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March/AprilThe calendar was full this year! The Young Leadership Division (YLD) has been busy engaging Jewish young adults through social programs, networking opportunities and leadership development. Take a look!
Open Space Party with a Purpose Moms 2B in the CLE
YLD Board Retreat LEADS: Leadership Education and Development Series Agency Mini Mission Success & Passion at the Q
Summer SoireeCleveland Birthright Mission Ben Gurion Society Summer Mission to Israel
Lunch with a Leader with Michael FeuerWhat’s in your Genes, Genetic Testing Meet your Mensch
YLD Happy HourChanukah at Bellefaire Launching a Billion Dollar Company
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Why do you give? The up-and-comers talk about why the Federation is important
Those who call Cleveland home
The social network is alive and well in Cleveland
Next gen in Israel
YLD Envisions the future
Giving back to the community - a year in pictures
Honored volunteers
Leaving a legacy
Grantmaking highlights
Grantmaking from all sources
Who we are
YLDay of Caring Board Service
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Stephen H. HoffmanPresident,
Jewish Federation of Cleveland
Michael Siegal Board Chair,
Jewish Federation of Cleveland
This Annual Report may look a little different to you. That’s because we turned to our Young Leadership Division to take a shot at preparing it, rather than our usual process of drafting it in-house. So we want to welcome you to a print version of social media in action and to take a look at Federation through the eyes of the next generation.
We went down this path long before we knew the results of our 2011 Greater Cleveland Jewish Population Study (visit www.jewishcleveland.org/popstudy/aspx for report). We learned, contrary to popular conventional thought, that the Cleveland Jewish community is a stable, vibrant place – according to the numbers. And the images and stories included in this Annual Report reflect the youthful optimism of a new generation and their joy at being part of the Cleveland Jewish scene and the Federation.
They’re still learning about the community, and teaching us older folks some things as well. We know the world is a small place – whether you’re Jewish in Cleveland or Jewish in the outskirts of the former Soviet Union, you are equally cared for by the Jewish community. But the use of social media among the younger set makes the world even smaller. From picture sharing in real time, instantaneous event organization, to posting updates about what one is doing at nearly any time of day or night, the connections are being made, values transmitted, community solidified. It just might be social media that keeps us connected and engaged.
Over time, the younger folks will learn more about the daunting challenges we face and perhaps put their own spin on solving the issues – helping Israel deal with Iran’s nuclear threat; confronting the economic insecurity reported by 19% of Jewish households in our study (representing 18,600 people); the need to support thousands of Holocaust survivors in St. Petersburg, Russia, and around the corner in the Heights; helping younger people connect to Jewish life through our day schools and synagogues; and more.
We were pleased that our 2011 Campaign, so ably led by Gary Gross, started moving us up after two very tough years, achieving $27,942,629. Equally, we are proud that our Federation provided additional support in Cleveland and around the world of nearly $100 million, making us one of the largest grantmaking entities in Ohio and a trusted partner of our donors.
We work very hard to earn that trust and are grateful for your support. Together, we make this a better world for our neighbors in Greater Cleveland, our local Jewish community, Jews around the world, and especially our brothers and sisters in Israel. We do this with wonderful local and international agency partners.
But we’re not satisfied. We can and should do more, and in the coming year we hope to do just that. And we’ll have very enthusiastic young leadership at our side as we strive for that goal.
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Jewish Federation of Cleveland > 2011 Annual Report > Why Do You Give?Jonathan and Margaret Frankel
Cleveland embodies our past, present and future. It was home to our great grandparents, it hosts the community that nurtures our professional identities today, and one day our children will call it home. We were brought together by Cleveland’s active Jewish community. While we were both natives of Cleveland’s east side, it was not until Margaret began volunteering with the Federation that our paths crossed. We give to the Federation as a thank you for what it has done for us, and as an investment in the city where we will someday raise our family.
Aaron Goodman
I give to Federation for many reasons. I am thankful for the amazing resources the Jewish community provides. Without the support of the Federation, many of these resources would not exist. The Federation is also an integral part of supporting those in need, both worldwide and locally. It is vital that Cleveland maintains a strong Jewish identity and the Federation is focused on this goal. As a Jew, I am obligated to give tzedakah — so why not give to causes I strongly believe in?
We are not only the future, we are the NOW! The young Jewish leaders of Cleveland exhibit an incredible passion to make a difference in our community. By planning a diverse variety of events throughout the year, our goal is to engage and connect young Jewish Cleveland. The next generation of leadership strongly believes in the mission of the Federation and all the services our dollars provide throughout Northeast Ohio and the rest of the world.
As we build the next generation of Cleveland leaders, the Young Leadership Division (YLD) board consists of 30 driven, passionate and committed movers and shakers. Each board member is charged with co-chairing an event/initiative, working tirelessly to engage our constituents. As the spokesmen and women for YLD, we are excited to tell our story, sharing the many ways Federation changes so many lives each and every day. This dynamic group of young leaders are the future of our community and the future of Jewish Cleveland has never looked brighter!
Our commitment is unwavering. Our energy is endless. We WILL make a difference.
Michelle Hirsch 2011 YLD Board Chair
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Jewish Federation of Cleveland > 2011 Annual Report > Why Do You Give?
I give to the Federation because I care about our Cleveland Jewish community, I care about Israel, and I care about the local Young Leadership Division. I love attending YLD activities as they provide me with the opportunity to connect with other young and successful Jewish people. I feel really fortunate to live and work in such a vibrant Jewish community, and the Federation helps make it all possible.
We give to the Federation because we believe in the organizations the Federation supports and the work it does. It is important to support all of the organizations and agencies in our community, not just the ones we feel more directly affiliated with. As parents, we
understand that the work of the Federation makes Cleveland a better place to raise our children. By giving to the Federation, we are helping to strengthen the overall Jewish community and Cleveland at-large.
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Lottie Gray: My involvement in this Jewish community has come full circle – I grew up going to the many JCC programs and today, I sit on their board ensuring the success of their future. Plus, I’ve had family members receive supportive services from JFSA & Montefiore – amazing Federation-funded agencies! 1 minutes ago from Fedbook · Reply
Jeremy Sosin: When my wife and I first moved back to Cleveland in 2003, she informed me that giving to Federation is just “what you do.” Having now witnessed many of the programs and services provided or supported by Federation and its related foundations, which serve not only the diverse Jewish community in Cleveland and Jewish communities abroad, but also serve, regardless of affiliation, the greater Cleveland area, I now appreciate why there is such a powerful culture of giving. It’s now “what I do,” too.4 minutes ago from Fedbook · Reply
Aaron Ziff: I give in recognition of the good fortune that my family enjoys, to set a good example for my two young daughters and to reinforce the positive attributes of my character.
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Elana Cohen: The Federation is there to help Jews locally and globally. My contribution is one way to further Tikkun Olam – making the world a better place.
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Beth Levy: Throughout my life I have used Federation-funded programs. I went to Camp Wise, JCC preschool, Anisfield, I had a grandparent at Montefiore. The Federation was a big part of my life growing up and now.
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We love Cleveland because our family and friends are here! Our roots have always been here and we feel that it’s a wonderful place to raise a family. We have great school systems, synagogues, restaurants, sports teams and attractions. Cleveland’s Jewish community is a tight-knit group of people brought together by teaching Jewish values and helping the city succeed.
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The Jewish community has been a great avenue for us to meet new people with whom we start off with common ground. Since having children, it has provided wonderful social outlets for them, too — like tot shabbat and preschool. At a time in our lives when we don’t feel like we have much time to devote to charitable endeavors, it is nice to give to the Federation and know that it is dedicated to making our community better! We love being near our families, even more now that we have children. Most of all, we love being a part of a community full of people that take care of one another.
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I moved to Cleveland a year and half ago. I work at B’nai Jeshurun as the Membership/ Programming Director and am so thankful to have found a home there. I have loved exploring everything the city has to offer. I’ve enjoyed getting involved in the Cleveland Federation through participating in YLD events and volunteering at Super Sunday. I can’t wait to meet more people on the Cleveland TribeFest delegation in Las Vegas.
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I have stayed in Cleveland my whole life and have never considered moving away from my family or the Cleveland sports teams that I love. I have become actively involved in the Jewish community and am really enjoying its welcoming nature and the abundant energy shared by the younger members. I look forward to being a part of the future of our great community and city.
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I was recruited by University Hospitals for a development position. I was attracted to UH because of the deep investment made by Northeast Ohioans in the hospital system. Since coming here, I’ve been impressed by the leadership role the Jewish community has taken in causes vital to the long-term success of the region.
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Agnon parents; Meredith - Mandel Symposium participant; Jason - participant, BGS Summer Mission and a Success and Passion panelist
Cleveland has been an exceptionally inviting community – we were blown awayat how quickly we were able to call it “home.” Cleveland is a wonderful place toraise children – from the friends we havemade, to the playgrounds we frequent,and all of the art and culture activities that enrich our lives. And, we are now in the midst of unprecedented growthdowntown with projects like the casino,Medical Mart and the East Bank of the Flats.We are proud to call Cleveland home.
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The Jewish community has been extremely welcoming since I moved to Cleveland from Boston in July 2010. Working as a reporter at the Cleveland Jewish News gives me a great opportunity to embed myself in the vibrant Jewish culture and lifestyle that permeates the city. I’ve also had a blast exploring Tremont, Ohio City, Larchmere, Gordon Square and other areas with the friends I’ve made since moving here.
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I moved from Chicago to Cleveland in August 2010 to take a job at Blue Point Capital Partners. Though I was born and raised in Colorado, my grandfather and father both grew up in East Cleveland. As such, I have always felt a strong connection to the Cleveland Jewish community through my family ties even prior to moving here. I have appreciated my involvement in Federation programs as they have better acquainted me with the strong base of young Jewish professionals in Cleveland and made me feel more a part of the local Jewish community.
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Jewish Federation of Cleveland > 2011 Annual Report > Cleveland’s Social Scene
Lindsey Cohen: Jewish Cleveland is so welcoming, friendly and genuine – it helped ease my transition back after living away for a number of years. 2 minutes ago from Fedbook · Reply
Leora Hoenig: The best thing about the Cleveland Jewish community is how tight-knit and family-like it is. The collaboration between agencies, and the desire to work towards common goals is remarkable and inspiring! These are the main reasons I moved back to Cleveland as a Jewish communal professional!5 minutes ago from Fedbook · Reply
Steven Goodman: I love Cleveland because it’s home. I go boating in the summer, play the plethora of great golf courses, and I have built my business here. I love the people and the potential this city has! 12 minutes ago from Fedbook · Reply
Becca Kopp: I love everything about Cleveland – the metroparks, the lake, the orchestra, the foodie restaurants and food trucks, the ethnic neighborhoods, Playhouse Square, the creative and entrepreneurial spirit of the people living here! In Cleveland, you have access that you wouldn’t have in a larger city and opportunities to make a true impact. 19 minutes ago from Fedbook · Reply
Rachel Stein: YLD knows how to have a good time – the social events are always so much fun. The friends I have made through my experiences with YLD will last a lifetime.24 minutes ago from Fedbook · Reply
Kerry Kertesz: Jewish Cleveland has so many great things to get involved in – from hanging out at a restaurant watching the Browns game and meeting new people to major Federation events. 45 minutes ago from Fedbook · Reply
Adam Yasinow: The Federation introduced me to my best friends, my girlfriend, and led me to the doorstep of my current job. Being a young professional in Cleveland is nothing short of a riot – I live in a castle of an apartment in Coventry with my twin brother and we could not be happier. Our social life is hoppin’ and the opportunities seem endless.45 minutes ago from Fedbook · Reply
Andrea Weiser: One of my favorite events is the annual Summer Soiree where JCLE and YLD co-sponsor an event that gathers 300+ people. It’s fun to be young and Jewish in Cleveland because there are great social and networking opportunities.45 minutes ago from Fedbook · Reply
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Jewish Federation of Cleveland > 2011 Annual Report > Cleveland’s Social Scene
There is always something fun going on in Jewish Cleveland. Whether you are 22 or 42, our diverse calendar always provides exciting opportunities to socialize and network. With programs focused on all different types of happenings around town, there is something for everyone. Our events are directly connected to attendees making new friends, business connections, even marriages. Cleveland’s Jewish social scene has never been better!
Katie FialaYLD Board Member
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Next gen in IsraelJewish Federation of Cleveland > 2011 Annual Report > Ben Gurion Society and Birthright Israel
This summer, The Jewish Federation sent 69 young adults from Cleveland to Israel for the time of their lives! Participants on the 2nd annual Cleveland Taglit-Birthright trip experienced Israel through hiking in the north, spending Shabbat in the Old City, celebrating the exciting night life of Tel Aviv, and volunteering in our sister city, Beit Shean. That same week, participants on the Young Leadership Division Ben Gurion Society Mission were gaining a deep understanding of some of the social, political and security issues facing Israeli society today. This group of young leaders spent the week with VIP access, experiencing an in-depth look at Cleveland- funded programs, as well as intimate discussions with Israel’s top leaders. This was an incredible experience for all participants. Both trips helped to strengthen the Jewish identity of Cleveland’s young Jewish community, connecting each participant to our home in Israel.
Swimming in the Beit Shean Springs.
At the Lone Soldier Center in Jerusalem, Adam Wieder (left) catches up with Adam Engelhart, a Fuchs Mizrachi graduate who recently made aliyah.
YLD mission participants pose for a photo at the campaign-funded Havat HaShomer base (which turned 30 this year) after an engaging discussion with two male soldiers and their female commander.
Adam Wieder2012 YLD Board Chair
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Next gen in Israel O-H-I-O! Birthright participants show their Cleveland pride in Jerusalem.
Jewish Federation of Cleveland > 2011 Annual Report > Ben Gurion Society and Birthright Israel
Birthright participants Madeline Bleiweiss and Tobias Schnall paint a rehab center in Beit Shean.
A Birthright participant signs her name in support of Gilad Shalit, who just months later was returned to his family.
YLD mission participants enjoy a hike and a swim at the beautiful Ein Gedi waterfalls followed by a visit to the Dead Sea.
“Traveling to Israel with fellow young leaders was a wonderful experience that changed my perspective and relationship to Israel. I am incredibly grateful to the Jewish Federation for providing me the opportunity to experience such a unique and powerful week!”
Cleveland natives Ilana and Chuck Ratner, invite the YLD mission participants to their home in Jerusalem for an intimate dinner and conversation.
Birthright participants smile together while overlooking Jerusalem on a beautiful summer day.
Brandon Duber, middle right, with other first-time Israel travelers Rebecca Kopp, Jason Hillman and Evan Hirsch.
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Jewish Federation of Cleveland > 2011 Annual Report > Business Topics
Leadership
Over 300 Clevelanders of all ages joined together at Shaker LaunchHouse to attend Launching a Billion Dollar Company for an exciting look at the entrepreneurial sector of Cleveland. Speakers Bob Hurwitz and Chuck Ratner discussed the challenges in starting a business and how the Jewish community of Cleveland played an integral role in their companies.
80 members of the Young Leadership Division gathered downtown for Success and Passion at the Q, an intimate conversation with Cleveland’s sports insiders. Participants heard from top Jewish professionals in the sports industry who discussed their personal stories, career paths and the Jewish community’s role in their professional and personal success in Cleveland.
The Lunch with a Leader program offers members of the Ben Gurion Society the opportunity to gain access to and hear from successful Jewish business leaders. This year, participants heard from Zev Weiss of American Greetings and Michael Feuer of MaxWellness.
Over 100 Clevelanders ages 22-45 came together to explore, vision and shape the agenda for Jewish young adults in Cleveland in an Open Space dialogue.
Todd Goldstein and Sam Krichevksy, YLD board members and managing partners at Shaker LaunchHouse, share their thoughts on innovation and entrepreneurship in Cleveland.
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LaunchHouse is a lean seed capital investment fund and business accelerator in Shaker Heights that fosters entrepreneurship through collaborative workspace, mentorship, education and innovation. Visit www.launchhouse.com for more information.
Todd: The Jewish community is instrumental in our business and moving it forward. Our business line is very much in line with strengthening not only Cleveland’s economy but strengthening Jewish Cleveland as well – it takes a village to raise an entrepreneur and build a business.
Sam: We feel a sense of responsibility, that is the reason this all got started. We feel a sense of responsibility to help bring people back to Cleveland through jobs - to help develop a place where people can come back, start a business and stay.
Todd: For us as entrepreneurs and business owners, the connections with the Jewish community, the mentors, entrepreneurs and investors, and the Jewish Federation and Jewish community-at-large, has been integral in the growth of our business. The Jewish community in Cleveland is ahead of the game by helping to support innovation. That is something to feel proud of.
Sam: As a modern orthodox Jew, I have been able to build a professional and personal life that complement one another – the cost of living, the accessibility of Jewish education and Jewish life – there are a million reasons to stay invested in Cleveland.
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Bringing Israel to ClevelandIsraeli post-army shlicha (emissary), Eden Lapidor, leads students through the Federation’s Roe Green Gallery inaugural exhibition featuring the Jerusalem and Beit Shean landscapes of Israeli painter Michael Kovner. Eden is creating bonds between Cleveland and Israel through a joint program of the Federation’s Overseas Connections Committee (OCC) and the JECC.
PresenTenseThe Cleveland/PresenTense Community Entrepreneur Partnership (CEP) taps the talents and passions of our community’s seasoned professionals by pairing them with young, local entrepreneurs working to create a better future.
YLDay of Caring100 Young Leadership families, couples and singles, volunteered for the inaugural YLDay of Caring, a community-wide service day. YLDers volunteered at nine Federation partner agencies through hands-on projects like gardening at Bellefaire and playing games with Montefiore residents.
Giving back to the community isn’t just a nice thing to do; it is what we have been charged to do. From the times of Abraham, our national mission has been to grow into a model nation which can set an example to the world. The Federation seeks to do just that — to make our community and our nation stronger with the ultimate goal of bettering the world. On a more personal level, YLD reminds me that there are other parts to the Jewish community and other needs that I might not be aware of. More than that, it provides me with the opportunity to connect with other committed and passionate Jews in the Cleveland area so we can grow stronger as a community.
Jewish Federation of Cleveland > 2011 Annual Report
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Rabbi Avery JoelYLD Board Member
Winter Break Lunch ProgramJewish Volunteer Network (JVN) Super Volunteer, Marci Moses (center), organized the first-of-its-kind program in partnership with the Children’s Hunger Alliance. Volunteers served free, hot lunches to at-risk Cleveland School students during their two-week break. Usama Young of the Cleveland Browns made a surprise appearance, giving all the children new winter coats, hats and gloves!
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Jewish Federation of Cleveland > 2011 Annual Report > Giving Back to the Community
Cedar Road Group HomeYLD’ers volunteered at the new Jewish community-funded group home on Cedar Road. Michelle Hirsch and Eric Sandman sit on the porch chairs they built together for YLDay of Caring.
Leadership DevelopmentNational Young Leadership Cabinet is the premier leadership and philanthropic program of the Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA). Cleveland Cabinet members participate in elite leadership development opportunities, serve in national leadership roles and engage in activities to help our local community.
Food Stamp ChallengeRenny Wolfson (second from right), chair of the Federation’s Community Relations Commitee (CRC), invited Greater Clevelanders to take the SNAP/Food Stamp Challenge. Living on about $4.50 a day, participants gained a personal understanding of what life is like for millions of low-income Americans who are forced to make difficult food shopping choices, most often choosing cheap over nutritious.
Chanukah in a BasketThe 2nd annual Chanukah in a Basket event, sponsored by Federation’s Women’s Philanthropy Initiative and organized by JVN, engaged over 90 volunteers who donated and wrapped gifts and delivered Chanukah gift baskets to residents of Jewish Family Service Association’s 52 adult community living sites.
Washington MissionOur annual missions to Washington, D.C., connect our lay leaders with members of Congress and the Administration to advocate for important domestic and international issues, such as securing funding for health and long-term care for our seniors and steadfast support for Israel.
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Jewish Federation of Cleveland > 2011 Annual Report > Giving Back to the Community
Cemetery Clean-UpsJVN brought together over 200 volunteers of all ages and affiliations to weed, rake, and clear debris during two community-wide cemetery clean-up efforts.
St. Petersburg PartnershipWith nearly 15 years of support and guidance from the Jewish Federation of Cleveland, the Jewish community of St. Petersburg is emerging and creating its own structure to engage and teach a new generation of young people to become community activists by creating projects that address a need within the Jewish community. Neil Waxman (far left), Cleveland’s St. Petersburg Partnership chair, visits with two young adults.
Israel Advocacy Through Write on for Israel - The Next Generation, adults learn about Israel and the Middle East and hone their skills in research and advocacy. This program is sponsored by Siegal College and the Federation’s CRC.
Cultural AmbassadorsIsraeli high school graduates Yam Frisch (pictured, far left) and Noa Rahamin, deferred their army service to volunteer in Cleveland’s Jewish community in order to create a personal connection between our community and the people of Israel. This new initiative, called Shin Shin, is a partnership of Federation’s OCC and the JECC.
And the totals are: $27,942,629 raised from 11,818 donors including 1,446 new donors! As Gary Gross, the 2011 annual Campaign Chair mentioned at the Campaign Closing, perhaps the most significant and amazing number is that the Campaign averaged a 5 percent increase per donor! Thank you all for what you do for this community and the world! Jewish Cleveland is truly special! from Jewish Federation of Cleveland
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The life-changing work of the Federation and the Jewish community couldn’t be accomplished without the help and support of thousands of steadfast and dedicated volunteers. We would like to highlight the following exceptional leaders who were honored this past year for volunteering their time and skills to help improve the world.
Irene Zehman Volunteer Award“Mikvah Ladies” - Karen Wine, Mina Saidel, Lee Apple, Sandy Berkowitz Established in 1980 by Irene Zehman’s daughters, the award recognizes a woman, group of women, or a women’s organization
whose efforts on behalf of the Cleveland Jewish community demonstrate the highest ideals and practices of volunteer service.
Gries Family Award for Community LeadershipEnid RosenbergCreated by community leaders Robert D. and Sally Gries in 1995, the award recognizes exemplary individuals who, through top leadership positions, make a lasting impact on organizations within the Jewish and general communities.
Bennett and Donna YanowitzLeadership AwardSara HurandEstablished by the Yanowitz family in 1996, the award recognizes the effort, energy and achievement of an individual 40 years old or younger who has clearly demonstrated commitment, involvement and leadership within the Cleveland Jewish community.
Amb. Milton A. and Roslyn Z. Wolf Young Campaigner of the Year AwardMichelle HirschCreated by the Wolf family in 2004, the award honors a volunteer 40 years old or younger who has demonstrated exceptional leadership in the annual Campaign for Jewish Needs.
Ruby Bass AwardNancy K. LevinCreated in 2007, the Ruby Bass Award recognizes Ruby’s lifelong passion for and commitment to the Federation and the Women’s Division.
Jewish Federation of Cleveland > 2011 Annual Report > 2011 Honored Volunteers
Charles Eisenman AwardMilton and Tamar MaltzThe Federation’s highest civic honor, the Charles Eisenman Award, created in 1924 in memory of the Federation’s first board chair, honors those who build Cleveland’s reputation as an exceptionally caring community.
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FOREVER Fund Bequests to the Federation reach beyond an individual’s lifetime to enrich the community while providing an opportunity to honor or memorialize a loved one. Gifts received through bequests are used as the donor suggests, most often to build the permanent unrestricted endowment of the Federation.
We gratefully acknowledge the following good friends, of blessed memory, whose foresight resulted in gifts to the Federation during the 2011 fiscal year:
Chances are, you learned at home by watching the actions of your parents or grandparents. But did you ever truly understand their motivation?
When you feel it’s time to share your knowledge and inspiration through words rather than actions alone, it’s time to call the Jewish Federation of Cleveland. Our professionals excel at what we like to call generation integration — a philanthropic journey involving multiple generations in the creation of a family’s philanthropic roadmap. Look to us as a valuable resource to help your family explore its philanthropic interests in the context of Jewish values in an understanding and open space.
By bringing the voices of all ages together, we’ll make a difference today and create a philanthropic vision that’s ageless. Call Ann Garson at 216.593.2814 today to get the conversation started.
Norman and Lenore Berke
Robert and Louise Feiner
Maxeen Stone Flower
Ann Nickman Jacobson
Mina Kulber
Kurt and Ingrid Loebel
Clara S. Poulsen
Manny Spero
Morris Stone
Jules and Ruth Vinney
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Jewish Federation of Cleveland > 2011 Annual Report > Leaving A Legacy
Who taught you about giving?
Did you know that you can create an endowment and perpetuate your gift to the annual Campaign for Jewish Needs by establishing a FOREVER Fund in your name at the Federation? If you establish a fund at 20 times your annual Campaign gift (or gift of any size), the annual spendable portion of the fund is used to make a grant to the Campaign in your name every year after you are gone.
For example, you can perpetuate an annual gift of $1,000 with a $20,000 endowment. Women can perpetuate a Lion of Judah gift by creating a Lion of Judah Endowment (LOJE) with a minimum gift of $100,000. For more information, call Elizabeth Klein at 216.593.2835.
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2010-2011 Grantmaking HighlightsJewish Education Center of ClevelandA three-year grant to the organization’s Jewish Identity and Israel Scholarship Program will enable young Clevelanders to experience Israel on post-high school, college, yeshiva, seminary, Masa and Birthright programs.
United Against A Nuclear IranFunding was used for advocacy efforts and legislative initiatives aimed at ending economic and financial support of the Iranian regime with the ultimate goal of compelling Iran to abandon its nuclear ambitions. United Against a Nuclear Iran is the sole bi-partisan organization dedicated exclusively to addressing the Iran nuclear threat.
Jewish Family Service AssociationFunding to the organization’s College Financial Aid Program provided grants and loans to 200 Jewish students who lacked resources to pay college tuition.
Bikur Cholim of ClevelandFunding supported major capital renovations to increase capacity at one of the organization’s two homes that offer hospitality to relatives of patients receiving treatment in Cleveland hospitals, as well as expanded the scope of services. Each year, Bikur Cholim provides hundreds of Jewish patients and their families free medical transportation and meals.
Global ClevelandFunding enabled Global Cleveland to transition from a community effort to a formal organization. Global Cleveland’s goal is to help attract newcomers who will support the growth of burgeoning industries, establish roots in our vibrant neighborhoods, and help foster and promote a universally inclusionary and welcoming community.
For over a century, the Federation has been entrusted with the planning and welfare of Cleveland’s Jewish community through the annual Campaign. In addition, we also help facilitate and guide the philanthropic interests of thousands of individuals through donor advised funds, supporting foundations and endowments. In 2011, the Federation granted nearly $100 million from these sources to organizations in the Jewish and general communities worldwide! Highlighted here are just some of the far-reaching activities that our community has made possible.
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2010-2011 Grantmaking HighlightsMax Stern Academic College of Emek YezreelGrant funds support scholarships for Ethiopian Israelis enrolled in the college’s nursing program. This initiative will simultaneously advance Ethiopian-Israelis in a skilled profession and help address a nursing shortage in Israel.
Cleveland Hearing & Speech CenterFunding to purchase Apple iPads and related apps for speech, language and literacy services to be used in individual and group speech-language therapy sessions.
2011 Greater Cleveland Jewish Population StudyThe study, the fourth since 1980, detailed a stable community numbering 80,800 (compared to 81,500 in 1996), but also one with challenges and opportunities. The data from the 2011 Greater Cleveland Jewish Population Study will be used to help the Federation, its agencies and local synagogues chart future courses of services, outreach efforts and organizational goals. View the highlights document at www.jewishcleveland.org/popstudy/aspx.
The Israel Action Network (IAN)Funding was used to establish and support this joint initiative of the Jewish Federations of North America and the Jewish Council for Public Affairs. The IAN was formed to strategically support the Jewish community in both countering and taking pre-emptive measures in response to the growing efforts to delegitimize Israel.
New Federation Partnership Uses Grants to Create Systemic Change in Women’s Healthcare
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The Collaborative for Healthy Women, a partnership between the Federation’s Campaign-funded ISHA (Israel Health Advancement for Women) program and Healing Across the Divides, is an organization committed to improving healthcare among underserved and marginalized women in Israel. Last year, the Collaborative awarded three-year renewable grants to a diverse range of grassroots women’s healthcare groups. Following are a few highlights:
Hiyot (Amharic for “Life”) Funding to address the health and social difficulties of Ethiopian-Israeli teenage girls, with a focus on societal differences, rape prevention, personal hygiene and sexual behavior.
Mifras B’Galil with El-Manal/Head to Toe Funding to support a project geared for young, single and physically-disabled women about taking responsibility for their bodies and their personal relationships.
Hadassah Optimal Funding for nurse-led programs at community-based clinics for women and children to help teach practical skills that enhance and sustain healthy lifestyles.
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We thank our corporate sponsors for their partnership and support.
The Jewish Federation of Cleveland’s endowment funds, donor advised philanthropic funds and supporting foundations, combined with annual Campaign for Jewish Needs and Centennial Initiative for Jewish Cleveland fundraising, make the Federation Ohio’s largest grantmaking organization – with almost $127 million allocated from all sources in the 2011 fiscal year.
Total Grantmaking
From All Sources
Federation and local beneficiary agencies and services24.4% $30,930,948 Overseas Jewish agencies and services9.3% $11,785,687 Other agencies and services for Jewish purposes44.8% $56,876,922 Northeast Ohio and educational organizations 15.6% $19,844,093 Charitable organizations outside Northeast Ohio4.0% $5,018,366 National Jewish agencies1.9% $2,474,213
Supporting foundations*56.8%
Annual Campaign allocations21.3%
Donor advised philanthropic funds*15.8%
Endowment funds*3.6%
Centennial Initiative for Jewish Cleveland2.5%
*Does not include grants to the Campaign for Jewish Needs
TOTAL GRANTMAKING BY CATEGORY SOURCE OF GRANTS
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Total Grantmaking
* The Fund for the Jewish Future is a partnership of communal agencies, synagogues and schools that develops and implements programs to dramatically enhance our community’s Jewish educational system. The Fund is administered by the Jewish Education Center of Cleveland and received an allocation from the 2011 Campaign for Jewish Needs to support teacher training, enhanced technology, and educational opportunities for students, including those who have special needs. The Fund also provides local synagogues with more than $1 million in educational programs and services.
from the Jewish Federation of Cleveland
1. Includes part of United Way Services grant of $2,051,249.2. Includes Centennial Initiative grants.3. Includes grants to organizations that are also funded by the National
Alliance of Jewish Federations of North America.4. Represents amount approved from the Federation Endowment Fund in
prior year for the Fund for the Jewish Future.5. From the annual Campaign after deducting fundraising cost of under
10 percent, one of the lowest overhead costs of any charitable organization in Ohio.
CAMPAIGN ALLOCATION
From the 2011 Campaign for Jewish Needs for fiscal year
7/1/11 - 6/30/12
OTHER FEDERATION SUPPORT
From donor advised philanthropic and special purpose funds, supporting
foundations, the Endowment Fund and Centennial Initiative for fiscal year
7/1/10 - 6/30/11TOTAL
855,778 116,490
1,295,063 60,000
645,213 1,057,581 3,313,015 1,014,879 2,728,976
104,029 237,607
2,897,387 2,157,679 6,616,595 5,082,589
681,716 1,388,248
678,103
30,930,948
9,150,930
2,634,757
11,785,687
92,230 59,100
972,798 118,550 78,000 6,323
20,700 2,100
939,438
184,974
2,474,213
56,876,922
56,876,922
19,844,093
19,844,093
5,018,366
5,018,366
126,930,229
461,228 116,490
1,093,802 60,000
608,222 450,844
2,788,015 370,437
1,192,322 83,711
- 1,381,115 1,104,498 2,491,323 1,881,927
401,986 325,319 500,583
15,311,822
8,217,823
2,634,757
10,852,580
57,000 54,500 40,000 15,000 40,000 6,000
20,600 2,100
474,700
184,974
894,874
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-
-
-
-
-
27,059,276
394,550
- 201,261
- 36,991
606,737 525,000 644,442
1,536,654 20,318
237,607 1,516,272 1,053,181 4,125,272 3,200,662
279,730 1,062,929
177,520
15,619,126
933,107
-
933,107
35,230 4,600
932,798 103,550 38,000
323 100
- 464,738
-
1,579,339
56,876,922
56,876,922
19,844,093
19,844,093
5,018,366
5,018,366
99,870,953
Local agencies and services Agnon SchoolAkiva High SchoolBellefaire Jewish Children’s BureauCentrally Administered Funds (audit, insurance, retirement)Cleveland Hillel FoundationFuchs Mizrachi SchoolFund for the Jewish Future (supports family and informal education, teacher training and Israel programs)* Gross Schechter Day SchoolHebrew Academy of ClevelandHebrew Shelter Home (Independent Montefiore Shelter Home)Holocaust Survivor InitiativeJewish Federation of Cleveland (programs and services)Jewish Education Center of ClevelandJewish Family Service AssociationMandel Jewish Community Center of ClevelandMenorah Park Center for Senior LivingMontefiore Siegal College of Judaic Studies
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Overseas agencies and services Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) provides life-saving and life-enhancing humanitarian assistance to those in need and translates Jewish values into social action on behalf of millions of Jews worldwide. Works in close partnership with the Jewish Agency for Israel (JAFI) and the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC). Also supports Cleveland’s Partnership 2000 program in Beit Shean and the Valley of Springs, the Ronald S. Lauder JDC camp in Szarvas, Hungary, and summer camps for children in the former Soviet Union.
Jewish Federation of Cleveland Overseas Programs, under the direction of the Overseas Connections Committee, links Jews in Cleveland directly with Jews around the world. Programs include: Parents and Children Together (PACT) for Ethiopian-Israelis; Israel Health Advancement for Women (ISHA), advancing women’s health in Israel; IDF Education Corps Projects and the Havat HaShomer army base for at-risk young men and women; Partnership 2000, connecting Jews in Cleveland and Beit Shean, Israel; Bridge to the Future, a community change organization in Beit Shean, Israel; Jordan/Cross-Border Initiative, connecting Jordanians and Israelis; and the Cleveland/St. Petersburg Partnership for community-building programs in St. Petersburg, Russia and Jewish identity programs in six towns in its periphery. Subtotal
National agenciesAmerican Jewish CommitteeAnti-Defamation LeagueB’nai B’rith/BBYO Hadassah Hillel at Kent State UniversityJewish Council for Public AffairsJewish Labor CommitteeJewish War VeteransNational Alliance: Association of Jewish Family Services, Hillel Foundation for Jewish Campus Life, Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society (HIAS), JCC Association, Jewish Council for Public Affairs, Jewish Education Service of North America, Jewish Telegraphic Agency, National Conference on Soviet Jewry, and National Foundation for Jewish CultureOhio Valley Hillel Consortium
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Other grants for Jewish purposes Includes local synagogues, local and national Jewish organizations meeting educational and humanitarian needs, and international organizations that serve Jewish communities in need.
Subtotal
Northeastern Ohio charitable and educational organizations serving the general community.
Subtotal
Charitable organizations outside Northeastern Ohio serving the general community.
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Federation Staff 2011 Board of Trustees
Thomas W. AdlerTrish Adler
Vlad Agranovich Eric E. Bell
Susan R. BorisonRabbi Naphtali Burnstein
Marc S. ByrnesMarilyn Baruch Cagin
Jeffrey S. DavisGrant DinnerMarian Drost
Judy EigenfeldTheodore Einhorn
Barry FeldmanRonald A. Fisher
Samuel M. FrankelPeggy GarsonVictor Gelb*
Alan D. GottliebRoe Green
Michael J. HaasWilliam H. Heller
Kathy Wertheim HexterMichael J. HorvitzRichard Horvitz
Susan R. HurwitzFrancine G. Immerman
Ronnen IsakovAmir Jaffa
William R. JosephIra Kaplan
Robert Mendy Klein
Stuart F. KlineS. Lee Kohrman*Jennifer L. Korach
Charlotte R. Kramer*Marc C. KrantzKaren KrauseMarvin KrislovAdam Levin
Nancy K. LevinEliana LeVine
William H. LiebermanIrwin M. Lowenstein
Larry A. MackMilton Maltz*Tamar Maltz*
Barbara A. Mandel*Jack N. Mandel
Joseph C. Mandel*Martin H. Marcus
Rabbi Sharon Y. MarcusPeter Meisel
Jared S. MillerSamuel H. Miller*David J. MillstoneStephen A. Monto
Elmer I. Paull*Michael C. Perlmuter
Shari L. PerlmuterRoman Petroff
Judge Dan A. PolsterBrian J. Ratner
Robert S. Reitman*
Carol RivchunBeth RosenbergPeter Rzepka*Evie Safran*
Rabbi Rona ShapiroDavid B. ShifrinAlvin A. Siegal
Harvey A. SiegelScott M. Simon
Robert Silverman*Michal Soclof
James C. SpiraDavid J. Strauss
Jeanne TobinEric D. Wald
Neil R. WaxmanStephen J. Weinberg
Gary WeissJudith Weiss*Morry Weiss*
Rabbi Stephen I. WeissZev Weiss
Adam L. WiederSteven Willensky
Nancy G. WolfWilliam A. Wortzman
Dara G. YanowitzDarrell A. Young
Daniel N. Zelman
Emeritus TrusteesGeorge N. Aronoff • Jordan C. Band • Richard Bogomolny • Morton G. Epstein
Leonard Fuchs • Lois K. Goodman • Robert D. GriesAileen Kassen • N. Herschel Koblenz • Marvin L. Lader • Elaine Rocker
Edwin M. Roth • Barbara S. Rosenthal • Gordon H. Safran Harold S. Stern • Norman Wain • Philip Wasserstrom • Jerome A. Weinberger
OfficersBoard Chair, Michael D. Siegal
Vice-Chairs, Reneé Chelm, Jeffrey M. Kahn, Keith Libman,Betty Rosskamm, Judy Klein Willensky
Treasurer, J. David Heller • Associate Treasurer, Randall J. KorachPresident, Stephen H. Hoffman
Executive CommitteeDavid F. Adler • Rabbi Richard A. Block • Leslie D. Dunn • Carl D. Glickman
Gerald W. Goldberg • Robert Goldberg* • Bruce H. Goodman Henry J. Goodman* • Gary L. Gross • Harley I. Gross* • Rubin Guttman
Michelle Hirsch • Lawrence M. Kadis • Suellen S. Kadis Morton L. Mandel* • Albert B. Ratner* • Charles A. Ratner* • Michael A. Ritter
• Enid Rosenberg • Susan E. Rubin • Mitchell C. Schneider Walter S. Schwartz • Bradley A. Sherman • Erica G. Starrfield
Sally H. Wertheim* • Marcia J. Wexberg • Jeffrey J. WildIdelle K. Wolf • Warren L. Wolfson • Sandra Wuliger • Timothy F. Wuliger*
Bennett Yanowitz
Trustees
as of November 2011
Stephen H. Hoffman, President
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AdministrationHarvey A. Freiman, Vice PresidentAnnie BeckerLinda Knable
DevelopmentDaniel S. Blain, Sr. Vice PresidentAlan D. Gross, Vice PresidentHedy Milgrom, Vice PresidentShelley Milin Marcus, Assistant Vice PresidentAbbie Levin, DirectorAaren AlpertJessie BruderCaroline BrunetRobert DeitzJean DeMineEllen FishmanAnn GarsonRaquel Flatow HaasMatthew KaliffDebbie KleinElizabeth Klein Joyce Lisiewski Linda McFarlandFrancesca Parente WilliamsTodd PolikoffChristine SebraskyJanet Schwartz ShapiroRenée TylerCarol WolfDebra S. Yasinow
Planning, Allocations & Community ServiceErika Rudin-Luria, Vice PresidentCathy Weiss, DirectorKaren G. Baker Shelley FishbachJayme HonigmanSusan HymanMalki KarkowskyPat KeatingSharon LeveyLakshmi Eastman NebelBarbara RoseKelly Sperber RubanenkoDana Scott
International, Community & Government RelationsOren Baratz, Vice PresidentDayan E. Gross, DirectorAmy Kaplan, Director Julie AuerbachIlanit Gerblich KalirSally LevineJackie Reed
Volunteer Center (PEI, JVN & Chaplaincy)Karen Steiger, DirectorJessica JurcakJessica SemelJeanne Shatten
Human Resources DevelopmentDaniel S. Blain, Sr. Vice PresidentTami CaplanJennifer CohenDiane FistekSusan Kariv
Marketing & CommunicationsCelia Solloway, DirectorAllison AginShmuel KesslerMike KostechakSylvia OwenTammy RubinJennifer Stuart LeschBryan ThomasKaren Wyman
OperationsWalter AugustynJoseph FerenczyGrant FishRon HaleJudy JoffeGwen JohnsonGeorge MajernikLaura Sue MirableDavid MoughanPaul MazzolaCharles MuckleyRobert PolznerJim Ross
FiscalBarry Reis, Sr. Vice President and CFOSheila Allenick, DirectorAnnette BanksLarry BlahaHeather Colbert-EckertDebbie DuvalPaul FeinbergHerzl GinsburgMichelle GolanNancy HoffnerBonnie HustonNancy KalealJudy KirchickFaye MatitiaDebbie McClureKatie PalusDonna Resar Manya Smilovich Irina TemkinElaine ThomasHoward Wolf
Information SystemsSue Roth, Director and CIOPaul GajowskiChris JacobsAllen RothMichael Walton
Donor Service Operations CenterAllison Levine, DirectorRosie BrownCindy DoehringPat FallonMarcia GreenisRima MelmanBela Mindlin
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2011 CommitteesThe Jewish Federation of Cleveland’s activities are conducted by committees of volunteers in partnership with professional staff. Committee and subcommittee chairs are listed below. Please contact them or the Federation for more information about participating in Federation activities or other volunteer opportunities at affiliated organizations.
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ALLOCATIONS COMMITTEEReviews agency proposals, recommends Campaign for Jewish Needs allocationsMitchell C. Schneider, ChairHedy Kangesser Adler, Dara G. Yanowitz, Vice-ChairsLouis Bloomfield, Capital Repair & ReplacementDara G. Yanowitz, Subcommittee on Human ServicesHedy Kangesser Adler, Subcommittee on Education AgenciesJudge Dan A. Polster, National Liaison Team
COMMUNITY PLANNING COMMITTEEStudies and plans for community needsEnid Rosenberg, ChairMartin A. Davidson, President, Jewish Community Housing, Inc.Irwin M. Lowenstein, Facilities Planning
COMMUNITY RELATIONS COMMITTEEImplements public affairs agendaWarren L. Wolfson, ChairDavid F. Adler, Susan G. Block, Vice-Chairs
DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEEOversees all fundraising activitiesThomas W. Adler, ChairEllen E. Halfon, Professional Advisory CouncilMichelle Hirsch, Young Leadership DivisionSuellen Kadis, Women’s Philanthropy InitiativeGary L. Gross, 2012 Campaign for Jewish Needs General ChairNorman Wain, Silver Circle
ENDOWMENT FUND COMMITTEEReviews and approves funding for innovative programming and emergency needsWalter S. Schwartz, ChairPeggy Gries Wager, Foundation Advisory CouncilHarold E. Friedman, Philanthropic Fund Advisory Council
FINANCE AND INVESTMENT COMMITTEEManages investment of endowment and capital fundsStuart Kline, ChairDenise Farkas, Subcommittee on Charitable TrustsRichard Horvitz, Agency Endowment Subcommittee
HUMAN RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEERecruits, trains and places qualified lay and professional leadershipBradley A. Sherman, ChairMichael Horvitz, Gries Award Committee Enid Rosenberg, Agency Leadership RoundtableSally H. Wertheim, Mandel Foundation– HRD Joint Advisory Team
MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEEEstablishes marketing agenda and oversees communications activitiesErica Starrfield, ChairJennifer Korach & Robert S. Reitman, Annual Meeting
OVERSEAS CONNECTIONS COMMITTEEConceives and manages projects that connect Jews in Cleveland with Jews in Israel and around the worldLawrence H. Kadis, ChairCindy Attias, Cleveland/Beit Shean PartnershipRobin K. Avery, PACT (Parents and Children Together) SubcommitteeWilliam H. Heller, Bridge To the Future Work GroupRobert A. Goodman, ONAD (Overseas Needs and Assessment Distribution)Marcia Levine, ISHA (Israel Health Advancement for Women) Susie Y. Meisel, IDF Education Corps Judge Dan A. Polster, Jordan Cross-Border InitiativeNeil R. Waxman, Cleveland/ St. Petersburg Partnership
STRATEGIC PLANNING COMMITTEEResponsible for the creation, implementation, oversight and revision of the Strategic PlanKeith Libman, Chair
STANDING COMMITTEES ADDITIONAL COMMITTEES
Direct operations not overseen by the standing committees
ADMINISTRATIVE Robert S. Reitman, Chair
AGNON-COLLEGE BUILDING OPERATIONSDavid J. Goodman, Chair
AUDITMichael A. Ritter, Chair
AWARDSMichael Siegal, Chair
CASHRonald A. Fisher, Chair
CHARLES EISENMAN AWARDMichael Siegal, Chair
COMMISSION ON CEMETERY PRESERVATIONRubin Guttman, PresidentDavid B. Orlean, Vice President
EXECUTIVEMichael Siegal, Chair
GOVERNMENT RELATIONS Beth Wain Brandon, Chair
NOMINATINGSusan E. Rubin, Chair
PUBLIC EDUCATION INITIATIVENancy J. Glick, Chair
REAL ESTATESteve Soclof, Chair
RETIREMENT FUNDIdelle K. Wolf, Chair
RISK MANAGEMENTPeter Meisel, Chair
SECURITYJeffrey S. Davis, Chair
TECHNOLOGYMark Jowell, Terrence Ozan, Co-Chairs
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