Report to the Community | 2008 – 2011 - Camp Ramah
Report to the Community | 2008 – 2011 - Camp Ramah Report to the Community | 2008 – 2011 - Camp Ramah
IN CALIFORNIA Report IN to the CALIFORNIA Community | 2008 – 2011
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IN CALIFORNIA<br />
<strong>Report</strong> IN <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> CALIFORNIA<br />
<strong>Community</strong> | <strong>2008</strong> – <strong>2011</strong>
“ I am incredibly jealous<br />
that my kids get <strong>to</strong> begin<br />
<strong>the</strong>ir <strong>Ramah</strong> journey.<br />
Are you sure you don’t want<br />
an orthodontist on staff during<br />
<strong>the</strong> summer?”<br />
Michael Feinberg, Phoenix, AZ
It is with great pleasure that we present <strong>to</strong> you <strong>the</strong> <strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong> in California <strong>Report</strong> <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>Community</strong>: <strong>2008</strong>–<strong>2011</strong>, detailing our growth, activities, and experiences over <strong>the</strong> last three years. We are<br />
delighted <strong>to</strong> share exciting changes and latest developments, and hope you enjoy this summary and <strong>the</strong><br />
beautiful pho<strong>to</strong>s incorporated in<strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> report.<br />
We are truly privileged <strong>to</strong> be part of <strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong>, <strong>to</strong> witness <strong>the</strong> joy on <strong>the</strong> campers’ faces each summer,<br />
participate in <strong>the</strong> ruach that resonates throughout <strong>the</strong> camp, and support <strong>the</strong> many facets of camp that<br />
make it truly unique and vital <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> Jewish community. We are deeply appreciative of those who have held<br />
our respective roles in years past and acknowledge <strong>the</strong>ir numerous contributions <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> success of <strong>Ramah</strong>.<br />
IN CALIFORNIAWithout<br />
such remarkable past leadership, we would not have moved forward in our thinking and in our<br />
growth, and <strong>the</strong> results have spoken for <strong>the</strong>mselves.<br />
Thanks <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> Jewish community, both in Los Angeles and throughout <strong>the</strong> Western Region, we are closing<br />
in on our 60 th anniversary. Now is <strong>the</strong> time <strong>to</strong> evaluate and reflect, while simultaneously thinking <strong>to</strong>ward <strong>the</strong><br />
future and creating new directions. You’ll see some of our reflections and some of our new directions in<br />
this report.<br />
We always welcome your thoughts, comments and ideas. Our <strong>Ramah</strong> family is incredibly passionate about<br />
our beloved camp and <strong>the</strong> love for it is palpable. You are all members of that family, and we are grateful<br />
beyond measure for your dedication and support.<br />
B’Shalom,<br />
Avi Schlesinger Rabbi Joseph M. Menashe<br />
Chair, Board of Direc<strong>to</strong>rs<br />
AT CAMP RAMAH IN CALIFORNIA<br />
Executive Direc<strong>to</strong>r<br />
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It is a joy <strong>to</strong> be able <strong>to</strong> share <strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong> in California’s numerous accomplishments over <strong>the</strong> last few<br />
years. I was privileged <strong>to</strong> serve as Board Chair from 2009 – <strong>2011</strong>, and so have witnessed firsthand <strong>the</strong><br />
dedication of our Board, staff and Jewish community <strong>to</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong> and its continued growth and success.<br />
From <strong>the</strong> purchase of our camp property <strong>to</strong> new capital improvements and program enhancements, we<br />
continue <strong>to</strong> move forward with a true commitment <strong>to</strong> our mission and <strong>the</strong> campers and families we serve.<br />
As a <strong>Ramah</strong> parent, I know how passionately our children connect <strong>to</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong>. I also know how those<br />
connections streng<strong>the</strong>n over time, and that <strong>the</strong> ties <strong>to</strong> both camp and those who shared in <strong>the</strong> summer<br />
experiences become unbreakable. This is how <strong>Ramah</strong> succeeds – generation by generation – and it is an<br />
honor <strong>to</strong> be part of something so integral <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> Jewish community.<br />
My years as Board Chair, chronicled in this report, were full of excitement, challenge, joy and awe. I hope<br />
that, as a member of <strong>the</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong> family, you also experience <strong>the</strong> sense of pride and accomplishment <strong>the</strong>se<br />
years have brought our way. I am indebted <strong>to</strong> all of you.<br />
Kol tuv,<br />
Ilana Meskin<br />
Chair, Board of Direc<strong>to</strong>rs 2009–<strong>2011</strong>
<strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong> in California<br />
<strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong> in California is part of a worldwide network of <strong>Ramah</strong> overnight and day camps spanning <strong>the</strong> globe from North<br />
America <strong>to</strong> South America, Israel, and Eastern Europe. <strong>Ramah</strong>’s emergence has been described as “<strong>the</strong> jewel in <strong>the</strong> crown of<br />
<strong>the</strong> Conservative Movement.” <strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong> in California, which celebrated its 50 th Anniversary in 2006, serves <strong>the</strong> Western<br />
Region of North America – including Alaska, Arizona, British Columbia, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Nevada, New Mexico,<br />
Oregon, Utah, and Washing<strong>to</strong>n. Each summer <strong>Ramah</strong> campers, from day schools and Hebrew schools in large and small Jewish<br />
communities across <strong>the</strong> region, come <strong>to</strong>ge<strong>the</strong>r in Ojai on <strong>the</strong> campgrounds at <strong>the</strong> Max and Pauline Zimmer Conference Center.<br />
<strong>Ramah</strong> summers offer swimming, drama, ceramics and arts and crafts, video production, Israeli dancing, archery, cooking, nature hikes, and more.<br />
Hebrew musicals, performed at <strong>the</strong> Jacoby Amphi<strong>the</strong>ater, are summer highlights. <strong>Ramah</strong>’s sports program includes basketball, ga-ga, volleyball, football,<br />
baseball, tennis, soccer, and <strong>the</strong> Meskin Family Ropes Course.<br />
Specialized Programs<br />
Tikvah – Educate a child according <strong>to</strong> his/her ways. (Proverbs 22:6) Amitzim and Ezra are <strong>Ramah</strong>’s innovative Tikvah programs, which provide sleep-away<br />
summer camp and vocational training experiences for adolescents and young adults with differences in learning, communication, social interactions, and<br />
developmental delays. These campers have <strong>the</strong> opportunity <strong>to</strong> receive all of <strong>the</strong> benefits of <strong>the</strong> larger camp program. Thanks <strong>to</strong> generous grants from <strong>the</strong><br />
Jewish <strong>Community</strong> Foundation of Los Angeles and o<strong>the</strong>r donors, <strong>Camp</strong> Ohr Lanu was initiated in <strong>2008</strong>. Ohr Lanu is a week-long camp that combines study,<br />
prayer and fun in<strong>to</strong> a program designed specifically for families who have children ages 5–14 with special needs.<br />
<strong>Ramah</strong> Seminar in Israel – A fun-filled, in-depth program for high school juniors in which students spend 6 weeks in Israel<br />
complete with hikes, archaeology, and desert treks. It introduces participants <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> his<strong>to</strong>ry of <strong>the</strong> Jewish state and involves<br />
<strong>the</strong>m in central issues facing Israel <strong>to</strong>day. Informal Hebrew language education and <strong>the</strong> study of contemporary and classic<br />
texts are central <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> program.<br />
In addition <strong>to</strong> summer programs, <strong>the</strong> Max and Pauline Zimmer Conference Center, including <strong>the</strong> Irene and Howard<br />
Levine Family Retreat Center, is also open year-round, providing a range of programs for people from all walks of life –<br />
including Family Programs, Children’s Weekends and a Passover Institute. At <strong>Ramah</strong>, learning, fun, and personal growth<br />
flourish all year in an environment where Jewish values and a warm community are an inviting welcome <strong>to</strong> everyone entering<br />
its gates.<br />
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“ Our entire family<br />
has benefited enormously<br />
from our seven years at<br />
<strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong> - all five of us<br />
are devotees of Family <strong>Camp</strong> and<br />
our older children would not consider<br />
summer complete without <strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong>.”<br />
Alex Bernstein / Sonia Daccarett, San Francisco, CA
Summary of Accomplishments <strong>2008</strong> – <strong>2011</strong><br />
June <strong>2008</strong> Kishroniya (specialists) program developed with gift from Howard & Diane Zack<br />
August <strong>2008</strong> Dedication of <strong>the</strong> S<strong>to</strong>ne Family Ezra Dormi<strong>to</strong>ry<br />
December <strong>2008</strong> Ilana & Dr. Mark Meskin honored at annual gala<br />
January 2009 <strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong> offered opportunity <strong>to</strong> purchase camp property<br />
August 2009 Dedication ceremony honoring official purchase of <strong>Ramah</strong> property<br />
December 2009 Shirley & Marvin Selter honored at annual gala<br />
February 2010 <strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong> offices move <strong>to</strong> Encino<br />
April 2010 Dedication of <strong>the</strong> Meskin Ropes Course<br />
Dedication of <strong>the</strong> Levine Retreat Center<br />
December 2010 Tara & Jay Reisbaum, Sandi & Avi Schlesinger and<br />
Marci & Dr. Andrew Spitzer honored at annual gala<br />
January <strong>2011</strong> Dorot <strong>Ramah</strong> annual major gift society established<br />
June <strong>2011</strong> <strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong>’s first organic garden established<br />
December <strong>2011</strong> Ruth Ziegler honored at annual gala<br />
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At a Glance…<br />
*Significant increase in revenue due<br />
<strong>to</strong> Ojai Purchase <strong>Camp</strong>aign
“ Our family supports <strong>Camp</strong><br />
<strong>Ramah</strong>, and Jewish camps in<br />
general, because we feel it’s<br />
our best investment in<br />
‘keeping Jewish kids Jewish’.”<br />
Lisa and Vic<strong>to</strong>r Kohn, Los Angeles
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Annual Galas in Review<br />
<strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong>’s annual gala dinners are well known in <strong>the</strong><br />
Jewish community. Held in December each year, <strong>the</strong>y provide <strong>the</strong><br />
opportunity <strong>to</strong> recognize those whose level of support and dedication<br />
<strong>to</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong> and <strong>the</strong> Jewish community sets examples for commitment,<br />
leadership and tzedakah. We were honored <strong>to</strong> salute <strong>the</strong> following<br />
individuals:<br />
On December 4, <strong>2008</strong>, Dr. Mark and Ilana Meskin were lauded at<br />
Adat Ari El for <strong>the</strong>ir tireless efforts on behalf of <strong>Ramah</strong>, Israel and <strong>the</strong><br />
Jewish community. The Meskin family established its connection <strong>to</strong><br />
<strong>Ramah</strong> through a decade of Family <strong>Camp</strong> attendance, and daughters<br />
Diane and Myra began as campers in <strong>the</strong>ir childhood and grew <strong>to</strong><br />
become counselors and Roshei Edah. Leaders and dedicated volunteers<br />
in <strong>the</strong> community, Mark and Ilana (incoming <strong>Ramah</strong> Board Chair at<br />
<strong>the</strong> time of this dinner) requested that <strong>the</strong> proceeds from <strong>the</strong>ir event<br />
help create <strong>the</strong> Meskin Ropes Course, one of <strong>the</strong> most popular individual<br />
and team-building activities at <strong>Ramah</strong> <strong>to</strong>day.<br />
The 2009 dinner, which <strong>to</strong>ok place at Sinai Temple on December 3 rd ,<br />
honored Marvin and Shirley Selter. Marv, a long time Board member,<br />
is well known for his business acumen and <strong>to</strong>ge<strong>the</strong>r with Shirley has<br />
served on scores of nonprofit boards, chaired fundraisers, and led<br />
numerous civic, charitable, professional and community organizations.<br />
Shirley and Marv were active supporters as <strong>Ramah</strong> Regents for many<br />
years and are deeply committed <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> camp’s Tikvah Program.<br />
Proceeds from <strong>the</strong> evening created <strong>the</strong> Dr. David Lieber Scholarship<br />
Endowment Fund at <strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong>.<br />
On December 9, 2010, <strong>Ramah</strong> honored three special couples at <strong>the</strong><br />
Sportsmen’s Lodge. Jay & Tara Reisbaum, Avi & Sandi Schlesinger,<br />
and Dr. Andrew & Marci Spitzer were recognized as remarkable<br />
community leaders, Board members, camp staff, inspirational<br />
parents, and close friends. They all grew up at <strong>Ramah</strong> camps and<br />
have remained stalwart supporters of <strong>Ramah</strong> throughout <strong>the</strong>ir lives.<br />
Over <strong>the</strong> years, <strong>the</strong>ir dedication of time and effort has greatly helped<br />
<strong>to</strong> ensure <strong>Ramah</strong>’s success. Thanks <strong>to</strong> this special evening, <strong>Camp</strong><br />
<strong>Ramah</strong> was able <strong>to</strong> pay down <strong>the</strong> mortgage of <strong>the</strong> Ojai property.<br />
On December 1, <strong>2011</strong>, Ruth Ziegler, well known throughout <strong>the</strong><br />
Jewish community locally, nationally and internationally for her<br />
philanthropic endeavors, was recognized at <strong>Ramah</strong>’s annual gala.<br />
Ruth’s late husband, Allen (z”l), provided bakery supplies <strong>to</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong><br />
for decades, and Ruth graciously led <strong>the</strong> Ojai Purchase campaign<br />
with a significant gift. The celebration, which <strong>to</strong>ok place at Sinai<br />
Temple, successfully raised significant funds for <strong>the</strong> Ziegler<br />
Scholarship Endowment Fund, providing financial assistance<br />
for <strong>Ramah</strong> campers.
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Ojai Purchase <strong>Camp</strong>aign – 2009<br />
In November of <strong>2008</strong>, <strong>the</strong> Board of Direc<strong>to</strong>rs of American Jewish University offered <strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong> a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity – <strong>the</strong> chance <strong>to</strong> purchase<br />
outright <strong>the</strong> camp property that had been operated by <strong>the</strong> Board and Staff of <strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong> for 53 years. <strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong> immediately began <strong>the</strong> Ojai Purchase<br />
<strong>Camp</strong>aign <strong>to</strong> raise $2.7 million in order <strong>to</strong> both own and operate <strong>the</strong> camp and ensure <strong>the</strong> growth and expansion necessary for <strong>the</strong> future.<br />
Thanks <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> incredible outpouring of support from generous donors and <strong>the</strong> Jewish community, <strong>Ramah</strong> raised <strong>the</strong> funds required in less than a year, and<br />
celebrated its independence as a stand-alone institution with <strong>the</strong> “Celebration of a Lifetime” in August 2009.<br />
We are proud <strong>to</strong> recognize <strong>the</strong> following, all of whom are named on plaques at <strong>Camp</strong>, for <strong>the</strong>ir outstanding commitment <strong>to</strong> this significant and his<strong>to</strong>rical endeavor:<br />
ANGELS ohpra<br />
Ruth Ziegler<br />
PILLARS ohsung<br />
Julie and Marc Platt<br />
CORNERSTONES ,ubhp<br />
Janet and Jake Farber<br />
Abner and Roz Goldstine<br />
Harold Grinspoon Foundation<br />
Sybil z”l and Mannon Kaplan and Family<br />
Irene and Howard Levine and Family<br />
Judith and Louis Miller and Family<br />
<strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong> in California Celebrates<br />
Independence Through Property Purchase<br />
BUILDERS ohbuc<br />
Sheila and Aaron Leibovic and Family<br />
Ilana and Mark Meskin and Family<br />
Angel and Alan Schneider and Family<br />
Marvin R. and Shirley Selter<br />
Sheila and Alan Spiwak and Family<br />
The Tenenblatt Family<br />
Martin F. Witkin Trust/Michael Waterman, Trustee<br />
Diane and Howard Zack and Family<br />
AUGUST 2009
TRAILBLAZERS ohkkux<br />
The Irwin, Ronald and Edward Field Families<br />
The Simha & Sara Lainer Family Foundation<br />
The Monkarsh Family:<br />
Joy and Jerry Monkarsh<br />
Jon, Heidi, Briana and Russell Monkarsh<br />
Julie, Isaac and Jonah Gadinsky<br />
Dorothy and Avram Salkin and Family<br />
Marilyn and Sigi Ziering Family Foundation<br />
THE RIGHTEOUS ohshxj<br />
David Albert Trust<br />
Nancy and Scott Beiser and Family<br />
Aviva and Leon Biederman<br />
The Bordy Family:<br />
Michael, Melissa, Shayna, Jenna and Samantha<br />
Kenneth J. & Marilynn J. Friedman Family<br />
Foundation<br />
Elizabeth and Nathan Leight<br />
Paulette and Ron Nessim<br />
Dana, Evan, Shira, Eitan and Shimon<br />
Schlessinger<br />
Annette and Daniel Shapiro and Family<br />
Orna and Keenan Wolens<br />
THE JUST ohehsm<br />
The Aftergood Family<br />
Amy and Robert Bressman and Family<br />
Beth and Rodney Freeman<br />
Gaby and Jeffrey Kaplan<br />
Lesley, Jeff, Yale and Serena Wolman<br />
GUARDIANS ohrnua<br />
Hannah, Jordan and Alex Kekst<br />
and <strong>the</strong>ir Parents<br />
Deborah and Etan Milgrom<br />
Pamela and Randol Schoenberg<br />
Gary Wolens<br />
COMPANIONS ohshsh<br />
Carol and Chuck Abrams<br />
The Artson Family<br />
Rhoda and Bob Barnhard<br />
Jamie and Joel Berman<br />
Selina and Brian Boxer-Wachler<br />
Ellen and Jeffrey Brown<br />
The Cunningham Family<br />
Barbara and Alan Gindi<br />
Sandy and Bill Goodglick<br />
Jennifer and Rabbi Daniel Greyber and Family<br />
Marlene and Barry Horwitz<br />
In honor of our children and grandchildren<br />
Lela and Norman Jacoby and Family<br />
Lisa and Gary Lainer and Family<br />
Marlene, Randy, Stephen and Alex Michaels<br />
Marcia and David Nimmer<br />
Tara and Jay Reisbaum<br />
Fredi and Rabbi Joel Rembaum and Family<br />
Kathy and Peter Reynolds<br />
Elaine and Lee Rosen and Family<br />
Avi, Sandi, Lisa, Adam and Talya Schlesinger<br />
Paul and Joan Schultz<br />
Marci and Andrew Spitzer and Talia, Eitan,<br />
Sigal and Gilad<br />
Jennifer and Lawrence Trilling and Jonah,<br />
Lyla and Dahlia<br />
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Capital Projects in Review<br />
In <strong>the</strong> summer of <strong>2008</strong>, <strong>Ramah</strong> was proud <strong>to</strong> dedicate <strong>the</strong><br />
new S<strong>to</strong>ne Family Ezra Building. Thanks <strong>to</strong> a $1 million gift from <strong>the</strong><br />
S<strong>to</strong>ne Family Foundation of <strong>the</strong> Jewish <strong>Community</strong> Foundation of<br />
San Diego, this building now provides dormi<strong>to</strong>ry living <strong>to</strong> <strong>Camp</strong><br />
<strong>Ramah</strong>’s Ezra staff – young adults with special needs who<br />
have graduated from our Tikvah camper program.<br />
Complete with lounges and a kitchen <strong>to</strong> help promote<br />
cooking and clean-up skills, <strong>the</strong> facility has made a<br />
significant impact on <strong>the</strong> Ezra residents, helping <strong>to</strong><br />
enhance <strong>the</strong>ir ability <strong>to</strong> live independent and Jewish lives.<br />
April 2010 was <strong>the</strong> month for dedications of two<br />
wonderful new additions <strong>to</strong> <strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong>. First, we<br />
opened our state-of-<strong>the</strong> art Meskin Ropes<br />
Course as an expansion of our outdoor<br />
activities program. This magnificent<br />
course, offering climbing, swinging and<br />
ziplining, has created opportunities for<br />
our campers <strong>to</strong> work in teams or test<br />
<strong>the</strong>ir individual abilities. Made<br />
possible by <strong>the</strong> proceeds from <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>2008</strong> dinner honoring <strong>the</strong> incoming<br />
Board Chair Ilana Meskin and her<br />
husband, Dr. Mark Meskin, <strong>the</strong><br />
course is used for a variety of activities<br />
depending on <strong>the</strong> ages of <strong>the</strong> participants<br />
and has become a<br />
very popular activity<br />
not only among our<br />
summer campers but with<br />
our off-season retreat visi<strong>to</strong>rs<br />
as well.<br />
We also dedicated <strong>the</strong> beautiful<br />
Levine Retreat Center. This facility<br />
was purchased several years ago as part of<br />
<strong>the</strong> expansive orange grove property acquired<br />
by <strong>Ramah</strong>. Honorary Life Trustee and former Board Chair Howard<br />
Levine and his wife, Irene, provided <strong>the</strong> funds <strong>to</strong> remodel <strong>the</strong> house<br />
and turn it in<strong>to</strong> a spectacular retreat center, offering 9 comfortable<br />
suites complete with bedroom and bathroom for special<br />
guests. Board members and donors, visiting rabbis<br />
and activity specialists have all had <strong>the</strong> opportunity<br />
<strong>to</strong> spend time in this beautiful facility, and it is<br />
used frequently during <strong>the</strong> off-season for a<br />
variety of retreats. <strong>Ramah</strong> is very grateful<br />
<strong>to</strong> Howard and Irene Levine for helping<br />
us create such a special space for<br />
our visi<strong>to</strong>rs!
BOARD OF DIRECTORS <strong>2008</strong> – <strong>2011</strong><br />
Aaron Aftergood (<strong>2008</strong>-<strong>2011</strong>)<br />
Dr. Matt Albert (<strong>2008</strong>-2009)*<br />
Rabbi Brad Artson (<strong>2008</strong>-<strong>2011</strong>)*<br />
Samantha Platt Auerbach (<strong>2011</strong>)<br />
Gary A. Ball (2010-<strong>2011</strong>)<br />
Dr. Robert H. Barnhard (<strong>2008</strong>)*<br />
Nancy Beiser (<strong>2011</strong>)<br />
Joel Berman (<strong>2008</strong>-<strong>2011</strong>)*<br />
Alex Bernstein (2009-<strong>2011</strong>)<br />
Dr. Leon Biederman (<strong>2008</strong>-2010)<br />
Ellen Brown (<strong>2008</strong>-<strong>2011</strong>)*<br />
Jill Carmer (2010-<strong>2011</strong>)<br />
Rochelle Cohen (<strong>2008</strong>-<strong>2011</strong>)*<br />
Sherri Cunningham (<strong>2008</strong>-<strong>2011</strong>)*<br />
Cheryl Davidson (<strong>2008</strong>-2010)<br />
Tom Fields-Meyer (<strong>2008</strong>-<strong>2011</strong>)<br />
Robin Finkelstein (<strong>2008</strong>)<br />
Beth As<strong>to</strong>r Freeman (<strong>2008</strong>-2009, <strong>2011</strong>)<br />
Barry Horwitz (<strong>2008</strong>-2009)<br />
Jeff Kaplan (<strong>2008</strong>-<strong>2011</strong>)<br />
Rebecca Kekst (<strong>2008</strong>-<strong>2011</strong>)*<br />
Robert Kessler (2010-<strong>2011</strong>)<br />
Lisa Kohn (2010-<strong>2011</strong>)<br />
Deborah Kattler Kupetz (<strong>2008</strong>-2009)<br />
Gary Lainer (2010-<strong>2011</strong>)<br />
Sheila Leibovic (<strong>2008</strong>-<strong>2011</strong>)*<br />
Janine Lowy (<strong>2008</strong>-2009)<br />
Ilana Meskin (<strong>2008</strong>-<strong>2011</strong>)*<br />
Randy Michaels (<strong>2008</strong>)<br />
Joseph Miller (2009-<strong>2011</strong>)<br />
Heidi Monkarsh (2010-<strong>2011</strong>)<br />
Ron Nessim (<strong>2008</strong>-2010)*<br />
Julie Platt (<strong>2008</strong>-<strong>2011</strong>)*<br />
Jay Reisbaum (<strong>2008</strong>-<strong>2011</strong>)*<br />
Board membership is listed only for <strong>the</strong> years noted in this report<br />
Fredi Rembaum (<strong>2008</strong>-<strong>2011</strong>)<br />
Peter Reynolds (<strong>2008</strong>-2010)<br />
Elaine Rosen (2009-<strong>2011</strong>)<br />
Avi Schlesinger (<strong>2008</strong>-<strong>2011</strong>)*<br />
Dana Goodman Schlessinger (<strong>2008</strong>-<strong>2011</strong>)*<br />
Alan Schneider (<strong>2008</strong>-2010)<br />
Sherri Schreiber (<strong>2011</strong>)<br />
Marvin Selter (2009-<strong>2011</strong>)<br />
Julie Shuer (2010-<strong>2011</strong>)<br />
Dr. Andrew Spitzer (<strong>2008</strong>-<strong>2011</strong>)*<br />
Sheila Spiwak (2009-<strong>2011</strong>)<br />
Arnold Stengel (<strong>2011</strong>)<br />
Joel Stern (<strong>2008</strong>, 2010-<strong>2011</strong>)<br />
Ryan S<strong>to</strong>ne (<strong>2008</strong>-2009)<br />
Elana S<strong>to</strong>rch (<strong>2008</strong>)<br />
Jennifer Kattler Trilling (2009-<strong>2011</strong>)<br />
Michael Waterman (<strong>2008</strong>, 2010-<strong>2011</strong>)<br />
Shari Weiner (<strong>2008</strong>)<br />
Bruce Whizin (2009-<strong>2011</strong>)<br />
Orna Wolens (<strong>2008</strong>-2009, <strong>2011</strong>)<br />
Lesley Wolman (<strong>2008</strong>-<strong>2011</strong>)*<br />
Howard Zack (<strong>2008</strong>)<br />
Gita Zarnegar (2010-<strong>2011</strong>)<br />
*Served on Executive Committee<br />
HONORARY LIFE DIRECTORS<br />
Dr. Robert H. Barnhard<br />
Murray Cohen<br />
Jake Farber<br />
Dr. Norman Jacoby<br />
Mannon Kaplan<br />
Howard Levine<br />
Lou Miller<br />
Seymour Neuman z”l<br />
Dr. Paul Schultz<br />
<strong>Ramah</strong> Leadership<br />
PAST PRESIDENTS<br />
Ben Lax z”l<br />
Harry Friedman z”l<br />
Seymour Neuman z”l<br />
M. Harvey Powell z”l<br />
Maynard Bernstein z”l<br />
Howard Levine<br />
Dr. Paul Schultz<br />
Mannon Kaplan<br />
Jake Farber<br />
Louis G. Miller<br />
Dr. Robert H. Barnhard<br />
Jay Reisbaum<br />
Julie Platt<br />
CAMP EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS<br />
Rabbi Jacob Pressman 1955<br />
Dr. David Lieber z”l 1956-57<br />
Dr. Chaim Po<strong>to</strong>k z”l 1958-59<br />
Dr. Walter Ackerman z”l 1960-69<br />
Rabbi Zvi Dershowitz 1963-73<br />
(<strong>Camp</strong> Manager & Winter Direc<strong>to</strong>r)<br />
Dr. Ronald Levine 1970-71<br />
Dr. Stuart Kelman 1971-72<br />
Dr. Asher Meltzer 1972-73<br />
Dr. Walter Ackerman z”l 1973-74<br />
Dr. Sheldon Dorph 1973-74<br />
Yisrael Spiegler 1974-76<br />
Dr. Alvin Mars 1975-84<br />
Rabbi Glen Karonsky 1985-89<br />
Rabbi Ed Feinstein 1990-93<br />
Robin Graff 1993-94<br />
(Winter/Interim Direc<strong>to</strong>r)<br />
Brian Greene 1994-2001<br />
Rabbi Daniel Greyber 2001-2010<br />
Rabbi Joseph Menashe 2010-<br />
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<strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong> in California<br />
Leadership Giving <strong>2011</strong> and Beyond *<br />
<strong>Ramah</strong> is proud <strong>to</strong> acknowledge <strong>the</strong> Founders of its new Dorot <strong>Ramah</strong> major gifts society. <strong>Ramah</strong> created Dorot <strong>Ramah</strong> in order <strong>to</strong> maintain <strong>the</strong><br />
highest standards in Jewish summer camping, while at <strong>the</strong> same time striving <strong>to</strong> make camp affordable <strong>to</strong> all youngsters who desire <strong>to</strong> have a<br />
<strong>Ramah</strong> experience. Dorot <strong>Ramah</strong> gifts start at $5,000 and may be directed <strong>to</strong> scholarship, programming, or unrestricted annual support for <strong>the</strong><br />
camp’s greatest needs.<br />
Leaders’ Circle<br />
Anonymous<br />
Lisa & Vic<strong>to</strong>r Kohn<br />
Irene & Howard Levine<br />
Ilana & Dr. Mark Meskin<br />
Julie & Marc Platt<br />
Direc<strong>to</strong>rs’ Circle<br />
Janet & Jake Farber<br />
Lela & Dr. Norman Jacoby<br />
Sheila & Aaron Leibovic<br />
Ambassadors<br />
Nancy & Scott Beiser<br />
Rochelle & Freddy Cohen<br />
Suzanne & Elliott Felson – Etrog Fund #1<br />
Andrea Narin & Larry Gill<br />
Estate of Dr. Herman H. Kaye<br />
Marci & Dr. Andrew Spitzer<br />
Diane & Howard Zack<br />
Regents<br />
Jamie & Joel Berman<br />
Ben B. & Joyce E. Eisenberg Foundation<br />
Elyse Weise & David Gorney<br />
Heidi, Jon, Briana and Russell Monkarsh<br />
Gwen & Jeremy Rosenthal<br />
Jennifer & Lawrence Trilling<br />
*as of December 31, <strong>2011</strong>
“ Summers at <strong>Ramah</strong> were <strong>the</strong><br />
highlight of my childhood and<br />
adolescence. Life without <strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong><br />
is simply unimaginable. I am part of Dorot<br />
<strong>Ramah</strong> <strong>to</strong> make sure my kids and future<br />
generations have <strong>the</strong> same connection <strong>to</strong><br />
Judaism that has helped shape my life.”<br />
Jennifer Trilling, Los Angeles<br />
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Alon Binyamin Legacy Circle *<br />
Members of <strong>the</strong> Alon Binyamin Legacy Circle are securing <strong>the</strong> future of <strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong> in California through <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
estate plans. We are deeply grateful <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> following individuals for helping ensure that <strong>Ramah</strong> will be available for<br />
generations of campers <strong>to</strong> come.<br />
Anonymous<br />
Carol & Charles Abrams<br />
Jennifer & Aaron Aftergood<br />
Samantha Platt Auerbach & Michael Auerbach<br />
Jamie & Joel Berman<br />
Alex Bernstein & Sonia Daccarett<br />
David Braun, MD<br />
Ellen & Jeff Brown<br />
Rochelle & Freddy Cohen<br />
Janet & Jake Farber<br />
Jennifer & Rabbi Daniel Greyber<br />
Harold Grinspoon<br />
Marlene & Barry Horwitz<br />
Rebecca & David Kekst<br />
Sheila & Aaron Leibovic<br />
Miriam Lincoff<br />
Ilana & Mark Meskin<br />
Marlene & Randy Michaels<br />
Karmi & Harold Monsher<br />
Deborah Musher & Rabbi Joseph Menashe<br />
Paulette & Ron Nessim<br />
Julie & Marc Platt<br />
Jay & Tara Reisbaum<br />
Fredi & Rabbi Joel Rembaum<br />
Bea Reynolds<br />
Kathy & Peter Reynolds<br />
Avi & Sandi Schlesinger<br />
Dana Goodman Schlessinger &<br />
Evan Schlessinger<br />
Alan & Angel Schneider<br />
Julie Shuer & Steve Davis<br />
Sue Stengel & Steve Wallock<br />
Jackie & Michael Waterman<br />
Bruce F. Whizin<br />
*as of December 31, <strong>2011</strong>
It is Bea Reynolds’ personal mission <strong>to</strong> “rebuild what was<br />
lost” that has led her <strong>to</strong> become an extraordinary leader in <strong>the</strong> Jewish<br />
community. Her decades as a volunteer demonstrate fulfillment of<br />
her heartfelt mission and her remarkable dedication <strong>to</strong> Judaism.<br />
After emigrating from Germany in 1938, Bea spent her teen years in<br />
Chicago. She met and married Fred Reynolds (z”l), also a German<br />
immigrant, and <strong>to</strong>ge<strong>the</strong>r <strong>the</strong>y moved <strong>to</strong> Los Angeles in 1956. They<br />
promptly joined Temple Adat Ari El (known at that time as <strong>the</strong> Valley<br />
Jewish <strong>Community</strong> Center) and became deeply involved in Jewish<br />
life. Bea served as <strong>the</strong> youngest Sisterhood president (1963-65, a<br />
record still held <strong>to</strong> this day) and Fred was President at <strong>the</strong> time of <strong>the</strong><br />
Temple’s name change (1970-71).<br />
Having received a scholarship from <strong>the</strong> University of Judaism, Bea<br />
began a love affair with that institution, studying and volunteering.<br />
In <strong>the</strong> early ‘70s, she was <strong>the</strong> first woman elected <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> University’s<br />
Board of Direc<strong>to</strong>rs and has remained active on various committees,<br />
as well as serving as Archivist and <strong>the</strong> Docent leader.<br />
In Women’s League, <strong>the</strong> parent organization of all international<br />
conservative Sisterhoods, Bea continues <strong>to</strong> serve on <strong>the</strong> Board of <strong>the</strong><br />
Pacific Southwest Region and <strong>the</strong> international Board where, at this<br />
time, she is one of only two women still living who have received <strong>the</strong><br />
title of Honorary International Board Member of Women’s League for<br />
Conservative Judaism.<br />
Legacy Profile: Bea Reynolds<br />
She is deeply passionate about Torah Fund and has<br />
devoted over 50 years <strong>to</strong> growing its success.<br />
<strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong> in California played an important<br />
role in Bea’s life as well, as she and Fred spent<br />
25 years serving <strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong> in California as<br />
Board members. Their sons, Peter and Ron,<br />
as well as <strong>the</strong>ir grandchildren, have all attended<br />
<strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong>, and Peter has followed <strong>the</strong><br />
tradition with his own active role on <strong>the</strong> Board.<br />
Bea says her service <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> camp was “<strong>the</strong> natural<br />
thing <strong>to</strong> do,” and <strong>to</strong> demonstrate <strong>the</strong>ir commitment <strong>to</strong><br />
<strong>Ramah</strong>, she and Fred thoughtfully named <strong>the</strong> camp as a<br />
beneficiary in her estate plans. <strong>Ramah</strong> will thus become <strong>the</strong> recipient<br />
of a portion of Bea’s significant legacy, and her gift will make a<br />
difference for future generations of campers. In addition, Bea is now a<br />
member of <strong>the</strong> Alon Binyamin Legacy Circle at <strong>Ramah</strong>, which recognizes<br />
those whose planned gifts will help secure <strong>the</strong> future of <strong>the</strong> camp.<br />
With her amazing 50-year his<strong>to</strong>ry of volunteer activities and leadership<br />
roles, Bea is a powerful example of a life dedicated <strong>to</strong> Judaism and<br />
<strong>the</strong> preservation of tradition. She also sets an example for those<br />
interested in leaving a legacy with <strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong> in California. You,<br />
<strong>to</strong>o, can help us continue our work well in<strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> future by creating a<br />
planned gift, whe<strong>the</strong>r it’s through a bequest, a life insurance policy,<br />
or o<strong>the</strong>r creative options.<br />
For fur<strong>the</strong>r information on Legacy giving, please contact Ilana Ormond, Direc<strong>to</strong>r of Development, at 818-668-2929 or ilana@ramah.org.<br />
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Dedicated Facilities at <strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong> *<br />
Albert Observa<strong>to</strong>ry<br />
in memory of David Lawrence Albert<br />
Jeff As<strong>to</strong>r Foundation Volleyball Court<br />
in memory of Jeff As<strong>to</strong>r<br />
Ballonoff Aron Hakodesh<br />
in memory of Rabbi Martin A. Ballonoff<br />
Bassan Heiser Lodge<br />
Belzer Bunk Renovations<br />
Beren Athletic Facility<br />
Beren Family Parking Space<br />
Robert M. Beren Tennis Center<br />
in honor of his children & grandchildren & his sister,<br />
Lela Beren Jacoby & her children & grandchildren<br />
Berg Commons<br />
in honor of Al & Bess Berg<br />
Golden-Berkley Family Shade Sail<br />
Handball Court<br />
in memory of Ilan Gabriel Biederman<br />
Ma’agal Ilan<br />
in memory of Ilan Gabriel Biederman<br />
Braun Solar Facilities<br />
Bressman Family Benches<br />
Cohen-Farber-Lavender Families Solar Pool Heating<br />
Cole Family Outdoor Sanctuary<br />
Deutsch-Kurland-Weiner Friendship Circle<br />
Deutsch Boys’ Showers<br />
Rehov Deutsch<br />
Dorff-Nelson Kikar Tzion Outdoor Sanctuary<br />
in memory of Edith Judith Nelson<br />
Elaine & Leo Dozoretz Prayer Area<br />
Sunny & Harold Eas<strong>to</strong>n Prayer Area<br />
Sidney Eichenbaum Soccer Field<br />
Familian-Smalley Swimming Pool Facility<br />
in memory of Sunny & Isadore Familian<br />
Janet & Jake Farber <strong>Ramah</strong> <strong>Camp</strong> Grounds<br />
Farber Baseball Field<br />
Feinstein Plaza<br />
Federman Hersh Administration Building<br />
Fingerhut Chapel<br />
Flax Art Center<br />
Friedland Lodge<br />
Friedman Library<br />
in memory of Jack Lubeck<br />
Friendship Benches<br />
in honor of Tara & Jay Reisbaum,<br />
Sandi & Avi Schlesinger<br />
and Marci & Andrew Spitzer<br />
Friday Night Group Bench<br />
Ner Tamid<br />
given by <strong>the</strong> Gilberg and Lenz Families<br />
Gindi Chadar Ochel<br />
Leone & Marvin Golden Prayer Area<br />
Gonda Family Foundation Direc<strong>to</strong>r’s Office<br />
Mil<strong>to</strong>n & Sandy Gordon & Family Prayer Area<br />
Helene & Albert Greenfield Prayer Area<br />
Greyber Family Bench<br />
Greyber Family Retreat Center Suite<br />
Hyman Kikar Lil<br />
Jacoby Family Amphi<strong>the</strong>atre<br />
Lela & Dr. Norman Jacoby Prayer Area<br />
Janks Family Pool Slide Landing Area<br />
Jefferson Health Center Ward<br />
in honor of Irene, Elizabeth & Alexander Jefferson<br />
Charlotte & Dr. Edward Kamenir Prayer Area<br />
Kasirer Family Beit Midrash & Torah<br />
Kitah Table<br />
in memory of Dolores D. Kaye<br />
Herman H. Kaye Medical Center<br />
Kitchen Renovation<br />
given by <strong>the</strong> Farber, Gindi & Miller Families<br />
and <strong>the</strong> Martin F. Witkin Charitable Trust<br />
Labowe Bunks<br />
Sara & Simha Lainer Prayer Area<br />
Alon Binyamin<br />
in memory of Ben J. Lax<br />
Marp Suite<br />
in memory of <strong>the</strong> parents of Allan & Mary Lazaroff<br />
Lazaroff <strong>Camp</strong>er Residence<br />
Leibovic Family Kitah Table<br />
in honor of Tova,Talia & Tori Leibovic<br />
Aaron & Sheila Leibovic Family Pool<br />
Leibovic Family Pool Slide<br />
Shirley & Ted Levine Basketball Court<br />
in memory of Ted Levine<br />
Irene & Howard Levine Family Retreat Center<br />
Levine Garden Patio<br />
in memory of Phillip M. & Beatrice Levine
Levine Canteen<br />
David & Es<strong>the</strong>r Lieber Dining Hall<br />
Lincoff Nurse’s Office<br />
Rehov Lincoff<br />
Adam Lip<strong>to</strong>n Bunk Play Area<br />
Benjamin Lowy Remote <strong>Camp</strong>ground Trail<br />
Meskin Family Kitah Table<br />
Meskin Family Full Perimeter Trail Loop<br />
Meskin Family Ropes Course<br />
Miller Bunks<br />
i n honor of <strong>the</strong> grandchildren of Judith &<br />
Louis G. Miller<br />
Miller Bunks<br />
in memory of Sally & Meyer Miller<br />
Judith & Louis Miller Gazebo<br />
Mount Sinai Memorial Park Reading Room<br />
Evelyn & Seymour Neuman Prayer Area<br />
Nessim Family Pool Deck<br />
Jack and Bel Ostrow Executive Dining Room<br />
Evelyn & John Pennish Prayer Area<br />
Platt Family Dance Patio<br />
in honor of Samantha, Jonah, Hannah,<br />
Benjamin & Henry Platt<br />
Platt Family Parking Space<br />
Marjorie & Herman Platt Prayer Area<br />
Bea & Fred Reynolds Prayer Area<br />
Dedicated Facilities at <strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong> *<br />
Robin <strong>Camp</strong>er Residence<br />
Flagpoles<br />
given by M. Harvey & Jean Powell<br />
Rochlin <strong>Camp</strong>er Residence<br />
Original Tennis Court Facility<br />
in memory of “Mikey”–Michael Lawrence Ros<strong>to</strong>n<br />
Salkin Family Tree House & Trail<br />
Janet & Maxwell H. Salter Prayer Area<br />
Helen & Raymond Sandler Prayer Area<br />
Schlessinger Family Gaga Court<br />
Schlessinger Family Kitah Table<br />
Schlessinger Family Shade Sail<br />
Schneider Family Gan<br />
in honor of Cheyenne, Evan & Ivy Schneider<br />
Rehov Schneider<br />
Vera & Abraham A. Schnierow Prayer Area<br />
Schulman Nurse’s Office<br />
Rehov Selter<br />
Rehov Shalom<br />
in memory of Dr. S. Salem Fabe<br />
by Brenda Fabe & Michael Adler<br />
Silverman Doc<strong>to</strong>r’s Suite<br />
Ezra Dormi<strong>to</strong>ry Suite<br />
in memory of Lana Berke Silverman<br />
Flora & Arnold Skovron Prayer Area<br />
Bea & Sam Smotrich Prayer Area<br />
Dr. Jacob Sokol Memorial<br />
Spitzer Heder Bishul<br />
Spiwak-Baran Staff Lounge<br />
Giborei Yisrael Beit Knesset<br />
in memory of Jacob Hillel Stern<br />
Scott S<strong>to</strong>ne Activity Field<br />
in memory of Scott Noah S<strong>to</strong>ne<br />
S<strong>to</strong>ne Family Ezra Program Dormi<strong>to</strong>ry<br />
Es<strong>the</strong>r Strimling Prayer Area<br />
Tenenblatt Family Pool Slide<br />
Flag Circle<br />
in memory of Jerry L. Weber<br />
Waterman Family Parking Space<br />
Evelyn & Seymour Waterman Prayer Area<br />
Weiner–Finkelstein–Taff Family Beit Yaacov<br />
in memory of Jack A. Finkelstein and in honor of<br />
Irving & Lillian Weiner & Kitty Finkelstein<br />
Weiner–Finkelstein–Taff Family Parking Space<br />
Whizin Building<br />
Whizin Rose Garden and Entry<br />
Wolens Family Shade Sail<br />
Ruth & Allen Ziegler Bakery<br />
Ziegler <strong>Camp</strong>er Residence<br />
Ziegler Hall<br />
Max & Pauline Zimmer Conference Center<br />
* With this list, we endeavor <strong>to</strong> build a permanent record of <strong>the</strong> many camp facilities made possible through <strong>the</strong> generosity of committed donors. Recognizing that <strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong> in California has moved from its original site<br />
and that <strong>the</strong> use of various camp facilities has changed over time, we realize <strong>the</strong>re may be some errors or omissions. We hope that you will help in our efforts by notifying us of additions, corrections or changes that should<br />
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<strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong> in California Endowment Funds<br />
Endowments have been established <strong>to</strong> provide support for scholarships and for <strong>the</strong> development of new programs<br />
without <strong>the</strong> necessity of increasing camp fees. <strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong> in California would like <strong>to</strong> thank all who have donated<br />
<strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong> Scholarship Endowment Fund and <strong>to</strong> our Program Endowments, and those families who have<br />
established <strong>the</strong> following endowments.<br />
SCHOLARSHIP ENDOWMENTS<br />
Anonymous Scholarship Endowment Fund<br />
Appel Scholarship Endowment Fund<br />
Sam & Rosalie Barnett Scholarship Fund<br />
The Rhoda & Bob Barnhard, Betty & Sheldon<br />
Feinberg Endowment<br />
in memory of Harry Barnhard<br />
Becker Scholarship Endowment Fund<br />
Robert M. Beren Scholarship Fund<br />
Bockman Scholarship Endowment Fund<br />
Deutsch Family Scholarship Endowment<br />
Freda & William Fingerhut Scholarship<br />
Endowment Fund<br />
The Abner & Roz Goldstine Scholarship Fund<br />
Goodglick Family Scholarship Endowment Fund<br />
Grandparents Four Scholarship Endowment Fund<br />
Dr. Norman & Lela Jacoby Scholarship Endowment<br />
Ralph & Taren Jacoby Metson, Joel & Susan<br />
Jacoby Stern, Jonathan & Judy Jacoby Chiel<br />
Scholarship Endowment Fund<br />
in honor of our parents Dr. Norman &<br />
Lela Jacoby<br />
Sybil & Mannon Kaplan Scholarship Fund<br />
Debra & Robert Kasirer Scholarship Fund<br />
Bessie Krevitz Scholarship Endowment Fund<br />
Irene & Howard Levine Scholarship Fund<br />
Philip M. & Beatrice Levine Scholarship Fund<br />
Dr. David Leiber Scholarship Endowment Fund<br />
Lowy Scholarship Endowment Fund<br />
Petty & Bates Metson Scholarship Endowment Fund<br />
Julie & Marc Platt, Ellen & Adam E. Beren,<br />
Nancy T. Beren & Dr. Larry Jefferson, Amy &<br />
Robert Bressman Scholarship Endowment<br />
The Schneider Family Scholarship Endowment<br />
Lana Berke Silverman Tikvah Scholarship Fund<br />
The Smotrich Family Scholarship Fund<br />
Reuben Tucker Scholarship Endowment Fund<br />
Shari & Michael Weiner Scholarship Endowment<br />
Sidney & Marilyn Williams Scholarship<br />
Endowment Fund<br />
Whizin Scholarship Fund<br />
Ziegler Scholarship Endowment Fund<br />
Zimmer Scholarship Fund<br />
PROGRAM ENDOWMENTS<br />
The Barnhard Mador Young Leadership Endowment<br />
The Spitzer Family IKAR Endowment<br />
The Spiwak Family Tikkun Olam Endowment<br />
Tikvah Program Endowment<br />
The Ziegler Tikvah Counselors Endowment<br />
OTHER ENDOWMENTS<br />
Nuritt & Elie Mechaly Facilities Beautification<br />
and Maintenance Endowment Fund<br />
Art Williams Rosh Gesher Endowment
The following pages acknowledge donors who made gifts <strong>to</strong> <strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong> in <strong>2011</strong> only. We are deeply grateful <strong>to</strong> all of our donors who have generously contributed in previous years.<br />
$100,000 and up<br />
The Jim Joseph Foundation<br />
at <strong>the</strong> Jewish Federation of<br />
Greater Los Angeles<br />
Ruth Ziegler<br />
$50,000 – $99,999<br />
Sandy Gordon<br />
Janine and Peter Lowy *<br />
Ilana and Dr. Mark Meskin<br />
Julie and Marc Platt<br />
$25,000 – $49,999<br />
Robert Beren<br />
Janet and Jake Farber<br />
Lela and Dr. Norman Jacoby<br />
Lisa and Vic<strong>to</strong>r Kohn<br />
Sheila and Aaron Leibovic<br />
Irene and Howard Levine<br />
National <strong>Ramah</strong> Commission<br />
Diane and Howard Zack<br />
$10,000 – $24,999<br />
Alpert & Alpert Iron & Metal, Inc.<br />
Nancy and Scott Beiser<br />
Rochelle and Freddy Cohen<br />
Louis L. Colen<br />
Suzanne and Elliott Felson<br />
Donna Gilbert<br />
Roz and Abner Goldstine<br />
Sandy and Bill Goodglick<br />
Jewish <strong>Community</strong> Foundation<br />
Mannon Kaplan<br />
The Herman H. Kaye Charitable<br />
Foundation<br />
The Simha and Sara Lainer Family<br />
Foundation<br />
Betty Ma<strong>to</strong>ff z”l<br />
Hannah Platt<br />
Fred Siegel<br />
Marci and Dr. Andrew Spitzer<br />
Sheila and Dr. Alan Spiwak<br />
Anne and David Steirman<br />
Arthur Williams<br />
Martin F. Witkin Charitable Trust /<br />
Michael Waterman, Trustee<br />
Betty and Ron Ziegler<br />
Max and Pauline Zimmer Family<br />
Foundation<br />
$5,000 – $9,999<br />
Anonymous<br />
Drs. Aviva and Leon Biederman<br />
Ellen and Jeff Brown<br />
CAS Foundation<br />
Emily and Rick Corle<strong>to</strong><br />
Marlynn and Rabbi Elliot Dorff<br />
Ben B. and Joyce E. Eisenberg<br />
Foundation<br />
Andrea J. Narin and Lawrence B. Gill<br />
Rachel Gindi<br />
Elyse Weise and David Gorney<br />
Jewish Federation of San Diego<br />
County<br />
Rebecca and David Kekst<br />
Ellie and Mark Lainer<br />
Amy and Harold Masor<br />
Judith and Louis Miller<br />
Heidi and Jon Monkarsh<br />
Gwen Shelden and Jeremy Rosenthal<br />
Santa Clarita Real Estate<br />
Partnership LTD<br />
Jennifer Kattler Trilling and<br />
Lawrence Trilling<br />
Lesley and Jeffrey Wolman<br />
<strong>2011</strong> Donors<br />
$2,500 – $4,999<br />
Jenny and Aaron Aftergood<br />
Heidi and Noam Arzt<br />
Jamie and Joel Berman<br />
Amy and Robert Bressman<br />
Sylvie and Mark Deutsch<br />
Susan and Dr. David Farkas<br />
Helgard and Irwin Field<br />
Judy Fischer<br />
Foundation for Jewish <strong>Camp</strong><br />
Grinspoon Institute for Jewish<br />
Philanthropy<br />
Hyman Levine Foundation<br />
Sharon and Leon Janks<br />
Nancy Beren and Dr. Larry Jefferson<br />
Jennifer and Michael Kaplan<br />
Lisa and Gary Lainer<br />
Nadine and Steven Lavender<br />
Allyn and Jeffrey Levine<br />
Deborah and Dr. Etan Milgrom<br />
Mount Sinai Memorial Parks &<br />
Mortuaries<br />
Fredi and Rabbi Joel Rembaum<br />
Sandi and Avi Schlesinger<br />
Annette and Daniel Shapiro<br />
Sisterhood of Adat Ari El<br />
Elizabeth and Michael Soroudi<br />
Marilyn Ziering<br />
* Final gift of <strong>the</strong> generous 5-year Lowy <strong>Camp</strong>ership Incentive, which enabled nearly 500 new campers <strong>to</strong> participate in <strong>the</strong> <strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong> experience.<br />
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<strong>2011</strong> Donors<br />
$1,000 – $2,499<br />
Adele and Trevor Abramson<br />
Susan and Carl Albert<br />
American Committee for <strong>the</strong><br />
Weizmann Institute of Science<br />
Appelbaum Family Foundation<br />
Jeff As<strong>to</strong>r Foundation<br />
Samantha Platt Auerbach and<br />
Michael Auerbach<br />
Amy and Gary A. Ball<br />
Jill and Thomas Barad<br />
Rhoda and Dr. Robert H. Barnhard<br />
Sanford and Phyllis Beim Family<br />
Foundation<br />
Donna and Ron Bender<br />
J.B. Berland Foundation<br />
Sonia and Alex Bernstein<br />
Geri and Herb Bieber<br />
Selina and Brian Boxer-Wachler<br />
The Brand Foundation of<br />
New York, Inc.<br />
Jill and Adam Carmer<br />
Jeri and Ira Cohen<br />
Gabrielle and Dr. Malcolm Cosgrove<br />
Julie Shuer and Steven Davis<br />
Eileen and Dr. Don Diamond<br />
Deborah and Eric Diamond<br />
Myra Diamond<br />
Dixie Richards Dresner and<br />
Dr. Steven Dresner<br />
Judy and Tom Flesh<br />
Jackie and Scott Frager<br />
Tamar and Dr. Gerald Freeman<br />
Peter Gluck<br />
Shawn Goodman<br />
Diane and David Gould<br />
Lisa and Randy Gruen<br />
Gumbiner Savett, Inc.<br />
Hebrew Union College<br />
Renee and Dr. Harold Holland<br />
Marlene and Barry Horwitz<br />
Charlotte Kamenir<br />
Gaby and Jeffrey Kaplan<br />
Dr. Lynne Diamond and Gary Kates<br />
Rabbi Sheldon Kirsch<br />
Havi and Rabbi Adam Kligfeld<br />
Karen and James Kohut<br />
Deborah Kattler Kupetz and<br />
David Kupetz<br />
Lee and Luis Lainer<br />
Elayne and Howard Levkowitz<br />
Susan L. Lopez-Giss<br />
Virginia and Frank Maas<br />
Nuritt and Elie Mechaly<br />
Deborah Musher and<br />
Rabbi Joseph M. Menashe<br />
Bette and Albert Menashe<br />
Taren and Dr. Ralph Metson<br />
Milken Family Foundation<br />
Amy and Joseph Miller<br />
Karmi and Harold Monsher<br />
Paulette and Ron Nessim<br />
Ruth and Sidney Pilot<br />
Eva Raber<br />
Kathy and Peter Reynolds<br />
Janice and Benjamin Reznik<br />
Adele and Herb Reznikoff<br />
Peggy and Edward Robin<br />
Lois and Rabbi Moshe Rothblum<br />
Dr. Claudia Wallock and<br />
Sandor Samuels<br />
Dana and Evan Schlessinger<br />
Angel and Alan Schneider<br />
Sherri and Robert Schreiber<br />
Shirley and Marvin Selter<br />
Fela and David Shapell<br />
Annette and Leonard Shapiro<br />
Sinai Temple<br />
Mehry and Dr. Marvin Smotrich<br />
Aaron Spiwak<br />
Susan Jacoby and Joel Stern<br />
Rosalyn Taub<br />
Anna and William Tenenblatt<br />
The Saul Brandman Foundation<br />
Linda and Stephan Tow<br />
Jackie and Michael Waterman<br />
Deborah Eisen and Joel Weinstein<br />
Bruce Whizin<br />
Orna and Keenan Wolens<br />
Young Family Trust at<br />
The San Diego Foundation<br />
Jan and Dr. Phillip Zakowski<br />
Dr. Gita Zarnegar<br />
Kim Zucker<br />
Mark Zucker
$500 – $999<br />
Adat Ari El<br />
Leah Adler<br />
Sara and Dr. David Aftergood<br />
Sharon and Michael Bacharach<br />
Alyse and Stuart Berkley<br />
Dina Chernick<br />
Lisa and Craig Cooper<br />
Drs. Gaby and Danny Cosgrove<br />
Sherri and Paul Cunningham<br />
Gail and Hal Dash<br />
Cheryl and Bill Davidson<br />
Sol Dresner<br />
Judith and Dr. Leslie Eber<br />
Rebekah and Howard Farber<br />
Jory and Ted Feldman<br />
Larry Fell<br />
Molly Forrest and Erwin Diller<br />
Beth As<strong>to</strong>r and Rodney Freeman<br />
Helyn and Robert Friedman<br />
Elaine and Sy Goldberg<br />
Tamira and Dean Goldfein<br />
Clarann and Irwin Goldring<br />
Drs. Marian and Charles Goldsmith<br />
Selma Goldstein<br />
Iris Goodman<br />
Green, Hasson & Janks<br />
Earl Greinetz<br />
Myna and Uri Herscher<br />
Sheila and Mil<strong>to</strong>n Hyman<br />
Jewish Family Service<br />
Jewish Free Loan<br />
Jonah Press Fund<br />
Debra and Robert Kasirer<br />
KASL Foundation<br />
Hannah and Marshall Kramer<br />
Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz<br />
and Scott Lenz<br />
Julie and David Levine<br />
Lewis & Gerry Sare Philanthropic<br />
Fund<br />
Isabel and M. Milo Mandel<br />
Abby and Jonny Mars<br />
Marcy and Frank Mel<strong>to</strong>n<br />
Lora and James Meyer<br />
Marlene and Randy Michaels<br />
Dr. William Miller<br />
Roll Giving<br />
Janet and Robert Rosenblum<br />
Wendy and Allan Rosenthal<br />
Laurence Rubin<br />
Leah and Edward Schneider<br />
Ellen and Rabbi Allan Schranz<br />
Shirley Baskin Foundation<br />
Sinai Temple Men’s Club<br />
Sinai Temple Sisterhood<br />
Julie Smooke<br />
Sou<strong>the</strong>rn California Cinetech<br />
Students Run LA<br />
Temple Sinai Las Vegas<br />
Delilah and Mark Urman<br />
Sam Utay<br />
Susan Stengel and Steve Wallock<br />
Harriet and Harold Waterman<br />
Shari and Michael Weiner<br />
Drs. Hana and Robert Wexler<br />
Susan and David Wilstein<br />
Ruby and Peter Winkelman<br />
Gary Wolens<br />
Olivia and John Ziegler<br />
Marjorie and Mandell S. Ziegler<br />
$250 – $499<br />
Aetna PAC Match Program<br />
Rosanna Bogart<br />
Suzy and Stephen Bookbinder<br />
Michelle and Rabbi Micah Caplan<br />
Rabbi Shawn and Tom Fields-Meyer<br />
Elissa and Dr. Bruce Fishman<br />
Adeena Fitter<br />
Liz Forer<br />
Doris and Ernest B. Goodman<br />
Howard Green<br />
Jennifer and Rabbi Daniel Greyber<br />
<strong>2011</strong> Donors<br />
Rabbi Nicole Guzik<br />
Deborah Schmidt and<br />
Rabbi Abraham Havivi<br />
Stacey Jasper<br />
Susan and George Kaplan<br />
Drs. Beth and Abner Korn<br />
Carole and Dr. David Kulber<br />
Jill and Marty Lasker<br />
Ariella and David Lehrer<br />
Mary Beth and Richard Lieberman<br />
Mitchell Locks<br />
Los Angeles Hebrew High School<br />
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<strong>2011</strong> Donors<br />
Angela and Dr. Jamshid Maddahi<br />
Eve and Dr. Harold Marcus<br />
Petty and Dr. Bates Metson<br />
Carina and Jonathan M. Miller<br />
Dr. Laurie Levenson and<br />
Douglas Mirell<br />
Leah Mizrachi<br />
Lydia and Dr. Benjamin Musher<br />
Gail and Dr. Ken Nussen<br />
Jean Powell<br />
Marjorie and Rabbi Jacob Pressman<br />
Irene and Robert Prushan<br />
Alison Mayersohn and<br />
Rabbi Laurence Scheindlin<br />
Susan Goland and Russell Schwartz<br />
Rabbi Gail Labovitz and<br />
William Seligman<br />
Joann Siegel<br />
Micaela F. Varela and Scott Sigel<br />
Selma and Phillip Silverman<br />
Neila and Harvey Sisskind<br />
Fran and Arnold Stengel<br />
Louise and Craig Taubman<br />
Toth Inc/Corsun Inc.<br />
Paul Troy<br />
Stephanie and Michael Weisberg<br />
Elana Rimmon Zimmerman<br />
and Scott Zimmerman<br />
$118 – $249<br />
Vivian and Ron Alberts<br />
Merrill and Gregg Alpert<br />
David Ashkenazi<br />
June Bell and Neil Mendelson<br />
Debi and Elie Benaron<br />
Jackie Beuzieron<br />
Ellen and Dr. David Braun<br />
Lindsay and Will Bressman<br />
Rhonda Averbach and Jack Chislov<br />
Carol and Dr. Ralph Clayman<br />
Mildred and Murray Cohen<br />
Cari and Rabbi Mitchell Cohen<br />
Tina and Bruce Coleman<br />
Dvorah Colker<br />
Congregation Ner Tamid<br />
of South Bay<br />
Congregation Netivot Shalom<br />
Itay Engelman<br />
Gail Fischmann<br />
Ruth and David Fiske<br />
Vanessa and Martin Friedman<br />
Ivonne and Daniel Goldberg<br />
Sheryl and Seth Goldman<br />
Pamela Goldman<br />
Frances and Mil<strong>to</strong>n Goodman<br />
Karen and Jeffrey Goss<br />
Robin and Dr. Gil Graff<br />
Karen and Steven Grey<br />
Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Hostyk<br />
Rebekah and Robert Hurwitz<br />
Eva and Samuel Jason<br />
Dr. Zachary Lasker<br />
Michal and Howard Lesner<br />
Irene S. Lieberman<br />
Lea and Alexander Loewinger<br />
Rosalie Lurie<br />
Joi L. Morris and<br />
Mat<strong>the</strong>w F. Maccoby<br />
Julie and Joel Mayer<br />
Sharon C. McCauley<br />
Golda and Dr. Martin Mendelsohn<br />
Michelle and Jerry Mendelsohn<br />
Teri and Howard Naftalin<br />
Ilana and Steven Ormond<br />
Alexandra Penzell<br />
Sue and Howard Platt<br />
Marcy and Andrew Polsky<br />
Deborah and Dr. Bruce<br />
Powell<br />
Lisa and Dr. David Raphael<br />
Beatrice Reynolds<br />
Lauren and David Ross<br />
Dr. and Mrs. Alan Saven<br />
Tracy and Dale Schatz<br />
Susan and Dr. Isaac Schmidt<br />
Elin and Dr. Steven Schwartz<br />
Lili and Dr. Jamshid Shafai<br />
Helene and Ira Smith<br />
Ann and Barry Steinberg<br />
Stella and Dr. Leslie Stricke<br />
Ronit Tsadok<br />
Sherry Weinman and<br />
Michael Umansky<br />
Leslie and Dr. Andrew Wachtel<br />
Nancy and Dr. Barry Waldman<br />
Linda Press Wulf and<br />
Dr. Stanley Wulf
YEAR-ROUND STAFF<br />
Rabbi Joseph M. Menashe<br />
Executive Direc<strong>to</strong>r<br />
Randy Michaels<br />
Direc<strong>to</strong>r of Finance and Administration<br />
Elie Mechaly<br />
Direc<strong>to</strong>r of Operations<br />
Ilana Ormond<br />
Direc<strong>to</strong>r of Development<br />
Amy Mendelsohn<br />
Program Coordina<strong>to</strong>r<br />
Wendy Morris<br />
Finance Manager<br />
Karmi Monsher<br />
Outreach Coordina<strong>to</strong>r<br />
Hanit Stern<br />
Office Coordina<strong>to</strong>r<br />
Jenni Romano<br />
Finance Assistant<br />
Erika Guerrero<br />
Development Assistant<br />
Elana Naftalin-Kelman<br />
Tikvah Direc<strong>to</strong>r<br />
<strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong> 2012 Board of Direc<strong>to</strong>rs<br />
& Year-Round Staff<br />
2012 BOARD OF DIRECTORS<br />
Avi Schlesinger, Chair<br />
Aaron Aftergood<br />
Rabbi Bradley Artson<br />
Samantha Platt Auerbach<br />
Gary A. Ball<br />
Nancy Beiser<br />
Joel Berman<br />
Alex Bernstein<br />
Ellen Brown<br />
Jill Carmer<br />
Rochelle Cohen<br />
Alison Feinberg<br />
Tom Fields-Meyer<br />
Beth As<strong>to</strong>r Freeman<br />
Oren Gabriel<br />
Lawrence Gill<br />
Jeffrey Kaplan<br />
Rebecca Kekst<br />
Lisa Kohn<br />
Audrey Kraus<br />
Gary Lainer<br />
Sheila Leibovic<br />
Ilana Meskin<br />
Heidi Monkarsh<br />
Julie Platt<br />
Lee Rosen<br />
Dana Goodman Schlessinger<br />
Sherri Schreiber<br />
Marvin Selter<br />
Julie Shuer<br />
Sheila Baran Spiwak<br />
Dr. Andrew Spitzer<br />
Jennifer Kattler Trilling<br />
Michael Waterman<br />
Shari Weiner<br />
Bruce Whizin<br />
Orna Wolens<br />
Lesley Wolman<br />
Gita Zarnegar<br />
Honorary Life Direc<strong>to</strong>rs<br />
Dr. Robert Barnhard<br />
Murray Cohen<br />
Jake Farber<br />
Dr. Norman Jacoby<br />
Mannon Kaplan<br />
Howard Levine<br />
Louis Miller<br />
Jay Reisbaum<br />
Dr. Paul Schultz<br />
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Summer <strong>Camp</strong> 2012<br />
Session 1 (grades 4-10): June 20 – July 17<br />
Session 2 (grades 4-10): July 19 – Aug.15<br />
Gesher A (grades 3 & 4): June 20 – July 3<br />
Gesher B (grades 4 & 5): July 4 – 17<br />
Gesher C (grades 3 & 4): July 19 – Aug. 1<br />
Gesher D (grades 4 & 5): August 2 – 15<br />
Tikvah<br />
Session 1: June 21 – July 17<br />
Session 2: July 20 – August 15<br />
Save <strong>the</strong> Dates<br />
<strong>Camp</strong> Ohr Lanu<br />
August 17 – 22, 2012<br />
August 2, 2012<br />
Legacy Planning Evening for<br />
<strong>Ramah</strong> families (San Fernando Valley),<br />
Private home *<br />
IN CALIFORNIA<br />
August 9, 2012<br />
Legacy Planning Evening for<br />
<strong>Ramah</strong> families (Westside),<br />
Private home*<br />
*Please call for details<br />
December 5, 2012<br />
<strong>Ramah</strong> Annual Gala<br />
17525 Ventura Boulevard • Suite 201 • Encino, California 91316 • Phone: (888) 226-7726 • www.ramah.org<br />
<strong>Camp</strong> <strong>Ramah</strong> is an American <strong>Camp</strong> Association accredited, coed, residential summer camp affiliated with <strong>the</strong> Conservative Movement and National <strong>Ramah</strong> Commission<br />
and operates under <strong>the</strong> educational auspices of <strong>the</strong> Ziegler School of Rabbinic Studies at American Jewish University.<br />
IN CALIFORNIA