preparing for have bachelor's degrees and backgrounds such work; offers joint MA in Jewish edu- in Hebrew, Yiddish, and Jewish studies. cation and communal service with Rhea Hirsch School; offers MA and MSW in , JEWISH PEOPLE'S UNIVERSITY OF conjunction with the University of South- THE AIR. (212)575-1819. Dir./Producer ern California School of Social Work, with Dr. Jacob Katzman. The educational out- the George Warren Brown School of Social reach arm of Touro College, it produces Work of Washington University, and with and disseminates Jewish educational and the University of Pittsburgh School of So- cultural programming for radio broadcast cial Work; offers joint master's degrees in and on audio-cassettes. NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 461 INSTITUTE FOR COMPUTERS IN JEWISH LIFE in Jewish Educational Leadership training (1978). 845 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 843, program (FUEL); provides placement of Chicago, IL 60611. (312)787-7856. Pres. upper-level bureau and communal school Thomas Klutznick; Exec. V.-Pres. Irving personnel and educators. Pedagogic Re- J. Rosenbaum. Explores, develops, and dis- porter; TRENDS; Information Research seminates applications of computer tech- Bulletins; Jewish Education Directory; an- nology to appropriate areas of Jewish life, nual report; NISE Newsletter. with special emphasis on Jewish education; provides access to the Bar-Ilan University JEWISH MINISTERS CANTORS ASSOCIATION Responsa Project; creates educational soft- OF AMERICA, INC. (1896). 3 W. 16 St., ware for use in Jewish schools; provides NYC 10011. (212)675-6601. Pres. Cantor consulting service and assistance for na- Nathan H. Muchnick. Furthers and propa- tional Jewish organizations, seminaries, gates traditional liturgy; places cantors in and synagogues. Monitor. synagogues throughout the U.S. and Can- ada; develops the cantors of the future. Kol JEWISH CHAUTAUQUA SOCIETY, INC. (spon- Lakol. sored by NATIONAL FEDERATION OF TEMPLE BROTHERHOODS) (1893). 838 JEWISH RECONSTRUCTIONIST FOUNDATION Fifth Ave., NYC 10021. (212)570-0707. (1940). Church Rd. and Greenwood Ave., Pres. Carl J. Burkons; Exec. Dir. Av Bon- Wyncote, PA 19095. (215)887-1988. Pres. darin. Disseminates authoritative informa- Lillian S. Kaplan; Exec. Dir. Rabbi Mor- tion on Jews and Judaism; assigns rabbis to dechai Liebling. Dedicated to the advance- lecture at colleges and secondary schools; ment of Judaism as the evolving religious endows courses in Judaism for college credit at universities; donates Jewish refer- civilization of the Jewish people. Coordi- ence books to college libraries; sends rabbis nates the Federation of Reconstructionist to serve as counselor-teachers at Christian Congregations and Havurot, Reconstruc- church summer camps and as chaplains at tionist Rabbinical Association, and Recon- Boy Scout camps; sponsors institutes on structionist Rabbinical College. Judaism for Christian clergy; produces , FEDERATION OF RECONSTRUC- motion pictures for public-service televi- TIONIST CONGREGATIONS AND HAVUROT sion and group showings. Brotherhood. (1954). Church Rd. and Greenwood Ave., JEWISH EDUCATION IN MEDIA, INC. (1978). Wyncote, PA 19095. (215)887-1988. Pres. PO Box 180, Riverdale Sta., NYC 10471. Roger Price; Exec. Dir. Rabbi Mordechai (212)362-7633. Pres. Bernard Samers; Liebling. Services affiliated congregations Exec. Dir. Rabbi Mark S. Golub. Seeks to and havurot educationally and administra- promote Jewish identity and commitment tively; fosters the establishment of new Re- through the creation of innovative and en- constructionist congregations and fellow- tertaining media materials, including radio ship groups. Runs the Reconstructionist and television programming, film, and Press and provides programmatic materi- audio and video cassettes for synagogue als. Maintains regional offices in New and institutional use. Produces syndicated York, Los Angeles, and South Bend, Ind. radio magazine, L'Chayim. The Reconstructionist; newsletter. JEWISH EDUCATION SERVICE OF NORTH , RECONSTRUCTIONIST RABBINICAL AMERICA, INC. (JESNA) (1981). 730 ASSOCIATION (1974). Church Rd. and Broadway, NYC 10003. (212)529-2000. Greenwood Ave., Wyncote, PA 19095. Pres. Bennett Yanowitz; Exec. V.-Pres. (215)576-0800. Pres. Rabbi Joy Levitt; Jonathan Woocher. Coordinating, plan- Admin. Michael M. Cohen. Professional ning, and service agency for Jewish educa- organization for graduates of the Recon- tion in bureaus and federations; offers cur- structionist Rabbinical College and other ricular advisement and maintains a rabbis who identify with Reconstructionist National Educational Resource Center; Judaism; cooperates with Federation of runs regional pedagogic conferences; con- Reconstructionist Congregations and ducts evaluative surveys on Jewish educa- Havurot in furthering Reconstructionism tion; engages in statistical and other educa- in N. America. Raayanot; newsletter. tional research; provides community consultations; sponsors the National -, RECONSTRUCTIONIST RABBINICAL Board of License; administers Fellowships COLLEGE (see p. 465) 462 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1989

JEWISH TEACHERS ASSOCIATION—MORIM one hour-long documentary on NBC-TV; (1931). 45 E. 33 St., NYC 10016. (212)- TV program on ABC. Distributes cassettes 684-0556. Pres. Phyllis L. Pullman; V.- of programs at minimum charge. Pres. Eli Nieman. Protects teachers from abuse of seniority rights; fights the en- , GRADUATE SCHOOL (formerly IN- croachment of anti-Semitism in education; STITUTE FOR ADVANCED STUDY IN THE provides legal counsel to protect teachers HUMANITIES) (1968). 3080 Broadway, from discrimination; offers scholarships to NYC 10027. (212)678-8024. Dean Shaye qualified students; encourages teachers to J. D. Cohen. Graduate programs leading assume active roles in Jewish communal to MA, DHL, and PhD degrees in Jewish and religious affairs. Morim Jewish Teach- studies, Bible, Jewish education, history, ers Association Newsletter. literature, philosophy, rabbinics, and medieval studies; dual degree with Co- JEWISH THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY OF lumbia University School of Social Work. AMERICA (1886; reorg. 1902). 3080 Broad- way, NYC 10027^649. (212)678-8000. Chancellor Ismar Schorsch; Bd. Chmn. , JERUSALEM CAMPUS, JTS (1962). Stephen M. Peck. Operates undergraduate PO Box 196, Jerusalem, Israel 91001. (02)- and graduate programs in Judaic studies; 631121. Head of Campus Shamma Fried- professional schools for training Conserva- man. Offers year-in-Israel programs for tive rabbis and cantors; a pastoral psychia- college and postgraduate students seeking try center; Melton Center for Jewish Edu- to combine Jewish studies with a commu- cation; the Jewish Museum; and such nity supportive of religious commitment youth programs as the Ramah Camps, the and observance (Midreshet Yeru- OMETZ-Center for Conservative Judaism shalayim). Academic and residential cen- on Campus, and the Prozdor high-school ter for JTS rabbinical and cantonal stu- division. Produces the "Eternal Light" dents. Provides final year of training for radio and TV programs. Academic Bulle- rabbinical students of the Seminario Rab- tin; Seminary Progress; The Second Cen- binico of Argentina. tury. , JEWISH MUSEUM {see p. 451) , ALBERT A. LIST COLLEGE OF JEW- , Louis FINKELSTEIN INSTITUTE FOR ISH STUDIES (formerly SEMINARY COL- RELIGIOUS AND SOCIAL STUDIES (1938). LEGE OF JEWISH STUDIES-TEACHERS IN- 3080 Broadway, NYC 10027. (212)678- STITUTE) (1909). 3080 Broadway, NYC 8815. Dir. Gordon Tucker. A scholarly 10027. (212)678-8826. Dean Anne Lapi- and scientific fellowship of clergy and dus Lerner. Offers complete undergraduate other religious teachers who desire author- program in Judaica leading to BA degree; itative information regarding some of the conducts joint programs with Columbia basic issues now confronting spiritually University and Barnard College enabling minded individuals. students to receive two BA degrees after four years. , MELTON RESEARCH CENTER FOR JEWISH EDUCATION (1960). 3080 Broad- , CANTORS INSTITUTE AND SEMI- way, NYC 10027. (212)678-8031. Dirs. NARY COLLEGE OF JEWISH MUSIC (1952). Eduardo Rauch, Barry W. Holtz. Devel- 3080 Broadway, NYC 10027. (212)678- ops new curricula and materials for Jewish 8038. Dean Rabbi Morton M. Leifman. education; recruits and prepares educators Trains cantors, music teachers, and choral through seminars and in-service programs; directors for congregations. Offers full- maintains consultant and supervisory rela- time programs in sacred music leading to tionships with a limited number of pilot degrees of BSM, MSM, and DSM, and di- schools; sponsors "renewal" retreats for ploma of Hazzan. teachers and principals. Melton Journal , DEPARTMENT OF RADIO AND TEL- NATIONAL RAMAH COMMISSION EVISION (1944). 3080 Broadway, NYC (1951). 3080 Broadway, NYC 10027. 10027. (212)678-8020. Dir. Marjorie (212)678-8881. Pres. Irving Robbin; Dir. Wyler. Produces radio and TV programs Burton I. Cohen. Sponsors 7 summer expressing the Jewish tradition in its camps conducted in Hebrew in the U.S. broadest sense: The "Eternal Light" and Canada; offers opportunities for quali- weekly radio program on NBC network; fied Seminary students and others to serve NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 463 as counselors, administrators, specialists, profit management, and allied fields, in- etc. Offers special programs in U.S. and cluding a prerabbinic program and joint Israel, including Bert B. Weinstein Na- program enabling students to receive BA tional Ramah Staff Training Institute, from UCLA and BHL from U. of J. after Ramah Israel Seminars, the Ulpan Ramah four years of undergraduate study. Offers Plus Program, and Tichon Ramah Yeru- degree programs in Jewish and Western shalayim. studies as well as a broad range of adult education and Jewish activities. Direction , PROZDOR (1951). 3080 Broadway, Magazine; Bulletin of General Information. NYC 10027. (212)678-8824. Principal Phyllis Hofman Waldmann. The high- school department of JTS, it provides a MACHNE ISRAEL, INC. (1940). 770 Eastern supplementary Jewish education for stu- Pkwy., Brooklyn, NY 11213. (718)493- dents who attend a secular (public or pri- 9250. Pres. Menachem M. Schneerson vate) full-time high school. Classes in clas- (Lubavitcher Rebbe); Dir., Treas. M.A. sical Jewish studies, with emphasis on Hodakov; Sec. Nissan Mindel. The Luba- Hebrew language, meet twice a week. Proz- vitcher movement's organ dedicated to the dor Pages. social, spiritual, and material welfare of Jews throughout the world. , RABBINICAL SCHOOL (1886). 3080 Broadway, NYC 10027. (212)678-8816. MERKOS L'INYONEI CHINUCH, INC. (THE Dean Gordon Tucker. Offers a program of CENTRAL ORGANIZATION FOR JEWISH graduate and professional studies leading EDUCATION) (1940). 770 Eastern Pkwy., to the degree of Master of Arts and ordina- Brooklyn, NY 11213. (718)493-9250. tion; includes one year of study at the Pres. Menachem M. Schneerson (Luba- American Student Center in Jerusalem and vitcher Rebbe); Dir., Treas. M.A. Hoda- pastoral psychiatry training. kov; Sec. Nissan Mindel. The educational arm of the Lubavitcher movement. Seeks , SAUL LIEBERMAN INSTITUTE OF to promote Jewish education among Jews, JEWISH RESEARCH (1985). PO Box 196, regardless of their background, in the spirit Jerusalem, Israel 92102. (02)631121. Dir. of Torah-true Judaism; to establish contact Shamma Friedman; Dir.-Gen. Shmuel with alienated Jewish youth; to stimulate Glick. Engaged in preparing for publica- concern and active interest in Jewish edu- tion a series of scholarly editions of se- cation on all levels; and to promote reli- lected chapters of the Talmud. The follow- gious observance as a daily experience ing projects support and help disseminate among all Jews; maintains worldwide net- the research: Talmud Text Database; Bibli- work of regional offices, schools, summer ography of Talmudic literature; Catalogue camps, and Chabad-Lubavitch Houses; of Geniza Fragments; Teachers Training publishes Jewish educational literature in and Curriculum Development in Oral Law numerous languages and monthly journal for Secondary Schools. in five languages: Conversaciones con la juventud; Conversations avec les jeunes; , SCHOCKEN INSTITUTE FOR JEWISH Schmuessen mit Kinder un Yugent; Sihot RESEARCH (1961). 6 Balfour St., Jerusa- la-No-ar; Talks and Tales. lem, Israel, 92102. (02)631288. Dir. Shamma Friedman; Dir.-Genl. Shmuel MESIVTA YESHIVA RABBI CHAIM BERLIN Glick. Comprises the Schocken collection RABBINICAL ACADEMY (1905). 1593 of rare books and manuscripts and a re- Coney Island Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11230. search institute dedicated to the explora- (718)377-0777. Pres. Sol Eiger; Exec. Dir. tion of Hebrew religious poetry (piyyut). Y. Mayer Lasker. Maintains fully accred- Schocken Institute Yearbook (P'raqim). ited elementary and high schools; colle- giate and postgraduate school for ad- , UNIVERSITY OF JUDAISM (1947). vanced Jewish studies, both in America 15600 Mulholland Dr., Los Angeles, CA and Israel; Camp Morris, a summer study 90077. (213)879-4114. Pres. David L. retreat; Prof. Nathan Isaacs Memorial Li- Lieber; Sr. V.-Pres. Max Vorspan. West brary; Gur Aryeh Publications. Coast affiliate of JTS. Serves as center of undergraduate and graduate study of NATIONAL COMMITTEE FOR FURTHER- Judaica; offers preprofessional and profes- ANCE OF JEWISH EDUCATION (1941). 824 sional programs in Jewish education, non- Eastern Pkwy., Brooklyn, NY 11213. 464 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1989 (718)735-0200. Pres. J. James Plesser; (No classroom training.) Counsels on job- Natl. Pres. Joseph Fisch; Exec. V.-Pres. search techniques. Low income limit. Rabbi Jacob J. Hecht. Seeks to disseminate Serves all adults, including Sabbath ob- the ideals of Torah-true education among servers. Reimbursement incentives availa- the youth of America; provides education ble to employers. and compassionate care for the poor, sick, and needy in U.S. and Israel; provides aid , INSTITUTE FOR JEWISH STUDIES to Iranian Jewish youth through the (1947). 3 W. 16 St., NYC 10011. (212)929- Iranian Children's Fund; sponsors Camp 1525. Pres. Harold M. Jacobs; Exec. V.- Emunah and Camp Emunah Tiny Tots for Pres. Rabbi Ephraim H. Sturm. Introduces girls; Camp Shalom for college youth; Op- students to Jewish learning and knowl- eration Survival, War on Drugs; Hadar edge; helps form adult branch schools; aids HaTorah, Machon Chana, and Ivy League Young Israel synagogues in their adult ed- Torah Study Program, seeking to win back ucation programs. Bulletin. college youth and others to Judaism; main- , YOUNG ISRAEL COLLEGIATES AND tains schools and dormitory facilities, fam- YOUNG ADULTS (1951; reorg. 1982). 3 W. ily and vocational counseling services. 16 St., NYC 10011. (212)929-1525. Chmn. Panorama; Passover Handbook; Seder Kenneth Block; Dir. Richard Stare- Guide; Cultbusters; Intermarriage; Brim- shefsky. Organizes and operates kosher stone & Fire. dining clubs on college and university cam- NATIONAL COUNCIL OF YOUNG ISRAEL puses; provides information and counsel- (1912). 3 W. 16 St., NYC 10011. (212)929- ing on kashrut observance at college; gives 1525. Pres. Harold M. Jacobs; Exec. V.- college-age youth understanding and ap- Pres. Rabbi Ephraim H. Sturm. Maintains preciation of Judaism and information on a program of spiritual, cultural, social, and issues important to Jewish community; ar- communal activity aimed at the advance- ranges seminars and meetings, weekends ment and perpetuation of traditional, and trips; operates Achva summer mission Torah-true Judaism; seeks to instill in to Israel for ages 18-21 and 22-27. American youth an understanding and ap- preciation of the ethical and spiritual val- , YOUNG ISRAEL YOUTH (reorg. ues of Judaism. Sponsors kosher dining 1968). 3 W. 16 St., NYC 10011. (212)929- clubs and fraternity houses and an Israel 1525. Dir. Richard Stareshefsky. Fosters a program. Viewpoint; Hashkafa series; program of spiritual, cultural, social, and Masorah newspaper. communal activities for the advancement and perpetuation of traditional Torah-true , AMERICAN FRIENDS OF YOUNG IS- Judaism; strives to instill an understanding RAEL SYNAGOGUES IN ISRAEL (1926). 3 and appreciation of the high ethical and W. 16 St., NYC 10011. (212)929-1525. spiritual values and to demonstrate com- Chmn. Jack Forgash; Cochmn. Michael patibility of ancient faith of Israel with Krengel; Dir. Israel Programs Isaac Ha- good Americanism. Operates Achva Sum- gler. Promotes Young Israel synagogues mer Mission study program in Israel. and youth work in synagogues in Israel. Monthly newsletter. , ARMED FORCES BUREAU (1912). 3 NATIONAL JEWISH CENTER FOR LEARNING W. 16 St., NYClOOl 1. (212)929-1525. Ad- AND LEADERSHIP—CLAL (1974). 421 vises and guides the inductees into the Seventh Ave., NYC 10001. (212)714- armed forces with regard to Sabbath ob- 9500. Chmn. Robert E. Loup; Pres. Irving servance, kashrut, and Orthodox behavior. Greenberg; Exec. V.-Pres. Paul Jeser. De- Guide for the Orthodox Serviceman. voted to leadership education and policy guidance for the American Jewish commu- , EMPLOYMENT BUREAU (1929). 3 W. nity. Conducts weekend retreats and com- 16 St., NYC 10011. (212)929-1525. Pro- munity gatherings as well as conferences ject Dir. Fed. Program Rabbi Ephraim H. on various topics. Perspectives. Sturm; Project Dir. NYC Program Lisa S. Shmidman. Under federal contract in NATIONAL JEWISH HOSPITALITY COMMIT- Cleveland and St. Louis and under con- TEE (1973). 201 S. 18 St., Rm. 1519, Phila- tract to New York City, operates employ- delphia, PA 19103. (215)546-8293. Pres.- ment referral service for unemployed peo- Rabbi Allen S. Mailer; Exec. Dir. Steven S. ple, offering OJT (On-The-Job-Training). Jacobs. Assists persons interested in Juda- NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 465 ism—for conversion, intermarriage, or to reestablish a strong Jewish community life. respond to missionaries. Special reports. P'eylim Reporter; News from P'eylim; N'shei P'eylim News. NATIONAL JEWISH INFORMATION SERVICE FOR THE PROPAGATION OF JUDAISM, INC. RABBINICAL ALLIANCE OF AMERICA (IGUD (1960). 3761 Decade St., Las Vegas, NV HARABONIM) (1944). 3 W. 16 St., 4th fl., 89121. (702)454-5872. Pres. Rabbi Moshe NYC 10011. (212)242-6420. Pres. Rabbi M. Maggal; V.-Pres. Lawrence J. Epstein; Abraham B. Hecht; Menahel Beth Din Sec. and P.R. Dir. Rachel D. Maggal. (Rabbinical Court) Rabbi Herschel Kurz- Seeks to convert non-Jews to Judaism and rock. Seeks to promulgate the cause of return Jews to Judaism; maintains College Torah-true Judaism through an organized for Jewish Ambassadors for the training of rabbinate that is consistently Orthodox; Jewish missionaries, and the Correspon- seeks to elevate the position of Orthodox dence Academy of Judaism for instruction rabbis nationally, and to defend the welfare on Judaism through the mail. Voice of Ju- of Jews the world over. Also has Beth Din daism. Rabbinical Court for Jewish divorces, liti- gation, marriage counseling and family NER ISRAEL RABBINICAL COLLEGE (1933). problems. Perspective; Nahalim; Torah 400 Mt. Wilson Ln., Baltimore, MD Message of the Week; Registry. 21208. (301)484-7200. Rabbi Yaakov S. Weinberg, Rosh Hayeshiva; V.-Pres. RABBINICAL ASSEMBLY (1900). 3080 Broad- Rabbi Herman N. Neuberger. Trains rab- way, NYC 10027. (212)678-8060. Pres. bis and educators for Jewish communities Rabbi Albert L. Lewis; Exec. V.-Pres. in America and worldwide. Offers bache- Rabbi Wolfe Kelman. Seeks to promote lor's, master's, and doctoral degrees in tal- Conservative Judaism, and to foster the mudic law, as well as teacher's diploma. spirit of fellowship and cooperation among College has four divisions: Mechina High rabbis and other Jewish scholars; cooper- School, Rabbinical College, Teachers ates with the Jewish Theological Seminary Training Institute, Graduate School. of America and the United Synagogue of Maintains an active community-service di- America. Conservative Judaism; Proceed- vision. Operates special program for ings of the Rabbinical Assembly; Rabbini- Iranian Jewish students. Ner Israel Bulle- cal Assembly Newsletter. tin; Alumni Bulletin; Ohr Hanair Tal- mudic Journal; Iranian B'nei Torah Bulle- RABBINICAL COLLEGE OF TELSHE, INC. tin. (1941). 28400 Euclid Ave., Wickliffe, OH 44092. (216)943-5300. Pres. Rabbi Morde- OZAR HATORAH, INC. (1946). 1 E. 33 St., cai Gifter; V.-Pres. Rabbi Abba Zalka Ge- NYC 10016. (212)689-3508. Pres. Joseph wirtz. College for higher Jewish learning Shalom; Sec. Sam Sutton. An international specializing in talmudic studies and rab- educational network which provides reli- binics; maintains a preparatory academy gious and secular education for Jewish including a secular high school, postgradu- youth worldwide. ate department, teacher-training school, and teachers seminary for women. Pri Etz P'EYLIM—AMERICAN YESHIVA STUDENT Chaim; Peer Mordechai; Alumni Bulletin. UNION (1951). 3 W. 16 St., NYC 10011. (212)989-2500. Pres. Jacob Y. Weisberg; Dir. Avraham Hirsch. Aids and sponsors RABBINICAL COUNCIL OF AMERICA, INC. pioneer work by American graduate teach- (1923; reorg. 1935). 275 Seventh Ave., ers and rabbis in new villages and towns in NYC 10001. (212)807-7888. Pres. Rabbi Israel; does religious, organizational, and Max N. Schreier; Exec. V.-Pres. Rabbi Bin- educational work and counseling among yamin Walfish. Promotes Orthodox Juda- new immigrant youth; maintains summer ism in the community; supports institu- camps for poor immigrant youth in Israel; tions for study of Torah; stimulates cre- belongs to worldwide P'eylim movement which has groups in Argentina, Brazil, ation of new traditional agencies. Canada, England, Belgium, the Nether- Hadorom; Record; Sermon Manual; Tradi- lands, Switzerland, France, and Israel; en- tion. gages in relief and educational work among RECONSTRUCTIONIST RABBINICAL COL- North African immigrants in France and LEGE (1968). Church Rd. and Greenwood Canada, assisting them to relocate and Ave., Wyncote, PA 19095. (215)576-0800. 466 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1989 Bd. Chmn. Samuel Blumenthal; Genl. Chicago-area colleges and universities with Chmn. Aaron Ziegelman; Pres. Arthur specialized undergraduate and graduate Green. Coeducational. Trains rabbis for all programs in Judaica and serves as a depart- areas of Jewish communal life: synagogues, ment of Judaic studies to these colleges and academic and educational positions, Hillel universities; serves as Midwest Jewish in- centers, federation agencies; confers title of formation center, through its Asher Li- rabbi and grants degrees of Master and brary, Maurice Spertus Museum of Doctor of Hebrew letters. RRC Report. Judaica, Katzin Memorial Rare Book Room, and Chicago Jewish Archives. RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF RELIGIOUS Grants degrees of MA in Jewish education, JEWRY, INC. (1941; reorg. 1964). 471 W. Jewish studies, and Jewish communal ser- End Ave., NYC 10024. (212)874-7979. vice; BA and Bachelor of Judaic studies. Chmn. Rabbi Oswald Besser; Sec. Marcus Has community outreach/extension stud- Levine. Engages in research and publishes ies program for adults. studies concerning the situation of reli- gious Jewry and its problems all over the SYNAGOGUE COUNCIL OF AMERICA (1926). world. 327 Lexington Ave., NYC 10016. (212)- 686-8670. Pres. Rabbi Gilbert Klaperman; SHOLEM ALEICHEM FOLK INSTITUTE, INC. Exec. V.-Pres. Rabbi Henry D. Michel- (1918). 3301 Bainbridge Ave., Bronx, NY man. Serves as spokesman for, and coordi- 10467. (212)881-6555. Pres. Burt Levey; nates policies of, national rabbinical and Sec. Noah Zingman. Aims to imbue chil- lay synagogal organizations of Conserva- dren with Jewish values through teaching tive, Orthodox, and Reform branches of Yiddish language and literature, Hebrew American Judaism. and the Bible, Jewish history, the signifi- cance of Jewish holidays, folk and choral TORAH SCHOOLS FOR ISRAEL—CHINUCH singing, and facts about Jewish life in ATZMAI (1953). 167 Madison Ave., NYC America and Israel. Kinder Journal (Yid- 10016. (212)889-0606. Pres. Abraham dish). Pam; Exec. Dir. Henach Cohen. Conducts information programs for the American SOCIETY FOR HUMANISTIC JUDAISM (1969). Jewish community on activities of the inde- 28611 W. Twelve Mile Rd., Farmington pendent Torah schools educational net- Hills, MI 48018. (313)478-7610. Pres. work in Israel; coordinates role of Ameri- Lynne Master; Exec. Dir. Miriam Jerris. can members of international board of Serves as a voice for Jews who value their governors; funds special programs of Mer- Jewish identity and who seek an alternative caz Hachinuch Ha-Atzmai B'Eretz Yisr- to conventional Judaism, who reject super- oel. Israel Education Reporter. natural authority and affirm the right of individuals to be the masters of their own TORAH UMESORAH—NATIONAL SOCIETY lives. Publishes educational and ceremo- FOR HEBREW DAY SCHOOLS (1944). 160 nial materials; organizes congregations and Broadway, NYC 10038. (212)227-1000. groups. Humanorah (quarterly newslet- Pres. Sheldon Beren; Bd. Chmn. David ter); Humanistic Judaism (quarterly jour- Singer; Exec. V.-Pres. Joshua Fishman. Es- nal). tablishes Hebrew day schools in U.S. and Canada and provides the gamut of services, SOCIETY OF FRIENDS OF THE TOURO SYNA- including placement and curriculum guid- GOGUE, NATIONAL HISTORICAL SITE, ance; conducts teacher-training on cam- INC. (1948). 85 Touro St., Newport, RI puses of major yeshivahs as well as semi- 02840. (401)847^*794. Pres. Burton nars and workshops; publishes textbooks, Fischler; Exec. Sec. Rabbi Chaim Shapiro. workbooks, charts, and reading books. Assists in the maintenance of the Touro Runs Shabbatonim, extracurricular activi- Synagogue as a national historical site; ties, and summer camp. National PTA sponsors tours of synagogue. History of groups; national and regional teacher con- Touro Synagogue. ventions. Olomeinu-Our World; Visions; Parshah Sheets. SPERTUS COLLEGE OF JUDAICA (1925). 618 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60605. , INSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL EN- (312)922-9012. Pres. Howard A. Sulkin; RICHMENT (1973). 75 Varick St., Rm. 205, Bd. Chmn. Stuart Taussig; V.-Pres. for Ac- NYC 10013. (212) 941-9044. Dir. Bernard ademic Affairs Byron L. Sherwin. Provides Dov Milians. Provides enriched training NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 467 and upgraded credentials for administra- arts programs leading to BA, BS, and MA tive, guidance, and classroom personnel of degrees; emphasizes relevance of Jewish Hebrew day schools and for Torah-com- heritage to general culture of Western civi- munity leaders; offers graduate and under- lization. Also offers JD degree and a bio- graduate programs, in affiliation with ac- medical program leading to the MD degree credited universities which award full from Technion-Israel Institute of Technol- degrees: MA in early childhood and ele- ogy, Haifa. mentary education; MS in family counsel- ing; MBA in management; MS in special ,BARRY Z. LEVINE SCHOOL OF education, reading; BS in education; BA in HEALTH SCIENCES AND CENTER FOR human relations, social sciences, educa- BIOMEDICAL EDUCATION. (1970) 300 tion, gerontology. Professional Enrichment Nassau Rd., Huntington, NY 11743. News (PEN). (516)421-2244. Dean Dr. Burton S. Sher- man. Along with the Manhattan campus, , NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF HE- offers 5 programs: Five-year program lead- BREW DAY SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS ing to MA from Touro and MD from Fac- (1960). 1114 Ave. J, Brooklyn, NY 11230. ulty of Medicine of Technion-Israel Insti- Pres. David H. Schwartz. Coordinates the tute of Technology, Haifa; BS/MA work of the fiscaldirector s of Hebrew day —physical therapy and occupational ther- schools throughout the country. NAHDSA apy programs; BS—physician assistant Review. and health information management pro- grams. , NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF HE- BREW DAY SCHOOL PARENT-TEACHER , COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS AND ASSOCIATIONS (1948). 160 Broadway, SCIENCES. 30 W. 44 St., NYC 10036. NYC 10038. (212)227-1000. Exec. Sec. (212)575-0196. Exec. Dean Stanley Boy- Mrs. Samuel Brand. Acts as a clearing- Ian. Offers comprehensive Jewish studies house and service agency to PTAs of He- along with studies in the arts, sciences, brew day schools; organizes parent-educa- humanities, and preprofessional studies in tion courses and sets up programs for health sciences, law, accounting, business, individual PTAs. Fundraising with a Flair; computer science, and finance. Monthly Sidrah Series Program; PTA with .GRADUATE SCHOOL OF JEWISH a Purpose for the Hebrew Day School. STUDIES (1981) 30 W. 44 St., NYC 10036. , NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF YE- (212)575-0190. Pres. Bernard Lander; SHIVA PRINCIPALS (1956). 160 Broadway, Dean Michael A. Shmidman. Offers NYC 10038. (212)227-1000. Pres. Rabbi courses leading to an MA in Jewish stud- Sholom Strajcher; Bd. Chmn. Rabbi Yitz- ies, with concentrations in Jewish history chak Merkin; Exec. V.-Pres. Rabbi A. or Jewish education. Students may com- Moshe Possick. A professional organiza- plete part of their program in Israel, tion of primary and secondary yeshivah through MA courses offered by Touro fac- day-school principals which seeks to make ulty at Touro's Jerusalem center. yeshivah day-school education more effec- , INSTITUTE OF JEWISH LAW. Based tive. Newsletter; Directory of High Schools. at Fuchsberg Law Center, serves as a cen- ter and clearinghouse for study and teach- ing of Jewish law. Coedits Dinei Israel , NATIONAL YESHIVA TEACHERS (Jewish Law Journal) with Tel Aviv Uni- BOARD OF LICENSE (1953). 160 Broad- versity Law School. way, NYC 10038. (212)227-1000. Dir. Rabbi Yitzchok Merkin. Issues licenses to , JACOB D. FUCHSBERG LAW CEN- qualified instructors for all grades of the TER (1980). Long Island Campus, 300 Hebrew day school and the general field of Nassau Rd., Huntington, NY 11743. Torah education. (516)421-2244. Dean Howard A. Glick- stein. Offers studies leading to JD degree. TOURO COLLEGE (1970). 30 W. 44 St., NYC 10036. (212)575-0190. Pres. Bernard Lander; Bd. Chmn. Max Karl. Chartered -, JEWISH PEOPLE'S UNIVERSITY OF by NY State Board of Regents as a non- THE AIR. (1979). 30 W. 44th St., NYC profit four-year college with business, 10036. (212)575-1819. Producer/Dir. Judaic studies, health sciences, and liberal Jacob Katzman. Produces and dissemi- 468 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1989

nates courses in Jewish subject matter for , COMMISSION ON SYNAGOGUE MAN- radio broadcasting and on audio-cassettes.- AGEMENT (with CCAR) (1962). 838 Fifth Printed course outlines for all courses and Ave., NYC 10021. (212)249-0100. Chmn. discussion-leader's guides for some. Dr. Paul Vanek; Dir. Joseph C. Bernstein. Assists congregations in management, fi- , SCHOOL OF GENERAL STUDIES. 240 nance, building maintenance, design, con- E. 123 St., NYC 10021. Dean Alfredo struction, and art aspects of synagogues; Matthew. Offers educational opportunities maintains the Synagogue Architectural Li- to minority groups and older people; brary. courses in the arts, sciences, humanities, and special programs of career studies. , NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF TEM- PLE ADMINISTRATORS (NATA) (1941). , SHULAMITH SCHOOL. (1929). 1277 1185 Sheridan Rd., Glencoe, IL 60022. E. 14 St.Brooklyn, NY 11230. (718)338- (312)835-0724. Pres. Ilene H. Herst; 4000. Pres. Sy Knapel; Exec. Dir. Rabbi Admin. Sec. Mark W. Weisstuch. Prepares M. Zwick. Religious Hebrew elementary and disseminates administrative informa- and high school. tion and procedures to member syna- gogues of UAHC; provides training of pro- UNION OF AMERICAN HEBREW CONGREGA- fessional synagogue executives; formulates TIONS (1873). 838 Fifth Ave., NYC 10021. and establishes professional standards for (212)249-0100. Pres. Rabbi Alexander M. the synagogue executive; provides place- Schindler; Bd. Chmn. Allan B. Goldman; ment services. NATA Journal; Temple V.-Pres.'s Albert Vorspan and Rabbi Dan- Management Manual. iel B. Syme. Serves as the central congrega- tional body of Reform Judaism in the , NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF TEM- Western Hemisphere; serves its approxi- PLE EDUCATORS (NATE) (1955). 707 mately 815 affiliated temples and member- Summerly Dr., Nashville, TN 37209- ship with religious, educational, cultural, 4218. (615)352-0322. Pres. Zena W. and administrative programs. Keeping Sulkes; Exec. Sec. Richard M. Morin. Posted; Reform Judaism. Represents the temple educator within the general body of Reform Judaism; fosters , AMERICAN CONFERENCE OF CAN- the full-time profession of the temple edu- TORS (1956). 1 Kalisa Way, Suite 104, cator; encourages the growth and develop- Paramus, NJ 07652. (201)599-0910. Pres. ment of Jewish religious education consis- Paul Silbersher; Exec. V.-Pres. Raymond tent with the aims of Reform Judaism; Smolover. Members receive investiture stimulates communal interest in and re- and commissioning as cantors at ordina- sponsibility for Jewish religious education. tion-investiture ceremonies at Hebrew NA TE News; Compass. Union College-Jewish Institute of Reli- gion, Sacred School of Music. Through , NATIONAL FEDERATION OF TEM- Joint Placement Commission, serves con- PLE BROTHERHOODS (1923). 838 Fifth gregations seeking cantors and music di- Ave., NYC 10021. (212)570-0707. Pres. rectors. Dedicated to creative Judaism, Richard D. Karfunkle; Exec. Dir. Lewis preserving the best of the past, and en- Eisenberg. Seeks to strengthen Judaism couraging new and vital approaches to reli- through family programming, by reaching gious ritual, music and ceremonies. out to college youth, and by promoting Koleinu. adult Jewish education. Through service programs, deals with current concerns of , COMMISSION ON JEWISH EDUCA- the changing Jewish family. Sponsors the TION (with CCAR and NATE) (1923). 838 Jewish Chatauqua Society, the brother- Fifth Ave., NYC 10021. (212)249-0100. hoods' interfaith educational program. Dir. Rabbi Howard I. Bogot. Develops Brotherhood. curricula and teachers' manuals; conducts pilot projects and offers educational guid- , NATIONAL FEDERATION OF TEM- ance and consultation at all age levels to PLE SISTERHOODS (1913). 838 Fifth Ave., member congregations and affiliates and NYC 10021. (212)249-0100. Pres. Dolores associate bodies. Compass. Wilkenfeld; Exec. Dir. Eleanor R Schwartz. Serves more than 640 sister- , COMMISSION ON SOCIAL ACTION OF hoods of Reform Judaism; promotes inter- REFORM JUDAISM (see p. 446) religious understanding and social justice; NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 469 awards scholarships and grants to rabbinic gregations; provides educational guidance, students; provides braille and large-type Torah study groups, community service, Judaic materials for Jewish blind; supports programs consultation, Torah library, projects for Israel, Soviet Jewry, and the Torah fund scholarships, Ben Zakkai aging; is an affiliate of UAHC and is the Honor Society, Friends of NCSY; con- women's agency of Reform Judaism; ducts national and regional events includ- works in behalf of the Hebrew Union Col- ing week-long seminars, Travel America lege-Jewish Institute of Religion; cooper- with NCSY, Israel summer seminar for ates with World Union for Progressive Ju- teens and collegiates, and Camp NCSY daism. Leaders Line; Notes for Now. East. Divisions include Senior NCSY in 18 regions and 465 chapters, Junior NCSY for , NORTH AMERICAN FEDERATION OF preteens, Our Way for the Jewish deaf, Ya- TEMPLE YOUTH (NFTY; formerly NA- chad for the developmentally disabled, TIONAL FEDERATION OF TEMPLE Mesorah for Jewish collegiates, and NCSY YOUTH) (1939). 838 Fifth Ave., NYC in Israel. Keeping Posted with NCSY; Face 10021. (212)249-0100. Dir. Ramie Arian; the Nation—President's Newsletter; Oreich Pres. David Barrett. Seeks to train Reform Yomeinu—Education Newsletter. Jewish youth in the values of the syna- gogue and their application to daily life , WOMEN'S BRANCH (1923). 156 Fifth through service to the community and con- Ave., NYC 10010. (212)929-8857. Pres. gregation; runs department of summer Gitti Needleman; Admin. Sylvia Fried- camps and national leadership training in- man. Seeks to spread the understanding stitute; arranges overseas academic tours, and practice of Orthodox Judaism and to work-study programs, international stu- unite all Orthodox women and their dent exchange programs, and college stu- synagogal organizations; services affiliates dent programs in the U.S. and Israel, in- with educational and programming mate- cluding accredited study programs in rials, leadership, and organizational guid- Israel. Ani V'Atah; The Jewish Connection. ance, and has an NGO representative at the UN. Hachodesh; Hakol. UNION OF ORTHODOX JEWISH CONGREGA- UNION OF ORTHODOX RABBIS OF THE TIONS OF AMERICA (1898). 45 W. 36 St., UNITED STATES AND CANADA (1900). NYC 10018. (212)563^000. Pres. Sidney 235 E. Broadway, NYC 10002. (212)964- Kwestel; Exec. V.-Pres. Rabbi Pinchas 6337. Dir. Rabbi Hersh M. Ginsberg. Stolper. Serves as the national central body Seeks to foster and promote Torah-true Ju- of Orthodox synagogues; sponsors Na- daism in the U.S. and Canada; assists in the tional Conference of Synagogue Youth, establishment and maintenance ofyeshivot Our Way program for the Jewish deaf, Ya- in the U.S.; maintains committee on mar- chad program for developmentally dis- riage and divorce and aids individuals with abled youth, Israel Center in Jerusalem, marital difficulties; disseminates knowl- aliyah department, national OU kashrut edge of traditional Jewish rites and prac- supervision and certification service; pro- tices and publishes regulations on synago- vides educational, religious, and organiza- gal structure; maintains rabbinical court tional guidance to synagogues and groups; for resolving individual and communal represents the Orthodox Jewish commu- conflicts. HaPardes. nity in relation to governmental and civic bodies and the general Jewish community. UNION OF SEPHARDIC CONGREGATIONS, Publishes synagogue programming publi- INC. (1929). 8 W. 70 St., NYC 10023. cations and books of Jewish interest. Jew- (212)873-0300. Pres. Rev. Dr. S. Gaon; ish Action magazine; OU Kosher Directory; Bd. Chmn. Victor Tarry. Promotes the re- OU Passover Directory; OU News Reporter; ligious interests of Sephardic Jews; pre- Synagogue Spotlight; Our Way magazine; pares and distributes Sephardic prayer Yachad magazine; Luach Limud Torah books; provides religious leaders for Diary Home Study Program. Sephardic congregations.

, NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF SYNA- UNITED LUBAVITCHER YESHIVOTH (1940). GOGUE YOUTH (1954). 70 W. 36 St., NYC 841-853 Ocean Pkwy., Brooklyn, NY 10018. (212)244-2011. Pres. Alyson Mas- 11230. (718)859-7600. Pres. Eli N. Sklar; lansky; Dir. Rabbi Raphael Butler. Central Chmn. Exec. Com. Rabbi S. Gourary. Sup- body for youth groups of Orthodox con- ports and organizes Jewish day schools and 470 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1989

rabbinical seminaries in the U.S. and the development of Jewish education on all abroad. levels in consonance with the philosophy of the Conservative movement. Promotes UNITED SYNAGOGUE OF AMERICA (1913). Jewish education as a basis for the creative 155 Fifth Ave., NYC 10010. (212)533- continuity of the Jewish people. Serves as 7800. Pres. Franklin D. Kreutzer; Exec. a forum for the exchange of ideas, pro- V.-Pres. Benjamin Z. Kreitman; Sr. V.- grams, and educational media. Bulletins; Pres./Chief Exec. Off. Jerome M. Epstein. newsletters. International organization of 850 Conser- vative congregations. Maintains 12 depart- , KADIMA (formerly PRE-USY; reorg. ments and 20 regional offices to assist its 1968). 155 Fifth Ave., NYC 10010. (212)- affiliates with religious, educational, youth, 533-7800. Exec. Dir. Daniel B. Ripps. In- community, and administrative program- volves Jewish preteens in a meaningful reli- ming and guidance; aims to enhance the gious, educational, and social cause of Conservative Judaism, further re- environment; fosters a sense of identity and ligious observance, encourage establish- commitment to the Jewish community and ment of Jewish religious schools, draw the Conservative movement; conducts syn- youth closer to Jewish tradition. Extensive agogue-based chapter programs and re- Israel programs. Program Suggestions; gional Kadima days and weekends. Mitz- United Synagogue Review; Yearbook Direc- vah of the Month.Kadima Kesher; Chagim; tory and Buyers' Guide; Book Service Cata- Advisors Aid; Games; quarterly Kadima logue of Publications. magazine.

, COMMISSION ON JEWISH EDUCA- , NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SYNA- TION (1930). 155 Fifth Ave., NYC 10010. GOGUE ADMINISTRATORS (1948). 155 (212)260-8450. Cochmn. Harry S. Katz Fifth Ave., NYC 10010. (212)533-7800. and Miriam Klein Shapiro; Dir. Rabbi Pres. Harvey L. Brown. Aids congrega- Robert Abramson. Promotes higher edu- tions affiliated with the United Synagogue cational standards in Conservative congre- of America to further aims of Conservative gational schools and Solomon Schechter Judaism through more effective adminis- Day Schools and publishes material for the tration (PALS Program); advances profes- advancement of their educational pro- sional standards and promotes new meth- grams. Provides guidance and resources ods in administration; cooperates in for adult-education programs; publishes United Synagogue placement services and the Jewish Tract series; distributes El-Am administrative surveys. NASA Newsletter; edition of Talmud and black-and-white NASA Journal. and color films of "Eternal Light" TV pro- grams on Jewish subjects. In Your Hands; , UNITED SYNAGOGUE YOUTH OF Your Child; Kol Bana'yikh. (1951). 155 Fifth Ave., NYC 10010. (212)- 533-7800. Pres. Hillary Buff; Exec. Dir. — , COMMITTEE ON SOCIAL ACTION Rabbi Paul Freedman. Seeks to strengthen AND PUBLIC POLICY (1958). 155 Fifth identification with Conservative Judaism, Ave., NYC 10010. (212)533-7800. based on the personality development, Cochmn. Rabbi Zachary Heller, Scott Ka- needs, and interests of the adolescent, in a plan; Dir. Tom Kagedan. Develops and Mitzvah framework. Achshav; Tikun implements positions and programs on is- Olam; A.J. Heschel Honor Society Newslet- sues of social action and public policy for ter; SATO Newsletter; USY Alumni Assn. the United Synagogue of America; repre- Newsletter; USY Program Bank. sents these positions to other Jewish and civic organizations, the media, and govern- VAAD MISHMERETH STAM (1976). 4902 16 ment; and provides guidance, both infor- Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11204. (718)438- mational and programmatic, to its affili- 4963. Exec. Dir. Rabbi Yakov Basch. A ated congregations in these areas. Today: nonprofit consumer-protection agency Hayom. dedicated to preserving and protecting the halakhic integrity of Torah scrolls, , JEWISH EDUCATORS ASSEMBLY phylacteries, and mezuzot. Makes presen- (1951). 15 E. 26 St., NYC 10010. (212)- tations and conducts examination cam- 532-4949. Pres. Rabbi Marim D. Charry; paigns in schools and synagogues. The Exec. Dir. Benjamin Margolis. Advances Jewish Quill. NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 471

WEST COAST TALMUDICAL SEMINARY (Ye- YAVNE HEBREW THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY shiva Ohr Elchonon Chabad) (1953). 7215 (1924). PO Box 185, Brooklyn, NY 11218. Waring Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90046. (718)436-5610. Pres. Nathan Shapiro; (213)937-3763. Dean Rabbi Ezra Scho- Exec. Dir. Rabbi Solomon K. Shapiro. chet. Provides facilities for intensive Torah School for higher Jewish learning; main- education as well as Orthodox rabbinical tains Machon Maharshal branch in Jerusa- training on the West Coast; conducts an lem for higher Jewish education and for an accredited college preparatory high school exchange student program. Otzar Hashe'e- combined with a full program of Torah- lot Vehateshuvot; Yavne Newsletter. talmudic training and a graduate talmudi- cal division on the college level. Torah YESHIVA UNIVERSITY (1886). 500 W. 185 Quiz; Kobetz Migdal Ohr. St., NYC 10033. (212)960-5400. Pres. Norman Lamm; Chmn. Bd. of Trustees, WOMEN'S LEAGUE FOR CONSERVATIVE JU- Herbert Tenzer. The nation's oldest and DAISM (1918). 48 E. 74 St., NYC 10021. largest independent university founded (212)628-1600. Pres. Evelyn Auerbach; under Jewish auspices, with a broad range Exec. Dir. Bernice Baiter. Constitutes par- of undergraduate, graduate, and profes- ent body of Conservative (Masorti) sional schools, a network of affiliates, pub- women's groups in U.S., Canada, Puerto lications, a widespread program of re- Rico, Mexico,and Israel; provides them search and community outreach, and a with programs and resources in Jewish ed- museum. Curricula lead to bachelor's, ucation, social action, Israel affairs, Cana- master's, doctoral, and professional de- dian public affairs, leadership training, ser- grees. Undergraduate schools provide gen- vices to the disabled, community affairs, eral studies curricula supplemented by and publicity techniques; publishes books courses in Jewish learning; graduate of Jewish interest; contributes to support of schools prepare for careers in medicine, Jewish Theological Seminary of America law, social work, Jewish education, psy- and its residence halls. Women's League chology, Semitic languages, literatures, Outlook; Ba'Olam. and cultures, and other fields. It has six undergraduate schools, seven graduate and WORLD COUNCIL OF SYNAGOGUES (1957). professional schools, and three affiliates, 155 Fifth Ave., NYC 10010 (212)533- with its four main centers located in Man- 7693. Pres. Marshall Wolke; Exec. Dir. hattan and the Bronx. Alumni Review/In- Bernard Barsky. International representa- side YU. tive of Conservative organizations and congregations; promotes the growth and Undergraduate schools for men at Main development of the Conservative move- Center: Yeshiva College (Dean Norman ment in Israel and throughout the world; Rosenfeld) provides liberal arts and supports educational institutions overseas; sciences curricula; grants BA and BS de- holds biennial international conventions; grees. Isaac Breuer College of Hebraic represents the world Conservative move- Studies (Dean Rabbi Jacob M. Rabino- ment on the Executive of the World Zion- witz) awards Hebraic studies and Hebrew ist Organization. World Spectrum. teacher's diploma, AA, BA, and BS. James Striar School of General Jewish Studies WORLD UNION FOR PROGRESSIVE JUDAISM, (Dir. Rabbi Benjamin Yudin) grants AA LTD. (1926). 838 Fifth Ave., NYC 10021. degree. Yeshiva Program/Mazer School of (212)249-0100. Pres. Donald Day; Exec. Talmudic Studies (Dean Rabbi Zevulun Dir. Richard G. Hirsch; N. Amer. Dir. Charlop) offers advanced course of study Martin Strelzer; Dir. Internatl. Relations in talmudic texts and commentaries. & Development Rabbi Clifford Kulwin. Undergraduate school for women at International umbrella organization of Midtown Center, 245 Lexington Ave., Liberal Judaism; promotes and coordi- NYC 10016: Stern College for Women nates efforts of Liberal congregations (Dean Karen Bacon) offers liberal arts and throughout the world; starts new congre- sciences curricula supplemented by Jewish gations, recruits rabbis and rabbinical stu- studies courses; awards BA, BS, BS in edu- dents for all countries; organizes interna- cation, AA, Jewish studies certificate, He- tional conferences of Liberal Jews. brew teacher's diploma. International Conference Reports; News Sy Syms School of Business at Main and Views; Shalhevet (Israel); Teshuva Center (Dean Michael Schiff) offers under- (Argentina); Ammi. graduate business study in conjunction 472 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1989

with study at Yeshiva College or Stern Col- AECOM Alumni News; Jewish Social Work lege; grants BS in business. Forum. Sponsors one high school for boys (Man- hattan) and one for girls (Queens). , BELFER INSTITUTE FOR ADVANCED Universitywide services include the Ir- BIOMEDICAL STUDIES (1978). 1300 Mor- ving and Hanni Rosenbaum Aliyah Incen- ris Pk. Ave., Bronx, NY 10461. (212)430- tive Fund; Jacob E. Safra Institute of 2801. Dir. Dr. Ernst R. Jaffe. Integrates Sephardic Studies; Ivan L. Tillem Program and coordinates the Medical College's for Special Services for the Jewish Elderly; postdoctoral research and training-grant Holocaust Studies Program; Interdiscipli- programs in the basic and clinical biomedi- nary Conference on Bereavement and cal sciences in the College of Medicine. Grief; Yeshiva University Gerontological Awards certificate as Research Fellow or Institute; Yeshiva University Museum; Ye- Research Associate on completion of train- shiva University Press. ing. , ALBERT EINSTEIN COLLEGE OF , BENJAMIN N. CARDOZO SCHOOL OF MEDICINE (1955). 1300 Morris Pk. Ave., LAW (1976). 55 Fifth Ave., NYC 10003. Bronx, NY 10461. (212)430-2000. Pres. (212)790-0310. Pres. Norman Lamm; Bd. Norman Lamm; Chmn. Bd. of Overseers Chmn. Jacob Burns; Dean Monroe E. Burton P. Resnick; Dean Dr. Dominick P. Price. Provides innovative courses of study Purpura. Prepares physicians, conducts re- within a traditional legal framework; pro- search in the health sciences, and provides gram includes judicial internships; grants patient care; awards MD degree; includes Doctor of Law (JD) degree. Center for Sue Golding Graduate Division of Medical Professional Development assists students Sciences (Dir. Dr. Leslie Leinwand), in obtaining employment. Leonard and which grants PhD degree. Einstein Col- Bea Diener Institute of Jewish Law ex- lege's clinical facilities and affiliates en- plores American and Jewish jurisprudence. compass Jack D. Weiler Hospital of Albert Bet Tzedek Legal Services Clinic provides Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx Mu- services to low-income individuals; Samuel nicipal Hospital Center, Montefiore Hospi- & Ronnie Heyman Center on Corporate tal and Medical Center, and the Rose F. Governance supports programs such as Kennedy Center for Research in Mental Tax Court Clinic. Cardozo Law Review; Retardation and Human Development. Arts and Entertainment Law Journal; Einstein; AECOM Today; Einstein Quar- Women's Annotated Legal Bibliography; terly Journal of Biology and Medicine. Assoc. of Student Internatl. Law Societies Internatl. Law Journal; Cardozo Law , ALUMNI OFFICE, 500 W. 185 Street, Forum. NYC 10033. 212)960-5373. Dir. E. Ye- chiel Simon. Seeks to foster a close alle- , BERNARD REVEL GRADUATE giance of alumni to their alma mater by SCHOOL (1937). 500 W. 185 St., NYC maintaining ties with all alumni and servic- 10033. (212)960-5253. Dean Leo Land- ing the following associations: Yeshiva man. Offers graduate programs in Judaic College Alumni (Pres. Henry Rothman); studies and Semitic languages, literatures, Stern College Alumnae (Pres. Rachel E. and cultures; confers MS, MA, and PhD Oppenheim); Albert Einstein College of degrees. Medicine Alumni (Pres. Dr. Marvin , BROOKDALE INSTITUTE FOR THE Kirschner); Ferkauf Graduate School STUDY OF GERONTOLOGY (WURZWEILER Alumni (Pres. Alvin I. Schiff); Wurzweiler SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK) (1978). 2495 School of Social Work Alumni (Pres. Ei- Amsterdam Ave., NYC 10033. (212)960- leen Stein Himber); Bernard Revel Gradu- 0808. Dir. Celia B. Weisman. Aims to fur- ate School—Harry Fischel School Alumni ther advanced education in the field of ger- (Pres. Bernard Rosensweig); Rabbinic ontology and to introduce gerontology into Alumni (Pres. Rabbi Steven Dworken); the curriculum in the undergraduate and Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law graduate schools. Alumni (Pres. Noel Ferris). Alumni Coun- cil (Chmn. Abraham S. Guterman) offers , DAVID J. AZRIELI GRADUATE IN- guidance to Pres. and Bd. of Trustees on STITUTE OF JEWISH EDUCATION AND AD- university's academic development and MINISTRATION (1945). 245 Lexington service activities. Alumni Review/Inside; Ave., NYC 10016. (212)340-7705. Dir. NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 473 Yitzchak Handel. Offers MS degree in Jew- Belz School of Jewish Music (Dir. Cantor ish elementary and secondary education; Bernard Beer) provides professional train- specialist's certificate and EdD programs ing of cantors and other musical personnel; in administration and supervision of Jew- awards Associate Cantor's certificate and ish education. Block Summer Education cantorial diploma. Max Stern Division of Program in administration and supervision Communal Services (Assoc. Dir. Rabbi of Jewish education. Prepares teachers and Kenneth Hain) provides personal and pro- administrators in Jewish education for po- fessional service to the rabbinate and re- sitions throughout the world. lated fields, as well as educational, consul- tative, organizational, and placement , FERKAUF GRADUATE SCHOOL OF services to congregations, schools, and PSYCHOLOGY (1957). 1300 Morris Pk. communal organizations throughout Ave., 5th fl., NYC 10461. (212)430-4201. North America and abroad. Dr. Joseph Act. Dean Dr. Allan Goldstein. Offers MA and Rachel Ades Sephardic Community in general psychology; PsyD in clinical and Outreach Program provides educational, school psychology; and PhD in clinical, religious, and cultural programs and per- developmental-experimental (concentra- sonnel to Sephardic communities. Stone- tion in health) and school psychology. Sapirstein Center for Jewish Education Center for Psychological and Psychoedu- identifies and trains future educators cation Services offers counseling, diagnos- through programs of learning, service, and tic evaluation, and psychotherapy. internship; works with schools in the com- munity and across the country; sponsors , HARRY FISCHEL SCHOOL FOR academic programs, lectures, and special HIGHER JEWISH STUDIES (1945). 500 W. projects throughout the university. Na- 185 St., NYC 10033. Dean Leo Landman. tional Commission on Torah Education Offers summer graduate programs in and Educators Council of America formu- Judaic studies and Semitic languages, liter- late uniform educational standards, pro- atures, and cultures; confers MS, MA, and vide guidance to professional staffs, rabbis, PhD degrees. and lay leaders with regard to curriculum, , (affiliate) RABBI ISAAC ELCHANAN and promote Jewish education. Camp THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY (1896). 2540 Morasha (Dir. Zvi Reich) offers Jewish Amsterdam Ave., NYC 10033. (212)960- studies program. 5344. Chmn. Bd. of Trustees Judah Feiner- man; Dean Rabbi Zevulun Charlop. Offers , WOMEN'S ORGANIZATION (1928). comprehensive program for preparing Or- 500 W. 185 St., Rm. BH 713, NYC 10033. thodox rabbis; grants semikhah (ordina- (212)960-0855. Presidium: Inge Renner, tion) and the degrees of Master of Reli- Alice Turobiner, Judith Kirshenbaum; gious Education, Master of Hebrew Dir. Liz Taffet. Supports Yeshiva Univer- Literature, Doctor of Religious Education, sity's national scholarship program for stu- and Doctor of Hebrew Literature. Includes dents training in education, community Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik Center of service, law, medicine, and other profes- Rabbinic Studies, Marcos and Adina Katz sions, and its development program. Kollel (Institute for Advanced Research in YUfVO News Briefs. Rabbinics, Dir. Rabbi Hershel Schachter), Kollel L'Horaah (Yadin Yadin; Dir. Rabbi , WURZWEILER SCHOOL OF SOCIAL J. David Bleich), Caroline and Joseph S. WORK (1957).2495Amsterdam Ave., NYC Gruss Kollel Elyon (Dir. Rabbi Aharon 10033. (212)960-0800. Chmn. Bd. of Gov- Kahn), Chaver Program (Dir. Rabbi J. ernors Herbert H. Schiff; Dean Samuel M. David Bleich), Caroline and Joseph S. Goldstein. Offers graduate programs in so- Gruss Institute in Jerusalem (Dir. Rabbi cial casework, social group work, commu- Aharon Lichtenstein). Brookdale Chap- nity social work; grants MSW and DSW laincy Internship Program trains prospec- degrees and postgraduate certificate in ger- tive rabbis to work effectively with the el- ontology; two-year, full-time Concurrent derly. Maybaum Sephardic Fellowship Plan (Dir. of Admissions Naomi Lazarus) Program trains rabbis for service in combines classroom study and supervised Sephardic communities here and abroad. field instruction; the Extended Plan per- Morris and Nellie L. Kawaler Rabbinic mits a period of up to fiveyear s to complete Training Program emphasizes professional requirements for some master's degree aspects of the rabbinate. Philip and Sarah candidates. Block Education Plan (Dir. 474 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1989

Frances A. Sosnoff) provides field instruc- tional guidance to students; operates Camp tion in Jewish communities in the U.S., Torah Vodaath; sponsors research fellow- Canada, Europe, and Israel. Clergy Plan ship program for boys. Annual Journal; provides training in counseling for clergy Hamesivta Torah periodical. of all denominations. Plan for Employed Persons is specifically designed for people SOCIAL, MUTUAL BENEFIT working in social agencies. Jewish Social ALPHA EPSILON PI FRATERNITY (1913). Work Forum. 8815 Wesleyan Rd., Indianapolis, IN , (affiliate) YESHIVA UNIVERSITY OF 46268-1185. (317)876-1913. Pres. Jona- Los ANGELES (1977). 9760 W. Pico Blvd., than A. Tenzer; Exec. V.-Pres. Sidney N. Los Angeles, CA 90035. (213)553^478. Dunn. National Jewish fraternity active on Dean Rabbi Marvin Hier; Bd. Chmn. Sam- many campuses; encourages Jewish stu- uel Belzberg; Dir. Academic Programs dents to remain loyal to their heritage and Rabbi Sholom Tendler. Grants BA degree to assume leadership roles in the commu- in Jewish studies. Has university program nity; active in behalf of Soviet Jewry, the and graduate studies department. Also State of Israel, and other Jewish causes. provides Jewish studies program for begin- The Lion of Alpha Epsilon Pi (quarterly ners. Affiliates are Yeshiva University of newsletter/magazine). Los Angeles High School and the Jewish AMERICAN FEDERATION OF JEWS FROM Studies Institute. CENTRAL EUROPE, INC. (1938). 570 Sev- , SIMON WIESENTHAL CENTER enth Ave., NYC 10018. (212)921-3871. (1978). 9760 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, Pres. K. Peter Lekisch; Bd. Chmn. Curt C. CA 90035. (213)553-9036. Dean Rabbi Silberman; Exec. Asst. Katherine Rosen- Marvin Hier; Assoc. Dean Rabbi Abra- thai. Seeks to safeguard the rights and in- ham Cooper; Dir. Gerald Margolis. terests of American Jews of Central Euro- Branch Offices: 320 N. Michigan Ave., pean descent, especially in reference to Suite 1005, Chicago, IL 60601, (312)704- restitution and indemnification; through 0027; 342 Madison Ave., Suite #320, its Research Foundation for Jewish Immi- NYC, 10017, (212)370-0320. Dedicated to gration sponsors research and publications preserving the memory of the Holocaust on the history, immigration, and accultur- through education and awareness. Pro- ation of Central European Jewry in the grams: museum; library; archives; "Testi- U.S.; sponsors social programs for needy mony for the Truth" oral history; educa- Nazi victims in the U.S.; undertakes cul- tional outreach; Scholars' Forum; tural activities, annual conferences, publi- International Social Action. Simon Wie- cations, and lecture programs; member, senthal Center Annual; Response Maga- Council of Jews from Germany. zine; Page One (syndicated weekly radio news magazine presenting contemporary AMERICAN SEPHARDI FEDERATION (1973). Jewish issues). 8 W. 40 St., Suite 1607, NYC 10018. (212)- 730-1210. Pres. Leon Levy. Seeks to pre- YESHIVATH TORAH VODAATH AND serve the Sephardi heritage in the U.S., Is- MESIVTA RABBINICAL SEMINARY (1918). rael, and throughout the world by fostering 425 E. 9 St., Brooklyn, NY 11218. (718)- and supporting religious and cultural ac- 941-8000. Bd. Chmn. Chaim Leshkowiz. tivities of Sephardi congregations, organi- Offers Hebrew and secular education from zations, and communities, and uniting elementary level through rabbinical ordi- them in one overall organization; supports nation and postgraduate work; maintains a Jewish institutions of higher learning and teachers institute and community-service bureau; maintains a dormitory and a non- those that train Sephardi lay and religious profit camp program for boys. Chronicle; leaders; assists Sephardi charitable, cul- Mesivta Vanguard; Thought of the Week; tural, religious, and educational institu- Torah Vodaath News. tions everywhere; publishes and/or dis- seminates books and other literature , ALUMNI ASSOCIATION (1941). 425 dealing with Sephardi culture and tradition E. 9 St., Brooklyn, NY 11218. (718)941- in the U.S.; organizes youth and young- 8000. Pres. Marcus Saffer; Bd. Chmn. Sey- adult activities throughout the U.S.; sup- mour Pluchenik. Promotes social and cul- ports efforts of the World Sephardi Federa- tural ties between the alumni and the tion to alleviate social disparities in Israel. schools through fund raising; offers voca- Sephardic Highlights. NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 475

AMERICAN VETERANS OF ISRAEL (1949). House for senior citizens in Philadelphia c/o Samuel E. Alexander, 548 E. Walnut and Brith Sholom Beit Halochem in Haifa, St., Long Beach, NY 11561. (516)431- a rehabilitation center for Israel's perma- 8316. Pres. Murray Aronoff; Sec. Samuel nently war-wounded. Brith Sholom Pre- E. Alexander. Maintains contact with sents; monthly news bulletin. American and Canadian volunteers who served in Aliyah Bet and/or Israel's War of CENTRAL SEPHARDIC JEWISH COMMUNITY Independence; promotes Israel's welfare; OF AMERICA (1941). 8 W. 70 St., NYC holds memorial services at grave of Col. 10023. (212)787-2850. Pres. Emilie Levy; David Marcus; is affiliated with World Treas. Victor Tarry. Pres. Women's Div. Mahal. Newsletter. Irma Cardozo; Treas. Laura Capelluto. Promotes Sephardic culture by awarding ASSOCIATION OF YUGOSLAV JEWS IN THE scholarships to qualified needy students in UNITED STATES, INC. (1941). 247 W. 99 New York and Israel; raises funds for hos- St., NYC 10025. (212)865-2211. Pres. pital and religious institutions in U.S. and Mary Levine; Sec. Joseph Stock. Assists all Israel. Annual journal. Jews originally from Yugoslavia; raises funds for Israeli agencies and institutions. FREE SONS OF ISRAEL (1849). 180 Varick St., Bulletin. 14th fl., NYC 10014. (212)924-6566. Grand Master Robert Grant; Grand Sec. BNAI ZION—THE AMERICAN FRATERNAL Stanley Siflinger. Promotes fraternalism; ZIONIST ORGANIZATION (1908). 136 E. 39 St., NYC 10016. (212)725-1211. Pres. Er- supports State of Israel, UJA, Soviet nest Zelig; Exec. V.-Pres. Mel Parness. Jewry, Israel Bonds, and other Jewish Fosters principles of Americanism, frater- charities; fights anti-Semitism; awards nalism, and Zionism; offers life insurance scholarships. National Reporter; Digest. and other benefits to its members. Sponsors JEWISH LABOR BUND (Directed by WORLD various projects in Israel: settlements, COORDINATING COMMITTEE OF THE youth centers, medical clinics, Bnai Zion BUND) (1897; reorg. 1947). 25 E. 21 St., Home for Retarded Children (in Rosh NYC 10010. (212)475-0059. Exec. Sec. Ha'ayin), the Haifa Medical Center, and the Herman Z. Quittman Center in Hakfar Joel Litewka. Coordinates activities of Hashwedi in Jerusalem. Has Young Lead- Bund organizations throughout the world ership Division. Bnai Zion Voice; Bnai and represents them in the Socialist Inter- Zion Foundation Newsletter; The Chal- national; spreads the ideas of socialism as lenge; Haifa Happenings. formulated by the Jewish Labor Bund; publishes books and periodicals on world BRITH ABRAHAM (1887). 136 E. 39 St., NYC problems, Jewish life, socialist theory and 10016. (212)725-1211. Grand Master policy, and on the history, activities, and Robert Freeman. Protects Jewish rights ideology of the Jewish Labor Bund. Unser and combats anti-Semitism; supports So- Tsait (U.S.); Lebns-Fragn (Israel); Unser viet and Ethiopian emigration and the Gedank (Australia); Unser Shtimme safety and dignity of Jews worldwide; fur- (France). nishes regular financial assistance to Bnai Zion in Haifa, Haifa Medical Center, and SEPHARDIC JEWISH BROTHERHOOD OF other institutions to relieve the social bur- AMERICA, INC. (1915). 97-29 64th Rd., dens on the Israeli economy; aids and sup- Rego Park, NY 11374. (718)459-1600. ports various programs and projects in the Pres. Bernard Ouziel; Sec. Michael Cohen. U.S.: Hebrew Excellence Program—Gold A benevolent fraternal organization seek- Medal presentation in high schools and ing to further social, religiousl, and cul- colleges; Camp Loyaltown; Brith Abra- tural goals of its members; offers funeral ham and Bnai Zion Foundations. Voice. and burial benefits, scholarships, and aid to the needy. Sephardic Brother. BRITH SHOLOM (1905). 3939 Conshohocken Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19131. (215)878- UNITED ORDER TRUE SISTERS, INC. 5696. Pres. Harold Sklar; Exec. Dir. Mer- (UOTS) (1846). 212 Fifth Ave., NYC vin L. Krimins. Fraternal organization de- 10010. (212)679-6790. Pres. Eileen B. Sol- voted to community welfare, protection of omon; Exec. Admin. Dorothy B. Giuriceo. rights of Jewish people, and activities Philanthropic, community service, espe- which foster Jewish identity and provide cially for indigent cancer victims; supports support for Israel; sponsors Brith Sholom camps for children with cancer. Echo. 476 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1989

WORKMEN'S CIRCLE (1900). 45 E. 33 St., ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH COMMUNITY OR- NYC 10016. (212)889-6800. Pres. Harold GANIZATION PERSONNEL (1969). 1175 Ostroff; Exec. Dir. Jack Noskowitz. Pro- College Ave., Columbus, OH 43209. (614)- vides fraternal benefits and activities, Jew- 237-7686. Pres. Herman Markowitz; ish educational programs, secularist Yid- Exec. Dir. Ben M. Mandelkorn. An orga- dish schools for children, and community nization of professionals engaged in areas activities; supports institutions in Israel of fund raising, endowments, budgeting, and promotes public-affairs activities in the social planning, financing, administration U.S. on international and national issues. and coordination of services. Objectives Underwrites "Folksbiene," worldwide are to develop and enhance professional Yiddish cultural, music, and theatrical fes- practices in Jewish communal work; to tivals. Allied to Jewish Forward and maintain and improve standards, prac- WEVD. Workmen's Circle Call; Kultur un tices, scope and public understanding of Leben. the field of community organization, as practiced through local federations, na- SOCIAL WELFARE tional agencies, other organizations, set- tings, and private practitioners. Prolog AMC CANCER RESEARCH CENTER (for- newsletter. merly JEWISH CONSUMPTIVES' RELIEF SOCIETY, 1904; incorporated as AMERI- ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH FAMILY AND CAN MEDICAL CENTER AT DENVER, CHILDREN'S AGENCIES (1972). 3084 State 1954). 1600 Pierce St., Denver, CO 80214. Hwy. 27, Suite 1—PO Box 248, Kendall (303)233-6501. Pres./Dir. Dr. Marvin A. Park, NJ 08824-0248. (201)821-0909. Rich. Dedicated to advancing knowledge Pres. Bernard B. Nebenzahl; Exec. Dir. of cancer prevention, detection, diagnosis, Bert J. Goldberg. The national service or- and treatment through programs of labora- ganization for Jewish family and children's tory, clinical, and community cancer con- agencies in Canada and the U.S. Rein- trol research. Quarterly bulletin; annual re- forces member agencies in their efforts to port. sustain and enhance the quality of Jewish family and communal life. Operates the AMERICAN JEWISH CORRECTIONAL CHAP- Elder Support Network for the National LAINS ASSOCIATION, INC. (formerly NA- Jewish Community. Bulletin (bimonthly); TIONAL COUNCIL OF JEWISH PRISON Directory; Job Openings Memo. CHAPLAINS) (1937). 10 E. 73 St., NYC 10021^194. (212)879-8415. (Cooperates ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH FAMILY AND with the New York Board of Rabbis and CHILDREN'S AGENCY PROFESSIONALS Jewish Family Service.) Pres. Rabbi Irving (1965). c/o NY ANA, 225 Park Ave. S., Koslowe; Exec. Off. Rabbi Moses A. Birn- NYC 10003. (212)674-7400. Pres. Arnold baum. Supports spiritual, moral, and social Marks; Exec. Dir. Solomon H. Green. services to Jewish men and women in cor- Brings together Jewish caseworkers and re- rections; provides a vehicle for Jewish lated professionals in Jewish family, chil- chaplains in corrections to communicate dren's, and health services. Seeks to im- mutual interests; stimulates support of cor- prove personnel standards, further Jewish rectional chaplaincy; provides spiritual continuity and identity, and strengthen and professional fellowship for Jewish cor- Jewish family life; provides forums for pro- rectional chaplains; promotes sound stan- fessional discussion at national conference dards for correctional chaplaincy; of Jewish communal service and regional schedules workshops and research to aid meetings; takes action on social-policy is- chaplains in counseling and with religious sues. Newsletter. services for Jewish inmates. Chaplains Manual. BARON DE HIRSCH FUND (1891). 130 E. 59 St., NYC 10022. (212)836-1798. Pres. AMERICAN JEWISH SOCIETY FOR SERVICE, Francis F. Rosenbaum, Jr.; Mng. Dir. INC. (1949). 15 E. 26 St., Rm. 1304, NYC Lauren Katzowitz. Aids Jewish immi- 10010. (212)683-6178. Pres. E. Kenneth grants and their children in the U.S. and Marks; Exec. Dir. Elly Saltzman. Con- Israel by giving grants to agencies active in ducts voluntary work-service camps each educational and vocational fields;ha s lim- summer to enable high school juniors and ited program for study tours in U.S. by seniors to perform humanitarian service. Israeli agriculturists. NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 477 B'NAI B'RITH INTERNATIONAL (1843). 1640 ions, and pilot research programs in genet- Rhode Island Ave., NW, Washington, DC ics, immunology, and the basic life process. 20036. (202)857-6600. Pres. Seymour D. Pilot; President's Newsletter; City of Hope Reich; Exec. V.-Pres. Thomas Neumann. Quarterly. International Jewish organization with affiliates in 43 countries. Offers programs CONFERENCE OF JEWISH COMMUNAL SERV- designed to insure the preservation of ICE (1899). 3084 State Hwy. 27, Suite 1, Jewry and Judaism: Jewish education, Kendall Park, NJ 08824-1657. (201)821- community volunteer service to aid the 1871. Pres. Daniel Thursz; Exec. Dir. Joel needy, expansion of human rights, assist- Ollander. Serves as forum for all profes- ance to Israel, housing for the elderly, lead- sional philosophies in community service, ership training for youth and adults, rights for testing new experiences, proposing new of Soviet Jews and Jews of other countries ideas, and questioning or reaffirming old to emigrate. International Jewish Monthly; concepts; umbrella organization for eight Shofar; Insider. major Jewish communal service groups. Concerned with advancement of profes- , ANTI-DEFAMATION LEAGUE OF sional personnel practices and standards. (see p. 446) Concurrents; Journal of Jewish Communal Service. , CAREER AND COUNSELING SER- VICES (1938). 1640 Rhode Island Ave. COUNCIL OF JEWISH FEDERATIONS, INC. NW, Washington, DC 20036. (202)857- (1932). 730 Broadway, NYC 10003. 4992. Chmn. Burton M. Wanetik; Natl. (212)-475-50O0. Pres. Mandell Berman; Dir. Max F. Baer. Offers educational and Exec. V.-Pres. Carmi Schwartz. Provides career counseling to Jewish youth and national and regional services to more than adults on a group and individual basis 200 associated federations embracing 800 through professionally staffed centers in communities in the U.S. and Canada, aid- New York, North Jersey, and Philadel- ing in fund raising, community organiza- phia. tion, health and welfare planning, person- nel recruitment, and public relations. -, HILLEL FOUNDATIONS, INC. (see p. Directory of Jewish Federations, Welfare 457) Funds and Community Councils; Directory , KLUTZNICK MUSEUM (see p. 450) of Jewish Health and Welfare Agencies (bi- ennial); annual report. , YOUTH ORGANIZATION (see p. 457) HOPE CENTER FOR THE DEVELOPMEN- TALLY DISABLED (1965). 3601 Martin L. B'NAI B'RITH WOMEN (1897). 1640 Rhode King Blvd., Denver, CO 80205. (303)388- Island Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20036. 4801. Pres. Albert Cohen; Exec. Dir. (202)857-6689. Pres. Hyla S. Lipsky; George E. Brantley; Sec. Helen Fonda. Exec. Dir. Elaine Binder. Promotes the Provides services to developmentally dis- principles of social advancement through abled of community: preschool training, education, action, and service. Offers pro- day training and work activities center, grams that contribute to preservation of speech and language pathology, occupa- Jewish life and values; supports treatment tional arts and crafts, recreational therapy, of emotionally disturbed boys in BBW and social services. Children's Home, Group House in Israel; advocacy for women's rights. Women's INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL ON JEWISH SO- World. CIAL AND WELFARE SERVICES (1961). c/o American Jewish Joint Distribution Com- CITY OF HOPE NATIONAL MEDICAL CEN- mittee, 711 Third Ave., NYC 10017. (NY TER AND BECKMAN RESEARCH INSTI- liaison office with UN headquarters.) TUTE (1913). 1500 E. Duarte Rd., Duarte, (212)687-6200. Chmn. Hon. L.H.L. CA 91010. (818)359-8111. Pres. and Chief Cohen; Exec. Sec. Leon Leiberg. Provides Exec. Off. Dr. Sanford M. Shapero; Bd. for exchange of views and information Chmn. Abraham S. Bolsky. Offers care to among member agencies on problems of those with cancer and major diseases, med- Jewish social and welfare services, includ- ical consultation service for second opin- ing medical care, old age, welfare, child 478 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1989

care, rehabilitation, technical assistance, , JEWISH BOOK COUNCIL (see p. 452) vocational training, agricultural and other resettlement, economic assistance, refu- gees, migration, integration and related , JEWISH CHAPLAINS COUNCIL (for- problems, representation of views to gov- merly COMMISSION ON JEWISH CHAP- ernments and international organizations. LAINCY) (1940). 15 E. 26 St., NYC 10010- Members: six national and international 1579. Chmn. Rabbi Aaron Landes; Dir. organizations. Rabbi David Lapp. Recruits, endorses, and serves Jewish military and Veterans Ad- JEWISH BRAILLE INSTITUTE OF AMERICA, ministration chaplains on behalf of the INC. (1931). 110 E. 30 St., NYC 10016. American Jewish community and the three (212)889-2525. Pres. Jane Evans; Exec. major rabbinic bodies; trains and assists V.-Pres. Gerald M. Kass. Serves the reli- Jewish lay leaders where there are no chap- gious, cultural, and educational needs of lains, for service to Jewish military person- the Jewish blind, visually impaired, and nel, their families, and hospitalized veter- reading-disabled by producing books of ans. CHAPLINES newsletter. Judaica, including prayer books in Hebrew and English braille, large print, and on -, JEWISH MUSIC COUNCIL (see p. audio cassettes. Maintains free lending li- 452) brary of Hebrew, English, Yiddish, and other-language cassettes for the Jewish , LECTURE BUREAU (see p. 452) blind, visually impaired, and reading-dis- LEVI ARTHRITIS HOSPITAL (sponsored by abled in 40 countries. Jewish Braille Re- B'nai B'rith) (1914). 300 Prospect Ave., view; JBI Voice; Or Chadash. Hot Springs, AR 71901. (501)624-1281. Pres. Harry Levitch; Chief Exec. Off. Pat- JEWISH CONCILIATION BOARD OF AMER- rick G. McCabe, Jr. Maintains a nonprofit, ICA, INC. (1930). 235 Park Ave. S., NYC nonsectarian hospital for treatment of suf- 10003. (212)777-9034. Pres. Milton J. ferers from arthritis; offers postoperative Schubin; Exec. Dir. Beatrice Lampert. Of- bone and joint surgery rehabilitation; fers dispute-resolution services to families, stroke rehabilitation; and posttrauma reha- individuals, and organizations. Social- bilitation. Levi Voice. work, rabbinic, and legal expertise are available for family and divorce mediation NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH FAM- and arbitration. Fee—sliding scale. ILY, CHILDREN'S AND HEALTH PROFES- SIONALS (see Association of Jewish Family JEWISH FUND FOR JUSTICE (1984). 1725 K and Children's Agency Professionals) St., NW, Suite 301, Washington, DC 20006. (202)861-0601. Bd. Chmn. Si NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH VOCA- Kahn; Exec. Dir. Lois Roisman. A na- TIONAL SERVICES (formerly JEWISH OC- tional grant-making institution supporting CUPATIONAL COUNCIL) (1940). 37 Union efforts to combat poverty in the U.S. Acts Square West, 5th fl., NYC 10003. (212)- as a catalyst to increase Jewish communal 243-0130. Pres. Harold E. Friedman; and individual involvement in social-jus- Exec. Dir. Harvey P. Goldman. Acts as tice issues; participates in grant-making coordinating body for all Jewish agencies coalitions with other religious and ethnic in U.S., Canada, and Israel, having pro- groups. Newsletter. grams in educational-vocational guidance, job placement, vocational rehabilitation, JWB (1917). 15 E. 26 St., NYC 10010-1579. skills-training, sheltered workshops, and (212)532^949. Pres. Donald R. Mintz; occupational research. Newsletter; NAJVS Exec. V.-Pres. Arthur Rotman. Leader- Reports. ship agency for North American network of Jewish community centers, YM- NATIONAL CONGRESS OF JEWISH DEAF YWHAs, and camps, serving one million (1956; inc. 1961). 4960 Sabal Palm Blvd., Jews. Provides Jewish educational and cul- Bldg. 7, Apt. 207, Tamarac, FL 33319. tural programming through JWB Jewish TTY (305)977-7887. Pres. Dr. Martin Book and Music Councils, Lecture Bu- Florsheim; Exec. Dir. Alexander Fleisch- reau. U.S. government-accredited agency man. Congress of Jewish congregations, serving Jewish military families and hospi- service organizations, and associations talized VA patients through JWB Jewish located throughout the U.S. and Canada, Chaplains Council. JWB Circle; JWBrief- advocating religious spirit and cultural ing; Zarkor; JWB Personnel Reporter. ideals and fellowship for the Jewish deaf. NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 479 Affiliated with World Organization of Jew- institutions in meeting their needs and con- ish Deaf. Publishes Signs of Judaism, a cerns through use of the resources of scout- guide to American Sign Language. NCJD ing. Works through local Jewish commit- Quarterly. tees on Scouting to establish Tiger Cub groups (1st grade), Cub Scout packs, Boy NATIONAL COUNCIL OF JEWISH PRISON Scout troops, and coed Explorer posts in CHAPLAINS, INC. {see American Jewish synagogues, Jewish community centers, Correctional Chaplains Association, Inc.) day schools, and other Jewish organiza- NATIONAL COUNCIL OF JEWISH WOMEN tions wishing to draw Jewish youth. Sup- (1893). 53 W. 23 St., NYC 10010. (212)- port materials and resources on request. 645-4048. Pres. Lenore Feldman; Exec. Hatzofe (quarterly). Dir. Dadie Perlov. Furthers human wel- NATIONAL JEWISH GIRL SCOUT COMMIT- fare through program of community ser- TEE (1972). Synagogue Council of Amer- vice, education, advocacy for children and ica, 327 Lexington Ave., NYC 10016. youth, aging, women's issues, constitu- (212)686-8670. Chmn. Rabbi Herbert W. tional rights, Jewish life and Israel. Pro- Bomzer; Field Chmn. Adele Wasko. motes education for the disadvantaged in Under the auspices of the Synagogue Israel through the NCJW Research Insti- Council of America, serves to further Jew- tute for Innovation in Education at He- ish education by promoting Jewish award brew University, Jerusalem. Promotes wel- programs, encouraging religious services, fare of children in U.S. through Center for promoting cultural exchanges with the Is- the Child. NCJW Journal; Washington rael Boy & Girl Scouts Federation, and Newsletter. extending membership in the Jewish com- munity by assisting councils in organizing NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR JEWISH HOSPICE (1985). 6363 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 126, Los Girl Scout troops and local Jewish Girl Angeles, CA 90048. (213) HOSPICE. Pres. Scout committees. Newsletter. Rabbi Maurice Lamm. Serves as a national NORTH AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF JEW- Jewish hospice resource center. Through ISH HOMES AND HOUSING FOR THE conferences, research, publications, video AGING (1960). 2525 Centerville Rd., Dal- training courses, referral, and counseling las, TX 75228. (214)327^503. Pres.Den- services offers guidance, training, and in- nis J. Magid; Exec. V.-Pres. Herbert Shore. formation to patients, family members, Represents a community of not-for-profit clergy of all faiths, professional caregivers, charitable homes and housing for the Jew- and volunteers who work with seriously ill ish aging; promotes excellence in perform- Jews. ance and quality of service through foster- ing communication and education and NATIONAL JEWISH CENTER FOR IMMUNOL- encouraging advocacy for the aging. Per- OGY AND RESPIRATORY MEDICINE (for- spectives (newsletter); Directory. merly NATIONAL JEWISH HOSPITAL/NA- TIONAL ASTHMA CENTER) (1899). 1400 WORLD CONFEDERATION OF JEWISH COM- Jackson St., Denver, CO 80206. (303)388- MUNITY CENTERS (1947). 15 E. 26 St., 4461; 1-800-222-5864; Pres. Michael K. NYC 10010. (212)532-4949. Pres. Ralph Schonbrun; Dir. Public Affairs Roy Goldman; Exec. Dir. Don Scher. Serves as Raney. Leading medical center for study a council of national and continental feder- and treatment of respiratory diseases, aller- ations of Jewish community centers; fos- gies, and immune system disorders. Clini- ters development of the JCC movement cal emphasis on asthma, emphysema, tu- worldwide; provides a forum for exchange berculosis, chronic bronchitis, and of information among centers. Newsletter. interstitial lung diseases; immune system disorders such as juvenile rheumatoid ar- ZIONIST AND PRO-ISRAEL thritis and immune deficiency disorders. New Directions; Update; annual report; ALYN—AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR HANDI- Lung Line Letter. CAPPED CHILDREN IN ISRAEL (1934). 19 W. 44 St., NYC 10036. (212)869-8085. NATIONAL JEWISH COMMITTEE ON SCOUT- Chmn. Simone P. Blum; Exec. Dir. Na- ING (Boy Scouts of America) (1926). 1325 than N. Schorr. Supports the work of Walnut Hill La., Irving, TX 75015-2079. ALYN Orthopaedic Hospital and Reha- (214)580-2059. Chmn. Robert G. Kurz- bilitation Center for Physically Handi- man; Dir. Fred Tichauer. Assists Jewish capped Children, located in Jerusalem, 480 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1989

which encompasses a 100-bed hospital and 947-1597. Pres. David Pernick; Exec. Dir. outpatient clinics, and houses the Helena Charlotte Fainblatt. Raises funds for capi- Rubinstein Foundation Research Institute tal improvement, research and develop- for research in neuromuscular diseases. ment projects, laboratory equipment, ALYN News. scholarships, lectureships, fellowships, and library /archives of fashion and textile de- AMERICA-ISRAEL CULTURAL FOUNDA- sign at Shenkar College in Israel, Israel's TION, INC. (1939). 41 E. 42 St., NYC only fashion and textile technology college. 10017. (212)557-1600. Bd. Chmn. Isaac Accredited by the Council of Higher Edu- Stern; Pres. Carl Glick. Raises funds to encourage the growth of culture in Israel cation, the college is the chief source of through support of the arts; provides personnel for Israel's fashion and apparel scholarships to gifted students and profes- industry. Shenkar Bulletin. sionals in all the arts—music, dance, thea- AMERICAN COMMITTEE FOR THE WEIZ- ter, the visual and plastic arts, film, and MANN INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE (1944). 515 television. Hadashot. Park Ave., NYC 10022. (212)752-1300. AMERICA-ISRAEL FRIENDSHIP LEAGUE, Cochmn. Bram Goldsmith, Gershon INC. (1971). 134 E. 39 St., NYC 10016. Kekst; Exec. V.-Pres. Bernard N. Samers. (212)213-8630. Pres. Herbert Tenzer; Through 12 regional offices in the U.S. Exec. V.-Pres. liana Artman. A nonsec- raises funds for the Weizmann Institute in tarian, nonpartisan organization which Rehovot, Israel, and disseminates informa- seeks to broaden the base of support for tion about the scientific research under Israel among Americans of all faiths and way there. Rehovot; Interface; Research. backgrounds. Activities include educa- tional exchanges, tours of Israel for Ameri- AMERICAN FRIENDS OF HAIFA UNIVERSITY can leadership groups, symposia and pub- (1972). 41 E. 42 St., #828, NYC 10017. lic education activities, and the (212)818-9050. Pres. H. R. Shepherd; dissemination of printed information. Exec. V.-Pres. Michael Weisser. Promotes, Newsletter. encourages, and aids higher and secondary education, research, and training in all AMERICAN ASSOCIATES, BEN-GURION UNI- branches of knowledge in Israel and else- VERSITY OF THE NEGEV (1973). 342 Mad- where; aids in the maintenance and devel- ison Ave., Suite 1924, NYC 10173. (212)- opment of Haifa University; raises and al- 687-7721. Pres. Isaac L. Auerbach; Bd. locates funds for the above purposes; Chmn. Irwin H. Goldenberg; Chancellor provides scholarships; promotes exchanges Ambassador Yosef Tekoah. Serves as the of teachers and students. Newsletter. university's publicity and fund-raising link to the U.S. The Associates are committed AMERICAN FRIENDS OF RAMAT HANEGEV to publicizing university activities and cur- COLLEGE INC. (1983). 118 E. 25 St., NYC ricula, securing student scholarships, 10010. (212)460-8700. Pres. Meir Levin; transferring contributions, and encourag- Sec.-Treas. Jehuda J. Levin. Represents ing American interest in the university. Ramat HaNegev College in fund raising AABGU Reporter; BGU Bulletin; Negev. and public relations in the U.S. Through various activities aids the college's efforts AMERICAN COMMITTEE FOR SHAARE to improve the well-being of the Negev ZEDEK HOSPITAL IN JERUSALEM, INC. towns of Yeruham, Dimona, and Mitzpeh (1949). 49 W. 45 St., NYC 10036. (212)- Ramon, and the development of the Negev 354-8801. Pres. Charles Bendheim; Bd. south of Beersheva. Newsletter. Chmn. Ludwig Jesselson; Sr. Exec. V.- Pres. Morris Talansky. Raises funds for AMERICAN FRIENDS OF THE HAIFA MARI- the various needs of the Shaare Zedek TIME MUSEUM, INC. (1977). 236 Fifth Medical Center, Jerusalem, such as equip- Ave., NYC 10001. (212)696-8084. Chmn. ment and medical supplies, nurse training, and Treas. Bernard Weissman; Pres. Ste- and research; supports exchange program phen K. Haber. Supports National Mari- between Shaare Zedek Medical Center and time Museum in Haifa. Promotes interest Albert Einstein College of Medicine, NY. in maritime life among American Jews. Heartbeat magazine. AMERICAN FRIENDS OF THE HEBREW UNI- AMERICAN COMMITTEE FOR SHENKAR VERSITY (1925; inc. 1931). 11 E. 69 St., COLLEGE IN ISRAEL, INC. (1971). 855 NYC 10021. (212)472-9800. Pres. Herbert Ave. of the Americas, NYC 10001. (212)- D. Katz; Exec. V.-Pres. Robert A. Pearl- NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 481 man; Bd. Chmn. Harvey L. Silbert. Fosters velopment, maintenance, and expansion of the growth, development, and mainte- the museum and its educational and cul- nance of the Hebrew University of Jerusa- tural programs. Exhibition catalogues. lem; collects funds and conducts programs of information throughout the U.S., inter- AMERICAN FRIENDS OF THE TEL AVIV UNI- preting the work of the university and its VERSITY, INC. (1955). 360 Lexington Ave., significance; administers American student NYC 10017. (212)687-5651. Board Chmn. programs and arranges exchange profes- Melvin S. Taub; Pres. Saul B. Cohen; Exec. sorships in the U.S. and Israel. News from V.-Pres. Jules Love. Promotes, encourages, the Hebrew University of Jerusalem; Scopus aids, and advances higher education at Tel magazine. Aviv University and elsewhere. Among the many projects in the university's more than AMERICAN FRIENDS OF THE ISRAEL MU- 50 research institutes are the Moshe Dayan SEUM (1972). 10 E. 40 St., Suite 1208, Center for Middle & African Studies, the NYC 10016. (212)683-5190. Pres. Mau- Jaffe Center for Strategic Studies; 25 insti- reen Cogan; Exec. Dir. Michele Cohn tutes in different fields of medicine; and the Tocci. Raises funds for special projects of Institute for Cereal Crops Improvement. the Israel Museum in Jerusalem; solicits Tel Aviv University Report; Tel Aviv Univer- works of art for exhibition and educational sity Newsletter purposes. Newsletter. AMERICAN ISRAEL PUBLIC AFFAIRS COM- AMERICAN FRIENDS OF THE JERUSALEM MITTEE (AIPAC) (1954). 500 N. Capitol MENTAL HEALTH CENTER—EZRATH St., NW, Washington, DC 20001. (202)- NASHIM, INC. (1895). 10 E. 40 St., Suite 638-2256. Pres. Ed Levy, Jr.; Exec. Dir. 2701, NYC 10016. (212)725-8175. Pres. Thomas A. Dine. Registered to lobby on Burton G. Greenblatt; Exec. Dir. Mira behalf of legislation affecting U.S.-Israel Berman. Supports research, education, and relations; represents Americans who be- patient care at the Jerusalem Mental lieve support for a secure Israel is in U.S. Health Center, which includes a 250-bed interest. Works for a strong U.S.-Israel re- hospital, comprehensive outpatient clinic, lationship. Near East Report; AIPAC Pa- drug abuse clinic, geriatric center, and the pers on U.S.-Israel Relations. Jacob Herzog Psychiatric Research Cen- ter; Israel's only nonprofit, voluntary psy- AMERICAN-ISRAELI LIGHTHOUSE, INC. chiatric hospital; used as a teaching facility (1928; reorg. 1955). 30 E. 60 St., NYC by Israel's major medical schools. Friend to 10022. (212)838-5322. Pres. Mrs. Leonard Friend; To Open the Gates of Healing. F. Dank; Sec. Frances Lentz. Provides ed- ucation and rehabilitation for the blind and AMERICAN FRIENDS OF THE SHALOM physically handicapped in Israel to effect HARTMAN INSTITUTE (1976). 1029 Tea- their social and vocational integration into neck Rd., Teaneck, NJ 07666. (201)837- the seeing community; built and maintains 0887. Pres. Robert P. Kogod; Dir. Rabbi Rehabilitation Center for the Blind (Mig- Donniel Hartman; Admin. Dorothy Min- dal Or) in Haifa. Tower. chin. Supports the Shalom Hartman Insti- tute, Jerusalem, an institute of higher edu- AMERICAN JEWISH LEAGUE FOR ISRAEL cation and research center, devoted to (1957). 30 E. 60 St., NYC 10022. (212)- applying the teachings of classical Judaism 371-1583. Pres. Rabbi Reuben M. Katz; to the issues of modern life. Founded in Bd. Chmn. Rabbi Aaron Decter. Seeks to 1976 by David Hartman, the institute in- unite all those who, notwithstanding dif- cludes a Beit Midrash and centers for phi- fering philosophies of Jewish life, are com- losophy, theology, halakhah, political mitted to the historical ideals of Zionism; thought, and medical science, an experi- works, independently of class, party, or re- mental school, and programs for lay lead- ligious affiliation, for the welfare of Israel ership. A Word from Jerusalem. as a whole. Not identified with any politi- cal parties in Israel. Member, World AMERICAN FRIENDS OF THE TEL AVIV MU- Confederation of United Zionists. Bulletin SEUM (1974). 133 E. 58 St., Suite 704, of the American Jewish League for Israel. NYC 10022. (212)319-0555. Pres. Roy V. Titus; Chmn. Milton J. Schubin; Exec. Dir. Ursula Kalish. Solicits contributions of AMERICAN PHYSICIANS FELLOWSHIP, INC. works of art to enrich the Tel Aviv Mu- FOR MEDICINE IN ISRAEL (1950). 2001 seum collection; raises funds to support de- Beacon St., Brookline, MA 02146. (617)- 482 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1989

232-5382. Pres. Dr. Edward H. Kass; AMERICAN ZIONIST FEDERATION (1939- Exec. Dir. Daniel C. Goldfarb. Helps Is- reorg. 1949 and 1970). 515 Park Ave., rael become a major world medical center; NYC 10022. (212)371-7750. Pres. Benja- secures fellowships for selected Israeli min Cohen; Exec. Dir. Karen Rubinstein. physicians and arranges lectureships in Is- Coordinates the work of the Zionist con- rael by prominent American physicians; stituency in the areas of education, aliyah, runs medical seminars in Israel and U.S.; youth and young leadership and public and coordinates U.S. and Canadian medical communal affairs. Seeks to involve the and paramedical emergency volunteers to Zionist and broader Jewish community in Israel; supports research and health care programs and events focused on Israel and projects in Israel. APF News. Zionism (e.g., Zionist Shabbat, Scholars- in-Residence, Yom Yerushalayim) and AMERICAN RED MAGEN DAVID FOR IS- through these programs to develop a RAEL, INC. (1940). 888 Seventh Ave., Suite greater appreciation for the Zionist idea 403, NYC 10106. (212)757-1627. Pres. among American Jewry. Composed of 16 Dr. Robert L. Sadoff; Natl. Chmn. Louis national Zionist organizations, 10 Zionist Cantor; Exec. V.-Pres. Benjamin Saxe. An youth movements, and affiliated organiza- authorized tax-exempt organization; the tions. Offices in Boston, Chicago, Los An- sole support arm in the U.S. of Magen geles, New York. Groups in Baltimore, David Adom, Israel's Red Cross Service; Detroit, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Roches- raises funds for MDA's emergency medi- ter, Washington, DC. Issue Analysis; Spec- cal services for Israel's military and civilian trum. population, supplies ambulances, blood- mobiles, and mobile cardiac rescue units AMERICAN ZIONIST YOUTH FOUNDATION, serving all hospitals and communities INC. (1963). 515 Park Ave., NYC 10022. throughout Israel; supports MDA's 73 (212)751-6070. Pres. Leon Levy; Exec. emergency medical clinics and helps pro- Dir. Ruth Kastner. Heightens Zionist awareness among Jewish youth through vide training and equipment for volunteer programs and services geared to high- emergency paramedical corps. Lifeline. school and college-age youngsters. Spon- AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR TECHNION-IS- sors educational tours to Israel, study in RAEL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY leading institutions of science, scholarship, (1940). 810 Seventh Ave., NYC 10019. and the arts; sponsors field workers on (212)262-6200. Pres. Leonard H. Sher- campus and in summer camps; prepares man; Exec. V.-Pres. Melvyn H. Bloom. and provides specialists who present and Supports the work of the Technion-Israel interpret the Israel experience for commu- nity centers and federations throughout Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel's the country. Activist Newsletter; Guide to oldest university and premier technologi- Education and Programming Material; cal institute, which educates 8,000 stu- Programs in Israel. dents in 20 engineering departments, in science and in medical school, and con- AMERICANS FOR A SAFE ISRAEL (1971). 114 ducts research across a broad spectrum E. 28 St., NYC 10016. (212)696-2611. of science and technology. Technion mag- Chmn. Herbert Zweibon; Exec. Dir. Jo- azine; Technion-USA; UPDATE: News for seph Puder. Seeks to educate Americans in A TS Insiders. Congress, the media, and the public in gen- eral about Israel's role as a strategic asset AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR THE PROTECTION for the West; through meetings with legis- OF NATURE IN ISRAEL (1986). 475 Fifth lators and the media, in press releases and Ave., 23rd fl., NYC 10017. (212)685-3380. publications, promotes the notion of Jew- Hon. Pres. Samuel W. Lewis; Pres. Daniel ish rights to Judea and Samaria. Outpost. M. Singer; Exec. Dir. Tamar Podell. Seeks to increase the American public's aware- ness of, and support for, the critical conser- AMERICANS FOR PROGRESSIVE ISRAEL vation efforts conducted in Israel by the (1949). 150 Fifth Ave., Suite 911, NYC Society for the Protection of Nature in Is- 10011. (212)255-8760. Pres. Mark Gold. rael (SPNI). Conducts educational pro- A socialist Zionist movement that calls for grams and outdoor activities in the U.S. a just and durable peace between Israel and Israel-Land and Nature (published in Is- its Arab neighbors; works for the liberation rael). of all Jews; seeks the democratization of NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 483 Jewish communal and organizational life; ganizes youth groups across North Amer- promotes dignity of labor, social justice, ica to teach Zionism, Jewish pride, and and a deeper understanding of Jewish heri- love of Israel; sponsors summer programs tage. Affiliate of American Zionist Federa- in Israel for Jewish youth ages 13-21; tion, World Union of Mapam, Hashomer sponsors Tagar Zionist Student Activist Hatzair, and Kibbutz Artzi Fed. of Israel. Movement on college campuses. Etgar. Israel Horizons; API Newsletter. BOYS TOWN JERUSALEM FOUNDATION OF AMIT WOMEN (formerly AMERICAN MIZ- AMERICA INC. (1948). 91 Fifth Ave., Suite RACHI WOMEN) (1925). 817 Broadway, 601, NYC 10003. (212)242-1118. Pres. NYC 10003. (212)477-4720. Pres. Daisy Michael J. Scharf; Exec. V.-Pres. Rabbi Berman; Exec. Dir. Marvin Leff. The State Ronald L. Gray; Chmn. Josh S. Weston. of Israel's official reshet (network) for reli- Raises funds for Boys Town Jerusalem, gious secondary technological education; conducts social service, child care, Youth which was established in 1948 to offer a Aliyah villages, and vocational-educa- comprehensive academic, religious, and tional programs in Israel in an environ- technical education to disadvantaged Is- ment of traditional Judaism; promotes cul- raeli and immigrant boys from over 45 dif- tural activities for the purpose of ferent countries, including Ethiopia and disseminating Zionist ideals and strength- Iran. Enrollment: over 1,500 students in jr. ening traditional Judaism in America. high school, academic and technical high AMIT Woman. school, and a college of applied engineer- ing. BTJ Newsbriefs; Your Town Magazine. AMPAL—AMERICAN ISRAEL CORPORATION (1942). 10 Rockefeller Plaza, NYC 10020. (212)586-3232. Pres. Michael Arnon. Fi- COUNCIL FOR A BEAUTIFUL ISRAEL ENVI- nances and invests in Israeli economic en- RONMENTAL EDUCATION FOUNDATION terprises; mobilizes finance and investment (1973). 350 Fifth Ave., 19th fl., NYC capital in the U.S. through sale of own 10118. (212)947-5709. Pres. Ruth Baum; debenture issues and utilization of bank Admin. Dir. Donna Lindemann. A support credit lines. Annual report; prospectuses. group for the Israeli body, whose activities include education, town planning, lobbying ARZA—ASSOCIATION OF REFORM ZION- for legislation to protect and enhance the ISTS OF AMERICA (1977). 838 Fifth Ave., environment, preservation of historical NYC 10021. (212)249-0100. Pres. Rabbi sites, the improvement and beautification of Charles Kroloff; Exec. Dir. Rabbi Eric industrial and commercial areas, and reno- Yoffie. Individual Zionist membership or- vating bomb shelters into parks and play- ganization devoted to achieving Jewish grounds. Quarterly newsletter. pluralism in Israel and strengthening the Israeli Reform movement. Chapter activi- DROR—YOUNG KIBBUTZ MOVEMENT— ties in the U.S. concentrate on these issues, HABONIM (1977). 27 W. 20 St., 9th fl., and on strengthening American public NYC 10011. (212)675-1168. Exec. Dir. support for Israel. ARZA Newsletter. Yoel Skolnick. Provides an opportunity for individuals who have spent time in Israel, BAR-ILAN UNIVERSITY IN ISRAEL (1955). on a kibbutz program, to continue their 130 East 59 St., NYC 10022.. (212)832- contact with the kibbutz movement 0095. Chancellor Emanuel Rackman; through regional and national activities Pres. Michael Albeck; Chmn. Global Bd. and seminars; sponsors two garinim to kib- of Trustees Ludwig Jesselson; Pres. Amer. butz each year and a teenage summer pro- Bd. of Overseers Belda Lindenbaum. Sup- gram. New Horizons. ports Bar-Ilan University, a traditionally oriented liberal arts and sciences institu- , CHAVURAT HAGALIL (1978). Exec. tion, where all students must take basic Dir. Shlomo Ravid. Aids those aged 27-35 Jewish studies courses as a requirement of in making aliyah to a kibbutz. Affiliated graduation; located in Ramat-Gan, Israel, with TAKAM kibbutz association. and chartered by the Board of Regents of the State of NY. Update; Bar-Ilan News. , GARIN YARDEN, YOUNG KIBBUTZ MOVEMENT (1976). Exec. Dir. Shlomo BETAR ZIONIST YOUTH ORGANIZATION Ravid. Aids those aged 20-30 interested in (1935). 38 East 23 St., NYC 10010. (212)- making aliyah to a kibbutz; affiliated with 353-8033. Central Shaliach Eli Cohen. Or- TAKAM kibbutz association. 484 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1989

EMUNAH WOMEN OF AMERICA (formerly over 100 institutions of higher learning, in- HAPOEL HAMIZRACHI WOMEN'S ORGA- cluding over $11 million in Israel and $6 NIZATION) (1948). 7 Penn Plaza, NYC million in the U.S. In Response. 10001 (212)564-9045. Pres. Gladys Bar- uch; Exec. Dir. Shirley Singer. Maintains GIVAT HAVIVA EDUCATIONAL FOUNDA- and supports 200 educational and social- TION, INC. (1966). 150 Fifth Ave., Suite welfare institutions in Israel within a reli- 911, NYC 10011. (212)255-2992. Chmn. gious framework, including nurseries, day- Lucille R. Perlman. Supports programs in Israel to further Jewish-Arab rapproche- care centers, vocational and ment, narrow economic and educational teacher-training schools for the under- gaps within Israeli society, and improve privileged, and a community college com- educational opportunities for various plex. Also involved in absorption of Ethi- disadvantaged youth. Affiliated with the opian immigrants. The Emunah Woman; Givat Haviva Center of the Kibbutz Artzi Lest We Forget; Emunah Connection. Federation, the Menachem Bader Fund, FEDERATED COUNCIL OF ISRAEL INSTITU- and other projects. In the U.S., GHEF, TIONS—FCII (1940). 4702 15th Ave., Inc. sponsors educational seminars, public Brooklyn, NY 11219. (718)972-5530. Bd. lectures and parlor meetings with Israeli Chmn. Z. Shapiro; Exec. V.-Pres. Rabbi speakers, as well as individual and group Julius Novack. Central fund-raising orga- trips to Israel. News from Givat Haviva; nization for over 100 affiliated institutions; special reports. handles and executes estates, wills, and be- quests for the traditional institutions in Is- GOLDA MEIR ASSOCIATION (1984). 33 E. 67 rael; clearinghouse for information on bud- St., NYC 10021. (212)570-1443. Pres. Al- get, size, functions, etc., of traditional fred H. Moses; Exec. Dir. Avner Tavori. educational, welfare, and philanthropic in- North American support group for the Is- stitutions in Israel, working cooperatively raeli association, whose large-scale educa- with the Israeli government and the over- tional programs address the issues of de- seas department of the Council of Jewish mocracy in Israel, Sephardi-Ashkenazi Federations. Annual financial reports and integration, religious pluralism, the peace statistics on affiliates. process, and relations between Israeli Jews and Arabs. Its "Project Democracy" is the FRIENDS OF LABOR ISRAEL (1986). 27 W. 20 largest program dealing with the tide of St. (9), NYC 10011. (212)255-1796. Exec. extremism sweeping Israel's youth. News- Dir. Simmy Ziv-El; Asst. Dir. Ronny letter. Brawer. The Israel Labor movement's newest support organization in the U.S. HABONIM-DROR NORTH AMERICA (1934). was established to bolster Labor represen- 27 W. 20 St., 9th fl.,NY C 10011. (212)- tation in the World Zionist Congress and 255-1796. Sec.-Gen. Chuck Buxbaum; to promote a dialogue between labor lead- Exec. Off. Sarabeth Weiss. Fosters identi- ers and American Jewry. Folio. fication with pioneering in Israel; stimu- lates study of Jewish life, history, and cul- FRIENDS OF THE ISRAEL DEFENSE FORCES ture; sponsors community-action projects, (1981). 15 E. 26 St., NYC 10010. (212)- seven summer camps in North America, 684-0669. Bd. Chmn. Henry Plitt. Sup- programs in Israel, and garinei aliyah to ports the Agudah Lema'an Hahayal, Is- Kibbutz Ravid. Batnua; Progressive Zionist rael's Assoc. for the Well-Being of Journal; Bimat Hamaapilim. Soldiers, founded in the early 1940s, which provides social, recreational, and educa- HADASSAH, THE WOMEN'S ZIONIST ORGA- tional programs for soldiers, special ser- NIZATION OF AMERICA, INC. (1912). 50 vices for the sick and wounded, and much W. 58 St., NYC 10019. (212)355-7900. more. Newsletter. Pres. Carmela E. Kalmanson; Exec. Dir. Aileen Novick. In America helps interpret FUND FOR HIGHER EDUCATION (1970). Israel to the American people; provides 1768 S. Wooster St., Los Angeles, CA basic Jewish education as a background for 90035. (213)202-1879. Chmn. Exec. intelligent and creative Jewish living; spon- Comm. Max Candiotty. Raises funds and sors Hashachar, largest Zionist youth disseminates information in the interest of movement in U.S., which has four divi- institutions of higher education in the U.S. sions: Young Judaea, Intermediate Judaea, & Israel. Over $18 million distributed to Senior Judaea, and Hamagshimim; oper- NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 485 ates six Zionist youth camps in this coun- tion, and development of the land of Israel, try; supports summer and all-year courses including construction of roads, parks, and in Israel. Maintains in Israel Hadassah-He- recreational areas, preparation of land for brew University Medical Center for heal- new communities and industrial facilities; ing, teaching, and research; Hadassah helps emphasize the importance of Israel in Community College; and Hadassah Voca- schools and synagogues throughout the tional Guidance Institute. Is largest orga- U.S. JNF Almanac; Land and Life. nizational contributor to Youth Aliyah and to Jewish National Fund for land pur- KEREN OR, INC. (1956). 1133 Broadway, chase and reclamation. Update; Headlines; NYC 10010. (212)255-1180. Bd. Chmn. Hadassah Magazine; Textures; The Cata- Dr. Edward L. Steinberg; Pres. Dr. Albert list. Hornblass; Exec. Dir. Paul H. Goldenberg. Funds the Keren Or Center for Multihand- , HASHACHAR (formerly YOUNG JU- icapped Blind Children, in Jerusalem, pro- DAEA and JUNIOR HADASSAH) (1909; viding long-term basic training, therapy, reorg. 1967). 50 W. 58 St., NYC 10019. rehabilitative, and early childhood educa- (2)2)355-7900. Pres. of Senior Judaea tion to the optimum level of the individual; (high-school level) Gidon Isaacs; Coord, of with major hospitals, involved in research Hamagshimim (college level) Eric Klein- into causes of multihandicapped blind man; Natl. Dir. Irv Widaen. Seeks to edu- birth; campaign under way for new mul- cate Jewish youth from the ages of 9-27 tipurpose building on government land- toward Jewish and Zionist values, active grant in Ramot. commitment to and participation in the American and Israeli Jewish communities; LABOR ZIONIST ALLIANCE (formerly FAR- maintains summer camps and year pro- BAND LABOR ZIONIST ORDER; now unit- grams in Israel. Hamagshimim Journal; ing membership and branches of POALE Kol Hat'nua; The Young Judaean. ZION—UNITED LABOR ZIONIST ORGANI- ZATION OF AMERICA and AMERICAN HASHOMER HATZAIR, SOCIALIST ZIONIST HABONIM ASSOCIATION) (1913). 275 Sev- YOUTH MOVEMENT (1923). 150 Fifth enth Ave., NYC 10001. (212)989-0300. Ave., Suite 911, NYC 10011. (212)929- Pres. Menachem Z. Rosensaft; Exec. Dir. 4955. Sec. Morrie Hermon; Central Sha- Sarrae G. Crane. Seeks to enhance Jewish liach Chaim Broom. Seeks to educate Jew- life, culture, and education in U.S. and ish youth to an understanding of Zionism Canada; aids in building State of Israel as as the national liberation movement of the a cooperative commonwealth, and its Jewish people. Promotes aliyah to kibbut- Labor movement organized in the Hista- zim. Affiliated with AZYC and Kibbutz drut; supports efforts toward a more demo- Artzi Federation. Espouses socialist ideals cratic society throughout the world; fur- of peace, justice, democracy, and brother- thers the democratization of the Jewish hood. Young Guard. community in America and the welfare of Jews everywhere; works with labor and lib- HERUT ZIONISTS OF AMERICA, INC. (1925). eral forces in America. Jewish Frontier; 9 E. 38 St., Suite 1000, NYC 10016. (212)- Yiddisher Kempfer. 696-0900. Pres. Hart N. Hasten; Exec. Dir. Glenn Mones. American branch of LEAGUE FOR LABOR ISRAEL (1938; reorg. worldwide movement founded by Ze'ev 1961). 275 Seventh Ave., NYC 10001. Jabotinsky. Affiliated with Herut political (212)989-0300. Pres. Ezra Spicehandler; party in Israel. Supports Israeli peace with Exec. Dir. Rabbi Arthur Seltzer. Conducts security, free enterprise economy, and Labor Zionist educational and cultural ac- rights to settlement in the territories. Sub- tivities, for youth and adults, in the Ameri- sidiaries: Betar Zionist Youth; Tagar Zion- can Jewish community. Promotes educa- ist Student Activist Movement; Tel-Hai tional travel to Israel. Fund, Inc. The Herut Letter. MERCAZ (1979). 155 Fifth Ave., NYC 10010. JEWISH NATIONAL FUND OF AMERICA (212)533-7800. Pres. Goldie Kweller; (1901). 42 E. 69 St., NYC 10021. (212)- Exec. Dir. Hindy Kisch. The U.S. Zionist 879-9300. Pres. Joseph P. Sternstein; action organization for Conservative/ Exec. V.-Pres. Samuel I. Cohen. Exclusive Masorti Judaism, Mercaz works to attain fund-raising agency of the world Zionist religious rights for the Masorti movement movement for the afforestation, reclama- in Israel. It fosters Zionist education and 486 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1989

develops young leadership, sponsoring an of Israel, through holdings of equity securi- annual mission to Israel. Hatzioni Newslet- ties and loans. Annual report. ter. PEF ISRAEL ENDOWMENT FUNDS, INC. NA'AMAT USA, THE WOMEN'S LABOR (1922). 41 E. 42 St., Suite 607, NYC 10017. ZIONIST ORGANIZATION OF AMERICA, (212)599-1260. Chmn. Sidney Musher; INC. (formerly PIONEER WOMEN/NA'A- Sec. Harvey Brecher. Uses funds for Israeli MAT) (1925; reorg. 1985). 200 Madison educational and philanthropic institutions Ave., Suite 1808, NYC 10025. (212)725- and for constructive relief, modern educa- 8010. Pres. Gloria Elbling; Exec. Dir. tion, and scientific research in Israel. An- Tehila Elpern. Part of a world movement nual report. of working women and volunteers, Na'a- mat USA helps provide social, educational, PIONEER WOMEN/NA'AMAT (see Na'amat and legal services for women, teenagers, USA) and children in Israel. It also advocates POALE AGUDATH ISRAEL OF AMERICA, legislation for women's rights and child INC. (1948). 3190 Bedford Ave., Brooklyn, welfare in the U.S., furthers Jewish educa- NY 11210. (718)377^111. Pres. Rabbi tion, and supports Habonim-Dror, the Fabian Schonfeld; Exec. V.-Pres. Rabbi Labor Zionist youth movement. Na'amat Moshe Malinowitz. Aims to educate Woman magazine. American Jews to the values of Orthodoxy NATIONAL COMMITTEE FOR LABOR IS- and aliyah; supports kibbutzim, trade RAEL—HISTADRUT (1923). 33 E. 67 St., schools, yeshivot, moshavim, kollelim, re- NYC 10021. (212)628-1000. Pres. Bruce search centers, and children's homes in Is- C. Vladeck; Exec. V.-Pres. Eliezer Rafaeli; rael. PAI News; She'arim; Hamayan. Chmn. Trade Union Council Morton , WOMEN'S DIVISION OF (1948). Pres. Bahr. Promotes relations and understand- Aliza Widawsky; Presidium: Sarah Iva- ing between American trade unions and nisky, Miriam Lubling, Bertl Rittenberg. the Israeli labor movement-Histadrut; of- Assists Poale Agudath Israel to build and fers educational programs on Israeli labor in the Jewish community and among the support children's homes, kindergartens, general public; raises funds for the educa- and trade schools in Israel. Yediot PAI. tional, health, social and cultural projects PROGRESSIVE ZIONIST CAUCUS (1982). 27 of Histadrut for working people, Jews, and W. 20 St., NYC 10011. (212)675-1168. Arabs in Israel and for Histadrut's pro- Shaliach Yoel Skolnick; Dir. Bruce Sapos- grams in the Third World. Backdrop His- nick. A campus-based grass-roots organi- tadrut; Amal Newsletter. zation committed to a progressive Zionist agenda. Students organize local and re- NEW ISRAEL FUND (1979). Ill W. 40 St., gional educational, cultural, and political Suite 2600, NYC 10018. (212)302-0066. activities, such as speakers, films, Kabbalot Pres. Mary Ann Stein; Exec. Dir. Jonathan Shabbat, and Arab-Jewish dialogue Jacoby. Supports the citizens'-action ef- groups. The PZC Kvutzat Aliyah is a sup- forts of Israelis working to achieve social justice and to protect and strengthen the port framework for individuals interested democratic process in Israel. Also seeks to in aliyah to a city or town. La'Inyan. enrich the quality of the relationships be- RELIGIOUS ZIONISTS OF AMERICA 25 W. 26 tween Israelis and North American Jews St., NYC 10010. (212)689-1414. through deepened mutual understanding. A Guide to Arab-Jewish Peacemaking in BNEI AKIVA OF NORTH AMERICA Israel; quarterly bulletin; annual report. (1934). 25 W. 26 St., NYC 10010. (212)- 889-5260. Pres. Yitz Feigenbaum; V.-Pres. PEC ISRAEL ECONOMIC CORPORATION (for- Admin. Jerry Yudkowsky. Seeks to inter- merly PALESTINE ECONOMIC CORPORA- est youth in aliyah to Israel and social jus- TION) (1926). 511 Fifth Ave., NYC 10017. tice through pioneering (halutziut) as an (212)687-2400. Pres. Joseph Ciechanover; integral part of their religious observance; Exec. V.-Pres. Frank J. Klein; Sec.-Asst. sponsors five summer camps, a leadership Treas. William Gold. Primarily engaged in training camp for eleventh graders, a work- the business of organizing, financing, and study program on a religious kibbutz for administering business enterprises located high school graduates, summer tours to Is- in or affiliated with enterprises in the State rael; establishes nuclei of college students NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 487

for kibbutz or other settlement. Akivon; Yehudah Halevy; Exec. V.-Pres. Morris Hamvaser; Pinkas Lamadrich; Daf Rayo- Sipser. Seeks to provide large-scale invest- not; Ma'Ohalai Torah; Zraim. ment funds for the economic development of the State of Israel through the sale of , MIZRACHI-HAPOEL HAMIZRACHI (1909; merged 1957). 25 W. 26 St., NYC State of Israel bonds in the U.S., Canada, 10010. (212)689-1414. Pres. Hermann Western Europe, and Latin America. Merkin; Exec. V.-Pres. Israel Friedman. THEODOR HERZL FOUNDATION (1954). 515 Disseminates ideals of religious Zionism; Park Ave., NYC 10022. (212)752-0600. conducts cultural work, educational pro- Chmn. Kalman Sultanik; Sec. Isadore gram, public relations; raises funds for reli- Hamlin. Cultural activities, lectures, con- gious educational institutions in Israel, in- ferences, courses in modern Hebrew and cluding yeshivot hesder and Bnei Akiva. Jewish subjects, Israel, Zionism, and Jew- Newsletters; Kolenu. ish history. Midstream. , MIZRACHI PALESTINE FUND —, HERZL PRESS. Chmn. Kalman Sul- (1928). 25 W. 26 St., NYC 10010. Chmn. tanik. Serves as "the Zionist Press of re- Joseph Wilon; Sec. Israel Friedman. Fund- cord," publishing books that are important raising arm of Mizrachi movement. for the light they shed on Zionist philoso- phy, Israeli history, contemporary Israel , NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR TORAH and the Diaspora, and the relationship be- EDUCATION OF MIZRACHI-HAPOEL tween them. Many of these volumes, be- HAMIZRACHI (1939). 25 W. 26 St., NYC 10010. Pres. Rabbi Israel Schorr; Dir. cause of their specialized nature, would not Rabbi Meyer Golombek. Organizes and be attractive to commercial publishers, but supervises yeshivot and Talmud Torahs; are important as contributions to Zionist prepares and trains teachers; publishes letters and history. textbooks and educational materials; orga- , THEODOR HERZL INSTITUTE. nizes summer seminars for Hebrew educa- Chmn. Jacques Torczyner; Dir. Sidney tors in cooperation with Torah Depart- Rosenfeld. Program geared to review of ment of Jewish Agency; conducts ulpan. contemporary problems on Jewish scene Hazarkor; Chemed. here and abroad, presentation of Jewish , NOAM-MIZRACHI NEW LEADER- heritage values in light of Zionist experi- SHIP COUNCIL (formerly NOAM-HAMISH- ence of the ages, study of modern Israel, MERET HATZEIRA) (1970). 25 W. 26 St., and Jewish social research with particular NYC 10010. (212)684-6091. Chmn. Rabbi consideration of history and impact of Marc Schneier; V. Chmn. Sheon Karol; Zionism. Lectures, forums, Encounter Dir. Jeffrey M. Weisberg. Develops new with Creativity; musicales, recitals, con- religious Zionist leadership in the U.S. and certs; holiday celebrations; visual art pro- Canada; presents young religious people grams, Nouveau Artist Introductions. An- with various alternatives for settling in Is- nual Program Preview; Herzl Institute rael through garinei aliyah (core groups); Bulletin. meets the religious.educational, and social needs of Jewish young adults and young UNITED CHARITY INSTITUTIONS OF JERU- couples. Forum. SALEM, INC. (1903). 1141 Broadway, NYC 10001. (212)683-3221. Pres. Rabbi Zevu- SOCIETY OF ISRAEL PHILATELISTS (1948). lun Charlop; Sec. Sam Gabel. Raises funds 27436 Aberdeen, Southfield, MI 48076. for the maintenance of schools, kitchens, (313)557-0887. Pres. Howard Chapman; clinics, and dispensaries in Israel; free loan Exec. Sec. Irvin Girer. Promotes interest foundations in Israel. in, and knowledge of, all phases of Israel UNITED ISRAEL APPEAL, INC. (1925). 515 philately through sponsorship of chapters Park Ave., NYC 10022. (212)688-0800. and research groups, maintenance of a Chmn. Henry Taub; Exec. V.-Chmn. Her- philatelic library, and support of public man Markowitz. As principal beneficiary and private exhibitions. Israel Philatelist; of the United Jewish Appeal, serves as link monographs; books. between American Jewish community and STATE OF ISRAEL BONDS (1951). 730 Broad- Jewish Agency for Israel, its operating way, NYC 10003. (212)677-9650. Inter- agent; assists in resettlement and absorp- natl. Chmn. David B. Hermelin; Pres. tion of refugees in Israel, and supervises 488 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1989 flow of funds and expenditures for this pur- rael, Zionism, and Jewish history. Israel pose. Scene; Five Fifteen. UNITED STATES COMMITTEE SPORTS FOR , DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND ISRAEL, INC. (1948). 275 S. 19 St., Suite CULTURE (1948). 515 Park Ave., NYC 1203, Philadelphia, PA 19103. (215)546- 10022. (212)752-0600. Exec. Counselor 4700. Pres. Robert E. Spivak; Exec. Dir. Arthur Levine; Exec. Dir. Mordecai Peled. Barbara G. Lissy. Sponsors U.S. participa- Seeks to foster a wider and deeper knowl- tion in, and fields and selects U.S. team for, edge of the Hebrew language and literature World Maccabiah Games in Israel every and a better understanding and fuller ap- four years; promotes education and sports preciation of the role of Israel in the des- programs in Israel; provides funds and tiny of Jewry and Judaism, to introduce the technical and material assistance to Win- study of Israel as an integral part of the gate Institute for Physical Education and Jewish school curriculum, and to initiate Sport in Israel; sponsors coaching pro- and sponsor educational projects designed grams in Israel. USCSFI Newsletter; com- to implement these objectives. memorative Maccabiah Games journal. , NORTH AMERICAN ALIYAH MOVE- WOMEN'S LEAGUE FOR ISRAEL, INC. (1928). MENT (1968). 515 Park Ave., NYC 10022. 515 Park Ave., NYC 10022. (212)838- (212)752-0600. Pres. Tamar B. Harris; 1997. Pres. Muriel Lunden; Sr. V.-Pres. Exec. Dir. Robert Berl. Promotes and Linda Anopolsky; Exec. Dir. Bernice facilitates aliyah and klitah from the U.S. and Canada to Israel; serves as a social Backon. Promotes the welfare of young framework for North American immi- people in Israel; built and maintains homes grants to Israel. Aliyon; NAAM Newsletter; in Jerusalem, Haifa, Tel Aviv; Natanya Coming Home. Vocational Training and Rehabilitation Center; the Orah Workshop for the Blind , ZIONIST ARCHIVES AND LIBRARY and Handicapped, and the National Li- OF THE (1939). 515 Park Ave., NYC brary of Social Work. Also many facilities 10022. (212)753-2167. Dir. and Librarian and programs on the campuses of the He- Esther Togman. A depository for books, brew University. WLl Bulletin. pamphlets, newspapers, periodicals, ephemera, and archival material; a pri- WORLD CONFEDERATION OF UNITED ZION- mary center in the U.S. for research and ISTS (1946; reorg. 1958). 30 E. 60 St., NYC authentic information on Israel, Zionism, 10022. (212)371-1452. Copres.'s Bernice the Middle East, and Jewish life in the S. Tannenbaum, Kalman Sultanik, Melech Diaspora. Topiol. Promotes Zionist education, spon- sors nonparty youth movements in the ZIONIST ORGANIZATION OF AMERICA Diaspora, and strives for an Israel-oriented (1897). ZOA House, 4 E. 34 St., NYC creative Jewish survival in the Diaspora. 10016. (212)481-1500. Pres. Milton S. Zionist Information Views. Shapiro; Exec. V.-Pres. Paul Flacks. Seeks to safeguard the integrity and indepen- WORLD ZIONIST ORGANIZATION—AMERI- dence of Israel, assist in its economic devel- CAN SECTION (1971). 515 Park Ave., NYC opment, and foster the unity of the Jewish 10009. (212)752-0600. Chmn. Bernice S. people and the centrality of Israel in Jewish Tannenbaum; Exec. V.-Chmn. Zelig Chi- life in the spirit of General Zionism. In nitz. As the American section of the over- Israel, owns and maintains both the ZOA all Zionist body throughout the world, it House in Tel Aviv, a cultural center, and operates primarily in the field of aliyah the Kfar Silver Agricultural and Technical from the free countries, education in the High School in Ashkelon, with a full-time Diaspora, youth and Hechalutz, organiza- student enrollment of 700 students. Kfar tion and information, cultural institutions, Silver, under the supervision of the Israel publications; conducts a worldwide He- Ministry of Education, focuses on aca- brew cultural program including special demic studies, vocational training, and seminars and pedagogic manuals; disperses programs for foreign students. American information and assists in research projects Zionist Magazine; Zionist Information Ser- concerning Israel; promotes, publishes, vice Weekly News Bulletin (ZINS); Public and distributes books, periodicals, and Affairs Action Guidelines; Public Affairs pamphlets concerning developments in Is- Action Report for ZOA Leaders. NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 489

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS* JEWISH EDUCATORS ASSEMBLY, UNITED SYNAGOGUE OF AMERICA (Religious, AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF RABBIS Educational) (Religious, Educational) JEWISH MINISTERS CANTORS ASSOCIATION AMERICAN CONFERENCE OF CANTORS, OF AMERICA, INC. (Religious, Educa- UNION OF AMERICAN HEBREW CONGRE- tional) GATIONS (Religious, Educational) JEWISH TEACHERS ASSOCIATION—MORIM AMERICAN JEWISH CORRECTIONAL CHAP- (Religious, Educational) LAINS ASSOCIATION, INC. (Social Welfare) NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF HEBREW DAY SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS, TORAH AMERICAN JEWISH PRESS. ASSOCIATION UMESORAH (Religious, Educational) (Cultural) NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SYNAGOGUE AMERICAN JEWISH PUBLIC RELATIONS SO- ADMINISTRATORS, UNITED SYNAGOGUE CIETY (1957). 234 Fifth Ave., NYC 10001. OF AMERICA (Religious, Educational) (212)697-5895. Pres. Robert L. Kern; Treas. Hyman Brickman. Advances pro- NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF TEMPLE AD- fessional status of workers in the public- MINISTRATORS, UNION OF AMERICAN relations field in Jewish communal service; HEBREW CONGREGATIONS (Religious, upholds a professional code of ethics and Educational) standards; serves as a clearinghouse for NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF TEMPLE employment opportunities; exchanges pro- EDUCATORS, UNION OF AMERICAN HE- fessional information and ideas; presents BREW CONGREGATIONS (Religious, Edu- awards for excellence in professional at- cational) tainments, including the "Maggid Award" for outstanding literary or artistic achieve- NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF YESHIVA PRIN- ment which enhances Jewish life. AJPRS CIPALS, TORAH UMESORAH (Religious, Newsletter; AJPRS Directory. Educational) RABBINICAL ASSEMBLY (Religious, Educa- ASSOCIATION OF HILLEL/JEWISH CAMPUS PROFESSIONALS (Religious, Educational) tional) RABBINICAL COUNCIL OF AMERICA (Reli- ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH CENTER WORK- gious, Educational) ERS (Community Relations) RECONSTRUCTIONS RABBINICAL ASSOCI- ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH COMMUNITY OR- ATION, JEWISH RECONSTRUCTIONS GANIZATION PERSONNEL (Social Welfare) FOUNDATION (Religious, Educational) UNION OF ORTHODOX RABBIS OF THE U.S. ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH COMMUNITY RE- AND CANADA (Religious, Educational) LATIONS WORKERS (Community Rela- tions) WORLD CONFERENCE OF JEWISH COMMU- NAL SERVICE (Community Relations) CANTORS ASSEMBLY (Religious, Educa- tional) WOMEN'S ORGANIZATIONS* CENTRAL CONFERENCE OF AMERICAN AMIT WOMEN (Zionist and Pro-Israel) RABBIS (Religious, Educational) B'NAI B'RITH WOMEN (Social Welfare) CONFERENCE OF JEWISH COMMUNAL SER- BRANDEIS UNIVERSITY NATIONAL VICE (Social Welfare) WOMEN'S COMMITTEE (1948). 415 South St., PO Box 9110, Waltham, MA 02254- COUNCIL OF JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS IN 9110. (617)736-4160. Natl. Pres. Barbara CIVIL SERVICE (Community Relations) Miller; Exec. Dir. Harriet J. Winer. Re- JEWISH CHAPLAINS COUNCIL, JWB (Social sponsible for support and maintenance of Welfare) Brandeis University libraries; sponsors

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University on Wheels and, through its BNEI AKIVA OF NORTH AMERICA, RELI- chapters, study-group programs based on GIOUS ZIONISTS OF AMERICA (Zionist and faculty-prepared syllabi, volunteer work in Pro-Israel) educational services, and a program of New Books for Old sales; constitutes larg- BNOS AGUDATH ISRAEL, AGUDATH ISRAEL est "Friends of a Library" group in U.S. OF AMERICA, GIRLS' DIVISION (Religious, Imprint. Educational)

HADASSAH, THE WOMEN'S ZIONIST ORGA- DROR—YOUNG KIBBUTZ MOVEMENT— NIZATION OF AMERICA (Zionist and Pro- HABONIM (Zionist and Pro-Israel) Israel) HABONIM-DROR NORTH AMERICA (Zionist and Pro-Israel) NA'AMAT USA, THE WOMEN'S LABOR ZIONIST ORGANIZATION OF AMERICA HASHACHAR, HADASSAH (Zionist and Pro- (Zionist and Pro-Israel) Israel) NATIONAL COUNCIL OF JEWISH WOMEN HASHOMER HATZAIR, SOCIALIST ZIONIST (Social Welfare) YOUTH MOVEMENT (Zionist and Pro-Is- rael) NATIONAL FEDERATION OF TEMPLE SIS- TERHOODS, UNION OF AMERICAN HE- KADIMA, UNITED SYNAGOGUE OF AMER- BREW CONGREGATIONS (Religious, Edu- ICA (Religious, Educational) cational) NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF SYNAGOGUE UOTS (Social, Mutual Benefit) (See United YOUTH, UNION OF ORTHODOX JEWISH Order True Sisters) CONGREGATIONS OF AMERICA (Religious, Educational) WOMEN'S AMERICAN ORT, AMERICAN ORT FEDERATION (Overseas Aid) NOAM-MIZRACHI NEW LEADERSHIP COUNCIL, RELIGIOUS ZIONISTS OF AMER- WOMEN'S BRANCH OF THE UNION OF OR- ICA (Zionist and Pro-Israel) THODOX JEWISH CONGREGATIONS OF AMERICA (Religious, Educational) NORTH AMERICAN FEDERATION OF TEM- PLE YOUTH, UNION OF AMERICAN HE- WOMEN'S DIVISION OF POALE AGUDATH BREW CONGREGATIONS (Religious, Edu- ISRAEL OF AMERICA (Zionist and Pro-Is- cational) rael) NORTH AMERICAN JEWISH STUDENTS AP- WOMEN'S DIVISION OF THE UNITED JEWISH PEAL (1971). 165 Pidgeon Hill Rd., Hunt- APPEAL (Overseas Aid) ington Station, NY 11746. (516)385-8771. Pres. Cindy Rubin; Chmn. Gerald A. WOMEN'S LEAGUE FOR CONSERVATIVE JU- Flanzbaum; Exec. Dir. Brenda Gevertz. DAISM (Religious, Educational) Serves as central fund-raising mechanism WOMEN'S LEAGUE FOR ISRAEL, INC. (Zion- for five national, independent Jewish stu- ist and Pro-Israel) dent organizations; insures accountability of public Jewish communal funds used by WOMEN'S ORGANIZATION, YESHIVA UNI- these agencies; assists Jewish students un- VERSITY (Religious, Educational) dertaking projects of concern to Jewish YOUTH AND STUDENT communities; advises and assists Jewish or- ORGANIZATIONS* ganizations in determining student project feasibility and impact; fosters development AMERICAN ZIONIST YOUTH FOUNDATION of Jewish student leadership in the Jewish (Zionist and Pro-Israel) community. Beneficiaries include local and regional Jewish student projects; current B'NAI B'RITH HILLEL FOUNDATIONS (Reli- constituents include Student Struggle for gious, Educational) Soviet Jewry, Response, Yugntruf Youth B'NAI B'RITH YOUTH ORGANIZATION (Reli- for Yiddish, and the newest constituent, gious, Educational) Progressive Zionist Caucus.

*For fuller listing see under categories in parentheses. NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 491 NORTH AMERICAN JEWISH STUDENTS' rights throughout the world. Monitors the NETWORK (1969). 501 Madison Ave., condition of Jewish communities world- 17th fl., NYC 10022. (212)755-5770. Pres. wide and advocates on their behalf when Moshe Ronen; Natl. Chmn. Ayall they experience serious violations of their Schanzer; Exec. Dir. Alan Oirich. Coordi- human rights. Comment. nates information and programs among all Jewish student organizations in North , LEAGUE FOR HUMAN RIGHTS America; promotes development of stu- (1970). 15 Hove St., Downsview, Ont. dent-controlled Jewish student organiza- L453E7. (416)633-6227. Natl. Chmn. tions; maintains contacts and coordinates Harry Bick; Natl. Dir. Alan Shafman. programs with Jewish students throughout Dedicated to monitoring human rights, the world through the World Union of combating racism and racial discrimina- Jewish Students; runs the Jewish Student tion, and preventing bigotry and anti-Semi- Speakers Bureau; sponsors regional, na- tism, through education and community tional, and North American conferences. relations. Sponsors Holocaust Education Network Spectrum; Jewish Students of Programs, the R. Lou Ronson Research America. Institute on Anti-Semitism; distributor of Anti-Defamation League materials in Can- STUDENT STRUGGLE FOR SOVIET JEWRY ada. Review of Anti-Semitism. (Community Relations) CANADA-ISRAEL SECURITIES, LTD., STATE YUGNTRUF YOUTH FOR YIDDISH (1964). 3328 Bainbridge Ave., Bronx, NY 10467. OF ISRAEL BONDS (1953). 1255 University (212)654-8540. Chmn. Itzek Gottesman; St., #200, Montreal, PQ H3B 3B2. (514)- Editor Paul Glasser. A worldwide, non- 878-1871. Pres. Melvyn A. Dobrin; Exec. political organization for high school and V.-Pres. Julius Briskin. Sells Israel bonds college students with a knowledge of, or and notes. interest in, Yiddish. Spreads the love and CANADIAN ASSOCIATION FOR LABOR IS- use of the Yiddish language; organizes ar- RAEL (HISTADRUT) (1944). 7005 Kildare tistic and social activities, including annual Rd., Suite 14, Cote St. Luc, PQ H4W 1C1. conference for young adults; sponsors Yid- (514)484-9430. Pres. Harry J. F. Bloom- dish-speaking preschool for non-Orthodox field; Exec. Dir. Yaacov Erez. Conducts children; disseminates new Yiddish teach- fund-raising and educational activities on ing materials. Yugntruf. behalf of Histadrut, Kupat Holim, and ZEIREI AGUDATH ISRAEL, AGUDATH IS- Amal schools in Israel. RAEL OF AMERICA, YOUNG MEN'S DIVI- CANADIAN FOUNDATION FOR JEWISH CUL- SION (Religious, Educational) TURE (1965). 4600 Bathurst St., Willow- dale, ONT M2R 3V2. (416)635-2883. Pres. Mira Koschitzky; Exec. Sec. Ed- CANADA mond Y. Lipsitz. Promotes Jewish studies at university level and encourages original B'NAI BRITH CANADA (1875). 15 Hove St., research and scholarship in Jewish sub- Suite 200, Downsview, ONT M3H 4Y8. jects; awards annual scholarships and (416)633-6224. Pres. Dr. Brian Feldman; grants-in-aid to scholars in Canada. Exec. V.-Pres. Frank Dimant. Canadian Jewry's senior organization; makes repre- CANADIAN FRIENDS OF THE ALLIANCE IS- sentations to all levels of government on RAELITE UNIVERSELLE (1958). PO Box matters of Jewish concern; promotes hu- 578, Victoria Station, Montreal, PQ H3Z manitarian causes and educational pro- 2Y6. (514)481-3552. Pres. Joseph Nuss. grams, community volunteer projects, Supports the educational work of the Alli- adult Jewish education, and leadership de- ance. velopment; dedicated to human rights; CANADIAN FRIENDS OF THE HEBREW UNI- sponsors youth programs of B'nai Brith VERSITY (1944). 208-1 Yorkdale Rd., Youth Org. and Hillel. Covenant; Com- Toronto, ONT M6A 3A1. (416)789-2633. munique; Hillel Voice. Pres. Edward J. Winant; Exec. V.-Pres. , INSTITUTE FOR INTERNATIONAL Shimon Arbel. Represents and publicizes AND GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS (1987). the Hebrew University in Canada; serves Identifies and protests the abuse of human as fund-raising arm for the university in 492 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1989

Canada; processes Canadians for study at CANADIAN ZIONIST FEDERATION (1967). the university. Scopus; Ha-Universita. 5250 Decarie Blvd., Suite 550, Montreal PQ H3X 2H9. (514)486-9526. Pres. David CANADIAN JEWISH CONGRESS (1919; reorg. J. Azrieli; Exec. Dir. Rabbi Meyer Krentz- 1934). 1590 Dr. Penfield Ave., Montreal, man. Umbrella organization of all Zionist PQ H3G 1C5. (514)931-7531. Pres. Doro- and Israel-related groups in Canada; car- thy Reitman; Exec. V.-Pres. Alan Rose. The official voice of Canadian Jewish com- ries on major activities in all areas of Jew- munities at home and abroad; acts on all ish life through its departments of educa- matters affecting the status, rights, con- tion and culture, aliyah, youth and cerns and welfare of Canadian Jewry; in- students, public affairs, and fund raising ternationally active on behalf of Soviet for the purpose of strengthening the State Jewry, Jews in Arab lands, Holocaust re- of Israel and the Canadian Jewish commu- membrance and restitution; largest Jewish nity. Canadian Zionist. archives in Canada. National Small Com- munities Newsletter; Intercom; Ottawa Di- , BUREAU OF EDUCATION AND CUL- gest; National Soviet Jewry Newsletter; Na- TURE (1972). Pres. David J. Azrieli; Exec. tional Archives Newsletter; Community Dir. Rabbi Meyer Krentzman. Provides Relations Newsletter; regional newsletters. counseling by pedagogic experts, in-service teacher-training courses and seminars in CANADIAN ORT ORGANIZATION (Organi- Canada and Israel; national pedagogic zation of Rehabilitation Through Train- council and research center; distributes ing) (1942). 5165 Sherbrooke St. W., Suite educational material and teaching aids; 208, Montreal, PQ H4A 1T6. (514)481- conducts annual Bible contest and He- 2787. Pres. Dr. Victor C. Goldbloom; brew-language courses for adults. Al Exec. Dir. Mac Silver. Carries on fund- Mitzpe Hachinuch. raising projects in support of the world- wide vocational-training-school network FRIENDS OF PIONEERING ISRAEL (1950S). of ORT. ORT Reporter. 1111 Finch Ave. W., Suite 154, Downs- view, ONT M35 2E5 (416)736-0977. Pres. , WOMEN'S CANADIAN ORT (1948). Norman Auslander. Conducts educational 3101 Bathurst St., Suite 604, Toronto, activities supporting the kibbutz move- ONT M6A 2A6. (416)787-0339. Pres. ment in Israel; supports a progressive Is- Harriet Morton; Exec. Dir. Diane Uslaner. rael. Focus. HADASSAH—WIZO ORGANIZATION OF CANADIAN SEPHARDI FEDERATION (1973). CANADA (1917). 1310 Greene Ave., Suite c/o Or Haemet School, 210 Wilson Ave., 900, Montreal, PQ H3Z 2B8. (514)937- Toronto, ONT M5M 3B1. (416)483-8968. 9431. Natl. Pres. Naomi Frankenburg; Pres. Maurice Benzacar; Sec. Laeticia Exec. V.-Pres. Lily Frank. Extends mate- Benabou. Preserves and promotes Sephar- rial and moral support to the people of dic identity, particularly among youth; Israel requiring such assistance; strength- works for the unity of the Jewish people; ens and fosters Jewish ideals; encourages emphasizes relations between Sephardi Hebrew culture in Canada and promotes communities all over the world; seeks bet- Canadian ideals of democracy. Orah Mag- ter situation for Sephardim in Israel; sup- azine. ports Israel by all means. Participates in La Voix Sepharade, Le Monde Sepharade, and JEWISH IMMIGRANT AID SERVICES OF CAN- Sephardi World. ADA (JIAS) (1919). 5151 Cote Ste. Cather- ine Rd., Montreal, PQ H3W 1M6. (514)- CANADIAN YOUNG JUDAEA (1917). 788 342-9351. Pres. Sheldon Sper; Exec. Dir. Marlee Ave., Suite 205, Toronto, ONT Herb Abrams. Serves as a national agency M6B 3K1. (416)787-5350. Exec. Dir. for immigration and immigrant welfare. Alon Szpindel; Natl. Shaliach Avi Gur. JIAS Bulletin. Strives to attract Jewish youth to Zionism, with goal of aliyah; educates youth about JEWISH NATIONAL FUND OF CANADA Jewish history and Zionism; prepares them (KEREN KAYEMETH LE'ISRAEL, INC.) to provide leadership in Young Judaea (1901). 1980 Sherbrooke St. W., Suite 500, camps in Canada and Israel and to be con- Montreal, PQ H3H 1E8. (514)934-0313. cerned Jews. Judaean; The Young Juda- Pres. Neri J. Bloomfield; Exec. V.-Pres. Michael Goldstein. Fund-raising organiza- NATIONAL JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 493 tion affiliated with the World Zionist Orga- Mizrachi Newsletter; Or Hamizrach Torah nization; involved in afforestation, soil rec- Quarterly. lamation, and development of the land of Israel, including the construction of roads NATIONAL COUNCIL OF JEWISH WOMEN OF and preparation of sites for new settle- CANADA (1897). 1110 Finch Ave. W., ments; provides educational materials and #518, Downsview, ONT M3J 2T2. (416)- programs to Jewish schools across Canada. 665-8251. Pres. Penny Yellen; Exec. Dir. Eleanor Appleby. Dedicated to furthering human welfare in Jewish and non-Jewish LABOR ZIONIST MOVEMENT OF CANADA communities, locally, nationally, and inter- (1939).70O5 Kildare Rd., Suite 10, Cote St. nationally; provides essential services, and Luc, PQ H3W 1C1. (514)484-1789. stimulates and educates the individual and Chmn. Natl. Coord. Com. Harry Simon; the community through an integrated pro- Admin. V.-Pres. Abraham Shurem. Dis- gram of education, service, and social ac- seminates information and publications on tion. New Edition. Israel and Jewish life; arranges special NATIONAL JOINT COMMUNITY RELATIONS events, lectures, and seminars; coordinates COMMITTEE OF CANADIAN JEWISH CON- communal and political activities of its GRESS (1936). 4600 Bathurst St., Willow- constituent bodies (Na'amat of Canada, dale, ONT M2R 3V2 (416)635-2883. Labor Zionist Alliance, Poale Zion party, Chmn. Joseph J. Wilder; Exec. Dir. Man- Habonim-Dror Youth, Israel Histadrut, uel Prutschi. Seeks to safeguard the status, affiliated Jewish elementary and high rights, and welfare of Jews in Canada; to schools in Montreal and Toronto). Bulle- combat anti-Semitism and promote under- tin; Brief Facts; Newsletter. standing and goodwill among all ethnic and religious groups. Community Rela- MIZRACHI-HAPOEL HAMIZRACHI ORGANI- tions Report. ZATION OF CANADA (1941). 159 Almore Ave., Downsview, ONT M3H 2H9. (416)- ZIONIST ORGANIZATION OF CANADA (1892; 630-7575. Pres. Kurt Rothschild; Exec. reorg. 1919). 788 Marlee Ave., Toronto, Dir. Rabbi Menachem Gopin. Promotes ONT M6B 3K.1. (416)781-3571. Pres. religious Zionism, aimed at making Israel Max Goody; Exec. V.-Pres. George Liban. a state based on Torah; maintains Bnei Furthers general Zionist aims by operating Akiva, a summer camp, adult education six youth camps in Canada and one in Is- program, and touring department; sup- rael; maintains Zionist book club; arranges ports Mizrachi-Hapoel Hamizrachi and programs, lectures; sponsors Young Ju- other religious Zionist institutions in Israel daea, Youth Centre Project in Jerusalem which strengthen traditional Judaism. Forest, Israel. Jewish Federations, Welfare Funds, Community Councils

UNITED STATES

ALABAMA ARKANSAS BIRMINGHAM LITTLE ROCK BIRMINGHAM JEWISH FEDERATION (1936; JEWISH FEDERATION OF ARKANSAS (1911); reorg. 1971); PO Box 130219 (35213); (205)- 4942 West Markham, Suite 5 (72205); (501)- 879-0416. Pres. Suzanne Bearman; Exec. 663-3571. Pres. Jane B. Mendel; Exec. Dir. Dir. Richard Friedman. Errol Imber. MOBILE CALIFORNIA MOBILE JEWISH WELFARE FUND, INC. (inc. FRESNO 1966); One Office Park, Suite 219 (36609); (205)343-7197. Pres. Irving Silver; Admin. JEWISH FEDERATION OF FRESNO (org. 1911; Barbara V. Paper. inc. 1978); 5094 N. West Ave. (93711); (209)- 432-2162. Pres. Lee Horwitz; Exec. Dir. MONTGOMERY Carol Reba. JEWISH FEDERATION OF MONTGOMERY, LONG BEACH INC. (1930); PO Box 20058 (36120); (205)- 277-5820. Pres. Jeff Kohn; Admin. Beverly JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER LONG Lipton. BEACH AND WEST ORANGE COUNTY (1937; inc. 1946); (sponsors UNITED JEWISH WEL- ARIZONA FARE FUND); 3801 E. Willow St. (90815); (213)426-7601. Pres. Gordon Lentzner; PHOENIX Exec. Dir. Sandi Goldstein. JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER PHOE- NIX (incl. surrounding communities) (1940); LOS ANGELES 32 West Coolidge, Suite 200 (85013); (602)- JEWISH FEDERATION COUNCIL OF 274-1800. Pres. Irv Sattler; Exec. Dir. Har- GREATER LOS ANGELES (1912; reorg. 1959); old Morgan. (sponsors UNITED JEWISH FUND); 6505 Wil- shire Blvd. (90048); (213)852-1234. Pres. TUCSON George Caplan; Exec. V. Pres. Wayne Fein- JEWISH FEDERATION OF SOUTHERN ARI- stein. ZONA (1942); 635 N. Craycroft (85711); (602)327-7957. Pres. Carol Karsch; Exec. V. OAKLAND Pres. Charles Plotkin. JEWISH FEDERATION OF THE GREATER EAST BAY (Alameda and Contra Costa coun-

This directory is based on information supplied by the Council of Jewish Federations. 494 JEWISH FEDERATIONS, FUNDS, COUNCILS / 495 ties) (1918); 401 Grand Ave. (94610); (415)- CONNECTICUT 839-2900. Pres. Amy R. Sternberg; Exec. V. Pres. Ami Nahshon. BRIDGEPORT JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER BRIDGE- ORANGE COUNTY PORT, INC. (1936; reorg. 1981); (sponsors JEWISH FEDERATION OF ORANGE COUNTY UNITED JEWISH CAMPAIGN); 4200 Park (1964; inc. 1965); (sponsors UNITED JEWISH Ave. (06604); (203)372-6504. Pres. Irving WELFARE FUND); 1385 Warner Ave., Suite. Kern; Exec. Dir. Gerald A. Kleinman. A, Tustin (92680-6442); (714)259-0655. Pres. Jeff Schulein; Exec. Dir. Merv Lemmer- DANBURY man. JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER DAN- PALM SPRINGS BURY (1945); 54 Main St., Suite E (06810); (203)792-6353. Pres. S. Benedict Levin; JEWISH FEDERATION OF PALM SPRINGS- Exec. Dir. Sharon Garelick. DESERT AREA (1971); 611 S. Palm Canyon Dr., Suite 215 (92264); (619)325-7281. Pres. EASTERN CONNECTICUT Sondra Landau; Exec. Dir. Nat Bent. JEWISH FEDERATION OF EASTERN CON- SACRAMENTO NECTICUT, INC. (1950; inc. 1970); 28 Chan- ning St., New London (06320); (203)442- JEWISH FEDERATION OF SACRAMENTO 8062. Pres. Reuben Levin; Exec. Dir. Jerome (1948); PO Box 254589 (95865); (916)486- E. Fischer. 0906. Pres. Barbara Ansel; Exec. Dir. Arnold Feder. GREENWICH SAN DIEGO GREENWICH JEWISH FEDERATION (1956); 22 W. Putnam Ave., Suite 18 (06830); (203)- UNITED JEWISH FEDERATION OF SAN DIEGO COUNTY (1936); 4797 Mercury St. 622-1434. Pres. Nancy Zisson; Exec. Dir. (92111); (619)571-3444. Pres. Shearn Platt; Rabbi Melvin Libman. Exec. V. Pres. Stephen M. Abramson. HARTFORD SAN FRANCISCO GREATER HARTFORD JEWISH FEDERATION JEWISH COMMUNITY FEDERATION OF SAN (1945); 333 Bloomfield Ave., W. Hartford FRANCISCO, THE PENINSULA, MARIN, AND (06117); (203)232^483. Pres. Richard Suis- SONOMA COUNTIES (1910; reorg. 1955); man; Exec. Dir. Don Cooper. 121 Steuart St. (94105); (415)777-0411. NEW HAVEN Pres. Annette Dobbs; Exec. Dir. Rabbi Brian Lurie. NEW HAVEN JEWISH FEDERATION (1928); 419 Whalley Ave. (06511); (203)562-2137. SAN JOSE Pres. Mary Lou Winnick; Exec. Dir. Susan JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER SAN Shimelman. JOSE (incl. Santa Clara County except Palo NOR WALK (See Westport) Alto and Los Altos) (1930; reorg. 1950); 14855 Oka Rd., Los Gatos (95030); (408)- STAMFORD 358-3033. Pres. Eli Reinhard; Exec. Dir. Mi- UNITED JEWISH FEDERATION (inc. 1973); chael Papo. 1035 Newfield Ave., PO Box 3038 (06905); SANTA BARBARA (203)322-6935. Pres. Ben Zinbarg; Exec. Dir. Debra Stein. SANTA BARBARA JEWISH FEDERATION (org. 1974); PO Box 90110, Santa Barbara WATERBURY (93190); (805)966-7860. Pres. Steven A. JEWISH FEDERATION OF WATERBURY, INC. Amerikaner; Exec. Dir. Ina F. Frank. (1938); 359 Cooke St. (06710); (203)756- COLORADO 7234. Pres. Gary Broder; Exec. Dir. Eli J. Skora. DENVER ALLIED JEWISH FEDERATION OF DENVER WESTPORT, WESTON, WILTON, NOR- (1936); (sponsors ALLIED JEWISH CAM- WALK PAIGN); 300 S. Dahlia St. (80222); (303)321- UNITED JEWISH APPEAL/FEDERATION OF 3399. Pres. Joseph F. Pells; Exec. Dir. Shel- WESTPORT-WESTON-WILTON-NORWALK don Steinhauser. (inc. 1980); 49 Richmondville Ave. (06880); 496 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1989

(203)266-8197. Pres. Michael Stashower; PALM BEACH COUNTY Exec. Dir. Robert Kessler. JEWISH FEDERATION OF PALM BEACH COUNTY, INC. (1938); 501 S. Flagler Dr., DELAWARE Suite 305, W. Palm Beach (33401); (305)832- WILMINGTON 2120. Pres. Alec Engelstein; Exec. Dir. Jef- JEWISH FEDERATION OF DELAWARE, INC. frey L. Klein. (1934); 101 Garden of Eden Rd. (19803); PINELLAS COUNTY (302)478-6200. Pres. Stephen E. Herrmann; Exec. V. Pres. Robert N. Kerbel. JEWISH FEDERATION OF PINELLAS COUNTY, INC. (incl. Clearwater and St. Pe- DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA tersburg) (1950; reincorp. 1974); 301 S. Jupi- ter Ave., Clearwater (34615); (813) 446- WASHINGTON 1033. Pres. Sylvan Orloff; Exec. Dir. Robert UNITED JEWISH APPEAL-FEDERATION OF F. Tropp. GREATER WASHINGTON, INC. (1935); 6101 Montrose Rd., Rockville, MD 20852. (301)- SARASOTA 230-7200. Pres. Joseph B. Gildenhorn; Exec. SARASOTA-MANATEE JEWISH FEDERATION V. Pres. Ted B. Farber. (1959); 580 S. Mclntosh Rd. (34232); (813)- 371-^*546. Pres. Max Bussel; Exec. Dir. Jack FLORIDA Weintraub. DAYTONA BEACH SOUTH BROWARD JEWISH FEDERATION OF VOLUSIA & FLA- JEWISH FEDERATION OF SOUTH BROWARD, GLER COUNTIES, INC.; 533 Seabreeze Blvd., INC. (1943); 2719 Hollywood Blvd., Holly- Suite 300 (32018-3996); (904)255-6260. wood (33020); (305)921-8810. Pres. Ron Pres. Dr. Michael D. Kohen; Exec. Dir. Iris Rothchild; Exec. Dir. Sumner G. Kaye. E. Gardener. SOUTH COUNTY FT. LAUDERDALE SOUTH PALM BEACH COUNTY JEWISH FED- JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER FT. ERATION (inc. 1979); 336 NW Spanish River LAUDERDALE (1968); 8358 W. Oakland Pk. Blvd., Boca Raton (33431); (407) 368-2737. Blvd. (33351); (305)748-8400. Pres. Harold Pres. Marvin Zale; Exec. Dir. Rabbi Bruce S. L. Oshry; Exec. Dir. Kenneth B. Bierman. Warshal. JACKSONVILLE TAMPA JACKSONVILLE JEWISH FEDERATION, INC. TAMPA JEWISH FEDERATION (1941); 2808 (1935); 8505 San Jose Blvd. (32217); (904)- Horatio (33609); (813)875-1618. Pres. Wal- 448-5000. Pres. Elliot Zisser; Exec. V. Pres. ter H. Kessler; Exec. V. Pres. Gary S. Alter. Isaac Lakritz. GEORGIA LEE COUNTY JEWISH FEDERATION OF LEE COUNTY ATLANTA (1974); 3628 Evans Ave., Ft. Myers (33901); ATLANTA JEWISH FEDERATION, INC. (1905; (813)275-3554. Pres. Dr. Ingeborg Mauksch; reorg. 1967); 1753 Peachtree Rd. NE Exec. Dir. Helene Kramer. (30309); (404)873-1661. Pres. William E. Schatten; Exec. Dir. David I. Sarnat. MIAMI GREATER MIAMI JEWISH FEDERATION, AUGUSTA INC. (1938); 4200 Biscayne Blvd. (33137); AUGUSTA JEWISH FEDERATION (1937); PO (305)576-4000. Pres. Donald E. Lefton; Box 3251, Sibley Rd. (30904); (404)736- Exec. V. Pres. Myron J. Brodie. 1818. Pres. David Alalof; Exec. Dir. Louis Goldman. ORLANDO JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER OR- COLUMBUS LANDO (1949); 851 N. Maitland Ave., PO JEWISH WELFARE FEDERATION OF COLUM- Box 1508, Maitland (32751); (305)645-5933. BUS, INC. (1941); PO Box 6313 (31907); Pres. Betty Monroe; Exec. Dir. Jordan Har- (404)568-6668. Pres. Warren Pomerance; burger. Sec. Irene Rainbow. JEWISH FEDERATIONS, FUNDS, COUNCILS / 497

SAVANNAH ROCKFORD SAVANNAH JEWISH FEDERATION (1943); ROCKFORD JEWISH COMMUNITY COUNCIL (sponsors UJA-FEDERATION CAMPAIGN); (1937); 1500 Parkview Ave. (61107); (815)- PO Box 23527 (31403); (912)355-8111. Pres. 399-5497. Pres. Jay Kamin; Exec. Dir. Tony Sheldon Tanenbaum; Exec. Dir. Stan Toback. Ramati. SOUTHERN ILLINOIS HAWAII JEWISH FEDERATION SERVING SOUTHERN HONOLULU ILLINOIS, SOUTHEASTERN MISSOURI AND WESTERN KENTUCKY (1941); 6464 W. JEWISH FEDERATION OF HAWAII (1956); 677 AlaMoana, Suite 803 (96813); (808)531- Main, Suite 7A, Belleville (62223); (618)398- 4634. Pres. Richard I. Kersten. 6100. Pres. Carol Korein; Exec. Dir. Rabbi Zalman Stein. ILLINOIS SPRINGFIELD CHAMPAIGN-URBANA SPRINGFIELD JEWISH FEDERATION (1941); CHAMPAIGN-URBANA JEWISH FEDERA- 730 E. Vine St. (62703); (217)528-3446. Pres. TION (1929); 503 E. John St., Champaign Howard Feldman; Exec. Dir. Lenore Loeb. (61820); (217)367-9872. Pres. Helen Levin; Exec. Dir. Janie Yairi. INDIANA CHICAGO EVANSVILLE JEWISH FEDERATION OF METROPOLITAN EVANSVILLE JEWISH COMMUNITY COUN- CHICAGO (1900); One S. Franklin St. CIL, INC. (1936; inc. 1964); PO Box 5026 (60606); (312)346-6700. Pres. Maynard I. (47715); (812)477-7050. Pres. Jon Goldman; Wishner; Exec. V. Pres. Steven B. Nasatir. Exec. Sec. Maxine P. Fink. JEWISH UNITED FUND OF METROPOLITAN FORT WAYNE CHICAGO (1968); One S. Franklin St. (60606); (312)346-6700. Pres. Richard L. FORT WAYNE JEWISH FEDERATION (1921); 227 E. Washington Blvd. (46802); (219)422- Wexler; Exec. V. Pres. Steven B. Nasatir. 8566. Pres. Lawrence Adelman; Exec. Dir. DECATUR Vivian Lansky. DECATUR JEWISH FEDERATION (member, INDIANAPOLIS Central Illinois Jewish Federation) (1942); c/o Temple B'nai Abraham, 1326 W. Eldo- JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER IN- rado (62522); (217)429-5740. Pres. Cheri DIANAPOLIS, INC., INC. (1905); 615 N. Ala- Kalvort; Treas. Marvin Tick. bama St., Suite 412 (46204-1430); (317)637- 2473. Pres. Jerry Litwack; Exec. V. Pres. ELGIN Harry Nadler. ELGIN AREA JEWISH WELFARE CHEST LAFAYETTE (1938); 330 Division St. (60120); (312)741- 5656. Pres. Charles Zimmerman; Treas. FEDERATION JEWISH CHARITIES (1924); Stuart Handing. PO Box 708 (47902); (317)742-9081. Pres. Arnold Cohen; Finan. Sec. Louis Pearlman, PEORIA Jr. JEWISH FEDERATION OF PEORIA (1933; inc. MICHIGAN CITY 1947); 3100 N. Knoxville, Suite 19 (61603); (309)686-0611. Pres. Dr. Thomas Halperin; MICHIGAN CITY UNITED JEWISH WELFARE Exec. Dir. Barry Nove. FUND; 2800 S. Franklin St. (46360); (219)- 874-4477. Chmn. & Treas. Harold Lein- QUAD CITIES wand. JEWISH FEDERATION OF THE QUAD CIT- IES (incl. Rock Island, Moline, Davenport, NORTHWEST INDIANA Bettendorf) (1938; comb. 1973); 224 18 St., THE JEWISH FEDERATION, INC. (1946); Suite 303, Rock Island (61201); (309)793- 2939 Jewett St., Highland (46322); (219)972- 1300. Pres. Martin Rich; Exec. Dir. Ida 2251. Pres. Alan Hurst; Exec. Dir. Martin Kramer. Erann. 498 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1989

SOUTH BEND NEW ORLEANS JEWISH FEDERATION OF ST. JOSEPH VAL- JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER NEW LEY (1946); 105 Jefferson Centre, Suite 804 ORLEANS (1913; reorg. 1977); 1539 Jackson (46601); (219)233-1164. Pres. Dr. Martin I. Ave. (70130); (504)525-0673. Pres. Dr. Mar- Jacobs; Exec. V. Pres. Kim Marsh. shall Gottsegen; Exec. Dir. Jane Buchsbaum. IOWA SHREVEPORT DES MOINES SHREVEPORT JEWISH FEDERATION (1941- inc. 1967); 2032 Line Ave. (71104); (318)- JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER DES 221-4129. Pres. Neal Nierman; Exec. Dir. MOINES (1914); 910 Polk Blvd. (50312); Monty Pomm. (515)277-6321. Pres. Martin Brody; Exec. Dir. Elaine Steinger. MAINE SIOUX CITY LEWISTON-AUBURN JEWISH FEDERATION (1921); 525 14 St. LEWISTON-AUBURN JEWISH FEDERATION (51105); (712)258-0618. Pres. Sandra Baron; (1947); (sponsors UNITED JEWISH APPEAL); Exec. Dir. Doris Rosenthal. 74 Bradman St., Auburn (04210); (207)786- 4201. Pres. Joel Goodman. KANSAS PORTLAND KANSAS CITY JEWISH FEDERATION COMMUNITY COUN- (See Missouri) CIL OF SOUTHERN MAINE (1942); (sponsors WICHITA UNITED JEWISH APPEAL); 57 Ashmont St. (04103); (207)773-7254. Pres. Larry Plotkin. MID-KANSAS JEWISH FEDERATION, INC. (1935); 400 N. Woodlawn, Suite 8 (67208); MARYLAND (316)686-4741. Pres. Dr. Hilary Zarnow; Exec. Dir. Beverly Jacobson. BALTIMORE ASSOCIATED JEWISH CHARITIES & WEL- KENTUCKY FARE FUND, INC. (1920; reorg. 1969); 101 W. LEXINGTON Mt. Royal Ave. (21201); (301) 727-4828. Chmn. Samuel K. Himmelrich, Sr.; Pres. CENTRAL KENTUCKY JEWISH FEDERATION Darrell D. Friedman. (1976); 333 Waller, Suite 5 (40504); (606)- 252-7622. Pres. Gail Cohen; Admin. Linda MASSACHUSETTS Ravvin. BERKSHIRE COUNTY LOUISVILLE JEWISH FEDERATION OF THE BERKSHIRES JEWISH COMMUNITY FEDERATION OF (1940); 235East St., Pittsfield (01201); (413)- LOUISVILLE, INC. (1934); (sponsors UNITED 442-4360. Pres. Alexandra Warshaw; Exec. JEWISH CAMPAIGN); 3630 Dutchmans Lane Dir. Rhoda Kaminstein. (40205); (502)451-8840. Pres. Ronald W. Abrams; Exec. Dir. Dr. Alan S. Engel. BOSTON COMBINED JEWISH PHILANTHROPIES OF LOUISIANA GREATER BOSTON, INC. (1895; inc. 1961); One Lincoln Plaza (02111); (617)330-9500. ALEXANDRIA Pres. Joel B. Sherman; Exec. V. Pres. Barry THE JEWISH WELFARE FEDERATION AND Shrage. COMMUNITY COUNCIL OF CENTRAL LOUI- SIANA (1938); 1227 Southhampton (71303); FRAMINGHAM (318)445^1785. Pres. Alvin Mykoff; Sec- GREATER FRAMINGHAM JEWISH FEDERA- Treas. Roeve Weill. TION (1968; inc. 1969); 76 Salem End Rd., Framingham Centre (01701); (508) 879- BATON ROUGE 3301. Pres. Carl Chudnofsky; Exec. Dir. JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER BATON Lawrence Lowenthal. ROUGE (1971); 11744 Haymarket Ave., Suite B; PO Box 80827 (70898); (504) 291-5895. LEOMINSTER Pres. Dr. Steven Cavalier; Exec. Dir. Yigal LEOMINSTER JEWISH COMMUNITY COUN- Bander. CIL, INC. (1939); 165 Grove Ave. (01453); JEWISH FEDERATIONS, FUNDS, COUNCILS / 499 (617)534-6121. Pres. Milton Kline; Sec- GRAND RAPIDS Treas. Howard J. Rome. JEWISH COMMUNITY FUND OF GRAND MERRIMACK VALLEY RAPIDS (1930); 2609 Berwyck SE (49506); MERRIMACK VALLEY UNITED JEWISH (616)956-9365. Pres. Joseph N. Schwartz; COMMUNITIES (Serves Lowell, Lawrence, Admin. Dir. Judy Joseph. Andover, Haverhill, and Newburyport) MINNESOTA (1988); 805 Turnpike St., N. Andover (01845); (508)688-0466. Pres. Larry Ansin; DULUTH-SUPERIOR Exec. Dir. Leonard Gravitz. JEWISH FEDERATION & COMMUNITY COUN- CIL (1937); 1602 E. 2 St., Duluth (55812); NEW BEDFORD (218)724-8857. Pres. Aaron Glazman; Sec. JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER NEW Admin. Gloria Vitullo. BEDFORD, INC. (1938; inc. 1954); 467 Haw- thorn St., N. Dartmouth (02747); (508)997- MINNEAPOLIS 7471. Pres. Barry Russell; Exec. Dir. Jerry MINNEAPOLIS FEDERATION FOR JEWISH Neimand. SERVICE (1929; inc. 1930); 7600 Wayzata NORTH SHORE Blvd. (55426); (612)593-2600. Pres. Herbert Goldenberg; Exec. Dir. Max L. Kleinman. JEWISH FEDERATION OF THE NORTH SHORE, INC. (1938); 4 Community Rd., ST. PAUL Marblehead (01945); (617)598-1810. Pres. UNITED JEWISH FUND AND COUNCIL Dr. Bertil F. Wolf; Exec. Dir. Bruce Yude- (1935); 790 S. Cleveland, Suite 201 (55116); witz. (612)690-1707. Pres. Rhoda Mains; Exec. SPRINGFIELD Dir. Sam Asher. JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER SPRING- MISSISSIPPI FIELD, INC. (1925); (sponsors SJF/UJA CAMPAIGN); 1160 Dickinson St. (01108); JACKSON (413)737-4313. Pres. Betsy Gaberman; Exec. JACKSON JEWISH WELFARE FUND, INC. Dir. Joel Weiss. (1945); 5315 Old Canton Rd. (39211^625); (601)956-6215. Pres. Ruth Friedman; V. WORCESTER Pres. Erik Hearon. WORCESTER JEWISH FEDERATION, INC. (1947; inc. 1957); (sponsors JEWISH WEL- MISSOURI FARE FUND); 633 Salisbury St. (01609); KANSAS CITY (508)756-1543. Pres. Gilbert Slovin; Exec. Dir. Joseph Huber. JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER KANSAS CITY (1933); 5801 W. 115th St., Overland MICHIGAN Park, Kansas (66211-1824); (913)469-1340. Pres. Ann R. Jacobson; Exec. Dir. A. Robert ANN ARBOR Gast. JEWISH COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION/ UNITED JEWISH APPEAL; 2939 Birch Hol- ST. JOSEPH low Dr. (48108). (313)971-7183. Pres. Dr. UNITED JEWISH FUND OF ST. JOSEPH David Schteingart; Exec. Dir. Rabbi Earl A. (1915); 509 Woodcrest Dr. (64506); (816)- Jordan. 279-7154. Pres. Dorathea Polsky; Exec. Sec. Martha Rothstein. DETROIT JEWISH WELFARE FEDERATION OF DE- ST. LOUIS TROIT (1899); Fred M. Butzel Memorial JEWISH FEDERATION OF ST. LOUIS (incl. St. Bldg., 163 Madison (48226); (313)965-3939. Louis County) (1901); 12 Millstone Campus Pres. Dr. Conrad L. Giles; Exec. V. Pres. Dr. (63146); (314)432-0020. Pres. Thomas Martin Kraar. R. Green; Exec. V. Pres. William Kahn. FLINT NEBRASKA FLINT JEWISH FEDERATION (1936); 619 Wallenberg St. (48502); (313)767-5922; LINCOLN Pres. Gary Hurand; Exec. Dir. David LINCOLN JEWISH WELFARE FEDERATION, Nussbaum. INC. (1931; inc. 1961); PO Box 80014 500 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1989 (68501); (402)423-5695. Pres. Charles H. ENGLEWOOD Coren; Exec. Dir. Robert Pitlor. (Merged with Bergen County) OMAHA JERSEY CITY JEWISH FEDERATION OF OMAHA (1903); UNITED JEWISH APPEAL (1939); 71 Bentley 333 S. 132 St. (68154-2198); (402)334-8200. Ave. (07304); (201)332-6644. Gen. Chmn. Pres. Saranne Gitnick; Exec. Dir. Howard Mel Blum; Exec. Sec. Madeline Mazer. Bloom. MERCER COUNTY NEVADA JEWISH FEDERATION OF MERCER AND LAS VEGAS BUCKS COUNTIES NJ/PA (formerly Dela- JEWISH FEDERATION OF LAS VEGAS (1973); ware Valley); (1929; reorg. 1982); 999 Lower 1030 E. Twain Ave. (89109); (702)732-0556. Ferry Rd., Trenton (08628); (609)883-5000. Pres. Arnold Rosencrantz; Exec. Dir. Nor- Pres. Jon Parker; Exec. Dir. Haim Morag. man Kaufman. (Also see listing under Pennsylvania.) NEW HAMPSHIRE METROWEST UNITED JEWISH FEDERATION OF ME- MANCHESTER TROWEST (1923); (sponsors UNITED JEWISH JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER MAN- APPEAL); 60 Glenwood Ave., E. Orange CHESTER (1974); 698 Beech St. (03104); (07017); (201)673-6800; (212)943-0570. (603)627-7679. Pres. Gary Wallin; Exec. Pres. Sam Oolie; Exec. V. Pres. Howard E. Dir. Earnest Siegel. Charish. NEW JERSEY MIDDLESEX COUNTY ATLANTIC COUNTY JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER MID- FEDERATION OF JEWISH AGENCIES OF AT- DLESEX COUNTY (formerly Northern Mid- LANTIC COUNTY (1924); 5321 Atlantic Ave., dlesex County and Raritan Valley) (org. Ventnor City (08406); (609)822-7122. Pres. 1948; reorg. 1985); 100 Metroplex Dr., Suite James Cooper; Exec. Dir. Bernard Cohen. 101, Edison (08817); (201)985-1234. Pres. Larry Zicklin; Exec. V.-Pres. Michael BERGEN COUNTY Shapiro. UNITED JEWISH COMMUNITY OF BERGEN COUNTY (inc. 1978); 111 Kinderkamack Rd., MONMOUTH COUNTY PO Box 4176, N. Hackensack Station, River JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER MON- Edge (07661); (201)488-6800. Pres. Paula MOUTH COUNTY (formerly Shore Area) Cantor; Exec. V. Pres. Dr. James Young. (1971); 100 Grant Ave., PO Box 210, Deal (07723-0210); (201)531-6200-1. Pres. CENTRAL NEW JERSEY Sharon Portman; Exec. Dir. Marvin Relkin. JEWISH FEDERATION OF CENTRAL NEW JERSEY (1940; merged 1973); (sponsors MORRIS-SUSSEX COUNTY UNITED JEWISH CAMPAIGN); Green Lane, (Merged with MetroWest) Union (07083); (201)351-5060. Pres. Jim Shrager; Exec. V. Pres. Burton Lazarow. NORTH JERSEY JEWISH FEDERATION OF NORTH JERSEY CLIFTON-PASSAIC (formerly Jewish Community Council) JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER CLIF- (1933); (sponsors UNITED JEWISH APPEAL TON-PASSAIC (1933); (sponsors UNITED DRIVE); One Pike Dr., Wayne (07470); JEWISH CAMPAIGN); 199 Scoles Ave., Clif- (201)595-0555. Pres. Joanne Sprechman; ton (07012). (201)777-7031. Pres. Jon Gurk- Exec. Dir. Barry Rosenberg. off; Exec. Dir. Yosef Muskin. NORTHERN MIDDLESEX COUNTY CUMBERLAND COUNTY (See Middlesex County) JEWISH FEDERATION OF CUMBERLAND COUNTY (inc. 1971); (incorp. JEWISH COM- OCEAN COUNTY MUNITY COUNCIL and ALLIED JEWISH AP- OCEAN COUNTY JEWISH FEDERATION PEAL); 629 Wood St., Suite 204, Vineland (1977); 301 Madison Ave., Lakewood (08360); (609)696^445. Pres. Gerald Batt; (08701); (201)363-0530. Pres. Robert Singer; Exec. Dir. Daniel Lepow. Exec. Dir. Michael Ruvel. JEWISH FEDERATIONS, FUNDS, COUNCILS / 501

RARITAN VALLEY NY; Westchester, Nassau, and Suffolk Coun- (See Middlesex County) ties) (Fed. org. 1917; UJA 1939; merged 1986); 130 E. 59 St. (10022); (212)980-1000. SOMERSET COUNTY Pres. Peggy Tishman; Bd. Chmn. Joseph JEWISH FEDERATION OF SOMERSET, HUNT- Gurwin; Exec. V. Pres.'s Ernest W. Michel, ERDON, & WARREN COUNTIES (1960); 120 Stephen D. Solender. Finderne Ave., Bridgewater (08807); (201)- 725-6994. Pres. Ted Gast. NIAGARA FALLS JEWISH FEDERATION OF NIAGARA FALLS, SOUTHERN NEW JERSEY NY, INC. (1935); Temple Beth Israel, Rm. JEWISH FEDERATION OF SOUTHERN NEW #5, College & Madison Ave. (14305); (716)- JERSEY (incl. Camden, Burlington, and 284-4575. Pres. Howard Kushner; Exec. Dir. Gloucester Counties) (1922); (sponsors AL- Linda Boxer. LIED JEWISH APPEAL); 2393 W. Marlton Pike, Cherry Hill (08002); (609)665-6100. NORTHEASTERN NEW YORK Pres. Robert Paul; Exec. V. Pres. Stuart Alp- UNITED JEWISH FEDERATION OF NORTH- EASTERN NEW YORK (formerly Albany and erin. Schenectady) (1986); Latham Circle Mall, NEW MEXICO 800 New Loudon Rd., Latham (12110); (518)783-7800. Pres. Ernest Kahn; Exec. ALBUQUERQUE Dir. Norman J. Schimelman. JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER AL- BUQUERQUE (1938); 12800 Lomas NE, Suite ORANGE COUNTY F (87112); (505)292-1061. Pres. Shirlee R. JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER ORANGE Londer; Exec. Dir. Elisa M. Simon. COUNTY (1977); 360 Powell Ave., Newburgh (12550); (914)562-7860. Pres. Harold Le- NEW YORK vine; Exec. Dir. Nancy Goldman. ALBANY POUGHKEEPSIE (Merged with Schenectady; see Northeastern DUTCHESS COUNTY JEWISH WELFARE New York) FUND; 110S. Grand Ave. (12603). (914)471- BROOME COUNTY 4594. Pres. Roslyn Tinkelman; Exec. Dir. Ira Minot. JEWISH FEDERATION OF BROOME COUNTY (1937; inc. 1958); 500 Clubhouse Rd., Bing- ROCHESTER hamton (13903); (607)724-2332. Pres. How- JEWISH COMMUNITY FEDERATION OF ard Rittberg; Act. Exec. Dir. Victoria Rouff. ROCHESTER, NY, INC. (1939); 441 East Ave. (14607); (716)461-0490. Pres. Paul Gold- BUFFALO berg; Exec. Dir. Avrom Fox. JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER BUF- FALO, INC. (1903); (sponsors UNITED JEW- ROCKLAND COUNTY ISH FUND CAMPAIGN); 787 Delaware Ave. UNITED JEWISH COMMUNITY OF ROCK- (14209); (716)886-7750. Pres. Stuart G. Ler- LAND COUNTY (1985); 240 W. Nyack Rd., man; Exec. Dir. Harry Kosansky. W. Nyack (10994-1700). (914)627-3700. Pres. Barbara Grau; Exec. Dir. Michael A. ELMIRA Bierman. ELMIRA JEWISH WELFARE FUND, INC. (1942); Grandview Rd. Ext., PO Box 3087 SCHENECTADY (14905); (607)734-8122. Pres. Arnold Rosen- (Merged with Albany; see Northeastern New berg; Exec. Dir. Cy Leveen. York) KINGSTON SYRACUSE JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER KING- SYRACUSE JEWISH FEDERATION, INC. STON, INC. (inc. 1951); 159 Green St. (1918); 101 Smith St.; PO Box 510, DeWitt (12401); (914)338-8131. Pres. Dr. Howard (13214-0510); (315)445-0161. Pres. Helen Rothstein. Marcum; Exec. V. Pres. Barry Silverberg. NEW YORK TROY UJA-FEDERATION OF JEWISH PHILAN- TROY JEWISH COMMUNITY COUNCIL, INC. THROPIES OF NEW YORK, INC. (incl. Greater (1936) (incorp. into Northeastern NY); 2430 502 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1989 21 St. (12180); (518)274-0700. Pres. Steven (44115); (216)566-9200. Pres. Max R. Fried- Gimberg. man; Exec. Dir. Stephen H. Hoffman. UTICA COLUMBUS JEWISH FEDERATION OF UTICA, NY, INC. COLUMBUS JEWISH FEDERATION (1926)- (1933; inc. 1950); (sponsors UNITED JEWISH 1175 College Ave. (43209); (614)237-7686. APPEAL OF UTICA); 2310 Oneida St. (13501); Pres. B. Lee Skilken; Exec. Dir. Alan (315)733-2343. Pres. Richard Dinerstein; Gill. Exec. Dir. Meyer L. Bodoff. DAYTON NORTH CAROLINA JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER DAY- ASHEVILLE TON (1910); 4501 Denlinger Rd. (45426); (513)854-4150. Pres. Bernard Rabinowitz; WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA JEWISH FED- ERATION (1935); 236 Charlotte St. (28801); Exec. V. Pres. Peter H. Wells. (704)253-0701. Pres. Robert J. Deutsch; STEUBENVILLE Exec. Dir. Ellen Sandweiss-Hodges. JEWISH COMMUNITY COUNCIL (1938); 300 CHARLOTTE Lovers Lane (43952); (614)282-9031. Pres. CHARLOTTE JEWISH FEDERATION (1938); Morris Denmark; Exec. Sec. Jennie Bern- PO Box 13369 (28211); (704)366-5007. Pres. stein. Mrs. Bobbi Bernstein; Exec. Dir. Michael TOLEDO Minkin. JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER TOLEDO DURHAM-CHAPEL HILL (1907; reorg. 1960); 6505 Sylvania Ave., PO DURHAM-CHAPEL HILL JEWISH FEDERA- Box 587, Sylvania (43560); (419)885-4461. TION & COMMUNITY COUNCIL (1979); 1310 Pres. Maria Levine; Exec. Dir. Steven J. LeClair St., Chapel Hill (27514); (919)967- Edelstein. 1945. Pres. Barry Nakell. YOUNGSTOWN GREENSBORO YOUNGSTOWN AREA JEWISH FEDERATION GREENSBORO JEWISH FEDERATION (1940); (1935); PO Box 449, 505 Gypsy Lane 713A N. Greene St. (27401); (919)272-3189. (44501); (216)746-3251. Pres. Esther L. Pres. Bernard Gutterman; Exec. Dir. Mari- Marks; Exec. V. Pres. Sam Kooperman. lyn Chandler. OKLAHOMA OHIO OKLAHOMA CITY AKRON JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER OKLA- AKRON JEWISH COMMUNITY FEDERATION HOMA CITY (1941); 2800 Quail Plaza Dr. (1935); 750 White Pond Dr. (44320); (216)- (73120). (405)752-7307. Pres. Charles Fagin; 867-7850. Pres. Joseph Kanfer; Exec. Dir. Exec. Dir. Garth Potts. Stanley H. Bard. TULSA CANTON JEWISH FEDERATION OF TULSA (1938); CANTON JEWISH COMMUNITY FEDERA- (sponsors UNITED JEWISH CAMPAIGN); TION (1935; reorg. 1955); 2631 Harvard Ave., 2021 E. 71 St. (74136); (918)495-1100. Pres. NW (44709); (216)452-6444. Pres. Neil Gen- Edward I. Cohen; Exec. Dir. David Bern- shaft; Exec. Dir. Jay Rubin. stein. CINCINNATI OREGON JEWISH FEDERATION OF CINCINNATI (1896; reorg. 1967); 1811 Losantiville, Suite 320 PORTLAND (45237); (513) 351-3800. Pres. David Laza- JEWISH FEDERATION OF PORTLAND (incl. rus; Exec. V. Pres. Aubrey Herman. state of Oregon and adjacent Washington communities) (1920; reorg. 1956); 6651 SW CLEVELAND Capitol Highway (97219); (503)245-6219. JEWISH COMMUNITY FEDERATION OF Pres. Dr. Leonard Goldberg; Exec. Dir. CLEVELAND (1903); 1750 Euclid Ave. Charles Schiffman. JEWISH FEDERATIONS, FUNDS, COUNCILS / 503 PENNSYLVANIA SCRANTON ALLENTOWN SCRANTON-LACKAWANNA JEWISH FEDER- JEWISH FEDERATION OF ALLENTOWN; 702 ATION (incl. Lackawanna County) (1945); N. 22 St. (18104); (215)821-5500. Pres. Mil- 601 Jefferson Ave. (18510); (717)961-2300. ton Sheftel; Exec. Dir. Ivan C. Schonfeld. Pres. Joseph Dubin; Exec. Dir. Seymour Brotman. ALTOONA WILKES-BARRE FEDERATION OF JEWISH PHILANTHROPIES (1920; reorg. 1940); 1308 17 St. (16601); JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER WILKES- (814)944-^072. Pres. Morley Cohn. BARRE (1935); (sponsors UNITED JEWISH CAMPAIGN); 60 S. River St. (18702); (717)- BUCKS COUNTY 822-4146. Pres. Connie Roth; Exec. Dir. Ir- JEWISH FEDERATION OF MERCER AND ving Ginsberg. BUCKS COUNTIES NJ/PA (formerly Dela- ware Valley); (1929; reorg. 1982); 999 Lower RHODE ISLAND Ferry Rd., Trenton, NJ (08628); (609)883- PROVIDENCE 5000. Pres. Jon Parker; Exec. Dir. Haim JEWISH FEDERATION OF RHODE ISLAND Morag. (Also see listing under New Jersey.) (1945); 130 Sessions St. (02906); (401)421- ERIE 4111. Pres. Norman Tilles; Exec. V. Pres. Elliot Cohan. JEWISH COMMUNITY COUNCIL OF ERIE (1946); 701 G. Daniel Baldwin Bldg., 1001 SOUTH CAROLINA State St. (16501); (814)455-4474. Pres. Leon- ard Lechtner. CHARLESTON CHARLESTON JEWISH FEDERATION (1949); HARRISBURG 1645 Raoul Wallenberg Blvd., PO Box 31298 UNITED JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER (29407); (803)571-6565. Pres. Ellis I. Kahn; HARRISBURG (1941); 100 Vaughn St. Exec. Dir. Michael Wise. (17110); (717)236-9555. Pres. Morton Spec- tor; Exec. Dir. Elliot Gershenson. COLUMBIA JOHNSTOWN COLUMBIA JEWISH FEDERATION (1960); 4540 Trenholm Rd., PO Box 6968 (29260); UNITED JEWISH FEDERATION OF JOHNS- (803)787-0580. Pres. Samuel Tenenbaum; TOWN (1938); 601 Wayne St. (15905); (814)- Exec. Dir. Alexander Grossberg. 539-9891. Pres. Isadore Suchman. SOUTH DAKOTA PHILADELPHIA FEDERATION OF JEWISH AGENCIES OF SIOUX FALLS GREATER PHILADELPHIA (1901; reorg. JEWISH WELFARE FUND (1938); National 1956); 226 S. 16 St. (19102); (215)893-5600. Reserve Bldg., 513 S. Main Ave. (57102); Pres. Miriam A. Schneirov; Exec. V. Pres. (605)336-2880. Pres. Laurence Bierman; Robert P. Forman. Exec. Sec. Louis R. Hurwitz. PITTSBURGH TENNESSEE UNITED JEWISH FEDERATION OF CHATTANOOGA GREATER PITTSBURGH (1912; reorg. 1955); 234 McKee PI. (15213); (412)681-8000. CHATTANOOGA JEWISH FEDERATION Pres. Edward Perlow; Exec. V. Pres. How- (1931); 5326 Lynnland Terrace, PO Box 8947 ard M. Rieger. (37411); (615)894-1317. Pres. Charles B. Lebovitz; Exec. Dir. Louis B. Solomon. READING JEWISH FEDERATION OF READING, PA., KNOXVILLE INC. (1935; reorg. and inc. 1972); (sponsors KNOXVILLE JEWISH FEDERATION (1939); UNITED JEWISH CAMPAIGN); 1700 City 6800 Deane Hill Dr., PO Box 10882 Line St. (19604); (215)921-2766. Pres. Vic- (37939-0882); (615)693-5837. Pres. Arnold tor H. Hammel; Exec. Dir. Daniel Tannen- Schwarzbart; Exec. Dir. Conrad J. baum. Koller. 504 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1989

MEMPHIS 8031); (817)776-3740. Pres. Simone Bauer; MEMPHIS JEWISH FEDERATION (incl. Exec. Sec. Martha Bauer. Shelby County) (1935); 6560 Poplar Ave., UTAH PO Box 38268 (38138); (901)767-7100. Pres. Edward R. Young. SALT LAKE CITY NASHVILLE UNITED JEWISH COUNCIL AND SALT LAKE JEWISH WELFARE FUND (1936); 2416 E. JEWISH FEDERATION OF NASHVILLE & 1700 South (84108); (801)581-0098. Pres. MIDDLE TENNESSEE (1936); 801 Perry Warner Blvd. (37205); (615)356-3242. Pres. Richard McGillis; Acting Exec. Dir. Eve Nedda Pollack; Exec. Dir. Dr. Jay M. Pilzer. Bier. VIRGINIA TEXAS NEWPORT NEWS—HAMPTON—WIL- AUSTIN LIAMSBURG JEWISH COMMUNITY COUNCIL OF AUSTIN (1939; reorg. 1956); 11713 Jollyville Rd. UNITED JEWISH COMMUNITY OF THE VIR- (78759); (512)331-1144. Pres. David Kruger; GINIA PENINSULA, INC. (1942); 2700 Spring Exec. Dir. Marilyn Stahl. Rd., Newport News (23606); (804)930-1422. Pres. Dr. Steven Seltzer; Exec. Dir. Norman DALLAS Olshansky. JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER DALLAS RICHMOND (1911); 7800 Northhaven Rd., Suite A (75230); (214)369-3313. Pres. Howard JEWISH COMMUNITY FEDERATION OF Schultz; Exec. Dir. Morris A. Stein. RICHMOND (1935); 5403 Monument Ave., PO Box 17128 (23226); (804)288-0045. Pres. EL PASO Dr. Walter N. Rabhan; Exec. Dir. Robert S. JEWISH FEDERATION OF EL PASO, INC. Hyman. (incl. surrounding communities) (1937); 405 TIDEWATER Wallenberg Dr., PO Box 12097 (79913- 0097); (915)584-4437. Pres. Joan Johnson; UNITED JEWISH FEDERATION OF TIDEWA- Exec. Dir. David Brown. TER (incl. Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Virginia Beach) (1937); 7300 Newport Ave., PO Box FORT WORTH 9776, Norfolk (23505); (804)489-8040. Pres. JEWISH FEDERATION OF FORT WORTH AND Bootsie Goldmeier; Exec. V. Pres. Gary N. TARRANT COUNTY (1936); 6801 Dan Dan- Rubin. ciger Rd. (76133); (817)292-3081. Pres. San- dra Freed. WASHINGTON SEATTLE GALVESTON JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER SEAT- GALVESTON COUNTY JEWISH WELFARE ASSOCIATION (1936); PO Box 146 (77553); TLE (incl. King County, Everett, and Bre- (409)763-5241. Pres. Dr. Mark Sanders; merton) (1926); 2031 Third Ave. (98121); Treas. Charna Graber. (206)622-8211. Pres. Francine Loeb; Exec. Dir. Michael Novick. HOUSTON WEST VIRGINIA JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER HOUS- TON (1936); 5603 S. Braeswood Blvd. CHARLESTON (77096-3999); (713)729-7000. Pres. Sandra FEDERATED JEWISH CHARITIES OF Weiner; Exec. Dir. Hans Mayer. CHARLESTON, INC. (1937); PO Box 1613 SAN ANTONIO (25326); (304)346-7500. Pres. Carl Lehman; Exec. Sec. William H. Thalheimer. JEWISH FEDERATION OF SAN ANTONIO (incl. Bexar County) (1922); 8434 Ahern Dr. WISCONSIN (78216); (512)341-8234. Pres. Joe West- heimer, Jr.; Exec. Dir. Robert Posner. KENOSHA KENOSHA JEWISH WELFARE FUND (1938); WACO 6537 Seventh Ave. (53140); (414)658-8635. JEWISH FEDERATION OF WACO AND CEN- Pres. Nathaniel S. Lepp; Sec.-Treas. S. M. TRAL TEXAS (1949); PO Box 8031 (76714- Lapp. JEWISH FEDERATIONS, FUNDS, COUNCILS / 505

MADISON 271-8338. Pres. R. Todd Lappin; Exec. V. MADISON JEWISH COMMUNITY COUNCIL, Pres. Robert Aronson. INC. (1940); 310 N. Midvale Blvd., Suite 325 RACINE (53705); (608)231-3426. Pres. Lawrence RACINE JEWISH WELFARE COUNCIL (1946); Shapiro; Exec. Dir. Steven H. Morrison. 944 S. Main St. (53403); (414)633-7093. MILWAUKEE Chmn. Arthur Schaefer. MILWAUKEE JEWISH FEDERATION, INC. (1902); 1360 N. Prospect Ave. (53202); (414)-

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ALBERTA UNITED JEWISH WELFARE FUND); PO BOX 7258, 1030 Lower Lion Club Rd., Ancaster CALGARY (L9G 3N6); (416)648-0605. Pres. Phillip CALGARY JEWISH COMMUNITY COUNCIL Leon; Exec. Dir. Sid Brail. (1962); 1607 90th Ave. SW (T2V 4V7); (403)- 253-8600. Pres. Hal Joffe; Exec. Dir. Drew J. LONDON Staffenberg. LONDON JEWISH COMMUNITY COUNCIL (1932); 536 Huron St. (N5Y 4J5); (519)673- EDMONTON 3310. Pres. Gloria Gilbert; Exec. Dir. Gerald JEWISH FEDERATION OF EDMONTON (1954; Enchin. reorg. 1982); 7200 156 St. (T5R 1X3); (403)- 487-5120. Pres. Sheldon Maerov; Act. Exec. OTTAWA Dir. Maxine Fischbein. JEWISH COMMUNITY COUNCIL OF OTTAWA (1934); 151 Chapel St. (KIN 7Y2); (613)- BRITISH COLUMBIA 232-7306. Pres. Stephen Victor; Exec. Dir. Gerry Koffman. VANCOUVER JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER VAN- TORONTO COUVER (1932); 950 W. 41 Ave. (V5Z 2N7); TORONTO JEWISH CONGRESS (1917); 4600 (604)266-8371. Pres. Daniel U. Pekarsky; Bathurst St.; Willowdale (M2R 3V2); (416)- Exec. Dir. Steve Drysdale. 635-2883. Pres. Herb Rosenfeld; Exec. Dir. Steven Ain. MANITOBA WINDSOR WINNIPEG JEWISH COMMUNITY COUNCIL (1938); 1641 WINNIPEG JEWISH COMMUNITY COUNCIL Ouellette Ave. (N8X 1K9); (519)973-1772. (1938; reorg. 1973); (incl. COMBINED JEW- Pres. Alan R. Orman; Exec. Dir. Joseph ISH APPEAL OF WINNIPEG); 370 Hargrave Eisenberg. St. (R3B 2K1); (204)943-0406. Pres. Evelyn Katz; Exec. Dir. Robert Freedman. QUEBEC ONTARIO MONTREAL ALLIED JEWISH COMMUNITY SERVICES HAMILTON (1965); 5151 Cote St. Catherine Rd. (H3W JEWISH FEDERATION OF HAMILTON WENT- 1M6); (514)735-3541. Pres. Peter Wolkove; WORTH & AREA (1932; merged 1971); (incl. Exec. Dir. John Fishel. Jewish Periodicals1

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ARIZONA JEWISH STAR (1956). 109 Minna St., Suite 323, San Francisco, 94105. (415)421-4874. ARIZONA POST (1946). 635 N. Craycroft, Nevon Stuckey. Bimonthly. #202, Tucson, 85711. (602)325-5864. Sandra R. Heiman. Fortnightly. Jewish NORTHERN CALIFORNIA JEWISH BULLETIN Federation of Southern Arizona. (1946). 88 First St., Suite 300, San Fran- cisco, 94105. (415)957-9340. Marc Klein. GREATER PHOENIX JEWISH NEWS (1947). Weekly. San Francisco Jewish Community PO Box 26590, Phoenix, 85068. (602)870- Publications Inc. 9470. Flo Eckstein. Weekly. SAN DIEGO JEWISH TIMES (1979). 2592 CALIFORNIA Fletcher Pkwy., El Cajon, 92020. (619)- B'NAI B'RITH MESSENGER (1897). PO Box 463-5515. Carol Rosenberg. Biweekly. 57991, 2510 W. 7 St., Los Angeles, 90057. TIKKUN (1986). 5100 Leona St., Oakland, (213)380-5000. Shelly Rubin, Rabbi Yale 94619. (415)482-0805. Nan Fink. Bi- Butler. Weekly. monthly. Institute for Labor & Mental HERITAGE-SOUTHWEST JEWISH PRESS Health. (1914). 2130 S. Vermont Ave., Los An- WESTERN STATES JEWISH HISTORY (1968). geles, 90007. (213) 737-2122. Dan Brin. 2429 23rd St., Santa Monica, 90405. (213)- Weekly. (Also SAN DIEGO JEWISH PRESS- 450-2946. Norton B. Stern. Quarterly. HERITAGE, San Diego [weekly]; CENTRAL Western States Jewish History Associa- CALIFORNIA JEWISH HERITAGE, Sac- tion. ramento and/Fresno area [monthly]; OR- ANGE COUNTY JEWISH HERITAGE, Or- COLORADO ange County area [weekly]). 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. Miriam H. Gold- (213)738-7778. Gene Lichtenstein. berg. Weekly. Weekly. CONNECTICUT JEWISH NEWS (formerly ISRAEL TODAY) CONNECTICUT JEWISH LEDGER (1929). PO (1973). 4211 Laurel Canyon Blvd., Studio Box 1688, Hartford, 06101. (203)233- City, 91604; PO Box 1909-245, Studio 2148. Berthold Gaster. Weekly. City, 91604-3791. (818)786-4000. Phil Blazer. Monthly. DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA JEWISH SPECTATOR (1935). PO Box 2016, B'NAI B'RITH INTERNATIONAL JEWISH Santa Monica, 90406. (213)393-9063. MONTHLY (1886 under the name MENO- Trude Weiss-Rosmarin. Quarterly. RAH). 1640 Rhode Island Ave., NW,

'The information in this directory is based on replies to questionnaires circulated by the editors. For organization bulletins, see the directory of Jewish organizations. 506 JEWISH PERIODICALS / 507 Washington, 20036. (202)857-6645. Marc ILLINOIS Silver. Ten times a year. B'nai B'rith. CHICAGO JUF NEWS (1972). One S. Frank- JEWISH VETERAN (1896). 1811 R St., NW, lin St., Chicago, 60606. (312)444-2853. Jo- Washington, 20009. (202)265-6280. Pearl seph Aaron. Monthly. Jewish Federation Laufer. Bimonthly. Jewish War Veterans of Metropolitan Chicago. of the U.S.A. JEWISH COMMUNITY NEWS (1941). 6464 W. MOMENT (1975). 3000 Connecticut Ave., Main, Suite 7A, Belleville, 62223. (618)- NW, Suite 300, Washington, 20008. (202)- 398-6100. Rabbi Zalman Stein. Bimonthly. 387-8888. Hershel Shanks. Monthly (ten Jewish Federation of Southern Illinois. issues a year). Jewish Educational Ven- tures, Inc. THE SENTINEL (1911). 175 W. Jackson Blvd., Suite 1927, Chicago, 60604. (312)- NEAR EAST REPORT (1957). 500 N. Capitol 663-1101. J. I. Fishbein. Weekly. St., NW, Washington, 20001. (202)638- 1225. Eric Rozenman. Weekly. Near East INDIANA Research, Inc. ILLIANA NEWS (1975). 2939 Jewett St., UCSJ QUARTERLY REPORT. 1819 H Street, Highland, 46322. (219)972-2250. Barnett NW, Suite 230, Washington, 20006. (202)- Labowitz. Ten times a year. Jewish Feder- 775-9770. Jennifer Kane. Quarterly. ation, Inc./Northwest Indiana. Union of Councils for Soviet Jews. INDIANA JEWISH POST AND OPINION WASHINGTON JEWISH WEEK (1965). 1910 (1935). PO Box 449097, Indianapolis, K St., NW, #601, Washington, 20006. 46202. (317)927-7800. Ed Stattmann. (202)872-1100. Lisa S. Lenkiewicz. Weekly. Weekly. NATIONAL JEWISH POST AND OPINION. PO FLORIDA Box 449097, Indianapolis, 46202. (317)- 927-7800. Gabriel Cohen. Weekly. JEWISH FLORIDIAN GROUP (1927). 120 NE 6 St., Miami, 33101. (305)373^605. Leo KANSAS Mindlin. Weekly. KANSAS CITY JEWISH CHRONICLE. See JEWISH JOURNAL (1977). PO Box 189006, under MISSOURI. Ft. Plantation, 33318. (305)581-2244. Steven Sands. Weekly. Worrell South KENTUCKY Florida Newspaper Network. KENTUCKY JEWISH POST AND OPINION JEWISH WORLD (1982). 2405 Mercer Ave., (1931). 1551 Bardstown Rd., Louisville, W. Palm Beach, 33401. (305)833-8331. 40205. (502)459-1914. Gabriel Cohen. Martin Pomerance. Weekly. Weekly. MIAMI JEWISH TRIBUNE (1986). 3550 Bis- LOUISIANA cayne Blvd., Suite 600, Miami, 33137. JEWISH CIVIC PRESS (1965). PO Box 15500, (305)576-9500. Andrew Polin. Weekly. 924 Valmont St., New Orleans, 70115. Jewish Media Group, Inc. (504)895-8784. Abner Tritt. Monthly. SOUTHERN JEWISH WEEKLY (1924). PO JEWISH TIMES (1974). 1539 Jackson Ave., Box 3297, Jacksonville, 32206. (904)634- Suite 323, New Orleans, 70130. (504)524- 1469. Isadore Moscovitz. Weekly. South- 3147. Fred Shochet, Roberta Brunstetter. ern Independent Operators, Inc. Fortnightly. GEORGIA MARYLAND ATLANTA JEWISH TIMES (formerly SOUTH- BALTIMORE JEWISH TIMES (1919). 2104 N. ERN ISRAELITE). 1575 Northside Dr., Charles St., Baltimore, 21218. (301)752- NW, #365, Atlanta, 30318. (404)355- 3504. Gary Rosenblatt. Weekly. 6139. Vida Goldgar. Weekly. MASSACHUSETTS JEWISH CIVIC PRESS (1972). 3330 Peachtree Rd. NE, Atlanta, Suite 560, 30326. (404)- AMERICAN JEWISH HISTORY (1893). 2 231-2194. Abner L. Tritt. Monthly. Thornton Rd., Waltham,O2154. (617)891- 508 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1989

8110. Marc Lee Raphael. Quarterly. NEBRASKA American Jewish Historical Society. JEWISH PRESS (1921). 333 S. 132 St., Omaha BOSTON JEWISH TIMES (1945). Box 18427, 68154. (402)334-8200. Morris Maline. Boston, 02118. (617)357-8635. Sten Weekly. Jewish Federation of Omaha. Lukin. Semiweekly. NEVADA GENESIS 2 (1970). 99 Bishop Allen Dr., JEWISH REPORTER (1976). 1030 E. Twain Cambridge, 02139. (617)576-1801. Law- Ave., Las Vegas, 89109. (702)732-0556. rence Bush. Quarterly. Maria Gerecht. Monthly. Jewish Federa- JEWISH ADVOCATE (1902). 1168-70 Com- tion of Las Vegas. monwealth Ave., Boston, 02134. (617)- LAS VEGAS ISRAELITE (1965). PO Box 277-8988. Bernard M. Hyatt. Weekly. 14096, Las Vegas, 89114. (702)876-1255. JEWISH REPORTER (1970). 76 Salem End Michael Tell. Biweekly. Rd., Framingham, 01776. (508)879-3300. NEW JERSEY Sheila Abrahams, Jodie Holzwasser. Monthly. Metro West Jewish Federation. AVOTAYNU (1985). 1485 Teaneck Rd., Tea- neck, 07666. (201)837-2701. Sallyann JEWISH WEEKLY NEWS (1945). PO Box Amdur Sack. Quarterly. 1569, Springfield, 01101. (413)739^1771. Leslie B. Kahn. Weekly. JEWISH COMMUNITY VOICE (1941). 2393 W. Marlton Pike, Cherry Hill, 08002. (609)- JOURNAL OF THE NORTH SHORE JEWISH 665-6100. Harriet Kessler. Biweekly. Jew- COMMUNITY (1977). 564 Loring Ave., ish Federation of Southern NJ. Salem, 01970. (508)741-1558. Barbara Wolf. Biweekly (one issue in July). Jewish JEWISH HORIZON (1981). 1391 Martine Federation of the North Shore. Ave., Scotch Plains, 07076. (201)889- 9200. Fran Gold. Weekly. Jewish Federa- MICHIGAN tion of Central NJ. DETROIT JEWISH NEWS (1942). 20300 Civic JEWISH NEWS (1947). 60 Glenwood Ave., E. Center Dr., Suite 240, Southfield, 48076. Orange, 07017. (201)678-3900. David (313)354-6060. Gary Rosenblatt. Weekly. Frank. Weekly. United Jewish Federation of Metro West. HUMANISTIC JUDAISM (1968). 28611 W. Twelve Mile Rd., Farmington Hills, JEWISH RECORD (1939). 1525 S. Main St., 48018. (313)478-7610. M. Bonnie Cous- Pleasantville, 08232. (609)383-0999. Mar- ens, Ruth D. Feldman. Quarterly. Society tin Korik. Weekly. for Humanistic Judaism. JEWISH STANDARD (1931). 385 Prospect MINNESOTA Ave. Hackensack, 07601. (201)342-1115. Rebecca Kaplan Boroson. Weekly. AMERICAN JEWISH WORLD (1912). 4509 Minnetonka Blvd., Minneapolis, 55416. JEWISH STAR (1975). 100 Metroplex Dr., (612)920-7000. Bob Epstein. Weekly. Edison, 08820. (201)985-1234. Mindy Belfer. Bimonthly. Jewish Federation of MISSOURI Greater Middlesex County. KANSAS CITY JEWISH CHRONICLE (1920). JOURNAL OF JEWISH COMMUNAL SERVICE 7373 W. 107 St., Overland Park, 66212. (1899). 3084 State Hwy. 27, Suite 1, (913)648-4620. Ruth Baum Bigus. Kendall Pk, NJ 08824-1657. (201)821- Weekly. 1871. Sanford N. Sherman. Quarterly. MISSOURI JEWISH POST (1948). 9531 Lack- Conference of Jewish Communal Ser- land, Suite 207, St. Louis, 63114. (314)- 423-3088. Kathie Sutin. Weekly. NEW YORK ST. LOUIS JEWISH LIGHT (1947). 12 Mill- AFN SHVEL (1941). 200 W. 72 St., Suite 40, stone Campus Dr., St. Louis, 63146. (314)- NYC, 10023. (212)787-6675. Mordkhe 432-3353. Robert A. Cohn. Semiweekly. Schaechter. Quarterly. Yiddish. League for Jewish Federation of St. Louis. Yiddish, Inc. JEWISH PERIODICALS / 509 ALGEMEINER JOURNAL (1972). 404 Park HADAROM (1957). 275 Seventh Ave., NYC, Ave. S., NYC, 10016. (212)689-3390. 10001. (212)807-7888. Rabbi Gedalia Gershon Jacobson. Weekly. Yiddish. Schwartz. Annually. Hebrew. Rabbinical Council of America. AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK (1899). 165 E. 56 St., NYC, 10022. (212)751-4000. HADASSAH MAGAZINE (1921). 50 W. 58 St., David Singer. Annually. American Jewish NYC, 10019. (212)355-7900. Alan M. Committee and Jewish Publication Society. Tigay. Monthly (except for combined is- sues of June-July and Aug.-Sept.). Hadas- AMERICAN ZIONIST (1910). 4 E. 34 St., sah, the Women's Zionist Organization of NYC, 10016. (212)481-1500. Paul Flacks. America. Quarterly. Zionist Organization of Amer- ica. HADOAR (1921). 1841 Broadway, Rm. 510, NYC, 10023. (212)581-5151. Shlomo Sha- AMIT WOMAN (1925). 817 Broadway, NYC, mir, Yael Feldman. Weekly. Hebrew. Ha- 10003. (212)477-4720. Micheline Ratzers- doar Association, Inc. dorfer. Five times a year. AMIT Women (formerly American Mizrachi Women). ISRAEL HORIZONS (1952). 150 Fifth Ave., Suite 911, NYC, 10011. (212)753-8760. AUFBAU (1934). 2121 Broadway, NYC, Arieh Lebowitz. Quarterly. Americans for 10023. (212)873-7400. Gert Niers, Henry Progressive Israel. Marx. Fortnightly. German. New World Club, Inc. ISRAEL QUALITY (1976). 230 W. 41 St., Suite 1700, NYC 10036. (212)244-2011. Beth BITZARON (1939). PO Box 623, Cooper Sta- Belkin. Quarterly. American-Israel Cham- tion, NYC, 10003. (212)998-8985. Hayim ber of Commerce and Industry, Inc. and Leaf. Bimonthly. Hebrew. Hebrew Liter- Government of Israel Trade Center. ary Foundation. JEWISH ACTION (1950). 45 W. 36 St., NYC, BUFFALO JEWISH REVIEW (1918). 15 E. 10018. (212)244-2011. Heidi Tenzer. Mohawk St., Buffalo, 14203. (716)854- Quarterly. Union of Orthodox Jewish Con- 2192. Harlan C. Abbey. Weekly. Kahaal gregations of America. Nahalot Israel. JEWISH BOOK ANNUAL (1942). 15 E. 26 St., COMMENTARY (1945). 165 E. 56 St., NYC, NYC, 10010-1579. (212)532-4949. Jacob 10022. (212)751^000. Norman Podho- Kabakoff. English-Hebrew-Yiddish. JWB retz. Monthly. American Jewish Commit- Jewish Book Council. tee. JEWISH BOOK WORLD (1945). 15 E. 26 St., CONGRESS MONTHLY (1933). 15 E. 84 St., NYC, 10010-1579. (212)532^949. Wil- NYC, 10028. (212)879^1500. Maier De- liam Wollheim. Quarterly. JWB Jewish shell. Seven times a year. American Jewish Book Council. Congress. JEWISH BRAILLE INSTITUTE VOICE (1978). CONSERVATIVE JUDAISM (1945). 3080 110 E. 30 St., NYC, 10016. (212)889-2525. Broadway, NYC, 10027. (212)678-8049. Jacob Freid. Monthly, except May-June, Rabbi David Silverman. 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ALTMANN, ALEXANDER, professor, rabbi; b. 47; Cong. Mogen David, Brooklyn, NY, Kassa, Czechoslovakia (Austria-Hun- 1950-78. V.-pres., Union of Orthodox gary), Apr. 16, 1906; d. Boston, Mass., Rabbis, 1945-55. Author: commentaries June 6, 1987; in U.S. since 1959. Educ: on the Jerusalem Talmud (Shiklei Yosef, Hildesheimer Rabbinical Sem.; U. Berlin Zarei Yosef). (PhD). Served as a communal rabbi, Man- chester, England, 1938-58, where he BARRON, HARRY I., communal worker; b. founded and directed the Inst. of Jewish Chicago, 111., Dec. 9, 1909; d. NYC, Oct. Studies and edited the Journal of Jewish 10, 1987. Educ: Hebrew Union Coll.; U. Studies; prof, Jewish philosophy, Brandeis Chicago; Graduate School for Jewish So- U., 1959-76, founder and dir. of its Lown cial Work. Asst. principal, Gridley Jr. Inst. for Advanced Jewish Studies. A High School, Erie, Pa., 1930; medical so- scholar of broad-ranging interests, he cial worker, Cincinnati Genl. Hosp., 1930— made significant contributions to three dis- 31; dir. of activities, YM/YWHA, Eliza- tinct fields: Judeo-Arabic philosophy, Jew- beth, NJ, 1932-33; dir., Home Camp, ish mysticism, and German-Jewish intel- Jacob H. Schiff Center, NYC, 1933; exec, lectual history. He wrote seminal works on dir., JCC, Bridgeport, Conn., 1933-34; re- Saadya Gaon, Isaac Israeli, and Maimo- search assoc. and faculty mem., Graduate nides and a definitive biography of Moses School for Jewish Social Work, 1934-40; Mendelssohn. Transl.: Saadya Gaon: The dir.: U.S. Fair Employment Practices Book of Doctrines and Beliefs (1946). Au- Comm., Washington, DC, 1941-43; Jew- thor: Isaac Israeli (with S.M. Stern) ish Community Council of Cleveland, (1958); Studies in Religious Philosophy and 1943-55; New Orleans Jewish Fed., 1955- Mysticism (1969); Moses Mendelssohn: A 65; exec, dir., Natl. Found, for Jewish Cul- Biographical Study (1973); Essays in Jew- ture, 1965-80; dir. emer., 1980-87. ish Intellectual History (1981); and other BASS, RALPH, communal worker, author; b. works. Recipient: hon. doctorates, Hebrew NYC, Oct. 19, 1907; d. Woodmere, NY, University of Jerusalem, and others; fel- Nov. 13, 1987. Public relations writer, low: Amer. Acad. for Jewish Research; Amer. J. Com., 40 years. Mem.: Amer. Medieval Acad. of Amer. Soc Journalists and Authors; NY Business Press; World Trade Writers Assn.; Siluri- ARONSON, JOSEPH H., rabbi; b. Kovno, Lith- ans; and other orgs. Author: books and uania, July 1, 1891; d. Monsey, NY, Aug. articles on a wide range of popular sub- 8, 1987; in U.S. since 1920. Educ: Slo- jects, in Esquire, Coronet, and other maga- bodka Yeshivah, Kovno. Rabbi: Cong. Tifereth Israel, New Britain, Conn., 1923-

' Including Jewish residents of the United States who died between January 1 and Decem- ber 31, 1987. 515 516 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1989 BEN-ZION (WEINMAN), artist, poet; b. Staro- Jewish Week, 1970-73; editorial page konstantinov, Ukraine, July 8, 1897; d. columnist, Boca Raton Daily News, since NYC, Jan. 23, 1987; in U.S. since 1920. 1975. Sec, Amer. War Corresps. Assn., Founding mem. of the Expressionist group 1944-52; mem., Natl. Press Club, Wash- "the Ten"; works in collections of Metro- ington, DC. Recipient: U.S. War Dept. ci- politan Museum of Art, NYC; Whitney tation for services as war correspondent. Museum, NYC; Art Inst., Chicago; Tel Aviv Museum, and others; one-man shows BRAM, MORRIS, businessman; b. NYC, May and retrospectives in major U.S. and Israeli 7, 1909; d. Tamarac, Fla., July 14, 1987. museums. Art instr., Cooper Union, 1946- One of the founders of the American Israel 53; visiting artist: Ball State U.; Iowa U.; Numismatic Assoc. in 1967, its founding Omaha U. Published a number of collec- pres. and bd. chmn. tions of etchings on biblical and Jewish themes. Author: vols. of poetry, in He- BURNS, ARTHUR F., economist, government brew; essays on art, in English. official; b. Stanislau, Austria, Apr. 27, 1904; d. Baltimore, Md., June 26, 1987; in BERNSTEIN, ROBERT M., attorney, commu- U.S. since 1914. Educ: Columbia U. (BA, nal worker; b. Philadelphia, Pa., Oct. 1, MA, PhD). Instr., asst. prof., assoc. prof., 1894; d. Philadelphia, Pa., Oct. 22, 1987. prof., Rutgers U., 1927-44; visiting prof., Educ: U. Pa. Law School. Sr. partner, Columbia U., 1942^4, prof. 1944-69. Bernstein, Bernstein and Harrison, since Asssociated with Natl. Bureau of Econ. 1916. Fellow: Amer. Coll. of Trial Law- Rsch. since 1930, as rsch. dir. 1945-53, yers; Internatl. Acad. of Trial Lawyers. In and chmn., 1967-68. Chmn., Council of behalf of U. Pa. Law School: chmn., capi- Economic Advisers, 1953-56, under Pres. tal needs com.; v.-chmn., development Dwight Eisenhower; adviser to Pres. Rich- fund; mem. bd. of managers. An original ard Nixon, 1968-70; chmn., Fed. Reserve organizer of the Phila. Allied Jewish Ap- Bd., 1970-78; disting. scholar in residence, peal and its genl. chmn., 1952; lifetime Amer. Enterprise Inst., 1978-81 and 1985- hon. trustee, Fed. of Jewish Agencies. 87; U.S. ambassador to W. Germany, Pres., Phila. branch, ZOA; treas., Phila. 1981-85. Author: Prosperity Without In- branch, Amer. Friends of Hebrew U.; hon. flation and other works. Recipient: Jeffer- bd. mem., Cong. Adath Jeshurun. Recipi- son Award, Amer. Inst. of Public Service; ent: U. Pa. Alumni Award of Merit; Hamilton Award, U.S. Treasury Dept.; Scopus Award, Amer. Friends of Hebrew Amer. Democratic Legacy Award, ADL; U.; Cyrus Adler Community Award, Jew- Grand Cross of Order of Merit, W. Ger- ish Theol. Sem.; Community Service many; Gold Medal, Inst. of Social Award, Amer. J. Cong.; and other honors. Sciences; numerous honorary doctorates and other awards. BIELSKY (Bell), TUVIA, businessman, WWII partisan; b. Stankiewic2e, Poland (Byelo- BURTON, SALA GALANT, politician; b. Bia- russia), May 8, 1906; d. NYC, June 12, lystok, Poland, Apr. 1, 1925; d. Washing- 1987; in U.S. since 1956. Founder and ton, DC, Feb. 1, 1987; in U.S. since 1939. leader of a large armed band of Jewish par- Educ: U. San Francisco. Assoc. dir., Calif. tisans, known as Bielsky's Brigade, that Public Affairs Inst., 1948-50; v.-pres., operated against the Nazis from the Calif. Democratic Council, 1951-54; Naliboki forests near Novogrudok, 1941- mem.: Calif. Democratic Steering Com.; 44. Emigrated to Israel after the war. In San Francisco Democratic Women's U.S., operated a trucking business. Forum, 1957-59; Democratic Wives of BIENSTOCK, VICTOR, journalist; b. Hartford, House and Senate, 1972-74; legislative Conn., May 21, 1908; d. Boca Raton, Fla., chmn., Women's Natl. Democratic Club; Aug. 28, 1987. Educ: NYU. Reporter, NY delegate, Democratic natl. conventions, World, 1929-31; ed., NY Herald Tribune 1956, 1976, 1980, 1984. Mem. adv. com., News Service, 1931-33; corresp., London Council on Soviet Jewry. Elected to Con- Morning Post, 1933; managing ed., Jewish gress from San Francisco in 1983 to com- Telegraphic Agency, 1933-35; JTA for- plete the term of her husband, Phillip Bur- eign service, London, 1935-40; chief for- ton, when he died, she was reelected in eign ed., Overseas News Agency, JTA, 1984 and 1986. Mem., House Rules Com.; 1940-50; genl. mgr., ed., and v.-pres., JTA, an advocate for poor people, education, the 1950-70; after retirement, exec, ed., NY environment, and arms reduction. OBITUARIES / 517 CASHDAN, LOUIS JOSEPH, rabbi; b. (?), Amer. Jewish Joint Distribution Com.; bd. Russia, Sept. 18, 1905; d. Silver Spring, mem., v.-pres., treas., chmn., Jewish educ. Md., July 28, 1987; in U.S. since 1909. com., United Jewish Fed. of Pittsburgh; Educ: U. Mich.; Hebrew Union Coll. (or- pres., School of Advanced Jewish Studies; dination and DD). Rabbi: West London bd. mem., v.-pres., Hebrew Inst. of Pitts- Syn., England, 1936-42; Des Moines, burgh; bd. mem., Zionist Org. of Amer., Iowa, 1942-45; Charleston, W. Va., 1945- Pittsburgh dist. 52; Kansas City, Mo., 1952-59; Toronto, Canada, 1959-66; Temple Solel, Bowie, DANE, OSCAR, businessman, communal Md., 1967-81; rabbi emer. since 1981. worker; b. Vilna, Russia, Feb. 22, 1903; d. Taught philosophy, logic, and theology at NYC, Dec. 22, 1987; in U.S. since 1917. Bowie State Coll., Johns Hopkins U., and Educ: NYU (BS, LLB). Practiced law, American U. Pres. welfare councils in W. 1928-38; founder, pres., Templetone Va. and Mo.; del. to White House Conf. on Radio Mfg. Corp., 1939-50; founder, pres., Children and Youth, 1950; financialsec , Inland Credit Corp., 1949-83. Founder, treas., and exec. com. mem., Central Conf. pres., Beth-El Syn., New London, Conn., of Amer. Rabbis; pres., rabbinical assoc.'s 1947-51; founder, pres., Conservative Syn. of Greater Kansas City, Toronto, and Adath Israel of Riverdale, NY, 1954-66, Washington, DC. and hon. pres. thereafter; trustee, Fifth Ave. Syn., NYC, 1966-78. Bd. mem.: Jew- CEDARBAUM, DAVID I., rabbi, educator; b. ish Theol. Sem. of Amer.; Beth Israel Med. NYC, Apr. 27, 1903; d. Laguna Hills, Center; Hebrew Home for the Aged; Calif., July 30, 1987. Educ: CCNY; Riverdale YM/YWHA; mem. adv. coun- Teachers Coll., Columbia; Hebrew Union cil, NY Bd. of Rabbis; active supporter of Coll. Chaplain, USAF, 1943-46; rabbi and Boys Town Jerusalem; Amer. Com. for dir. of Jewish educ, Educational Alliance, Shaare Zedek Hosp.; Albert Einstein Coll. NYC, 1936-43; supervisor, Bd. of Jewish of Medicine; UJA-Fed.; Israel Bonds. Re- Educ., Chicago, 1946-68; prof, Coll. of cipient: Louis Marshall Medal, JTS; Out- Jewish Studies, Chicago; dir. of educ, Chi- standing Service Award, Fed. of Jewish cago Fed. of the Union of Amer. Hebrew Philanthropies, and many other honors. Congs. Author: Teach Me to Pray. DAROFF, JOSEPH A., businessman, philan- COHEN, WILBUR J., government official; b. thropist; b. Philadelphia, Pa., Dec. 18, Milwaukee, Wis., June 10, 1913; d. Seoul, 1899; d. Philadelphia, Pa., Jan. 12, 1987. S. Korea, May 18, 1987. Educ: U. Wis. Pres., H. Daroff & Sons, clothing manufs.; Went to Washington in 1934 as a re- v.-pres. and dir., Botany Industries. Bd. searcher; in 1935 became first employee of mem.: Clothing Manufs. of Amer.; Phila. the Social Security Admin., where he re- City Trusts; Phila. Fellowship Comm.; mained until 1956. Helped draft New Moss Rehabilitation Hosp. Founder, Jo- Deal's Social Security Act and worked on seph A. Daroff Campus of Adult Studies of various proposals for a natl. health insur- the JCCs of Phila.; in a long career of na- ance plan. Returned to Washington in tional and local communal activity, served Kennedy admin.: asst. sec, dept. of in many capacities, including: v.-pres., Health, Educ, and Welfare, 1961-65; Amer. Assoc. for Jewish Educ; mem., bd. under sec, 1965-68; sec, 1968-69. Chief of overseers, Jewish Theol. Sem. of Amer.; architect of the 1965 Medicare Act and bd. mem., Phila. Fed. of Jewish Charities influential in shaping all the social welfare and exec. com. mem. its successor, Fed. of legislation of the 1960s. Prof, public wel- Jewish Agencies; bd. mem., YM/YWHA; fare admin., U. Mich., 1956-69, 1972-83; hon. v.-pres., JCCs of Greater Phila.; v.- prof, educ, U. Mich., 1969-80, and dean, pres., Amer. J. Cong., Phila. chap.; treas., School of Educ, 1969-78; prof, public af- JWB Middle Atlantic Section; v.-pres., fairs, U. Tex., 1980-83. Beth Jacob Schools; pres. and bd. chmn., Cong. Adath Jeshurun. Recipient: Stephen COMAY, AMOS, businessman, communal Wise Award, Amer. J. Cong.; Herbert worker; b. NYC, Mar. 4, 1915; d. Pitts- Lehman Award, State of Israel Bonds; burgh, Pa., Nov. 12, 1987. Chmn., Action Brotherhood Award, Natl. Conf. of Chris- Industries, Pittsburgh, Pa. Pres., Natl. tians and Jews; several awards from the Found, for Jewish Culture, 1978-82; natl. JTS; Scopus Award, Amer. Friends of He- bd. mem.: Jewish Educ. Service of N. brew U.; and many other honors. Amer.; Council of Jewish Federations; 518 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1989

DUKER, ABRAHAM G., professor; b. Rypin, Temple Israel Center, White Plains, NY, Poland, Sept. 27, 1907; d. Kfar Saba, Is- 1939-72. Founder and dean, Solomon rael, Nov. 18, 1987; in U.S. since 1924. Schechter School of Westchester, 1966-87. Educ: Polish gymnasium; evening high Pres.: Westchester Zionist Org.; Westches- school, NYC; CCNY; Columbia U. (PhD). ter Bd. of Rabbis. Recipient: hon. doctor- Served U.S. Army, 1943-45. Librarian, ate, JTS. Jewish Theol. Sem., 1927-33; rsch. librar- ian, Graduate School for Jewish Social GOLUB, MOLLIE F., lawyer, communal Work, 1934-38; researcher, Amer. Jewish worker; b. NYC, Sept. 11, 1902; d. NYC, Com., 1938-43, where he edited the Con- July 14, 1987. Educ: Brooklyn Law temporary Jewish Record (forerunner of School. Active in Amer. Mizrachi Women Commentary), 1938-41; instr., JTS, 1941- (now AMIT Women) for over 40 years; 43, 1946-48; instr., Hebrew Union Coll., served as natl. pres. 1949-51 and 1956. 1946-56; prof, and pres., Spertus Coll. of Mem., Actions Com., World Zionist Org. Jewish Studies, Chicago, 1956-62; dir. of Recipient: Silver Medallion Award, Amer. libraries and prof, of Jewish hist., Yeshiva Mizrachi Women. U., 1962-72; founder, prof., and chmn., Jewish studies dept., Brooklyn Coll., 1972— GOULD, BERNARD S., professor, communal 77; visiting prof., Columbia U., 1966-67; worker; b. Boston, Mass., Oct. 15, 1911; d. fellow, Amer. Acad. for Jewish Rsch., Cambridge, Mass., Feb. 11, 1987. Educ: 1973-75. Ed.: Universal Jewish Encyclope- MIT; U. London (PhD). Assoc. prof., bio- dia (1939—43); Reconstructionist; manag- chemistry, MIT, 1943-69; prof., 1969-86. ing ed., Jewish Social Studies. Author: The Chmn.: MIT com. on the use of humans as Impact of Zionism on American Jewry; The experimental subjects; premedical advisory Great Polish Emigration and the Jews; and com.; mem., safety council. Bd. mem. and other works, chiefly in the areas of Polish- chmn., Boston Hebrew Coll.; chmn., sub- Jewish relations and Amer. Jewish sociol- corn, on Jewish educ, Combined Jewish ogy- Philanthropies; v.-pres., Bureau of Jewish Educ; bd. mem. and chmn., school com., Cong. Kehillath Israel; v.-pres., Amer. ETRA, MAX J., attorney, communal worker; Friends of Hebrew U.; mem., gov. council, b. Rymanov, Poland, Apr. 24, 1903; d. NYC, Apr. 8, 1987; in U.S. since 1907. Amer. Assoc. for Jewish Educ. Served as Educ: CCNY; Fordham U. Law School. treas. of MIT Hillel and unofficial ombuds- Began practicing law in 1929; at the time man of Jewish affairs at MIT. of his death was sr. partner, Etra & Etra. GRUSS, CAROLINE, lawyer, philanthropist; b. V.-chmn., Beth Israel Hosp.; mem.: Natl. (?), Poland, (?), 1911; d. NYC, Jan. 14, Council, Boy Scouts of Amer.; NYC Bar 1987; in U.S. since 1939. Educ: U. of Assoc.; NY County Lawyers Assoc.; Lvov. An active partner with her husband, Grand St. Boys Club; Elks; Friars. Pres., Joseph, an investment banker, and a bene- Cong. Kehilath Jeshurun, NYC, for 29 factor in her own name in a major philan- years; benefactor and leader of Yeshiva U. thropic effort to support, improve, and ex- for over 40 years: bd. chmn., 1953-77, the pand Jewish education. Among the many period of the university's greatest expan- recipients of Gruss endowments were Ye- sion; bd. mem.: Albert Einstein Coll. of shiva U.; the UJA-Federation Fund for Medicine; Benjamin Cardozo School of Law; Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theol. Sem.; Jewish Educ, Lubavitcher and other ye- Wurzweiler School of Social Work. shivahs. Chmn., Amer. Jewish Tercentenary GUTTMAN, Louis, professor; b. NYC, Feb. Comm.; pres., Union of Orthodox Jewish 10, 1916; d. Minneapolis, Minn., Oct. 25, Congs. Recipient: hon. doctorate, Yeshiva 1987. Educ: U. Minn. (BA, MA, PhD). U.; 125th Anniversary Medal, CCNY; Instr., asst. prof., assoc prof., sociology, Shofar Award, Boy Scouts of Amer.; and Cornell U., 1941-50; rsch. consultant, many other honors. U.S. War Dept., 1941-45. Member of a Labor Zionist movement from youth, he GELB, MAX, rabbi; b. (?), Austria-Poland, went to Israel in 1947, where he founded Mar. 7, 1907; d. Boca Raton, Fla., Feb. 1, and served for many years as dir. of the 1987; in U.S. since 1914. Educ: CCNY; Israel Inst. of Applied Social Rsch. Prof., Jewish Theol. Sem. of Amer. Rabbi: Tem- social and psychol. assessment, Hebrew U. ple Beth-El, Harrisburg, Pa., 1932-39; of Jerusalem, 1955-87; consultant to vari- OBITUARIES / 519 ous Israeli agencies and commissions. Vis- thor: numerous original articles and iting prof.: Howard U., Mich. State U., U. transls. in various publications; Hebrew Mich., MIT, Harvard U., U. Tex., U. version of Arthur Miller's Death of a Sales- Minn.; prof.-at-large, Cornell U., 1972-78. man, staged by Habimah Theater, Tel Acclaimed for his many contributions to Aviv. social scientific rsch., notably the "Gutt- man scale" for measuring and analyzing JUNG, LEO, rabbi, communal leader; b. Brod, public opinion. Author: numerous works Moravia (Czechoslovakia), June 20, 1892; on psychometrics. Recipient: Rothschild d. NYC, Dec. 19, 1987; in U.S. since 1920. Prize for Social Rsch. (1963); Outstanding Educ: Vienna U.; Berlin U.; Marburg- Achievement Award, U. Minn. (1974); Is- Giessen U.; Cambridge U. (BA, MA); rael Prize in the Social Sciences (1978); London U. (PhD); Berlin Hildesheimer foreign hon. mem., Amer. Acad. of Arts & Rabbinical Sem. (ordination, 1920). Rabbi: Sciences; Educl. Testing Service Award Knesset Israel Cong., Cleveland, Ohio, (1984); Helen Diverman Award, World 1920-22; The Jewish Center, NYC, 1922- Assoc. for Public Opinion Rsch (1988, 81, emer. thereafter. Prof, of ethics, Ye- posthumous). shiva U., 1931-68; emer. thereafter; found- ing mem., Touro Coll. faculty; pres., HEIFETZ, JASCHA, violinist; b. Vilna, Russia, Rabbinical Council of Amer., 1928-34; bd. Feb. 2, 1901; d. Los Angeles, Calif., Dec. mem., NY Bd. of Rabbis; chmn., cultural- 10, 1987; in U.S. since 1917. Gave first religious com., Amer. Jewish Joint Distri- concert at age six in Vilna; made U.S. bution Com., 1941-81; named first chmn., debut at Carnegie Hall in 1917; last public NY State Kosher Food Advisory Bd., performance was in 1972; thereafter de- 1940, serving in that post for several voted himself to teaching. Regarded as the decades; founding trustee, Jewish Braille greatest violin virtuoso of his time, his Inst, 1931, where he helped guide publica- name was synonymous with perfection of tion of a Braille edition of the Hebrew technique and musicianship. Bible in 1950; hon. pres., Poale Agudath Israel; pres.: Jewish Acad. of Arts and HORNSTEIN, BENJAMIN S., businessman, Sciences, 1950-83; Amer. Com. for Shaare philanthropist; b. NYC, Aug. 12, 1891; d. Zedek Hosp., Jerusalem, 1933-81; world Palm Beach, Fla., Mar. 20, 1987. Educ: pres., Beth Jacob Movement for Educ. of CCNY. Pres., Charles Stores Co., a chain Girls, 1927-84. Regarded as a senior of small dept. stores in the South. Major statesman of modern Orthodoxy; de- benefactor, Brandeis U., long-time mem. scribed as "a fighter for kashrut, milah, its bd. of fellows, founder of its Hornstein mikvah, tzedakah, and rescue" and "an ar- Program in Jewish Communal Service; ticulate and brilliant author, preacher, founder and overseer, Jewish Theol. Sem. teacher, spokesman, and lover of man." of Amer.; founder and bd. mem., Albert Author: 37 volumes as author or editor, on Einstein Coll. of Medicine; founder, UJA Jewish religion, ethics, educ; only Amer. of Greater NY; mem., bd. of trustees: NY contributor to Soncino transl. of the Tal- Fed. of Jewish Philanthropies for 25 years; mud (Yoma and Arakhim). Recipient: Amer. Jewish Com.; hon. v.-pres., Assoc. hon. doctorates, Yeshiva U.; NYU; Con- Ys of Greater NY; benefactor, Jewish gressional Medal. In Israel, Kibbutz Kfar Community Day School of Palm Beach Eliyahu and a JNF forest in Safad are County, Fla. Recipient: hon. doctorate, named in his honor. Brandeis U., and many other honors. IVRY, ITZHAK, journalist, editor; b. Bialys- KADUSHIN, EVELYN GARFIEL, teacher, au- tok, Poland, Nov. 12, 1908; d. NYC, July thor, b. NYC, June 10, 1900; d. NYC, 31, 1987; in U.S. since 1951. Educ: Rab- Sept. 6, 1987. Educ: Barnard Coll.; Co- binical Sem., Warsaw; Berlin U.; Basel U.; lumbia U. (PhD). Instr. in psych., U. Chi- Hebrew U. of Jerusalem. Emigrated to cago; U. Wis. Med. School; lect. on Jewish Palestine, 1935; reporter, critic, columnist, subjects, Jewish Theol. Sem. Women's Davar, Tel Aviv, 1936-51; U.S. corresp., Inst. and to groups throughout the coun- 1951-54; ed., Hadoar Hebrew weekly, try. Bd. mem.: Natl. Women's League; Ha- 1970-85. Mem.: Jewish Acad. of Arts and dassah. Author: Service of the Heart: A Sciences; Hebrew Writers Assn., Israeli Guide to the Jewish Prayerbook, a widely Journalists Assn., NY Foreign Press Assn.; used text in adult education; several num- v.-pres., Hebrew P.E.N. Club of NY. 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KAPLAN, JACOB M, businessman, philan- ance, in 1981, was as a Holocaust survivor thropist; b. Lowell, Mass., Dec. 23, 1891; in a drama about a proposed Nazi march d. NYC, July 18, 1987. After two decades in Skokie, 111. As official ambassador-at- in the molasses trade in Latin Amer. and large for UNICEF, he traveled throughout the U.S., organized and headed Natl. the world entertaining young audiences. Grape Corp., 1934-45, and Welch Grape He visited Israel many times and often per- Juice Co., 1945-56; pres.: J. M. Kaplan & formed for Israeli soldiers. Known and Bros., 1926-30; Kaplan Holding Corp. loved for his clowning, exaggerated danc- and various successor orgs., after 1930. ing, singing, mimicry, pantomime, rapid Founder, J. M. Kaplan Fund, 1947, a foun- dation known for diversity and inventive- patter, and comic symphony-orchestra ness, whose projects included the NAACP conducting. Recipient: Special Oscar for Legal Defense and Education Fund, the service to the movie industry; Emmy and Carnegie Hall restoration, NYC's Munici- Peabody Awards for TV shows; Jean Her- pal Art Soc. and Parks Council, the Coali- sholt Humanitarian Award; Kennedy Cen- tion for the Homeless, the Eldridge St. ter Honors for lifetime achievement in the Syn., and programs to promote coopera- arts. tive housing for the elderly. Benefactor, Yeshiva U., Park East Syn., Assoc. YM/ KEYSERLING, LEON, economist, lawyer; b. YWHAs of Greater NY. Hon. trustee, bd. Charleston, S.C., Jan. 22, 1908; d. Wash- chmn., New School for Social Rsch.; ington, DC, Aug. 9, 1987. Educ: Co- mem., bd. of govs., Amer. Jewish Com. lumbia U.; Harvard Law School. Serving in various capacities in the Roosevelt and Truman admins., was instrumental in KATZNER, J. BENJAMIN, businessman, com- drafting major New Deal legislation, in- munal worker; b. Baltimore, Md., June 23, cluding the Natl. Industrial Recovery Act, 1903; d. Baltimore, Md., Aug. 6, 1987. the Social Security Act, and the Natl. Educ: Baltimore City Coll. V.-pres., Labor Relations Act. With U.S. Housing Comfy Manuf. Co., a family business pro- Authority, 1933-46, in various capacities. ducing slipcovers for natl. distribution. Instrumental in passage of the Employ- Chmn.: fund-raising and planning corns., ment Act of 1946 and establishment of the Sinai Hosp., 1948-60; fund-raising cam- Council of Econ. Advisers. Mem., Council paign, Baltimore Museum of Art, 1975-85. of Econ. Advisers, 1946-49, and chmn., Pres., Associated Jewish Charities, 1948- 1949-53. Private consultant and lawyer, 50; chmn.: AJC and Welfare Fund first combined campaign, 1950; AJC's legacy 1953-71; among his clients, labor unions and endowment fund, 1965-71; pres., v.- and the govts. of France, India, and Israel. pres., and treas., Chizuk Amuno Cong., Helped draft 1978 Full Employment and and a key figure in the planning and con- Balanced Growth Act (Humphrey-Haw- struction of its facilities; bd. mem.: Amer. kins). Founder, pres., Conf. on Econ. Prog- Jewish Joint Distrib. Com.; Jewish Theol. ress, a nonprofit public-interest org., 1954 Sem. of Amer. Recipient: awards from on; pres., Natl. Com. for Labor Israel, Natl. Conf. of Christians and Jews, JTS, 1969-73; adviser, Israel Bond Org.; mem., JNF, and others; named to Hall of Fame, Amer. J. Com.'s Natl. Advisory Panel. Au- Baltimore City Coll. thor: numerous books and articles.

KAYE, DANNY (Daniel Kaminsky), enter- KLEINBERG, MAURICE S., rabbi, chaplain; b. tainer; b. NYC, Jan. 18, 1913; d. Los An- Louisville, Ky., Dec. 1, 1907; d. Santa geles, Calif., Mar. 3, 1987. Starting out as Monica, Calif, Jan. 31, 1987. Educ: He- a comedian in nightclubs and "Borscht brew Union Coll. Rabbi: congs. in Benton Belt" hotels, he went on to Broadway suc- Harbor, Mich.; Ventnor, NJ; Liverpool, cess (notably in the 1941 musical Lady in England; and Santa Monica, Calif. Served the Dark) and then to Hollywood, where as U.S. Army chaplain 25 years; at retire- he starred in such hit filmsa s Up in Arms ment in 1967 was ranking Jewish chaplain (1944), Wonder Man (1945), The Secret in the armed services; served as Jewish Life of Walter Mitty (1947), The Inspector chaplain at Natl. Inst. of Health, 1967-77. General (1949), Hans Christian Anderson Recipient: Bronze Star, Legion of Merit (1952), and White Christmas (1954). Medal, Army Commendation Medal; Starred in his own TV series (1963-67) and named Chaplain of the Year, 1963, by in various specials. His final TV appear- Natl. Reserve Officers Assoc. OBITUARIES / 521 KOSAKOFF, REUVEN, pianist, composer; b. lawyer, Warsaw, 1934-39; consultant, Pol- New Haven, Conn., Jan. 8, 1898; d. NYC, ish govt. in exile, Washington, DC, 1941- May 6, 1987. Educ: Yale U. School of 45. Became U.S. citizen after Communists Music (graduated at age 15); Inst. of Musi- took control of Poland. Joined staff of cal Art (Juilliard). Performing artist, ac- Anti-Defamation League in 1945 as dir. of companist, teacher of piano and composi- intercultural affairs; headed ADL's liaison tion, composer of chamber and orchestral office to the Vatican, 1971-86. A leader in music, song settings, and Jewish liturgical the development of Catholic-Jewish dia- music, his works were performed by the logue and interfaith activity, he par- NY Philharmonic and the Pittsburgh, De- ticipated in the deliberations of Vatican troit, and New Haven Symphony Orchs. Accompanied leading cantors in concert; Council II that led to the Declaration on organist at Genesis Hebrew Center, Tuck- the Jews in "Nostra Aetate" in 1965. Re- ahoe, NY, and Forest Hills Jewish Center, cipient: designated "Knight Commander Queens, NY. Composed three full-length of the Order of St. Gregory the Great" by synagogue services, including Friday-night Pope John Paul II (1986). Author: A Ques- services commissioned by Central Syn., tion of Judgement—Pope Pius XII and the NYC, and Park Ave. Syn., NYC. Among Jews, and many articles in Catholic and many works on Jewish themes were a Jewish publications. chamber opera, The Cabbalists, settings LIST, ALBERT A., businessman, philanthro- for Yiddish poems, and cantatas on biblical pist; b. Fall River, Mass., May 18, 1901; d. subjects. Mem. and pres., the Jewish Musi- NYC, Sept. 11, 1987. Left school at age 14 cal Forum. to work in family grocery; branched out into other businesses, earning a million LEVICH, BENJAMIN G., physical chemist; b. dollars by age 36. Retired, then reentered (?), Russia, (?) 1918; d. Fort Lee, NJ, Jan. business, eventually gaining control of the 19, 1987; in U.S. since 1978. Educ: Khar- Glen Alden and later Hudson Coal Co., kov State U. Founded the fieldo f physico- leading U.S. hard-coal producers, and chemical hydrodynamics; head, dept. of turning them into a conglomerate that in- electrochemistry, Inst. of Hydrodynamics, cluded the RKO theater chain. An early and prof, Moscow U. Expelled from both supporter of the New School for Social positions in 1972, after applying to emi- Rsch. in NYC; an art collector, established grate. Following an outcry from the inter- art centers at Kirkland Coll., Brown U., natl. scientific community, was granted and MIT; benefactor: Lincoln Center; Mu- exit permit in Dec. 1978, becoming the seum of Contemporary Art; Metropolitan only mem. of the Soviet Acad. of Sciences Opera. Bd. mem. and v.- chmn., Mt. Sinai ever allowed to emigrate. Settled in Israel Medical Center, NYC. Established chair in but divided his time between teaching posi- Jewish studies at Harvard U. Divinity tions at Tel Aviv U. and the City College School in 1982; life bd. mem. and mem. of NY. Author: more than 150 scientific exec, com., Jewish Theol. Sem. of Amer., papers; a 4-vol. textbook on theoretical and benefactor, its Jewish Museum. Recip- physics that was translated into English, ient: Solomon Schechter Medal and Cita- German, Spanish, Czech, Portuguese, and tion, JTS; hon. doctorates: Brown U., Wil- Chinese. berforce U., Long Island U., JTS, New School. LEVITAS, IRVING, professor; b. Kiev, Russia, Aug. 10, 1910; d. Hawthorne, NY, Nov. MANN, FREDRIC R., businessman, philan- 24,1987; in U.S. since 1914. Educ: U. Chi- thropist; b. Gomel, Russia, Sept. 13, 1903; cago; NYU (PhD). Educ. dir., JCC and d. Miami, Fla., Feb. 26, 1987; in U.S. since Temple B'nai Jehudah, Kansas City, Mo.; 1905. Educ: Wharton School, U. Pa. An lect., Semitic studies, U. Kans., 1948-62; aspiring pianist whose career was curtailed scholar in residence, Temple Emmanuel, at age 16 by an accident, he made his for- Yonkers, NY, 1975-87; lect., philosophy, tune while still in his 20s in paper-box Judaica, and history, Sullivan County manuf. Active in a broad range of civic and Community Coll., NY. philanthropic activity, his principal inter- LICHTEN, JOSEPH I., attorney, communal est was in classical music. In Phila., his worker; b. Warsaw, Poland, June 6, 1906; home, established the Mann Music Center, d. Rome, Italy, Dec 14, 1987; in U.S. since Fairmount Park, in 1979, for free perform- 1941. Educ: U. Warsaw (JD). Practicing ances by the Phila. Orchestra. Mem., 522 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1989

Phila. Council on the Arts; bd. mem.: NADEL, JACK, communal worker; b. NYC, Phila. Orch. Assoc; Carnegie Hall Soc; Jan. 10, 1893; d. Surfside, Fla., Jan. 26, Ballet Theater Found.; Phila. Lyric Opera; 1987. Educ: CCNY; NYU. Starting as a and other musical orgs.; trustee: Villanova pin boy in the bowling alley of the 92nd St U.; Phila. Acad. of Natural Sciences; YM/YWHA in 1906, rose through the United Fund; Natl. Recreation Assoc; Pa. ranks to become exec. dir. in 1922; retired Acad. of Fine Arts, and many other orgs. in 1957 and thereafter served on the Y's bd. Genl. chmn.: Allied Jewish Appeal of of dirs. Helped found Fed. Employment Phila. (1953); Phila. com., Israel Bonds and Guidance Service in 1934. Pres., Natl. (1955-56); chmn., Amer. Friends of the Assoc. of Center Workers; bd. mem.: Fed. Israel Philharmonic Orch. (he helped erect of Jewish Philanthropies of NY; natl. Mann Auditorium in Tel Aviv); pres., bd. JWB; faculty mem., Yeshiva U. Recipient: chmn., hon. v.-pres., America-Israel Cul- Frank L. Weil Award, JWB (1956). tural Found.; bd. mem.: Dropsie U.; Amer. Com. for Weizmann Inst. of Science; NATHAN, OTTO, professor; b. Bingen/Rhine, Amer. Jewish Joint Distrib. Com.; HIAS; Germany, July 15, 1893; d. NYC, Jan. 27, fellow, Brandeis U. First U.S. ambassador 1987; in U.S. since 1933. Educ: U.'s of to Barbados, 1967-69. Recipient: Order of Brussels, London, Freiburg, Munich, Merit, Republic of Italy; Govt. of Brazil Wurzburg (PhD). Faculty, Hochshule fur Award; hon. doctorates: Phila. Musical Politik, Berlin, 1928-33; Econ. Ministry, Acad., Springfield Coll., Widener U., Weimar Republic, 1920-33, representing Dropsie U. Germany on econ. comm.'s of League of Nations. During WWII worked in various MATT, HERSHEL J., rabbi, professor; b. Min- U.S. govt. agencies, incl. the Div. of Mone- neapolis, Minn., July 11, 1922; d. Highland tary Rsch. of the U.S. Treasury. Taught at Park, NJ, Dec. 26, 1987. Educ: U. Pa.; Princeton, NYU, Vassar, Howard U., and Gratz Coll.; Jewish Theol. Sem. of Amer. others. Mem.: Amer. Econ. Assn., Royal Rabbi: Beth Abraham Cong., Nashua, Econ. Soc, War Resisters League, NH, 1947-50; Temple Beth El, Troy, NY, Women's Internatl. League for Peace and 1950-59; Temple Neve Shalom, Metuch- Freedom. Close friend of Albert Einstein, en, NJ, 1959-70; Jewish Center, Princeton, he was executor of the scientist's estate and NJ, 1970-75. Faculty, Reconstructionist co-trustee of the Einstein archive, to which Rabbinical Coll.; Acad. of Jewish Learning he devoted the last three decades of his life, (NYC). Chmn., com. on home and syn. considerably enriching the collection of practice, Rabbinical Assembly; mem., RA correspondence and other papers before exec, council and prayer book, ethics, and turning it over to the Hebrew University of convention corns.; natl. sec, Jewish Peace Jerusalem in 1982. Author: The Nazi Eco- Fellowship. Author: dozens of articles on nomic System and other books and articles; prayer, liturgy, intergroup relations, world coed., Einstein on Peace (1960). Recipient: peace. hon. fellow, Hebrew U.; hon. doctorate, Yeshiva U. MINKOFF, BEVERLY, communal worker; b. NYC, Nov. (?), 1926; d. Rockville Centre, NUSSBAUM, PERRY, rabbi; b. Toronto, Can- NY, Feb. 14, 1987. Educ: Ohio U. Joined ada, Feb. 16, 1908; d. San Diego, Calif, Women's Amer. ORT in early 1950s; v.- Mar. 30, 1987; in U.S. since 1926. Educ: pres., L.I. region, 1965; mem., natl. exec, U. Cincinnati; U. Colo.; Hebrew Union com., 1967 on, serving in a variety of posi- Coll. Chaplain, U.S. Army, 1943-68, ac- tions; natl. pres., 1979-83. Natl. chmn., tive and reserve, retiring with rank of col. Leadership Conf. of Major Jewish Rabbi: Melbourne, Aust., 1933-34; Ama- Women's Orgs.; v.-chmn., Natl. Jewish rillo, Tex., 1934-35; Pueblo, Colo., 1935- Community Relations Advisory Council; 41; Wichita, Kans., 1941-43; Long Beach, mem., exec, com., Natl. Conf. on Soviet NY, 1947-50; Pittsfield, Mass., 1950-54; Jewry; v.-pres. and mem. exec, com., Beth Israel Cong., Jackson, Miss., 1954- Amer. ORT Fed.; hon. v.-pres. and mem. 73. Helped found and lead the Miss. Reli- exec, com., World ORT Union; trustee, gious Leadership Conf. and Greater Jack- Bramson ORT Technical Inst., NYC; son Clergy Alliance, the first ecumenical chmn., bd. of trustees, Los Angeles ORT and interracial orgs. in the state, and the Technical Inst.; NGO rep. to UN, Miss. Council of Concern for Rebuilding Women's Amer. ORT. Churches. Served as chaplain to civil- OBITUARIES / 523 rights activists in Miss, jails, even after his (1960); with Eleanor Roosevelt, helped own home and syn. were dynamited by seg- found the Wiltwyck School in NYC, for regationists in 1967. Off. and/or bd. mem: disturbed delinquent children; served on Jackson Urban League, Masons, Rotary, many civic boards and commissions. Pres. and other civic orgs. Founder and first and bd. mem., Louise Wise Services, adop- pres., Miss. Assembly of Jewish Congs.; tion and child-care agency (founded by her pres.: B'nai B'rith Lodge; Jackson Jewish mother); v.-pres., chmn. exec, com., Amer. Welfare Fund; state chmn., ADL; mem. Jewish Cong, (founded by her father); pres. exec. bd. and pres. of two regions, Central of its Women's Div. and other key posts; Conf. Amer. Rabbis; alumni overseer, mem. exec, com., World Jewish Cong. Au- HUC. Recipient: Miss. Governor's Award; thor: Everyone's Children, Nobody's Child; Special Citation, Miss. Relig. Leadership Back to What Woodshed; The Need for Conf.; hon. doctorates: HUC; Burton Law and Social Action; A View from the Coll. Bench; Parental Rights; The Rule of Law and the Role of Psychiatry; coed., Personal PERLMUTTER, NATHAN, communal worker, Letters of Stephen Wise. Recipient: author; b. NYC, Mar. 2, 1923; d. NYC, Awards from many bodies, incl. Amer. July 12, 1987. Educ: Georgetown U.; Vil- Psychiatric Assn.; NY Fed. of Jewish Phi- lanova Coll.; NYU School of Law. Served lanthropies; City of NY. U.S. Marine Corps, WWII. Joined staff of Anti-Defamation League in 1949; through RAPOPORT, NATHAN, sculptor; b. Warsaw, 1964 served as dir. of three regional offices Poland, (?), 1911; d. NYC, June 4, 1987; in (Detroit; Miami; NYC); assoc. natl. dir., U.S. since 1959. Educ: Warsaw Acad. of Amer. Jewish Com., 1965-69; v.-pres., Arts and schools in Italy and France. Brandeis U., 1969-73; asst. natl. dir., Spent WWII years in the Soviet Union; ADL, 1973-79, and natl. dir. thereafter. settled in Israel in 1948. Among his works: Regarded as one of Amer. Jewry's most monument to the Warsaw Ghetto Upris- articulate spokesmen, especially on anti- ing, on Zamenhoff St. in the former ghetto Semitism and support for Israel, he was area (1948); monument for the Jewish known for his independence of viewpoint, Fighters of WWII, Paris (1950); statue of warmth and wit, and a unique literary Warsaw ghetto commander Mordecai style. Author: How to Win at the Races Anielewicz, Kibbutz Yad Mordecai (1964); A Bias of Reflections (1972); coau- (1951); Monument in Commemoration of thor, The Real Anti-Semitism (1982), and the Victims of Nazism, Philadelphia numerous articles on social and political (1963); statue of Job, Yad Vashem, Jerusa- issues. Recipient: 1987 Presidential Medal lem (1965); Scroll of Fire, B'nai B'rith In- of Freedom; hon. doctorate, Hebrew ternatl. Martyrs Forest, near Jerusalem Union Coll.; Gold Medallion for Humani- (1969). Created portrait busts of many no- tarianism, B'nai B'rith Internatl.; Eleanor tables, incl. one of pianist Artur Rubinstein Roosevelt Human Rights Award, City of selected for placement in Carnegie Hall. NY, and other honors. Recipient: Polish govt.'s Polonia Restituta Medal; named Officer of the Academy by POLIER, JUSTINE WISE, judge, communal French govt.; Handleman Prize, Jewish worker; b. Portland, Ore., Apr. 12, 1903; d. Acad. of Arts and Sciences; Herbert NYC, July 31, 1987. Educ: Barnard Coll.; Adams Memorial Medal, National Sculp- Yale U. (LLB). Referee, NY State Labor ture Society. Dept., 1929-34; asst. corp. counsel, NYC, 1934-35; counsel and sec, Mayor's Com. ROSENMAN, YEHUDA J., communal worker; on Relief, 1934-35; justice, Domestic Rela- b. Brest Litovsk, Poland, Nov. 18, 1918; d. tions Ct., 1935-62; judge, NY State Family NYC, Aug. 4, 1987; in U.S. since 1939. Ct., 1962-73; dir., program for juvenile Educ: Gymnasium Tarbut and yeshivah, justice, Childrens Defense Fund, after Brest Litovsk; U. Pittsburgh. Exec, dir., 1973. Daughter of Rabbi Stephen S. Wise JCC, Baltimore, Md., 1949-63; consultant, and Louise Waterman Wise; the first Joint Distribution Com., Israel and Ge- woman to hold a judicial office above mag- neva, 1963-67; natl. dir., dept. of Jewish istrate in NY state; a recognized authority communal affairs, Amer. Jewish Com., on juvenile justice and children's rights. 1967-87. At AJCom., initiated a wide Bd. mem., Citizens Com. for Children; NY range of ground-breaking programs aimed del., White House Conf. on Children at enhancing Jewish family life and Jewish 524 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 1989 identity, among them the William Pet- 1960. Known as a pioneer in biological schek Natl. Jewish Family Center and the psychiatry; founder, rsch. dir., Creedmoor Acad. for Jewish Studies Without Walls, as Inst. Psychobiol. Studies, 1949-54; well as rsch. and a variety of publications. founder, 1957, and dir., Laboratories for Faculty mem.: Wayne State U., Catholic Therapeutic Rsch., a nonprofit basic rsch. U., U. Md. Mem.: Natl. Assn. Jewish center at Brooklyn Coll. of Pharmacy, Communal Relations Workers; Natl. Long Island U.; resch. prof., psychiatry, Conf. Jewish Communal Svcs.; Assn. for NY Medical Coll., since 1972. Benefactor Jewish Studies. Author: essays and articles (for medical/scientific purposes): NYU in various publications. and NYU Medical Center, NYC; Long Is- land U.; Tel Aviv U. (Sackler School of ROUTTENBERG, MAX J., rabbi, author; b. Medicine); Clark U., Tufts U. A leading Montreal, Canada, Mar. 22, 1909; d. York- collector of Asian, Near Eastern, and town Heights, NY, Jan. 19, 1987; in U.S. since 1927. Educ: McGill U.; NYU; Jew- Western art, he was a major benefactor of ish Theol. Sem. of Amer. (ord. and DHL). Harvard U. (Sackler Museum); Metropoli- Chaplain, U.S. Army, WWII. Rabbi, tan Museum of Art (Sackler Wing); Beijing Kesher Zion Syn., Reading, Pa., 1932-48; U. (Sackler Museum); Smithsonian Inst. exec, v.-pres., Rabbinical Assembly, 1949- (Sackler Gallery). Mem., advisory council, 51; exec, v.-pres., JTS, and founding dean, dept. art hist and archaeol., Columbia U.; Cantors Inst. and Sem. Coll. of Jewish fellow: Amer. Psychiat. Assn., Amer. Ger- Music, 1951-54; rabbi, Temple B'nai Sho- iatrics Soc, Royal Anthropol. Inst.; mem. lom, Rockville Center, NY, 1954-72. and chmn.: Internatl. Assn. Social Psychi- Pres., RA, 1964-66; mem. and chmn.: atry; NY Acad. of Sciences; Chinese Art com. on Jewish law and standards; com. on Soc; a founder, Amer. Friends of the Israel chaplaincy; publications com. (1972-82); Philharmonic Orch. and liturgical com. (1982-87). Chmn., SCHLOSS, EZEKIEL, editor, artist; b. Riga, Natl. Acad. of Adult Jewish Studies, 1955- Latvia, July (?), 1912; d. NYC, Mar. 30, 60; mem.: JTS-RA-United Syn. liaison 1987; in U.S. since 1940. Educ: art studies com.; JTS-RA joint law conf.; United Syn. in Riga and Paris. Ed., World Over, a mag- com. on syn. standards; program ed., azine for Jewish children, published by the NBC-TVs "The Eternal Light," and Bd. of Jewish Educ. of NY, 1942-77. A ABC-TV's "Directions." Mem., Comm. painter, book illustrator, and political car- on Jewish Chaplaincy, Natl. JWB, and one toonist whose work appeared in the New of the three eds. of its prayer book for Jew- York Times, New Republic, France Ame- ish military personnel. Author: Seedtime rique, the Nation, and various Jewish pub- and Harvest; Decades of Decision; One in a lications; illustrator, the "Silverman Hag- Minyan, and numerous articles. gadah." Leading collector and authority on Chinese tomb sculpture. Author: An- RUDERMAN, YAAKOV Y., rabbi, Talmud cient Chinese Ceramic Sculpture (1977). scholar; b. Dohlinov, Lithuania, (?), 1900; d., Baltimore, Md., July 11, 1987; in U.S. SOYER, RAPHAEL, artist; b. Borisoglebsk, since 1933. Educ: Slobodka Yeshivah. Set- Russia, Dec. 25, 1899; d. NYC, Nov. 4, tled in Baltimore, where he founded Ner 1987; in U.S. since 1912. Educ: Cooper Israel Rabbinical Coll., which he served as Union; Natl. Acad. Design; Art Students rosh yeshivah (pres. and dean) over 50 League. One of three brothers (Moses, died years, ordaining more than 1,000 rabbis. 1974, and Isaac, died 1981) who achieved Last survivor of the roshei yeshivah who artistic fame, he was a leading painter of came to the U.S. from Lithuania early in the social-realist school and a foe of ab- the century; sr. mem., Council of Torah stract painting. Known for his tender por- Sages, Agudath Israel; chmn., rabbinic ad- traits of New York artists and dancers and visory bd., Torah Umesorah. the city's lonely and dispossessed, as well as for book illustrations, incl. works by I. SACKLER, ARTHUR M., psychiatrist, philan- B. Singer. thropist; b. NYC, Aug. 22, 1913; d. NYC, May 26, 1987. Educ: NYU (BA, MD); STEINBERG, MOSHE, rabbi, Talmud scholar; Cooper Union. Principal owner, William b. Premyslany, Poland, Dec. 27, 1901; d. Douglas MacAdams, a medical ad agency NYC, July 20, 1987; in U.S. since 1947. which he joined while still a medical stu- Chief rabbi, Brody, Poland, 1934-39; dur- dent; pub., Medical Tribune, beginning ing WWII helped to rescue Jewish children OBITUARIES / 525

and place them in monasteries; chief rabbi, WISE, GEORGE S., businessman, philanthro- Krakow, 1945-47. In U.S., served as head pist; b. Pinsk, Poland, Apr. 7, 1906; d. of the Beth Din of the Rabbinical Council Miami Beach, Fla., July 2, 1987; in U.S. of Amer. for 30 years and rabbi, Cong. since 1926. Educ: Furman U.; Columbia Machzeh Avraham, NYC. Regarded as a U. (PhD). Lect, sociol., Columbia U., world authority on Jewish matrimonial 1951-52; visiting prof, U. Mexico, 1956- law. 57. Pres., George S. Wise Co. and Inter- American Paper Corp., manufs. and dis- TAUBES, JACOB, professor; b. Vienna, tribs. of newsprint. Chmn., bd of govs., Austria, Feb. 25, 1924; d. Berlin, W. Ger- Hebrew U., Jerusalem, 1953-62; pres., Tel many, (?), 1987; in U.S. since 1948. Educ: Aviv U., 1963-71, and chancellor thereaf- U.'s of Paris, Basel, Zurich (PhD). Fellow: ter. Chmn., CLAL Investment Co.; pres., Jewish Theol. Sem. of Amer., 1948^9; Isr.-Amer. Chamber of Commerce; dir., Hebrew U. of Jerusalem, 1950-52. Taught Hadera Paper Mills and other Israeli com- at Harvard U., Columbia U., Princeton U., panies; bd. mem.: U. of Miami; Mt. Sinai Free U. of Berlin (1966-87). Author: Medical Center (Miami); Greater Miami Studien an Geschichte und System der Jewish Fed.; Amer. Bd. of Overseers, Bar- Abendldndischen Eschatologie; Logos und Ilan U. Recipient: hon. doctorates: Hebrew Tolos; Abenldndische Eschatologie; On the U., Ben-Gurion U. Ontological Interpretation of Theology; The Nature of the Theological Method; ZORINSKY, EDWARD, politician, business- Theodicy and Theology. man; b. Omaha, Neb., Nov. 11, 1928; d. Omaha, Neb., Mar. 6, 1987. Educ: U. UNTERBERG, CLARENCE, businessman, phi- Neb.; Harvard U. Joined family wholesale lanthropist; b. NYC, May 8, 1901; d. Tin- candy and tobacco bus.; mayor, Omaha, ton Falls, NJ, Nov. 28, 1987. Educ: Phila. 1973-77; U.S. senator, 1977-87. A lifelong Coll. Textile Engineering; Columbia U. Republican, he switched to the Demo- (MBA). Founded C. E. Unterberg, invest- cratic party in 1975, when denied a Senate ment banking and brokerage firm, 1932. nomination by his own party. Scoring Chmn., Bella and Israel Unterberg Found.; upset victories in both the primary and benefactor, Beth Israel Medical Center, general elections in 1976, he became the NYC; bd. mem., UJA-Fed.; trustee and first Jew ever to win a statewide election in hon. trustee, Cong. Shearith Israel, the Neb.; he was reelected in 1982. Mem.: Sen- Spanish and Portuguese Syn., NYC. Re- ate Foreign Relations Com.; Senate Agri- cipient: Herbert H. Lehman Award, Amer. culture, Nutrition, and Forestry Com. Jewish Com. (1971). ZUCKER, MOSES, professor; b. Kopeczowka, WEBER, SIMON, journalist; b. Stashev, Po- Poland, Jan. 14, 1902; d. Miami, Fla., Aug. land, May 4, 1911; d. NYC, Dec. 2, 1987; 7, 1987; in U.S. since 1937. Educ: U. in U.S. since 1929. Writer for Yiddish pa- Vienna; Jewish Theol. Sem. of Vienna pers in Poland; reporter, the Freiheit (NY) (ord.); Dropsie Coll. (PhD). Rabbi: Ave- and Yiddishe Welt (Phila.), in 1930s; nue N Jewish Comm. Center, Brooklyn, joined the NY Forward staff in 1939, where NY, 1938-46; prof., Jewish Theol. Sem. of he remained until his retirement in July Amer., 1947-80; prof. emer. in Rabbinics 1987. Served as news ed., managing ed., since 1980. An expert in Arabic and He- and from 1970, ed. in chief. Editor and brew and noted researcher of the Cairo friend of I.B. Singer, whom he accompa- Geniza documents. Author: two-vols. in nied to Stockholm in 1978, when the writer Hebrew on the works of Saadia Gaon; arti- received the Nobel Prize. Transl. of Upton cles in scholarly journals, incl. Proceedings Sinclair's No Passaran\ into Yiddish. Re- of the Amer. Acad. for Jewish Rsch.. cipient: Atran Literature Prize (1981).