Fred Zeilberger was born on December 16, 1929 in Wurzburg, Germany, where his father, Justin, owned a tailor shop. On Kristallnacht, the store was destroyed. Justin was taken to Buchenwald concentration camp for nine weeks, then released, after which the entire family was forcibly resettled in the Jewish Ghetto. In November 1941, Fred and his family were deported to Latvia and endured three and a half years in three different concentration camps. Fred survived five different concentration camps before being liberated in the spring of 1945 by the Russian army. Upon liberation, Fred returned to Wurzburg only to learn his entire immediate family was murdered by the Nazis; he was the sole survivor. He arrived in the US in 1947 courtesy of President Harry Truman's War Orphan program and lived in an orphanage. Fred then moved in with an aunt and uncle and attended night classes. After graduation he worked as a butcher and learned the meat trade. When the Korean War broke out, Fred was drafted into the army. After, he returned to New York, established a wholesale meat business, married his wife Elaine, and settled on Long Island where they raised three children: Linda, Jay, and Robin and now have three grandchildren: Jenna, Rachel, and Zane. Fred has spoken to high school students all over the tri-state area about his experiences as a Holocaust survivor; that helps him keep the memory of his family alive. Fred was introduced to Jewish National Fund several years ago when he went to Israel on a Sunshine Tour for active adults 55 . Fred remembers it as one of his favorite trips. Having been through so much in his life, Fred understands why the Jewish people need Israel more than ever. That's why every year Fred earmarks his annual IRA required minimum distribution for a tax-free rollover contribution to Jewish National Fund. "They do a lot for Israel and are very noteworthy," Fred said. He is grateful for the impact that Jewish National Fund enables him to have on Israel and is thrilled to be building his legacy this way. To learn more about the many ways you can leave your legacy with Jewish National Fund, call 800-562-7526 or email [email protected]. #PlannedGiving #LegacyGiving #EstatePlanning #CharitableGiving #Philanthropy #GiftPlanning #DonorAdvisedFunds #Donate #Donations #PoweredByJNF Marna Barany Allison (Zinbarg) Nagelberg MBA, JD Robin Dermer, JD Bill A. Cynthia Hizami, JD
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Unparalleled in the Jewish philanthropic world, Jewish National Fund-USA’s strategic vision has been, and always will be, to ensure a strong, secure, and prosperous future for the land and people of Israel. Everything we do -- every project, initiative, and campaign we take on – is integral to our vision of building and connecting to our land. We plant trees, build houses and parks, source water solutions, buy fire trucks, and improve the lives of people with special needs. We boost tourism, support Aliyah, promote Zionist education and engagement, build medical centers and trauma centers, fund agricultural and culinary research, and run an American semester abroad high school in Israel. We do all these things because each project, each program, each partnership, is consistent with our strategic vision – population growth in the north and south, connecting the next generation to Israel, infrastructure development, ecology, forestation, heritage preservation, and more -- all for the land and people of Israel. JNF is a registered 501(c)(3) organization and United Nations NGO, which continuously earns top ratings from charity overseers. For more information on JNF, call 800.JNF.0099 or visit JNF.ORG
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Join us LIVE for our Weekly Briefing on Wednesday, July 17 at 12 pm eastern / 9:00 am pacific. We'll be joined by the one and only Emily Austin, American sports TV personality, broadcaster, and social media influencer. We will also be joined by Nathan Hoffman, CEO of the Galilee Culinary Institute by JNF-USA to share with us updates on the Institute.
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After an abrupt end to the fall semester, AMHSI - Alexander Muss High School in Israel is buzzing with energy again with over 100 American students diving into Israel's history and reality. 🇮🇱✨ "I embraced the opportunity and began the journey of a lifetime," says Bella Jenis, 16, from NJ. Read more about their inspiring stories of courage and transformation at https://lnkd.in/eYaHgAvs #AMHSI #PoweredByJNF #BYachad
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Think your job is tough? Imagine being a firefighter battling both flames and terrorism in Northern Israel. Our brave firefighters are risking their lives to protect our Homeland. Help us equip them for their critical missions --> jnf.org/supportisrael #PoweredByJNF
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Meet the future leaders of Israel! 142 brave high school seniors from the Eshkol Region, survivors of the October 7th massacre, created their own boarding school for their senior year. "This was beyond school – it was group therapy," they said. Now, 27 of them are spending their gap year rebuilding the Israel Envelope. Jewish National Fund-USA is proud to support them. Join us at jnf.org. Together, we make a difference. #PoweredByJNF
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These past few weeks have been bustling with numerous events, each bringing together more and more individuals committed to making a difference for Israel. Don't miss out on our upcoming events --> events.jnf.org #PoweredByJNF
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Join us as we mark a year since the October 7 massacre. Stand in solidarity, pay respects to those who were murdered, support the hostage families, and hear stories from people who remain evacuated from their communities. Register now to be part of this powerful mission: jnf.org/solidaritymission #PoweredByJNF
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We are actively working in the north of Israel, planning and beginning to implement our "Reimagine the North" plan. We were with the people of the north yesterday, we are with them today, and we will be with them tomorrow. A lot is being said and written about this region of Israel and its future; we are taking action. Join us in building a brighter future for Northern Israel! --> JNF.ORG/SUPPORTISRAEL #PoweredByJNF
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Don't miss Elizabeth Rand, Founder and President of Mothers Against College Antisemitism (MACA), at the Global Conference for Israel! Elizabeth leads a vibrant community of nearly 60,000 members dedicated to supporting Jewish college students and combating antisemitism on campuses. Join us as she shares her insights and strategies for making a difference. Don't miss this crucial conversation—register today at jnf.org/global! #GlobalConferenceForIsrael #PoweredByJNF
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Live Weekly Briefing By Jewish National Fund-USA Join us LIVE for a special Fire & Rescue Weekly Briefing on Wednesday, July 17 at 12 pm eastern / 9:00 am pacific. We will be joined by Itzik Oz, Commander of the South District, Fire & Rescue Authority & Yoel Rosby, Project Manager, JNF-USA Israel Office.
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