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Stories of Survival | Holocaust Remembrance Day

Seventy-nine years ago, six million Jews were murdered by the Nazis, and ever since then, the world has said, “Never Forget. Never Again.” – That is why The Associated, through the Baltimore Jewish Council (BJC), offers a Speakers Bureau to schools and organizations where survivors […]

Get to Know Peter Rosenwald

A lifelong Baltimorean, seasoned lawyer and dedicated philanthropist, Peter Rosenwald has spent decades giving back to organizations that provide critical support to those in need. Now, as an active leader within The Associated, he continues a legacy of Jewish service that spans generations.

How I Met Your Eemah (Mother): A Q&A with Elise and David Saltzberg

How did you two first meet? David: We met in 1988. I was involved with the Young Executives and Professionals Division of The Associated, where I co-chaired the outreach committee. Elise attended a program I hosted at my house for people new to Baltimore. Elise: […]

More than Partners | A Baltimore-Ashkelon Story

Sigal Ariely, Baltimore-Ashkelon Partnership Coordinator, shares a touching story about Shir, a teenager who found a home away from home in Baltimore during a time of need

Remembering the Holocaust | Around the Table with Beth Goldsmith

In our latest episode of Around the Table, Beth Goldsmith sits down with Berly Hershkovitz and Richard Grilli, second-generation Holocaust survivors and Alana Katzenberg, a third-generation survivor, to discuss the alarming rise of antisemitism.

The Time is Always Right to Do What is Right – Lessons From Recent Civil Rights Journey

These are the experiences of our journey that sharpened that sense: As we celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 20, I’m reminded of three of Dr. King’s quotes: Many agencies of The Associated offer substantive and impactful opportunities to volunteer your time, talent […]

From Social Work to Social Impact: Meet Diane Israel

We sat down with Diane and talked about her love of women’s philanthropy, her progressive upbringing and her connection to clowns (yes, you read that correctly).

Meet Mark Smolarz 

Here are nine things to know about Mark.  Pen Pals – What started it all  Mark’s father was a Holocaust survivor who immigrated to the United States in 1949 after spending four years in a displaced persons camp. He arrived in Springfield, Mass, where his […]

Myths and Misconceptions about Aging 

Aging is one of life’s few certainties, yet so much about it is misunderstood. While we look forward to healthy aging, misconceptions often cloud the road ahead. Is cognitive decline inevitable? Will physical limitations curtail independence? Must older adults resign themselves to a life of […]

Mark Greenberg’s Journey From Championship Titles to Community Ties

This local lacrosse legend never sits on the sidelines—his passions for family, Judaism, Israel and the game keep him deeply connected to his roots and community. A regular attendee at The Associated’s Partners Baltimore events, Mark sat down with us to share the lessons he’s learned and the values that guide him.