COMMUNITY RELATIONS
AND PUBLIC AFFAIRS
AJC Philadelphia/South New Jersey Office
30 S. 15th St., Suite 801 • Philadelphia, PA 19102
215-665-2300 • Fax: 215-665-8737 • philadelphia@AJC.org • ajc.org
Global advocate for the well-being of the Jewish people and Israel, and for
the advancement of democratic values for all through legislative advocacy,
international diplomacy and interethnic and interreligious coalitions. Works
with communities to build intergroup understanding and advocate together in
areas of mutual concern and interest. Focuses on issues of pluralism, energy
independence, Israel and immigration reform.
Anti-Defamation League (ADL)
1500 Market St. • Suite 2415 West Tower Philadelphia, PA 19102
215-568-2223 • Fax: 215-568-5526
philadelphia@adl.org • philadelphia.adl.org
Works to combat anti-Semitism and to secure justice and fair treatment for all
people regardless of race, religion, sexual identity or national origin. Monitors
and tracks extremists and hate groups, educates children and adults, and
protects constitutional rights and religious freedoms. Program offerings include
confronting anti-Semitism and Holocaust-education workshops, diversity,
anti-bias and anti-bullying education, and the “No Place for Hate” program for
schools and communities. Also conducts hate crimes and extremist training
for law-enforcement and security seminars for Jewish institutions. Counsels
victims of discrimination, and works to raise awareness about global anti-
Semitism. Advocates actively on behalf of Israel.
B’nai B’rith Liberty Region
801 Second Ave., 14th Floor • New York, N.Y. 10017
212-490-3290 • Fax: 212-687-3429
liberty@bnaibrith.org • bnaibrith.org
Humanitarian, human rights and advocacy organization. Works toward Jewish
unity, security and continuity. Fights anti-Semitism and intolerance. Lodges,
events and activities located in Greater Philadelphia, southern New Jersey,
southeastern Pennsylvania and Delaware.
Democratic Jewish Outreach Pennsylvania
c/o David Broida • 555 Booth Lane • Haverford, PA 19041
610-864-4303 • dbroida@gmail.com
facebook.com/DemocraticJewishOutreachPA Jewish Pennsylvanians who support the National Democratic Party.
Jewish Community Relations Council
of the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia
2100 Arch St. • Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-832-0650 • Fax: 215-440-7680
jcrc@jewishphilly.org • jewishphilly.org
Serves the needs of the Jewish community, both local and overseas, through
the practice of community relations, social action and advocacy. Dedicated to
improving inter-group understanding and the enhancement of a just and
pluralistic society. Advocates for a strong connection to the people of Israel
and to Jews around the world. Commemorates and sustains the memory and
lessons of the Holocaust.
Jewish Labor Committee
2100 Arch St., 7th Floor • Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-668-5454 • MHersch@comcast.net • phillyjlc.org
Upholds the commitment of the Philadelphia Jewish community to social justice
and economic fairness. Advocates for fair wages and decent working conditions
through partnerships with the American Labor Movement, with the working
men and women in Union ranks, and by collaborating with other local grass-
roots organizations and initiatives striving to ensure the same.
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Jewish Social Policy Action Network (JSPAN)
1735 Market St., Suite A-417 • Philadelphia, PA 19103
Gives voice to progressive social values and develops policy and action programs
expressing modern humanitarian principles drawn from Jewish tradition.
Works to advance equality and opportunity for all and to protect the
Constitutional liberties and civil rights of Jews, other minorities, and the
vulnerable in our society. Attracts those who want to have an impact on
local and national social justice issues.
Jewish War Veterans of the USA (JWV)
Philadelphia County Council
609-238-1912 • richfine@hotmail.com • jwv.org
Serves in an advocacy role in presenting veterans’ pension, disability and other
claims before the Veterans Administration and other agencies. Combats anti-
Semitism and bigotry. Assists the Office of Special Investigations in pursuing
Nazi war criminals. Supports American youth through scouting, scholarships
and anti-drug programs. Assists oppressed Jews worldwide. Supports strong
U.S.-Israel relations.
Fegelson-Young-Feinberg Post 697
P.O. Box 802 • Levittown, PA 19058 • 267-573-9697
jewishvetspost697@gmail.com • jewishvetspost697.jwv.org
Sponsors programs promoting patriotism. Ongoing programs include
scholarships for descendants of JWV members; providing veteran service
officers representing veterans and their families before the Department of
Veterans Affairs; membership life and health insurance coverage, and
prescription program; audio-visual library resources; a disaster relief fund;
and care packages to service person nel.
Post 305
215-459-1261 • henrynco@comcast.net
Meets at Adath Israel, 250 N. Highland Ave., Merion Station. Geographic
area includes West Philadelphia and the western suburbs. Activities
include visiting residents at the Coatesville VA Medical Center,
conducting Memorial Day ceremonies at Delaware County cemetery
monuments, hosting speakers at monthly meetings, and supporting
the Department of PA and JWV national organizations.
Post 98
856-468-2678 • edyndon@aol.com
Both Post 98 Members and the Ladies Auxiliary meet at Tiffany’s Diner,
9010 Roosevelt Blvd, Philadelphia, PA. Promotes Judaism, patriotism
and veteran’s services.
Middle East Forum
215-546-5406 • Fax: 215-546-5409
lee@meforum.org • meforum.org
Think tank, that works to define and promote American interests in the Middle
East. Believes in strong ties with Israel, Turkey and other emerging democracies;
works for human rights throughout the region; strives to weaken the forces of
religious radicals; seeks a stable supply and a low price of oil; and promotes the
peaceful settlement of regional and international disputes.
National Council of Jewish Women
Greater Philadelphia Section
215-646-7290 • 215-657-9347 • 215-245-1309
ncjwphila@gmail.com • ncjw.org
Grassroots organization of volunteers who turn progressive ideals into action.
Inspired by Jewish values, NCJW strives for social justice by improving the
quality of life for women, children and families and by safeguarding individual
rights. The Greater Philadelphia Section focuses on Advocacy, Promoting
Education, Hands on Community Service and Tzedakah.
Pennsylvania Jewish Coalition
800 N. Third St., Suite 403 • Harrisburg, PA 17102
717-920-0734 or 717-330-4574 (cell)
hank@pajewishcoalition.org • pajewishcoalition.org
Coalition of Jewish federations and Jewish community-relations councils
throughout Pennsylvania. Monitors legislative and regulatory developments,
identifies and assists in the advocating for funding opportunities for Jewish
agencies and social-justice issues to the Jewish communities. Sensitizes public
officials in Harrisburg to the needs of the Jewish community.
Republican Jewish Coalition
One Belmont Ave., Suite 321 • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
610-667-1263 • Fax: 667-1265
PASNJ@rjchq.org • rjchq.org
The Shalom Center
6711 Lincoln Dr. • Philadelphia, PA 19119 • 215-844-8494
office@theshalomcenter.org • theshalomcenter.org
Draws on Jewish values as it seeks peace, justice, compassion and healing of
the earth.
Shomrim of Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley
P.O. Box 14543 • Philadelphia, PA 19115
hlebofsky@comcast.net • shomrimpadv.org
The Shomrim (“Guardians”) was formed to promote the welfare and brother-
hood of Jewish police officers, firefighters and other law-en forcement personnel.
SECULAR JEWISH PROGRAMS
Congress of Secular Jewish Organizations
847 Tyson Ave. • Roslyn, PA 19001
267-312-7635 • twaslow@verizon.net • csjo.org
A confederation of 23 North American adult groups and schools, with several
affiliates in the Philadelphia area, dedicated to promoting secular Jewish
community life. Four affiliates in the Philadelphia area include the Jewish
Children’s Folkshul (a supplementary school) and three adult groups.
Distributes a quarterly newsletter.
Jewish Genealogical Society of Greater Philadelphia
1657 The Fairway, #145 • Jenkintown, PA 19046
membership@jgsgp.org • jgsgp.org
Provides members with the opportunity to pursue a common interest in
Jewish genealogy.
Kehilla for Secular Jews
113 Shippen Rd. • Erdenheim, PA 19038
215-233-2668 • info@kehillaForSecularJews.org
kehillaforsecularjews.org Honors Jewish history, culture and values. Celebrates Jewish
holidays and life-cycle events. Supports a children’s Sunday school. Encourages
lifelong learning. Is involved in the secular humanist Jewish tradition through
participation in national organizations. Promotes social and economic justice,
and represents the secular humanist tradition within the Jewish community.
Philadelphia Secular Jewish Organization
113 Shippen Rd. • Erdenheim, PA 19038
215-233-2668 • blw113@me.com
Former Jewish Children’s Folkshul parents and other adults who meet
monthly for Jewish educational and social activities, and holiday celebrations,
to promote secular humanistic principles.
phillyisrael.com Shir Shalom: A Community for Humanistic Judaism
610-525-6909 • Fax: 610-525-5310
info@shirshalom-phila.org • shirshalom-phila.org
Creates and uses an evolving, non-theistic liturgy in the celebration of life-cycle
events and Jewish festivals. A member of the Kehilla for Secular Jews.
HOLOCAUST PROGRAMS
Anti-Defamation League (ADL)
1500 Market St. • Suite 2415 West Tower
Philadelphia, PA 19102
215-568-2223 • Fax: 215-568-5526
philadelphia@adl.org • philadelphia.adl.org
BEARING WITNESS™ provides training and resources necessary
for Catholic school educators to teach about anti-Semitism and the
Holocaust, and the historical and current relationship between the
Jewish and Catholic communities.
ECHOES AND REFLECTIONS workshops provide middle and high
school teachers with a comprehensive resource that integrates visual
history testimony from Holocaust survivors and witnesses, with other
primary source material into powerful lessons.
Children of Jewish Holocaust Survivors Association
P.O. Box 1127 • Jenkintown, PA 19046 • 215-947-1158
mimkrik227@gmail.net • cjhsa.org
A nonprofit organization founded in the Greater Philadelphia area dedicated to
preserving the memory of the victims of the Holocaust. As direct descendants
of survivors, CJHS maintains the commitment to honor relatives, preserve their
heritage and culture, educate the community on Holocaust issues, fight bigotry
and hatred, and encourage tolerance and equality.
Goodwin Holocaust Museum & Education Center
Betty & Milton Katz Jewish Community Center
1301 Springdale Rd., Ste. 200 • Cherry Hill, N.J. 08003
856-751-9500, Ext. 1249 • jcrcsnj.org/goodwin
Full-time institution dedicated to Holocaust Education with a reference library,
lending library and multi-media resources. Offers a collection of historical
photographs, artifacts and Nazi paraphernalia. A speaker’s bureau supports
outreach to students and adult groups.
Holocaust Oral History Archive of Gratz College
Mandell Education Campus • Melrose Park, PA 19027
215-635-7300, Ext. 130 or 1-800-475-4635 • Fax: 215-635-7320
archives@gratz.edu • gratz.edu
Records and transcribes first-person testimonies of Holocaust survivors,
liberators, rescuers and other witnesses to the Nazi era. Interviews are available
to use onsite in the Tuttleman Library, Tuesday afternoon by appointment
only to researchers, teachers and students. Unpublished memoirs, personal
documents, memorial books and survivor registers from several European
countries are also available.
Holocaust and Genocide Studies
Gratz College • 7605 Old York Rd. • Melrose Park, PA 19027
215-635-7300 • admissions@gratz.edu • gratz.edu
Online master’s program focuses on the Holocaust, its contemporary significance
and the broader phenomenon of genocide in modern times. Designed for
educators in public and private schools, museum staff, community professionals,
religious and lay leaders, those involved in interfaith dialogue and adult learners
taking classes for personal enrichment or credit. Teachers may take courses
and seminars for professional development to meet ACT 48 and ACT 70 PA
Holocaust and Genocide education requirements. Six-course graduate
certificate also available.
Holocaust Awareness Museum & Education Center
KleinLife • 10100 Jamison Ave., Ste 210 • Philadelphia, PA 19116
215-464-4701 • Fax: 215-464-4703
info@hamec.org • hamec.org
Provides educational programs, including eyewitness Holocaust survivor
testimony and professional theater productions, to teach students the lessons
of the Holocaust. Primary target group is students in fifth through 12th grade.
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