The Philly Friendship Circle
Honoring
Sandy Cozen
and our teens & young adults
Sunday, April 3, 2016 Honorary BFF Chair Steve Cozen Squad Co-Chairs Sheri Resnik, Lori Rosenberg & Cathi Snyder FC Super Mensche Emanuel Korn Teen Co-Chairs Annie Barson & Eli Katz Teen Outreach Chair Jake Gordon
We dedicate this evening to the Rebbe's Legacy
THE REBBE RABBI MENACHEM M. SCHNEERSON The Rebbe’s unconditional love of people knew no bounds. To the Rebbe, all belonged. It is this belief in Jewish unity, the notion that no one of us is complete unless all of us are included, that goes to the very core and essence of the Rebbe’s teaching. It is this concept that motivates and guides The Friendship Circle.
Our Mission For over ten years, The Friendship Circle has been connecting teens and young adults to youth with special needs and their families, through a full range of social offerings. Together, they enjoy mutually rewarding experiences such as one-onone weekly play dates, Jewish holiday celebrations and creative arts group activities. Inspired by the magic of genuine friendship, our youth cultivate understanding, kindness and responsibility, developing a caring and inclusive community.
The Friendship Circle Offers A Full Range of Dynamic Programs
For teens and young adults with special needs
for children with special needs
Teen and Young Adult Social and Volunteer Opportunities Helpers Circle Birthright Israel Trip
Friends at Home Weekly Visits Sunday Circle Respite Sessions Jewish Celebrations and Holiday Events Drop-off Programs Holidays-at-Home Activity Packages Bar/Bat Mitzvah Private Tutoring Field Trips
For parents of youth with special needs Parent Listserv Networking Sessions Informative Speaker Presentations Moms’ and Dads’ Nights Out
The Friendship Circle Offers A Full Range of Dynamic Programs
for teenage volunteers Mitzvah Volunteer Program (educational opportunity for 6th and 7th grade students) The Volunteer Club Volunteer Sensitivity Workshops Leadership League Ambassadors Club Professional Staff Support Friends at Home Volunteer Support
Executive Board Members
Members at Large
Jillian Axelrod (teen advisor) Rebecca Cohen Leza Raffel Jonathan Seltzer Gail Simon
Susan Berman Andrea Coren Devorah Deitsch Alicia Felton Jill Feinberg Talya Fishman Carole Shames Frank George Frank Rita Lourie Galena Celia Glick George Gordon Tracy Gordon Rachel Hachen Linda J. Heller Renee W. Kalandar Eve Kovsky Helaine Leibowitz Marcia Levinson Chava Schmidt Menachem Schmidt Bruce Sham Hilde Sham Eileen S. Sklaroff Miriam Taubman Sheryl Tregerman
Staff Rabbi Zev Baram Executive Director Chani Schmidt Baram Director of Operations Victoria Branca Administrative Coordinator Emily Coplon Program Support Cait Gilmartin Behavioral Specialist Consultant Heather Mushock Program Coordinator Jared Pashko Volunteer Coordinator Christina Pellegrino-Stafford Behavioral Specialist Consultant
Tribute Committee Jan & Pete Albert Julie & Robert Axelrod Maddie & Herman Axelrod Maggie & Leon Barson Robin Batoff Reeva & Dan Benau Aaron Benau Nancy & Martin Black Iris & Larry Brownstein Malka & David Caroline Dina & Larry Caroline Andrea & Mark Chesen Temma & Mendy Cohen Holly Cohen & Leib Meadvin Emily Coplon & Arthur Sauerhaft Lisa & Ephraim Dardashti Candy & Tad Decker Devorah & Shaya Deitsch Joan & David Denenberg Vicki & Gary Erlbaum Amy & Daniel Erlbaum Chris Fallon Maria & Tom Federman Jill Feinberg Pam & Scott Feldman Alicia Felton & Sherrill Neff Darien & Chuck Finder Avi Finder Michele & Dominic Frederico Dayle Friedman & David Ferleger
Cara & John Fry Lewis I. Gantman Bev & Joe Gerber Connie & David Girard-diCarlo Paula & Bill Glazer Judy & John Glick Jennifer & Wayne Goldenberg Tracy & George Gordon Dini & Zushe Gurevitz Karen & Curt Heffler Rocky & Jerry Heller Lauren & Michael Heller Cristy & Mitchell Hollin Michele & Howard Horenstein Ruth & Rick Horowitz Elizabeth Harris Hyams Judy Jaron Liz & Matthew Kamens Tickey & Yossi Kaplan Marsha & Darin Katz Margie & Steven Katz Myriam Klotz & Margot Stein Nava & Benyamin Korn Joy Landau Chana Lane Elise & Richard Lessans Lori & Raymond Levin Michele & Robert Levin Sharon & Jonathan Levin Susie & Paul Lichtman
Gail & Elliot Norry Marie & Patrick O’Connor Freda Pepper & Howard Bernstein Lauren & Scott Ravitz Jennifer Rice & Michael Forman Emily C. Riley Jill & Brian Rosen Nancy & Mark Rounbehler Marcia & Ron Rubin Eydie Rudman & Howard Levin Shari & Stuart Rudoler Norman Ruttenberg Linda Saltz Susan & Jeffrey Schwartz Barry F. Schwartz Shana Schwartz & Larry Steinberg Hilde & Bruce Sham Michal & Shraga Sherman Deborah Siegel Gail & Larry Simon Karen & David Solomon Carol & Robert Summers Dani & Jay Tapper Barbara Lichtman Tayar Sheryl & Richard Tregerman Elissa & David Waldstein Renee & Joe Zuritsky
Our Teens 2016 Ambassadors
Mentors
Harrison Axelrod Spencer Barsh Elise Black Rachel Blackman Theodore Chiara Jenna Eggert Lily Haklay Benji Joffe Hailey King Kerren Matthews Josh Rosen Julia Rosen Alexa Solomon Danielle Stern Samantha Tapper Eliana Warshal
Jillian Axelrod Isaiah Coplon Sarah Federman Julia Govberg Stephen Kerstein Miranda Katz Alice Lehr Michael Levin Max Newman Allison Oblon Joey Rudoler Tali Rychik Sarah Sassler Remi Schwartz Jeremy Tuttle Stephanie Waldstein
Leadership League Annie Barson Aaron Bernstein Amanda Glazer Jacob Gordon Eli Katz Moshe Meadvin Ilya Rake Tali Satlow Kate Seltzer
Allyson Abramson Leon Abramson Genesis Abramson Noa Agami Justin Allem Spencer Armon Lena Armstrong Ally Aronsky Hannah Assour Eden Astorino Sylvie August Noah Averick Andrew Axelrod Cory Barnet Lane Barsh Emily Barson Ilana Barzel Benjamin Bernstein Makayla Bernstein Sophia Beyda Sarit Bitton Hayley Block Shelby Block Katia Boyet Amanda Brown Jillian Bukstel Jesse Burak Billy Cohen Isabel Cohen Halle Cooper Robbie Copit Amitai Coplon
Our Teens 2016
Hannah Cotler Zev Cotler Joel Danilewitz Drew Dannenbaum Arie Dash Dionna Dash Gabe Dayanim Miriam Decker Chase Denenberg Simone DiCriscio MaryNell Disman Matan Dolev Drew Dorfman Jane Eaddy Claire Eckstein-Indik Deena Elul Ezra Entin Caleb Epstein Hannah Erlbaum Mia Erlbaum Helena Federman Matthew Federman Julia Fellus Anat Ferleger Daniel Flick Josh Franklin Taylor Freed Oren Gabbay Alan Garcia Rachel Gershuny Adam Gladstone Rose Glantz
Jess Goldberg Josh Goldberg Itay Goldfarb Shai Goldman Danielle Goldstein Jordana Goldstein Mike Golkow Eli Gordon Sarah Graub Brooke Green Ryan Greenbaum Gabriel Greenberg Jordan Greenberg Julia Grossinger Jose Haua Jenna Heisman Emily Hersh Sydney Hewitt Reid Hollin Jack Hyams Sara Hyams Lauren Izenberg Rebecca Izes Benjamin Jacobson Isabella Jacobson Emma Jolinger Luke Jones Rebecca Joseph Samuel Joseph Sarah Joseph Amanda Kaliner Megan Kaliner
Jonah Katz Julia Kauffman Lily Kelley Jacob Kerstein Andrew Kineke Ben King Maddie Kitnick Nikki Knudsen Joshua Kohn Kimmie Krane Danielle Kupersmith Samuel Lazarus Courtney Leon Joey Levin Kate Levin Sarah Levin Sophie Levin Sterna Levin Nina Lindenbaum-Grosbard Avi Lipton Amalia Littwin Gavi Littwin Kobi Littwin Rafi Littwin Michal Loren Avery Love Jonah Lutz Camila Madero Elijah Magerman Zoe Malamed Benjamin Margolis Rachael Mason
Lindsey Mass Lillian McClure Katelyn McNulty Daniel Meadvin Benjamin Miller Jared Miller Leonard Miller Micah Miller Rebecca Miller Zeke Millrood Talia Morris Daniel Nahamo Ida Narli Noah Notis Lauren Oblon Lily Paikoff Natalie Paskin Malky Perlberger Daniele Polatnick Vivian Pugliese Hadar Re’em Sam Richard Daniel Rosen Sam Rosen Kloe Rosenberg Jill Rubenstein Brooke Salon Madelyn Savitch Lindsey Schlackman Alice Schmidt Margo Schoenberg Abigayle Schonberger
Our Teens 2016
Eva Schwartz Ian Schwartz Jordan Segall Ben Seltzer Rebecca Shaid Maya Shapira Randy Shapiro Sophia Shapiro Seffi Shmulevich Jared Shotel Julia Silberman Jenny Silverstein Devin Smith Bennett Smolen Louis Stein Raffi Stein-Klotz Emma Stern Ariel Taichman-Robins Jake Tammara Abi Tanner Eli Tanner Avery Tapper Aubrey Tillman Noam Troodler David Ullman Tyheem Velotta Menucha Volkov Emily Walters Jillian Walters Libi Warmund Max Warshal Tzvi Waxman
Emily Weinberg Andrew Weinstein Adam Weiss Claire Weiss Jane Whellan Ethan Willner Tamar Wohlberg Shelby Wolf Ari Wolgin Alexander Woods Aviv Yarimi Zachary Zeaman Bari Zweben
Our College Students and Young Adults 2016 Anna Aaronson Sarah Ackerman Molly Allen Jake Allon Elisheva Apple Karen Aubourg Nicole Banner Joshua Bleicher-Nugent Steven Bomze Gregory Braitman Carley Burke Alyssa Cohen Daniel Cohen Eric Cohen Benjamin Crimm Nina Dardashti Helen Felker Avi Finder Jay Garcia Sara Gebre Aislinn Gilmartin Allie Hacker Celine Heffron-Pero Caroline Henry Emily Herzfeld Nathan Horwitz Danielle Jacobsen
Sujin Kay Lia Kohelet Manny Korn Nechama Korn Annie Kramer-Golinkoff Steph Lukez Sammy Mazurek Drew Megahan Adam Miller Michael Felton Neff Jessica Nicolosi Emily Osofsky Rachel Pogolowitz Joshua Ross Layla Rudinsky Roch Ruffini Claire Sargent Jonathan Schwartz Marni Shore Katie Sullivan Estey Tayar Lynnzee Teitelbaum Emily Williams Rafi Winokur Riffy Wolpert Avi Wood
Represented Schools Abington Junior High School Abington Senior High School Abrams Hebrew Academy Achievement House Charter School Agnes Irwin School AIM Academy Bala Cynwyd Middle School Carusi Middle School Cedarbrook Middle School Central High School Colonial Middle School Conestoga High School Delaware Valley Friends School Elkins Park School Episcopal Academy Friends Central School Friends Select School Germantown Friends School Harriton High School Haverford College Haverford Middle School Jewish Online School Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy Jenkintown High School Kohelet Yeshiva High School Kosloff Torah Academy Lionville Middle School
Lower Merion High School Lower Moreland High School MaST Community Charter School Methacton High School Murray Avenue School Pennbrook Middle School Perelman Jewish Day School Plymouth Whitemarsh High School Radnor High School Radnor Middle School Rosa Middle School Sandy Run Middle School Springfield Middle School Springfield Senior High School Temple University The Baldwin School The Mesivta School The Philadelphia School The Shipley School Torah Academy Unami Middle School Upper Dublin High School Valley Forge Middle School Welsh Valley Middle School Westtown School Wissahickon High School Wissahickon Middle School
Thank you to
...and
Our Host Locations
Our Host Colleagues
Abington YMCA Congregation Adath Jeshurun Carousel House Center for Creative Works Cheder Chabad of Philadelphia Feldman & Feldman Law Offices Gratz College Haverford College Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy JCHAI Homes for Adults with Special Needs Lower Merion Synagogue Old York Road Temple-Beth Am Magee Rehabilitation Center Main Line Reform Temple Premier Brokerage Services Inc. Temple Beth Am Israel Temple Beth Hillel-Beth El Temple Sinai Upper Dublin Township Parks
Chabad Lubavitch Jewish Center of Rydal Chabad of the Main Line Chabad of Penn Wynne Lubavitch of Montgomery County Rohr Center for Jewish Life at the Tri-Co
Meet our 2016 Friendship Revolutionaries “My favorite quote is by Maya Angelou, ‘People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.’ That’s why I’m such a big fan of The Friendship Circle! I know how important it is for everyone to experience and understand how great friendships make you feel. I’ve always been part of a friendship revolution in every way.” — Sandy Cozen, Honoree
To all my fellow friendship revolutionaries, Thank you so much for being part of this amazing event. And to my friends and family who are new to the organization…I hope you fall in love with their mission in the same way I did!
hani and Zev, C you two are amazing…and my new BFF’s. It has been a real gift getting to know you and your incredible FC staff. The work of the Friendship Circle touches each and every one of us. I am lucky and blessed to have had the opportunity to represent The Philly Friendship circle.
In love and, of course, friendship, Sandy Cozen
Friendship Circle Super Mensche Emanuel Korn
T o the dedicated
FC Staff,
Your combination of professionalism and nonchalant approach create a comfortable environment and set a great example for all the participants at Friendship Circle. You guys are the first ones there and last ones out, ignoring typical work hours.
T hank you
Heather, Christina, Cait & Jared for your commitment and patience in dealing with me. It’s been a privilege getting to know all of you.
Manny
Mom/Bubbe You exemplify the spirit and the principles behind The Friendship Circle. We are so proud of you, but that is nothing new! Congratulations on your well-deserved honor.
We love you more than life itself! Peter, Lori, Maya and Talia
Through all our starts growing up, you always said,
“A ll you need is one friend... I t will make all the difference.” Obviously, Friendship Circle was on the same page!!! It’s a perfect pairing. Congratulations on the honor!!!!
We love and adore you,
Cathi, Jonas, Noah and Cole
T here is no one we know who embodies the meaning of “friendship” like our mom,
Sandy Cozen
You are a shining example of what it looks like to be a truly good person…we are the luckiest kids in the world. Mazel Tov on this meaningful and well deserved honor. And a special shout-out to all of tonight’s honorees — the teen volunteers, and Super Menshe, Manny Korn — keep shining that light wherever you go. Kindness really does change the world.
A ll love,
Sheri, Ken, Samantha & Julia Resnik PS: Extra hugs to Chani & Zev (well, a virtual one to you Zev) for being the fearless leaders of this beautiful revolution. Thanks for doing G-d’s work here on earth.
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Sandy: Our Revolutionary! Thank you for leading the Revolution and for being an example to us of warmth, positivity, hard work, Bubbe, mom, wife and of course...
a friend! Thank you for this amazing revolution of support you have brought! We are thrilled to have you as part of The Friendship Circle family and look forward to many more years of friendship.
With love and hearts full of gratitude, Chani and Zev
MENSCH: Someone to admire and emulate, someone of noble character.
To Manny, The Super Mensch: We are blessed that you have been involved in FC for so many years and are grateful for your dedication through countless Sundays, trips to Israel and bringing so many friends to the FC family. In your signature unassuming “menschy� way, you touch the lives of so many and are a true example of a friend.
With much appreciation, Chani and Zev
Joan and Sheri:
T een C o-Chairs
Annie, Jake & Eli: Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedules to devote to this event. It is a real treat for us to have the opportunity to work with such an enthusiastic and capable group of volunteers. You have been hugely important to The Friendship Circle in each of your volunteering experiences, and we are honored to have you as part of our family.
Chani & Zev
T he Best!! Above and beyond this year truly REVOLUTIONARIES! Thank you, thank you, thank you for your time, energy, expertise, patience, heart, humor and hard work. We are grateful to have such dedicated and wonderful friends.
Chani & Zev
To our dear friend, Jon: Knocking it out of the park! We cannot imagine the growth and success of the event each year without your amazing videos. Thank you for your generosity, skill, talent and for doing it with so much heart (and a good measure of humor to keep it all balanced.)
Chani & Zev To the teens and young adults of
The Friendship Circle Watching you mature as friendships develop, Enjoying all the fun and silliness, Being there as each of you have grown
I t is truly an honor! Chani & Zev
To the wonderful FC Staff: Thank you for making FC what it is! Each of you bring so much skill, energy and goodness that inspire the beautiful friendships we all love!
: You understand the needs of the program and cater to each ait C participant and volunteer with grace, a positive outlook, fun and creativity. We are so blessed to have you as part of the team and are extremely grateful for all the support you provide in so many ways!
: Thank you for being with us and helping to support as FC hristina C grows and develops- we appreciate your dedication, love and attention for each participant.
: So glad you have joined the team! Thank you for jumping in helsea Cand being an essential part of the success of FC’s continued growth!
Chani and Zev
To the wonderful FC Staff:
: A dedicated friend and volunteer, we are now honored to mily E have you as part of the staff family. Thank you for all you do for FC both personally and professionally and helping us keep it all together!
With passion, dedication and hard work you are rockin’ the ared: world! Jvolunteer We are so glad you joined as part of the staff family! Thank you for all you bring to FC!
: You have been integral to the tremendous success over the eather Hpast 5 years. Thank you for your dedication, focus and respect to the mission and for all the support you provide!
: We are blessed to have you join as the newest member of Vtheictoria staff family! Thank you for your dedication and jumping right in! We
appreciate how you take initiative and do everything with so much care.
Chani and Zev
FC Staff Thank you for creating a fun and challenging work environment. It is a pleasure working with you all. Your commitment and dedication to your jobs and to Friendship Circle is inspiring and motivating.
L ooking forward to many more celebrations. Jared
Manny You are a great friend and a kind person and I can’t think of anyone more deserving of this honor. Your volunteering and love for giving back is one of a kind.
Mazel Tov! Jared
Chani and Zev Thank you for giving me the opportunity to work with you and the rest of the Friendship Circle team. You are great Bosses, Directors and Friends. I wish you much success and growth as you continue to lead a Friendship Revolution.
L ooking forward to many more celebrations. Jared
Chani, Zev, Heather, Jared & Emily Thank you for welcoming me into The Friendship Circle Family! Victoria
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There Is No More Beautiful, Kind, Compassionate, Friendly, Loving Person In The World Than Your Honoree SANDY COZEN AS HER BFF, I SHOULD KNOW. With Love, Steve
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In honor of our wonderful friend
Sandy Cozen
Whose loving nature and beautiful smile make everyone feel good always
Mazel tov to the teens and young adults of The Friendship Circle and to Super Mensche Emanuel Korn
We are inspired by your commitment, your energy and your bountiful hearts With special love, admiration and best wishes to our heroes and dear friends
hani and ev C Z The incredible beauty of The Friendship Circle is a true reflection of your vision, dedication, heart and soul We are proud to have a place in the circle with so many wonderful people
Vicki & Gary Erlbaum and family
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The Samuel D. Cozen Memorial Fund is thrilled for our dear friend
SANDY COZEN,
a true Friendship Revolutionary. No one is more deserving of this honor.
Mazel Tov!
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Sandy C ozen A kind heart for sure! Susie & Paul Lichtman
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Philly Friendship Circle and to congratulate the extraordinary
Cozen family and especially the beautiful, generous, and remarkable Guest of Honor
Sandy
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Sandy, we are so grateful for your hard work and tireless efforts over the years to improve the quality of life for our community.
Michael J. Heller President and Chief Executive Officer mheller@cozen.com 215.665.4141
Vincent R. McGuinness Jr. Managing Partner vmcguinness@cozen.com 215.665.2097
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תּו רֵ בֲח Who finds a faithful friend, finds a treasure.
(Jewish Proverb) Yeah, we get that!!!
Friends working with Friendship Circle to keep a revolution going! Doesn’t get better than that.
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The team behind the Friendship Circle Videos
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Congratulations to our Aunt Sandy. YOUR COMMITMENT AND COMPASSION TO THOSE IN NEED IS AN INSPIRATION TO ALL OF US.
We love you,
Michael, Lauren, Adam, Evan and Jordan
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W e are huge fans of
Sandy Cozen who epitomizes love and caring for others.
be her Perfect Pals! Happy to Patrick and Marie
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Congratulations to Sandy Cozen on this well deserved honor The Adelman Family and Campus Apartments
CampusApartments.com
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W e salute the
Teen Volunteers who have enriched the lives of so many children in our community!
Nancy and Martin Black
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Congratulations to our dear friend
Sandy and the Cozen Family. ur best to you, OMarcia and Ron
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Liza and Jon Seltzer are honored to support the
Friendship Revolution!
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A TRUE FRIEND ACCEPTS WHO YOU ARE, BUT ALSO HELPS YOU BECOME WHO YOU WANT TO BE. Comcast, NBC10, Telemundo62, and Comcast Spectacor join The Friendship Circle in saluting Sandy Cozen for her passionate commitment to teens and young adults. Thank you for making sure everyone knows the joy of friendship. COMCASTCORPORATION.COM
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Sandy Cozen The Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia joins
The Friendship Circle in recognizing your commitment to The Friendship Circle’s vital work. In so many ways, the Jewish Federation strengthens our community by supporting the programs and organizations that most effectively address our people’s most critical needs. You and The Frienship Circle honor us by being a part of that effort. Thank you,
Bernard Newman, President
Naomi L. Adler, Esq., CEO
JEWISHPHILLY.ORG
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In honor of
Sandy Cozen You are the ultimate friend, an inspiration and a fabulous role model!
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Congratulations to
Amanda Glazer and all the other teens and young adults of The Friendship Circle.
B est wishes to S andy C ozen! Paula & Bill Glazer
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Proud to connect with some very special volunteers. Chubb is privileged to support The Friendship Circle and its very positive impact on the community it serves. By providing a social lifeline to our special needs youth, much-needed support to their families, and a transformative life experience to its altruistic teenage volunteers, The Friendship Circle allows our children to discover that we’re more alike than we are different. ŠChubb. 2016 All Rights Reserved.
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K ol H akavod to
Sandy Cozen & The Friendship Circle! You are great partners in doing tiken olam!
n gratitude, I Gail & Elliot Norry
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W ishes a M azel Tov to
Sandy Cozen
and all the youth of The Friendship Circle on this well-deserved honor.
A nd Thank Y ou to
The Friendship Circle for all they do for the community.
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- Leo Baeck
Mazel Tov to
Sandy Cozen And Squad Co-Chairs
Sheri Resnik Lori Rosenberg Cathi Snyder We are honored to support the Friendship Revolution The Levin Family Michele, Robert, Jake, Sammi & Andrew
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We honor our dearest friend
Sandy Cozen
whose warmth and caring for others is legendary. She makes this world a better place.
C ongratulations to The Friendship Circle family for strengthening our community through Friendship each and every day.
Jan and Pete Albert, Jen and David Albert and Lauren and Scott Ravitz
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We salute
The Friendship Circle for providing a social platform for teens and special needs peers to connect and develop relationships to build a caring, stronger community. We pay special tribute to an extraordinary woman
Sandy Cozen A woman of great character, strength and resolve whose leadership and commitment to the Friendship Circle is helping to build bridges promote understanding and forge a more compassionate world for all of us. Lynne and Harold Honickman
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Susan and Leonard Klehr
Honor
Sandy Cozen
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C ongratulations
Sandy on your well-deserved honor from The Friendship Circle. We’re thrilled to be here to celebrate with you and your family.
Love,
Osagie & Lolo Imasogie
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We all get by with a little help from our friends!!
Congratulations Sandy Cozen for being a part of this revolution and a great friend!! Thank you Manny Korn for your continued dedication and Friendship to Friendship Circle!! It is an honor being part of this revolutionary circle!!!
Joan + David Denenberg
meigos o s e w A Am Parkway Corporation Proudly Supports The Friendship Circle’s Join Our Circle Gala Honoring
SANDY COZEN
Parkway Corporation 150 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102 215-569-8400 www.parkwaycorp.com
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Congratulations to
The Friendship Circle! We honor your commitment to volunteerism, community and friendship. Harris & Ellen Fishman
610-766-3000 www.thefirstfinancialgroup.com
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C hani and Z ev.
With gratitude and blessing to Long may your lights shine!
A nd to dear Manny, who we are always so proud, his selfless work for The Friendship Circle, his devotion to family, his many beautiful friendships, and his ridiculously great cooking, being only a few of the reasons, among so many!
a-S her K oach! Y Nava & Benyamin Korn
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In honor of
Sandy Cozen for her dedicated support of The F riendship Circle. Ed & Joyce Rosenberg
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Sandy Cozen defines the word “Friendship!" We cherish our friendship with her.
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Congratulations to
Sandy Cozen and to the wonderful volunteers of
Philly Friendship Circle. Susanna Lachs Adler & Dean Adler
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n behalf of the students, faculty, professional staff
and trustees of Drexel University I proudly congratulate
Sandy Cozen and commend The Friendship Circle for their continued dedication to creating a caring, supportive community for teens and young adults in Philadelphia.
John A. Fry President
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T o our amazing friends,
Chani and Zev Baram W e love you! Thank you for all you do for our kids!
Rabbi Margot Stein, Rabbi Myriam Klotz, Raffi Stein-Klotz
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Congratulations, Sandy! A ll the Best. L ove, Brian, Diane, Bailey, Allie and Lucas Dowd
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Congratulations on a well-deserved honor! Your work and support for those in need is an inspiration for all of us.
Love,
Neil & Robin Goldberg
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W e proudly applaud Honoree
Sandy Cozen and
Teen Volunteer
Julia Govberg We are truly inspired by your enthusiasm and dedication to The Friendship Circle.
Marjorie & Jeffrey Honickman
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State Metal Industries is proud to support
Drew Dorfman and all of the teen Friendship Circle volunteers. Congratulations on being a part of an amazing
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Another year! Mazel Tov for all your hard work,
C hani and Z ev The Tregerman Family
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We are proud to support our dear friend and Friendship Circle Honoree
SANDY COZEN for her tireless commitment to the community and her loving support of persons with special needs.
ith love, W The Raynes and Dubow Families
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Chani and Zev
Your commitment and devotion to this idea enriches the lives of all who are blessed to know you and love you. Tonight, we feel especially privileged to celebrate the friendship of Cameron and Moshe and the friendship of Amiel and Daniel. May the Philly Friendship Circle and all the people who make it so amazing know only continued success in your service to the community and in bringing great nachat to your families, our Rebbe and the world.
e love you, W Holly and Leib
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Thank you, Friendship Circle! Y our love and friendship is beyond our wildest dreams! The family of Michael Neff
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Salutes Sandy Cozen
Independence Blue Cross is proud to recognize Sandy Cozen and The Philly Friendship Circle for their positive impact on our community. Independence Blue Cross shares this commitment. We embrace a bold, innovative vision to change for the better the lives and health of people in our region and across the nation.
meigos o s e w A Am Center City Veterinary Hospital congratulates
S andy C ozen
on her inspired and meaningful “Friendship Revolution.”
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Chani and Zev and all the members of Philly’s Friendship Circle for making such a profound impact on our hearts and in our homes!
VETERINARY HOSPITAL www.centercityvet.com
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In honor of Sandy, a true E shet C hayil! “A woman of valor--seek her out, for she is to be valued above rubies. Her husband trusts her, and they cannot fail to prosper. All the days of her life she is good to him. She opens her hands to those in need and offers her help to the poor. Adorned with strength and dignity, she looks to the future with cheerful trust. Her speech is wise, and the law of kindness is on her lips. Her children rise up to call her blessed, her husband likewise praises her. ‘Many women have done well, but you surpass them all.’ Charm is deceptive and beauty short-lived, but a woman loyal to G-d has truly earned praise. Give her honor for her work; her life proclaims praise.” -- from Proverbs 31
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Margelle and Shelly Liss & Eileen and Jon Weiswasser
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friends helping friends here at
The Friendship Circle Philadelphia Region South! Aaron Benau
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The Lubert Family Foundation congratulates Sandy Cozen and The Friendship Circle
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Ethan Willner We’re so proud of you
The Teenage Volunteers Sandy Cozen for the important work you do to improve the lives of many special children.
Sherrie Willner
and
Janice Gorson
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K udos to all who give their support to
The Friendship Circle May the Friendship Revolution exceed all expectations!
Love,
Gail and Larry Simon
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Thank You to all my friends at Friendship Circle.
Love,
Sammy
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Joseph Levine & Sons understand the importance of celebrating the life and heritage of our community. It’s this attitude and commitment to our traditions that has made them a central part of Philadelphia’s Jewish community since 1883. And today every funeral becomes a celebration of life – all the lives that have shaped the way we live.
4737 Street Road Trevose, PA 19053
Jonathon D. Levine, Supervisor
2811 West Chester Pike Broomall, PA 19008
Brian M. Levine, Supervisor
Joseph Levine & Sons remains committed to our families, our community, and our history. And by honoring our loved ones’ memories, they have succeeded in celebrating the life of Philadelphia’s Jewish community for five generations.
JOSEPH
& SONS
SERVICE • TRADITION • DIGNITY
Haym Salomon Memorial Park 200 Moores Road Frazer, PA 19355 A Levine Family Company Adam D. Levine, Supervisor
www.levinefuneral.com info@levinefuneral.com
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W ith gratitude and appreciation to
Joey Rudoler and all the volunteers and staff‌
Wishing you the best, always, Marty & Gail Twersky Shani, Scott, Elan, and Ari Savett
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Sandy Cozen,
on this most deserving honor.
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Lori & Ray Levin, Danielle & Michael
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GRATEFUL TO BE IN YOUR CIRCLE! WWW.PHOTOFACE.COM
609.965.3396
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Congratulations to Sandy for this wonderful honor.
You are a great friend! Judy & John Glick
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Kerren Matthews, Y ou are a fantastic friend. We are so lucky to have you in our lives.
Love,
The Whellan Family
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Congratulations Sandy! It’s true, no one will ever forget the way you made them feel! You are an outstanding example of a Friendship Revolutionary! Our best, Candy and Tad Decker
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A hearty Mazel Tov to
Manny Korn
on this well-deserved honor. Your ongoing commitment to Friendship Circle is an example we should all emulate.
We are so proud of you! Butsie, Jay, Micky & Etan
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Sandy, a beautiful and amazing woman! YouYourareLovesuch and Dedication to your Family and Friends, as well as to The Friendship Circle, is an inspiration! You are a true woman of valor! We just adore you! (and Steve and your whole crazy, wonderful family!)
ots of Love, W ith L Iris and Larry Josh and Jake
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Sandy Cozen on this well deserved honor!!
-Ben Zucker�an
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Mazel Tov to all the honorees. S pecial thanks to R abbi Z ev and C hani for your incredible kindness and caring while mentoring so many of our children.
T hank you from
The Rudoler Family
Jeremy, Joey, Helen, Shari & Stuart
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Sandy Cozen and all of the Friendship Circle teens and young adults!
asher K oach to Chani and Zev, Ywho enable this organization to be amazing for our community!
With friendship and Love, Amy, Daniel, Tamar, Dafna, Tali and Gavriel Erlbaum
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Best Regards
Barbara & Ed Glickman
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To Chani, Thank you for running the Ambassador program.
It is a wonderful opportunity to develop leadership skills and to be further integrated into the Friendship Circle community.
Kerren Matthews & Family rom, F
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A ll my best to
Sandy Cozen and to the good work of
The Friendship Circle. Daniel Promislo
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Chani and Zev, We are deeply inspired by your unparalleled commitment to improving the world
one friendship at a time.
Mazel Tov on this spectacular event, and the phenomenal growth of
The F riendship C ircle. Tracy & George Gordon
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Mazel Tov to the Friendship Circle, an organization which gives so much to the Barrack Community. We are so proud of the 43 Barrack students involved this year. A special yasher kochem to Barrack members of the Leadership League, Ambassadors, and Mentors.
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Mazel tov to our BFF S andy
ozen C who lives the Friendship Circle mission every day:
working towards a world filled with love and respect for everyone.
o Rabbi Z ev and Chani B aram, T the entire Friendship Circle community benefits from
your unflagging leadership and dedication. We thank you and the Friendship Circle for helping to shape the character of our children and countless others.
Freda Pepper, Howard Bernstein, Jesse, Aaron, and Ben
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K ol haKavod to all our friends at
The Friendship Circle And a special shout-out to our “Bud” Raffi!
With much love and admiration, The Spitzer/Wachs Family
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Congratulations, Sandy, on this very deserved honor. Liz & Matthew Kamens
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We are proud to support
The Friendship Circle Zukin Realty 121 East Gay Street West Chester, PA 19380 www.ZukinRealtyInc.com (610) 696-0953
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C ongratulations, Eliana Warshal for your wonderful work with
T he P hilly Friendship C ircle! Felman/Warshal Family
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azel ov M T GEDALIAH BER MOSHE MEADVIN You revitalize the adage
The more one gives, the more one receives. BRAVO! To you and Cameron, for the fine and close relationship you share. BRAVO! To The Friendship Circle for its ongoing creation of fulfilling, rewarding and growth opportunities.
Much Love,
Safi & Saba
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In Appreciation of The Friendship Circle Volunteers & Sandy Cozen Thank you for your devoted leadership and compassion towards The Jewish Community. Jennifer and Michael Willner
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The Batoff Family Philanthropic Fund P roudly recognizes the incredible work of
The Friendship Circle and your special H onoree,
Sandy Cozen.
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It is our pleasure to honor Sandy Cozen and the teens and young adults of
The F riendship C ircle. You are all an inspirational force in our community.
K ol H akavod.
Liz & Billy Shaid, Erica, Alex, Michael & Rebecca
Mazel Tov!
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to Sandy Cozen
and all of our friends at The Friendship Circle
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Congratulations, Sandy Cozen! We are proud to support
T he P hilly Friendship C ircle! The world is a better place with a circle of friends!
Best W ishes!
Dominic and Michele Frederico
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M azel T ov to Chani and Zev for another successful event.
The Hollin Family
Matthew, Noah and Reid, Cristy and Mitchell
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Aunt Sandy We LOVE YOU! Helene, Greg, Ben and Sam Jaron
Mazel Tov to: Jake, Eli, Annie on your dedication to this great cause.
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We honor: S andy C ozen, M anny Korn, Chani, Z ev, and The F riendship C ircle...
A powerful combination-inspiring us all to be better people each and every day! Thank you to all the volunteers who make the friendships possible.
ll our love, A Julie, Rob, Jillian, Andrew and Claire Axelrod
Congratulations, Sandy, on a well-deserved honor!
ith great Affection, W Connie and David Girard-diCarlo
Congratulations to our friend
S andy C ozen
Honoree of the Philly Friendship Circle. Sandy & Bernie Krouse
Congratulations to the staff and dedicated volunteers who make a difference in the lives of so many.
K eep up the good work!
Lisa Tucker and James G.
Congratulations, Sandy on being recognized for your passion and commitment.
ith great admiration, W Elizabeth and Rob Bailenson
We are proud to honor
S andy Cozen and support the good work of
T he F riendship C ircle. Lynne & Bill Garbose
Ben Crimm,
Keep playing your wonderful music... Tim & Pam Alles
M azel T ov to The Friendship Circle Evan, Ayala, Ilana, Chana Baila, Aryeh Moshe, Yonaton Dov and Shoshanna Rena Aidman www.WinningPersonalInjuryCases.com
Congratulations and Best Wishes
o Sandy C ozen T We are proud to support The Philly Friendship Circle. rom, F Mr. and Mrs. Stephen A. Cohen
Yasher Koach to Super Mensche
M anny K orn and to all the teen volunteers.
You are all super awesome!
Pia and Stuart Pollack
ear Emanuel, D We are so proud of you.
Love,
It is a real joy seeing you sharing your passion for life, sense of humor and warmth to bring fun and joy to all who are around you. Love you so much and hope you will join us soon in Israel.
Emma, Avichai, Nechama and Eliyahu
Chabad of the Main Line salutes
andy Cozen S for all of her community leadership especially with The Friendship Circle. Yashar Koach!
Rabbi Shraga & Michal Sherman, Rabbi Mendy & Temma Cohen
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C ongratulations Sandy Cozen on this honor.
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Sincerely, Carrie & John Hayden
M azel T ov to Sandy Cozen Susan & Lewis Gantman
It’s an honor to honor
Sandy and the wonderful work of
T he F riendship C ircle. Barbara Vail-Carocci & Family
M azel Tov to Sandy Cozen
on this well-deserved honor
and to Rabbi Zev & Chani
for creating such a wonderful partnership between us.
With much appreciation for the
cheerfulness and positive energy
that Sandy Cozen brings to this world!
ove, L Lauren, Adam, Julia & Daniel Rosen
“Your friendship is a special gift,
generously given, happily accepted and greatly appreciated.�
Mazel Tov & Yasher Koach to
Sandy Cozen
and the Teen & Young Adult Friendship Revolutionaries
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Wishes The Friendship Circle success for many years to come.
halom, S Alan Segal, Ex. Dir.
Congratulations to Avriel Finder
for receiving a Delaware County Excellence in Teaching Award, the seeds no doubt planted years ago by the work of The Friendship Circle. Todah Rabah Friendship Circle & Avi.
e love you. W Chuck, Darien, Max and Jake Finder
Congratulations, S andy! Carolyn & Paul Shapiro
“Let the honor of your friend be as precious to you as your own.” – Pirkei Avot 2:15
Kudos to Sandy Cozen for her passionate endeavors on behalf of the
Mazel Tov to
Philly Friendship Circle!
Sandy Cozen and her family. Har Zion Temple thanks you for your dedication to The Friendship Circle.
Scott Rosenberg
Senior Rabbi
Michael Perlstein
President
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Y our care for our children and their futures is an inspiration to us all. Bonnie & Mitchell Benson
J ulia G ovberg,
Thank you for introducing us to The Friendship Circle. We are humbled and inspired by your devotion to this worthwhile organization.
ove, L Margelle & Shelly
Mazel T ov!!! Chani and Zev With Love and Profound Admiration, Marsha and Steve Dickstein
Dear Sandy, We are so proud of you.
C ongratulations and L ove. Elise & Richard Judy & Harvey Friendship = Warmth + Kindness + Understanding =
S andy Cozen No one deserves this honor more than you! Love, Jennifer, Wayne, E and Anna Goldenberg
ongratulations C to the woman with the biggest heart!
ove, L The Shepps We are so proud of Eli Katz for 7 years of being a dedicated volunteer. We know that Jonah will continue the Katz involvement in this wonderful organization. Yasher Koah to Sandy Cozen, Manny Korn, Annie Barson, and Jake Gordon.
Thank you Chani and Zev for your tireless efforts and constant inspiration.
Marsha and Darin Katz
Sandy, You are the pinnacle of kindness, understanding, compassion and friendship. Mazel tov on this much-deserved honor!
Love,
Lisa, David, Alec and Evan Haas
C ongratulations Manny Korn From the Law Offices of Debra G. Speyer
In honor of Allyson & Leon Abramson Love,
Aunt Sally and Uncle Lenny
Sandy, Your greatest gift is your continuous giving to all around you in a selfless way.
Y ou're the best. Howard and Mauree Miller
C ongratulations Sandy A beautiful honor for a truly special friend.
ove, L Bonnie & Mike
Kol Hakovod to the Cozen Family and the wonderful work of
T he Friendship Circle.
Annie, Keep up the great work.
Love, Aunt Nancy & Uncle Lenny
Jill, Brian, Sam & Josh Rosen Feldman & Feldman wishes to congratulate Sandy Cozen for this well deserved honor bestowed upon her by the Friendship Circle. Feldman & Feldman, LLP 820 Homestead Road Jenkintown, PA 19046 (215) 887 - 5300 Estate Planning, with an Emphasis on Planning for the Elderly and Disabled, estate Administration, Fiduciary Litigation, Taxation, Health Law, Elder Law. Feldman & Feldman has served individuals and families since 1984.
KEEP ON ROCKING! ots of love from L Shira, Yossi, Rivka, Dovber, Devora and Chana
Sandy Cozen An essential
"Wonder Woman" in everyone's life. Marjorie & Steve Katz
Best Regards Beth & Bradley Krouse
Congratulations, Sandy!
Wishing you and The Friendship Circle continued success! Cindy & Marty Spector
earest S andy, D You have blessed Aaron and all of us with your warmth, love, kindness and generosity of spirit. You are our family and most cherished friend, and we honor you with love.
ll Our Love, A Margie Green, Missy, Josh, Harry and Aaron Present and Andrew Green
In honor of Sandy Cozen XOXO
Debbie Feith Tye
To the most loving person I know - our Sandy. Xoxo. Love,
Ellen, Tony & Family
Mazel Tov Emanuel! You’re a true mentsch! Love,
David & Malka Caroline & Family
Proud of Emily Barson for her dedication to Friendship Circle!
Danielle & Louis Barson Our Very Best Wishes
The Trachtenbergs All In Honor of Stephanie Waldstein. With Love & Support,
Granny Jackie
Thanks for your friendship Benji, Molly and Eli. Love,
Ben
Best Regards
Penny & Sheldon Bernick A deserving honor for a caring friend.
Lenee & Buddy Stein
Axelrod Grandchildren: We’re so proud of you. Love,
Grandma & Grandpa
Micah & Lenny, so proud of you! Love,
Saba & Safta
We’re delighted to support the wonderful Friendship Circle programs.
Eileen & Henry Pass
Congratulations to a great lady & a wonderful organization.
Fred & Marla Wolfson
In honor of Emanuel Korn
GG & The Herzogs
To a most deserving honoree, Sandy Cozen.
Rebecca Axelrod-Cooper and Mitchell Cooper Best Regards
The Barsh Family
Lynne Iser & Rabbi Mordechai Liebling Abby & Mike Becker
Horenstein Family
Rochelle Nosenchuk
Rabbi Shawn Zevit
Joyce & Ted Eisenberg
Rose Glantz
Janice & David Glusman
Jennifer Abramson
Cantor Stephen Freedman
Carrie & Jonathan Goldhill
Jaimi & David Levy
Drs. Ronald & Marguerite Werrin
Max & Sandi Paul Geraldine Walker Rabbi Sheila P. Weinberg & Dr. Maynard S. Seider
Robert Kandler Elissa & David, Sophia, Elana & Stephanie Waldstein