Friends & Partners of The Adath Foundation
Foundation BoardDavid Orbuch, Foundation President
Sally Appelbaum Barb Fishman Andy Fishman Judy Goldstein Dr. Stan Kagin Chris Kellogg Rabbi Harold Kravitz Dr. Jeffrey Mandel Joel Mintzer Charles Newman Jason Rose, Foundation Investment Chair Barbara Rubin-Greenberg David Segal, Director Emeritus Heidi Schneider Jon Tarshish Jeff Usem, Synagogue VP of Fundraising and Development Rabbi Aaron Weininger Miranda Weisbuch, Executive Director (ex officio) Jeremy Zacks, Synagogue Treasurer Ed Zeman, Synagogue President Foundation FundsClick here to see a list of the Permanent Endowment Funds of Adath Jeshurun Foundation List of Planned Gift GiversWe are grateful to the Legacy Society members who have helped secure our future by naming Adath Jeshurun Foundation as a beneficiary in their will, trust, retirement account or life insurance policy (as of February 2020). Click here. For Professional AdvisorsClick here for information on helping your clients with their charitable plans. Annual Recognition of GivingClick here to see the latest Annual Recognition of Giving |
Areas of NeedWhere are gifts needed most? Adath Jeshurun completed a year-long strategic planning process which resulted in a set of goals and vision for the future of our Congregation. It will take time, energy and funding to implement these goals, with work beginning now and continuing in coming years. In laying out these resources, we hope to break down barriers to allow everyone Adath will take ownership of this effort. We will take a leadership role in developing resources that reduce financial barriers to participation in congregation activities and in the broader Jewish community. Donors may designate gifts, of any size, to specific areas of interest. Areas where gifts are needed most include: Kemach - Scholarships First and foremost, we hope to expand our capability to provide additional scholarships for programmatic offerings from preschool into adulthood. These scholarships help ease the burden of rising costs so that our congregants can take full advantage of all our community has to offer. Keruv - Connectedness and Welcoming Judaism is grounded in community. We will connect with one another through a rich variety of opportunities that foster smaller communities, engaged in our congregation, reflecting the commitment to our mission and values. Chinuch - Educational support Education is the foundation for a committed Jewish life. We will provide a lifelong continuum of quality Jewish learning opportunities to congregants of all ages, abilities and means through a combination of our own resources and that of our community partners. Noar - Teen Involvement We value our teens and seek to further engage them in congregational life. In fostering a sense of belonging and spiritual fulfillment among our teens, we remove barriers to full participation in everyday Jewish life. In that pursuit, Adath prioritizes providing leadership and financial support, creative programming, and welcoming teen input into congregational committees. For more information on how you can help secure Adath's well-being for this and future generations, contact Miranda Weisbuch at 952.545.2424 or mirandaw@adath.net. Your Gifts At WorkRitt Legacy Will Help Care for Our Elderly Congregants The Talmud says that kol Yisrael arevim zeh bazeh, meaning that all of Israel are responsible for each other. This phrase emphasizes the communal responsibility of Jews, specifically their role to step in and help where needed... Martin and Bonnie Bush Continue to Support the Needs of the Community It is a rare and special gift to have a family that has watched the walls of our congregation go up, come down, and go up again. Martin and Bonnie Bush have not only done just that but continue to bless us with their support of the Adath community to this day. In 1973, Marty was a champion behind the Kallah Retreat Center Campaign... Remembering Stephanie... It has been said that the sound of the ocean carries on through seashells found at the shore. For Adath, memories of Stephanie Sargent, a beloved Gan Shelanu teacher who passed away suddenly in 2011, carry on through the sound of laughter in children in the Gan hallways... How One Couple Sets Out to "Repair the World" Herman and Nancy Markowitz contribute to good causes with the hope of inspiring others to do the same. Tikkun olam ("repairing the world") has been a timeless message of our people. Helping the lives of others to be more complete has always been a consistent objective of Nancy and Herman. Planting for Future Generations When Rabbi Harold J. Kravitz and Cindy Reich arrived in Minneapolis in 1987, they expected that they would spend a few years here and then head back to their hometown of Philadelphia, or go on to build their lives in some other area of the country that seemed appealing. They soon came to appreciate that the Twin Cities are a wonderful place to live (despite the weather)... David and Renee Segal Invite You to Give Life to Adath's Future "It is not incumbent upon you to finish the job, but you are not free to fail to start it." This statement says a lot about David Segal and his wife, Renee, and their family. Their commitment to Adath shines brightly through their time and involvement. "Our service to the community has brought Renee and me a lot of satisfaction and peace. We feel blessed to have a strong foundation within..." Remembering Michael Paul It is often said that while God gives, God also takes. It is a heartfelt message for the Paul family. As a young couple joining Adath, Stephanie and Michael had the whole world at their feet. They were proud parents of baby Jessica, had established careers and were active in the community. Few were aware that Michael was born with a congenital heart defect in need of a second repair. Weiners' Commitment to Adath's Future Challenges Us All to Do Our Part Andy and Marci Weiner have made supporting their community a priority in their lives. Not only have they helped mold Adath's past, but they continue to support the ongoing life of the congregation and plan to ensure its future by including the Adath Foundation in their estate plans. Martin and Laura Lipshutz Add Life to Their Giving for Adath's Future Martin and Laura Lipshutz were pleasantly surprised at how much more they were able to contribute to the future of Adath Jeshurun by exploring their gift planning options. We often say that all Jews are mishpacha (Hebrew word for family), as we hold a common heritage and values. This sense of family is often extended to one's congregation as... Goldfines Ensure Adath Will Continue to Be a Center of Jewish Life Little did Harold Goldfine know when he married Cynthia Davis and the couple joined Adath Jeshurun as newlyweds in 1970 that the Synagogue would become an integral part of their Jewish circle of life. Little did Harold Goldfine know when he married Cynthia Davis and the couple joined Adath Jeshurun as newlyweds in... Judy and Mike Berman invest in Adath's future It is a rare and special gift when one is able to see beyond the present and look to the future with faith and promise. Mike and Judy Berman have that unique gift. Eighteen years ago, Mike and Judy joined Adath after moving to the Twin Cities with their two young boys, Noah and Oren, from the East Coast. The Bermans made the Twin Cities Jewish community home by... The Appelbaum Family Legacy Sally Leafman Appelbaum and the late Kenneth Appelbaum z"l (may his memory be a blessing) have been true caretakers, exercising their responsibility to participate in charitable giving and fostering the growth of the Jewish people. Touch the Lives of Young People Through a Scholarship According to Dr. Steven M. Cohen, a sociologist of American Jewry, the more Jewish education a child has, the stronger his/her Jewish identity is likely to be (1985). Jewish summer camp and Israel experiences are crucial in developing and nurturing Jewish identity and commitment. Ensuring the Solid Foundation of Adath Jeshurun We did not only decide to include Adath Jeshurun in our estate plan just because our children established lifelong friendships at Gan Shelanu. Nor was our decision made only in recognition of the leadership skills they gained through their involvement in USY. Natalie Gerstein Atkin Gives Adath Words to Live By Born and raised on the West Side of Saint Paul, Natalie Gerstein Atkin attended the Saint Paul Talmud Torah and graduated from Mechanic Arts High School. She went on to study medical technology for four years at the University of Minnesota prior to marriage. After starting a family, she decided to re-enter the workforce as a teacher and taught fourth grade. Ben and Reva Kibort Bring Lessons Home With Scholarship Fund It is written in the Torah, "And you shall make them known to your children, and to your children's children" (Deuteronomy 4:9). Ben and Reva Kibort have lived their lives by this commandment. Levin's Commitment Will Ensure a Strong Future for the Adath In Jewish tradition we are taught to make the world a better place for those who follow. Jules and Rose Levin understand this concept and have made it a central focus of their lives. |
Next Steps
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Step 1 Contact Talor Blustin at 952.545.2424 or talorb@adath.net for additional information on bequests or to chat more about the different options for including The Adath Foundation in your will or estate plan. |
Step 2 Seek the advice of your financial or legal advisor. |
Step 3 If you include The Adath Foundation in your plans, please use our legal name and Federal Tax ID. Legal Name: The Adath Jeshurun Foundation Address: 10500 Hillside Lane West Minnetonka, MN 55305 Federal Tax ID Number: #36-3529809 |
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