National Jewish Organizations

UNITED STATES

Organizations are listed according to functions as follows: Community Relations 621 Cultural 626 Israel-Related 634 Overseas Aid 647 Religious, Educational Organizations 649 Schools, Institutions 661 Social, Mutual Benefit 672 Social Welfare 674

Note also cross-references under these headings: Professional Associations 679 Women's Organizations 680 Youth and Student Organizations 680

Canada 681

COMMUNITY RELATIONS (212)750-0326. E-mail: info(Sjajc.org. Pres. Richard Sideman; Exec. Dir. David AMERICAN COUNCIL FOR JUDAISM (1943). A. Harris. Protects the rights and free- PO Box 2836, Ponte Vedra Beach. PL doms of Jews the world over; combats big- 32004-2836. (877)-282-3l3t. E-mail: otry and anti-Semitism and promotes [email protected]. Pres. Stephen L. democracy and human rights for all; Naman; Exec. Dir. Rabbi Howard A. works for the security of Israel and deep- Berman. Seeks to advance the universal ened understanding between Americans principles of a Judaism free of national- and Israelis; advocates public-policy posi- ism. and the national, civic, cultural, and tions rooted in American democratic val- social integration into American institu- ues and the perspectives of Jewish tions of Americans of Jewish faith. Issues heritage; and enhances the creative vital- of llie American Council for Judaism: Spe- ity of the Jewish people. Includes Jacob cial Interest Report, (WWW.ACJNA.ORG) and Hilda Blaustein Center for Human AMERICAN JEWISH COMMITTEE (1906). The Relations. Project Interchange, William Jacob Blaustein Building. 165 E. 56 St., Petschek National Jewish Family Center, NYC 10022. (212)751-4000. FAX: Jacob Blaustein Institute for the Ad-

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vancement of Human Rights. Koppelman standards of professional practice in Jew- Institute on American Jewish-Israeli Re- ish community relations: encourages relations. American Jewish Year Book; Com- search and training toward that end; mentary; AJC Journal, (WWW.AJC.ORG) conducts educational programs and seminars; aims to encourage cooperation be- AMERICAN JEWISH CONGRESS (1918). 825 tween community-relations workers and Third Ave., Ste. 1800. NYC 10022. those working in other areas of Jewish (212)879-4500. FAX: (212)249-3672. E- communal service. mail: [email protected]. Pres. Richard Gordon; Exec. Dir. Neil B. Goldstein. CANFEI NESHARIM (2002). 111 Eighth Ave., Works to foster the creative survival of 1 l'h Floor, NYC 10011. (212)284-6745. E- the Jewish people; to help Israel develop mail: [email protected]. Exec. in peace, freedom, and security; to elimi- Dir. Evonne Marzouk. Educates about nate all forms of racial and religious big- protecting the environment, from the per- otry; to advance civil rights, protect civil spective of Torah and Jewish law; en- liberties, defend religious freedom, and courages actions to protect the safeguard the separation of church and environment. Compendium of Sources in state; "The Attorney General for the Jew- Torah and Halacha (biennial): Newsletter ish Community." Congress Monthly; Ju- (monthly e-mail), (WWW.CANFEINE- daism; Inside Israel; Radical Islamic SHARIM.ORG) Fundamentalism Update. (WWW.AJ- CENTER FOR JEWISH COMMUNITY STUDIES CONGRESS.ORG) (1970). Beit Milken. 13 Tel Hai St., AMERICAN JEWISH PUBLIC RELATIONS SO- Jerusalem 92107, Israel. 972-2-5619281. CIETY (1957). 575 Lexington Ave., Suite FAX: 972-25619112. E-mail: jcpa@netvi- 600, NYC 10022. (212)644-2663. FAX: sion.net.il or [email protected]. (212)644-3887. Pres. Diane J. Ehrlich; V- Jerusalem office: Jerusalem Center for Pres., membership, Lauren R. Marcus. Public Affairs. Pres. Amb. Dore Gold; Advances professional status of public- Dir. Gen. Zvi Marom; Chmn. Bd. of relations practitioners employed by Jew- Overseers Michael Rukin. Worldwide polish organizations and institutions or who icy-studies institute devoted to the study represent Jewish-related clients, services, of Jewish community organization, polit- or products; upholds a professional code ical thought, and public affairs, past and of ethics and standards; provides contin- present, in Israel and throughout the uing education and networking opportu- world. Publishes original articles, essays, nities at monthly meetings; serves as a and monographs; maintains library, clearinghouse for employment opportu- archives, and reprint series. Jerusalem nities. AJPRS Reporter; AJPRS Mem- Letter/Viewpoints; Jewish Political Stud- bership Directory. ies Review, (WWW.JCPA.ORG).

ANTI-DEFAMATION LEAGUE OF B'NAI B'RITH CENTER FOR RUSSIAN JEWRY WITH STUDENT (1913). 823 United Nations Plaza, NYC STRUGGLE FOR SOVIET JEWRY/SSSJ 10017. (212)885-7700. FAX: (212)867- (1964). 240 Cabrini Blvd., #5B, NYC 0779. E-mail: [email protected]. Natl. 10033. (212)928-7451. FAX: (212)795- Chmn. Glen Lewy; Natl. Dir. Abraham 8867. Dir./Founder Jacob Birnbaum; H. Foxman. Seeks to combat anti-Semi- Chmn. Dr. Ernest Bloch. Campaigns for tism and to secure justice and fair treat- the human rights of the Jews of the for- ment for all citizens through law, mer USSR, with emphasis on emigration education, and community relations. ADL and Jewish identity; supports programs on the Frontline; Law Enforcement Bul- for needy Jews there and for newcomers in letin; Dimensions; A Journal of Holocaust Israel and USA, stressing employment Studies; Hidden Child Newsletter; Inter- and Jewish education. As the originator national Reports; Civil Rights Reports. of the grassroots movement for Soviet (WWW.ADL.ORG) Jewry in the early 1960s, possesses unique archives. ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH COMMUNITY RE- LATIONS WORKERS (1950). 7800 COALITION ON THE ENVIRONMENT & JEWISH Northaven Road, Dallas, TX 75230. LIFE (1993). 116 East 27,h Street. I0,h (214)615-5229. FAX: (214)373-3186. Pres. floor. New York, NY 10016. (212)532- Marlene Gorin. Aims to stimulate higher 7436. FAX: (212)686-1353. E-mail: NATIONAL. JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 623

[email protected]. Exec. Dir. Barbara I.er- COORDINATING BOARD OF JEWISH ORGANI- man-Golomb. Promotes environmental ZATIONS (1947). 2020 K Street, NW, 7lh education, advocacy, and action in the Floor, Washington. D.C. 20006. (202)857- American Jewish community. Sponsored 6540. FAX: (202)857-6689. Exec. V. Pres. by a broad coalition of Jewish organiza- Daniel S. Mariaschin. To promote the tions; member of the National Religious purposes and principles for which the UN Partnership for the Environment. Bi-an- was created. nual newsletter, (WWW.COEJL.ORG) COUNCIL OF JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS IN COMMISSION ON SOCIAL ACTION OK RE- CIVIL SERVICE, INC. (1948). 45 E. 33 St.. FORM JUDAISM (1953. joint instrumental- Rm. 601, NYC 10016. (212)689-2015. ity of the Union for Reform Judaism and FAX: (212)447-1633. Pres. Louis Weiser; the Central Conference of American 1st V.-Pres. Melvyn Birnbaum. Supports Rabbis). 633 Third Ave., 7th fl„ NYC merit system; encourages recruitment of 10017. (212)650-4160. FAX: (212)650- Jewish youth to government service; 4229. E-mail: [email protected]. Wash. Of- member of Coalition to Free Soviet Jews. fice: 2027 Massachusetts Ave., NW. NY Jewish Community Relations Coun- Washington, DC 20036. Chmn. Robert cil, NY Metropolitan Coordinating Heller; Dir. Rabbi Daniel Polish: Dir. Re- Council on Jewish Poverty, Jewish Labor ligious Action Center of Reform Judaism. Committee, America-Israel Friendship Rabbi David Saperstein. Policy-making League. Council Digest. body that relates ethical and spiritual principles of Judaism to social-justice is- INTERNATIONAL LEAGUE FOR THF. REPATRI- sues; implements resolutions through the ATION OF RUSSIAN JEWS, INC. (1963). 2 Fountain Lane. Suite 2J. Scarsdale. NY Religious Action Center in Washington. 10583. (914)683-3225. FAX: (914)683- DC, via advocacy, development of edu- 3221. Pres. Morris Brafman; Chmn. cational materials, and congregational James II. Rapp. Helped to bring the situ- programs. Tzedek V'Shalom (social ac- ation of Soviet Jews to world attention; tion newsletter); Cliai Impact (legislative catalyst for advocacy efforts, educational update). projects, and programs on behalf of Russ- CONFERENCE OF PRESIDENTS OF MAJOR ian Jews in the former USSR. Israel, and AMERICAN JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS U.S. Provides funds to help Russian Jewry (1955). 633 Third Ave.. NYC 10017. in Israel and the former Soviet Union. (212)318-6111. FAX: (212)644-4135. E- JEWISH COUNCIL FOR PUBLIC AFFAIRS (for- mail: [email protected]. Exec. V.-Chmn. merly NATIONAL JEWISH COMMUNITY RE- Malcolm lloenlein. Seeks to strengthen LATIONS ADVISORY COUNCIL) (1944). 116 the U.S.-lsrael alliance and to protect and E. 27 St., 10th fl.. NYC 10016. (212)684- enhance the security and dignity of Jews 6950. FAX: (212)686-1353. E-mail: con- abroad. Toward this end. the Conference [email protected]. Chair Andrea of Presidents speaks and acts on the basis Weinslein; Exec. Dir. Rabbi Steve Gutow. of consensus of its 54 member agencies National coordinating body for the field on issues of national and international of Jewish community relations, compris- Jewish concern. ing 13 national and 122 local Jewish community-relations agencies. Promotes CONSULTATIVE COUNCIL OF JEWISH ORGA- understanding of Israel and the Middle NIZATIONS-CCJO (1946). 420 Lexington East; supports Jewish communities Ave., Suite 1731. NYC 10170. (212)808- around the world; advocates for equality 5437. Chmn. Ady Steg & Clemens N. and pluralism, and against discrimina- Nathan. A nongovernmental organization, in American society. Through the tion in consultative status with the UN, Council's work, its constituent organiza- UNESCO. ILO, UNICEF, and theCoun- tions seek agreement on policies, strate- cil of Europe; cooperates and consults gies, and programs for effective utilization with, advises, and renders assistance to of their resources for common ends. In- the Economic and Social Council of the sider (Weekly), (WWW.JEWISHPUBI.ICAF- UN on all problems relating to human FAIRS.ORG) rights and economic, social, cultural, educational. and related matters pertaining JEWISH LABOR COMMITTEE (1934). Atran to Jews. Center for Jewish Culture, 25 E. 21 St., 624 / AMERICAN JEWISH YE R BOOK, 2008

NYC 10010. (212)477-0707. FAX: (212) uments and preserves the contributions 477-1918. E-mail: [email protected]. Pres. of Jewish Americans to the peace and Stuart Appelbaum; Acting Dir. Rosalind freedom of the United States: educates Spigel. Serves as liaison between the Jewish the public concerning the courage, hero- community and the trade union move- ism, and sacrifices made by Jewish Amer- ment; works with the U.S. and interna- icans who served in the armed forces; and tional labor movement to combat works to combat anti-Semitism. The Jew- anti-Semitism, promote intergroup rela- ish War Veteran). tions, and engender support for the State of Israel and Jews in and from the former NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH LEGIS- Soviet Union; promotes teaching in pub- LATORS (1976). 65 Oak wood St., Albany, lic schools about the Holocaust and Jew- NY 12208. (518)527-3353. FAX: (518) ish resistance; strengthens support within 458-8512. E-mail: [email protected]. Exec. the Jewish community for the social goals Dir. Marc Hiller; Pres. Sen. Richard and programs of the labor movement; Cohen, Minn, state senator. A nonparti- supports Yiddish-language and cultural san Jewish state legislative network fo- institutions. Jewish Labor Committee Re- cusing on domestic issues and publishing view; Issues Alert; Alumni Newsletter. newsletters. Maintains close ties with the (WWW.JEWISHLABOR.ORG) Knesset and Israeli leaders.

NCSJ: ADVOCATES ON BEHALF OF JEWS IN JEWISH PEACE FELLOWSHIP (1941). Box 271, Nyack, NY 10960. (914)358-4601. FAX: RUSSIA, UKRAINE, THE BALTIC STATES (914)358-4924. E-mail: [email protected]. AND EURASIA (formerly AMERICAN JEW- Hon. Pres. Rabbi Philip Bentley; Ch. ISH CONFERENCE ON SOVIET JEWRY) Murray Polner. Unites those who believe (1964; reorg. 1971). 2020 K. Street NW, that Jewish ideals and experience provide Suite 7800, Washington, DC 200006. inspiration for a nonviolent philosophy (202)898-2500. FAX: (202)898-0822. E- and way of life; offers draft counseling, mail: [email protected]. N.Y. office: 823 especially for conscientious objection United Nations Plaza, NYC 10017. based on Jewish "religious training and (212)808-0295. Chmn. Edward Robin; belief"; encourages Jewish community to Pres. Lesley Israel; Exec. Dir. Mark B. become more knowledgeable, concerned, Levin. Coordinating agency for major na- and active in regard to the war/peace tional Jewish organizations and local problem. Shalom/Jewish Peace Letter. community groups in the U.S., acting on (WWW.JEWISIIPEACEFELLOWSHIP.ORG) behalf of Jews in the former Soviet Union (FSU); provides information about Jews JEWISH WAR VETERANS OF THE UNITED in the FSU through public education and STATES OF AMERICA (1896). 1811 R St., social action; reports and special pam- NW, Washington. DC 20009. (202)265- phlets. special programs and projects, 6280. FAX: (202)234-5662. E-mail: public meetings and forums. Newswatch; [email protected]. Natl. Exec. Dir. Herb annual report; action and program kits; Rosenbleeth; Natl. Commander Lawrence- Tekuma. (WWW.NCSJ.ORG) Shulman. Seeks to foster true allegiance to the United States; to combat bigotry and , SOVIET JEWRY RESEARCH BUREAU. prevent defamation of Jews; to encourage Chmn. Denis C. Braham; Pres. Howard the doctrine of universal liberty, equal E. Sachs. Organized by NCSJ to monitor rights, and full justice for all; to cooperate emigration trends. Primary task is the ac- with and support existing educational in- cumulation, evaluation, and processing of stitutions and establish new ones; to fos- information regarding Jews in the FSU, ter the education of ex-servicemen, especially those who apply for emigration. ex-servicewomen, and members in the ideals and principles of Americanism. NATIONAL JEWISH DEMOCRATIC COUNCIL Jewish Veteran. (1990). PO BOX 75308 Washington. DC 20013-5308. (202)216-9060. FAX: , NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AMERICAN (202)216-9061. E-mail: [email protected]. JEWISH MILITARY HISTORY (1958). 1811 R Chmn. Michael Adler; Exec. Dir. Ira N. St., NW, Washington, DC 20009. E-mail: Forman. An independent organization [email protected]. (202)265-6280. committed to strengthening Jewish par- FAX: (202)234-5662. Pres. Edwin Gold- ticipation in the Democratic party pri- wasser; Archivist Tom Wildenberg. Doc- marily through grassroots activism. The NATIONAL. JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 625

national voice of Jewish Democrats, corporate irresponsibility. Initiated A.J. NJDC is dedicated to fighting the radical Heschel 25th Yahrzeit observance. Trains right and promoting Jewish values and in- next generation of tikkun olam activists. terests in the Democratic party. Holds colloquia on issues like environ- (WWW.NJDC.ORG) mental causes of cancer. New Menorali. (WWW.SHALOMCTR.ORG) REPUBLICAN JEWISH COALITION (1985). 50 F Street, NW Suite 100, Washington. DC UN WATCH (1993). 1, rue de Varembe, PO 20001. (202) 638-6688. FAX: (202)638- Box 191, 1211 Geneva 20, Switzerland. 6694. E-mail: [email protected]. Natl. Chmn. (41-22)734.14.72. FAX: (41-22)734.16.13. David M. Flaum: Exec. Dir. Matthew E-mail: [email protected]. Exec. Dir. Brooks. Promotes involvement in Repub- Hillel Neuer; Chm. Amb. Alfred H. lican politics among its members: sensi- Moses. An affiliate of AJC, UN Watch tizes Republican leaders to the concerns measures UN performance by the yard- of the American Jewish community: pro- stick of the UN's Charter; advocates the motes principles of free enterprise, a non-discriminatory application of the strong national defense, and an interna- Charter; opposes the use of UN fora to tionalist foreign policy. RJC Bulletin. attack Israel and promote anti-Semitism; (WWW.RJCHO.ORG) and seeks to institutionalize at the UN the fight against worldwide anti-Semi- SECURE COMMUNITY NETWORK (2004). tism. UN Watch. Briefing (WWW.UN- (212)284-6940. FAX: (212)284-6949. E- WATCH.ORC.) mail: [email protected]. Chmn. Mark Broxmeyer; Chmn. Law Enforcement Ad- UCSJ: UNION OF COUNCILS FOR JEWS IN visory Comm.: Steven Pomerantz. A na- THE FORMER SOVIET UNION (formerly tional body created by the Conference of UNION OF COUNCILS FOR SOVIET JEWS) Presidents, United Jewish Communities, (1970). 1819 H St., NW, Suite 230. Wash- and American Jewish Committee to inform ington. DC 20005. (202)775-9770. FAX: and educate Jewish organizations so they (202)775-9776. E-mail: [email protected]. can adopt and institute intelligent and fis- Pres. Yosef I. Abramowitz; Natl. Dir. cally prudent security policies, procedures, Micah II. Naftalin. Devoted to promot- and tactics in the fight against terrorism. ing religious liberty, freedom of emigra- (WWW.SCNUS.ORG) tion, and security for Jews in the FSU SHALEM CENTER (1994). 881 High Street, (former Soviet Union) through advocacy Suite 206. Worthington, OH 43085. and monitoring of anti-Semitism, neo- (877)298-7300. FAX: (888)766-1506. E- facism, human rights, rule of law, and mail: [email protected]. Pres. Yoram democracy. Ofiers educational, cultural, Hazony (Israel); Academic Director, medical, and humanitarian aid through Daniel Polisar (Israel). The purposes and the Yad L'Yad partnership program pair- activities of the Shalem Center are to in- ing Jewish communities in the US and the crease public understanding and conduct FSU; advocates for refuseniks and polit- educational and research activities on the ical prisoner, (WWW.FSUMONITOR.COM) improvement of Jewish national public WORLD CONGRESS OF GAY. LESBIAN, BI- life, and to develop a community of in- SEXUAL & TRANSGENDER JEWS (1980). 8 tellectual leaders to shape the state of Is- Letitia St., Philadelphia. PA 19106-3050. rael into a secure, free, and prosperous (609)396-1972. FAX: (215)873-0108. E- society. Azure, (WWW.SHALEM.ORG.IL/ mail: [email protected]. Pres. David HEBREW) Gellman (San Francisco, CA); V.-Pres SHALOM CENTER (1983). 6711 Lincoln Dr., Luis Perelman (Mexico City, Mexico). Philadelphia, PA 19119. (215)844-8494. Supports, strengthens, and represents E-mail: [email protected]. (Part of over 67 Jewish gay and lesbian organiza- Aleph Alliance for Jewish Renewal.) Pres. tions across the globe and the needs of Rabbi Mordechai Liebling; Exec. Dir. gay and lesbian Jews generally. Chal- Rabbi Arthur Waskow. National resource lenges homophobia and sexism within the and organizing center for Jewish perspec- Jewish community and responds to anti- tives on dealing with overwork in Ameri- Semitism at large. Sponsors regional and can society, environmental dangers, international conferences. The Digest. unrestrained technology, militarism, and (WWW.GI.BTJF.WS.ORG) 626 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEA R BOOK, 2007

WORLD JEWISH CONGRESS (1936; org. in (410)581-0108. E-mail: ofTice@jewish U.S. 1939). PO Box 90400, Washington art.org. Pres. David Klass; 1st V.-Pres. DC, 20090. (212) 755-5770. FAX: (212) Richard McBee. A not-for-profit mem- 755-5883. Pres. Ronald S. Lauder; Bd. bership organization for those with in- Chmn. Matthew Bronfman. Seeks to interests in the Judaic arts, including tensify bonds of world Jewry with Israel; artists, galleries, collectors & retailers of to strengthen solidarity among Jews Judaica, writers, educators, appraisers, everywhere and secure their rights, status, museum curators, conservators, lecturers, and interests as individuals and commu- and others personally or professionally nities; to encourage Jewish social, reli- involved in the field. Helps to promote gious, and cultural life throughout the members' art. Hiddur (quarterly); Up- world and coordinate efforts by Jewish date (members' networking newsletter). communities and organizations to cope (WWW.JEWISHART.ORG) with any Jewish problem; to work for AMERICAN JEWISH HISTORICAL SOCIETY human rights generally. Represents its af- (1892). 15 W. 16 St., NYC 10011. filiated organizations-most representative (212)294-6160. FAX: (212)294-6161. E- bodies of Jewish communities in more mail: [email protected]. Chmn. David than 80 countries and 35 national orga- Solomon; Pres./CEO Sidney Lapidus. nizations in American section-at UN, Collects, catalogues, publishes, and dis- OAS, UNESCO, Council of Europe, plays material on the history of the Jews ILO, UNICEF, and other governmental, in America; serves as an information cen- intergovernmental, and international au- ter for inquiries on American Jewish his- thorities. WJC Report; Boletin Informa- tory; maintains archives of original tivo OJI; Dialogues; Dateline; World source material on American Jewish his- Jewry; Coloquio; Batfutsot; Geslier. tory; sponsors lectures and exhibitions; (WWW.WORLDJEWISHCONGRESS.ORG) makes available audiovisual material. American Jewish History; Heritage. CULTURAL (WWW.AJHS.ORG) AMERICAN ACADEMY FOR JEWISH RE- SEARCH (1929). 420 Walnut Street, AMERICAN JEWISH PRESS ASSOCIATION Philadelphia, PA 19106. (215)238-1290. (1944). Natl. Admin. Off.: 1828 LSt.NW, FAX: (215)238-1540. Pres. Robert Suite 720, Washington, DC 20036. Chazan. Encourages Jewish learning and (202)785-2282. FAX: (202)785-2307. E- mail: [email protected]. Pres. Aaron Cohen; research; holds annual or semiannual Exec. Dir. Toby Dershowitz. Seeks the ad- meeting; awards grants for the publica- vancement of Jewish journalism and the tion of scholarly works. maintenance of a strong Jewish press in AMERICAN GATHERING OF JEWISH HOLO- the U.S. and Canada; encourages the at- CAUST SURVIVORS. 122 W. 30 St., #205. tainment of the highest editorial and NYC 10001. (212)239-4230. FAX: (212) business standards; sponsors workshops, 279-2926. E-mail: mail@americangather- services for members; sponsors annual ing.org. Pres. Sam E. Bloch. Dedicated to competition for Simon Rockower Awards documenting the past and passing on a for excellence in Jewish journalism. Mem- legacy of remembrance. Compiles the bership bulletin newsletter. National Registry of Jewish Holocaust AMERICAN SEPHARDI FEDERATION (1973). Survivors-to date, the records of more lh than 165,000 survivors and their families- 15 W. 16 St., 6 Floor, NYC 10011. housed at the U.S. Holocaust Memorial (212)294-8350. FAX: (212)294-8348. E- Museum in Washington. DC: holds an mail: [email protected]. Pres. David E.R. Dan- annual Yom Ilashoah commemoration goor: Exec. Dir. Lynne M. Winters. The and occasional international gatherings; central voice of the American Sephardic sponsors an intensive summer program community, representing a broad spectrum for U.S. teachers in Poland and Israel to of Sephardic organizations, congregations, prepare them to teach about the Holo- and educational institutions. Seeks to caust. Together (newspaper). strengthen and unify the community through education, communication, advo- AMERICAN GUILD OF JUDAIC ART (1991). cacy, and leadership development, creat- 15 Greenspring Valley Rd.. Owings Mills, ing greater awareness and appreciation of MD 21117. (410)902-0411. FAX: its rich and unique history and culture. NATIONAL. JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 627

Sephardic Today, (VVWW.AMERICANSE- of Fame. Provides exhibitions, tours, edu- FARDIFEDERATION.ORG) cational programs, research assistance, and tourist information. Permanent col- AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR JEWISH MUSIC lection catalogue; temporary exhibit cata- (1974). c/o The Center for Jewish History, logues. 15 W. 16 St., NYC 10011. (212)294-8328. FAX: (212)294-6161. Pres. Michael Leav- CENTRAL YIDDISH CULTURE ORGANIZATION itt; V.-Pres. Judith Tischler & Martha (CYCO), INC. (1943 incorporated) (1948- Novick; Sec. Fortuna Calvo Roth; Bd. non profit status). 25 E. 21 St., 3rd fl., Chmn. Rabbi Henry D. Michelman; NYC 10010. (212) 505-8305. FAX: Treas. Cantor Nathaniel Benjamin. Pro- (212)505-8044. E-mail: cycobooks@earth- motes the knowledge, appreciation, and link.net. Pres. Dr. Barnett ZumolT; Exec. development of Jewish music, past and Officer Hy Wolfe. To promote the Yiddish present, for professional and lay audi- word that is Cyco's purpose. We do this ences; seeks to raise the standards of com- through the promotion, publication and position and performance in Jewish distribution of Yiddish books, music music, to encourage research, and to books, CDs, tapes and albums. All in Yid- sponsor performances of new and rarely dish! heard works. Musica Judaica Journal. CONFERENCE ON JEWISH SOCIAL STUDIES, ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH BOOK PUBLISHERS INC. (formerly CONFERENCE ON JEWISH (1962). c/o Jewish Book Council, 15 East RELATIONS, INC.) (1939). Bldg. 240, Rm. 26lh Street. I0"1 Floor, New York. NY 103. Program in Jewish Studies, Stanford 10010. (212)532-4949. FAX: (212)481- University, Stanford, CA 94305-2190. 4174. Email: [email protected]. (650)725-0829. FAX:(650)725-2920. E- Pres. Ellen Frankel. Asa nonprofit group, mail: [email protected]. Pres. provides a forum for discussion of mu- Steven J. Zipperstein; V.-Pres. Aron Ro- tual areas of interest among Jewish pub- drigue. Jewish Social Studies. lishers, and promotes cooperative exhibits CONGREGATION BINA (1981). 600 W. End and promotional opportunities for mem- Ave.. Suite l-C, NYC 10024. (212)873- bers. Membership fee is $85 annually per 4261. E-mail: samueldivekar@hotmail publishing house. .com. Pres. Joseph Moses; Exec. V.-Pres. ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH LIBRARIES (1965). Moses Samson; Hon. Pres. Samuel M. 15 E. 26 St., 10,h fl, NYC 10010. (212)725- Daniel: Sec. Gen. Elijah E. Jhirad. Serves 5359. FAX: (212)481-4174. E-mail: the religious, cultural, charitable, and [email protected]. Pres. Pearl Berger; philanthropic needs of the Children of Is- V.-Pres. Ronda Rose. Seeks to promote rael who originated in India and now re- side in the U.S. Works to foster and and improve services and professional preserve the ancient traditions, customs, standards in Jewish libraries; disseminates liturgy, music, and folklore of Indian Jewish library information and guidance; Jewry and to maintain needed institu- promotes publication of literature in the tions. Kol Bina. Held: encourages the establishment of Jewish libraries and collections of Judaica CONGRESS FOR JEWISH CULTURE (1948). 25 and the choice of Judaica librarianship E. 21 St., NYC 10010. (212)505-8040. as a profession; recertifies Jewish li- FAX: (212)505-8044. E-mail: kongres@ braries. AJL Newsletter, Judaica Librari- earthlink.net. Exec. Dir. Shane Baker. anship. Congress for Jewish Culture administers the book store CYCO and publishes the B'NAI B'RITH KLUTZNICK NATIONAL JEW- ISH MUSEUM (1957). 1640 Rhode Island world's oldest Yiddish journal. The Ave.. NW, Washington, DC 20036. Zukunft. Currently producing a two vol- (202)857-6583. FAX: (202)857-1099. A ume anthology of Yiddish literature in center of Jewish art and history in the na- America. Activities include yearly memo- tion's capital, maintains temporary and rials for the Warsaw ghetto uprising and permanent exhibition galleries, permanent the murdered Soviet Yiddish writers, also collection of Jewish ceremonial objects, readings and literary afternoons. The folk art, and contemporary fine art, out- Zukunft; Bulletin: In the World of Yiddish. door sculpture garden and museum shop, ELAINE KAUFMAN CULTURAL CENTER as well as the American Jewish Sports Hall (1952). 129 W. 67 St., NYC 10023. 628 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 2007

(212)501-3303. FAX: (212)874-7865. HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL CENTER (1984). Email: [email protected]. Hon. Chmn. 28123 Orchard Lake Rd., Farmington Leonard Goodman; Chmn. Phyllis Feder; Hills. MI 48334. (248)553-2400. FAX: Pres. Bethany Millard; Exec. Dir. Lydia (248)553-2433. E-mail: info@holocaust- Kontos. Offers instruction in its Lucy center.org. Founder & Dir. Rabbi Charles Moses School for Music and Dance in Rosenzveig. America's first free-standing music, dance, art, and theater to children Holocaust center comprising a museum, and adults, in Western culture and Jewish library-archive, oral history collection, traditions. Presents frequent perfor- garden of the righteous, research institute mances of Jewish and general music by and academic advisory committee. Pro- leading artists and ensembles in its vides tours, lecture series, teacher train- Merkin Concert Hall and Ann Goodman ing, Yom Hashoah commemorations, Recital Hall. The Birnbaum Music Li- exhibits, educational outreach programs, brary houses Jewish music scores and ref- speakers' bureau, computer database on 1,200 destroyed Jewish communities, erence books. In Harmony (quarterly guided travel tours to concentration newsletter); EKCC Events (bimonthly cal- camps and Israel, and museum shop. Pub- endar); Bimonthly concert calendars; cat- lished World Reacts to the Holocaust; Sur- alogues and brochures, (WWW.EKCC.ORG) vey of U.S. Federal. U.S. State and FOUNDATION FOR JEWISH CULTURE (I960). Canadian Provincial Support forHolocaust 330 Seventh Ave., 21st fl„ NYC 10001. Education, Newsletter. (212)629-0500. FAX: (212)629-0508. E- mail: [email protected]. Pres. Carol HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL RESOURCE & EDU- B. Spinner; Exec. Dir. Elise Bernhardt. CATION CENTER OF CENTRAL FLORIDA The leading Jewish organization devoted (1982). 851 N. Maitland Ave.. Maitland, to promoting Jewish culture in the U.S. FL 32751. (407)628-0555. FAX: (407)628- Manages the Jewish Endowment for the 1079. E-mail: [email protected]. Arts and Humanities; administers the Pres. Stan Sujka. MD; Bd. Chmn. Tess Council of American Jewish Museums Wise. An interfaith educational center de- and Council of Archives and Research voted to teaching the lessons of the Holo- Libraries in Jewish Studies; offers doc- caust. Houses permanent multimedia toral dissertation fellowships, new play educational exhibit; maintains library of books, videotapes, films, and other visu- commissions, and grants for documentary als to serve the entire educational estab- films, recording of Jewish music, con- lishment; offers lectures, teacher training, temporary choregraphy, fiction and non- and other activities. Newsletter; Bibliog- fiction writing, and cultural preservation; raphy; "Holocaust-Lessons for Tomor- coordinates community cultural residen- row"; elementary and middle school cies, local cultural councils, and national curriculum. cultural consortia; sponsors conferences, symposia, and festivals in the arts and hu- HOLOCAUST MUSEUM AND LEARNING CEN- manities. Jewish Culture News. Culture TER IN MEMORY OF GLORIA GOLDSTEIN Currents (electronic). (1995) (formerly ST. LOUIS CENTER FOR HOLOCAUST STUDIES) (1977). 12 Mill- HOLOCAUST CENTER OF THE UNITED JEWISH stone Campus Dr., St. Louis, MO 63146. FEDERATION OF GREATER PITTSBURGH (1980). 5738 Darlington Rd., Pittsburgh, (314)432-0020. FAX: (314)432-1277. E- PA 15217. (412)421-1500. FAX: mail: [email protected]. Chmn. Richard (412)422-1996. E-mail: [email protected]. W. Stein; Curator/Dir. Of Ed. Dan A. Pres. Holocaust Comm. Chair Dr. Bar- Reich; Exec. Dir. Barbara Raznick; Dir. bara Burstin; UJF. Ch. James A. Of Admin. & Dev. Brian Bray. Develops Rudolph; Dir. Linda F. Hurwitz. Devel- programs and provides resources and ed- ops programs and provides resources to ucational materials to further an under- further understanding of the Holocaust standing of the Holocaust and its impact and its impact on civilization. Maintains on civilization; has a 5.000 sq. ft. museum a library, archive; provides speakers, containing photographs, artifacts, and educational materials; organizes com- audiovisual displays. Newsletter. munity programs. Published collection INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH of survivor and liberator stories. GENEALOGICAL SOCIETIES (1988). 4430 (WWW.UJFHC.NET) Mt. Paran Pkwy NW, Atlanta, GA NATIONAL. JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 629

30327-3747. (404)261-8662. Fax: 7812. E-mail: [email protected]. Exec. Dir. (404)228-7125. E-mail: homargol@aol Dr. Gary P. Zoia. Promotes the study and .com. Pres. Anne Feder Lee. Umbrella or- preservation of the Western Hemisphere ganization of more than 70 Jewish Ge- Jewish experience through research, pub- nealogical Societies (JGS) worldwide. lications, collection of important source Represents organized Jewish genealogy, materials, and a vigorous public-outreach encourages Jews to research their family program. American Jewish Archives Jour- history, promotes new JGSs. supports ex- nal, Monographs. Pamphlets, booklets, ed- isting societies. implements projects of in- ucational materials and posters. terest to individuals researching their Jewish family histories. Holds annual con- JEWISH AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR HISTORIC ference where members learn and ex- PRESERVATION (1997). 16405 Equestrian change ideas, (WWW.IAJGS.ORG) Lane, Rockville, MD 20855. (301)977- 3637. FAX: (301)977-3888. E-mail: INTERNATIONAL JEWISH MEDIA ASSOCIA- [email protected]. Pres. Jerry Klinger. TION (1987). U.S.: c/o St. Louis Jewish Identifies and publicizes sites of Ameri- Light, 12 Millstone Campus Dr., St. Louis, can Jewish historical interest; in cooper- MO 63146. (314)432-3353. FAX: ation with local historical societies and (314)432-0515. E-mail: stlouislgt@aol houses of worship, promotes programs to .com and [email protected]. Israel: PO stress the commonality of the American Box 92, Jerusalem 91920. 02-202-222. experience, (WWW.JASHP.ORG) FAX: 02-513-642. Pres. Robert A. Cohn (c/o St. Louis Jewish Light); Exec. Dir. JEWISH BOOK COUNCIL (1946; reorg. 1993). Toby Dershowitz. 1828 L St. NW. Suite 520 8lh Avenue. 4lh Floor New York, 402. Washington. DC 20036. (202)785- NYI00I8. (212)201-2920. E-mail: 2282. FAX: (202)785-2307. E-mail: toby® [email protected]. Pres. Lawrence J. dershowitz.com. Israel Liaisons Jacob Gis- Krule; Bd. Chmn. Henry Everett; Exec. pan & Lifsha Ben-Shach, WZO Dept. of Dir. Carolyn Starman Hessel. Serves as Info. A worldwide network of Jewish jour- literary arm of the American Jewish nalists, publications and other media in the community and clearinghouse for Jew- Jewish and general media, which seeks to ish-content literature: assists readers, provide a forum for the exchange of mate- writers, publishers, and those who market rials and ideas and to enhance the status of and sell products. Provides bibliogra- Jewish media and journalists throughout phies, list of publishers, bookstores, book the world. IJMA Newsletter Proceedings fairs. Sponsors National Jewish Book of the International Conference on Jewish Awards, Jewish Book Month, Jewish Media. Book Fair Network. Jewish Book Annual; Jewish Book World, (WWW.JEWISHBOOK INTERNATIONAL NETWORK OFCHII.DRENOF COUNCIL.ORG) JEWISH HOLOCAUST SURVIVORS, INC. (1981). 13899 Biscayne Blvd. Suite 404, N. JEWISH FEDERATION'S LOS ANGF.LES MU- Miami, Fl. 33181. (305)919-5690. FAX: SEUM OF THE HOLOCAUST (MARTYRS (305)919-5691. E-mail: [email protected]. MEMORIAL) (org. mid-1960s: opened Pres. Rositta E. Kenigsberg; Founding 1978). 6006 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, Chmn. Menachem Z. Rosensaft. Links CA 90036. (323)761-8170. FAX: Second Generation groups and individu- (323)761-8174. E-mail: museumiemp@ als throughout the world. Represents the jewishla.org. Chmn. Gary John Schiller; shared interests of children of Holocaust Director Rachel L. Jayoela. A photo- survivors; aims to perpetuate the authen- narrative museum and resource center tic memory of the 1 lolocaust and prevent dedicated to Holocaust history, issues of its recurrence, to strengthen and preserve genocide and prejudice, curriculum de- the Jewish spiritual, ideological, and cul- velopment, teacher training, research and tural heritage, to fight anti-Semitism and exhibitions. PAGES, a newslettr; Those all forms of discrimination, persecution, Who Dared: Rescuers and Rescued: Guide and oppression anywhere in the world. to Scliindler's List:Anne Frank: A Teach- ing. JACOB RADER MARCUS CENTER OF THE AMERICAN JEWISH ARCHIVES (1947). 3101 JEWISH HERITAGE PROJECT (1981). 150 Clifton Ave.. Cincinnati, OH 45220. Franklin St., #IW. NYC 10013. (212)925- (513)221-1875 ext. 403. FAX: (513)221- 9067. E-mail: [email protected]. Exec. Dir. 630 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEA R BOOK, 2007

Alan Adelson. Strives to bring to the News: special exhibition catalogues; schol- broadest possible audience authentic arly books. works of literary and historical value relating to Jewish history and culture. With JUDAICA CAPTIONED FILM CENTER, INC. funding from the National Endowment (1983). PO Box 21439, Baltimore, MD of the Arts, Jewish Heritage runs the Na- 21282-1439. Voice Relay Service (I- tional Initiative in the Literature of the 800)735-2258; TDD (410)655-6767. E- Holocaust. Not a grant giving organiza- mail: [email protected]. Pres. Lois tion. Distributor of the film Lodz Ghetto, Lilienfeld Weiner. Developing a compre- which it developed, as well as its com- hensive library of captioned and subti- panion volume Lodz Ghetto: Inside a tled films and tapes on Jewish subjects; Community Under Siege; Better Than distributes them to organizations serving Gold: An immigrant Family's First Years the hearing-impaired, including main- in Brooklyn. stream classes and senior adult groups, on a free-loan, handling/shipping-charge- JEWISH MUSEUM (1904, under auspices of only basis. Newsletter. Jewish Theological Seminary). 1109 Fifth JUDAICA INSTITUTE OF AMERICA (2007). 3907 Ave., NYC 10128. (212)423-3200. FAX: Fordham Dr., Baltimore, MD 21215. (212)423-3232. Dir. Joan H. Rosenbaum; Bd. Chmn. Robert J. Hurst. Expanded (443)621-3584. FAX: (925)892-7381. E- mail: [email protected]. Pres Ronald J. museum features permanent exhibition Schwartz. A nondenominational arts-edu- on the Jewish experience. Repository of cation initiative that promotes Jewish her- the largest collection of Jewish related itage, literature, identity, and visual culture; paintings, prints, photographs, sculpture, supports scholarly research in Judaica. coins, medals, antiquities, textiles, and other decorative arts-in the Western (WWW.JUDIN.ORG) Hemisphere. Includes the National Jewish LEAGUE FOR YIDDISH. INC. (1979). 200 W. Archive of Broadcasting. Tours, lectures, 72 St.. Suite 40. NYC 10023. (212)787- film showings, and concerts; special pro- 6675. E-mail: [email protected]. Pres. grams for children; cafe; shop. Special ex- Dr. Zuni Zelitch. Encourages the devel- hibition catalogues; annual report. opment and use of Yiddish as a living lan- (WWW.THEJEWISHMUSEUM.ORG) guage; promotes its modernization and standardization; publisher of Yiddish JEWISH PUBLICATION SOCIETY (1888). 2100 ND textbooks and English-Yiddish dictio- Arch St., 2 fl„ Philadelphia, PA 19103. naries; most recent book The Standard- (215)832-0600. FAX: (215)568-2017. E- ized Yiddish Orthography; Afn Shvel mail: [email protected]. Pres. (quarterly), (WWW.METALAB.UNC.EDU/ Allan R. Frank; CEO/Ed.-in-Chief Dr. YIDDISH/YIDLEAGUE) Ellen Frankel. Publishes and disseminates books of Jewish interest for adults and LEOBAECK INSTITUTE. INC. (1955). 15 W. 16 children; titles include TANAKH, reli- St.. NYC 10011-6301. (212)744-6400. gious studies and practices, life cycle, folk- FAX: (212)988-1305. E-mail: lbaeck@ lore, classics, art. history. Booklink JPS lbi.cjh.org. Pres. Ismar Schorsch; Exec. Catalogue, (WWW.JEWISHPUB.ORG) Dir. Carol Kahn Strauss. A research, study, and lecture center, museum, library, JUDAH L. MAGNES MUSEUM-JEWISH MU- and archive relating to the history of Ger- SEUM OF THE WEST (1962). 2911 Russell man-speaking Jewry. Offers lectures, ex- St., Berkeley, CA 94705. (510)549-6950. hibits, faculty seminars; publishes a series FAX: (510)849-3673. E-mail: pfpr@mag- of monographs, yearbooks, and journals. nesmuseum.org. Pres. Fred Weiss; Dir. LBI News; LB! Yearbook; LBI Memorial Susan Morris. Collects, preserves, and Lecture; occasional papers, (WWW.LBI.ORG) makes available Jewish art. culture, history, and literature from throughout the LIVING TRADITIONS (1994), (c/o WORK- world. Permanent collections of fine and MAN'S CIRCLE) 45 East 33,D Street. New ceremonial art; rare Judaica library. West- York, NY 10016. (212)532-8202. E-mail: ern Jewish History Center (archives), Jew- [email protected]. Pres. Henry ish-American Hall of Fame. Changing Sapoznik; V.-Pres. Sherry Mayrent. Non- exhibits, traveling exhibits, docent tours, profit membership organization dedicated lectures, numismatics series, poetry and to the study, preservation, and innovative video awards, museum shop. Magnes continuity of traditional folk and popular NATIONAL. JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 631

culture through workshops, concerts, group intolerance, struggle for civil rights, recordings, radio and film documentaries; and 20th-century genocides, culminating clearinghouse for research in kleznicr and in a major exhibition on the Holocaust. other traditional music; sponsors yearly Archives. Multimedia Learning Center weeklong international cultural event, designed for individualized research. "Yiddish Polk Arts Program/' KlezKamp."' 6,700-square-foot temporary exhibit Living Traditions (newsletter), (www. space. 324-seat theater, 150-seat audito- LIVINGTRADITIONS.ORG) rium, and outdoor memorial plaza. (WWW.WIF.SENTHAL.COM) MARTIN BUBF.R INSTITUTE (1990), 203 Rock- ing Stone Ave., Larchmont, NY 10538. NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AMERICAN JEWISH (914)833-7731. F.-mail: HM64@colum- HISTORY (1976). Independence Mall E. 55 bia.edu. Hon. Chmn. Prof. Maurice Fried- N. Fifth St. Philadelphia, PA 19106-2197. man; Pres. Dr. Hune Margulies. Sponsors (215) 923-3811. FAX: (215) 923-0763. E- seminars, workshops, conferences, and mail: [email protected]. Dir./CF.OGwen publications to encourage the exchange of Goodman. The only museum in the nation ideas about the life and thought of Buber. to offer education, exhibits, and programs Martin Buber Review (annual). dedicated to preserving the history and culture of the Jewish people in America; lo- MEMORIAL FOUNDATION FOR JEWISH CUL- cated across from the Liberty Bell. h TURE. INC. (1964). 50 West Broadway, 34' (WWW.NMAJII.ORG) Floor, NYC 10004. (212)425-6606. FAX: (212)425-6602. Pres. Prof. Anita Shapira; NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AMERICAN JEWISH Exec. V.-Pres. Jerry Hochbaum. Through MILITARY HISTORY (.see JEWISH WAR VET- the grants that it awards, encourages Jew- ERANS OF THE U.S.A.) ish scholarship, culture, and education: NATIONAL YIDDISH BOOK CENTER (1980). supports communities that are struggling 1021 West St., Amherst, MA 01002. to maintain Jewish life; assists profes- (413)256-4900. FAX: (413)256-4700. E- sional training for careers in communal mail: [email protected]. Pres. Aaron service in Jewishly deprived communities; Lansky; V.-Pres. Nancy Sherman. Since and stimulates the documentation, com- 1980 the center has collected 1.5 million memoration, and teaching of the Holo- Yiddish books for distribution to readers caust. (WWW.MFJC.ORG) and libraries worldwide; digitized more than 12,000 Yiddish titles, offered a range MUSEUM OF JEWISH HERITAGE—A LIVING of educational programs in Yiddish and MEMORIAL TO THE HOI OCAUST (1984). 36 modern culture, and published Pakn Battery Park Plaza. NYC 10004-1484. Treger, an award-winning English-lan- (212)968-1800. FAX: (212)968-1368. Bd. guage magazine, (WWW.YIDDISIIBOOK Chmn. Robert M. Morgenthau: Museum CENTER.ORG) Pres. Dr. Alfred Gottschalk: Museum Dir. David Marwell. New York tri-state's ORTHODOX JEWISH ARCHIVES (1978). 42 principal institution for educating people Broadway, New York. NY 10004. of all ages and backgrounds about 20th- (212)797-9000. ext. 73. FAX: (212)269- century Jewish history and the Holocaust. 2843. Exec. V-Pres. Rabbi Shmuel Bloom Repository of Steven Spielberg's Sur- & Shlomo Gertzullin: Dir. Rabbi Moshe vivors of the Shoah Visual History Foun- Kolodny. Founded by Agudath Israel of dation videotaped testimonies. Core and America; houses historical documents, special exhibitions. 18 First Place photographs, periodicals, and other pub- (newsletter); Holocaust bibliography; ed- lications relating to the growth of Ortho- ucational materials, (WWW.MJHNYC.ORG) dox Jewry in the U.S. and related communities in Europe. Israel, and else- MUSEUM OF TOLERANCE OF THE SIMON where. Particularly noteworthy are its WIESENTHAI. CENTER (1993). 9786 W. holdings relating to rescue activities or- Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90035-4792. ganized during the Holocaust and its (310)553-8403. FAX: (310)553-4521. F.- traveling exhibits available to schools and mail: [email protected]. Dean- other institutions. Founder Rabbi Marvin Hier; Assoc. Dean Rabbi Abraham Cooper; Exec. Dir. RESEARCH FOUNDATION FOR JEWISH IMMI- Rabbi Meyer May. A unique experiential GRATION. INC. (1971). 570 Seventh Ave., museum focusing on personal prejudice. NYC 10018. (212)921-3871. FAX: 632 / AMERICAN JEWISH YE R BOOK, 2008

(212)575-1918. Sec./Coord. of Research stitution of its kind in N. America dedi- Herbert A. Strauss; Archivist Dennis E. cated to the study of the Holocaust, its Rohrbaugh. Studies and records the his- contemporary implications, and related tory of the migration and acculturation of human-rights issues through education Central European German-speaking Jew- and awareness. Incorporates 185,000-sq.- ish and non-Jewish Nazi persecutees in ft. Museum of Tolerance, library, media various resettlement countries worldwide, department, archives, "Testimony to the with special emphasis on the American Truth" oral histories, educational out- experience. International Biographical reach, research department, international Dictionary of Central European Emigres, social action. Response Magazine. 1933-1945; Jewish Immigrants of the Nazi (WWW.WIESENTHAL.COM) Period in the USA. SKIRBALL CULTURAL CENTER (1996), an af- SEPHARDIC EDUCATIONAL CENTER (1979). filiate of Hebrew Union College. 2701 N. 10808 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90049. CA 90025. (310)441-9361. FAX: (310)440-4500. FAX: (310)440^595. Pres. (310)441-9561. E-mail: newyork@sec- & CEO Uri D. Herscher; Bd. Chmn. jerusalem.org. Founder & Chmn. Jose A. Howard Friedman. Dedicated to explor- Nessim, M.D. Has chapters in the U.S., ing the connections between four thou- North. Central, and South America, Eu- sand years of Jewish heritage and the rope, and Asia, a spiritual and educational vitality of American democratic ideals. It center in the Old City of Jerusalem, and welcomes and seeks to inspire people of executive office in Los Angeles. Serves as every ethnic and cultural identity. Guided a meeting ground for Sephardim from by our respective memories and experi- many nations; sponsors the first worldwide ences, together we aspire to build a soci- movement for Sephardic youth and young ety in which all of us can feel at home. adults. Disseminates information about Skirball Cultural Center achieves its mission through pubic programs that explore Sephardic Jewry in the form of motion pic- literary, visual, and performing arts from tures, pamphlets, and books, which it pro- around the world; through the display duces. llamerkaz (quarterly bulletin in and interpretation of its permanent col- English), (WWW.SECJERUSALEM.ORG) lections and changing exhibitions; SEPHARDIC HOUSF.-THE CULTURAL DIVI- through scholarship in American Jewish SION OF ASF (1978). 15 West I6,h Street, history and related publications; and NYC 10011. (212)294-6170. FAX: through outreach to the community.. (212)294-6149. E-mail: sephardichouse@ (WWW.SKIRBALL.ORG) cjh.org. Pres. Morrie R.Yohai; Dir. Dr. Janice E. Ovadiah. A cultural organiza- SOCIETY FOR THE HISTORY OF CZECHOSLO- tion dedicated to fostering Sephardic his- VAK JEWS, INC. (1961). 760Pompton Ave., tory and culture; sponsors a wide variety Cedar Grove. NJ 07009. (973)239-2333. of classes and public programs, film fes- FAX: (973)239-7935. Pres. Rabbi Nor- tivals, publication program disseminates man Patz; V.-Pres. Prof. Fred Hahn; Sec. materials of Sephardic value; outreach Anita Grosz. Studies the history of program to communities outside of the Czechoslovak Jews; collects material and New York area; program bureau provides disseminates information through the program ideas, speakers, and entertain- publication of books and pamphlets; con- ers; International Sephardic Film Festival ducts annual memorial service for Czech every year. Sephardic House Newsletter, Holocaust victims. The Jews of Czecho- Publication Catalogue, (www. SEPHARDI- slovakia (3 vols.); Review I-Vl. CHOUSE.ORG) SOCIETY OF FRIENDS OF TOURO SYNAGOGUE SIMON WIESENTHAL CENTER (1977). 1399 NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE, INC.(I948). 85 South Roxbury Drive., Los Angeles, CA Touro St.. Newport, Rl 02840. (401)847- 90035-4701. (310)553-9036. FAX: 4794. FAX: (401)845-6790. E-mail: (310)553-4521. Email: avra@wiesenthal [email protected]. Pres. M. .com. Dean-Founder Rabbi Marvin Hier; Bernard AidinofT; Exec. Dir. Michael L. Assoc. Dean Rabbi Abraham Cooper; Balaban. Helps maintain Touro Syna- Exec. Dir. Rabbi Meyer May. Regional of- gogue as a national historic site, opening fices in New York, Miami, Toronto, Paris, and interpreting it for visitors; promotes Jerusalem, Buenos Aires. The largest in- public awareness of its preeminent role in NATIONAL. JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 633

the tradition of American religious lib- FAX: (818)866-0312. Exec. Dir. Ari C. erty; annually commemorates George Zev. A nonprofit organization, founded Washington's letter of 1790 to the Hebrew and chaired by Steven Spielberg, dedi- Congregation of Newport. Society Up- cated to videotaping and preserving in- date. terviews with Holocaust survivors throughout the world. The archive of tes- ,TOURONATIONAL HERITAGE TRIIST timonies will be used as a tool for global (1984). 85 Touro St.. Newport. R1 02840. education about the Holocaust and to (401 )847-0810. FAX (401 )847-8121. Pres. teach racial, ethnic, and cultural toler- Bernard Bell; Chmn. Benjamin D. Ilol- ance. loway. Works to establish national education center within Touro compound; UNITED STATES HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL sponsors Touro Fellow through John MUSEUM (1980; opened Apr. 1993). 100 Carter Brown Library; presents seminars Raoul Wallenberg Place. SW, Washing- and other educational programs; pro- ton, DC 20024. (202)488-0400. FAX: motes knowledge of the early Jewish ex- (202)488-2690. Chmn. Fred S. Zeidman; perience in this country. Dir. Sara J. Bloomfeld. Federally chartered and privately built, its mission is to SPERTIJS MUSEUM, SPF.RTUS INSTITUTE OF teach about the Nazi persecution and JEWISH STUDIES (1968). 618 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago. II. 60605. (312)322-1747. murder of six million Jews and millions of FAX: (312)922-6406. Pres. Spertus Insti- others from 1933 to 1945 and to inspire tute of Jewish Studies, Dr. Howard A. visitors to contemplate their moral re- Sulkin. The largest, most comprehensive sponsibilities as citizens of a democratic Judaic museum in the Midwest with nation. Opened in April 1993 near the na- 12.000 square feet of exhibit space and a tional Mall in Washington, DC, the mu- permanent collection of some 10.000 seum's permanent exhibition tells the works reflecting 5,000 years of Jewish his- story of the Holocaust through authentic tory and culture. Also includes the re- artifacts, videotaped oral testimonies, designed Zell Holocaust Memorial, documentary film, and historical pho- permanent collection, changing visual tographs. Offers educational programs for arts and special exhibits, and the chil- students and adults, an interactive com- dren's ARTIFACT Center for a hands-on puterized learning center, and special ex- archaeological adventure. Plus, traveling hibitions and community programs. exhibits for Jewish educators, life-cycle United States Holocaust Memorial Mu- workshops, ADA accessible. Exhibition seum Update (bimonthly); Directory of catalogues; educational pamphlets. Holocaust Institutions; Journal of Holo- caust and Genocide Studies (quarterly). , ASHER LIBRARY, SPF.RTUS INSTI- (WWW.USHMM.ORG) TUTE OF JEWISH STUDIES (approx. 1930), 618 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60605. YF.SHIVA UNIVERSITY MUSEUM (1973). Cen- (312) 322-1749, FAX (312) 922-6406. ter for Jewish History. 15 W. I6SI... NYC Pres. Spertus Institute of Jewish Studeis, 10011-6301. (212)294-8335. E-mail: Dr. Howard A. Sulkin; Director, Asher [email protected]. Dir. Sylvia A. Library, Glenn Ferdman. Asher Library Herskowitz. Collects, preserves, and in- is the largest public Jewish Library in the terprets Jewish life and culture through Midwest, with over 100, 000 books and changing exhibitions of ceremonial ob- 550 periodicals: extensive collections of jects, paintings, rare books and docu- music, art, rare books, maps and elec- ments, synagogue architecture, textiles, tronic resources; nearly 1,000 feature and contemporary art, and photographs. Oral documentary films available on video cas- history archive. Special events, holiday sette. Online catalogue access available. workshops, live performances, lectures, Also, the Chicago Jewish Archives col- etc. for adults and children. Guided tours lects historical material of Chicago indi- and workshops are offered. Exhibitions viduals, families, synagogues and and children's art education programs organizations. ADA accessible. also at branch galleries on Yeshiva Uni- versity's Main Campus, 2520 Amsterdam SURVIVORS OF THE SHOAH VISUAL HISTORY Ave., NYC 10033-3201. Seasonal calendars: special exhibition catalogues; FOUNDATION (1994). PO Box 3168, L.os newsletters. Angeles. CA 90078-3168. (818)777-7802. 634 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 2007

YIDDISHER KULTUR FARBAND-YKUF (212)935-1834. E-mail: info@Abraham- (1937). 1133 Broadway, Rm. 820, NYC Fund.org. Chmn. Alan B. Slifka. Exec. 10010. (212)243-1304. FAX: (212)243- V.P. Dan Pattir. The Abraham Fund Ini- 1305. E-mail: [email protected]. tiatives (TAFI) seeks to enhance relations Pres./Ed. Publishes a bimonthly magazine between Israel's Jewish and Arab citizens and books by contemporary and classical by promoting increased dialogue, under- Jewish writers: conducts cultural forums; standing. and democracy. Founded in exhibits works by contemporary Jewish 1989. TA Fl has contributed more than $8 artists and materials of Jewish historical million to community-based coexistence value; organizes reading circles. Yiddishe projects. TAFI also develops regional and Kultur. national coexistence programs in partnership with other major institutions in YIVO INSTITUTE FOR JEWISH RESEARCH (1925). 15 W. 16 St., NYC 10011. Israel and orchestrates public advocacy (212)246-6080. FAX: (212)292-1892. E- campaigns to implement change. mail: [email protected]. Chmn. AMEINU (formerly LABOR ZIONIST AL- Bruce Slovin; Exec. Dir. Dr. Carl J. LIANCE, FARBAND LABOR ZIONIST Rheins. Engages in historical research ORDER)(I9I3). 114 W. 26St.. Suite 1006, and education pertaining to East Euro- NYC 10001. (212)366-1194. FAX: pean Jewish life; maintains library and (212)675-7685. E-mail: executive@ameinu archives which provide a major interna- .net. Pres. Kenneth Bob; Exec. Dir. Doni tional, national and New York resource Remba. Seeks to enhance Jewish life, cul- used by institutions, individual scholars, and the public; provides graduate fellow- ture, and education in U.S.; aids in build- ships in East European and American ing State of Israel as a cooperative Jewish studies; offers Yiddish language commonwealth and its Labor movement classes at all levels, exhibits, conferences, organized in the Histadrut; supports ef- public programs; publishes books. Yedies- forts toward a more democratic society YIVO News: YIVO Bleter. (WWW.YIVOIN- throughout the world; furthers the de- STITUTE.ORG) mocratization of the Jewish community in America and the welfare of Jews every- , MAX WEINREICH CENTER FOR AD- where; works with labor and liberal forces VANCED JEWISH STUDIES/YI VO INSTITUTE in America; sponsors Habonim-Dror (1968). 15 W.I6St.,NYC 10011.(212)246- labor Zionist youth movement. Jewish 6080. FAX: (212)292-1892. E-mail: Frontier, (WWW.JEWISHFRONTIER.ORG) [email protected]. Provides advanced-level training in Yiddish language AMERICA-ISRAEL CULTURAL FOUNDATION, and literature, ethnography, folklore, lin- INC. (1939). 51 E. 42ND St., Suite 400, NYC guistics, and history; offers guidance on 10017. (212)557-1600. FAX: (212)557- dissertationorindependent research; post- 1611. E-mail: [email protected]. Chmn. Vera doctoral fellowships available. Stern; Pres. William Schwartz. Supports and encourages the growth of cultural ex- YUGNTRUF-YOUTH FOR YIDDISH (1964). cellence in Israel through grants to cul- 200 W. 72 St., Suite 40, NYC 10023. tural institutions; scholarships to gifted (212)787-6675. FAX: (212)799-1517. E- young artists and musicians. Newsletter. mail: [email protected]. Chmn. Dr. Paul (WWW.AICF.ORG) Glasser; V.-Chmn. Marc Caplan; Coord. Menachem Ejdelman. A worldwide, non- AMERICA-ISRAEL FRIENDSHIP LEAGUE, INC. political organization for young people (1971). 134 E. 39 St., NYC 10016. with a knowledge of, or interest in, Yid- (212)213-8630. FAX: (212)683-3475. E- dish; fosters Yiddish as a living language mail: [email protected]. Pres. and Chmn. Bd. and culture. Sponsors all activities in Yid- Kenneth J. Bialkin; CEO William H. dish: reading, conversation, and creative Behrer III. A non-sectarian, non-parti- writing groups; annual weeklong retreat san, not-for-profit organization which in Berkshires; children's Yiddish play seeks to broaden the base of support for group; sale of shirts. Yugntruf Journal. Israel among Americans of all faiths and backgrounds. Activities include educa- ISRAEL-RELATED tional exchanges, missions to Israel for ABRAHAM FUND (1989). 477 Madison Ave., American leadership groups, symposia 4th fl„ NYC 10022. (212)303-9421. FAX: and public-education activities, and the NATIONAL. JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 635

dissemination of multi media informa- ing facilities for the textile/apparel indus- tion. Newsletter, (WWW.AIFL.ORG) try and plastics engineering. Shenkar News. AMERICAN ASSOCIATES, BEN-GURION UNI- VERSITY OF THE NEGEV (1972). 1430 AMERICAN COMMITTEE FOR THE BEER- Broadway. 8'" Floor, New York, NY SHEVA FOUNDATION (1988). PO Box 179, 10018. (212)687-7721, (800)-AABGlJ. NYC 10028. (212)534-3715. FAX: FAX: (212)302-6443. E-mail: info@ (973)992-8651. Pres. Ronald Slevin; Sr. aabgu.org. Pres. Zvi Alov; Exec. V-Pres. V.-Pres. Joanna Slevin; Bd. Chmn. Sidney Doron Krakow. Since 1972, the American Cooperman. U.S. fundraising arm of the Assoicates, Ben-Gurion University of the Beer-Sheva Foundation, which funds vital Negev has played a vital role in building a projects to improve the quality of life in world-class center for research and edu- the city of Beer-Sheva: nursery schools cation in the desert. A nonprofit cooper- for pre-K toddlers, residential and day ation with ten regional offices throughout centers for needy seniors, educational the United States, AABGU prides itself programs, facilities and scholarships (es- on its efficiency and effectiveness in rais- pecially for new olim. the physically and ing funds to help Ben-Gurion University mentally challenged), parks, playgrounds, bring knowledge to the Negev and to the and other important projects. Also offers world. AABGU plays a vital role in help- special services for immigrants—such as ing BGU fulfill its unique responsisbility heaters, blankets, clothing, school sup- to develop the Negev. the focus of the fu- plies, etc. Brochures. ture of Israel, (WWW.AABGU.ORG) AMERICAN COMMITTEE FOR THE WEIZ- AMERICAN COMMITTEE FOR SHAARE ZEDF.K MANN INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE (1944). 633 MEDICAL CENTER IN JERUSALEM (1949). 3"' Ave, New York, NY 10017. (212)895- 49 W. 45 St., Suite 1100, NYC 10036. 7900. FAX: (212)895-7999. E-mail: (212)354-8801. FAX: (212)391-2674. E- [email protected]. Chmn. Robert Asher; mail: [email protected]. Natl. Pres. & Pres. Pennie Abramson; Exec. V.-Pres. Chmn. Intl. Bd. of Gov. Menno Ratzker; and CF.O Marshall S. Levin. Through 13 Chair Erica Jesselson. Increases aware- regional offices in the U.S. raises funds, ness and raises funds for the various needs of this 100-year old hospital, including disseminates information, and does new medical centers of excellence, equip- American purchasing for the Weizmann ment, medical supplies, school of nursing Institute in Rehovot, Israel, a world- and research; supports exchange program renowned center of scientific research and between Shaare Zedek Jerusalem Medical graduate study. The institute conducts re- Center and Albert Einstein College of search in disease, energy, the environ- Medicine, NY. Heartbeat Magazine. ment, and other areas; runs an international summer science program for AMERICAN COMMITTEE FOR SHENKAR COL- gifted high-school students. Interface; LEGE IN ISRAEL, INC. (1971). 855 Ave. of Weizmann Now; annual report, (www. the Americas. #531, NYC 10001. (212) WEIZMANN-USA.ORG) 947-1597. FAX: (212)643-9887. E-mail: AMERICAN FRIENDS OF ALYN HOSPITAL [email protected]. Pres. Nahum G. nd (Sonny) Shar; Exec. Dir. Charlotte A. (1932). 51 East 42 Street., Suite 3088. Fainblatt. Raises funds and coordinates NYC 10017. (212)869-8085. FAX: projects and research with Shenkar Col- (212)768-0979. E-mail: friends@alynus lege of Engineering and Design. Israel. A .org. Pres. Minette Halpern Brown; Exec. unique government academic institute in Dir. Cathy M. Lanyard. Supports the Israel dedicated to education and Alyn Hospital (Woldenberg Family Hos- reaseach in areas impacting Israel's in- pital/Pediatric and Adolescent Rehabili- dustries and its artistic and scientific de- tation Center) in Jerusalem. Treats velopment. Textile, Fashion, Interior and children sulTering from birth defects (such Product design courses are offered with as muscular dystrophy and spina bifida) Scientific courses: Plastics, Chemistry, and traumas (terrorism, car accidents, Software and Industrial Management cancer, and fire), enables patients and and Marketing. Certified by Israel's their families to achieve independence Council of Higher Education, it offers and a better quality of life. (www. continuing education and complete test- ALYNUS.ORG) 636 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 2007

AMERICAN FRIENDS OF ASSAF HAROFEH is the foremost geriatric and psychiatric MEDICAL CENTER (1975). PO Box 21051, health care facility in Israel, and a lead- NYC 10129. (212)481-5653. FAX: ing research center in genetics, (212)481-5672. Chmn. Kenneth Kronen; Alzheimer's and schizophrenia, with ex- Exec. Dir. Rhoda Levental;Treas. Robert pertise in neurogeriatrics, physical reha- Kastin. Support group for Assaf Haro- bilitation, and long-term respiratory care. feh, Israel's third-largest government hos- Its Israel Center for the Treatment of Psy- pital, serving a poor population of over chotrauma provides therapy and seminars 400,000 in the area between Tel Aviv and to help Israelis cope with the ongoing vi- Jerusalem. Raises funds for medical olence. (WWW.HERZOGHOSPITAL.ORG) equipment, medical training for immi- AMERICAN FRIENDS OF LIKUD. P.O.BOX grants, hospital expansion, school of 8711, JAF Station. NYC 10116. (212)308- nursing, and school of physiotherapy. 5595. FAX: (212)688-1327. E-mail: The- Newsletter. [email protected]. Natl. Chmn. J. Phillip AMERICAN FRIENDS OF BAR-ILAN UNIVER- Rosen, Esq; Pres. Julio Messer,M.D; Natl. SITY (1955). 235 Park Ave. So., NYC V. Pres. Jacques Torczyner; Natl. Trea- 10003. (212)673-3460. FAX: (212)673- surer Milton S. Shapiro, Esq.; Exec. Dir. 4856. Email: [email protected], Salomon L. Vaz Dias. promotes public [email protected]. Pres. Melvin Stein; education on the situation in the Middle Exec. V.-Pres. Mark Medin. Supports East, particularly in Israel, as Bar-Ilan University, an institution that in- well as advancing a general awareness of tegrates the highest standards of contem- Zionism; provides a solid partnership of public support for the State of Israel, its porary scholarship in liberal arts and citizens and its democratically-elected sciences with a Judaic studies program as governments. a requirement. Located in Ramat-Gan, Israel, and chartered by the Board of Re- AMERICAN FRIENDS OF MAGF.N DAVID gents of the State of NY. Bar-Ilan News; ADOM, ARMD1 (1940). 888 Seventh Ave., Bar-Ilan University Scholar; Heritage Suite 403. NYC 10106. (212)757-1627. Newsletter.. FAX: (212)757-4662. E-mail: info@ AMERICAN FRIENDS OF BETH HATEFUTSOTH afmda.org. Pres. Mark D. Lebow; Exec. (1976). 633 Third Ave., 21st fl., NYC V.-Pres. Daniel R. Allen. An authorized 10017. (212)339-6034. FAX: (212)318- tax-exempt organization; the sole support 6176. E-mail: [email protected]. Pres. arm in the U.S. of Magen David Adom Stephen Greenberg; Chmn. Sam E. (MDA), Israel's equivalent to a Red Cross Bloch; Exec. Dir. Gloria Golan. Supports Society; raises funds for the MDA emer- the maintenance and development of gency medical, ambulance, blood, and dis- Beth Hatefutsoth, the Nahum Goldmann aster services which help Israel's defense Museum of the Jewish Diaspora in Tel forces and civilian population. Helps to Aviv, and its cultural and educational pro- supply and equip ambulances, bloodmo- grams for youth and adults. Circulates its biles. and cardiac rescue ambulances as traveling exhibitions and provides vari- well as 45 pre-hospital MDA Emergency ous cultural programs to local Jewish Medical Clinics and the MDA National communities. Includes Jewish genealogy Blood Service Center and MDA Frac- center (DOROT), the center for Jewish tionation Institute in Ramat Gan, Israel. music, and photodocumentation center. The Shield, (WWW.AFMDA.ORG) Beth Hatefutsoth (quarterly newsletter). AMERICAN FRIENDS OF NEVE SHALOM/ WAHAT AL-SALAM (1988). 4201 Church AMERICAN FRIENDS OF HAIFA UNIVERSITY Road, Suite 4. NYC 10013. (856) 235-3667. (see AMERICAN SOCIETY OF THE UNIVER- FAX: (856) 235-4674. E-mail: afnswas@ SITY OF HAIFA) oasisofpeace.com. Pres. Deborah First; V.- AMERICAN FRIENDS OF HERZOG HOSPI- Pres. Adeeb Fadil: Exec. Dir. Deanna Arm- TAL/EZRATH NASHIM-JERUSALEM (1895). bruster. Supports and publicizes the 800 Second Ave., 8th 0., NYC 10017. projects of the community of Neve (212)499-9092. FAX:(212)499-9085. E- ShalomAVahat Al-Salam, the "Oasis of mail: [email protected]. Co-Pres. Peace." For more than twenty years, Jewish Dr. Joy Zagoren , Amir Sternhell; Exec. and Palestinian citizens of Israel have lived Dir. Stephen Schwartz. Herzog Hospital and worked together as equals. The com- NATIONAL. JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 637

munity teaches tolerance, understanding manent collection, exhibitions, and edu- and mutual respect well beyond its own cational purposes. Newsletter. borders by being a model for peace and reaching out through its educational insti- AMERICAN FRIENDS OF THE ISRAEL PHIL- tutions. A bilingual, bicultural Primary HARMONIC ORCHESTRA (AFIPO) (1972). School serves the village and the sur- 122 E. 42 St.. Suite 4507, NYC 10168. rounding communities. (212)697-2949. FAX: (212)697-2943. In- terim Pres. Lynn Syms; Exec. Dir. AMERICAN FRIENDS OF RABIN MEDICAL Suzanne K. Ponsot. Works to secure the CENTER (1994). 220 Firth Avenue, Suite financial future of the orchestra so that it 1301, NYC 10001-7708. (212) 279-2522. may continue to travel throughout the Fax: (212)279-0179. E-mail: afrmc826@ world bringing its message of peace and aol.com. Bd. Chmn. Abraham E. "Barry" cultural understanding through music. Cohen; Exec. Dir. Burton Lazarow. Sup- Supports the orchestra's international ports the maintenance and development touring program, educational projects, of this medical, research, and teaching in- and a wide array of musical activities in stitution in central Israel, which unites Israel. Passport to Music (newsletter). the Golda and Beilinson hospitals, providing 12% of all hospitalization in Israel. AMERICAN FRIENDS OF THE OPEN UNIVER- Department of Organ Transplantation SITY OF ISRAEL. 180 W. 80 St., NYC performs 80% of all kidney and 60% of 10024. (212)712-1800. FAX: (212)496- all liver transplants in Israel. Affiliated 3296. E-mail: [email protected]. Natl. with Tel Aviv University's Sackler School Chmn. Irving M. Rosenbaum; Exec.V.- of Medicine. New Directions Quarterly. Pres. Eric G. HelTler. Open Letter. (WWW.OPENU.AC.IL) AMERICAN FRIENDS OF RAMBAM MEDICAL lh AMERICAN FRIENDSOFTHESHALOM HART- CENTER (1969). 226 West 26 Street, MAN INSTITUTE (1976). One Penn Plaza, NYC 10001. (212)644-1049. FAX: Suite 1606, New York, NY 10119. (212) (775)562-5399. E-mail: michaelstoler@ 268-0300. FAX: (212)239-4550. E-mail: princetoncommercial.com. Pres/CEO. [email protected]. Pres. Robert P. Kogod; Michael R. Stoler. Represents and raises Exec. Dir. Hana Gilat. Supports the funds for Rambam Medical Center Shalom llartman Institute in Jerusalem, (Haifa), an 887-bed hospital serving ap- an international center for pluralist Jew- prox. one-third of Israel's population, ish education and research, serving Israel incl. the entire population of northern Is- and world Jewry. Founded in 1976 by rael (and south Lebanon), the U.S. Sixth David Hartman, the Institute includes: Fleet, and the UN Peacekeeping Forces in the Institute for Advanced Judaic Studies, the region. Rambam is the teaching hos- with research centers for contemporary pital for the Technion's medical school. halakha, religious pluralism, political AMERICAN FRIENDS OF THE HEBREW UNI- thought and peace and reconciliation: the VERSITY (1925; inc. 1931). II E. 69 St., Institute for Teacher and Leadership NYC 10021. (212)472-9800. FAX: Training, educating Israeli principals, (212)744-2324. E-mail: [email protected]. teachers, graduate students and leaders; Pres. George A. Schieren: Exec. Dir. Peter and the Institute for Diaspora Education, Willner. Fosters the growth, development, which offers seminars and sabbaticals to and maintenance of the Hebrew Univer- rabbis, educators and lay leaders of di- sity of Jerusalem; collects funds and con- verse ideological commitments, (www. ducts informational programs throughout HARTMANINSTITUTE.COM) the U.S., highlighting the university's achievements and its significance. Wis- AMERICAN FRIENDS OF THE TF.L Aviv MU- dom; Scopus Magazine, (WWW.AFHU.ORC;) SEUM OF ART (1974). 545 Madison Ave., 8lh Floor (55 St.). NYC 10022. (212)319- AMERICAN FRIENDS OF THE ISRAEL MU- 0555. FAX: (212)754-2987. Email: dnar- SEUM (1972). 500 Fifth Ave.. Suite 2540. [email protected]. Chmn. Steven P. Schwartz; NYC 10110. (212)997-5611. FAX: (212) Exec. Dir. Dorey Neilinger. Raises funds 997-5536. Pres. Barbara Lane; Exec. Dir. for the Tel Aviv Museum of Art for spe- Carolyn Cohen. Raises funds for special cial projects, art acquisitions, and exhibi- projects of the Israel Museum in tions; seeks contributions of art to expand Jerusalem; solicits works of art for per- the museum's collection; encourages art 638 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 2007

loans and traveling exhibitions; creates an affiliation for the welfare of Israel as a awareness of the museum in the USA; whole. Not identified with any political makes available exhibition catalogues, parties in Israel. Member of World Jew- monthly calendars, and posters published ish Congress, World Zionist Organiza- by the museum. tion. Newsletter, (WWW.AMERICANJEWISH LEAGUE.ORG) AMERICAN-ISRAEL ENVIRONMENTAL COUN- CIL (formerly COUNCIL FOR A BEAUTIFUL AMERICAN PHYSICIANS FELLOWSHIP FOR ISRAEL ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION MEDICINE IN ISRAEL (1950). 2001 Beacon FOUNDATION) (1973). c/o Perry Davis St., Suite 210, Boston. MA 02135-7771. Assoc., 25 W. 45 St.. Suite 1405. NYC (617)232-5382. FAX: (617) 739-2616. E- 10036. (212)840-1166. Fax: (212)840- mail: [email protected]. Pres. Sherwood 1514. Pres. Alan Silberstein. A support L. Gorbach, M.D.; Exec. Dir. Ellen-Ann group for the Israeli body, whose activities Lacey. Supports projects that advance include education, town planning, lobby- medical education, research, and care in ing for legislation to protect and enhance Israel and builds links between the med- the environment, preservation of histori- ical communities of Israel and N. Amer.; cal sites, the improvement and beautifi- provides fellowships for Israeli physicians cation of industrial and commercial training in N. Amer. and arranges lec- areas, and sponsoring the CBI Center for tureships in Israel by prominent N. Amer. Environmental Studies located in Yarkon physicians; sponsors CME seminars in Park, Tel Aviv. Yearly newsletter: yearly Israel and N. Amer.; coordinates theme oriented calendars in color. U.S./Canadian medical emergency volunteers for Israel. APFNews. AMERICAN ISRAEL PUBLIC AFFAIRS COM- MITTEE (AIPAC) (1954). 440 First St., AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR TECHNION-ISRAEL NW, Washington, DC 20001. (202)639- INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (1940). 55 5200. FAX: (202)347-4889. Pres. Howard East 59"1 Street NYC 10022. (212)407- Friedman; Exec. Dir. Howard A. Kohr. 6300. FAX: (212)753-2925 E-mail: Registered to lobby on behalf of legisla- [email protected]. Pres. Evelyn Berger; Chmn. tion affecting U.S.-lsrael relations; repre- Larry Jackier; Exec. V.-Pres. Melvyn H. sents Americans who believe support for Bloom. The American Technion Society a secure Israel is in U.S. interest. Works (ATS) raises funds for the Technion-ls- for a strong U.S.-lsrael relationship. Near rael Institute of Technology. Based in East Report, (WWW.AIPAC.ORG) New York City, it is the leading American AMERICAN-ISRAELI LIGHTHOUSE, INC. organization with more than 20,000 sup- (1928; reorg. 1955). 276 Fifth Ave., Suite porters and 197 satellite offices around 713, NYC 10001. (212)686-7110. Pres. the country, the ATS is driven by the be- Mrs. Leonard F. Dank; Sec. Mrs. Ida lief that the economic future of Israel is Rhein. Provides a vast network for blind in high technology and the future of high and physically handicapped persons technology in Israel is at the Technion.. throughout Israel, to effect their social Technion USA. (WWW.ATS.ORG) and vocational integration into the main- stream of their communities. Center of AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR THE PROTECTION Services for the blind; built and main- OF NATURE IN ISRAEL, INC. (1986). 28 Ar- tains Rehabilitation Center for blind and randale Ave., Great Neck, NY 11024. handicapped persons (Migdal Or) in (212) 398-6750. FAX: (212) 398-1665. E- Haifa. mail: [email protected]. Co-Chmn. Edward I. Geffner & Russell Rothman. A non- AMERICAN JEWISH LEAGUE FOR ISRAEL profit organization supporting the work (1957). 450 7" Avenue, Suite 808. NYC of SPNI, an Israeli organization devoted 10123. (212)371-1583. FAX: (646)497- to environmental protection and nature 0093. E-mail: [email protected]. Pres. Dr. education. SPNI runs 26 Field Study Cen- Martin L. Kalmanson; Exec. Dir. Jeffrey ters and has 45 municipal offices through- Scheckner. Seeks to unite all those who, out Israel; offers education programs, notwithstanding differing philosophies of organized hikes, and other activities; Jewish life, are committed to the histori- seeks ways to address the needs of an ex- cal ideals of Zionism; works indepen- panding society while preserving precious dently of class, party, or religious natural resources. SPNI News. NATIONAL. JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 639

AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR YAD VASHEM AFSI believes in the concept of "peace (1981). 500 Fifth Ave., 42nd Floor, NYC for peace" and rejects the concept of "ter- 10110-4299. (212)220-4304. FAX: (212) ritory for peace." The Outpost (monthly). 220-4308. E-mail: info@yadvashe- (WWW.AFSI.ORG) musa.org. Chmn. Eli Zborowski. Devel- AMERICANS FOR PEACE NOW (1984). 1101 opment and educational arm of Yad ,h Vashem, Jerusalem, the central interna- 14 Street, NW, Sixth Floor, Washington. tional authority created by the Knesset in DC 20005. (202)728-1893. FAX: 1953 for the purposes of commemoration (202)728-1895. E-mail: apndc@pea- and education in connection with the cenow.org. Pres. & CEO Debra Del.ec; Holocaust. Martyrdom and Resistance Chmn. Franklin M. Fisher. Conducts ed- (newsletter), (www.YADVASHEM.ORG) ucational programs and raises funds to support the Israeli peace movement, AMERICAN SOCIETY OF THE UNIVERSITY OF Shalom Achshav (Peace Now), and coor- HAIFA (formerly AMERICAN FRIENDS OF dinates U.S. advocacy efforts through HAIFA UNIVERSITY) (1972). 220 Fifth APN's Washington-based Center for Is- Ave., Suite 1301, NYC 10001. (212) 685- raeli Peace and Security. Jerusalem 7880. FAX: (212)685-7883. E-mail: Watch; Peace Now News; Settlement [email protected]. Pres.Paul Amir; Watch; Fax Fads; Middle East Update Sec./Treas. Robert Jay Benowitz. Pro- (on-line); Benefits of Peace, (WWW.PEA- motes, encourages, and aids higher and CENOW.ORG) secondary education, research, and training in all branches of knowledge in Israel AMIT (1925). 817 Broadway, NYC 10003. and elsewhere; aids in the maintenance (212)477-4720. FAX: (212)353-2312. E- and development of University of Haifa; mail: [email protected]. Pres. Jan raises and allocates funds for the above Schechter; Exec. Dir. Arnold Gerson. The purposes; provides scholarships; pro- State of Israel's official reshet (network) motes exchanges of teachers and stu- for religious secondary technological ed- dents. ucation: maintains innovative children's homes and youth villages in Israel in an AMERICAN ZIONIST MOVEMENT (formerly environment of traditional Judaism; pro- AMERICAN ZIONIST FEDERATION) (1939; motes cultural activities for the purpose reorg. 1949. 1970, 1993). 633 Third Av- of disseminating Zionist ideals and enue., NYC 10017. (212)318-6100. FAX: strengthening traditional Judaism in (212)935-3578. E-mail: [email protected]. America. AMIT Magazine. Pres. James Schiller; Exec. Dir. Karen J. Rubinstein. Umbrella organization for 20 AMPAL-AMERICAN ISRAEL CORPORATION American Zionist organizations and the (1942). 1177 Avenue of the Americas, voice of unified Zionism in the U.S. Con- NYC 10036. (212)782-2100. FAX: (212) ducts advocacy for Israel; strengthens 782-2114. E-mail: [email protected]. Bd. Jewish identity; promotes the Israel expe- Chmn. Daniel Steinmetz; CEO Shuki rience; prepares the next generation of Gleitman. Acquires interests in businesses Zionist leadership. Regional offices in located in the State of Israel or that are Is- Chicago and Dallas. Groups in Detroit, rael-related. Interests include leisure-time, Pittsburgh, Washington. DC. The Zionist real estate, finance, energy distribution, Advocate, (WWW.AZM.ORG) basic industry, high technology, and communications. Annual report: quarterly re- AMERICANS FOR A SAFE ISRAEL (AFSI) ports. (1971). 1751 Second Ave, NYC 10128. 1- 800-235-3658. FAX: (212)828-1717. E- ARZA/WORLD UNION, NORTH AMERICA mail: [email protected]. Chmn. Herbert (1977). 633 Third Ave., 6'h fl., NYC Zwcibon; Exec. Dir. Barry Frcedman. 10017-6778. (212)650-4280. FAX: Seeks to educate Americans in Congress, (212)650-4289. E-mail: arza/wupjna@ the media, and the public about Israel's urj.org. Pres.Rabbi Stanley M. Davids; role as a strategic asset for the West; Exec. Dir. Rabbi Andrew Davids. Mem- through meetings with legislators and the bership organization dedicated to fur- media, in press releases and publications thering the development of Progressive AFSI promotes Jewish rights to Judea Judaism in Israel, the FSU. and through- and Samaria, the Golan, Gaza, an indi- out the world. Encourages Jewish soli- visible Jerusalem, and to all of Israel. darity. promoting religious pluralism and 640 / AMERICAN JEWISH YE R BOOK, 2008

furthering Zionism. Works to strengthen end to Israel's occupation of land ac- the relationship of N. American Reform quired in the 1967 war and an end to Jews with Progressive Jewish communi- Palestinian violence; its national office ties worldwide and to educate and inform and 30 chapters around the country en- them on relevant issues. Quarterly gage in grassroots political advocacy and newsletter, (WWW.ARZAWUNA.ORG) public education. Action Alerts. (WWW.BTVSHALOM.ORG) BETAR EDUCATIONAL YOUTH ORGANIZA- 1 TION (1935). 4 East 34" Street, NYC, CAMERA-COMMITTEE FOR ACCURACY IN 10016. (646)742-9364. FAX: (646)742- MIDDLE EAST REPORTING IN AMERICA 9666. E-mail: [email protected]. Pres. (1983). PO Box 35040, Boston, MA Dany Danon; Exec. Officer Itzik Simhon. 02135. (617)789-3672. FAX: (617)787- Betar is a Zionist active college students' 7853. E-mail: [email protected]. movement, which dedicates itself to pro- Pres./Exec. Dir. Andrea Levin; Chmn. moting Israeli issues in the American Joshua Katzen. CAMERA monitors media. Betar was founded in 1923 by Zeev media coverage of Israel, responds to Jabotinsky, among its' famous alumni are error, omissions, and distortion, pro- Nenachem Begin and Itzhak Shamir. motes factual information and works to Betar's goal is the gathering of all Jewish educate the media and public about key people in their ancient land. issues related to conflict in the Middle BOYS TOWN JERUSALEM FOUNDATION OF East. CAMERA encourages members to AMERICA INC. (1948). 12 W. 31 St., Suite participate in fostering full and fair cov- 300, NYC 10001. (212)244-2766. (800) erage through communication with the 469-2697. FAX: (212)244-2052. E-mail: media. CAMERA Media Report (quar- [email protected]. Raphael Be- terly); CAMERA on Campus.CAMERA naroya, Pres. Michael J. Scharf; Hon. Media Directory.CAMERA Monographs. Chmn. Josh S. Weston; Chmn. Raphael Action Alerts, Backgrounders, (www. Benaroya; Exec. V.-Pres. Rabbi Ronald L. CAMERA.ORG) Gray. Raises funds for Boys Town DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION FOR ISRAEL Jerusalem, which was established in 1948 to offer a comprehensive academic, reli- (formerly STATE OF ISRAEL BON DS) (1951). 575 Lexington Ave., Illh Floor, NYC gious, and technological education to dis- advantaged Israeli and immigrant boys 10022. (212)644-2663. FAX: (212)644- from over 45 different countries, includ- 3887. E-mail: raphael.rothstein@israel ing Ethiopia, the former Soviet Union, bonds.com. Bd. Chmn. Michael Siegal; and Iran. Enrollment: over 1,000 students Pres./CEO Joshua Matza. An interna- in jr. high school, academic and technical tional organization offering securities is- high school, and a college of applied en- sued by the government of Israel. Since its gineering. Boys Town was recently desig- inception in 1951 has secured $25 billion nated as the "CISCO Regional in investment capital for the development Academy," the first center in Jerusalem of every aspect of Israel's economic infor the instruction of the CISCO Net- frastructure, including agriculture, com- working Management Program. BTJ merce, and industry, and for absorption Newsbrief of immigrants. Israel Hadashot-News. (WWW.ISRAELBONDS.COM) BRIT TZEDEK V'SHALOM—JEWISH AL- DOR CHADASH (2003). 165 E. 56 St., NYC LIANCE FOR JUSTICE AND PEACE (2002). 10016. (212)696-2151. FAX (212)684- 11 E. Adams St., Suite 707, Chicago, IL 6327. E-mail: [email protected]. 60603. (312)341-1205. FAX: (312)341- Founder/Chmn. David Borowich; Exec. 1206. E-mail: [email protected]. Pres. Dir. Scott Richman. A community of Steven Masters; Exec. Dir. Elliot Figman. more than 10,000 Israeli and American Works for the achievement of a negoti- Jews living in New York brought together ated settlement of the Israeli-Palestinian by love of Israel; develops educational, so- conflict guided by the traditional Jewish cial, and cultural programs related to Is- obligation to pursue peace and justice, in raeli themes, (WWW.DORCHADASHUSA.ORG) the conviction that security for Israel can only be attained through the establish- EMUNAH OF AMERICA (formerly HAPOEL ment of an economically and politicvally HAMIZRACHI WOMEN'S ORGANIZATION) viable Palestinian state, necessitating an (1948). 7 Penn Plaza, NYC 10001. NATIONAL. JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 641

(212)564-9045, (800)368-6440. FAX: GESHER FOUNDATION (1969). 25 W. 45 St. (212)643-9731. E-mail: [email protected]. Suite 1405. NYC 10036. (212)840-1166. Natl. Pres. Mindy Stein; Exec. V.-Pres. FAX: (212)840-1514. E-mail: gesherfoun- Shirley Singer. Maintains and supports [email protected]. Pres./Fbunder Daniel 200 educational and social-welfare in- Tropper; Chmn. Philip Schatten. Seeks to stitutions in Israel within a religious bridge the gap between Jews of various framework, including day-care centers, backgrounds in Israel by stressing the in- kindergartens, children's residential terdependence of all Jews. Runs en- homes, vocational schools for the under- counter seminars for Israeli youth; privileged. senior-citizen centers, a college distributes curricular materials in public complex, and Holocaust study center. schools; offers Jewish identity classes for Also involved in absorption of Soviet and Russian youth, and a video series in Russ- Ethiopian immigrants (recognized by Is- ian and English on famous Jewish per- raeli government as an official absorption sonalities. agency). Emunah Magazine; Lest We For- GIVAT HAVIVA EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION, get. (WWW.EMUNAH.ORG) INC. (1966). 114 W. 26 St., Suite 1001, FEDERATED COUNCIL OF ISRAEL INSTITU- NYC 10001. (212)989-9272. FAX: (212) TIONS—Ecu (1940). 4702 15th Ave.. 989-9840. E-mail: [email protected]. Brooklyn. NY 11219. (718)972-5530. Bd. Chmn. Yvonne Baum Silverman; Exec. Chmn. Z. Shapiro; Exec. V.-Pres. Rabbi Dir. Robert Levy. Supports programs at Julius Novack. Central fund-raising or- the Givat Haviva Institute, Israel's leading ganization for over 100 affiliated institu- organization dedicated to promoting co- tions; handles and executes estates, wills, existence between Arabs and Jews, with and bequests for the traditional institu- 40.000 people participating each year in tions in Israel; clearinghouse for infor- programs teaching conflict resolution. mation on budget, size, functions, etc. of Middle East studies and languages, and traditional educational, welfare, and phil- Holocaust studies. Publishes research pa- anthropic institutions in Israel, working pers on Arab-Jewish relations. Holocaust cooperatively with the Israeli government studies, kibbutz life. In the U.S., GHEF and the overseas department of the sponsors public-education programs and Council of Jewish Federations. Annual fi- lectures by Israeli speakers. Givat Haviva nancial reports and statistics on affiliates. News: special rt/IORF J. (w w w. DI A LO- GATE.ORG.IL) FRIENDS OF ISRAEL DISABLED VETERANS— BEIT HALOCHEM (1987). 1133 Broadway. HABONIM-DROR NORTH AMERICA (1935). Ste. 232. NYC 10010. (212)689-3220. 114 W. 26 St., Suite 1004, NYC 10001- FAX: (212)253-4143. E-mail: info@FIDV 6812. (212)255-1796. FAX: (212)929-3459. .org. Bd. Chmn. Richard L. Golden; E-mail: [email protected]. Exec. Dir. Linda E. Frankel. Raises funds (Mazkir Tnua) Jamie Levin; Shliach Onri to assist disabled Israeli war victims, in- Welmer. Fosters identification with pro- cluding civilian victims of terrorism; gressive. cooperative living in Israel: stim- maintains four centers in Israel providing ulates study of Jewish and Zionist culture, physical and emotional rehabilitation for history, and contemporary society. Spon- them, (WWW.FIDV.ORG) sors summer and year programs in Israel and on kibbutz, 7 summer camps in FRIENDS OF THE ISRAEL DEFENSE FORCES lh N. America modeled after kibbutzim, (1981). 350 5 Avenue. Suite 2011 NYC and aliyah frameworks. B'Tnua (on-line 10118. (212)244-3118. FAX: (212)244- and print newsletter). (WWW.IIABONIM 3119. E-mail: [email protected]. Chmn. Mar- DROR.ORG) vin Josephson; Pres. Jay Zises; Natl. Dir. Brig. Gen. Eliczer Hemeli. Supports the HADASSAH, THE WOMEN'S ZIONIST ORGA- Agudah Lema'an Hahayal. Israel's Assoc. NIZATION OF AMERICA, INC. (1912). 50 W. for the Weil-Being of Soldiers, founded 58 St., NYC 10019.(212)355-7900. FAX: in the early 1940s, which provides social, (212)303-8282. Pres. Nancy Falchuk; recreational, and educational programs Exec. Dir. Morlie Hammer Levin. Largest for soldiers, special services for the sick women's, largest Jewish, and largest Zion- and wounded, and summer programs for ist membership organization in U.S. In Is- widows and children of fallen soldiers. rael: Founded and funds Hadassah (WWW.FIDF.COM) Medical Organization, Hadassah College 642 / AMERICAN JEWISH YE R BOOK, 2008

of Jerusalem, Hadassah Career Counsel- program training professional community ing Institute, Young Judaea summer and peace workers. In Israel, initiated and op- year-course programs, as well as provid- erated jointly by Jews and Arabs; over 250 ing support for Youth Aliyah and JNF. interns trained in 35 cities; over 80,000 Is- U.S. programs: Jewish and women's raeli citizens participating in joint pro- health education; advocacy on Israel, grams in education, sports, culture, Zionism and women's issues: Young Ju- business, women's affairs, and community daea youth movement, including six development; since the peace accord, camps; Hadassah Leadership Academy; Palestinians from West Bank and Gaza Hadassah-Brandeis Institute for Interna- training as interns. Martin Luther King tional Research on Jewish Women; Project for Black/Jewish relations. IFP Hadassah Foundation. Hadassah Maga- Reports Quarterly: Guidebooks for Ethnic zine; Update; Hadassah International Conflict Resolution, (WWW.INTERNSFOR- Newsletter: Medical Update; American PEACE.ORG) Scene, (WWW.HADASSAH.ORG) ISRAEL CANCER RESEARCH FUND (1975). .YOUNG JUDAEA (1909; 1290 Avenue of the Americas, NYC reorg. 1967). 50 W. 58 St., NYC 10019. 10104. (212)969-9800. FAX: (212)969- (212)303-8014. FAX: (212)303-4572. E- 9822. E-mail: [email protected]. Pres. mail: [email protected]. Natl. Dir. Yashar llirshaut, M.D.; Chmn. Leah Seth Finkelstein. Religiously pluralistic, Susskind; Exec. V.P. Donald Adelman. politically nonpartisan Zionist youth The largest single source of private funds movement sponsored by Hadassah; seeks for cancer research in Israel. Has a three- to educate Jewish youth aged 8-25 toward fold mission: To encourage innovative Jewish and Zionist values, active com- cancer research by Israeli scientists; to mitment to and participation in the harness Israel's vast intellectual and cre- American and Israeli Jewish communi- ative resources to establish a world-class ties; maintains six summer camps in the center for cancer study; to broaden re- U.S.; runs both summer and year pro- search opportunities within Israel to stop grams in Israel, and a jr. year program the exodus of talented Israeli cancer re- in connection with both Hebrew Univer- searchers. Annual Report; Research sity in Jerusalem and Ben Gurion Uni- Awards: ICRF Brochure; Newsletter. versity of the Negev. College-age arm, Hamagshimim, supports Zionist activity ISRAEL HUMANITARIAN FOUNDATION (IHF) on campuses. Kol Hat'nua; The Young (1960). 276 Fifth Ave., Suite 901, NYC Judaean; Ad Kahn. (WWW.YOUNG 10001. (212)683-5676, (800)434-5IHF. JUDAEA.ORG) FAX: (212)213-9233. E-mail: info@ ihf.net. Pres. Marvin M. Sirota; Exec.V.- HASHOMER HATZAIR, SOCIALIST ZIONIST Pres. Stanley J. Abrams. Since 1960, Israel YOUTH MOVEMENT (1923). 114 W. 26 St., Humanitarian Foundation (IHF) has Suite 1001. NYC 10001. (212)627-2830. funded more than 130 social service pro- FAX: (212)989-9840. E-mail: mail@ jects in Israel that provide funds and pro- hashomerhatzair.org. Dir. Guy Tsfoni; grams in a diverse range of areas. IHF Natl. Sec. Moran Banai. Seeks to educate strives to improve the standard of living Jewish youth to an understanding of of the Israeli population through its sup- Zionism as the national liberation move- port for education, youth in need, elder ment of the Jewish people. Promotes care, the disables, and medical care & re- aliyah to kibbutzim. Affiliated with Kib- search projects that directly benefit thou- butz Artzi Federation. Espouses socialist- sands of people in need. Zionist ideals of peace, justice, democracy, ISRAEL POLICY FORUM (1993). 165 East 56,h and intergroup harmony. Young Guard. nd (WWW.HASHOMERHATZAIR.ORG) Street, 2 Floor, NYC 10022. (212)245- 4227. FAX: (212)245-0517. E-mail: ipf@ INTERNS FOR PEACE INTERNATIONAL (1976). ipforum.org. 1030 15 St., NW, Suite 850, 475 Riverside Dr., Room 240., NYC Washington, DC 20005. (202)842-1700. 10115. (212)870-2226. FAX: (914)686- FAX:(202)842-1722. E-mail: ipr@ipfo- 8896. E-mail: [email protected]. rum.org. Pres. Seymour Reich. An inde- Intl. Dir. Rabbi Bruce M. Cohen; Intl. pendent leadership institution whose Coord. Karen Wald Cohen. An indepen- mission is to encourage an active U.S. role dent, nonprofit, nonpolitical educational in resolving the Arab-Israeli conflict. IPF NATIONAL. JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 643

generates this support by involving lead- JEWISH PEACE LOBBY (1989). 8604 Second ers from the business, political, entertain- Avnue, PMB 317, Silver Spring, MD ment, academic, and philanthropic 20910. (301)589-8764. FAX: (301)589- communitites in the peace effort, and by 2722. Email: [email protected]. Pres. fostering a deeper understanding of the Jerome M. Segal. A legally registered peace process among the American pub- lobby promoting changes in U.S. policy lic. Forum Fax, Washington Bulletin, Se- vis-a-vis the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. curity Watch, (WWW.IPFORUM.ORG) Supports Israel's right to peace within secure borders; a political settlement based THE JERUSALEM FOUNDATION, INC. (1966). on mutual recognition of the right of self- 60E.42St.,Suite 1936. NYC 10165.(212) determination of both peoples; a two- 697-4188. FAX: (212) 697-4022. E-mail: state solution as the most likely means to [email protected]. Chmn. Kenneth a stable peace. AnnuaI Report. J. Bialkin: Exec. Dir. Dorothy Kauffman. A nonprofit organization devoted to im- KEREN OR, INC. JERUSALEM CENTER FOR proving the quality of life for all MULTI-HANDICAPPED BLIND CHILDREN Jerusalemites. regardless of ethnic, reli- (1956). 350 Seventh Ave., Suite 200, NYC gious, or socioeconomic background; has 10001. (212)279-4070. FAX: (212)279- initiated and implemented more than 4043. E-mail: [email protected]. 1,500 projects that span education, cul- Chmn. Dr. Edward L. Steinberg; Pres. Dr. ture. community services, beautification. Albert Hornblass; Exec. Dir. Rochelle B. and preservation of the city's historic her- Silberman. Funds the Keren-Or Center itage and religious sites. for M ulti-Handicapped Blind Children at 3 Abba Hillel Silver St., Ramot, JEWISH INSTITUTE FOR NATIONAL SECURITY Jerusalem, housing and caring for over 70 AFFAIRS (JINSA) (1976). (202)667-3900. resident and day students who in addi- E-mail: [email protected]. Pres. Norman tion to blindness or very low vision suffer Hascoe; Exec. Dir. Mark Broxmeyer. A from other severe physical and/or mental nonprofit, nonpartisan educational orga- disabilities. Students range in age from I nization working within the American 1/2 through young adulthood. Provides Jewish community to explain the link be- training in daily living skills, as well as tween American defense policy and the therapy, rehabilitation, and education to security of the State of Israel; and within the optimum level of the individual. In- the national security establishment to ex- sights Newsletter. plain the key role Israel plays in bolster- ing American interests, (WWW.JINSA.ORG) MACCABI USA/SPORTS FOR ISRAEL (formerly UNITED STATES COMMITTEE SPORTS JEWISH INSTITUTE FOR THE BLIND- FOR ISRAEL) (1948). 1926 Arch St., 4R. JERUSALEM, INC. (1902, Jerusalem). 15 E. Philadelphia, PA 19103. (215)561-6900. 26St., NYC 10010.(212)532-4155. FAX: Fax: (215)561-5470. E-mail: maccabi@ (212) 447-7683. Pres. Rabbi David E. maccabiusa.com. Pres. Toni Worhman. Lapp; Admin. Eric L. Loeb. Supports a Sponsors U.S. team for World Maccabiah dormitory and school for the Israeli blind Games in Israel every four years; seeks to and handicapped in Jerusalem. INsight. enrich the lives of Jewish youth in the U.S., Israel, and the Diaspora through athletic, JEWISH NATIONAL FUND OF AMERICA cultural, and educational programs; devel- (1901). 42 E. 69 St., NYC 10021. ops, promotes, and supports international, (212)879-9300. (1 -800-542-TREE). FAX: national, and regional athletic-based activ- (212)570-1673. E-mail: communica- ities and facilities. Sportscene Newsletter, [email protected]. Pres. Stanley M. Chesley; Commemorative Maccabiah Games Jour- CEO Russell F. Robinson. Jewish Na- nal; financial report, (WWW.MACCABIUSA tional Fund is the American fund-raising .COM) arm of Keren Kayemeth Lelsrael, the official land agency in Israel and is cele- MERCAZ USA (1979). 155 Fifth Ave., NYC brating its 100lh Anniversary this year. 10010. (212)533-7800, ext. 2016. FAX: JNF works in the following areas: water (212)533-2601. E-mail: info@mer- resource development, afforestation and cazusa.org. Pres. Rabbi Steven S. Wolnek; ecology, eduction, tourism and recre- Exec. Dir. Rabbi Robert R. Golub. The ation, community development and re- U.S. Zionist organization for Conserva- search. (WWW.JNF.ORG) tive/Masorti Judaism; works for religious 644 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 2007

pluralism in Israel, defending and pro- labor Israel. Raises funds for youth, edu- moting Conservative/Masorli institutions cational, health, social and cultural pro- and individuals; fosters Zionist education jects in Israel from a constituency which and aliyah and develops young leadership. includes labor unions, foundations, gov- Mercaz USA Quarterly Newsletter. ernment agencies and individual donors (WWW.MERCAZUSA.ORG) and supporters. Occasional background papers (WWW.LABORISRAEL.ORG) MERETZ USA FOR ISRAELI CIVIL RIGHTS AND PEACE (1991). 114 W. 26 St., Suite NEW ISRAEL FUND(I979). 1101 14lbSt.,NW, 1002, NYC 10001. (212)242-4500. FAX: 6lb fl., Washington, DC 20005-5639. (212)242-5718. E-mail: mail@meret- (202)842-0900. FAX: (202)842-0991. E- zusa.org. Pres. Lawrence I. Lerner; Exec. mail: [email protected]. New York office: 165 Dir. Ron Skolnik. A forum for addressing E. 56 St., NYC 10022. (212)750-2333. the issues of social justice and peace in Is- FAX: (212)750-8043. Pres. Larry Garber; rael. Educates about issues related to Exec. Dir. Norman S. Rosenberg. A part- democracy, human and civil rights, reli- nership of Israelis and North Americans gious pluralism, and equality for women dedicated to promoting social justice, co- and ethnic minorities; promotes the reso- existence, and pluralism in Israel, the New lution of Israel's conflict with the Pales- Israel Fund helps strengthen Israeli tinians on the basis of mutual democracy by providing grants and tech- recognition, self-determination, and nical assistance to the public-interest sec- peaceful coexistence. Israel Horizons. tor, cultivating a new generation of social (WWW.MERETZUSA.ORG) activists, and educating citizens in Israel NA'AMAT USA. THE WOMEN'S LABOR ZION- and the Diaspora about the challenges to IST ORGANIZATION OF AMERICA, INC. Israeli democracy. Quarterly newsletter an- (1925). 350 Fifth Ave., Suite 4700, NYC nual report; other reports., (WWW.NIF.ORG) 10118-4799. (212)563-5222. FAX: (212) PEF ISRAEL ENDOWMENT FUNDS, INC. 563-5710. E-mail: [email protected]. (1922). 317 Madison Ave., Suite 607, Natl. Pres. Alice Howard. Part of the NYC 10017. (212)599-1260. Chmn. Sid- World Movement of Na'amat (Move- ney A. Luria; Pres. B. Harrison Frankel; ment of Working Women and Volun- Sec. Mark Bane. A totally volunteer or- teers), the largest Jewish women's ganization that makes grants to educa- organization in the world, it helps pro- tional, scientific, social, religious, health, vide social, educational, and legal services and other philanthropic institutions in Is- for women, teenagers, and children in Is- rael. It also advocates legislation for rael. Annual report. women's rights and child welfare in Israel POALE AGUDATH ISRAEL OF AMERICA, INC. and the U.S., furthers Jewish education, (1948). 2920 Avenue J, Brooklyn. NY and supports Habonim Dror, the Labor 11210. (718)258-2228. FAX: (718)258- Zionist youth movement. Na'amat 2288. Pres. Rabbi Fabian Schonfeld. Aims Woman magazine, (WWW.NAAMAT.ORG) to educate American Jews to the values of Orthodoxy and aliyah; supports kib- NATIONAL COMMITTEE FOR LABOR ISRAEL butzim, trade schools, yeshivot, (1923). 275 Seventh Ave., NYC 10001. moshavim, kollelim, research centers, and (212)647-0300. FAX: (212)647-0308. E- children's homes in Israel. PA I News; mail: [email protected]. Pres. Jay She'arim; Hamavan. Mazur; Exec. Dir. Jerry Goodman; Chmn. Trade Union Council Morton PRO ISRAEL (1990). 1328 Broadway, Suite Bahr. Serves as a bridge among Israel's 435, NYC. (212)594-8996. FAX: labor sector, including its General Feder- (212)594-8986. E-mail: proisrael@aol. ation of Labor, Histadrut, the American com. Pres. Dr. Ernest Bloch; Exec. Dir. labor movement, the Jewish community Rabbi Julian M. White. Educates the and the general public. Brings together public about Israel and the Middle East; Jews and non-Jews to build support for Is- provides support for community devel- rael and advance closer Israel-Arab ties. opment throughout the Land of Israel, Cooperates with Israels labor sector. Na- particularly in Judea. Samaria, Gaza, and tional in scope, it conducts education in the Golan Heights. Projects include the the Jewish community and among labor Ariel Center for Policy Research and Pro- groups to promote better relations with fessors for a Strong Israel. NATIONAL. JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 645

RELIGIOUS ZIONISTS OF AMERICA (1909). 7 Stadtler. Promotes interest in, and knowl- Penn Plaza, Suite 205. NYC 10001. edge of, all phases of Israel philately (212)465-9234. FAX: (212)465-9246. through sponsorship of chapters and re- F.mail: [email protected]. Pres. Rabbi search groups, maintenance of a philatelic Yosef Blau: Exec. Dir. Alan Mond. Dis- library, and support of public and private seminates ideals of religious Zionism; con- exhibitions. The Israel Philatelist; mono- ducts cultural work, educational program, graphs; books. public relations; raises funds for religious TEL AVIV UNIVERSITY: AMERICAN COUNCIL educational institutions in Israel, including (FORMERLY AMERICAN FRIENDS OF TF.L yeshivot hesder and Bnei Akiva. Voice of AVIV UNIVERSITY, INC.) (1955). 39 Broad- Religious Zionism, (WWW.RZA.ORG) way, 15" Floor., NYC 10006. (212)742- , BNEI AKIVA OF THE U.S. & CANADA 9070. FAX: (212)742-9071. E-mail: info@ (1934). 7 Penn Plaza, Suite 205, NYC tauac.org. Pres. Sam Witkin; Natl. Chmn. 10001. (212)465-9536. FAX: (212)465- Joel Tauber. Promotes higher education 2155. Shaliah, Rabbi Shaul Feldman; at Tel Aviv University, Israel's largest and Natl. Dir. Steve Frankel. The only reli- most comprehensive institution of higher gious Zionist Youth movement in North learning. Included in its nine faculties are America. Educating thousands of youlhs the Sackler School of Medicine with its from grade school throughout the US and fully accredited NY State English-lan- Canada. We have live summer camps in guage program, the Rubin Academy of Music, and 70 research institutes, includ- North America and a summer program in ing the Moshe Dayan Center for Middle Israel. We educate towards the values of East & African Studies and the JalTe Cen- the Religious Zionist Movement which ter for Strategic Studies. Tel Aviv Univer- sees the place of all Jews, in Israel, in- sity News: FAX Flash. Connections volved in social action, and committed to Newsletter (quarterly). Orthodox Torah values. Akiron; Pinkos Lamadrich; Daf Rayonot: Me'Olialai THEODOR HERZL FOUNDATION (1954). 633 Torah; Zraim.(www.BNEIAKIVA.ORG) Third Ave., 21" fl„ NYC 10017. (212)339- , NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR TORAH 6040. FAX: (212)318-6176. E-mail: EDUCATION (1939). 7 Penn Plaza, Suite [email protected]. Chmn. Kalman 205, NYC 10001. (212)465-9234. FAX: Sultanik; Sec. Sam E. Bloch. Offers cul- (212)465-9246. E-mail: [email protected]. tural activities, lectures, conferences, Pres. Aaron S. Tirschwell: Chmn. Rabbi courses in modern Hebrew and Jewish Mark Dratch. Organizes and supervises subjects, Israel, Zionism, and Jewish his- yeshivot and Talmud Torahs; prepares tory.. and trains teachers; publishes textbooks , HERZL PRESS. Chmn. Kalman Sul- and educational materials: organizes sum- tanik: Dir. of Pub. Sam E. Bloch. Serves mer seminars for Hebrew educators in as "the Zionist Press of record." publish- cooperation with Torah Department of ing books that are important for the light Jewish Agency; conducts ulpan. Olir they shed on Zionist philosophy. Israeli HaMizracli. Toral Yisrael(weekly), (www history, contemporary Israel and the Di- .RZA.ORG) aspora and the relationship between them. They are important as contribu- SCHNEIDER CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER tions to Zionist letters and history. Mid- OF ISRAEL (1982). 130 E. 59 St., Suite stream. 1203, NYC 10022. (212)759-3370. FAX: (212)759-0120. E-mail: mdiscmci@aol To SAVE A LIFE (2003). 16405 Equestrian .com. Bd. Chmn. II. Irwin Levy; Exec. Lane. Rockville. MD 20855. (301)977- Dir. Shlomit Manson. Its primary goal is 3637. FAX: (301)977-3888. E-mail: to provide the best medical care to chil- [email protected]. Pres. Jerry dren in the Middle East. UPDATE Klinger. Provides an opportunity to give Newsletter directly, efficiently, and personally to help needy Israelis; identifies small charities SOCIETY OF ISRAEL PHILATELISTS (1949). that are below the radar screen. 24355 Tunbridge Lane. Beachwood. OH (WWW.TSAL.ORG) 44122. (216)292-3843. Pres. Robert B. Pildes. MD; Exec. Secry. Howard S. TSOMET-TECHIYA USA (1978). 185 Mon- Chapman; Journal Ed. Dr. Oscar tague St., 3rd fl„ Brooklyn, NY 11201. 646 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 2007

(718)596-2119. FAX: (718)858-4074. E- dren), the National Library for Social mail: [email protected]. Chmn. Howard B. Work, and the Hebrew University Blind Weber. Supports the activities of the Is- Students' Unit. raeli Tsomet party, which advocates Is- raeli control over the entire Land of WORLD CONFEDERATION OF UNITED ZION- ISTS (1946; reorg.1958). 130 E. 59 St., Israel. NYC 10022. (212)371-1452. FAX: UNITED CHARITY INSTITUTIONS OF (212)371-3265. Co-Pres. Marlene Post & JERUSALEM, INC. (1903). 1467 48 St., Kalman Sultanik. Promotes Zionist edu- Brooklyn, NY 11219. (718)633-8469. cation. sponsors nonparty youth move- FAX: (718)633-8478. Chmn. Rabbi Char- ments in the Diaspora, and strives for an lop; Exec. Dir. Rabbi Pollak. Raises funds Israel-oriented creative Jewish survival in for the maintenance of schools, kitchens, the Diaspora. Zionist Information Views clinics, and dispensaries in Israel; free (in English and Spanish). loan foundations in Israel. WORLD ZIONIST ORGANIZATION-AMERICAN s US/ISRAEL WOMEN TO WOMEN (1979). 45 SECTION (1971). 633 Third Ave., 21 ' fl„ West 36,H Street, I0'H Floor, NYC 10018. NYC 10017. (212)688-3197. Chmn. (917) 351-0920. FAX: (917) 351-0921. E- Kalman Sultanik. As the American sec- mail: [email protected]. Ch. Nina tion of the overall Zionist body through- Kaufman, esq.; Exec. Dir. Joan Gordon. out the world, it operates primarily in the Provides critical seed money for grass- field of aliyah from the free countries, ed- roots efforts advocating equal status and ucation in the Diaspora, youth and fair treatment for women in all spheres of Hechalutz, organization and information, Israeli life; targets small, innovative, Is- cultural institutions, publications; con- raeli-run programs that seek to bring ducts a worldwide Hebrew cultural pro- about social change in health, education, gram including special seminars and civil rights, domestic violence, family pedagogic manuals; disperses information planning, and other spheres of Israeli life. and assists in research projects concern- Newsletters, (WWW.USISRAELWOMEN.ORG) ing Israel; promotes, publishes, and distributes books, periodicals, and VOLUNTEERS FOR ISRAEL (1982). 330 W. 42 pamphlets concerning developments in St., Suite 1618, NYC 10036-6902. Israel. Zionism, and Jewish history. Mid- (212)643-4848. FAX: (212)643-4855. E- stream. mail: [email protected]. Pres. Jeanne S. Schachter; Vice Pres. Carol Stein. Pro- , DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION AND vides aid to Israel through volunteer CULTURE (1948). 633 Third Ave., 21" fl., work, building lasting relationships be- NYC 10017. (212)339-6001. FAX: tween Israelis and Americans. Affords (212)826-8959. Renders educational ser- persons aged 18 and over the opportunity vices to boards and schools: study pro- to participate in various duties currently grams, books, AV aids, instruction, performed by overburdened Israelis on teacher-in-training service. Judaic and IDF bases and in other settings, enabling Hebrew subjects. Annual National Bible them to meet and work closely with Is- Contest; Israel summer and winter pro- raelis and to gain an inside view of Israeli grams for teachers and students. life and culture. , ISRAEL ALIYAH CENTER (1993). 633 WOMEN'S LEAGUE FOR ISRAEL, INC. (1928). Third Ave.. 21« fl., NYC 10017. (212)339- 160 E. 56 St.. NYC 10022. (212)838-1997. 6060. FAX: (212)832-2597. Exec. Dir. N. FAX: (212)888-5972. E-mail: wliny@ Amer. Aliyah Delegation, Kalman Gross- aol.com. Pres. Harriet Lainer; Exec. Dir. man. Through 26 offices throughout N. Dorothy LelTler. Maintains centers in Amer., staffed by shlichim (emissaries), Haifa, Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Natanya. Pro- works with potential immigrants to plan jects include Family Therapy and Train- their future in Israel and processes immi- ing, Centers for the Prevention of gration documents. Through Israel Domestic Violence, Meeting Places (su- Aliyah Program Center provides support, pervised centers for noncustodial parents information, and programming for olim and their children), DROR (supporting and their families; promotes long-term families at risk). Yachdav-"Together" programs and fact-finding trips to Israel. (long-term therapy for parents and chil- Cooperates with Tnuat Aliyah in NATIONAL. JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 647

Jerusalem and serves as American con- cluding welfare programs for Jews in tact with Association of Americans and need. Current concerns include: Rescuing Canadians in Israel. Jews from areas of distress, facilitating community development in the former YOUTH RENEWAL FUND. 250 W. 57"' Street, Soviet Union; helping to meet Israel's Suite 632., NYC 10107. (212)207-3195. social service needs by developing innov- FAX: (212)207-8379. E-mail: info@youth ative programs that create new opportu- renewalfund.org. Pres. Samuel L. Katz; nities for the country's most vulnerable Exec. Dir. Karen L. Berman. The Youth populations; youth activities in Eastern Renewal Fund was established in 1989 to Europe and nonsectarian development provide supplemental education to disad- and disaster assistance. Annual Report; vantaged youth in Israel. Since inception, Snapshots: JDC's Activities in the Former YRF has implemented over $10 million in Soviet Union: JDC: One People, One programs that have benefited over 19,500 Heart, (WWW.JDC.ORG). Israeli children, (WWW.YOUTHRENEWAL FUND.ORG) AMERICAN JEWISH PHILANTHROPIC FUND (1955). 122 E. 42 St., 12th n„ NYC 10168- ZIONIST ORGANIZATION OF AMERICA 1289. (212)755-5640. FAX: (212)644- (1897). ZOA House. 4 E. 34 St.. NYC 0979. Pres. Charles J. Tanenbaum. 10016. (212)481-1500. FAX: (212)481- 1515. E-mail: [email protected]. Natl. Pres. Provides college scholarship assistance to Morton A. Klein. Strengthens the rela- Jewish refugees through pilot programs tionship between Israel and the U.S. being administered by the Jewish Family through Zionist educational activities Service in Los Angeles and NYANA in that explain Israel's importance to the New York. U.S. and the dangers that Israel faces. AMERICAN JEWISH WORLD SERVICE (1985). Works on behalf of pro-Israel legislation; 45 West 36lh Street.. NYC 10018. combats anti-Israel bias in the media, (212)736-2597. FAX: (212)736-3463. E- textbooks, travel guides, and on cam- mail:jws@aj\vs.org. Chmn. Marty Fried- puses; promotes aliyah. Maintains the man; Pres. Ruth W. Messinger. Provides ZOA House in Tel Aviv, a cultural center, nonsectarian. humanitarian assistance and the Kfar Silver Agricultural and and emergency relief to people in need in Technical High School in Ashkelon, Africa, Asia, Latin America, Russia, which provides vocational training for Ukraine, and the Middle East; works in new immigrants. ZOA Report; Israel and partnership with local nongovernmental the Middle East: Behind the Head- organizations to support and implement lines.(WWW.ZOA.ORG) self-sustaining grassroots development projects; serves as a vehicle through which OVERSEAS AID the Jewish community can act as global citizens. AJWS Reports (newsletter). AMERICAN FRIENDS OF THE ALLIANCE IS- (WWW.AJWS.ORG) RAELITE UNIVERSELLE, INC. (1946). 420 Lexington Ave., Suite 1731, NYC 10170. AMERICAN ORT (1922, reorg. 2006). 75 (212)808-5437. FAX: (212)983-0094. E- Maiden Lane, 10'" II. NYC 10038. mail: [email protected]. Pres. Al- (212)505-7700. FAX: (212)674-3057. E- bert Sibony; Asst. Batya Minkowitz. mail: www.americanort.org; www.waort Participates in educational and human- .org. Pres. Doreen llermelin; Exec. Dir. rights activities of the AIIJ and supports Hope Kessler. Consolidation of Ameri- the Alliance system of Jewish schools, can ORT and Women's American ORT teachers' colleges, and remedial programs that coordinates all ORT operations in in Israel. North Africa, the Middle East, the U.S., promotes and raises funds for Europe, and Canada. Alliance Review. ORT, a nonpolitical organization and the AMERICAN JEWISH JOINT DISTRIBUTION largest nongovernmental global educa- COMMITTEE, INC.—JDC (1914). 711 tion and training organization in the Third Ave.. NYC 10017-4014. (212)687- world. With past and present activities in 6200. FAX: (212)370-5467. E-mail: over 100 countries, ORT has educated [email protected]. Pres. Ellen Heller: nearly 4 million people in a global net- Exec. V.-Pres. Steven Schwager. Provides work of high schools, colleges, appren- assistance to Jewish communities in Eu- ticeship programs and teacher training rope, Asia, Africa, and the Mideast, in- institutes. ORT's global network enables 648 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 2007

its 300,000 students in more than 60 coun- them to countries of safe haven. As the tries to pursue fruitful careers and live migration arm of the American Jewish lives of hope. Students at ORT schools community, it also advocates for fair and everywhere around the world rely on just policies affecting refugees and immi- funds raised by American ORT to help grants. Since its founding in 1881, the them meet tuition costs, build the most agency has rescued more than four and a up-to-date learning facilities and furnish half million people. Bi-Annual report. them with cutting-edge learning tools, JEWISH FOUNDATION FOR THE RIGHTEOUS computers, laboratories and other equip- (1986). 305 Seventh Ave.. 19th fl„ NYC ment. In Israel. 100,000 students attend 10001. (212)727-9955. FAX: (212)727- 145 schools and training centers; there are 9956. E-mail: [email protected]. Pres. Melvin L. 47 ORT schools and centers in the CIS Merians; Exec. V.P. Stanlee J. Stahl. Pro- (the former Soviet Union) and in the vides monthly support to 1,700 aged and Baltic States; and in the U.S., over 15,000 needy Righteous Gentiles living in 30 students are served by ORT's Technical countries who risked their lives to save Institutes in Chicago, Los Angeles, and Jews during the Holocaust. The Founda- New York, and in Jewish day school pro- tion's education program focuses on edu- grams in Atlanta, Chicago, Cleveland, cating teachers and their students about Detroit, Florida, Los Angeles, and the the history of the Holocaust and the sig- National Capital Area (Washington. nificance of altruistic behavior for our so- D.C.). Jewish day school students are ciety. Newsletter (3 times a year). served by ORT compute technology pro- (WWW.JFR.ORG) grams in Atlanta, Cleveland and Miami. (WWW.ORTAMERICA.ORG) NORTH AMERICAN CONFERENCE ON ETHIOPIAN JEWRY (NACOEJ) (1982). 132 CONFERENCE ON JEWISH MATERIAL CLAIMS Nassau St., Suite 412, NYC 10038. AGAINST GERMANY, INC. (1951). 15 E. 26 (212)233-5200. FAX: (212)233-5243. E- St.. Rm. 906, NYC 10010. (212)696-4944. mail: [email protected]. Pres. Judith L. FAX: (212)679-2126. E-mail: info@ Wolf; Exec. Dir. Barbara Ribakove Gor- claimscon.org. Chairman Julius Berman; don. Provides programming for Exec. V.-Pres. Gideon Taylor. Represents Ethiopian Jews in Israel in the areas of Jewish survivors in negotiations lor com- education (elementary school, high pensation from the German government school and college) and cultural preser- and other entities once controlled by the vation. Assists Ethiopian Jews remaining Nazis. Also an operating agency that ad- in Ethiopia. National speakers bureau of- ministers compensation funds, recovers fers programs to synagogues, schools, and Jewish property and allocates funds to in- Jewish and non-Jewish organizations. Ex- stitutions that serve Holocaust survivors. hibits of Ethiopian Jewish artifacts, pho- The Claims Conference—made up of the tos. handicrafts, etc. available. Lifeline conference on Jewish Material Claims (newsletter), (WWW.NACOEJ.ORG) Against Germany and the Committee for Jewish Claims on Austria—is one of the RE'UTH WOMEN'S SOCIAL SERVICE, INC. founders of the World Jewish Restitution (1937). 130 E. 59 St., Suite 1200, NYC Organization, Memorial Foundation for 10022. (212)836-1570. FAX: (212)836- Jewish Culture and the United Restitution 1114. Chmn. Ursula Merkin; Pres. Rosa Organization. Newsletter Annual Report; Strygler. Maintains, in Israel, subsidized Guide to Restitution and Compensation; housing for self-reliant elderly; old-age Special Update, (WWW.CLAIMSCON.ORG) homes for more dependent elderly; Licht- enstadter Hospital for chronically ill and HIAS, INC. (HEBREW IMMIGRANT AID SO- young accident victims not accepted by CIETY) (1880; reorg. 1954). 333 Seventh other hospitals; subsidized meals; Golden Ave., NYC 10001-5004. (212)967-4100. Age clubs. Recently opened a wing for FAX: (212)967-4483. E-mail:public@ chronically ill children. Annual dinner hias.org. Chair Michael Rukin; Pres. & journal. CEO Gideon Aranoff. The oldest international migration and refugee resettle- THANKS TO SCANDINAVIA, INC. (1963). ment agency in the United States, American Jewish Committee, 165 East dedicated to assisting persecuted and op- Stf" Street, 8lh Fl., NYC 10022. (212)891- pressed people worldwide and delivering 1403. FAX: (212)838-2120. Email: NATIONAL. JE WISH ORGANIZATIONS / 649

[email protected]. Pres. Richard Netter; F.xec. being of Jewish women and their fami- Dir. Rebecca Neuwirth. Provides schol- lies. arships and fellowships at U.S. universities and medical centers and Israeli . BOYS' DIVISION-PIRCHEI AGUDATH ISRAEL (1925) 42 Broadway, NYC 10004 educational institutions to students/ (212)797-9000. Natl. Coord. Rabbi Shi- teachers/medical professionals from Bul- mon Grama. Educates Orthodox Jewish garia, Denmark. Finland, Norway, and children in Torah; encourages sense of Sweden in lasting appreciation of the res- communal responsibility. Branches spon- cue of Jews during World War II and to sor weekly youth groups and Jewish wel- build friendships based on those exam- fare projects. National Mishnah contests, ples of courage and humanity in history. rallies, and conventions foster unity on a (WWW.TtlANKSTOSCANDNAVIA.ORG) national level. Leaders Guides. UNITED JEWISH COMMUNITIES (1999). 111 , GIRLS' DIVISION—BNOS AGUDATH Eighth Ave.. 11th fl.. NYC 10011-5201. ISRAEL (1921). 42 Broadway, NYC 10004. (212)284-6500. FAX: (212)284-6822. (646)254-1600. Natl. Dir. Leah Zagel- Chmn. Joseph Kanfer; Pres./CEO baum. Sponsors regular weekly programs Howard Rieger. Formed from the merger on the local level and unites girls from of the United Jewish Appeal, the Coun- throughout the Torah world with exten- cil of Jewish Federations and United Is- sive regional and national activities. Kol rael Appeal, is the dominant fundraising Bnos. arm for North American Jewry, and represents 189 Jewish Federations and 400 . YOUNG MEN'S DIVISION—ZEIREI independent communities across the con- AGUDATH ISRAEL (1921). 42 Broadway, tinent. It reflects the values and traditions NYC 10004. (212)797-9000, ext. 57. Dir. of education, leadership, advocacy and Rabbi Labish Becker. Educates youth to social justice, and continuity of commu- see Torah as source of guidance for all is- nity that define the Jewish people. sues facing Jews as individuals and as a people. Inculcates a spirit of activism RELIGIOUS AND EDUCATIONAL through projects in religious, Torah-edu- ORGANIZATIONS cational, and community-welfare fields. AGUDATH ISRAEL OF AMERICA (1922). 42 Am Hatorali: Daf Cliizuk. Broadway, NYC. 10004. (212)797-9000. AGUDATH ISRAEL WORLD ORGANIZATION FAX: (646)254-1600. E-mail: shafran@ (1912) 42 Broadway, 14lh Floor. NYC agudathisrael.org. Exec. V.-Pres. Rabbi 10004. (212)797-9000. FAX: (212)254- Shmuel Bloom. Mobilizes Orthodox Jews 1650. UN Rep. Prof. Harry Reicher. Esq. to cope with Jewish problems in the spirit Represents the interests of Orthodox of the Torah; speaks out on contempo- Jewry on the national and international rary issues from an Orthodox viewpoint; scenes. Sponsors projects to strengthen sponsors a broad range of projects aimed Torah life worldwide. at enhancing religious living, education, children's welfare, protection of Jewish ALEPH: ALLIANCE FOR JEWISH RENEWAL religious rights, outreach to the assimi- (1963; reorg. 1993). 7000 Lincoln Drive, lated and to arrivals from the former So- #B2, Philadelphia. PA 19119-3046. viet Union, and social services. Jewish (215)247-9700. FAX: (215)247-9703. E- Observer Dos Yiddislie Vorl: Coalition. mail: [email protected]. Bd. Chmn. Linda Jo Doctor; Exec. Dir. Debra -, AGUDAH WOMEN OF AMF.RICA- Kolodny. Serving the worldwide grass- N'SIIEI AGUDATH ISRAEL (1940). 42 roots movement for Jewish spiritual re- Broadway, NYC 10004. (212)363-8940. newal, ALEPH organizes and nurtures FAX: (212)747-8763. Presidium Aliza communities, trains lay and rabbinic lead- Grund & Rose Isbee: Dir. Hannah ers, creates new liturgy and adult learning Kalish, Esq. Organizes Jewish women for resources, sponsors conferences, retreats philanthropic work in the U.S. and Israel and seminars and works for social and en- and for intensive Torah education. Its new vironmental justice. New Menorah online division, N'shei C.A.R.E.S., (Community, journal and KolAlepli/Or liador combined Awareness, Responsibility, Education. & quarterly newsletter of the Aleph and the Support), conducts seminars and support Network of Jewish Renewal Communities groups promoting the health and well- (NJRC). (WWW.AL.EPH.ORG) 650 / AMERICAN JEWISH YE R BOOK, 2008

AM KOLEL JUDAIC RESOURCE CENTER teachers, coordinating research, and co- (1990). 15 W. Montgomery Ave., operating with other scholarly organiza- Rockville, MD 20850. (301)309-2310. tions. AJS Review;AJS Perspectives. FAX: (301)309-2328. E-mail: amkolel@ (WWW.BRANDEIS.EDU/AJS) aol.com. Pres. David Shneyer. An independent Jewish resource center, provid- ASSOCIATION FOR THE SOCIAL SCIENTIFIC ing a progressive Jewish voice in the STUDY OF JEWRY (1971). c/o Prof. Carmel community. Activities include: religion, U. Chiswick, Department of Economics educational and cultural programs; (m/c 144). University of Illinois at classes, workshops and seminars; inter- Chicago, 601 S. Morgan Street, Chicago, faith workshops and programs; tikkun II 60607-7121. (312)996-2683. FAX: olam (social action) opportunities. The (312)996-3344. E-mail: [email protected]. staff provides training and resources to Pres. Sherry Israel; V.-Pres. Riv-Ellen emerging and independent communities Prell; Sec.-Treas. Carmel Chiswick. Jour- throughout N. America. Am Kolel spon- nal Ed. Samuel Heilman; Mng. Ed. Uriel sors Jews United for Justice, the Center Heilman. Arranges academic sessions for Inclusiveness in Jewish Life (CIJL) and facilitates communication among so- and Yedid DC. Directory of Independent cial scientists studying Jewry through Jewish Communities and Havurot in meetings, journal, newsletter and related Maryland, DC and Virginia: Rock Creek materials and activities. Contemporary Haggadah. Jewry; Newsletter (electronic).

AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF RABBIS (1978). ASSOCIATION OF ORTHODOX JEWISH SCIEN- 350 Fifth Ave.. Suite 3304, NYC 10118. TISTS (1948). 25 W. 45tSt. Suite 1405, NYC (212)244-3350, (516)244-7113. FAX: 10036. (212)840-1166. FAX: (212) (516)344-0779. E-mail: [email protected]. 840-1514. E-mail: [email protected]. Pres. Rabbi Jeffrey Wartenberg; Exec. Dir. Pres. Allen J. Bennett. M.D.: Bd. Chmn. Rabbi David L. Dunn. An organization of Rabbi Nachman Cohen. Seeks to con- rabbis serving in pulpits, in areas of edu- tribute to the development of science cation, and in social work. Quarterly bul- within the framework of Orthodox Jewish letin; monthly newsletter. tradition; to obtain and disseminate information relating to the interaction be- AMERICAN STUDENTS TO ACTIVATE PRIDE tween the Jewish traditional way of life (ASAP/OU College AtTairs) (1993). 11 ,h and scientific developments—on both an Broadway, 14 ft., NYC 10004. (212)563- ideological and practical level; to assist in 4000. FAX: (212)564-9058. E-mail: david- the solution of problems pertaining to Or- [email protected]. Pres. Zelda thodox Jews engaged in scientific teaching Goldsmith; Natl. Dir. Rabbi David or research. Two main conventions are Felsenthal: Chmn. Bernard Falk. A spir- held each year. Intercom; Proceedings; itual fitness movement of Jewish college Halacha Bulletin: newsletter. students promoting Torah learning and discussion. Supports 100 learning groups B'NAI B'RITH YOUTH ORGANIZATION (1924, at over 65 campuses as well as regional became independent in 2002). 2020 K and national seminars and shabbatonim. Street, NW, 7lh Floor, Washington, DC Good Shabbos (weekly): Rimon Discus- 20006. (202)857-6633. FAX: (212)857- sion Guide (monthly); Jewish Student Col- 6568. Chmn. Howard Wohl; Exec. Dir. lege Survival Guide (yearly). Matthew Grossman. Organized in local chapters. BBYO is a youth led interna- ASSOCIATION FOR JEWISH STUDIES (1969). tional organization offering leadership Center for Jewish History, 15 W. 16 St., opportunities and Jewish programming, NYC 10011. (917)606-8249. FAX: which helps Jewish teenagers achieve self- (917)606-8222. E-mail: [email protected]. fulfillment and contribute to the commu- Pres. Sara Horowitz; Exec. Dir. Rona nity. Assists members acquire a greater Sheramy. Seeks to promote, maintain, knowledge and appreciation for the Jew- and improve the teaching of Jewish stud- ish religion, culture and the State of Is- ies in colleges and universities by spon- rael. (WWW.BBYO.ORG) soring meetings and conferences, publishing a newsletter and other schol- CANTORS ASSEMBLY (1947). 3080 Broadway, arly materials, aiding in the placement of Suite 613, NYC 10027. (212)678-8834. NATIONAL. JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 651

FAX: (212)662-8989. E-mail: caoffice through CLAL web site. Sacred Days cal- (gaol.com. Pres. Joseph Gole; Exec. V.- endar; monographs; holiday brochures; Pres. David Propis. Seeks to unite all can- CLAL Update, (WWW.CLAL.ORG) tors who adhere to traditional Judaism and who serve as full-time cantors in COALITION FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF JEW- bona fide congregations to conserve and ISH EDUCATION (CAJE)(I977). 261 W. 35 promote the musical traditions of the St., #12A, NYC 10001. (212)268-4210. Jews and to elevate the status of the can- FAX: (212)268-4214. E-mail: cajeny@ torial profession. Annual Proceedings: caje.org. Pres. Iris PetrolT; Exec. Dir. Jef- Journal of Synagogue Music, (WWW.CAN- frey Lasday. The Coalition for the Ad- TORS.ORG) vancement of Jewish Education (CAJE), the largest membership organization of CENTER FOR CHRISTIAN-JEWISH UNDER- Jewish educators in North America, hosts STANDING OF SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY annual conferences and offers outreach (1992). 5151 Park Ave., Fairfield, CT programming, teacher recruitment, and 06825. (203)365-7592. FAX; (203)365- mentoring, a Job Bank, and a Curricu- 4815. E-mail: [email protected]. Pres. lum Response Service. CAJE has estab- Dr. Anthony J. Cernera; Exec. Dir. Rabbi lished an Early Childhood Department. Joseph H. Ehrenkranz. An educational Though its Hanukat CAJE Committee, and research division of Sacred Heart CAJE advocates on behalf of Jewish ed- University: brings together clergy, laity, ucators. Jewish Education News; CAJE scholars, theologians, and educators with Page: timely curricular publications: the purpose of promoting interreligious Hanukat CAJE series, (WWW.CAJE.ORG) research, education, and dialogue, with particular focus on current religious CONGRESS OF SECULAR JEWISH ORGANIZA- thinking within Christianity and Judaism. TIONS (1970). 19657 Villa Dr. N„ South- CCJU Perspective. field, Ml 48076. (248)569-8127. FAX: (248)569-5222. E-mail: [email protected].. CENTRAL CONFERENCE OF AMERICAN RAB- An umbrella organization of schools and BIS (1889). 355 Lexington Ave., NYC adult clubs; facilitates exchange of cur- 10017. (212)972-3636. FAX: (212)692- ricula and educational programs for chil- 0819. E-mail: [email protected]. Pres. dren and adults stressing the Jewish Peter S. Knobel; Exec. V.-Pres. Rabbi historical and cultural heritage and the Steven Fox. Seeks to conserve and pro- continuity of the Jewish people. New mote Judaism and to disseminate its Yorkish (Yiddish literature translations); teachings in a liberal spirit. The CCAR Haggadali; The Hanuka Festival; Mame- Press provides liturgy and prayerbooks to Loslin. the worldwide Reform Jewish community. CCAR Journal.A Reform Jewish Quar- CONVERSION TO JUDAISM RESOURCE CEN- terly; CCAR Yearbook, (WWW.CCARNET. TER (1997). 74 Hauppauge Rd.. Rm. 53, ORG) Commack, NY 11725. (631)462-5826. E- mail: [email protected]. Pres. Dr. CLAI.—NATIONAL JEWISH CENTER FOR Lawrence J. Epstein; Exec. Dir. Susan LEARNING AND LEADERSHIP (1974). 440 Lustig. Provides information and advice Park Ave. S„ 4th fl., NYC 10016-8012. for people who wish to convert to Judaism (212)779-3300. FAX: (212)779-1009. E- or who have converted. Puts potential mail: [email protected]. Pres. Rabbi Irwin converts in touch with rabbis from all Kula, Rabbi Brad Hirschfeld; Chmn. branches of Judaism. Larry Gellman; Exec. V.-Chmn. Donna M. Rosenthal. Provides leadership training COUNCIL FOR JEWISH EDUCATION (1926) 11 for lay leaders, rabbis, educators, and com- Olympia Lane, Monsey. NY 10952-2829. munal professionals. A faculty of rabbis (845)368-8657, Fax (845)369-6583. E- and scholars representing all the denomi- mail: [email protected]. Pres. Dr. Morton nations of Judaism make Judaism come J. Summer; Editor Rabbi Irwin E. Witty. alive, applying the wisdom of the Jewish Fellowship of Jewish education profes- heritage to help shape tomorrow's Jewish sionals-administrators, supervisors, and communities. Offers seminars and courses, teachers in Hebrew high schools and Jew- retreats, symposia and conferences, lecture ish teachers colleges-of all ideological bureau and the latest on-line information groupings; conducts national and re- 652 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 2007

gional conferences; represents the Jewish INTERNATIONAL FEDERATION OF SECULAR education profession before the Jewish HUMANISTIC JEWS (1983). 224 West 35lh community; cooperates with Jewish Street. Suite 410, NYC 10024. (212)564- Agency Department of Education in pro- 6711. FAX: (212)564-6721. E-mail: moting Hebrew culture and studies. Jour- [email protected]. Co-Ch. Felix Posen (Eu- nal of Jewish Education. rope). Yair Tzaban (Israel). The Interna- tional Federation of Secular Humanistic FEDERATION OF JEWISH MEN'S CLUBS (1929). Jews provides a voice for secular Jews 475 Riverside Dr.. Suite 832, NYC 10115. worldwide in their common goal to foster (212)749-8100; (800)288-FJMC. FAX: Secular Humanistic Judaism as an option (212)316-4271. E-mail: international® for modern Jewish identity. The IFSHJ fjmc.org. Intl. Pres. Dr. Robert Braitman; develops awareness of Secular and Hu- Exec. Dir. Rabbi Charles E. Simon. Pro- manistic Judaism by serving as a resource motes principles of Conservative Judaism; and for general information, and devel- develops family education and leadership oping literature, conferences, and com- training programs; offers the Art of Jew- munications that promote philosophy of ish Living series and Yom HaShoah Home Secular and Humanistic Judaism in the Commemoration; sponsors Hebrew liter- world community. Newsletter (Hofesh); acy adult-education program; presents Contemplate: International Journal of awards for service to American Jewry. Lat- Secular Jewish Thought. est innovation-"The Ties that Bind," a mo- tivational and instructional video about INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR SECULAR Tefillin. Torchlight: Hearing Men's Voices. HUMANISTIC JUDAISM (1985). 28611 West (WWW.FJMC.ORG) Twelve Mile Rd., Farmington Hills, MI 48334. (248)476-9532. FAX: (248)476- HILLEL: THE FOUNDATION FOR JEWISH 8509. E-mail: [email protected]. Established CAMPUS LIFE (formerly B'NAI B'RITH in 1985 in Jerusalem to serve the needs of HILLEL FOUNDATIONS) (1923). Charles a growing movement, its two primary and Lynn Schusterman International purposes are to commission and publish Center, Arthur and Rochelle Belfer Build- educational materials and to train rabbis, ing, 800 Eight Street, NW, Washington, leaders, teachers, and spokespersons for DC 20001-3724. (202)449-6500. FAX: the movement. The Institute has two of- (202)449-6600. E-mail: [email protected]. fices-one in Israel (Jerusalem) and one in Chmn. Edgar M. Bronfman; Pres. Wayne N. America and offers educational and Firestone. The largest Jewish campus or- training programs in Israel, N. America, ganization in the world, Hillel: The Foun- and the countries of the former Soviet dation for Jewish Campus Life, is Union. The N. American office, located in committed to creatively empowering and a suburb of Detroit, offers the Rabbinic engaging Jewish students through its net- Program, the Leadership Program, and work of over 500 regional centers, cam- the Adult Education Program. Brochure, pus-based foundations, program centers educational papers, and projects. and affiliates. The Hillel Annual Report; Shawa Tov. Israel Update, (WWW.HIL- JEWISH CHAUTAUQUA SOCIETY, INC. (spon- LEL.ORG) sored by NORTH AMERICAN FEDERATION OF TEMPLE BROTHERHOODS) (1893). 633 INSTITUTE FOR COMPUTERS IN JEWISH LIFE Third Ave., NYC 10017. (212)650- (1978). 7074 N. Western Ave., Chicago, 4100/(800)765-6200. FAX: (212)650- IL 60645. (773)262-9200. FAX: (773)262- 4189. E-mail: [email protected]. Pres. Irving B. 9298. E-mail: [email protected]. Pres. Shnaider; Chancellor Stuart J. Aaronson; Thomas Klutznick; Exec. V.-Pres. Dr. Irv- Exec. Dir. Doug Barden. Works to pro- ing J. Rosenbaum. Explores, develops, mote interfaith understanding by spon- and disseminates applications of com- soring accredited college courses and puter technology to appropriate areas of one-day lectures on Judaic topics, pro- Jewish life, with special emphasis on Jew- viding book grants to educational insti- ish education; creates educational soft- tutions, producing educational videotapes ware for use in Jewish schools; provides on interfaith topics, and convening inter- consulting service and assistance for na- faith institutes. A founding sponsor of the tional Jewish organizations, seminaries, National Black/Jewish Relations Center and synagogues. at Dillard University. ACHIM Magazine. NATIONAL. JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 653

JEWISH EDUCATION IN MEDIA (1978). PO plore connections to the Jewish heritage— Box 180, Riverdale Sta., NYC 10471. into Jewish life. The Inclusive. The Inclusive (212)362-7633. FAX: (203)359-1381. Pres. Professional, (WWW.JOI.ORG) Ken Asher; Exec. Dir. Rabbi Mark S. Golub. Devoted to producing television, JEWISH RECONSTRUCTIONIST FEDERATION film, and video-cassettes for a popular (formerly FEDERATION OF RECONSTRUC- Jewish audience, in order to inform, en- TIONIST CONGREGATIONS AND HAVUROT) tertain, and inspire a greater sense of Jew- (1954). 7804 Montgomery Ave., Suite 9, ish identity and Jewish commitment. Elkins Park, PA 19027-2649. (215)782- "L'Chayim." JEM's weekly half-hour pro- 8500. Fax: (215)782-8805. E-mail: info@ gram, which is seen nationally on jrf.org. Pres. Daniel Cedarbaum; Exec. V.- NJT/National Jewish Television, features Pres. Carl Sheingold. Provides educa- outstanding figures in the Jewish world tional and consulting services to affiliated addressing issues and events of impor- congregations and havurot; fosters the es- tance to the Jewish community. tablishment of new Reconstructionist (WWW.LCHAYIM.COM) communities. Publishes KolHaneshamah. an innovative series of prayer books, in- JEWISH EDUCATION SERVICE OF NORTH cluding a new mahzor and haggadah; AMERICA (JESNA) (1981). Ill Eighth provides programmatic materials. Re- Ave., 1 Ith n„ NYC 10011. (212)284-6950. gional offices in NewYork, Los Angeles, FAX: (212)284-6951. E-mail: info@jesna Chicago. Philadelphia, and Washington .org. Pres. Donald Sylvan, Ph.D.: Bd. Ch. DC. Reconstructionsm Today, (WWW.JRF Diane Troderman. The Jewish Federation .ORG) system's educational coordinating, planning, and development agency. Promotes . RECONSTRUCTIONIST RABBINICAL excellence in Jewish education by initiating ASSOCIATION (1974). 1299 Church Rd.. exchange of ideas, programs, and materi- Wyncote. PA 19095. (215)576-5210. FAX: als; providing information, consultation, (215)576-8051. E-mail: [email protected]. educational resources, and policy guidance; Pres. Rabbi Brant Rosen; Exec. Dir. Rabbi and collaborating with partners in N. Richard Ilirsh. Professional organization America and Israel to develop educational for graduates of the Reconstructionist programs. Agenda: Jewish Education; plan- Rabbinical College and other rabbis who ning guides on Jewish Renaissance; research identify with Reconstructionist Judaism; reports; Jewish Educators Electronic cooperates with Jewish Reconstructionist Toolkit, (WWW.JESNA.ORG) Federation in furthering Reconstruction- ism in the world. Newsletters; position pa- JEWISH ORTHODOX FEMINIST ALLIANCE pers. (WWW.THERRA.ORG) (JOFA) (1997). 520 Eighth Ave., 4lh fl... , RECONSTRUCTIONIST RABBINICAL NYC 10018. (212)679-8500. FAX: (212)679-7428. E-mail: [email protected]. COLLEGE (see p. 668) Pres. Carol Kauffman Newman; Exec. Dir. JEWISH TEACHERS ASSOCIATION—MORIM Robin Bodner. Dedicated to expand the (1931). 45 E. 33 St., Suite 310, NYC spiritual, ritual, intellectual, and political 10016-5336. (212)684-0556. Pres. Phyllis opportunities for women within the frame- L. Pullman; V.-Pres. Ronni David; Sec. work of Halakhah through meangful par- Helen Parnes; Treas. Mildred Safar. Pro- ticipation and equality in family life, tects teachers from abuse of seniority synagogues, houses of learning, and Jew- rights; fights the encroachment of anti- ish communial organizations. JOFA Jour- Semitism in education: offers scholar- nal Quarterly Newsletter, (WWW.JOFA.ORG) ships to qualified students; encourages teachers to assume active roles in Jewish JEWISH OUTREACH INSTITUTE (1987). 1270 communal and religious affairs. Morim Broadway. Ste. 609. NYC 10001. (212)760- JTA Newsletter. 1440. FAX: (212)760-1569. E-mail: [email protected]. Pres. Terrence A. Elkes: Exec. KULANU, INC. (formerly AMISHAV USA) Dir. Rabbi Kerry Olitzky. An independent (1993). 11603 Gilsan St., Silver Spring, national organization that conducts pro- MD 20902. (301)681-5679. FAX: grams and services to empower and assist (301)681-1587. Email: jdzeller@umich the Jewish community in welcoming and edu. Pres. Jack Zeller; Sec. Karen Pri- fully embracing all members of interfaith mack. Engages in outreach to dispersed families—and anyone else looking to ex- Jewish communities around the world 654 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 2007

who wish to return to their Jewish roots. (1926). 3 W. 16St„ NYC 10011.(212)929- Current projects include the formal con- 1525. FAX: (212)727-9526. E-mail: version of Shinlung-Menashe tribesmen [email protected]. Pres. Meir in India currently practicing Judaism, and Mishkoff. Promotes Young Israel syna- supplying materials and rabbis for con- gogues and youth work in Israel; works to versos/marranos in Mexico and Brazil. help absorb Russian and Ethiopian im- Newsletter. migrants. NATIONAL COMMITTER FOR FURTHERANCE , YOUNG ISRAEL DEPARTMENT OF OF JEWISH EDUCATION (1941). 824 Eastern YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULTS ACTIVITIES Pkwy., Brooklyn, NY 11213. (718)735- (reorg. 1981). 3 W. 16 St, NYC 10011. 0200; (800)33-NCFJE. FAX: (718)735- (212)929-1525. FAX: (212)727-9526. E- 4455. Pres. Dr. Steven Rubel; Bd. Chmn. mail: ncy:@youngisrael.org. Pres. Shlomo Rabbi Shea Hecht; Chmn. Exec. Com. Z. Mostofsky. Fosters varied program of Rabbi Sholem Ber Hecht. Seeks to dis- activities for the advancement and per- seminate the ideals of Torah-true educa- petuation of traditional Torah-true Ju- tion among the youth of America; daism: instills ethical and spiritual values provides education and compassionate and appreciation for compatibility of an- care for the poor, sick, and needy in U.S. cient faith of Israel with good American- and Israel; provides aid to Iranian Jewish ism. Runs leadership training programs youth: sponsors camps and educational and youth shabbatonim; support pro- functions, family and vocational counsel- grams for synagogue youth programs; an- ing services, family and early intervention, nual national conference of youth after-school and preschool programs, directors; ACHVA summer programs for drug and alcohol education and preven- teens IN Israel and U.S.; Nachala sum- tion; maintains schools in Brooklyn and mer program in Israel for Yeshiva H.S. Queens. Every year distributes 25,000 girls and Natzach summer program for toys/gifts through Toys for Hospitalized Yeshiva H.S. boys. Torah Kidbits; Shabbat children; runs the Release-time program Youth Manual: Y.I. Can Assist You; Syn- of Greater NY, offers classes FT/PT agogue Youth Director Handbook. through Hadar Hatorah Rabbinal Semi- (WWW.YOUNGISRAEL.ORG) nary. Panorama; Cultbusters; Intermar- riage; Brimstone & Fire; Focus: A Life Full NATIONAL HAVURAH COMMITTEE (1979). of Giving. 7135 Germantown Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19119-1720. (215)248-1335. FAX: NATIONAL COUNCIL OF YOUNG ISRAEL (215)248-9760. E-mail: institute@havu- (1912). 3 W. 16 St., NYC 10011.(212)929- rah.org. Ch. Sherry Israel. A center for 1525. FAX: (212)727-9526. E-mail: Jewish renewal devoted to spreading Jew- [email protected]. Pres. Shlomo ish ideas, ethics, and religious practices Mostofsky; Exec. V.-Pres. Rabbi Pesach through havurot, participatory and inclu- Lerner. Through its network of member sive religious mini-communities. Main- synagogues in N. America and Israel tains a directory of N. American havurot maintains a program of spiritual, cul- and sponsors a weeklong summer insti- tural, social, and communal activity tute, regional weekend retreats. Havurah! aimed at the advancement and perpetua- (newsletter), (WWW.HAVURAH.ORG) tion of traditional, Torah-true Judaism; seeks to instill in American youth an un- NATIONAL JEWISH COMMITTEE ON SCOUT- derstanding and appreciation of the eth- ING (Boy Scouts of America) (1926). 1325 ical and spiritual values of Judaism. West Walnut Hill Lane, PO Box 152079, Sponsors rabbinic and lay leadership con- Irving, TX 75015-2079. (972)580-2000. ferences, synagogue services, rabbinic ser- FAX: (972)580-7870. Chmn. Rabbi Peter vices, rabbinic and lay leader training, Hyman. Assists Jewish institutions in rabbinic placement, women's division, meeting their needs and concerns through kosher dining clubs, and youth programs. use of the resources of scouting. Works Viewpoint Magazine; Divrei Torah Bul- through local Jewish committees on letin; NCYI Suggestion Box; The Rabbi's scouting to establish Tiger Cub groups Letter, (WWW.YOUNGISRAEL.ORG) (1st grade), Cub Scout packs, Boy Scout troops, and coed venturer crews in syna- , AMERICAN FRIENDS OF YOUNG IS- gogues, Jewish community centers, day RAEL IN ISRAEL—YISRAEL HATZA'IR schools, and other Jewish organizations NATIONAL. JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 655

wishing to draw Jewish youth. Support MD 20852. (301) 770-5070. FAX: (301) materials and resources on request. 770-6365. E-mail: [email protected]. Founder/Pres. Rabbi Sidney Schwarz; Bd. NATIONAL JEWISH GIRL SCOUT COMMITTF.E Chmn. Mark Levitt. Institute for Jewish (1972). 33 Central Dr., Bronxville, NY Leadership and Values is a non-profit ed- 10708. (914)738-3986, (718)252-6072. ucational organization dedicated to the FAX: (914)738-6752. E-mail: njgsc@aol renewal of American Jewish life through .com. Chmn. Rabbi Herbert W. Bomzer; the integration of Jewish learning, values Field Chmn. Adele Wasko. Serves to fur- and social responsibility. Our flagship ther Jewish education by promoting Jew- program. Panim el Panim: High School in ish award programs, encouraging Washington, each year brings over 1,000 religious services, promoting cultural ex- Jewish teens from across the country to changes with the Israel Boy and Girl Washington. D.C. to learn about political Scouts Federation, and extending mem- and social activism in the context of Jew- bership in the Jewish community by as- ish learning and values. We also sponsor sisting councils in organizing Girl Scout the Jewish Civics Initiative, the largest na- troops and local Jewish Girl Scout com- tional Jewish service/learning program for mittees. Newsletter. teens. The Institute also sponsors a Syn- agogue Transformation Project, and con- NATIONAL JEWISH HOSPITALITY COMMITTEE ducts leadership training. Jewish Civics: A (1973; reorg. 1993). PO Box 53691, Tikkun Olaml World Repair Manual: Jews. Philadelphia, PA 19105. (800)745-0301. Judaism and Civic Responsibility. Pres. Rabbi Allen S. Mailer; Exec. Dir. Steven S. Jacobs. Assists persons inter- ested in Judaism-for intermarriage, con- PARDES PROGRESSIVE ASSOCIATION OF RE- version. general information, or to FORM DAY SCHOOLS (1990). 633 Third respond to missionaries. Special reports. Ave.. NYC 10017-6778. (212)650-4000. FAX: (480)951-0829. E-mail: edu- NORTH AMERICAN ALLIANCE FOR JEWISH [email protected]. Pres. Zita Gardner; Chmn. YOUTH (199650 West 58"1 Street, NYC. Carol Nemo. An affiliate of the Union NY. 10019 (212)494-1023. FAX: for Reform Judaism: brings together day (212)906-9371. E-mail: info@naajewishy- schools and professional and lay leaders outh.org. Chmn. Joseph F.. Brenan; Dir. committed to advancing the cause of full- Heather Kibel. Serves the cause of infor- time Reform Jewish education; advocates mal Jewish and Zionist education in for the continuing development of day America: provides a forum for the pro- schools within the Reform movement as fessional leaders of the major N. Ameri- a means to foster Jewish identity, literacy, can youth movements, camps, Israel and continuity; promotes cooperation programs, and university programs to ad- among our member schools and with dress common issues and concerns, and to other Jewish organizations that share sim- represent those issues with a single voice ilar goals. Visions of Excellence (manual). to the wider Jewish and Zionist community. Sponsors annual Conference on In- P'EYLIM-LEV L'ACHIM (1951). 1034 E. 12 St. formal Jewish Education for Jewish youth Brooklyn, NY 11230. (718)258-7760. professionals from across the continent. FAX: (718)258-4672. E-mail: joskarmel @aol.com. Natl. Dir. Rabbi Joseph C. OZAR HATORAH, INC. (1946). 625 Broad- Karniel: Exec. V.-Pres. Rabbi Nachum way, 1 l,h Fl. NYC, 10012.(212)253-7245. Barnetsky. Seeks to bring irreligious Jews FAX: (212) 437-4773. Email: agut- in Israel back to their heritage. Conducts [email protected]. Pres. Henry outreach through 12 major divisions con- Shalom: Sec. Sam Sutton; Exec. Dir. sisting of thousands of volunteers and Rabbi Jean Paul Amoyelle. An interna- hundreds of professionals across the tional educational network which builds country; conducts anti-missionary and Sephardic communities worldwide assimilation programs; operates shelters through Jewish education. for abused women and children; recruits children for Torah schools. PANIM: THE INSTITUTE FOR JEWISH LEAD- ERSHIP AND VALUES (FORMERLY WASH- RABBINICAL ALLIANCE OF AMERICA (Igud INGTON INSTITUTE FOR JEWISH Harabonim) (1942). 3 W. 16 St.. 4th fl„ LEADERSHIP & VALUES) (1988). 6101 NYC 10011. (212)242-6420. FAX: Montrose Road, Suite 200, Rockville, (212)255-8313. Pres. Rabbi Abraham B. 656 / AMERICAN JEWISH YE R BOOK, 2008

Hecht. Seeks to promulgate the cause of TEKIAH: ASSOCIATION OF HILLEL/JEWISH Torah-true Judaism through an organized CAMPUS PROFESSIONALS (1949). c/o Hillel rabbinate that is consistently Orthodox; Foundation of New Orleans, 912 Broad- seeks to elevate the position of Orthodox way, New Orleans, LA 70118. (504)866- rabbis nationally and to defend the wel- 7060. FAX: (504)861-8909. E-mail: fare of Jews the world over. Also has Beth [email protected]. Pres. Rabbi Jeffrey Din Rabbinical Court for Jewish divorces, Kurtz-Lendner. Seeks to promote profes- litigation, marriage counseling, and fam- sional relationships and exchanges of ex- ily problems. Perspective; Nalialim; Torah perience, develop personnel standards Message of the Week; Registry. and qualifications, safeguard integrity of Hillel profession; represents and advo- RABBINICAL ASSEMBLY (1901). 3080 Broad- cates before the Foundation for Jewish way, NYC 10027. (212)280-6000. FAX: Campus Life, Council of Jewish Federa- (212)749-9166. Pres. Rabbi Jeffrey tions. Handbook for Hillel Professionals; Wohlberg; Exec. V.-Pres. Rabbi Joel H. Guide to Hillel Personnel Practices. Meyers. The international association of (WWW.TEKIAH.ORG) Conservative rabbis; actively promotes the cause of Conservative Judaism and TEVA LEARNING CENTER/SHOMRFJ ADAMAH works to benefit klal yisrael; publishes (1988). 307 Seventh Ave., #900, NYC learned texts, prayer books, and works of 10001. (212)807-6376. FAX: (212)924- Jewish interest; administers the work of 5112. E-mail: [email protected]. Co- the Committee on Jewish Law and Stan- Dir. Nili Simhai; Asst. Dir.. Noam Dolgin dards for the Conservative movement; Exists to renew the ecological wisdom in- serves the professional and personal herent in Judaism. Runs Jewish environ- needs of its members through publica- mental education programs for Jewish day tions, conferences, and benefit programs schools, synagogues, community centers, camps, university groups and other orga- and administers the movement's Joint nized groups. Let the Earth Teach You Placement Commission. Conservative Ju- Torah. Ecology and the Jewish Spirit. daism; Proceedings of the Rabbinical As- (WWW.TEVACENTER.ORG) sembly; Rabbinical Assembly Newsletter. TORAH SCHOOLS FOR ISRAEL-CHINUCH RABBINICAL COUNCIL OF AMERICA, INC. ATZMAI (1953). 40 Exchange PL, NYC (1923; reorg. 1935). 305 Seventh Ave., 10005. (212)248-6200. FAX: (212)248- Suite 1200, NYC 10001. (212)807-7888. 6202. Exec. Dir. Rabbi Henach Cohen. FAX: (212)727-8452. Pres. Rabbi Shlomo Conducts information programs for the Uochberg; Exec. V.-Pres. Rabbi Basil Her- American Jewish community on activities ring. Promotes Orthodox Judaism in the of the independent Torah schools educa- community; supports institutions for tional network in Israel; coordinates role study of Torah; stimulates creation of of American members of international new traditional agencies. Hadorom.Tra- board of governors; funds special pro- dition. (WWW.RABBIS.ORG) grams of Mercaz Hachinuch Ha-Atzmai B'Eretz Yisroel; funds religous education SOCIETY FOR HUMANISTIC JUDAISM (1969). 28611 W. Twelve Mile Rd., Farmington programs in America and abroad. Hills, Ml 48334. (248)478-7610. FAX: TORAH UMESORAH-NATIONAL SOCIETY FOR (248)478-3159. E-mail: [email protected]. HEBREW DAY SCHOOLS (1944). 160 Pres. Miriam Jerris; Exec. Dir. M. Bonnie Broadway, NYC 10038. (212)227-1000. Cousens. Serves as a voice for Jews who FAX: (212)406-6934. E-mail: umeso- value their Jewish identity and who seek [email protected]. Exec. V.-Pres. Rabbi an alternative to conventional Judaism, Joshua Fishman. Establishes Hebrew day who reject supernatural authority and af- schools and Yeshivas in U.S. and Canada firm the right of individuals to be the and provides a full gamut of services, in- masters of their own lives. Publishes edu- cluding placement, curriculum guidance, cational and ceremonial materials; orga- and teacher training. Parent Enrichment nizes congregations and groups. Program provides enhanced educational Humanistic Judaism (quarterly journal); experience for students from less Jewishly Humanorah (quarterly newsletter). educated and marginally affiliated homes (WWW.SHJ.ORG) through parent-education programs and NATIONAL. JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 657

Partners in Torah, a one-on-one learning , AMERICAN CONFERENCE OF CAN- program. Publishes textbooks: runsshab- TORS (1953). 5591 Chamblee Dunwoody batonim, extracurricular activities; na- Rd. Bldg. 1360, Ste. 200. Atlanta, GA tional PTA groups; national and regional 30338. (770)390-0006. FAX: (770)390- teacher conventions. Olomeinu-Otir 0020. E-mail: [email protected]. Pres. World. Richard Cohen, Exec. V.-Pres. Scott E. Colbert Exec. VP; Dir. of Placement Bar- , NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF HE- bara Ostfeld; Admin. Asst. Deborah Bar- BREW DAY SCHOOL PARENT-TEACHER AS- ber. Members are invested or certified by SOCIATIONS (1948). 160 Broadway, NYC accredited seminaries, i.e., Hebrew Union 10038. (212)227-1000. FAX: (212)406- College-Jewish Insitute of Religion 6934. Natl. PTA Coord. Bernice Brand. School of Sacred Music. Through the Acts as a clearinghouse and service Joint Cantorial Placement Commission, agency to PTAs of Hebrew day schools; the ACC serves Reform congregations organizes parent education courses and seeking cantors. Dedicated to creative Ju- sets up programs for individual PTAs. daism, preserving the past, and encour- Fundraising with a Flair; PTA with a Pur- aging new and vital approaches to pose for the Hebrew Day School. religious ritual, liturgical music and cere- — , NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF mony. Koleinu (monthly). YESHIVA PRINCIPALS (1956). 160 Broad- ——, COMMISSION ON SOCIAL ACTION OF way. NYC 10038. (212)227-1000. FAX: REFORM JUDAISM (see p. 623) (212)406-6934. E-mail: umesorah@aol .com. Pres. Rabbi Rabbi Schneur Aisen- , COMMISSION ON SYNAGOGUE MAN- stark; Exec. V.-Pres. Rabbi Joshua Fish- AGEMENT (URJ-CCAR) (1962). 633 man. Professional organization of Third Ave., NYC 10017-6778. (212)650- elementary and secondary yeshivah/day 4040. FAX: (212)650-4239. Chmn. Mar- school principals providing yeshivah/day shall Krolick; Dir. Dale A. Glasser. schools with school evaluation and guid- Assists congregations in management, fi- ance, teacher and principal conferences- nance, building maintenance, design, con- including a Mid-Winter Conference and a struction. and art aspects of synagogues; National Educators Convention; offers maintains the Synagogue Architectural placement serviceforprincipalsand teach- Library. ers in yeshivah/day schools. Directory of , NATA (NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF Elementary Schools and High Schools. TEMPLE ADMINISTRATORS) (1941). 6114 , NATIONAL YESHIVA TEACHERS La Salle Ave., Box 731, Oakland, CA BOARD OF LICENSE (1953). 160 Broadway, 94611. (800)966-6282. FAX: (925)283- NYC 10038. (212)227-1000. Exec. V.-Pres. 7713. E-mail: [email protected]. Rabbi Joshua Fishman; Dir. Rabbi Yitz- FTA Elizabeth L. Hirsh. Professional or- chock Merkin. Issues licenses to qualified ganization for URJ synagogue adminis- instructors for all grades of the Hebrew trators. Sponsors graduate training in day school and the general field of Torah synagogue management with Hebrew education. Union College; offers in-service training, workshops, and conferences leading to UNION FOR REFORM JUDAISM (formerly certification; provides NATA Consulting UNION OF AMERICAN HEBREW CONGRE- Service, NATA Placement Service for syn- GATIONS) (1873). 633 Third Ave., NYC agogues seeking advice or professional 10017-6778. (212)650-4000. FAX: (212) 650-4169. E-mail: [email protected]. Pres. administrators; establishes professional Rabbi Eric H. Yoffie; V.-Pres. Rabbi standards. NATA Journal. Lennard R. Thai; Bd. Chmn. Russell Sil- , NATE (NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF verman. Serves as the central congrega- TEMPLE EDUCATORS) (1955). 633 Third tional body of Reform Judaism in the Ave., 7LH fl., NYC 10017-6778. (212)452- Western Hemisphere; serves its approxi- 6510. FAX: (212)452-6512. E-mail: nate- mately 900 affiliated temples and mem- [email protected]. Pres. Lori Sagarin; Exec. bership with religious, educational, Dir. Rabbi Stanley T. Schickler. Repre- cultural, and administrative programs. sents educators within the general body of Reform Judaism, (WWW.URJ.ORG) Reform Judaism; fosters the full-time pro- 658 / AMERICAN JEWISH YE R BOOK, 2008

fession of the Jewish educator; encour- Notes for Now; Art Calendar; Windows on ages the growth and development of Jew- WRJ. (WWW.RJ.ORG/WRJ) ish religious education consistent with the aims of Reform Judaism; stimulates com- , YOUTH DIVISION AND NORTH munal interest in and responsibility for AMERICAN FEDERATION OF TEMPLE YOUTH (1939). 633 Third Ave, NYC Jewish religious education. NATE NEWS. 10017-6778. (212)650-4070. FAX: (WWW.RJ.ORG/NATE) (212)650-4199. E-mail: youthdivision , NORTH AMERICAN FEDERATION OF @urj.org. Dir. Rabbi Michael Mellen. TEMPLE BROTHERHOODS (1923). 633 Dedicated to Jewishly enhancing the lives Third Ave., NYC 10017. (212)650-4100. of the young people of North America's FAX: (212)650-4189. E-mail contact@ Reform congregations through a program nftb.org Pres. Aaron Bloom; JCS Chan- of informal education carried out in URJ cellor Stuart J. Aaronson; Exec. Dir. Dou- Camp-Institutes (11 camps for grades 2 glas Barden. Dedicated to enhancing the and up), URJ/NFTY Israel Programs world through the ideal of brotherhood, (summer and semester), European and NFTB and its 300 affiliated clubs are ac- domestic teen travel, NFTY/Junior & Se- tively involved in education, social action, nior High School Programs (youth youth activities, and other programs that groups), and Kesher/College Education contribute to temple and community life. Department (Reform havurot on cam- Supports the Jewish Chautauqua Society, puses). an interfaith educational project. ACHIM (formerly Brotherhood magazine) (www UNION FOR TRADITIONAL JUDAISM (1984). .RJ.ORG/NFTB) 241 Cedar Lane, Teaneck, NJ 07666. (201)801-0707. FAX: (201)801-0449. Pres. — , URJ DEPARTMENT OF JEWISH EDU- Burton G. Greenblatt; Exec. V.-Pres. CATION (1923). 633 Third Ave., 7LH fl„ Rabbi Ronald D. Price. Through innova- NYC 10017. (212)650-4112. FAX: tive outreach programs, seeks to bring the (212)650-4229. E-mail: [email protected]. greatest possible number of Jews closer Chmn. Dr. Rabbi Jan Katzew, Robert to an open-minded observant Jewish life- Heller; Dir. Dr. Rabbi Jan Katzew. Long- style. Activities include Kashrut Initia- range planning and policy development tive, Operation Pesah, the Panel of for congregational programs of lifelong Haiakhic Inquiry, Speakers Bureau, adult education; materials concerning Reform and youth conferences, and congrega- Jewish Outreach, Teacher Development tional services. Includes, since 1992, the and Reform Day Schools; activities ad- Morashah rabbinic fellowship. Hagalielet ministered by the URJ Department of (quarterly newsletter);Cor/imfo«e (jour- Education. V'Shinantam; Torah at the nal); Tomeikh Kahalakhah (Jewish legal Center, Family Shabbat Table Talk, responsa). Galilee Diary, Jewish Parent Page. UNION OF ORTHODOX JEWISH CONGREGA- , WOMEN OF REFORM JUDAISM—THE TIONS OF AMERICA (1898). II Broadway, FEDERATION OF TEMPLE SISTERHOODS 14LHN„ NYC 10004. (212)563-4000. FAX: (1913). 633 Third Ave., NYC 10017. (212)564-9058. E-mail: [email protected]. Pres. (212)650-4050. FAX: (212)650-4059. E- Stephen J. Savitsky; Exec. V.-Pres. Rabbi mail: [email protected]. Pres. Rosanne Selfon; Dr. Tzvi Hersh Weinreb. Serves as the na- Exec. Dir. Shelley Lindauer. Serves more tional central body of Orthodox syna- than 600 sisterhoods of Reform Judaism; gogues; national OU kashrut supervision promotes interreligious understanding and certification service; sponsors Insti- and social justice; provides funding for tute for Public Affairs; National Confer- scholarships for rabbinic students; ence of Synagogue Youth; National founded the Jewish Braille Institute, which Jewish Council for the Disabled; Israel provides braille and large-type Judaic ma- Center in Jerusalem; Torah Center in the terials for Jewish blind; supports projects Ukraine; New Young Leadership Divi- for Israel; is the women's agency of Re- sion: Pardes; provides educational, reli- form Judaism, an affiliate of the URJ; gious, and organization programs, events, works in behalf of the Hebrew Union Col- and guidance to synagogues and groups; lege-Jewish Institute of Religion and the represents the Orthodox Jewish commu- World Union for Progressive Judaism. nity to governmental and civic bodies and NATIONAL. JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 659 the general Jewish community. Jewish Ac- UNION OF ORTHODOX RABBIS OF THE lion magazine; OU Kosher Directory; OU UNITED STATES AND CANADA (1902). 235 Guide to Kosher for Passover Foods; Keep- E. Broadway. NYC 10002. (212)964- ing Posted (NCSY); Synagogue Trends; 6337(8). Dir. Rabbi Hersh M. Ginsberg. Our Way magazine; Yachad magazine: Seeks to foster and promote Torah-true Luacli & l.imud Personal Torah Study, Judaism in the U.S. and Canada; assists in Leadership Briefing, Behind the Union the establishment and maintenance of Symbol .(WWW.OU.ORG) yeshivot in the U.S.; maintains committee on marriage and divorce and aids indi- , INSTITUTE FOR PUBLIC AFFAIRS ,h viduals with marital difficulties; dissemi- (1989). 11 Broadway. 14 n.. NYC 10004. nates knowledge of traditional Jewish (212)613-8124. FAX: (212)613-0724. E- rites and practices and publishes regula- mail: [email protected]. Pres. Stephen J. Savit- tions on synagogal structure; maintains sky; Chmn. Mark Bane; Dir. Nathan rabbinical court for resolving individual Diament. Serves as the policy analysis, and communal conflicts. HaPardes. advocacy, mobilization, and programming department responsible for repre- UNION OF SEPHARDIC CONGREGATIONS, senting Orthodox/traditional American INC. (1929). 8 W. 70 St., NYC 10023. Jewry. I PA Currents (quarterly newslet- (212)873-0300. FAX: (212)724-6165. Pres. ter). Rabbi Marc D. Angel; Bd. Chmn. Edward Misrahi. Promotes the religious interests , NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF SYNA- lh of Sephardic Jews; prints and distributes GOGUE YOUTH (1954). 11 Broadway, 14 Sephardic prayer books. Annual Interna- fl., NYC 10004. (212)563-4000. E-mail: tional Directory of Sephardic Congrega- ncsy@ou.org. Dir. Rabbi Steven Burg. tions. Central body for youth groups of Ortho- dox congregations; provides educational UNITED LUBAVITCHER YESHIVOTII (1940). guidance, Torah study groups, commu- 841-853 Ocean Pkwy., Brooklyn, NY nity service, program consultation, Torah 11230. (718)859-7600. FAX: (718)434- library. Torah fund scholarships, Ben Za- 1519. Supports and organizes Jewish day kkai Honor Society, Friends of NCSY, schools and rabbinical seminaries in the weeklong seminars, Israel Summer Expe- U.S. and abroad. rience for teens and Camp NCSY East UNITED SYNAGOGUE OF CONSERVATIVE JU- Summer Kollel & Michlelet, Teen Torah DAISM (1913). 155 Fifth Ave., NYC 10010- Center. Divisions include Senior NCSY, 6802. (212)533-7800. FAX: (212) Junior NCSY for preteens. Our Way for 353-9439. E-mail: [email protected]. Pres. the Jewish deaf, Yachad for the develop- Dr. Raymond B. Goldstein; Exec. V.-Pres. mentally disabled, Israel Center in Rabbi Jerome M. Epstein. International Jerusalem, and NCSY in Israel. Keeping organization of 760 Conservative congre- Posted with NCSY; Darchei Da at. gations. Maintains 17 departments and 15 regional offices to assist its affiliates , WOMEN'S BRANCH (1923). 156 Fifth with religious, educational, youth, com- Ave., NYC 10010. (212)929-8857. Pres. munity, and administrative programming Sophie Ebert. Umbrella organization of and guidance; aims to enhance the cause Orthodox sisterhoods in U.S. and of Conservative Judaism, further reli- Canada, educating women in Jewish gious observance, encourage establish- learning and observance; provides pro- ment of Jewish religious schools, draw gramming, leadership, and organizational youth closer to Jewish tradition. Exten- guidance, conferences, conventions, Mar- sive Israel programs. United Synagogue riage Committee and projects concerning Review; Art!Engagement Calendar: Pro- mikvah, Shalom Task Force, and Wel- gram Suggestions; Directory & Resource coming Guests. Works with Orthodox Guide; Book Service Catalogue of Publi- Union Commissions and outreach: sup- cations. (WWW.USCJ.ORG) ports Stern and Touro College scholarships and Jewish braille publications; , COMMISSION ON JEWISH EDUCA- supplies Shabbat candelabra for hospital TION (1930). 155 Fifth Ave., NYC 10010. patients; NGO representative at UN. Ha- (212)533-7800. FAX: (212)353-9439. E- chodesli; Hakol. mail: [email protected]. Chmn. Temma 660 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 2007

Kingsley; Dir. Rabbi Robert Abramson. , NORTH AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF Develops educational policy for the SYNAGOGUE EXECUTIVES (1948). 155 United Synagogue of Conservative Ju- Fifth Ave.. NYC 10010. (212)533-7800, daism and sets the educational direction ext 2609. FAX: (631)732-9461. E-mail: of- for Conservative congregations, their [email protected]. Pres. Judith Kranz, FSA, schools, and the Solomon Schechter Day ATz; Hon. Pres. Amir Pilch, FSA; Exec. Schools. Seeks to enhance the educational Dir. Harry Hauser. Aids congregations effectiveness of congregations through affiliated with the United Synagogue of the publication of materials and in-ser- Conservative Judaism to further the aims vice programs. Tov L'Horol; Your Child; of Conservative Judaism through more Shiboley Schechter, Advisories. effective administration (Program for As- sistance by Liaisons to Synagogues— , COMMISSION ON SOCIAL ACTION PALS); advances professional standards AND PUBLIC POLICY (1958). 155 Fifth and promotes new methods in adminis- Ave., NYC 10010. (212)533-7800. FAX: tration; cooperates in United Synagogue (212)353-9439. Chmn. Hon. Jerry Wag- placement services and administrative ner; Dir. Sarrae G. Crane. Develops and surveys. NAASE Connections Newsletter implements positions and programs on is- NAASE Journal.. sues of social action and public policy for the United Synagogue of Conservative , UNITED SYNAGOGUE YOUTH Judaism; represents these positions to (1951). 155 Fifth Ave., NYC 10010. other Jewish and civic organizations, the (212)533-7800. FAX: (212)353-9439. E- media, and government; and provides mail: [email protected]. Pres. Jesse Olitzky; guidance, both informational and pro- Exec. Dir. Jules A. Gutin. Seeks to grammatic. to its affiliated congregations strengthen identification with Conserva- in these areas. HaMa'aseh. tive Judaism, based on the personality, development, needs, and interests of the ——, JEWISH EDUCATORS ASSEMBLY adolescent, in a mitzvah framework. (1951). 426 W. 58 St., NYC 10019. Achshav; Tikun Olam; A.J. HeschelHonor (212)765-3303. FAX: (212)765-3310. Pres. Society Newsletter SATO Newsletter Dr. Mark S. Silk; Exec. Dir. Susan Mi- US Y Program Bank; Hakesher Newsletter trani Knapp. The Jewish Educators As- for Advisors. sembly is the professional organization for the Jewish educators within the Con- VAAD MISHMERETH STAM (1976). 4907 I6,h servative movement. The JEA provides a Ave., Brooklyn, NYC 11204. (718)438- forum to discuss the trends and chal- 4980. FAX: (718)438-9343. Pres. Rabbi lenges within Conservative Jewish educa- David L. Greenfield. A nonprofit con- tion as well as provides professional sumer-protection agency dedicated to development and a sense of community preserving and protecting the halakhic infor educational directors. Services of- tegrity of Torah scrolls, tefillin, phylac- fered: annual conference, placement ser- teries, and mezuzoth. Publishes material vice, career services, research grants, for laymen and scholars in the field of personal benefits and V'Aleh Ha- scribal arts; makes presentations and con- Chadashot newsletter. ducts examination campaigns in schools and synagogues; created an optical soft- , KADIMA (reorg. 1968). 155 Fifth ware system to detect possible textual er- Ave., NYC 10010-6802. (212)533-7800. rors in stam. Teaching and certifying FAX: (212)353-9439. E-mail: kadima@ sofrim worldwide. Offices in Israel, Stras- uscj.org. Dir. Karen L. Stein; Dir. of bourg, Chicago, London, Manchester, Youth Activities Jules A Gutin. Involves Montreal, and Zurich. Publishes Guide to Jewish preteensin a meaningful religious, Mezuzah and Encyclopedia of the Secret educational, and social environment; fos- Aleph Beth. The Jewish Quill; and many ters a sense of identity and commitment other publications. to the Jewish community and the Con- servative movement; conducts synagogue- WOMEN'S LEAGUE FOR CONSERVATIVE JU- based chapter programs and regional DAISM (1918). 475 Riverside Dr., NYC Kadima days and weekends. Mitzvah of 10115. (212)870-1260. FAX: (212)772- the Month; Kadima Kesher Chagim; Ad- 3507. Email: [email protected] visors Aid; Games; quarterly Kol Kadima Pres. Gloria Cohen; Exec. Dir. Bernice magazine. Baiter. Parent body of Conservative (Ma- NATIONAL. JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 661

sorti) women's synagogue groups in U.S., AMERICAN JEWISH UNIVERSITY (1947, Canada, Puerto Rico, Mexico, and Israel; reorg. 2007). Familian Campus: 15600 provides programs and resources in Jew- Mulholland Dr., Bel-Air, CA 90077. ish education, social action, Israel affairs. (310)476-9777. FAX: (310)476-0347. E- American and Canadian public affairs, mail: [email protected]. Brandeis- leadership training, community service Bardin Campus: 1101 Peppertree Lane, programs for persons with disabilities, Brandeis, CA 93064. (805)582-4450. conferences on world affairs, study insti- FAX: (805)526-1398. E-mail: info@ tutes, publicity techniques; publishes thebbi.org. Pres. Dr. Robert D. Wexler. books of Jewish interest; contributes to The College of Arts and Sciences is an support of Jewish Theological Seminary accredited liberal arts college for under- of America. Women's League Outlook graduates offering a core curriculum of magazine; Ba'Olam world affairs news- Jewish, Western, and non-Western stud- letter. ies, with majors including bioethics (a premedical track in partnership with WORLD COUNCIL or CONSERVATIVE/MA- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center), business, SORTI SYNAGOGUES (1957). 155 Fifth English. Jewish studies, journalism, liter- Ave., NYC 10010. (212)533-7800, ext. ature & politics, political science, psy- 2014, 2018. FAX: (212)533-9439. E-mail: chology, and U.S. public policy. [email protected]. Pres. Accredited graduate programs in non- Rabbi Alan Silverstein; Rabbi of Council, profit business administration (MBA), Rabbi Benjamin Z. Kreitman. Organize and Jewish education. The Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies provides an intensive and support Conservative/Masorti con- four-year program with Conservative or- gregations in Latin America, Europe, dination. The Whizin Center for Contin- Australia and South Africa. World Spec- uing Education offers non-credit courses trum. to some 8,000 students annually, the WORLD UNION FOR PROGRESSIVE JUDAISM largest Jewish adult-education provider in (1926). 633 Third Ave. NYC 10017. the U.S., as well as cultural-arts pro- (212)650-4280. FAX: (212)650-4289. F.- gramming and outreach services for West mail: [email protected]. Chair Steven Coast Jewish communities. There are M. Bauman; Exec. Dir. Rabbi Uri Regev. three think tanks: the Center for Israel Studies, the Sigi Ziering Institute, and the International umbrella organization of Whizin Center for the Jewish Future. The Liberal Judaism; promotes and coordi- Brandeis-Bardin Institute, founded in nates efforts of Liberal congregations 1941 and now merged with the university, throughout the world; starts new congre- is a Jewish pluralistic, nondenominational gations. recruits rabbis and rabbinical stu- educational institution providing pro- dents for all countries: organizes grams for people of all ages: BCI (Bran- international conferences of Liberal Jews. deis Collegiate Institute), a summer World News, (WWW.WUPJ.ORG) leadership program for college-age adults from around the world; Camp Alonim, a SCHOOLS, INSTITUTIONS summer Jewish experience for children 8- ACADEMY FOR JEWISH RELIGION (1956). 16; (Jan Alonim Day Camp for children 6301 Riverdale Avenue. Riverdale, NY in kindergarten to 6th grade; weekend re- 10471. (718)543-9360. FAX: (718)543- treats for adults with leading contempo- 1038. E-mail: [email protected]. Acting rary Jewish scholars-in-residence; Jewish Pres. Rabbi David (ireenstein; Dean music concerts; Family Days and Week- Rabbi Dr. Ora Horn Prouser. The plural- ends. Grandparents Weekends. Elderhos- istic rabbinic and cantorial seminary unit- tel. Young Adult programs, dance ing teachers and students from all streams weekends, institute for newly marrieds. of Judaism, passionately committed to American Jewish University E-zine. their own paths, yet respectful and sup- (WWW.AJULA.EDU) portive of the paths of others. Emphasis on integrating learning, practice, and spirt BALTIMORE HEBREW UNIVERSITY (1919). through traditional and contemporary 5800 Park Heights Ave.. Baltimore. MD approaches. Training for congregations, 21215. (410)578-6900; (888)248-7420. chaplaincy, education, community work. FAX: (410)578-6940. E-mail: bhu@ (WWW.AJRSFIM.ORG) bhu.edu. Bd. Chmn. Erika Schon. Offers 662 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 2007

PhD and MA degrees in Jewish studies tionship with the Jewish community, it (MAJS); MA in Jewish education welcomes students and faculty of all (MAJE), and Jewish communal service backgrounds and beliefs. The University's (MAJCS). Concentrations in biblical and principal components are the undergrad- ancient Near Eastern civilization, con- uate College of Arts and Sciences, the temporary Jewish studies, Jewish thought Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, and mysticism, literature, history, and The Heller School for Social Policy and rabbinics. Dual master's degree opportu- Management, the Graduate School of In- nities available as well as certificate pro- ternational Economics and Finance, and grams in nonprofit management and the Rabb School of Summer and Contin- education. Lifelong learning programs; uing Studies. Various newsletters, schol- Joseph Meyerhoff Library; distinguished arly publications. lecture series, (WWW.BHU.EDU) , NATIONAL WOMEN'S COMMITTEE , BERNARD MANEKIN SCHOOL OF (1948). MS 132, Waltham, MA 02454- UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES. Dean Dr. 9110. (781) 736-4160. FAX: (781)736- Barbara G. Zirkin. BA upper division 4183. E-mail: [email protected]. Pres. Jewish studies: LaDa'at program for high Marcia F. Levy; Exec. Dir. Joan C. school juniors and seniors. Bowen. Provides support for Brandeis , PEGGY MEYERHOFF PEARLSTONE University and its Libraries. It connects SCHOOL OF GRADUATE STUDIES. Dean Dr. Brandeis, a non-sectarian university Barbara G. Zirkin. PhD and MA pro- founded by the American Jewish commu- grams: MA in Jewish studies; MAJE in nity, to its members and their communi- Jewish education; PhD in Jewish studies; ties through programs that reflect the dual master's degrees, some jointly with ideals of social justice and academic ex- the University of Maryland. cellence. In addition to its fundraising activities, NWC offers its members —, LEONARD AND HELEN R. STULMAN opportunity for intellectual pursuit, con- SCHOOL OF CONTINUING EDUCATION. Di- tinuing education, community service, so- rector of lifelong learning Elaine Eck- cial interaction, personal enrichment and stein. Noncredit programs open to the leadership development. Open to all, re- community, including Jewish studies and gardless of race, religion, nationality or Hebrew language courses, trips, retreats, gender. Connecting. and seminars; Me'ah, an intensive group study program. CENTER FOR JUDAIC STUDIES, School of Arts and Sciences, University of Pennsyl- BRAMSON ORT COLLEGE (1977). 69-30 vania. 420 Walnut St.. Philadelphia, PA Austin St., Forest Hills, NY 11375. 19106. (215)238-1290. FAX: (215) 238- (718)261-5800. Dean of Academic Ser- 1540. Dir. David B. Ruderman. Jewish vices Barry Glotzer. A two-year Jewish Quarterly Review. technical college offering certificates and associate degrees in technology and CLEVELAND COLLEGE OF JEWISH STUDIES business fields, including accounting, (1964). 26500 Shaker Blvd.. Beach wood, computer programming, electronics tech- OH 44122. (216)464-4050. FAX: (216) nology, business management, office tech- 464-5827. Pres. David S. Ariel; Dir. of nology. Additional locations in Brooklyn. Student Services Diane M. Kleinman. Provides courses in all areas of Judaic and BRANDEIS UNIVERSITY (1948). 415 South Hebrew studies to adults and college-age St., Waltham, MA 02454. (781)736-2000. students; offers continuing education for Pres. Jehuda Reinharz; Provost Irving Ep- Jewish educators and administrators; stein; Exec. V.-Pres./CEO Peter B. French; serves as a center for Jewish life and cul- Sr. V.-Pres. of Devel. Nancy Winship. ture; expands the availability of courses in Founded in 1948 by the American Jewish Judaic studies by exchanging faculty, stu- community, Brandeis University is a pri- dents, and credits with neighboring aca- vate. coeducational, and nonsectarian in- demic institutions; grants bachelor's and stitution of higher learning and research master's degrees. located in Waltham, Massachusetts, en- rolling approximately 3.100 undergradu- GRATZ COLLEGE (1895). 7605 Old York Rd„ ate students and 1,200 graduate students. Melrose Park, PA 19027. (215)635-7300. While Brandeis maintains a special rela- FAX: (215)635-7320. Bd. Chmn. Dr. NATIONAL. JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 663

Maui K. Gershenfeld.; Pres. Dr. Jonathan HEBREW SEMINARY OF THE DEAF (1992). Rosenbaum. Offers a wide variety of un- 4435 W. Oakton, Skokie. II. 60076. (847) dergraduate and graduate degrees and 677-3330. FAX: (847)677-7945. E-mail: continuing education programs in Judaic. [email protected]. Pres. Rabbi Hebraic, and Middle Eastern studies. Douglas Goldhamer; Bd. Chmn. Alan Grants BA and MA in Jewish studies, Crane. Trains deaf and hearing men and MA in Jewish education (joint program in women to become rabbis and teachers for special needs education with l.a Salle IJ.), Jewish deaf communities across America. MA in Jewish music. MA in Jewish liberal All classes in the 5-year program are in- studies. MA in Jewish communal studies, terpreted in Sign Language. Rabbis teach- certificates in Jewish communal studies ing in the seminary are Reform, (joint program with U. of Penna. School Conservative, and Reconstructionist. of Social Work and Temple U). Jewish education. Israel studies. Judaica librari- HEBREW THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE (1922). 7135 N. Carpenter Rd„ Skokie. IL60077. anship (joint program with Drexel U.), (847)982-2500. FAX: (847)674-6381. E- and Jewish music. Joint graduate program mail: [email protected]. Chancellor Rabbi with Reconstructionist Rabbinical Col- Dr. Jerold Isenberg; Rosh Hayeshiva lege in Jewish education and Jewish Rabbi Shlomo Morgenstern. Hebrew music. Netzky Division of Continuing Theological College, a fully accredited in- Education and Jewish Community High sitution, includes the Bet Midrash for School. Various newsletters, annual acad- Men. Blitstein Institute for Women, Kan- emic bulletin, scholarly publications, center School of Liberal Arts and Sciences, tennial volume, Grat: newsletter and Fasman Yeshiva High School, Commu- occasional papers. nity Service Devision. Silber Memorial HEBREW COLLEGE (1921). 160 Herrick Library, Bellows Kollel. Israel Experience Road, Newton Centre, MA 02459. Program and Yeshivas HaKayitz summer (617)559-8600. FAX: (617)559-8601. Pres. camp. Likutei Pshatim, Or Shmuel, Aca- Dr. David M. Cordis; Ch. Bd. Dir. demic Journal, (WWW.HTCNET.EDU) Mickey Cail; Hon. Ch. Bd. Trustees Ted Benard-Cutler. Through training in Jew- HEBREW UNION COLLEGE-JEWISH INSTI- TUTE OF RELIGION (1875). 3101 Clifton ish texts, history, literature, ethics, and Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45220. (513)221- Hebrew language, prepares students to 1875. FAX: (513)221-1847. Pres. Rabbi become literate participants in the global David Ellenson; Chancellor Emer. Dr. Al- Jewish community. Offers graduate and fred Gottschalk; V.-Pres. Devel. Erica S. undergraduate degrees and certificates in Frederick; Chmn. Bd. Govs. Barbara all aspects of Jewish education, Jewish Friedman; Provost Dr. Norman J. Cohen. studies, and Jewish music; serves students Academic centers: 3101 Clifton Ave., of all ages through its Prozdor High Cincinnati, OH 45220 (1875), Dean Rabbi School, Camp Yavneh, IJlpan Center for Kenneth Ehrlich. 1 W. 4 St.. NYC 10012 Adult Jewish Learning, and Me'ah-One (1922), Dean Rabbi Shirley Idelson. FAX: Hundred Hours of Adult Jewish Learn- (212) 388-1720. 3077 University Ave.. Los ing. Hebrew College Today; Likut. Angeles, CA 90007 (1954), Dean Rabbi (WWW.HEBREWCOLLRGE.EDU) Lewis Barth; FAX: (213)747-6128. 13 King David St., Jerusalem. Israel 94101 , NATIONAL CENTER FOR JEWISH (1963), Dean Rabbi Michael Marmur; POLICY STUDIES (1998). 160 Herrick FAX: (972-2)6251478. Prepares students Road, Newton Centre, MA 02459. for Reform rabbinate, cantorate, Jewish (617)559-8790. FAX: (617)559-8791. E- education and educational administra- mail: [email protected]. tion. communal service, academic careers; Dir. Dr. David M. Cordis; Assoc. Dir. promotes Jewish studies; maintains li- Rabbi Zachary I. Heller; Chmn. Howard braries, archives, and museums; offers I. Friedman. An international research master's and doctoral degrees; engages in and development resource for American archaeological excavations; publishes Jewry that bridges the gap between acad- scholarly works through Hebrew Union emics, community leaders, professionals, College Press. American Jewish Archives: and the organizations and institutions of Bibliograpliica Judaica; IIUC-JIR Cata- Jewish life. Bulletins, various newsletters, logue; Hebrew Union College Annual; monographs, research reports, and books. 664 / AMERICAN JEWISH YE R BOOK, 2008

Studies in Bibliography and Booklore; The (213)749-3424. FAX: (213)747-6128. E- Chronicle: Kesher. (WWW.HUC.EDU) mail: [email protected]. Dir. Dr. Reuven Firestone. Supervises programs leading to , AMERICAN JEWISH PERIODICAL DHS, DHL, and MA degrees; partici- CENTER (1957). 3101 Clifton Ave., pates in cooperative PhD programs with Cincinnati, OH 45220. (513)221-1875, U. of S. Calif. ext. 396. FAX: (513)221-0519. Dir. Her- bert C. Zafren. Maintains microfilms of , GRADUATE STUDIES PROGRAM. 1 W. all American Jewish periodicals 1823- 4 St. NYC 10012. (212)824-2252. FAX: 1925, selected periodicals since 1925. Jew- (212)388-1720. E-mail: [email protected]. ish Periodicals and Newspapers on Dir. Dr. Carol Ochs. Offers the DHL (doc- Microfilm (1957); First Supplement tor of Hebrew letters) degree in a variety (1960): Augmented Edition (1984). of fields; the MAJS (master of arts in Ju- daic studies), a multidisciplinary degree; , BLAUSTEIN CENTER FOR PASTORAL and is the only Jewish seminary to offer ,H COUNSELING. 1 West 4 Street, NYC, the DMin (doctor of ministry) degree in 10012. (212)824-2238. FAX: (212)388- pastoral care and counseling. 1720. Email: [email protected]. Dir. Nancy Wiener. In partnership with . HUC-UC CENTER FOR THE STUDY CCAR. prepares spiritual leaderss to sen- OF ETHICS AND CONTEMPORARY MORAL sitively and capably help congregants to PROBLEMS (1986). 3101 Clifton Ave., deal with the critical issues they face Cincinnati, OH 45220. (513)221-1875, throughout their lives; enables rabbinical EXT. 367. FAX: (5130221-1842. Email: students to complete a variety of super- [email protected]. Dir. Dr. Jonathan vised clinical experiences, including a year Cohen. Co-sponsored by Hebrew Unon of congregational workd as well as pas- College-Jewish Institute of Religion and toral counseling internships, and an aca- the University of Cincinnati; dedicated to demic grounding in psychodynamics and the study of contemporary moral problems on the basis of values that are at the pastoral counseling; and develops new heart of Judeo-Christian and secular eth- approaches to teaching counseling skills, ical traditions: provides forum for open grounding reflections on practical field discussion and reflection on important work experiences in the teachings of Jew- moral dilemmas that arise in modern life; ish texts. promotes the incorporation of ethical val- , CENTER FOR HOLOCAUST AND HU- ues in personal life, professional practice, MANITY EDUCATION. 3101 Clifton Ave., and community development; lauching Cincinnati, OH 45220. (513)221-1875, MA and PhD programs in Jewish and ext. 355. FAX: (513)221-1842. Email: Comparative Law and Applied Ethics; of- [email protected]. Dir. fering development programs for legal, Dr. Racelle R. Weiman. Co-sponsored by medical, and social work professionals; Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute promoting cooperative research among of Religion and Combined Generations academic institutions, social service, and of the Holocaust of Greater Cincinnati; not-for-profit organizations in Greater offers graduate level courses for educa- Cincinnati. tional professionals and clergy; surveys and assesses Holocaust education needs . IRWIN DANIELS SCHOOL OF JEWISH in public and private sectors; innovates COMMUNAL SERVICE (1968). 3077 Uni- curriculum development and evaluation; versity Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90007. provides teacher training, pedgogic re- (800)899-0925. FAX: (213)747-6128. E- sources, and programming for general mail: [email protected]. Dir. Dr. public of all ages and faiths; convenes Steven F. Windmueller. Offers certificate conferences and symposia; cooperates and master's degree to those employed in with university consortium on outreach Jewish communal services, or preparing initiatives; creates traveling exhibits; fos- for such work; offers joint MA in Jewish ters tolerance education and prejudice re- education and communal service with duction in the school system. Rhea Hirsch School; offers dual degrees with the School of Social Work, the . EDGAR F. MAGNIN SCHOOL OF School of Public Administration, the An- GRADUATE STUDIES (1956). 3077 Univer- nenberg School for Communication, sity Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90007. Marshall School of Business and the NATIONAL. JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 665

School of Gerontology of the U. of S. grees; offers program leading to DHL de- Calif, and with other institutions. Single gree for rabbinic graduates of the college. master's degrees can be completed in 15 months and certificates are awarded for , SCHOOL OF JEWISH STUDIES (1963). 13 King David St., Jerusalem, Israel the completion of two full-time summer 94101. (972)2-6203333. FAX: (972)2- sessions, (WWW.HUC.EDU) 6251478. E-mail: [email protected]. — , JACOB RADER MARCUS CENTER Acting Pres. Dr. Norman J. Cohen; Dean OF THE AMERICAN JEWISH ARCHIVES (see Rabbi Michael Marmur; Assoc. Dean p. 629) Rabbi Shaul R. Feinberg. OfTers first year of graduate rabbinic, cantorial, and Jew- , JEROME H. LOUCHIIEIM SCHOOL OF ish education studies (required) for North JUDAIC STUDIES (1969). 3077 University American students; graduate program Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90007. (213)749- leading to ordination for Israeli rabbinic 3424. FAX: (213)747-6128. Dir. Dr. students; non-degree Beit Midrash/I.ib- Reuven Firestone. Offers programs lead- eral Yeshivah program of Jewish studies ing to MA, BS, BA, and AA degrees; of- (English language); in-service educational fers courses as part of the undergraduate programming for teachers and educators program of the U. of S. Calif. (Hebrew language); Hebrew Ulpan for immigrants and visitors; Abramov Li- , NELSON GLUECK SCHOOL OF BIBLI- brary of Judaica, Hebraica, Ancient Near CAL ARCHAEOLOGY (1963). 13 King East and American Jewish Experience; David St., Jerusalem, Israel 94101. Skirball Museum of Biblical Archaeol- (972)2-6203333. FAX: (972)2-6251478. ogy; public outreach programs (lectures, Dir. Avraham Biran. Offers graduate- courses, concerts, exhibits). level research programs in Bible and archaeology. Summer excavations are , SCHOOL OF SACRED MUSIC (1947). carried out by scholars and students. Uni- 1 W. 4 St., NYC 10012. (212)824-2225. versity credit may be earned by partici- FAX: (212)388-1720. Dir. Cantor Israel pants in excavations. Consortium of Goldstein. Trains cantors for congrega- colleges, universities, and seminaries is af- tions; offers MSM degree. Sacred Music filiated with the school. Skirball Museum Press. of Biblical Archaeology (artifacts from Tel Dan, Tel Gezer, and Aroer). , SKIRBALL CULTURAL CENTER (see p. 632) , RHEA HIRSCH SCHOOL OF EDUCA- TION (1967). 3077 University Ave., Los INSTITUTE OF TRADITIONAL JUDAISM Angeles. CA 90007. (213)749-3424. FAX: (1990). 811 Palisade Ave., Teaneck, NJ (213)747-6128. Dir. Sara Lee. OfTers PhD 07666. (201)801-0707. FAX: (201)801- and MA programs in Jewish and Hebrew 0449. Rector (Reish Metivta) Rabbi education; conducts joint degree pro- David Weiss I lalivni; Dean Rabbi Ronald grams with U. of S. Calif.; offers courses D. Price. A nondenominational halakhic rabbinical school dedicated to genuine for Jewish teachers, librarians, and early faith combined with intellectual honesty educators on a nonmatriculating basis; and the love of Israel. Graduates receive conducts summer institutes for profes- "yoreh yoreh" smikhah. sional Jewish educators. JEWISH THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY (1886; — .SCHOOLOF EDUCATION (1947). I W. 4 St., NYC 10012. (212)824-2213. FAX: reorg. 1902). 3080 Broadway. NYC (212)388-1720. E-mail: [email protected]. 10027-4649. (212)678-8000. FAX: Dir. Jo Kay. Trains teachers and princi- (212)678-8947. Chancellor Dr. Arnold pals for Reform religious schools; offers Eisen: Bd. Chmn. Gershon Kekst. Oper- MA degree with specialization in religious ates undergraduate and graduate pro- education. grams in Judaic studies; professional schools for training Conservative rabbis, , SCHOOL OF GRADUATE STUDIES educators and cantors; the JTS Library; (1949). 3101 Clifton Ave., Cincinnati, OH the Ratner Center for the Study of Con- 45220. (513)221-1875, ext. 230. FAX: servative Judaism; Melton Research Cen- (513)221-0321. E-mail: gradschool@ ter for Jewish Education; the Jewish huc.edu. Dir. Dr. Adam Kamesar. Offers Museum; Ramah Camps and the Ivry programs leading to MA and PhD de- Prozdor high-school honors program. 666 / AMERICAN JEWISH YE R BOOK, 2008

Other outreach activities include the Dis- material. The 320.000-item collection in- tance Learning Project, the Finkelstein cludes books, manuscripts, periodicals, Institute Tor Religious and Social Stud- sound recordings, prints, broadsides, pho- ies, and the Wagner Institute lay leader- tographs, postcards, microform, videos ship program. Academic Bulletin; JTS and CD-ROM. Exhibition of items from Magazine; Gleanings; JTS News. the collection are ongoing. Exhibition cat- (WWW.JTSA.EDU) alogs are available for sale. The Library is open to the public for on-site use (photo , ALBERT A. LIST COLLEGE OF JEW- identification required). Between the ISH STUDIES (formerly SEMINARY COL- Lines, (WWW.JTSA.EDU/LIBRARY) LEGE OF JEWISH STUDIES—TEACHERS INSTITUTE) (1909). 3080 Broadway, NYC , LOUIS FINKELSTEIN INSTITUTE FOR 10027. (212)678-8826. Dean Dr. Shuly RELIGIOUS AND SOCIAL STUDIES (1938). Rubin Schwartz. Offers complete under- 3080 Broadway, NYC 10027. (212)870- graduate program in Judaica leading to 3180. FAX: (212)678-8947. E-mail: BA degree; conducts joint programs with [email protected]. Dir. Dr. Alan Mit- Columbia University and Barnard Col- tleman. Since 1938 has maintained an in- lege enabling students to receive two BA novative interfaith and intergroup degrees. relations program, pioneering new approaches to dialogue across religious ——. GRADUATE SCHOOL OF JTS (for- lines. Through scholarly and practical fel- merly INSTITLITE FOR ADVANCED STUDY lowship, highlights the relevance of Ju- IN THE HUMANITIES) (1968). 3080 Broad- daism and other contemporary religions way, NYC 10027-4649. (212)678-8024. to current theological, ethical, and scien- FAX: (212)678-8947. E-mail: grad- tific issues, including the emerging chal- [email protected]. Dean Dr. Stephen P. lenge of bioethics. Garfinkel; Asst. Dean Dr. Bruce E. Nielsen. Programs leading to MA, DHL, , MELTON RESEARCH CENTER FOR and PhD degrees in Judaic studies; spe- JEWISH EDUCATION (1960). 3080 Broad- cializations include Ancient Judaism, way, NYC 10027. (212)678-8031. E-mail: Bible and Ancient Semitic Languages, In- [email protected]. Dir. Dr. Steven M. terdepartmental Studies, Jewish Art and Brown; Admin. Lisa Siberstein-Weber. Material Culture, Jewish Education, Jew- Develops new curricula and materials for ish History, Jewish Literature, Jewish Phi- Jewish education; prepares educators losophy, Jewish Women's Studies, Liturgy, through seminars and in-service pro- Medieval Jewish Studies, Midrash, Mod- grams; maintains consultant and super- ern Jewish Studies, Talmud and Rab- visory relationships with a limited binics, and Dual Degree Program with number of pilot schools; develops and im- Columbia University School of Social plements research initiatives; sponsors Work. "renewal" retreals. Gleanings; Courtyard: A Journal of Research and Reflection on , H.L. MILLER CANTORIAL SCHOOL Jewish Education. AND COLLEGE OF JEWISH MUSIC (1952). 3080 Broadway, NYC 10027. (212)678- , NATIONAL RAMAH COMMISSION 8036. FAX: (212)678-8947. Dean Cantor (1947). 3080 Broadway, NYC 10027. Henry Rosenblum. Trains cantors, music (212)678-8881. FAX: (212)749-8251. Pres. teachers, and choral directors for congre- Alan H. Silberman; Natl. Dir. Mitchell gations. Offers full-time programs in sa- Cohen. Sponsors an international net- cred music leading to degree of MSM, work of 16 summer camps located in the and diploma of Hazzan. US, Canada. S. America, Russia, and Is- rael, emphasizing Jewish education, liv- •——, JEWISH MUSEUM (see p. 630) ing. and culture; offers opportunities for , LIBRARY OF THE JEWISH THEOLOG- qualified college students and older to ICAL SEMINARY. 3080 Broadway, NYC serve as counselors, administrators, spe- 10027. (212)678-8075. FAX: (212)678- cialists. etc., and programs for children 8998. E-mail: [email protected]. Librarian with special needs (Tikvah program); of- Dr. Mayer E. Rabinowitz. Contains one of fers special programs in U.S. and Israel, the largest collections of llebraica and Ju- including National Ramah Staff Training daica in the world, including manuscripts, Institute, Ramah Israel Seminar, Ulpan incunabula, rare books, and Cairo Geniza Ramah Plus, and Tichon Ramah NATIONAL. JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 667

Yerushalayim. Family and synagogue Database; Bibliography of Talmudic Lit- tours to Israel and summer day camp in erature; Catalogue of Geniza Fragments. Israel for Americans. , SCHOCKEN INSTITUTE FOR JEWISH , PROJECT JUDAICA (1992). 3080 RESEARCH (1961). 6 Balfour St., Broadway. NYC 10027. (212)678-8983. Jerusalem, Israel 92102. (972)2-5631288. Dir. Dr. David Fishman. Students in this FAX: (972)2-5636857. E-mail: sjssg@vms intensive, five year program sponsored .huji.ac.il. Dir. Dr. Shmuel Glick. Com- with YIVO and the Russian State Uni- prises the Schocken collection of rare versity for the Humanities in Moscow books and manuscripts and a research in- pursue the university's general curriculum stitute dedicated to the exploration of He- while majoring in Jewish history and cul- brew religious poetry (piyyut). Schocken ture taught by JTS faculty and advanced Institute Yearbook (P'raqim). students. Graduates receive a diploma (the equivalent of an MA) or a candidate , WILLIAM DAVIDSON GRADUATE of sciences degree (the equivalent of a SCHOOL OF JEWISH EDUCATION (1996). PhD) from RSUH. 3080 Broadway, NYC 10027. (212) 678- 8030. E-mail: [email protected]. Dean , RABBINICAL SCHOOL (1886). 3080 Dr. Aryeh Davidson. Offers master's and Broadway, NYC 10027. (212)678-8817. doctoral degrees in Jewish education; Dean Rabbi Daniel Nevins. Offers a pro- continuing education courses for Jewish gram of graduate and professional stud- educators and Jewish communal profes- ies leading to the degree of Master of sionals; and programs that take advan- Arts and ordination; includes one year of tage of the latest technology, including study in Jerusalem and an extensive field- distance learning and interactive video work program. classrooms.

, RADIO AND TELEVISION (1944). MAALOT-A SEMINARY FOR CANTORS AND 3080 Broadway, NYC 10027. (212)678- JUDAISTS(I987). I5W. Montgomery Ave., 8020. Produces radio and TV programs Suite 204, Rockville, MD 20850. expressing the Jewish tradition in its (301)309-2310. FAX: (301)309-2328. broadest sense, including hour-long doc- Pres./Exec. Off. David Shneyer. An edu- umentaries on NBC and ABC. Distrib- cational program established to train in- utes cassettes of programs at minimum dividuals in Jewish music, the liturgical charge. arts, and the use. design, and application of Jewish customs and ceremonies. Offers , REBECCA AND ISRAEL IVRY PROZ- classes, seminars, and an independent DOR (1951). 3080 Broadway, NYC 10027. study program. (212)678-8824. E-mail: prozdor@jtsa. edu. Principal Rhonda Rosenheck; Com- MESIVTA YESHIVA RABBI CHAIM BERLIN munity Advisory Board Chmn. Michael RABBINICAL ACADEMY (1905). 1605 Katz. The Hebrew high school of JTS, of- Coney Island Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11230. fers a program of Jewish studies for day (718)377-0777. Exec. Dir. Y. Mayer school and congregational school gradu- Lasker. Maintains fully accredited ele- ates in classical texts, Hebrew, interdisci- mentary and high schools; collegiate and plinary seminars, training in educational postgraduate school for advanced Jewish leadership, and classes for college credit. studies, both in America and Israel; Classes meet one evening a week and on Camp Morris, a summer study retreat; Sundays in Manhattan and at affiliated Prof. Nathan Isaacs Memorial Library; programs. High School Curricula. Gur Aryeh Publications.

. SAUL LIEBERMAN INSTITUTE FOR NER ISRAEL RABBINICAL COLLEGE (1933). TALMUDIC RESEARCH (1985). 3080 400 Mt. Wilson Lane, Baltimore, MD Broadway, NYC 10027. (212)678-8994. 21208. (410)484-7200. FAX: (410)484- FAX: (212)678D8947. E-mail: !iebinst@ 3060. Rosh Ilayeshiva. Rabbi Aharon jtsa.edu. Dir. Shamma Friedman; Coord. Feldman; Pres. Rabbi Sheftel Neuberger. Jonathan Milgram. Engaged in preparing Trains rabbis and educators for Jewish for publication a series of scholarly edi- communities in America and worldwide. tions of selected chapters of the Talmud. OtTers bachelor's, master's, and doctoral The following projects support and help degrees in talmudic law, as well as disseminate the research: Talmud Text teacher's diploma. College has four divi- 668 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 2007

sions: Israel Henry Beren High School, TOURO COLLEGE (1970). Executive Offices: Rabbinical College, Teachers Training In- 27 West 23'd Street.. NYC 10010. stitute, Graduate School. Maintains an (212)4630400. FAX: (212)627-9049. Pres. active community-service division. Oper- Dr. Bernard Lander; Bd. Chmn. Mark ates special programs for Iranian and Hasten. Non-profit comprehensive col- Russian Jewish students. Ner Israel Up- lege with Judaic Studies, Liberal Arts and date; Alumni Bulletin; Ohr Hanair Tal- professional programs leading to BA, BS, mudic Journal; Iranian B'nei Torah MA, MS and JD degrees at campuses in Bulletin. NYC and Long Island: emphasizes relevance of Jewish heritage to Western civi- RABBINICAL COLLEGE OF TELSHE, INC. lization. Undergraduate and graduate (1941). 28400 Euclid Ave., Wickliffe, OH degree programs in Moscow and 44092. (216)943-5300. Roshei Hayeshiva Jerusalem. California campuses offer DO and Pres. Rabbi Zalman Gifter and Rabbi degree and distance learning BS, MS, Yitzchok Sorotzkin; V.-Pres. Rabbi Abba MBA and PhD degrees. Zalka Gewirtz. College for higher Jewish learning specializing in talmudic studies —, COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS AND and rabbinics; maintains a preparatory SCIENCES. 27-33 W. 23 St., NYC 10010. academy including a secular high school, (212)463-0400. FAX: (212)627-9144. postgraduate department, teacher-train- Exec. Dean Stanley Boylan. Offers coming school, and teachers' seminary for prehensive Jewish studies along with stud- women. Pri Etz Chaim; Peer Mordechai; ies in the arts, sciences, humanities, and Alumni Bulletin. preprofessional studies in health sciences, law, accounting, business, computer sci- RECONSTRUCTIONIST RABBINICAL COLLEGE ence. education, and finance. Women's (1968). 1299 Church Rd., Wyncote, PA Division, 160 Lexington Ave., NYC 19095. (215)576-0800. FAX: (215)576- 10016. (212)213-2230. FAX: (212)683- 6143. E-mail: [email protected]. Pres. Dan 3281. Dean Sara E. Freifeld. Ehrenkranz; Bd. Chmn. Donald L. Shapiro; Genl. Chmn. Aaron Ziegelman. , INSTITUTE OF JEWISH LAW. (631) Coeducational. Trains rabbis and cantors 421-2244. ext. 335. A constituent of for all areas of Jewish communal life: syn- Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law agogues. academic and educational posi- Center, the Institute of Jewish Law pro- tions, Hillel centers, federation agencies, vides an intellectual framework for the and chaplaincy for hospitals, hospices, study and teaching of Jewish law. Coed- and geriatric centers; confers title of rabbi its Dinei Israel (Jewish Law Journal) with and cantor and grants degrees of Master Tel Aviv University Law School. and Doctor of Hebrew Letters and Mas- , JACOB D. FUCHSBF.RG LAW CENTER ter of Arts in Jewish Studies. RRC Re- (1980). Long Island Campus, 300 Nassau port; Reconstructionist.{www. RRC.EDU) Rd., Huntington. NY 11743.(516)421- SPERTUS INSTITUTE OF JEWISH STUDIES 2244. Dean Howard A. Glickstein. Offers (1924). 618 S. Michigan Ave.. Chicago, IL studies leading to JD degree. 60605. (312)922-9012. FAX: (312)922- , Moscow BRANCH. Oztozhenka 6406. Pres. Howard A. Sulkin; Dean Dr. #38. Moscow, Russia 119837. Offers BS Dean Bell; Museum Dir. Rhoda Rosen; program in business and BA program in Lib. Dir. Glenn Ferdman. An accredited Jewish studies. institution of higher learning offering one doctor of Jewish studies degree; master's , SCHOOL OF GENERAL STUDIES. degree programs in Jewish studies, Jewish Midtown Main Campus, 27 W. 23 St., education, Jewish communal service, and NYC 10010. (212)463-0400; Harlem Main Campus, 240 E. 123 St., NYC human-services administration; plus an 1 extensive program of continuing educa- 10035; Sunset Park extension, 475 53" St., tion. Major resources of the college en- Brooklyn. NY 11220; Flushing Exten- compass Spertus Museum, Asher sion. 133-35 Roosevelt Ave., Queens, NY Library, Chicago Jewish Archives, and 11374. Dean Stephen Adolphus. Associ- Spertus College of Judaica Press. ate and bachelor degree programs in human services, education N-6, comput- , SPERTUS MUSEUM (see p. 633) ing, business and liberal arts; special em- NATIONAL. JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 669 phasis on service to non-traditional stu- UNIVERSITY OF JUDAISM (.VEP AMERICAN dents. JEWISH UNIVERSITY)

, TOURO COLLEGE FLATBUSH CEN- WEST COAST TALMUDICAL SEMINARY TER (1979). 1602 Ave. J, Brooklyn. NY (Yeshiva Ohr Elchonon Chabad) (1953). 11230. (718)252-7800. Dean Robert 7215 Waring Ave., Los Angeles, CA Goldschmidt. A division of the College of 90046. (323)937-3763. FAX: (323)937- Liberal Arts and Sciences; options offered 9456. Dean Rabbi Ezra Schochet. Pro- in accounting and business, education, vides facilities for intensive Torah mathematics, political science, psychol- education as well as Orthodox rabbinical ogy. special education and speech. Classes training on the West Coast; conducts an are given on weeknights and during Ihe accredited college preparatory high day on Sunday. school combined with a full program of Torah-talmudic training and a graduate , TOURO COLLEGE ISRAEL. 20 Pierre talmudical division on the college level. Koenig St., Jerusalem, Israel. Torah Quiz: Kovetz Migdal Ohr; Kovetz (02)6796666. FAX: (02)6796688. V-Prcs„ Ohr Ha Migdal. Israel, Matityahu Adler; Dean of Faculty, Israel, Prof. Moshe I.ieberman. Touro YESHIVA TORAH VODAATH AND MESIVTA College Israel offers both undergraduate TORAH VODAATH RABBINICAL SEMINARY and graduate degrees in management, (1918). 425 F.. 9 St., Brooklyn, NY 11218. marketing, economics, finance, and ac- (718)941-8000. Bd. Chmn. Chaim counting. Touro College also offers a Leshkowitz. Offers Hebrew and secular graduate degree in Jewish Studies. education from elementary level through Courses in both these programs are given rabbinical ordination and postgraduate in Hebrew. In addition undergraduate work: maintains a teachers institute and courses in our one year program are of- community-service bureau; maintains a fered in English, (WWW.TOURO.EDU) dormitory and a nonprofit camp program for boys. Chronicle; Mesivta Vanguard; , TOURO COLLEGE SCHOOL OF Thought of the Week; Torah Vodaath HEALTH SCIENCES (1986). 1700 Union News; Ha'Mesifta. Blvd. Bay Shore, NY 11706. (516)665- 1600. FAX: (516)665-6902. E-mail: ed- . YESHIVA TORAH VODAATH ALUMNI [email protected]. Pres. Dr. Bernard ASSOCIATION (1941). 425 E. 9 St., Brook- Lander; Dean Dr. Joseph Weisberg. Of- lyn, NY 11218. (718)941-8000. Pres. fers the following programs: MS/MD George Weinberger. Promotes social and with Faculty of Medicine, Technion In- cultural ties between the alumni and the stitute. Israel: BS/MS Occupational Ther- schools through classes and lectures and apy; BS/MS Physical Therapy; MS Public fund-raising; offers vocational guidance Health: Advanced MS Orthopedic Phys- to students; operates Camp Ohr Shraga: ical Therapy; MS Forensic Examination; sponsors research fellowship program for MS Clinical Engineering; MS Early In- boys. Annual Journal; Hamesivta Torah tervention; MS Gerontology; BS Physi- periodical. cian Assistant; AAS Occupational Therapy Assistant; AAS Physical Thera- YESHIVA UNIVERSITY (1886). Wilf Campus, 500 W. 185 St., NYC 10033-3201. pists Assistant. (212)960-5400. FAX: (212)960-0055. , TOURO GRADUATE SCHOOL OF JEW- Chancellor Dr. Norman Lamm: Pres. ISH STUDIES (1981). 160 Lexington Ave.. Richard Joel; Chmn. Bd. of Trustees NYC 10016. (212)213-2230. FAX: Morry J. Weiss. The nation's oldest and (212)683-3281. E-mail: moshesh@ most comprehensive independent uni- touro.edu. Pres. Bernard Lander: Dean versity founded under Jewish auspices, Michael A. Shmidman. Offers courses with 18 undergraduate and graduate leading to an MA in Jewish studies, with schools, divisions, and affiliates; wide- concentrations in Jewish history or Jew- spread programs of research and com- ish education. Students may complete munity outreach; publications; and a part of their program in Israel through museum. A broad range of curricula lead MA courses offered by Touro faculty at to bachelor's, master's, doctoral, and pro- Touro's Jerusalem center. fessional degrees. Undergraduate schools 670 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEA R BOOK, 2007

provide general studies curricula supple- Jewish Medical Center. Beth Israel Med- mented by courses in Jewish learning: ical Center, Bronx-Lebanon Hospital graduate schools prepare for careers in Center, and Rose F. Kennedy Center for medicine, law, social work, Jewish educa- Research in Mental Retardation and De- tion, psychology, Jewish studies, and velopmental Disabilities. Einstein; Ein- other fields. It has seven undergraduate stein Today; Einstein Quarterly Journal of schools, seven graduate and professional Biology and Medicine. schools, and four affiliates. Yeshiva Uni- versity Review; Yeshiva University Today. —, AZRIELI GRADUATE SCHOOL OF (WWW.YU.EDU) JEWISH EDUCATION AND ADMINISTRA- TION (1945). 245 Lexington Ave., NYC Yeshiva University has four campuses 10016-4699. (212)340-7705. FAX: in Manhattan and the Bronx: Wilf Cam- (212)340-7787. Chmn. Bd. Moshael J. pus, 500 W. 185 St., NYC 10033-3201; Straus; Dir. Dr. Yitzchak S. Handel. Of- Midtown Campus, 245 l.exington Ave., fers MS degree in Jewish elementary and NYC 10016-4699; Brookdale Center, 55 secondary education; specialist's certifi- Fifth Ave., NYC 10003-4391; Jack and cate and EdD in administration and su- Pearl Resnick Campus, Eastchester Rd. & pervision of Jewish education. Block Morris Pk. Ave., Bronx, NY 10461-1602. Education Program, subsidized by a grant Undergraduate schools for men at Wilf from the Jewish Agency's Joint Program Campus: Yeshiva College (Dean Dr. for Jewish Education, provides summer David Srulowitz) provides liberal arts and course work to complement year-round sciences curricula; grants BA degree. field instruction in local communities. Isaac Breuer College of Hebraic Studies awards Hebrew teacher's diploma. AA, , BELFER INSTITUTE FOR ADVANCED BA, and BS. Yeshiva Program/Mazer BIOMEDICAL STUDIES (1978). Eastchester School of Talmudic Studies offers ad- Rd. & Morris Pk. Ave., Bronx, NY 10461- vanced course of study in Talmudic texts 1602. (718)430-2801. Dir. Dr. Dennis and commentaries. Irving I. Stone Beit Shields. Integrates and coordinates the Midrash Program offers diversified cur- Albert Einstein College of Medicine's riculum combining Talmud with Jewish postdoctoral research and training-grant studies. programs in the basic and clinical bio- Undergraduate school for women at medical sciences. Awards certificate as re- Midtown Campus: Stern College for search fellow or research associate on Women (Dean Dr. Karen Bacon) offers completion of training. liberal arts and sciences curricula supple- mented by Jewish studies programs; , BENJAMIN N. CARDOZO SCHOOL OF awards BA, AA, and Hebrew teacher's LAW (1976). 55 Fifth Ave., NYC 10003- diploma. 4391. (212)790-0200. F.-mail:lawinfo@ ymail.yu.edu. Chmn. Bd. Of Directors Sy Syms School of Business at Wilf Earle I. Mack; Dean Paul R. Verkuil. Of- Campus and Midtown Campus offers un- fers a rigorous and enriched legal educa- dergraduate business curricula in con- tion leading to juris doctor (JD) degree junction with study at Yeshiva College or and two LLM programs—in intellectual Stern College; grants BS degree. property and in general law. Programs , ALBERT EINSTEIN COLLEGE OF and services include Jacob Burns Insti- MEDICINE (1955). Eastchester Rd. & tute for Advanced Legal Studies; Jacob Morris Pk. Ave., Bronx, NY 10461-1602. Burns Center for Ethics in the Practice of (718)430-2000. Chmn. Bd. Robert A. Law; Bet Tzedek Legal Services Clinic, Belfer: Marilyn and Stanley M. Katz including the Herman J. Stich Program Dean Dr. Allen M. Siegel. Prepares physi- for the Aged and Disabled; Cardozo In- cians and conducts research in the health ternational Institute/Uri and Caroline sciences; awards MD degree; includes Sue Bauer Israel Program; Leonard and Bea Golding Graduate Division of Medical Diener Institute of Jewish Law; Floer- Sciences (Dir. Dr. Anne M. Etgen), which sheimer Center for Constitutional grants PhD degree. Einstein's clinical fa- Democracy; Ford Foundation Program in cilities and affiliates encompass Jack D. International Law and Human Rights; Weiler Hospital of Albert Einstein Col- Samuel and Ronnie Heyman Center on lege of Medicine, Jacobi Medical Center, Corporate Governance; Kukin Program Montefiore Medical Center, Long Island for Conflict Resolution; Romie Shapiro NATIONAL. JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 671

Program in International Law and training. RIFTS complex encompasses 15 Human Rights; Stephen B. Siegel Pro- educational entities and a major service gram in Real Estate Law; Sol S. Singer and outreach center with some 20 pro- Research Program in Real Property Law; grams. Grants semikhah (ordination) and Howard M. Squadron Program in Law. the degrees of master of religious educa- Media, and Society; Center for Profes- tion. master of Hebrew literature, doctor sional Development. Cardozo Life: Car- of religious education, and doctor of He- dozo Law Review; Cardozo Arts and brew literature. Includes Marcos and Entertainment Law Journal; Cardozo Adina Katz Kollel (Institute for Ad- Women's Law Journal; Cardozo Journal of vanced Research in Rabbinics); Kollel International and Comparative Law; Car- I'Horaah (Yadin Yadin) and External dozo Studies in Law and Literature; Post- Yadin Yadin; Israel Henry Beren Insti- Soviet Media Law and Policy Newsletter; tute for Higher Talmudic Studies(HaMa- New York Real Estate Reporter. chon HaGavohah L'Talmud); Bella and Harry Wexner Kollel Elyon and Semi- , BERNARD REVEL GRADUATE khah Honors Program; Ludwie Jesselson SCHOOL OF JEWISH STUDIES (1935). 500 Kollel Chaverim; Caroline ana Joseph S. W. 185 St., NYC 10033-3201. (212)960- Gruss Institute in Jerusalem. 5253. Pres. Chmn. Bd. Mordecai D. Katz: RIETS sponsors one high school for Dean Dr. David Berger. Offers graduate boys (Manhattan) and one for girls programs in Bible, Talmudic studies. Jew- (Queens). ish history, and Jewish philosophy; con- The Center for the Jewish Future (Dir. fers MA and PhD degrees. Harry Fischel Rabbi Kenneth Brander) provides per- Summer Program oilers the Revel pro- sonal and professional service to the rab- gram during the summer. binate and related fields, as well as , FERKAUF GRADUATE SCHOOL OF educational, consultative, organizational, PSYCHOLOGY (1957). Eastchester Rd. & and placement services to congregations, Morris Pk. Ave., Bronx, NY 10461-1602. schools, and communal organizations (718)430-3941. FAX: (718)430-3960. E- around the world; coordinates a broad mail: [email protected]. Chair Bd. Dr. spectrum of outreach programs, includ- Jayne G. Beker; Dean Dr. Lawrence J. ing Association of Modern Orthodox Siegel. Offers MA in applied psychology: Day Schools and Yeshiva High Schools, PsyD in clinical and school-clinical child Stone-Sapirstein Center for Jewish Edu- psychology; and PhD in developmental cation, Gertrude and Morris Bienenfeld and clinical health psychology. Programs Department of Rabbinic Services, Gindi and services include the Leonard and Program for the Enhancement of Profes- Muriel Marcus Family Project for the sional Rabbinics, Continuing Rabbinic Study of the Disturbed Adolescent; Max Education Initiatives. Leadership Educa- and Celia Parnes Family Psychological tion and Development Program (LEAD), and Psychoeducational Services Clinic. Kiruv College Outreach Program, Com- munity Kollel and Beit Midrash and , (affiliate) PHILIP AND SARAH BELZ Boardroom Learning Programs. Project SCHOOL OF JEWISH MUSIC (1954). 560 W. Kehillah. Myer and Pauline Senders Off- 185 St., NYC 10033-3201. (212)960-5353. Campus Lecture Series. Jewish Medical FAX: (212)960-5359. Dir. Cantor Ethics Consultation Service, National Bernard Beer. Provides professional train- Commission on Torah Education.The ing of cantors and courses in Jewish litur- Torah U-Madda Project, supported by gical music: conducts outreach; publishes the Joseph J. and Bertha K. Green Memo- Journal of Jewish Music and Literature: awards associate cantor's certificate and rial Fund, includes the Orthodox Forum cantorial diploma. and publishes the The Torah U-Madda Journal and Ten Da'at. , (affiliate) RABBI ISAAC ELCHANAN Sephardic components are Jacob E. THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY (1896). 2540 Safra Institute of Sephardic Studies and Amsterdam Ave., NYC 10033-9986. the Institute of Yemenite Studies; (212)960-5344. FAX: (212)960-0061. Sephardic Community Program; Dr. Chmn. Bd. Julius Berman; Dean Rabbi Joseph and Rachel Ades Sephardic Out- Yona Reiss. Leading center in the Western reach Program; Maybaum Sephardic Fel- Hemisphere for Torah study and rabbinic lowship Program. 672 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 2007

, WOMEN'S ORGANIZATION (1928). as an intellectual exercise but as a form of 500 W. 185 St., NYC 10033-3201. (212) divine service, (WWW.YCTORAH.ORG) 960-0855. Chmn. Natl. Bd. Dinah Pinc- zower. Supports Yeshiva University's na- SOCIAL, MUTUAL BENEFIT tional scholarship program for students ALPHA EPSILON PI FRATERNITY (1913). training in education, community service, 8815 Wesleyan Rd.. Indianapolis, IN law, medicine, and other professions. Its 46268-1171. (317)876-1913. FAX: Torah Chesed Fund provides monthly (317)876-1057. E-mail: [email protected]. stipends to needy undergraduate students. Internatl. Pres. Dr. Jay Levine; Exec. V.- Pres. Sidney N. Dunn. International Jew- , WURZWEILER SCHOOL OF SOCIAL ish fraternity active on over 100 campuses WORK (1957). 500 W. 185 St., NYC in the U.S. and Canada; encourages Jew- 10033-3201. (212)960-0800. FAX: ish students to remain loyal to their her- (212)960-0822. Chair Bd. David I. itage and to assume leadership roles in Schachne; Dorothy and David I. the community; active in behalf of the Schachne Dean Dr. Sheldon R. Gelman. State of Israel and Magen David Adom Offers graduate programs in social work among other causes. The Lion of Alpha and Jewish communal service; grants Epsilon Pi (quarterly magazine). MSW and PhD degrees and certificate in Jewish communal service. MSW pro- AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF JEWS FROM THE grams are: Concurrent Plan, 2-year, full- FORMER USSR, INC. (AAJFSU) (1989). time track, combining classroom study 100 Church Street. Suite 1608, NYC and supervised field instruction; Plan for 10007. (212) 964-1946. FAX: (212)964- F.mployed Persons (PEP), for people 1946. E-mail: GeorgeZilberman@yahoo working in social agencies; Block Educa- .com. Pres. Yury Zilberman; Bd. Chmn. tion Plan (Dir. Dr. Adele Weiner), which Mark Gurevich. National not-for-profit, combines summer course work with reg- grassroots mutual assistance and refugee ular-year field placement in local agen- advocacy organization, which unites and cies; Clergy Plan, training in counseling represents interests of over 600,000 Russ- for clergy of all denominations; Silvia and ian speaking Jewish refugees and legal im- Irwin Leiferman Center for Professional migrants from the former Soviet Union. Training in the Care of the Elderly. Jew- It has chapters and independent associa- ish Social Work Forum. tions in seven states, including New York, Ohio, Colorado, New Jersey, Massachu- , (affiliate) YESHIVA OF LOS ANGE- setts, Wisconsin and Maryland. The na- LES (1977). 9760 W. Pico Blvd., Los An- tional organization is a member of the geles, CA 90035-4701. (310)772-2424. National Immigration Forum and it is af- FAX: (310)772-7661. E-mail: mhmay® filiated with the United Jewish Commu- wiesenthal.com. Dean Rabbi Marvin nities, Washington Action Office. It has Hier; Bd. Chmn. Samuel Belzberg; Dir. become a founding member of the Jewish Academic Programs Rabbi Sholom Community Relations Council of New Tendler. Affiliates are Yeshiva University York and the New York Immigration High Schools of Los Angeles, Jewish Coalition. Local Chapters work in coop- Studies Institute and Kollel Torah eration with Jewish Federation and New MiTzion. York Chapter works in cooperation with JCRC. NYANA, IIIAS and UJA-Feder- , YESHIVA UNIVERSITY MUSEUM (see ation of New York. The AAJFSU assists p. 633) newcomers in their resettlement and vocational and cultural adjustment, fosters YESHIVAT CHOVEVEI TORAH (1999). 475 their Jewish identity and involvement in Riverside Drive, Suite 244., NYC 10015. American civic and social affairs, fights (212)666-0036. FAX: (212)666-5633. Dean anti-Semitism and violation of human Rabbi Avi Weiss. Dedicated to the training rights in the FSU and the U.S. through of open Orthodox rabbis who will lead the cooperation with other human rights or- Jewish community and shape its spiritual ganizations and advocacy organizations, and intellectual character in consonance supports struggle of Israeli Jews for sus- with modern and open Orthodox values tainable peace, collects money for Israeli and commitments, emphasizing the en- victims of terror, provides assistance in counter with classical Jewish texts not just NATIONAL. JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 673

social safety net and naturalization of the Medical Center in Haifa and homes for re- elderly and disabled, provides advocacy tarded children-Maon Bnai Zion in Rosh in cases of political asylum for victims of Ha'ayin and the Herman Z. Quittman anti-Semitism in the FSU. Chronicles of Center in Jerusalem Ahava Project. Also Anti-Semitism and Nationalism in Re- supports building of new central library in publics of the Former USSR (in English, Maaleh Adumim. In U.S. sponsors pro- annually); Information Bulletin (in Russ- gram of awards for excellence in Hebrew ian, quarterly). for high school and college students. Chap- ters all over U.S. Bnai Zion Voice (quar- AMERICAN FEDERATION OF JEWS FROM CEN- terly,). (WWW.BNAIZION.COM) TRAL EUROPE, INC. (1938). 570 Seventh Ave., NYC 10018. (212)921-3871. FAX: BRITH ABRAHAM (1859; reorg. 1887). 136 (212) 575-1918. Pres. Fritz Weinschenk; E. 39 St., NYC 10016. (212)725-1211. Exec. Asst. Dennis E. Rohrbaugh. Seeks FAX: (212)684-6327. Grand Master to safeguard the rights and interests of Robert Freeman. Protects Jewish rights American Jews of German-speaking Cen- and combats anti-Semitism; supports So- tral European descent, especially in refer- viet and Ethiopian emigration and the ence to restitution and indemnification; safety and dignity of Jews worldwide; through its affiliate Research Foundation helps to support Bnai Zion Medical Cen- for Jewish Immigration sponsors research ter in Haifa and other Israeli institutions; and publications on the history, immigra- aids and supports various programs and tion, and acculturation of Central Euro- projects in the U.S.: Hebrew Excellence pean emigres in the U.S. and worldwide; Program-Gold Medal presentation in high schools and colleges; Camp Loyal- through its affiliate Jewish Philanthropic town; Brith Abraham and Bnai Zion Fund of 1933 supports social programs Foundations. Voice. for needy Nazi victims in the U.S.; under- takes cultural activities, publications; BRITH SHOLOM (1905). 3939 Conshohocken member. Council of Jews from Germany, Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19131. (215)878- London. 5696. FAX: (215) 878-5699. Pres. Sey- AMERICAN VETERANS OF ISRAEL(I95I). 136 mour Rose; Exec. Dir. Roy Shenberg; E. 39 St.. NYC 10016. E-mail: spiel- Exec. V. P., Jerome Verlin. Fraternal organization devoted to community welfare, [email protected]. Pres. Samuel Z. Klausner; protection of rights of Jewish people, and V-Pres. David Kaplan. Maintains contact activities that foster Jewish identity and with American and Canadian volunteers provide support for Israel. Through its who served in Aliyah Bet and/or Israel's philanthropic arm, the Brith Sholom War of Independence; promotes Israel's Foundation (1962), sponsors Brith welfare; holds memorial services at grave Sholom House in Philadelphia, nonprofit of Col. David Marcus; is affiliated with senior-citizen apartments; and Brith World Mahal. Newsletter. Sholom Beit Halochem in Haifa, Israel, ASSOCIATION OF YUGOSLAV JEWS IN THE rehabilitation, social, and sports center UNITED STATES. INC. (1941). 130 E. 59 for disabled Israeli veterans, operated by St.. Suite 1202, NYC 10022. (212)371- Zahal. Chmn. Martin Winit: Exec. Dir. 6891. V.-Pres. & Chmn. Emanuel Salom; Saundra Laub. Brith Sholom Digest; Sec. Dr. Joseph Stock. Assistance to all monthly news bulletin. Jews originally from Yugoslavia—Bosnia, Serbia. Croatia—and new settlers in Is- FREE SONS OF ISRAEL (1849). 250 Fifth Ave., Suite 201, NYC 10001. (212)725-3690. rael. Bulletins. FAX: (212)725-5874. Grand Master Ar- BNAI ZION-TIIE AMERICAN FRATERNAL lene Hoberman Kyler; Grand Sec. Ronald ZIONIST ORGANIZATION (1908). 136 E. 39 J. Laszlo. Oldest Jewish fraternal-benefit St., NYC 10016. (212)725-1211. FAX: society in U.S. Affordable membership (212)684-6327. Pres. Michael J. Lazar; men & women (18+). Supports Israel, Exec. V.-Pres. Mel Parness. Fosters princi- UJA projects, non-sectarian toy drives/ ples of Americanism, fraternalism, and philanthropies. Social Action fights anti- Zionism. The Bnai Zion Foundation sup- Semitism, supports human rights. Mem- ports various humanitarian projects in Is- ber benefits-IBM Metro Credit Union, rael and the USA, chiefly the Bnai Zion scholarships, cemetery, discounted Long 674 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEAR BOOK, 2007

Term Care Insurance, educational and so- Jewish Book Center, public affairs/social cial functions. Free Model Seder. Free action, health insurance plans, medical/ Sons Reporter, (WWW.FREESONS.ORG) dental/legal services, life insurance plans, cemetery/funeral benefits, social services, JEWISH LABOR BUND (Directed by WORLD geriatric homes and centers, and travel ser- COORDINATING COMMITTEE OF THE vices. The Call, (WWW.CIRCLE.ORG) BUND) (1897; reorg. 1947). 25 E. 21 St., NYC 10010. (212)475-0059. FAX: (212) ZETA BETA TAU FRATERNITY (1898). 3905 473-5102. Acting Pres. Motl Zelmanow- Vincennes Rd., Suite 300. Indianapolis, ics; Sec. Gen. Benjamin Nade. Coordi- IN 46268. (317)334-1898. FAX: (317)334- nates activities of Bund organizations 1899. E-mail: [email protected]. Pres. throughout the world and represents Kenneth L. Simon, M.D.; Exec. Dir. them in the Socialist International; Jonathan I. Yulish. Oldest historically spreads the ideas of socialism as formu- Jewish fraternity; promotes intellectual lated by the Jewish Labor Bund; publishes awareness, social responsibility, integrity, books and periodicals on world problems, and brotherhood among over 5,000 un- Jewish life, socialist theory and policy, dergrads and 110,000 alumni in the U.S. and on the history, activities, and ideol- and Canada. Encourages leadership and ogy of the Jewish Labor Bund. Unser diversity through mutual respect of all Tsait (U.S.): Lebns-Fragn (Israel); Unser heritages; nonsectarian since 1954. A Gedank (Australia). brotherhood of Kappa Nu, Phi Alpha, Phi Epsilon Pi, Phi Sigma Delta, Zeta SEPHARDIC JEWISH BROTHERHOOD OF Beta Tau. The Deltan (quarterly). AMERICA. INC. (1915). 97-45 Queens (WWW.ZBT.ORG) Blvd., Rm. 610, Rego Park, NY 11374. (718)459-1600. Pres. Bernard Ouziel; Sec. SOCIAL WELFARE Irving Barocas. A benevolent fraternal organization seeking to promote the indus- AMC CANCER RESEARCH CENTER (for- trial, social, educational, and religious merly JEWISH CONSUMPTIVES' RELIEF SO- welfare of its members. Sephardic Brother. CIETY, 1904; incorporated as American Medical Center at Denver, 1954). 1600 SIGMA ALPHA Mu FRATERNITY (1909). 9245 Pierce St., Denver, CO 80214. (303)233- No. Meridian St., Ste. 105. Indianapolis, 6501. FAX: (303)239-3400. E-mail: edel- IN 46260. (317)846-0600. FAX: (317)846- [email protected]. Pres./CEO Bob R. 9462. E-mail: [email protected]. Sup. Prior Baker; Exec. V-Pres. Research Dr. Tom Leland P.Manders; Exec. Dir. Aaron M. Slaga. A nationally recognized leader in Girson. Founded at the City College of NY the fight against cancer; employs a three- as a fraternity of Jewish men, currently ac- pronged, interdisciplinary approach that tive on 70 campuses across North America. combines laboratory, clinical, and com- Encourages students to take an active role munity cancer-control research to ad- on campus, offers leadership opportunities vance the prevention, early detection, and financial aid to members and scholar- diagnosis, and treatment of the disease. ships to leaders of Jewish youth groups. The exclusive scientific focus of our work Octogonian of Sigma Alpha Mu (quar- is the prevention and control of cancer terly). and other major diseases. The Quest for Answers; Annual Report, (WWW.AMC.ORG) WORKMEN'S CIRCLE/ARBETER RING (1900). 45 E. 33 St., NYC 10016. (212)889-6800. AMCHA FOR TSEDAKAH (1990). 9800 Cherry FAX: (212)532-7518. E-mail: member@ Hill Rd.. College Park, MD 20740. circle.org. Pres. Martin Krupnick; Exec. (301)937-2600. Pres. Rabbi Bruce E. Dir. Ann Toback. Fosters Jewish identity Kahn. Solicits and distributes contribu- and participation in Jewish life through tions to Jewish charitable organizations Jewish, especially Yiddish, culture and ed- in the U.S. and Israel; accredits organiza- ucation. friendship, mutual aid, and the tions which serve an important tsedakah pursuit of social and economic justice. Of- purpose, demonstrate efficiency and fiscal fices are located throughout the U.S. and integrity, and also support pluralism. Canada. Member services include: Jewish Contributors are encouraged to earmark cultural seminars, concerts, theater, Jew- contributions for specific organizations; ish schools, children's camp and adult re- all contributions to General Fund are for- sort. fraternal and singles activities, a warded to the charitable institutions, as NATIONAL. JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 675

operating expenses are covered by a sep- ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH COMMUNITY OR- arate fund. Newspaper supplement. GANIZATION PERSONNEL (AJCOP) (1969). 14619 Horseshoe Trace, Wellington, FL AMERICAN JEWISH CORRECTIONAL CHAP- 33414. (561)795-4853. FAX: (561)798- LAINS ASSOCIATION, INC. (formerly NA- 0358. E-mail: [email protected]. Pres. TIONAL COUNCIL OF JEWISH PRISON Rabbi Daniel Allen; Exec. Dir. Louis B. CHAPLAINS) (1937). 10 E. 73 St.. NYC Solomon. An organization of profession- 10021-4194. (212)879-8415. FAX: (212) als engaged in areas of fund-raising, en- 772-3977. (Cooperates with the New York dowments, budgeting, social planning, Board of Rabbis.) Supports spiritual, financing, administration, and coordina- moral, and social services for Jewish men tion of services. Objectives are to develop and women in corrections; stimulates sup- and enhance professional practices in port of correctional chaplaincy; provides Jewish communal work; to maintain and spiritual and professional fellowship for improve standards, practices, scope, and Jewish correctional chaplains; promotes public understanding of the field of com- sound standards for correctional chap- munity organization, as practiced laincy: schedules workshops and research through local federations, national agen- to aid chaplains in counseling and with cies, other organizations, settings, and pri- religious services for Jewish inmates. Con- vate practitioners. Prolog (quarterly stituent, American Correctional Chap- newspaper); Proceedings (annual record lains Association. Chaplains Manual of papers and speeches), (WWW.AJCOP.ORG)

AMERICAN JEWISH SOCIETY FOR SERVICE, ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH FAMILY AND CHIL- INC. (1950). 15 E. 26 St.. Rm. 1029, NYC DREN'S AGENCIES (1972). 620 Cranbury 10010. (212)683-6178. Email: audl750@ Rd., Suite 102, E. Brunswick, NJ 08816- aol.com. Founder/Chmn. Henry Kohn; 5419. (800) 634-7346. FAX: (732)432- Pres. LawrenceG. Green; Exec. Dirs. Carl 7127. E-mail: [email protected]. Pres. Bert & Audrey Brenner. Conducts voluntary J. Goldberg; Bd. Chair. Lawrence Abram- work-service camps each summer to en- son. The national service organization for able high school juniors and seniors to Jewish family and children's agencies in perform humanitarian service. the U.S. and Canada. Reinforces member agencies in their efforts to sustain and en- ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH AGING SERVICES hance the quality of Jewish family and (formerly NORTH AMERICAN ASSOCIA- communal life. Operates the Elder Sup- TION OF JEWISH HOMES AND HOUSING port Network for the national Jewish FOR THE AGING) (1960). 316 Pennsylvania community. Tachlis (quarterly); Profes- Ave.. SE. Suite 402, Washington, DC sional Opportunities Bulletin; Executive 20003. (202) 543-7500. FAX: (202)543- Digest (monthly), (WWW.AJFCA.ORG) 4090. E-mail: [email protected]. Pres. Jodi L. Lyons; Chmn. Michael Ellentuck. Repre- AVODAII: THE JEWISH SERVICE CORPS (1996). sents nearly all the not-for-profit charita- 116 East 2Th Street, 10'" Floor, NYC ble homes and housing for the Jewish 10016. (212)545-7759. FAX: (212)686- aging: promotes excellence in perfor- 1353. E-mail: [email protected]. Exec. mance and quality of service through fos- Dir. Rabbi David Rosenn. Combines di- tering communication and education and rect antipoverty work in NYC and Wash- encouraging advocacy for the aging; con- ington D.C. with Jewish study and ducts annual conferences and institutes. community-building: corps members live Directory; The Scribe (quarterly news- together and work full-time for a year on letter). housing, welfare, and education, and other matters, (WWW.AVODAH.NET) ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH CENTER PROFES- SIONALS (1918). 15 E. 26 St., NYC 10010- BARON DE HIRSCH FUND (1891). 130 E. 59 1579. (212)532-4949. FAX: (212) St.. 12,h 11.. NYC 10022. (212)836-1358. 481-4174. E-mail: [email protected]. Pres. FAX: (212)453-6512. Pres. Jenny Mor- Susan Bender: Exec. Dir. Harvey Rosen- genthal; Mng. Dir. l.auren Katzowitz. zweig. Seeks to enhance the standards, Aids Jewish immigrants in the U.S. and techniques, practices, scope, and public Israel by giving grants to agencies active understanding of Jewish community cen- in resettlement, focusing on educational, ter professionals and kindred agency community development, and vocational work. Kesher. training. 676 / AMERICAN JEWISH YE R BOOK, 2008

B'NAI B'RITH (1843). 2020 K St.. NW. Wash- agencies provide a wide range of educa- ington. DC 20006. (202)857-6600. FAX: tional. vocational, and rehabilitation ser- (202)857-2700. Pres. Moishe Smith; Exec. vices to both the Jewish and non-Jewish V.-Pres. Daniel S. Mariaschin. Interna- communities. Executive quarterly newslet- tional Jewish organization, with affiliates ter. (WWW.IAJVS.ORG) in 58 countries. Offers programs designed INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL ON JEWISH SO- to ensure the preservation of Jewry and CIAL AND WELFARE SERVICES (1961). c/o Judaism: Jewish education, community American Jewish Joint Distribution Com- volunteer service, expansion of human mittee, 711 Third Ave., NYC 10017. (NY rights, assistance to Israel, housing for the liaison office with UN headquarters.) elderly, leadership training, rights of Jews (212)687-6200. FAX: (212)370-5467. E- in all countries to study their heritage. In- mail: [email protected]. Pres. Eugene J. ternational Jewish Monthly: B'nai B'rith Ribokoff; Exec. V. P. Steven Schwager. Today, (WWW.BNAIBRITH.ORG) Provides assistance to Jewish communities in Europe, Asia, Africa, and the , ANTI-DEFAMATION LEAGUE OF (see Mideast, including welfare programs for p. 622) Jews in need. Current concerns include: Rescuing Jews from areas of distress, fa- , HILLEL (see p. 652) cilitating community development in the , KLUTZNICK MUSEUM (see p. 627) former Soviet Union; helping to meet Is- rael's social service needs by developing , YOUTH ORGANIZATION (see p. 650) innovative programs that create new op- CITY OF HOPE NATIONAL MEDICAL CENTER portunities for the country's most vulner- AND BECKMAN RESEARCH INSTITUTE able populations; youth activities in (1913). 1500 E. Duarte Rd.. Duarte, CA Eastern Europe and nonsectariean devel- 91010. (626)359-8111. FAX: (626) 301- opment and disaster assistance. Annual 8115. E-mail: [email protected]. Exec. V. Report. JDC's Activities in the Former So- P. Krontiris; Medical and Scientific Af- viet Union: JDC: One People One Heart, fairs Theodore. City of Hope is one of Crisis in Argentina Monthly Update. the world's leading research and treatment centers for cancer and other life- JBI INTERNATIONAL (FOUNDED IN 1931 AS threatening diseases, including diabetes THE JEWISH BRAILLE INSTITUTE OF AMER- and HIV/AIDS. A pioneer in the fields of ICA, INC.) (1931). 110 E. 30 St., NYC bone marrow transplantation and genet- 10016. (212)889-2525. FAX: (212)689- ics, City of Hope is a Comprehensive 3692. E-mail: [email protected]. Cancer Center, the highest designation Pres. Dr. Ellen Isler; Exec. V.-Pres. Israel bestowed by the National Cancer Insti- A. Taub. Provides Jewish books for the vi- tute, and a founding member of the Na- sually impaired, blind and reading-dis- tional Comprehensive Cancer Network. abled on tape, in large print, and in City of Hope Cancer Research Center Re- Braille. International program serves port. clients in more than 50 countries; sponsors special programs in Israel and East- INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH ern Europe. Periodical and journals VOCATIONAL SERVICES (formerly JEWISH available to our subscribers include Mo- OCCUPATIONAL COUNCIL) (1939). 1845 ment. Tikkun, the Jerusalem Reporter and Walnut St., Suite 640, Philadelphia, PA Commentary, (WWW.JBILIBRARY.ORG) 19103. (215) 854-0233. FAX: (215)854- 0212. E-mail: [email protected]. Exec. JEWISH CHILDREN'S ADOPTION NETWORK Dir. Genie Cohen; Vivian Seigel, Presi- (1990). PO Box 147016, Denver, CO dent. Not-for-profit membership associa- 80214-7016. (303)573-8113. FAX: (303) tion of Jewish-sponsored social service 893-1447. E-mail: [email protected]. Pres. agencies in the U.S., Canada, and Israel. Stephen Krausz; Exec. Dir. Vicki Krausz. Provides member agencies with technical, An adoption exchange founded for informational, and communications sup- the primary purpose of locating adop- port; researches funding opportunities, tive families for Jewish infants and chil- develops collaborative program models, dren. Works with some 200 children a and represents Jewish vocational network year, throughout N. Amer., 85-90% of nationally and internationally. Sponsors whom have special needs. No fees charged annual conference for members. Member for services, which include birth-parent NATIONAL. JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 677

and adoptive-parent counseling. Quarterly Lapp; Dep. Dir. Rabbi Nathan M. Land- newsletter, (WWW.USERS.OWEST.NET/JCAN) man. Recruits, endorses, and serves Jew- ish military and Veterans Administration JEWISH COMMUNAL SERVICE ASSOCIATION chaplains on behalf of the American Jew- OFN. AMERICA (1899; formerly CONFER- ish community and the major rabbinic ENCE OF JEWISH COMMUNAL SERVICE). bodies; trains and assists Jewish lay lead- 520 F.ighth Ave., 4th Floor, NYC 10018. ers where there are no chaplains, for ser- (212)532-0167. FAX: (212)532-1461. E- mail: [email protected]. Pres.Glenn Eas- vice to Jewish military personnel, their ton; Exec. Dir. Brenda Gevertz. Serves families, and hospitalized veterans. as forum for all professional philosophies CHAPLINES newsletter. in community service, for testing new JEWISH FUND FOR JUSTICE (1984). 330 7lh experiences, proposing new ideas, and Avenue, Suite 1902, NYC 10001. (212) questioning or reaffirming old concepts; 213-2113. FAX: (212)213-2233. E-mail: umbrella organization for 7 major Jew- [email protected]. Bd. Chmn. John ish communal service groups. Concerned Levy; Exec. Dir. Marlene Provizer. The with advancement of professional per- Jewish Fund for Justice is the only na- sonnel practices and standards. Journal tional Jewish organization solely com- of Jewish Communal Service: Concur- mitted to fighting the injustice of poverty rents. in America. By assisting on a non-de- nominational basis grassroots organiza- JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTERS ASSOCIATION tions struggling for decent housing, OF NORTH AMERICA (formerly JWB) schools and jobs, and by helping Jews de- (1917). 520 Eighth Avenue.. NYC 10018. velop community-based, social justice (212)532-4949. FAX: (212)481-4174. E- partnerships, the Jewish Fund for Justice mail: [email protected]. Chair Edward II. brings to life the core Jewish values of Kaplan; Pres. Allan Finkelstein. The lead- tikkun olam (repair of the world) and ership network of, and central agency for, tzedakah (righteous giving). Giving op- the Jewish Community Center movement, portunities include general support, fam- comprising more than 275 JCCs. YM- ily, wedding, and youth endowment funds YWHAs, and camps in the U.S. and and planned giving. Annual report, Canada, which annually serve more than newsletter, (WWW.JEWISHJUSTICE.ORG) one million members and an additional million non-member users. JCC Associa- JEWISH FUNDF.RS NETWORK (1990). 15 E. 26 tion offers a wide range of services St., Suite 1038, NYC 10010. (212) 726- and resources to strengthen the capacity 0177. FAX: (212) 726-0195. E-mail: of its affiliates to provide educational, [email protected]. Pres. Mark Charendof; cultural, social, Jewish identity-building, Exec. V.-Pres. Ron Meier. International and recreational programs to enhance the agency providing leadership, programs lives of North American Jews of all ages and services to help Jewish grantmakers and backgrounds. Additionally, the be more effective and strategic in their movement fosters and strengthens con- philanthropy. JFN members collaborate nections between North American Jews and plan so that their money can be used and Israel as well as with world Jewry. to effectively change the world. Key ini- JCC Association is also the only U.S. gov- tiatives: International Conference, re- ernment-accredited agency for serving the gional programs, publications, strategic religious and social needs of Jewish mili- partnerships, web site, consultation, re- tary personnel, their families, and patients sources and referral. Quarterly Newsletter, in VA hospitals through JWB Chaplains Reports on Philanthropy. Council. JCC Circle; Cliaplines: oilier newsletters for JCC professional. JEWISH SOCIAL SERVICES PROFESSIONALS (WWW.JCCA.ORG) ASSOCIATION (JSSPA) (1965). c/o AJFCA, 620 Cranbury Rd., Suite 102, E. , JEWISH WELFARE BOARD JEWISH Brunswick, NJ 08816-0549. (800) 634- CHAPLAINS COUNCIL (formerly COMMIS- 7346. FAX: (732)432-7127. E-mail: SION ON JEWISH CHAPLAINCY) (1940). 15 [email protected]. Chmn. Jaclynn Faffer; E. 26 St., NYC 10010-1579. (212)532- Chair Norman Keane. Brings together ex- 4949. FAX: (212)481-4174. E-mail: ecutives, supervisors, managers, case- [email protected]. Chmn. Rabbi workers, and related professionals in David S. Goldstein; Dir. Rabbi David Jewish Family Service and related agen- 678 / AMERICAN JEWISH YEA R BOOK, 2007

cies. Seeks to enhance professional skills, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH CHAP- improve personnel standards, further LAINS (1988). 901 Route 10, Whippany, Jewish continuity and identity, and NJ 07981. (973)929-3168. FAX: (973) strengthen Jewish family life. Provides a 736-9193. E-mail: [email protected]. national and regional forum for profes- Pres. Rabbi Stephen Roberts; Natl. sional discussion and learning; functions Coord. Cccille Allman Asekoff. A pro- under the auspices of the Association of fessional organization for people func- Jewish Family and Children's Agencies. tioning as Jewish chaplains in hospitals, Newsletter. (w w w. A J FCA .ORG) nursing homes, geriatric, psychiatric, correctional. and military facilities. Provides JEWISH WOMEN INTERNATIONAL (1897). collegia! support, continuing education, 2000 M. Street. NW Suite 207, Washing- professional certification, and resources ton, DC 20036. (202)857-1300. FAX: for the Jewish community on issues of (202)857-1380. E-mail: [email protected]. Pres. Barbara Rabkin; Exec. Dir. Gail Rubin- pastoral and spiritual care. The Jewish son. Jewish Women International breaks Chaplain. the cycle of violence by developing emo- NATIONAL COUNCIL OF JEWISH WOMEN tionally healthy adults, empowering (1893). 53 W. 23 St.. NYC 10010. women and strengthening families. Jewish (212)645-4048. FAX: (212)645-7466. E- Women International accomplishes its mail: [email protected]. Pres. Nancy goals through direct service programs, ed- Ratzan; Exec. Dir. Stacy Kass. Works to ucation, advocacy and the promotion of improve the lives of women, children, and "best practice" models. Offers programs in the United States. Canada, and Israel. families in the United States and Israel; Jewish Woman Magazine (quarterly). strives to insure individual rights and (WWW.JEWISHWOMEN.ORG) freedoms for all. NCJW volunteers de- liver vital services in 500 U.S. communi- LEVI HOSPITAL (1914). 300 Prospect Ave., ties and carry out NCJW's advocacy Hot Springs, AR 71901. (501)624-1281. agenda through a powerful grassroots FAX: (501) 622-3500. E-mail: levihospi- network. NCJW Journal; Washington [email protected]. Pres. Philip M. Clay; Newsletter, (WWW.NCJW.ORG) Admin. Patrick G. McCabe. Offers out- patient rehab, including therapy sessions NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR JEWISH HOSPICE in large thermal heated pool. Other pro- (1985). PO Box 48025, Los Angeles, CA grams: adult/geriatric inpatient and out- 90048. (800)446-4448. 330 Broad Ave., patient psychiatric program, child/ Englewood, NJ 07631. (201)816-7324. adolescent psychiatric clinic, hospice care, FAX: (201)816-7321. Pres. Rabbi Mau- home health care, osteoporosis clinic, rice Lamm; Exec. Dir. Shirley Lamm. Levi Rehabilitation Unit, a cooperative Serves as a national Jewish hospice re- effort of Levi and St. Joseph's hospitals source center. Through conferences, re- (inpatient rehab). The Progress Chart; search. publications, referrals, and The Legacy. counseling services offers guidance, training, and information to patients, family MAZON: A JEWISH RESPONSE TO HUNGER members, clergy of all faiths, professional (1985). 1990 S. Bondy Drive, Suite 260, caregivers, and volunteers who work with Los Angeles, CA 90025. (310)442-0020. the Jewish terminally ill. Jewish Hospice FAX: (310)442-0030. E-mail: mazon- Times. [email protected]. Exec. Dir. Eric Schock- man. PhD. A grant-making and NATIONAL JEWISH CHILDREN'S LEUKEMIA fund-raising organization that raises FOUNDATION (1990). 7316 Avenue U, funds in the Jewish community and pro- Brooklyn NY 11234. (718)-251-1222. vides grants to nonprofit 501(c)(3) orga- FAX: (718)-251-1444. E-mail: info@ nizations which aim to prevent and leukemiafoundatin.org. Pres./Founder alleviate hunger in the United States and Zvi Shor. Dedicated to saving the lives of abroad. Grantees include food pantries, children. Programs: Bone Marrow Donor food banks, multi-service organizations, Search. Stem Cell Banking-freezing cells advocacy, education and research pro- from babies' umbilical cords for long- jects, and international relief and devel- term storage, in case of need for bone opment organizations. Annual Report. 2 marrow; Make-A-Dream-Come True- newsletters each year. granting wishes for terminally ill children; NATIONAL. JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS / 679

Referral Service; Patient Advocacy. AMERICAN CONFERENCE OF CANTORS, (VVWW.LEUKEMIAFOlINDATION.ORG) UNION FOR REFORM JUDAISM (Religious, Educational) NATIONAL JEWISH MEDICAL AND RESEARCH CENTER (formerly NATIONAL JEWISH AMERICAN JEWISH CORRECTIONAL CHAP- HOSPITAL/NATIONAL ASTHMA CENTER) LAINS ASSOCIATION, INC. (Social Welfare) (1899). 1400 Jackson St., Denver, CO 80206. (800)222-LUNG. E-mail: lung- AMERICAN JEWISH PRESS ASSOCIATION [email protected]. Pres./CEO Michael Salem, (Cultural) MD; Bd. Chmn. Steve Arent. The only AMERICAN JEWISH PUBLIC RELATIONS SO- medical and research center in the United CIETY (Community Relations) States devoted entirely to respiratory, allergic, and immune system diseases, in- ASSOCIATION OF HILLEL/JEWISH CAMPUS cluding asthma, tuberculosis, emphy- PROFESSIONALS (Religious, Educational) sema, severe allergies, AIDS, and cancer, ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH CENTER PROFES- and autoimmune diseases such as lupus. SIONALS (Social Welfare) Dedicated to enhancing prevention, treatment, and cures through research, and to ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH COMMUNITY OR- developing and providing innovative clin- GANIZATION PERSONNEL (Social Welfare) ical programs for treating patients re- ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH COMMUNITY RE- gardless of age. religion, race, or ability to LATIONS WORKERS (Community Rela- pay. New Directions', Medical Scientific tions) Updated WWW.NATIONAI.JEWISH.ORG) CANTORS ASSEMBLY (Religious, Educa- UNITED JEWISH COMMUNITIES (see p. 649) tional)

UNITED ORDER TRUE SISTERS, INC. (UOTS) CENTRAL CONFERENCE OF AMERICAN RAB- (1846) Linton International Plaza. 660 BIS (Religious, Educational) Linton Blvd.-Ste. 6. Delray Beach, FL .13444 (561 )-265-l 557. Pres. Marion COUNCIL OF JEWISH ORGANIZATIONS IN Polonsky; Fin. Sec. Betty Peyser; Treas. CIVIL SERVICE (Community Relations) Rose Goldberg. Charitable, community INTERNATIONAL JEWISH MEDIA ASSOCIA- service, especially home supplies, etc.. for TION (Cultural) indigent cancer victims; supports camps for children with cancer. Inside UotS. JEWISH CHAPLAINS COUNCIL, JWB (Social (WWW.UOTS.ORG) Welfare)

WORLD COUNCIL OF JEWISH COMMUNAL JEWISH COMMUNAL SERVICE ASSOCIATION SERVICE (1966; reorg. 1994). 711 Third OF N. AMERICA (Social Welfare) Ave., 10th fl„ NYC 10017. (212)687-6200. JEWISH EDUCATORS ASSEMBLY, UNITED FAX: (212)370-5467. Pres. I loward Char- ish; Assoc. Pres. Dr. Jack llabib: Exec. SYNAGOGUE OF CONSERVATIVE JUDAISM (Religious, Educational) V.-Pres. Theodore Comet. Seeks to build Jewish community worldwide by enhanc- JEWISH SOCIAL SERVICES PROFESSIONALS ing professional-to-professional connec- ASSOCIATION (Social Welfare) tions, improving professional practice through interchange of experience and JEWISH TEACHERS ASSOCIATION-MORIM sharing of expertise, fostering profes- (Religious, Educational) sional training programs, and stimulating NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF HEBREW DAY research. Conducts quadrennial confer- SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS, TORAH UME- ences in Jerusalem and periodic regional SORAH (Religious. Educational) meetings. Proceedings of international conferences; newsletters. NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF JEWISH CHAP- LAINS (Social Welfare) PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS* NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF TEMPLE AD- AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF RABBIS (Reli- MINISTRATORS, UNION FOR REFORM JU- gious, Educational) DAISM (Religious, Educational)

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NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF TEMPLE EDU- WOMEN'S BRANCH OF THE UNION OF OR- CATORS, UNION FOR REFORM JUDAISM THODOX JEWISH CONGREGATIONS OF (Religious, Educational) AMERICA (Religious, Educational)

NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF YESHIVA PRIN- WOMEN'S DIVISION OF POALE AGUDATH IS- CIPALS, TORAH UMESORAH (Religious, RAEL OF AMERICA (Israel-Related) Educational) WOMEN'S LEAGUE FOR CONSERVATIVE JU- NORTH AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF SYNA- DAISM (Religious, Educational) GOGUE EXECUTIVES, UNITED SYNAGOGUE WOMEN'S LEAGUE FOR ISRAEL, INC. (Israel- OF CONSERVATIVE JUDAISM (Religious, Educational) Related) WOMEN'S ORGANIZATION, YESHIVA UNI- RABBINICAL ALLIANCE OF AMERICA (Reli- gious, Educational) VERSITY (Religious. Educational) RABBINICAL ASSEMBLY (Religious, Educa- YOUTH AND STUDENT tional) ORGANIZATIONS*

RABBINICAL COUNCIL OF AMERICA (Reli- AGUDATH ISRAEL OF AMERICA (Religious, gious. Educational) Educational)

RECONSTRUCTIONIST RABBINICAL ASSOCIA- B'NAI B'RITH YOUTH ORGANIZATION (Reli- TION (Religious, Educational) gious, Educational)

UNION OF ORTHODOX RABBIS OF THE U.S. BNEI AKIVA OF NORTH AMERICA, RELIGIOUS AND CANADA (Religious, Educational) ZIONISTS OF AMERICA (Israel-Related)

WORLD CONFERENCE OF JEWISH COMMU- HABONIM—DROR NORTH AMERICA (Israel- NAL SERVICE (Community Relations) Related)

WOMEN'S ORGANIZATIONS* HASHOMER HATZAIR, SOCIALIST ZIONIST YOUTH MOVEMENT (Israel-Related) AMIT WOMEN (Israel-Related) HILLEL (Religious. Educational) BRANDEIS UNIVERSITY NATIONAL WOMEN'S COMMITTEE (Educational) KADIMA, UNITED SYNAGOGUE OF CONSER- VATIVE JUDAISM (Religious, Educational) EMUNAH WOMEN OF AMERICA (Israel-Re- lated) NATIONAL CONFERENCE OF SYNAGOGUE YOUTH, UNION OF ORTHODOX JEWISH HADASSAH, THE WOMEN'S ZIONIST ORGA- CONGREGATIONS OF AMERICA (Religious, NIZATION OF AMERICA (Israel-Related) Educational) JEWISH WOMEN INTERNATIONAL (Social NATIONAL JEWISH COMMITTEE ON SCOUT- Welfare) ING (Religious, Educational) JEWISH ORTHODOX FEMINIST ALLIANCE (Reliigous, Educational) NATIONAL JEWISH GIRL SCOUT COMMITTEE (Religious. Educational) NA'AMAT USA, THE WOMEN'S LABOR ZION- IST ORGANIZATION OF AMERICA (Israel- NORTH AMERICAN ALLIANCE FOR JEWISH Related) YOUTH (Religious, Educational)

NATIONAL COUNCIL OF JEWISH WOMEN (So- NORTH AMERICAN FEDERATION OF TEMPLE cial Welfare) YOUTH, UNION FOR REFORM JUDAISM (Religious, Educational) UOTS (Social Welfare) STUDENT STRUGGLE FOR SOVIET JEWRY— WOMEN OF REFORM JUDAISM—FEDERA- see CENTER FOR RUSSIAN JEWRY (Com- TION OF TEMPLE SISTERHOODS, UNION munity Relations) FOR REFORM JUDAISM (Religious, Educa- tional) YOUNG JUDAEA/HASHACHAR, HADASSAH (Israel-Related) WOMEN'S AMERICAN ORT, ORT AMERICA (Overseas Aid) YUGNTRUF-YOUTH FOR YIDDISH (Cultural)

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