It has been quite a Fall at Kol Israel Foundation with vibrant programming reflecting every aspect of our mission. This quarter’s Kveller highlights the Annual Fall Memorial, participation in the ADL Walk Against Hate, continuation of KIF’s education program, and, of course, the success of the casino-style fundraiser, Roll with Kol, which attracted more than 200 delighted guests. As we celebrate Chanukah, close out 2022, and look toward 2023, you can count on KIF’s steadfast commitment to Resilience, Remembrance, and Holocaust Education.
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A Fall to Remember
A montage of this season's most memorable moments.
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ANNUAL FALL MEMORIAL
Photos by Pollack Studio
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Survivor Albert Hersh, center, is surrounded by family as they wait to kindle a light at KIF's Annual Fall Memorial on October 2. |
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Survivors gather for a group photo near the Kol Israel Holocaust Memorial at Zion Memorial Park. |
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Among those representing KIF in the inaugural ADL Walk Against Hate on October 23 are, from left, Memorial Chairperson Mark S. Frank, Executive Director Hallie Duchon, Program Manager Nina Light, and President Robert Zelwin. |
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FACE TO FACE® HOLOCAUST EDUCATION PROGRAM
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Volunteer docent Pearlena Bodzin engages with Canton Catholic High School students during the interactive portion of KIF's Face to Face® Holocaust education program. |
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KIF Education Director Lindsay Friedman, left, and Survivor George Kronenberg listen as Canton Catholic High School students thank George for sharing his experience on the Kindertransport. |
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ROLL WITH KOL
Photos by Pollack Studio
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Partygoers toasting their support of KIF are, from left, Ari Milgrom, Robyn Schneider, Darcee Cohen, and Chuck Whitehill. |
KIF Education Director Lindsay Friedman, left, shows her aunt, Susan Ludsin, how to use her phone to bid on auction items. |
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Advocating for justice and civility in the Jewish and general communities is in her DNA, says Elissa Wuliger, the evening's featured honoree. She urges the crowd to continue supporting Holocaust education and condemning all forms of hate. |
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ADL Regional Director James Pasch is flanked by Jessica Miller, a producer, and Laura Caso, an anchor/reporter, from WKYC Studios, this year's recipient of the Media Award. |
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From left, Jeremy Joseph, a KIF vice president, catches up with Meryl and Ben Brown. |
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Rosenthal Auditorium at B'nai Jeshurun Congregation is packed with more than 200 people as KIF honors Elissa Wuliger and recognizes the accomplishments of award winners Mark B. Cole, Barry Feldman, Rina Frankel, Stephen Wertheim, and WKYC Studios. |
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Rina Frankel, seated center, beams as she celebrates her Lifetime Achievement Award with family. In addition to serving as a KIF vice president, her many contributions include chairing the Yom Hashoah v'Hagvurah Commemoration, helping to secure an endowment for the KIF Holocaust Memorial at Zion Memorial Park, and being a founding member of the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. |
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Barry Feldman thanks KIF and its supporters as he accepts the Community Leader Award. |
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Guests pile their plates with mouthwatering hummus, baba ganoush, shwarma, couscous, and other Israeli delicacies prepared by Kantina. |
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Enjoying casino-style games are, from left, KIF Vice President Ellen Nebel Jacob, Lee Rosen, Michael Pupa, and Anita Pupa. |
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KIF President Robert Zelwin shmoozes with Carol and David Paley during cocktail hour. |
Art and Rose Gelbart share a moment with their nephew and KIF Memorial Chair, Mark S. Frank. |
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Enjoying the evening are, from left, Helene Frum Pincus, a KIF board member; Ruth Gordon; Nicki Adler; and Ileen Rosner. |
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From left, Jewish Federation of Cleveland President Erika Rudin-Luria chats with sisters Lauren Levin and Suzanne Appel. |
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Shine a Light on Antisemitism
A Special Menorah Lighting for People of All Faiths
Tuesday, December 20
4:30 p.m.
Jewish Community Federation of Cleveland
Front Courtyard
25701 Science Park Drive
Beachwood
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Join KIF, Jewish Federation of Cleveland, other community groups, and hundreds of Greater Clevelanders from all faiths as we SHINE A LIGHT on rising antisemitism and the growing threat this form of hate poses to our society. This menorah-lighting ceremony on the third night of Chanukah will feature remarks from community leaders and allow us to celebrate the light of the holiday season together. Kosher hot chocolate and jelly doughnuts will be served. |
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Overture of Hope
March 14, 2023 * 1 p.m. * Virtual
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Join KIF and the Cleveland Jewish Book Festival as KIF Board Member Hedy Milgrom moderates a discussion with Isabel Vincent, author of Overture of Hope: Two Sisters' Daring Plan That Saved Opera's Jewish Stars from the Third Reich.
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Call for Entries: 2023 Creative Arts Contest
Calling all Middle and High School Students: Enter your artwork or poetry for the 2023 Yom Hashoah V’Hagvurah Creative Arts Contest, Cleveland's commemoration of the Holocaust and heroism.
The theme for this year's contest is the 80th Anniversary of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising.
Students are invited to explore such topics as:
- What would the uprising would have looked like?
- How was it all documented?
- Are there relevant connections to be made?
- Are there lessons to be learned today?
Deadline for entries is March 15, 2023.
Cash prizes up to $2,500 may be awarded.
Winners and their schools will be recognized at the Yom Hashoah V’Hagvurah commemoration on April 17.
Deadline:
March 15, 2023
Cash prizes totaling $2,500 may be awarded.
Winners and their schools will be recognized at the Yom Hashoah V’Hagvurah commemoration on April 17.
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For more information, please contact Lindsay Friedman, education director at Kol Israel Foundation, at [email protected].
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Presented by Kol Israel Foundation and Jewish Federation of Cleveland. |
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Working for Good
CJN Names KIF Board Member Andrew Mizsak a Difference Maker
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KIF Board Member Andrew Mizsak is among the 18 Difference Makers recognized by the Cleveland Jewish News on December 8 at an awards dinner at Park Synagogue East. Andrew, the only non-Jew among the 2022 honorees, is instrumental in getting bills passed in both Ohio chambers and the U.S. House of Representatives that, if ratified by the U.S. Senate and signed by the president by the end of 2022, will grant National Monument status to the Kol Israel Holocaust Memorial at Zion Memorial Park. Congratulations, Andrew! |
Survivor, Descendant, or Supporter: Supporter
Involvement with KIF: Board member. English Language Arts teacher at North Canton Middle School, who has been bringing classes to Face to Face Holocaust education programs for five years.
Importance of Kol Israel Foundation: It is an honor to be part of Kol Israel Foundation. The foundation's work can literally change the world and make it a better place for all. The foundation provides world-class Holocaust education programs for youth across Ohio. This important work is making a difference in schools and districts throughout the region.
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Donating to Kol Israel Foundation is a meaningful way to memorialize a loved one or to honor someone on a special occasion. You may contribute to the:
* General Fund to support KIF programming across the board.
* Memorial Fund to maintain KIF's Holocaust Memorial at Zion Memorial Park.
* Education Fund to bring the lessons of the Holocaust to the community through our in-person and virtual Face to Face(R) program.
By credit card: Visit our secure website (www.kifcle.org/donate) or call the office (216.831.3754).
By check: Mail to KIF, 3681 South Green Road #306, Beachwood, OH 44122.
And remember … if your company has a matching funds program, be sure to ask your administrator whether gifts to KIF qualify.
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December 2022:
18: Erev Chanukah
20: Shine a Light on Antisemitism, Jewish Federation of Cleveland-Front Courtyard, 4:30 p.m.
21: Winter Solstice
31: New Year's Eve
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January 2023:
1: New Year's Day
16: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (Observed)
27: International Holocaust Remembrance Day
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February 2023:
6: Tu B'Shevat
20: President's Day
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March 2023:
6: Erev Purim
14: KIF sponsors Isabel Vincent's virtual talk on Overture of Hope at Cleveland Jewish Book Festival, 1 p.m.
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Spreading the word about KIF and issues relevant to Cleveland's Survivor community is as easy as 1-2-3!
- Follow us on Twitter: @kol_israelcle
- Like and/or comment on KIF's Tweets
- Retweet KIF's posts so we may garner more followers and greater exposure
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From the KIF Kitchen
Cinnamon Applesauce
Top latkes with this sweet, easy-to-prepare version of a seasonal favorite.
4 lbs. assorted apples (about 8)
up to 1/4 cup sugar
1 cup water (or a little less if using juicier apples)
pinch of kosher salt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (or more to taste)
cinnamon stick (optional)
Peel, core, and chop apples. Place in a large pot or a slow cooker and add remaining ingredients.
If preparing on stove, bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook 18-20 minutes until apples are soft.
If preparing in slow cooker: Cook on low for 3-4 hours until apples are soft.
Once apples are cooked, remove cinnamon stick (if used). Using a potato masher, mash apples to desired consistency. Taste and adjust sugar and cinnamon, if needed.
This recipe is extremely forgiving. You can omit the sugar and/or cinnamon, or adjust the amount according to the sweetness of the apples and/or your preference.
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KIF welcomes your involvement and interest. Check out our online/social media presence or contact us with questions.
Phone: 216.831.3754
Website: www.kifcle.org (Links to blogs, news, and other KIF info)
Facebook: Kol Israel Foundation
Twitter: @kol_israelcle
Mail: 3681 South Green Road #306, Beachwood, OH 44122
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Board of Directors
President: Robert Zelwin
Vice Presidents: Rina Frankel, Ellen Nebel Jacob, Jeremy Joseph
Secretary: Courtney Mendelsohn
Treasurer: Muriel Weber
Past President: Mark S. Frank
Directors: Harry Abraham, Robyn Brenner, Mark Fixler, Arielle Goler, Alan Gottlieb, Linda Gruenspan, Michael Hennenberg, Nate Jones, Sylvia Malcmacher Kramer, Sean Martin, Hedy Milgrom, Andrew Mizsak, Gary Moody, Helene Frum Pincus, Loree Potash, Betsy Potiker, Lee Rosenberg, Marcy Rosenthal
Lifetime Directors: Louise Gips, Avi Goldman, Anne Lukas, Muriel Weber
Staff
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We want to keep you informed about KIF initiatives and local programs of interest to the Survivor community. If you have items you would like us to consider for inclusion, email [email protected]. |
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