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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.
Friends at Home Weekly Play Dates Sunday Circle Respite Sessions Jewish Celebrations and Holiday Events Holidays at Home Activity Packages Drop-off Programs (respite
opportunities for parents) Field Trips Bar/Bat Mitzvah Tutoring Cooking Circle
Teen and young adult social and
volunteer opportunities Helpers’ Circle Birthright Israel Trip
Parent Listserv Networking Sessions Informative Speaker Presentations Moms’ & Dads’ Nights Out
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
Halana Dash
Jordan Grossinger
Chaya Deitsch
Julia Grossinger
Chase Denenberg
Olivia Gusdorff
MaryNell Disman
Lily Haklay
Yael Egosi
Shira Halpern
Morey Ellis
Jenna Heisman
Deena Elul
Eric Henzel
Noa Agami
Rachel Blackman
Caleb Epstein
Adam Holtz
Justin Allem
Jake Blady
Mia Erlbaum
Nathan Horowitz
Tehila Argaman
Joshua Bleicher-Nugent
Sarah Federman
Jack Hyams
Hannah Assour
Hayley Block
Anat Ferleger
Sara Hyams
Brooke Averick
Shelby Block
Lauren Fishman
Jack Hyams
Noah Averick
Allie Blum
Jordyn Freed
Shira Jablon
Jillian Axelrod
Lauren Blum
Taylor Freed
Benji Joffe
Andrew Axelrod
Steven Bomze
Isabel Freedman
Darren Joffe
Nicole Banner
Noah Briskin
Oren Gabbay
Emma Jolinger
Danielle Bareket
Sydny Brodo
Lauren Gadol
Noah Kalandar
Cory Barnet
Amanda Brown
Eli Galapo
Brynn Kantrowitz
Spencer Barsh
Ita Caroline
Chani Gerber
Seth Karpel
Lauren Baumholtz
Teddy Chiara
Amanda Glazer
Miranda Katz
Justin Baylis
Isabel Cohen
Jeremy Goldfrad
Leah Kay
Ethan Bell
Eric Cohen
Matan Goldman
Jackie Khutorsky
Katie Berg
Robbie Copit
Shai Goldman
Andrew Kineke
Kayla Bernstein
Hannah Crespy
Simon Gordon
Lewis Kineke
Aaron Bernstein
Ben Crimm
Allison Graub
Hunter King
Malka Bettoun
Joel Danilewitz
Sarah Graub
Hailey King
Sarit Bitton
Arie Dash
Evan Green
Nikki Knudsen
Elise Black
Dionna Dash
Jordan Greenberg
Eliyahu Korn
Geffie Kornhauser
Jacob Rhode
Emma Stern
Kimmie Krane
Julia Rosen
Danielle Stern
Danielle Kupersmith
Daniel Rosen
Brooke Sussman
Jamie Lazarus
Josh Rosen
Ariel Taichman-Robins
Samuel Lazarus
Sam Rosen
Eli Tanner
Joey Levin
Josh Ross
Sammi Tapper
Sarah Levin
Michael Rubin
Estey Tayar
Sterna Levin
Joey Rudoler
Lane Tregerman
Sophie Levin
Natali Rychik
Matthew Tregerman
Zach Levy
Brooke Salon
Menucha Volkov
Nina Lindenbaum- Grosbard
Sarah Sassler
Stephanie Waldstein
Avi Lipton
Seffi Schmulevich
Jillian Walters
Gavi Littwin
Hannah Schwartz
Emily Walters
Zoe Malamed
Ian Schwartz
Eliana Warshal
Kerren Matthews
Harrison Seletsky
Tzvi Waxman
Sammy Mazurek
Ben Seltzer
Shana Weiser
Katelyn McNulty
Cassie Seltzer
Eric Weiss
Adam Miller
Kate Seltzer
Claire Weiss
Taylor Mitchell
Rebecca Shaid
Rafi Winokur
Mike Montague
Sophia Shoulson
Hana Wohlberg
Daniel Nahamo
Julia Silberman
Shelby Wolf
Michael Neff
Marielle Silberman
Riffy Wolpert
Noah Notis
Jennifer Silverstein
Avi Wood
Lauren Oblon
Rachael Smith
Alexander Woods
Daniele Polatnick
Jacob Smolover
Wendy Woods
Vivian Pugliese
Judson Soloman
Lital Yarimi
Ilya Rake
Alexa Solomon
Bari Zweben
Hadar Re’em
Mia Stein
Anna Aaronson
Stacy Horesh
Jenny Ahn
Renee King
Molly Allen
Leah Koontz
Omotolani Babatunde
Manny Korn
Kimberly Carlomagno
Emma Kornetsky
Maxwell Cutler
Romi Laskin
Chason Danzig
Alexandra Lieberman
Lottie Dasher
Lindsey Lopes
Seema Doshi
Taylor McEwing
Amit Fadida
Taylor Newstat
Emily Ferguson
Rachel Pisarz
Hindy Finman
Rachel Pogolowitz
Jay Garcia
Elyse Richter
Adina Glick
Brandon Robilotti
Yossi Glick
David Robinson
Kyle Goldstein
Miji Ryu
Rachel Grunden
Jourdan Stein
Yoni Hachen
Sarah Strugger
Magdalene Heffernan
Sarah Waldis
Abigail Hester
Hannah Zieve
Adam Black Zac Cohen Max Detweiler Leah Jablon Stephen Kerstein Marnie Landau Danielle Leibowitz Kate Levin Allison Oblon Remi Schwartz Morgan Sussman Jeremy Tuttle
Annie Barson Avigail Gerber-Schneiman Jake Gordon Julia Govberg Eli Katz Alice Lehr Moshe Meadvin Tali Satlow Gavi Stein
Caroline Batoff Jesse Bernstein Shira Cohen Isaiah Coplon Michael Dubner Hallie Erlich Atara Goodman Sarah Gordon Andrew Kaufman Matthew Kaufman Samantha Kerstein Andrew Lehr Samantha Levin Michael Levin Emily Levin Tamar Parmet Elana Waldstein Hannah Wischnia
Abington Friends School Abington Junior High School Abington Senior High School Bala Cynwyd Middle School Bryn Mawr College Cedarbrook Middle School Central Bucks South High School Cheder Chabad of Philadelphia Cheltenham High School Colonial Middle School Community College of Philadelphia Conestoga High School Delaware Valley Friends School Drexel University Elkins Park School Friends’ Central School Germantown Academy Greenberg Elementary School Harriton High School Haverford College Holy Family University Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy Jenkintown High School Kohelet Yeshiva High School
Kosloff Torah Academy Girls’ High SchooL Lower Merion High School Lower Moreland High School MaST Community Charter School Moore College of Art and Design Murray Avenue Middle School Pennbrook Middle School Pennsylvania Cyber Charter School Plymouth Whitemarsh High School Radnor High School Radnor Middle School Robert Saligman Middle School of the Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy Rydal Elementary School Sandy Run Middle School Shipley School Springfield Middle School Temple University Torah Academy of Greater Philadelphia University of Pennsylvania Upper Dublin High School Welsh Valley Middle School Westtown School
Adath Israel
Kohelet Yeshiva High School
Congregation Adath Jeshurun
Lower Merion Synagogue
Carousel House
Old York Road Temple-Beth Am
Congregation Beth Or
Magee Rehabilitation Center
Feldman & Feldman Law Offices
Main Line Reform Temple
Gratz College
Mishkan Shalom
Haverford College
Premier Brokerage Services Inc.
Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy
Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel
JCC- Kaiserman Branch
Temple Beth Am Israel
JCHAI Homes for Adults with
Temple Sinai
Special Needs
Chabad at Drexel University Chabad Lubavitch Jewish Center of Rydal Chabad Lubavitch of The Main Line Chabad of Chester County Chabad of Penn Wynne Lubavitch House at the University of Pennsylvania Lubavitch of Montgomery County Rohr Center for Jewish Life at the Tri-Co
Maddie & Herman, Jan & Pete, Julie, Rob, Jillian, Andrew & Claire
SINCERE GRATITUDE TO
We are inspired by Chani and Zev for the selfless commitment to their work and Judaism. They are a model for us and others for feeling good and doing good.
TO
We love you, dear cousins. Thank you for your love and support.
We are so lucky to have children and friends like you. Thanks for your support and involvement with The Friendship Circle.
TO
Thanks for introducing us to Chani, Zev and The Friendship Circle. It’s so gratifying when children share their lives.
Congratulations on your involvement in The Friendship Circle. You are a great role model to your family, friends and community. We are very proud of you and love you so much.
You truly are an inspiration to so many, especially us. We marvel at your dedication to everything you do. Congratulations! We love you.
THANK YOU TO
THE TRIBUTE COMMITTEE We know The Friendship Circle would not be able to do the great work they do without your involvement.
Jan and Pete Albert and Maddie and Herman Axelrod
THE MISHPACHA, JAN, PETE, MADDIE AND HERMAN, ARE SO PROUD OF
The following Yiddish Proverb says it all. “Az dos harts iz ful, gai’en di oigen iber.” “When the heart is full, the eyes overflow.”
In memory of my buddy, Matthew Cohen. You will always be in my heart.
Lynne and Len Barrack
and our lives are all the richer for it.
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MAZEL TOV!
We are so proud of all that you do. This is an incredible honor and well deserved.
TO THE
Mazel Tov on this well deserved honor! Your devotion to The Friendship Circle is remarkable. We are so lucky to have you in our community and in our lives.
TO OUR DEAR FRIENDS
Your boundless energy, positive spirit, and devotion to our community are a model for us all. Mazel Tov on this well-deserved honor!
TO
JAN & PETE MADDIE & HERMAN We are so blessed to have the multi-generational
support of your inspiring family. As pillars of this family, you have modeled what it is to be active and involved community members. It is clear that your children and grandchildren have followed your example and have become wonderful community role models as well. We look forward to ongoing, meaningful connections through the ripple effect of The Friendship Circle. May you continue to have “nachas,� joy, health and happiness from your children and grandchildren. With thanks and gratitude,
Chani and Zev
TO
JULIE & ROB “THE APPLE DOESN’T FALL FAR FROM THE TREE” We are inspired by your love, dedication and friendship to us and your commitment to The Friendship Circle. How lucky we feel that you continue to share your amazing children and wonderful family! Thanks for the genuine way in which you care and are there for The Friendship Circle. May you be blessed with continued “nachas” from your children and with revealed good in every way. With love,
Chani and Zev
THANK YOU
JILLIAN for being the phenomenal person you are! You have,
time and again, proven how amazing you are (even though you don’t consider it anything special) and you truly are an inspiration to us. Your commitment, strength, friendship and dedication is exemplary. We are humbled by how much you continue the ripple effect in so many ways!
ANDREW for reaching out and joining the circle! We are honored
that you chose to get involved and continue the ripple effect and look forward to many wonderful times together.
CLAIRE for your laughter and creativity that give us so much
to look forward to! Enjoy being the wonderful kid you are‌. We are eager for you to join the ranks!
Love,
Chani and Zev
TO THE FRIENDSHIP CHAIRS
TRACY & GEORGE GORDON AND JILL & BRIAN ROSEN
You have been dear and valuable mentors to us. We cannot thank you enough for coming aboard and helping to make this event a success. We appreciate all the time, effort and input you have dedicated. It’s an honor to have you and your wonderful children as part of the circle. With so much thanks,
Chani and Zev
TO THE HONORARY CHAIRS
CHARNA & BART AXELROD, LORI & MICHAEL AXELROD, LYNNE & LEN BARRACK AND JOYE & BRUCE LESSER
Thanks to every one of you for being remarkable community leaders, each in your own way. We are honored to have your participation with this event. May you be blessed with an abundance of health and happiness. In gratitude,
Chani and Zev
TO THE TEEN CO-CHAIRS
JESSE & HANNAH
It’s been a pleasure to watch you grow into your roles as volunteers, leaders and mentors. Thanks for all your help, guidance and creativity with this event. We wish you much success and know you will each bring your great spirit to the future places your lives will lead you. Please stay in touch! We will miss you! All our appreciation,
Chani and Zev
VOLUNTEERS You continue to inspire us! Even though
The Friendship Circle is almost 10 years old, it still never “gets old,” seeing each of you grow and develop friendships during your time here. It is an honor to bear witness as each of you leaves your incredible mark in the Circle. Continue to inspire, continue to grow, continue to be yourselves and to have fun! All our love,
Chani and Zev
TO OUR AMAZING FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE STAFF Amanda:
It’s been wonderful having you join the FC family. We really appreciate your enthusiasm and hard work. Your sense of humor and dynamic energy has been an asset to FC. We look forward to seeing our volunteers and potential volunteers continue to benefit from your skills.
Cait:
For your passion and creativity in engaging and welcoming our newest and youngest members of FC and for your ability to appreciate the details that make it all come together.
Christina:
For your inspiring dedication as you continue to grow with us, and for all the care and love you show for each member of The Friendship Circle.
Heather:
For being integral as we grow and transition through all of the changes over the past three years. It is an honor to work together and we are blessed by your dedication to the success of programs. Thanks for appreciating our “craziness” and laughter (not just with us but even…. “at us”)!
TO OUR AMAZING FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE STAFF Karen: We are so blessed to have found you! Thanks for keeping it all together with a wonderful spirit and good attitude.
Rebecca:
As you transition with all the new milestones in your life, we are blessed to have your continued involvement, help, guidance and friendship.
Joan & Sheri:
This event is a testament to your hard work and dedication. We are grateful for all you do and especially that you do it with so much heart! Blessings for health, happiness and revealed goodness.
Love,
Chani and Zev
TO MY FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE FAMILY
THANK YOU ALL FOR MAKING THIS SUCH A BEAUTIFUL ORGANIZATION TO BE A PART OF. Amanda and Karen - It has been so wonderful to meet you this year and I am excited to see what we can accomplish together in the future. Rebecca - I’m so glad that you have been able to pencil in some FC hours this year! It’s been so nice to see you around the office again and I really appreciate your willingness to lend a helping hand wherever needed. Chani and Zev - Your selflessness and generosity inspires me everyday. Thanks also to the wonderful participants, volunteers, staff, and families who are such important parts of our Circle. There are too many to name, but I am grateful for all of you.
Love,
Heather Mushock
TO MY FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE FAMILY Heather - I want to say thank you for making my first year with FC so enjoyable. The dedication you have for all of our participants and families inspires me everyday. Rebecca - Thank you for all of the help and guidance you have given me as I began my role as Volunteer Coordinator. I appreciate your patience and encouragement over the last few months. Karen - It has been great working with you in the office. Thank you for helping to make our jobs easier and more organized! Chani and Zev - Thank you for taking a chance and allowing me to be a part of The Friendship Circle family. It is amazing to know that there are individuals like the two of you who have the passion to make a true difference in others’ lives. Thank you for allowing me to share in it. Finally, thank you to all of our wonderful and dedicated staff, participants, and families. Each of you have a unique and special role which has helped to make The Friendship Circle such a wonderful organization. “No one is more cherished in this world than someone who lightens the burden of another. Thank you.” -unknown
Amanda
TO
ALL OUR FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE VOLUNTEERS
Thank you for dedicating your time and efforts to support and volunteer at our programs and events. Without all of your dedication and caring hearts, we would not be able to do all that we do. “The world is hugged by the faithful arms of volunteers.” Terri Guillemets
TO
MENTORS, LEADERS & AMBASSADORS
It has been an honor to work with each of you this year. Thank you for being so dedicated to The Friendship Circle. I look forward to having you continue to volunteer and help me guide and lead our volunteers. “Every action in our lives touches on some chord that will vibrate in eternity.” Edwin Hubbel Chapin
Love,
Amanda
TO
THE WONDERFUL AXELROD FAMILY
I admire the way you connect with each other as a family and with your community. It has been an absolute pleasure getting to know you and I thank you for sharing a part of your life with The Friendship Circle, as well as with me.
Jillian, you are a beautiful person, inside and
out, and I feel so fortunate to have grown close with you. You have shown me what it means to be a role model and a strong community leader, and I am forever grateful for your support and friendship. I have no doubt that you will continue to inspire your peers and community through every endeavor you undertake. I hope you are as proud of yourself as we all are of you.
With love,
Rebecca
TO
THE AMAZING FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE STAFF
Chani, Zev, Heather, Amanda, Cait, Christina, & Karen-
Thank you for including me in your “family” as you continue to grow and evolve as staff of an organization so close to my heart. My time with FC has positively impacted my life in more ways than I know how to express and I feel blessed knowing I have wonderful memories to hold onto.
Chani & Zev: With every passing event, I become increasingly
more inspired by your selflessness and dedication to the community. Thank you for sharing your passions as you have given me continuous outlets to express mine.
Heather: My right hand girl! Thank you for your support, patience,
guidance and friendship during the past several years. I will never forget the first time we met (haha!) and will cherish all that I’ve learned from you.
Amanda: First and foremost, thank YOU for being so patient with
me! You have a lot of insight to offer and it is so comforting to know the teen volunteers are in fabulous hands. If you ever need anything at all, “I got your back!”
TO
THE AMAZING FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE STAFF Cait & Christina:
Thank you for the countless time, effort, and energy you put into making sure every FC event is a smooth success. I’m very appreciative of your support and guidance as I explore my interests and passions more.
Karen: FC is so lucky to have you! I’ve loved getting to know you
and am grateful for your patience and willingness to respond to my countless emails and questions. :)
TO
ALL VOLUNTEERS, PARTICIPANTS, & FAMILIES
Thank you for sharing a part of you with this incredible organization. YOU are my inspiration and motivation to “do good” in this world.
With love and gratitude,
Rebecca Lustig
R E V E R O F S EB ST FRIEND
BEST FRIENDS FOREVER IN HONOR OF
THE AMAZING VOLUNTEERS OF THE FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE
WE ARE INSPIRED BY YOUR COMMITMENT, YOUR ENERGY AND YOUR BEAUTIFUL HEARTS. WE ARE HAPPY TO KNOW THAT OUR FUTURE IS IN YOUR CAPABLE HANDS. MAZEL TOV AND SINCERE APPRECIATION TO
THE AXELROD AND ALBERT FAMILIES AND TO ALL THE DEDICATED AND HARD WORKING CHAIRS AND HONORARY CHAIRS.
WITH SPECIAL LOVE, ADMIRATION AND BEST WISHES TO OUR HEROES AND DEAR FRIENDS
CHANI AND ZEV
We are so proud to have a place in the circle with so many wonderful people,
Vicki and Gary Erlbaum and Family
M I R E V A H C D E H S I R CHE
CHERISHED CHAVERIM MAZEL TOV to
The Friendship Circle’s Teenage Volunteers The Axelrod and Albert Families and
The Helpers Circle The Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia joins
The Friendship Circle in saluting your commitment to fostering a stronger community through friendship.
Sherrie R. Savett, President
jewishphilly.org
Alex Stroker, Interim CEO
CHERISHED CHAVERIM THANK YOU TO
CHANI AND ZEV, ALL THE SPONSORS, AND THE VOLUNTEERS! The amazing work you do in our community is immeasurable!
Mazel Tov,
Jill and Mark Fishman
CHERISHED CHAVERIM MAZEL TOV TO
THE FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE! From, The Seltzers
S E R D A P M COOL CO
COOL COMPADRES We are proud to be part of The Circle! Tonight’s video presentation has been filmed, produced and edited by
EP RFECT PALS
PERFECT PALS IN HONOR OF
OUR GRANDDAUGHTER, MARNIE LANDAU We love you so dearly!
Nanny and Poppy Landau
EB ST BUDS
BEST BUDS THANK YOU FOR
YOUR WORK ON BEHALF OF THE JEWISH COMMUNITY IN DOING TIKUN OLAM, REPAIRING THE WORLD. Mazel Tov,
Gail and Elliot Norry
BEST BUDS
S O G I M A E M O S E AW
AWESOME AMIGOS IN RECOGNITION OF
THE GUESTS OF HONOR AND IN HONOR OF GAIL AND LARRY SIMON
Best,
Barbara and Ed Glickman
AWESOME AMIGOS
Congratulations to our dear friends, the Albert and Axelrod families, on being honored by The Friendship Circle. Your dedication is building a better world for children with special needs.
– Lauren and Michael Heller
AWESOME AMIGOS Warmest congratulations to
The Teenage Volunteers The Albert and Axelrod Families The Helpers Circle for the important work you do to improve the lives of so many special children.
Janice Gorson
and
Sherrie Willner
AWESOME AMIGOS WE SALUTE THE
TEENAGE VOLUNTEERS Thank you for making a difference in the lives of so many children in our community!
Nancy and Martin Black
AWESOME AMIGOS MAZEL TOV TO THE
TEENAGE VOLUNTEERS AND THE AXELROD AND ALBERT FAMILIES. Best of luck to The Friendship Circle!
Susanna Lachs Adler and Dean Adler
AWESOME AMIGOS CONTINUED SUCCESS TO
RABBI ZEV AND CHANI BARAM AND THE ENTIRE FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE COMMUNITY
B’ahava
Bruce and Miriam
AWESOME AMIGOS
AWESOME AMIGOS
CHANI, ZEV, HEATHER, AMANDA AND ALL THE FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE VOLUNTEERS Thank you for devoting your time, energy and love to make a difference.
Amy & Perry Nisen
AWESOME AMIGOS
TO OUR DEAR FRIENDS
CHANI AND ZEV
We are blessed to be part of the Circle which you have formed. You and the volunteers make it possible for the “metzuyanei Yisrael” to go beyond their limits and you do it with love and grace. Your service brings honor to the community, your beloved parents, and the Rebbe. May you continue with much success.
MOSHE MEADVIN AND CAMERON CHESEN
We are thrilled that the two of you have had the opportunity to find true friendship in each other. May you be blessed to grow that friendship always. Mazel Tov,
Holly Cohen, Leib Meadvin & Family
AWESOME AMIGOS THANK YOU TO
CHANI, ZEV, ALL THE SPONSORS, AND THE VOLUNTEERS!
The Tregerman Family
S D N E I R F T FAS
FAST FRIENDS
IN MEMORY OF JILLIAN’S FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE BUDDY, MATTHEW COHEN
IN HONOR OF
COUSINS JILLIAN, JULIE, ROB, ANDREW, CLAIRE, JAN AND PETE, MADDIE AND HERMAN We are so proud of your involvement with The Friendship Circle!
Jamie & Steve Adelman
Sarah & Jeff Erlbaum
Helaine & Buddy Altus
Helene & Greg Jaron
Keira & David Axelrod
Shira Kosoy Moses
Rebecca Axelrod-Cooper & Mitchell Cooper Joanne Cohen Katz & Aaron Katz Marni & Larry Davis Lee Ann & Scott Erlbaum
Melissa & Michael Schilling Rachel & David Schwartz Alison & Lee Sussman Tracy & Alan Winig
FAST FRIENDS DEAREST
AXELROD AND ALBERT FAMILIES As The Friendship Circle honors you, we also circle you with much love and pride, knowing that we are so fortunate to be cousins who are also friends.
Ann and Jerry Altus Charna and Bart Axelrod Lynne and Len Barrack Joanne Cohen-Katz and Aaron Katz Abby and Ed Grinberg Margie and Jerry Kosoy Judy Jaron and Harvey Rothfeld Allan and Marilyn Lipsky Carol Lipsky Ann Paul
FAST FRIENDS
Making this world a better place takes commitment and passion. We honor Jillian and her entire family for their encouragement and support of her passion and commitment to helping others. We are happy to be a part of this special Friendship Circle.
– Sandy and Steve Cozen
FAST FRIENDS IN HONOR OF
JILLIAN AXELROD Who is quite an extraordinary young woman (and her parents aren’t too shabby either)
CHANI AND ZEV For doing G-D’s work here on earth ALL THE TEENAGE VOLUNTEERS The highest form of wisdom is kindness XO
The Resnik Family
FAST FRIENDS MAZEL TOV TO THE
AXELROD & ALBERT FAMILIES, WHOM WE KNOW TO BE BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE AND CONTRIBUTORS TO A BETTER JEWISH WORLD. Thank you, Chani and Zev, for your continued, outstanding work. You are our “miracle mensches!”
Love,
Amy and Daniel Erlbaum Tamar, Dafna, Tali & Gavriel
FAST FRIENDS WITH LOVE AND PRIDE WE APPLAUD TEENAGE VOLUNTEER
JULIA GOVBERG
We are so proud of you!! Xoxo,
Aunt Margie, Uncle Jeffrey, Sara & Mauri
FAST FRIENDS CONGRATULATIONS TO
OUR DEAR FRIENDS VICKI & GARY ERLBAUM And all the wonderful people associated with The Friendship Circle.
Meryl and Ben Zuckerman
FAST FRIENDS TO THE
FELTON/NEFF FAMILY You and Michael rock!!
Love,
Jodi and Bill Felton
FAST FRIENDS
ZEV AND CHANI, Keep up the quality work! As Sheffielders we know a thing or two about quality!
From,
Shira, Josephus, Rivka, Dovber, Doony and Chana
FAST FRIENDS What a wonderful organization to support!
THANK YOU
ANDY COREN FOR SENDING AN INVITATION TO ME AND MAKING ME AWARE OF ITS WORK. MAZEL TOV TO ALL THE VOLUNTEERS AND HONOREES. This gift is given in honor of my beloved brother, Warren Grad.
Christine Grad
FAST FRIENDS WE ARE SO PROUD OF
REMI SCHWARTZ And her involvement with The Friendship Circle and so honored to work with Zev and Chani.
Mazel Tov!
Susan and Jeff Schwartz
FAST FRIENDS PROUD TO
CREATE A RIPPLE EFFECT AND SPONSOR THE FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE
Max Paul Family Organization
FAST FRIENDS
“Through faith we experience the world; through action we give the world meaning. “ - Leo Baeck
In Honor of
The Axelrod and Albert Families Tracy & George Gordon Jill & Brian Rosen Thank you for all you do for our community The Levin Family Michele, Robert, Jake, Sammi and Andrew
FAST FRIENDS
IT HAS BEEN AN HONOR TO BE PART OF THE CIRCLE. THANK YOU CHANI, ZEV, THE AMAZING FRIENDSHIP STAFF AND ALL OF THE AXELROD AND ALBERT FAMILIES. YOU ARE ALL MUCH MORE THAN A RIPPLE…MORE LIKE A CASCADE OF WARMTH, FRIENDSHIP & LOVE.
Joan & David Denenberg Denenberg Communications \
FAST FRIENDS IN RECOGNITION OF
THE FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE AND THE COMPASSION, COMMITMENT AND COMMUNITY SPIRIT OF THE AXELROD AND ALBERT FAMILIES.
Congratulations to the guests of honor Maddie and Herman, Jan and Pete, Julie, Rob, Jillian, Andrew and Claire.
Love,
Mara Lee, Fred, Pam, Howie, Julie, Jordan and the Boys
FAST FRIENDS
JEWISH FAMILY AND CHILDREN’S SERVICE OF GREATER PHILADELPHIA IS PROUD TO PARTNER WITH THE FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE
WWW.JFCSPHILLY.ORG
FAST FRIENDS A‐X‐E‐L‐R‐O‐D We’re a very special family! Aunt Jan, Uncle Pete, Julie, Rob, Jillian, Andrew, Claire, Maddie and Herman We LOVE YOU! Helene, Greg, Ben and Sam Jaron
FAST FRIENDS IN HONOR OF
JULIA GOVBERG AND ALL THE TEENAGE VOLUNTEERS
We are so proud of all that you do to make a difference in the lives of others. AND TO
THE FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE
for the important work you do to improve the lives of so many children.
Love,
Jill and Lenny Feinberg
FAST FRIENDS THANK YOU
FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE!! Love,
Sammy
FAST FRIENDS CONGRATULATIONS TO
JAN AND PETE
With love and pride to our volunteer grandchildren
DANIEL AND JULIA ROSEN
Carol and Bob Summers
FAST FRIENDS CONGRATULATIONS TO THE
ALBERT AND AXELROD FAMILIES FOR THEIR COMMITMENT AND DEDICATION TO THE FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE. What a wonderful honor!
Barbara and Bob Dilsheimer
FAST FRIENDS MAZEL TOV
DANI
on all your leadership and volunteer work at The Friendship Circle!
We love you,
Mom and Dad
FAST FRIENDS WE ARE SO HAPPY TO BE PART OF THE CIRCLE. YASHER KOACH TO THE TEENAGE VOLUNTEERS AND
THE GUESTS OF HONOR THE AXELROD & ALBERT FAMILIES
None of this would be possible without Chani & Zev, you are an inspiration to us all. MAZEL TOV TO THE
FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE CHAIRS TRACY AND GEORGE GORDON & JILL AND BRIAN ROSEN THE HONORARY CHAIRS, THE TEEN CHAIRS AND OUR DEAR FRIENDS
JESSE BERNSTEIN & HANNAH WISCHNIA With Love,
Lori, Ray, Danielle & Michael Levin
FAST FRIENDS TO
RABBI ZEV AND CHANI AND ALL THE FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS Our thanks for such a wonderful program.
JOEY, WE ARE SO PROUD OF YOU! Shari and Stuart Rudoler
FAST FRIENDS A friend is someone who gives you total freedom to be yourself.
MAZEL TOV TO THE
VOLUNTEERS AT THE FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE WHO DO SUCH WONDERFUL WORK.
Luci and Richard Markowitz
FAST FRIENDS Thanks again for all the wonderful friends you provide to our daughter,
ILANA!
Laura and Adam Isenberg
FAST FRIENDS MAZEL TOV TO
THE WONDERFUL HONOREES, THE INCREDIBLE TEEN VOLUNTEERS, AND TO ALL THOSE WHO CONTRIBUTE THE IMPORTANT WORK OF THIS OUTSTANDING ORGANIZATION.
Caren Barnet & Steve Abramson Cory & Jake Barnet Alana, Rebecca & Sara Abramson
FAST FRIENDS ALL THE BEST TO
THE HONOREES, THE VOLUNTEERS, AND TO ZEV AND CHANI, FOR CREATING A BEAUTIFUL RIPPLE Love,
Larry and Gail Simon
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FAST FRIENDS In Appreciation of The Albert & Axelrod Families &
All the Volunteers Your compassion is inspiring and highly valued amongst our community. Your leadership teaches us all to give more. Thank you for the tremendous work that you do, Jennifer and Michael Willner Erica and Benjamin Willner
FAST FRIENDS And The Erlbaum Family are proud to be counted among the supporters of
The Friendship Circle Thank you to the Axelrod and Albert families for inspiring so much good in our community! Special thanks to the new MVP volunteers:
Danny, Jack and Robbie And the amazing Friendship Circle Staff: Rabbi Zev, Chani, Cait, Amanda, Rebecca, Heather and Christina!
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FAST FRIENDS
Congratulations to The Friendship Circle! We honor your commitment to volunteerism, community and friendship. Harris S. Fishman, CLU, ChFC, President
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FAST FRIENDS IN HONOR OF
ALL THE GOOD WORK THAT THE FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE DOES FOR THE COMMUNITY! All the best,
Carla and Robbie Russock
FAST FRIENDS CONGRATULATIONS TO
THE ALBERT AND AXELROD FAMILIES ON THIS WELL DESERVED HONOR Jan and Pete – there is nobody better!!
We cherish the friendship,
Sylvie and Warren Cohen
FAST FRIENDS BEST WISHES TO THE
AXELROD & ALBERT FAMILIES WHO VALUE FRIENDSHIP AS WE DO
The O’Connors
FAST FRIENDS Partnering with: Perelman Jewish Day School Politz Hebrew Academy Torah Academy & Robert Saligman Middle School of the JBHA Providing a quality education to children with diverse learning needs
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CONGRATULATIONS TO THE
AXELROD FAMILY & ALL THOSE INVOLVED IN THE FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE!
Ben and Susan Stein & Family
YASHER KOACH TO THE
AXELROD AND ALBERT FAMILIES
For their dedication and commitment to The Friendship Circle
Edwin and Joyce Rosenberg & Family
IN HONOR OF
MAZEL TOV TO
BEN CRIMM
THE FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE!!
Keep up the good work!
Naomi Prusky and Rabbi David Levin
Ruth and Ben Nathanson
DEAR
BEST WISHES TO
RABBI ZEV AND CHANI
MADDIE AND HERMAN JAN AND PETE
The Hollin Family Cristy, Mitchell, Matthew, Noah + Reid
Sheryl Samter and Murray Spain
You continue to be a source of inspiration to our family. Mazel tov on an incredible event.
L’CHAIM TO
OUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS WHO CONTINUE TO FULFILL THE MISSION AND SERVE THE FAMILIES OF CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS. Cheryl and Howard Hassman Family
GOOD LUCK TO
WELL DESERVED HONOREES
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WE SALUTE TONIGHT’S HONOREES
THE ALBERT & AXELROD FAMILIES AND THE
200+ VOLUNTEERS May the circle of friendship and goodness continue to grow!
Chabad of the Main Line Rabbi Shraga & Michal Sherman Rabbi Mendy & Temma Cohen
MAZEL TOV TO
JULIE, ROB & JILLIAN for this well deserved honor and to
RABBI ZEV & CHANI for creating such a wonderful partnership between us
YOU HAVE ENRICHED OUR LIVES WITH LOVE, FRIENDSHIP, AND A TRUE SENSE OF BELONGING.
WE LOVE YOU FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE! Michael Neff & Family
Main Line Reform Temple Philly Friendship Circle Celebrating our friendship and partnership.
Mazel Tov!
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WE DEDICATE THIS TO
OUR GRANDAUGHTER, DANI LEIBOWITZ
IN HONOR OF
YOUR VOLUNTEERS & JOEY RUDOLER
We are so very proud of you and the wonderful things you do to enrich the lives of others
Mazel tov- love you!
Grami and Poppa
Mazel tov!
Twersky & Savett Family
TO
TO
HANNAH WISCHNIA
EMILY LEVIN
You are SO awesome. I hope we will always be friends!
Spending time with you has been so cool! I will miss you. Don’t forget me!
Much love,
Luv,
Ally Abramson
Leon Abramson
CONGRATULATIONS TO
MAZEL TOV TO
THE AXELROD FAMILIES FOR THIS MUCH DESERVED HONOR
May you go from strength to strength.
With our love,
Mazel tov!
Diane & Lowell Dodge
THE FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE AND ALL OF THE HONOREES!
Sharon & Scott Seligsohn & Family
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR FRIENDS
THE AXELRODS
AND OUR BOYS
JESSE + AARON
CONGRATULATIONS
TO A WONDERFUL FAMILY AND A SPECIAL PROGRAM
Howard and Freda
Miriam and Arthur Spector
IN HONOR OF
IN HONOR OF
SHERRILL & ALICIA
SHERRILL AND ALICIA
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Deena Gerson
Colin Foster and Andrea Ryan
IN HONOR OF
THE AXELROD & ALBERT FAMILIES
THANK YOU
LISA AND EPHI From,
Debbie, Feith and Tye
Seth Z.
TO THE FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE
MY SON WARREN & JULIE HAVE TOLD ME WHAT A WONDERFUL ORGANIZATION FC IS & HOW IT HAS HELPED MY GRANDSON, MATTHEW.
WE HONOR ALL OF YOUR MITZVOT & CHESED & WE HONOR OUR BELOVED RAFFI STEIN-KLOTZ.
Dayle Friedman & David Ferleger, Avi Ferleger & Anya Friedman Hunter
David Cramer
TO THE AXELROD FAMILIES: MAZEL TOV ON THIS WELL-DESERVED HONOR. AND TO CHANI AND ZEV: THANK YOU FOR YOUR DEDICATION AND TIRELESS WORK ON BEHALF OF THE FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE. MAY YOUR EFFORTS RETURN TO YOU IN ABUNDANT JOY AND BLESSING.
Eve, David, Ezra, & Goldie Kovsky IN HONOR OF
MADDIE AND HERMAN Thank you for supporting this wonderful group
Ruthie and Geoff Duffine
CONGRATULATIONS TO
THE AXELROD AND ALBERT FAMILIES From your friends at Technotics,
Linda and Andy Pedisich
ZEV, CHANI AND EVERYONE WHO MAKES THE FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE HAPPENMay you continue growing from strength to strength
The Weiser Family
TO THE
HONOREES AND THOSE WHO HAVE TIRELESSLY BEEN INVOLVED IN THE FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE. Sherry and John Cohn CONGRATULATIONS TO
THE HONOREES, FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE STAFF AND EVERYONE INVOLVED! Thank you for all you do in our community.
The Finder Family
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CONGRATULATIONS
JILLIAN & THE AXELROD/ALBERT FAMILIES
You are truly making a difference in the community!
With love,
Bonnie and Mike CONGRATULATIONS TO
MAZEL TOV TO
THE AXELROD & ALBERT FAMILIES & A SPECIAL CONGRATULATIONS TO REMI SCHWARTZ A 2013-2014 LEADER! Keep up the good work!
Margie, Brian, Jesse, Talia & Ava
THE ENTIRE CIRCLE!
PETER AND JAN
We hope to see your circle continue to expand!
You both personify the word “mensches”
The Shaid Family
Sheila and Barry Kliger
Mazel Tov to the Alberts and Axelrods
You are truly an inspiration to our community. Best wishes to all of the honorees. The effects of your ripple can be felt all around us.
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CONGRATULATIONS TO
THE ALBERT & AXELROD FAMILIES for their amazing contribution to The Friendship Circle community
Love from,
Judy, Art, Dan, Nina, Toni and Jill
ANDY AND MARJI GOLDMAN ARE PROUD OF
THE ALBERT AND AXELROD FAMILIES and all that they do for our community.
WE ALSO TOAST OUR NEPHEW
JESSE BERNSTEIN Yasher Koach!
Bless you for the kindness shown to our grandson Matthew Cramer’s grandparents Mazel tov to the honorees! Jerry & Marilyn Stern Mazel Tov to the Axelrod & Albert Families who inspire us today & everyday! Wohlberg Family Best wishes, Mr. and Mrs. Weinstein Love & congratulations to the Albert & Axelrod Families, Ms. Carocci Mazel Tov to the Honorees Avi Cohen & Philly Realtors Team of Century 21 Best regards, Jane and Marshall Portnoy
Bravo, Stephen Kerstein, one of the young leaders. The Silvermans For Axelrod/Albert Families & Allison Oblon. Cindy Singer & Family We are proud to celebrate the Axelrods & Alberts. Drucie & Albert Keep up the good work! Achim & Gerrie Rudoler A wonderful cause; Jillian, we are proud of you. Helene & Jerry Levin Amiel, we love you. Love, Oma and Roni Mazel Tov to Jillian and her family. Gail and Alan Goldman
ED AND LORRAINE BERMAN CHILDREN’S DENTAL ASSOCIATES BETH COOPER RABBI ALBERT GABBAI SUSAN AND HAROLD GORDON ANDREA AND RICHARD GOTTLIEB DR. JOSEPH AND LILLIAN HASSMAN DAVID KLEIN SUE ELLEN AND ALAN LAKEN
ELISE AND RICHARD LESSANS REBECCA STEIN AND STEVE MATTHEWS ROCHELLE AND ERWIN NOSENCHUK EILEEN AND HENRY PASS HELEN PLOTKIN BETTY AND BERNARD ROSEMAN CHARLOTTE SHUMAN MONA AND ALTON SUTNICK JAMES WOLF