Hewas born and raised in Honesdale, Pa. andattended summer camp at Trails End Camp for fourteen incredibly formative years. She is a member of Womens Political Committee of Los Angeles, which supports and endorses female, pro-choice candidates for local, state and federal political office. In recognition of her work on behalf of children in need and the ACA, Michele has received many regional and national awards. Prior to FJC, Margalit spent over six years at The Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles, most recently as the Senior Vice President of NuRoots, leading the Federations young adult initiative and overseeing a team of professionals working exclusively on engagement programming. In addition to her camp experiences, Susies deep experience growing startups and transforming businesses, coupled with her expertise in consulting, strategy, and human resources, will be a tremendous asset to help move Ramah Berkshires forward to next summer. Jeff lives and breathes summer camp and is committed to making an impact and helping to serve the Jewish community. Plus, she enjoys chocolate, social-impact documentaries and movies with morals, running, storytelling, exploring cultures through travel, the High Line Park, and living Western Queens with her partner, Dan. Rabbi Ethan Linden, Director | Camp Ramah in the Berkshires Ethan, a Cornell University graduate, began his Ramah career as a teacher at Camp Ramah in Canada in 1999. She serves as the Co-Chair of Advancing Jewish Professionals NYC (local group of JPro Network) and is a proud part of the Honeymoon Israel alumni community. Invested in designing thoughtful, welcoming and meaningful experiences, Jill is pursuing her Masters degree in Jewish Educational Leadership at JTSs Davidson School and is also a Resetting the Table Facilitation Fellow. Sokolove was raised in Revere, Massachusetts. Jeremy has served as the Chief Executive Officer for Foundation for Jewish Camp since 2010. She has been a group leader and educator for Birthright and American Jewish World Service groups, and in summer 2018 she officially joined the world of Jewish camp with a position at Ramah Day Camp in Nyack. Most on the Board were former campers, staff members, and/or parents of campers. Through her work on our leadership development programs and educational initiatives, Teri is able to see her direct impact on the field of Jewish camp. Rebecca graduated from Tufts University in 2003 and has an M.A. She grew up on the East Coast and absolutely loved attending 8-week sessions of summer camp in Maine for 7 consecutive summers, and returned an 8th as a counselor. He returned to Harlam beginning in 1996, when he and his wife, Rabbi Rachel Hertzman, joined the camp faculty, and their children Jackie, Sarah, Mitch and Nate began their years as campers and counselors. Elisabeth lives in New Jersey with her husband and 3 boys. Their son Yale and daughter Serena spent several summers as campers and staff members at Camp Ramah in California. Joe grew up in Teaneck, NJ and was a longtime camper and counselor and EMT at Camp Moshava in Indian Orchard, Pennsylvania. Jamie and her husband and their two children live in the San Francisco Bay Area. Michael has a law degree from Osgoode Hall Law School and his undergraduate degree from the University of Ottawa. She lives with her family in Northampton, MA. Diane and Howard Zack. Mark has been a primary funder and advocate of PJ Library in the Atlanta community. This past summer, Susie was responsible for camper care and staff development for the oldest edot at Camp Ramah Darom. Julie is also member of FJCs Board of Trustees. Favorite camp activities: song session, arts and crafts, and nature, Email Bethany at Bethany.Berger@jewishcamp.org. As a member of the Jewish educational team at FJC, Amy provides insight and direction for a portfolio of educational initiatives to attract, educate, and engage families with young childrenand to ensure that the magic of camp is felt year-round and lifelong. Camp Ramah in California | Summer Camp | Retreat Center | A Journey for Rob is a key lay leader of several other non-profit organizations including the Joseph Slifka Center for Jewish Life at Yale (board member) and serves Yale University in many capacities (past member of its University Council, member of the Development Council and Parents Leadership Council, Secretary of the Class of 72). Together they have three children ages 19, 16 and 13. She lives in Berkeley, CA with her husband and her two inspiring teenagers. Email Jamie at Jamie.Simon@jewishcamp.org. She holds a B.A. The memory of those buses is sweet. Before joining FJC, Marisa held various positions in sales and social media marketing, in addition to volunteering as a mentor to neglected Israeli children during her gap year in Jerusalem at Midreshet AMIT. He loves Camp Ramah. Julius Eisen is the former operator and owner of several bus and tour companies including Greyline and Short Line. Prior to joining FJC, Chase was the Creative Manager for the University of Arizona Bookstores, digital media coordinator for the Tucson Jewish Community Center and Tour Manager & Sound Engineer for various international performing artists. Michael served as Chair of Camp Bnai Brith of Ottawa from 2007 to 2017, and is currently head of its Legal Committee. She is a former attorney, practicing in New York and New Jersey, as well as law clerk to Federal District Judge H. Lee Sarokin. Skip is a recipient of ACAs National Honor Award and the Tri State Service Award. We recognize that too often victims of misconduct, who bravely come forward with disclosures, have not been given proper attention.. She is the immediate past chair of the Miami Jewish Community Relations Council, past board chair of Jewish Community Services of South Florida, and past president of Temple Beth Sholom in Miami Beach. Peter is a past Chair of the Union for Reform Judaism (URJ). They established a scholarship fund in his honor which the camp has since made the primary fund for assisting families in making Jewish camping possible for their kids. Maryn is excited to use her experience, education and passion for mental health and inclusion to help support Community Care for the field of Jewish camping! She and Doug have three children: Sarah, Max and Eli, and an awesome rescue dog named Sadie. She is a member of the Foundations Cutting Edge Grants Committee and is the Chair of the Foundations committee on General Community Grants. Jenni joinedFJC in October 2017 as the Director of Day Camp and Strategic Programs after a six year tenure at lower Manhattans 14th Street Y. from the University of Pennsylvania Law School and a Masters degree in Jewish studies from the Jewish Theological Seminary in New York. Camp Ramah in the Berkshires - 2019 Annual Report He was born and raised in Brooklyn. He served as President of the Ottawa Jewish Community School, and as Vice-Chair of the Jewish Federation of Ottawa from 2017 to 2019, and just completed his two-year term as Chair of the Jewish Federation of Ottawa. In addition to his generous philanthropy, Jim cares deeply about Jewish continuity and sees Jewish camp as key to a stronger Jewish future. Current Families - Camp Ramah in the Berkshires The boy was subsequently charged in family court, according to the lawsuit. Rachel joined Foundation for Jewish Camp in May 2010 as the Senior Accountant. Prior to joining FJC, he had a highly-regarded 20+ year career in Consumer Packaged Goods, beginning at General Mills, Inc, then at Campbell Soup Company, where he served as President of its largest Division, US Soup. After returning to the U.S. in 2018, Mallory worked as the Philanthropy Associate for Women of Reform Judaism. Favorite Camp Activity: Friday night- services, song session, and Israeli dance! Stuart Katz, Immediate Past President Jeffrey Scheer, V.P., Development Sharon Waller, V.P., Board Development Board Members from Case Western Reserve University in 1966 and a juris doctor from Suffolk University Law School in 1969. Teri joined the FJC team in 2016. Originally from Greensboro, NC he now splits his time between Sarasota, FL and Chicago, IL with his wife Eve. He started his Jewish communal work in high school, serving as international president of United Synagogue Youth. Jeff graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 1988 with a BA in Economics. Professionally, Elisa was president of FreshPro, a leading fresh-cut produce company serving the Northeast/Mid-Atlantic food industry. A native of Birmingham, Alabama, Alisons passion for Jewish summer camp was first sparked at Camp Judaea in Hendersonville, NC, and then fueled by multiple summers at Camp Ramah in New England. FJC is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability or veteran status. Rabbi Ethan Linden, director of Camp Ramah of the Berkshires, is accused in a lawsuit filed last week of mishandling an incident in which one camper allegedly sexually assaulted another in 2018. Prior to joining FJC, Amy workedfor PJ Library at the Harold Grinspoon Foundation, where she designed in-person and virtual learning for family engagement professionals to strengthen their capacity to engage families with young children. Alan is also past president of the family's synagogue, Etz Chaim, in Livingston. In Israel, she worked for Nefesh BNefesh and the Israel Movement for Reform and Progressive Judaism and helped found the first Reform Congregation in Beer Sheva. There, she earned an MA in Jewish Professional Leadership and an MA in Near Eastern and Judaic Studies. Previously, past President, after serving in the roles of Chief Operating Officer and Head of Investment Banking. Jill joined FJC in 2015, and as a Program Manager she focuses on professional development, leadership, and other areas. Currently Rich is a principal of the Boston Equity Group, a boutique venture capital firm, which invests in a variety of early stage business ventures. Our connection to FJCs mission and to the field is both personal and professional, deepening our devotion to our work everyday. A native of Ottawa, he has practised law since 1985, and has been listed in Best Lawyers in Canada for both Municipal and Real Property Law, since 2010, as well as Lexpert since 2014 and Chambers Canada since 2017. NATIONAL RAMAH COMMISSION, INC. - GuideStar Profile Seth Adelsberg - Direct.. - Camp Ramah in the Berkshires - ZoomInfo She is a former Outward Bound wilderness guide and trip leader for both Tamarack Camps and Olin Sang Ruby Union Institute and is the proud founding director of the Teva Learning Center. Under Jamies leadership, Tawonga tripled the number of people it serves, expanded its program offerings from summer camp for children and teens to year-round programming offering lifelong Jewish engagement, and doubled its staff and budget. Rachel Anszelowicz is excited to be joining FJC as a fellow focusing on a portfolio of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Camp Ramah director on leave amid allegations he mishandled sexual In her free time Bethany likes to go on walks with her dog, knit, and read. A Florida sheriff is on the warpath against neo-Nazi scumbags who want him dead, Stranger Things star Brett Gelman proposes to singer girlfriend Ari Dayan in Jerusalem, Skver Hasidic movement bans use of artificial intelligence, South African Jewish journalist Jeremy Gordin murdered in home burglary at 70, Disney+ series A Small Light tells the Anne Frank story from the perspective of the woman who hid her. Camp Ramah In The Berkshires Inc Non Profit Data She manages FJCs flagship One Happy Camper program, providing incentive grants for first-time campers and advancing the camping agenda across North America in partnership with federations. She also spent six memorable summers at sleep away camp, two of which were spent at Camp Poyntelle Lewis Village in the Poconos where she learned to swamp a canoe and Israel folk dance! I dont really think this is that big of a deal, he [the assailant] is just a horny little boy, Linden allegedly told the girl. Josh graduated magna cum laude from Brown University in 1999 and received his Masters in Jewish Studies from Gratz in 2022. Julie currently sits on the board of Camp Tel Yehudah, where her own Jewish camp story began. Diane has been deeply involved in many Jewish organizations in leadership capacities, including the University of Maryland Hillel, University of Miami Hillel, Hillel International, Greater Miami Jewish Federation and the Jewish Federation of Greater Washington. Favorite camp activity: campfires & late night talks. Rabbi Ethan. Camp Ramah is a religiously oriented camp that observes the laws of Shabbat and kashrut. [15] This year's Camp Ramah in California Board of Directors is comprised of dedicated supporters who live in the Los Angeles Area, Orange County, San Diego, San Francisco, and Phoenix. David also spent 14 summers as a camper, counselor, and unit head at Camp Interlaken JCC in Eagle River, Wisconsin. [14] Campers attend daily religious prayer services. She has spent much of her professional career in the field of foster care and adoption. In the lawsuit, Linden was accused of a series of missteps related to a 2018 incident in which a female, teenage camper reported waking up to find a male camper with his hands on and inside her genitals. Previously, she was the Director of the Jewish Teen Funders Network in NYC and the founding Assistant Director of URJ Camp Kalsman in Seattle, WA. Julie earned an MBA from the George Washington University as a Wexner Graduate Fellow/Davidson Scholar, and a BA in Anthropology from the University of Maryland. Marisa joined Foundation for Jewish Camp as an Assistant Program Manager for One Happy Camper. Mission Statement Camp Ramah in the Berkshires is a vibrant summer camp . Resources professional. Earlier, Yevgeniy was the Senior Director of RSJ Programming at Moishe House and the Director of Teen Services at Marks JCH of Bensonhurst in Brooklyn, NY. Rexs service to Jewish camping is inspired by his firsthand knowledge of the many ways in which it shapes and strengthens our children and their families. Scott has led multiple briefings for the US Congress on the ways in which high quality camp experiences promote college and career readiness and speaks globally on these issues on behalf of the camp profession. They have one son, Bryan, who is currently a student after serving in the Israel Defense Forces. As a junior, Henry joined the 5thcohort of the Nachshon Project, studying at Rothberg School at Hebrew University in Jerusalem, while exploring a variety of professional Jewish careers among like-minded peers. Chase is passionate about promoting sustainability, independent journalism, art, peace, community organizing, and gardening, among many other interests. He and his wife Melanie and their family live in Ottawa. He then worked as the Engagement Associate at UChicago Hillel. Currently he serves as the Board Chair of the Foundation for Jewish Camp having jointed that board in 2012. Diane also works with her adult children on the Schilit familys innovative crowd-funding tzedakah initiative. . In the Jewish community, Elisa is former president and chair of JTA, the international Jewish wire service, past chair of the Jewish Funders Network, and currently serves on their boards as well as those of the Jewish Book Council, the MetroWest Jewish News and Community Foundation. In this role she gained valuable experience working with the senior management team, the Board of Directors and donors. After graduating she continued her camp journey working for Camp Ramah in California as the Alumni and Development Associate, spending her summers at camp focusing on camper and staff mental health. Previously, the Ramah camp network had said it supports victims but stood by Lindens handling of the incident. She serves on the board of. Diane and Howard reside in Marin County, California. In 2014, the Siegals endowed the One Happy Camper program in Cleveland, Ohio due their strong belief that by providing these children with Jewish camping experiences, they will discover the joy of being Jewish and want to continue celebrating their heritage throughout their lives.. We want to make sure you understand some facts that are not in dispute, Friedman said in that message. Favorite camp activities: Kayaking/Canoeing, Arts & Crafts, and Farm to Table chug. He currently serves as Chair of the Board of Governors for Hillel International. CAMP RAMAH IN THE BERKSHIRES WAS FORMED IN ORDER TO MAINTAIN AND OPERATE A NOT-FOR-PROFIT CONSERVATIVE JEWISH EDUCATIONAL SUMMER CAMP UNDER THE RELIGIOUS AND EDUCATIONAL SUPERVISION OF THE JEWISH THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY OF AMERICA AND THE NATIONAL RAMAH COMMISSION,INC. . He was a member of the Jewish Leadership Council (JLC) at Hillel, and was president of his fraternity, Alpha Epsilon Pi. They split their time between Boca Raton and Los Angeles. By 2009, his successful marketing strategy earned recognition by AdAge Magazine in 2009 as The Law FirmThat Operates As An Ad Agency. Her camping roots run deep in both traditional and specialty camps. Camp Ramah director placed on administrative leave Peter J. Weidhorn is the immediate past chair of FJCs board of directors. Joe credits Moshava and camp as the most formative experience in his spiritual development and Jewish identity. Ethan Linden, former Shir Chadash rabbi, taking leave of absence as Julie B. Platt, current Board Chair of the Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles, has held top leadership roles within the Los Angeles community for many years. Coordinating two grand openings for NYX cosmetics in New York City and Pumas 2018 hypefest, her love for event management, team management and operations continues to expand. in Psychology and Women and Gender Studies from Sonoma State University. Diane also works with her adult children on the Schilit familys innovative crowd-funding tzedakah initiative,Righteous Crowd, which helps vulnerable populations worldwide. He found the greatest joy from Israeli dance alongside his brother and cousin in his early years, and in later years, he enthusiastically led the Shabbat tradition for the entire camp. Henry grew up in Sudbury, Massachusetts, and spent his summers as a second-generation camper and staffer at Perlman Camp in Lake Como, Pennsylvania. He is currently the CEO of Capsule Group, a holding company involved in the real estate and car wash businesses, and Founder and Chairman of Elm Street Technology, a real estate internet software company. He enjoys traveling, bike riding, yoga, the New York Mets and music of all types. Mark Silberman is a partner and co-owner of Refrigiwear, the worlds leader in cold weather industrial work clothing and accessories. The camp is located in Wingdale, NY (Dutchess County), on a 200-acre property with a beautiful lake. Diane formerly has served on the Boards of Stanford U niversity Hillel, Lehrhaus Judaica, and on the inaugural 2013 and 2014 Diller Teen Tikkun Olam Awards National Selection Committees. Marcia and her husband Doug are passionate supporters of Jewish camp. Prior to joining FJC, Randi spent thirteen years working as an Executive Assistant/Project Manager at the Apollo Theater Foundation, Inc. in Harlem where she worked closely with senior management, the Apollo Board of Directors and many legendary performers. PLZ&THX primarily invests in female founders who are changemakers, category-disruptors and cultural innovators. From 2009-2017, Judy Neuman served as CEO of the Stroum Jewish Community Center, the only JCC in Washington State. Prior to his retirement, Richard Biller spent his career in the direct mail and plastic card manufacturing businesses. She also worked as a legal administrative assistant to the Varsity Tutors corporate legal department. Rabbi Ethan Linden, director of Camp Ramah in the Berkshires, is taking a leave of absence while his handling of a . Favorite Camp activity: Favorite camp activity: Outdoor team missions and activities. Post-dated Checks- payable to Camp Ramah in the Note: . Briana earned her MBA as an FJC Bildner Graduate Fellow from University of Washington and received her B.A. She strengthened her Jewish identity through her involvement in United Synagogue Youth (USY) where she gained an informal Jewish education and important leadership skills. Raised by a history teacher, Vera believes that knowledge of ones own heritage, traditions, and culture is one of the most fundamental aspects of a childs upbringing because it helps children better understand themselves and find their place in the world. Margalit is thrilled to join Foundation for Jewish Camp as the first West Coast Regional Director. Amy served as the long-time kindergarten teacher at Lander-Grinspoon Academy (LGA) and designed family education for both LGA and Abundance Farm, a Jewish food justice farm in Northampton. These engagements, focused on the well-being of children and families, include the California Childrens Trust, Blue Shield of California Foundation, Kaiser Permanente, Stanford University, and the Behavioral Health Services of Santa Clara County. in religious studies from Columbia University. In this role Jamie oversees programs, strategy and innovation. in epidemiology focused on maternal child health from the University of California, Berkeley and a B.A. Shelley Niceley Groff, an attorney by profession, currently devotes her full-time efforts to community service and activism. The Neubauer Family Foundation At age 19, he was featured in Jewish Weeks 36 under 36. Copyright 2023 The Forward Association, Inc. All rights reserved. Avi lives in White Plains with his wife, Cantor Adina Frydman, and their children, Yadid, Yishama, Emunah, and Libi. After graduating she served as the Assistant Director at Camp Daisy and Harry Stein for 4 years. The board will reassess Rabbi Lindens status once there has been a thorough review of this matter. Prior to joining FJC, Yevgeniy worked as the Senior Program Manager at Genesis Philanthropy Group, overseeing a portfolio of grants in North America and Europe focused on strengthening Jewish identity among RSJ communities. Staci joined FJC in 2014, and as our Senior Manager of Operations & Data, she works to ensure our internal and external systems are running smoothly. Micheles nonprofit experiences focus on another of her lifelong passion forming and developing new nonprofit organizations focusing on youth development. Randi lives in Manhattan with her life partner Richard, an attorney and their rescue dog, B3. The spokesperson added that Amy Skopp Cooper is in Israel until next Thursday and will be unavailable for comment until she returns. Favorite Camp Activity: Backcountry Trips. Camp Ramah in the Berkshires (CRB) was founded in 1964 as part of the Jewish Theological Seminary's camping movement, a program conceived to connect Jewish youth with the Conservative movement and cultivate Jewish leadership. Rexs relationship with Jewish camping goes back to childhood as a camper and continued through rabbinic school, when he served on staff of URJ Camp Harlam. Julie is a member of the Executive Committee of the Jewish Federations of North America. After teaching abroad for 3 years, she realized how much impact a community has for all those who connect with it.
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