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“My Jewish identity has always been very important to me,” she says. “My mother and grandparents were Holocaust survivors, and their experiences instilled in me a sense of responsibility — not only to remember, but also to act.”  That sense of responsibility led her to […]

When Bonnie Ziegelstein moved from Massachusetts to Baltimore in the 1980s, it was on a whim. Decades later, Bonnie still calls Baltimore home.

Baltimore is more than just a city for Rabbi Cardin—it’s home, in every sense of the word. Having left for 25 years to pursue her education and career, Rabbi Cardin ultimately returned.

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 […]

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 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: […]

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

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.

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 […]

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).