The Jewish Community Foundation s Executive Director Robert "Bobby" Kleinman was awarded the Samuel Bronfman Medal during Federation CJA s 106th Annual General meeting Sept. 21.
The Jewish Community Foundation of Montreal held its annual general meeting recently, a 50th anniversary affair at Jardin Royalmount honouring former executive vice-president Robert (Bobby) Kleinman. Present-day Executive Director Kathy
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Robert (Bobby) Kleinman, who for more than 25 years has been a key architect of its success.
âQuiet and unassuming, but smart and community-minded Bobby personifies the values and approach of the JCF,â explains
Kathy Assayag, Executive Director. âWithout fanfare but often with a touch of humor, he simply gets the job done. Thanks in large measure to his vision and hard work, the JCF makes a significant difference in the lives of Montrealers. He is largely responsible for our growth and as a community we are indebted to him.â
The JCF was launched in 1971 by a group of Montreal Jewish leaders, led by the visionary