Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees sets policies and strategic direction for the Foundation, approves grantmaking opportunities, and oversees investments to best meet the mission.



Addie Goodman



Addie Goodman is a nonprofit executive with a 25-year track record of helping organizations gain strength in fundraising, marketing, leadership development, and organizational fortitude. She joined JCC Chicago in 2014 as the chief development officer and served as the chief operating Officer for two years before being appointed as the first female president/CEO in 2018. 

Addie holds a dual B.A. in English and Japanese language and culture from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and an M.A. in Japanese language and literature from the University of Chicago. She has served in numerous volunteer leadership roles and is a current member of the JCC Association of North America board of directors.
 



Addie Goodman

Addie Goodman is a nonprofit executive with a 25-year track record of helping organizations gain strength in fundraising, marketing, leadership development, and organizational fortitude. She joined JCC Chicago in 2014 as the chief development officer and served as the chief operating Officer for two years before being appointed as the first female president/CEO in 2018. 

Addie holds a dual B.A. in English and Japanese language and culture from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and an M.A. in Japanese language and literature from the University of Chicago. She has served in numerous volunteer leadership roles and is a current member of the JCC Association of North America board of directors.
 

Jerry Silverman



Gerrald (Jerry) Silverman served as president and CEO of The Jewish Federations of North America for ten years (2009 -2019). An outspoken advocate for Jewish Peoplehood, Mr. Silverman is widely known for his views on enhancing religious pluralism in Israel and strengthening Jewish communities worldwide.

Under Mr. Silverman’s leadership, JFNA has realigned its priorities and organizational culture with focus on its 147 Federations and 300 Network communities. Jewish Federations collectively raise $2 billion annually and manage $20 billion in assets and endowments to protect and enhance the well-being of Jews throughout the globe.

Before joining JFNA, Mr. Silverman served as president of the Foundation for Jewish Camp. For a decade before that, he held a range of executive positions at Stride Rite Corp. of Boston and at Levi Strauss & Co. in San Francisco.

Mr. Silverman is married to Erica Silverman and is the father of five children and has one grandchild.




Jerry Silverman

Gerrald (Jerry) Silverman served as president and CEO of The Jewish Federations of North America for ten years (2009 -2019). An outspoken advocate for Jewish Peoplehood, Mr. Silverman is widely known for his views on enhancing religious pluralism in Israel and strengthening Jewish communities worldwide.

Under Mr. Silverman’s leadership, JFNA has realigned its priorities and organizational culture with focus on its 147 Federations and 300 Network communities. Jewish Federations collectively raise $2 billion annually and manage $20 billion in assets and endowments to protect and enhance the well-being of Jews throughout the globe.

Before joining JFNA, Mr. Silverman served as president of the Foundation for Jewish Camp. For a decade before that, he held a range of executive positions at Stride Rite Corp. of Boston and at Levi Strauss & Co. in San Francisco.

Mr. Silverman is married to Erica Silverman and is the father of five children and has one grandchild.

Lisa Rachlin



Lisa Rachlin is an attorney at a Boston-based biotechnology company. Formerly a litigator at a large law firm, Lisa continues to maintain an active pro bono practice, particularly in asylum law. A convert to Judaism, Lisa is passionate about engagement with a broad spectrum of Jewish background and observance, including interfaith families. Lisa has been a PJ Library parent for over ten years, and in recent years, she has helped to drive several PJ Library pilot projects.

At home, Lisa and her husband are raising three children, and they are active in their local Jewish day school. Lisa and her family are also members of Temple Reyim in Newton and the JCC of Greater Boston. Lisa holds a JD from the University of Chicago Law School, where she graduated with honors, an MM in Music Performance from the University of Texas at Austin, and a BFA in Music Performance and English from Carnegie Mellon University.




Lisa Rachlin

Lisa Rachlin is an attorney at a Boston-based biotechnology company. Formerly a litigator at a large law firm, Lisa continues to maintain an active pro bono practice, particularly in asylum law. A convert to Judaism, Lisa is passionate about engagement with a broad spectrum of Jewish background and observance, including interfaith families. Lisa has been a PJ Library parent for over ten years, and in recent years, she has helped to drive several PJ Library pilot projects.

At home, Lisa and her husband are raising three children, and they are active in their local Jewish day school. Lisa and her family are also members of Temple Reyim in Newton and the JCC of Greater Boston. Lisa holds a JD from the University of Chicago Law School, where she graduated with honors, an MM in Music Performance from the University of Texas at Austin, and a BFA in Music Performance and English from Carnegie Mellon University.

Harold Grinspoon



Harold Grinspoon is the founder of the Harold Grinspoon Foundation (HGF).

Born in 1929 in Newton, Massachusetts, Harold was teased as a young boy for being one of the few Jewish youths in town. The anti-Semitic insults he endured and the subsequent events of World War II and the Holocaust left an indelible mark that would shape his worldview as both an entrepreneur and philanthropist.

In the early 1960s, Harold’s life changed when he purchased a dilapidated two-family home with money borrowed from an in-law. He repaired the house, rented it out for a profit, and launched a career in real estate that has spanned six decades.

In 1978, Harold met Diane Troderman, a former high school teacher who would become his wife and partner in Jewish charitable giving. A battle with tongue cancer in the 1980s had a dramatic impact on Harold and instilled a desire to find meaning beyond profit making. Harold, who credits his Jewish heritage and the values of Judaism as instrumental in his business success, chose to give back – investing his time, money, and energy into strengthening the Jewish community.

The Harold Grinspoon Foundation (HGF) was established in 1991 with the mission of enhancing Jewish life. The Foundation's philosophy is infused with Harold’s business acumen: visionary ideas, dynamic partnerships, a focus on return on investment, and a drive to understand and meet the needs of people served. To date, the Foundation has invested more than $200 million dollars in Jewish causes, developing successful partnerships with Jewish communal organizations and fellow philanthropists to achieve best results.

In addition to his work with the Foundation, Harold has served as a founding partner and board member for numerous national and international organizations.

In May 2015, Harold joined Warren Buffett and Bill and Melinda Gates in signing the Giving Pledge, a commitment to dedicate the majority of his wealth to philanthropy.

Harold’s passions extend well beyond real estate and Jewish philanthropy. Known for his love of long walks and hiking, he also enjoys dancing, Pilates, and meditation. His passion for the arts find expression in an extensive collection that includes his own work with a series of tree sculptures.

Harold and Diane travel extensively around the world. Between them they have several awards and honorary degrees, as well as six children and eleven grandchildren.




Harold Grinspoon

Harold Grinspoon is the founder of the Harold Grinspoon Foundation (HGF).

Born in 1929 in Newton, Massachusetts, Harold was teased as a young boy for being one of the few Jewish youths in town. The anti-Semitic insults he endured and the subsequent events of World War II and the Holocaust left an indelible mark that would shape his worldview as both an entrepreneur and philanthropist.

In the early 1960s, Harold’s life changed when he purchased a dilapidated two-family home with money borrowed from an in-law. He repaired the house, rented it out for a profit, and launched a career in real estate that has spanned six decades.

In 1978, Harold met Diane Troderman, a former high school teacher who would become his wife and partner in Jewish charitable giving. A battle with tongue cancer in the 1980s had a dramatic impact on Harold and instilled a desire to find meaning beyond profit making. Harold, who credits his Jewish heritage and the values of Judaism as instrumental in his business success, chose to give back – investing his time, money, and energy into strengthening the Jewish community.

The Harold Grinspoon Foundation (HGF) was established in 1991 with the mission of enhancing Jewish life. The Foundation's philosophy is infused with Harold’s business acumen: visionary ideas, dynamic partnerships, a focus on return on investment, and a drive to understand and meet the needs of people served. To date, the Foundation has invested more than $200 million dollars in Jewish causes, developing successful partnerships with Jewish communal organizations and fellow philanthropists to achieve best results.

In addition to his work with the Foundation, Harold has served as a founding partner and board member for numerous national and international organizations.

In May 2015, Harold joined Warren Buffett and Bill and Melinda Gates in signing the Giving Pledge, a commitment to dedicate the majority of his wealth to philanthropy.

Harold’s passions extend well beyond real estate and Jewish philanthropy. Known for his love of long walks and hiking, he also enjoys dancing, Pilates, and meditation. His passion for the arts find expression in an extensive collection that includes his own work with a series of tree sculptures.

Harold and Diane travel extensively around the world. Between them they have several awards and honorary degrees, as well as six children and eleven grandchildren.

Winnie Sandler Grinspoon



Winnie Sandler Grinspoon is president of the foundation and holds a lifetime trustee appointment.  She has been recognized for her leadership and is the recipient of many awards and honors, including the Esther Award for Leadership and Philanthropy from Hebrew College, the Norman B. Leventhal Community Leadership Award from the JCC Greater Boston, the Bernard Reisman Award for Professional Excellence from the Hornstein Program at Brandeis University.  Winnie has been named to both the Forward 50 and the Algemeiner 100 lists of people positively influencing the Jewish community.

Prior to her work in philanthropy, Winnie practiced law, first in New York (Stroock & Stroock & Lavan) and Boston (Kirkpatrick & Lockhart, now K&L Gates), and then in her own law practice, with concentrations in employment law, discrimination and fair housing law, and commercial litigation



Winnie Sandler Grinspoon

Winnie Sandler Grinspoon is president of the foundation and holds a lifetime trustee appointment.  She has been recognized for her leadership and is the recipient of many awards and honors, including the Esther Award for Leadership and Philanthropy from Hebrew College, the Norman B. Leventhal Community Leadership Award from the JCC Greater Boston, the Bernard Reisman Award for Professional Excellence from the Hornstein Program at Brandeis University.  Winnie has been named to both the Forward 50 and the Algemeiner 100 lists of people positively influencing the Jewish community.

Prior to her work in philanthropy, Winnie practiced law, first in New York (Stroock & Stroock & Lavan) and Boston (Kirkpatrick & Lockhart, now K&L Gates), and then in her own law practice, with concentrations in employment law, discrimination and fair housing law, and commercial litigation

Jeremy Pava



Jeremy Pava is Executive Chairman of Aspen Square Management, a private, national multifamily investment and management company based in Agawam, Massachusetts where he has enjoyed a career spanning over 38 years. Jeremy is also a co-trustee, along with his wife Ann, of Micah Philanthropies, a family foundation they founded to make traditional Judaism more relevant, accessible, and meaningful to contemporary Jews. Jeremy is active in many national and local Jewish organizations and currently serves as Chair of the J.J. Greenberg Institute at Hadar and is on the Board of the International Beit Din. Jeremy and his wife Ann were founders of the Hebrew High School of New England, a regional, Jewish Day High School located in West Hartford, Connecticut and Jeremy is a past president. He is also a founding Trustee of the Harold Grinspoon Foundation and has served on the Board of Directors and the Investment Committee for over 30 years. Jeremy lives in West Hartford, CT with his wife Ann and they have three children and six beautiful grandchildren! He is a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Brandeis University.



Jeremy Pava

Jeremy Pava is Executive Chairman of Aspen Square Management, a private, national multifamily investment and management company based in Agawam, Massachusetts where he has enjoyed a career spanning over 38 years. Jeremy is also a co-trustee, along with his wife Ann, of Micah Philanthropies, a family foundation they founded to make traditional Judaism more relevant, accessible, and meaningful to contemporary Jews. Jeremy is active in many national and local Jewish organizations and currently serves as Chair of the J.J. Greenberg Institute at Hadar and is on the Board of the International Beit Din. Jeremy and his wife Ann were founders of the Hebrew High School of New England, a regional, Jewish Day High School located in West Hartford, Connecticut and Jeremy is a past president. He is also a founding Trustee of the Harold Grinspoon Foundation and has served on the Board of Directors and the Investment Committee for over 30 years. Jeremy lives in West Hartford, CT with his wife Ann and they have three children and six beautiful grandchildren! He is a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Brandeis University.

Deborah Hochberg



Deborah Hochberg is Senior Advisor at The Paul E. Singer Foundation where she works with grantees and partners seeking to increase their impact.  She served as Director of Investor Relations for Multex, Inc., where she built investor relationships and ran corporate strategy, culminating in the company's sale to Thomson Reuters. Debbie began her career at Merrill Lynch & Co. She serves on the Board of Directors of OneTable, The Jewish Food Society, and the Women’s Leadership Initiative at BBYO.  Debbie has an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School and an A.B. in Biology from Harvard College, where she played on the four-time National Championship Varsity Squash team. Debbie lives in Westchester, New York, with her family.



Deborah Hochberg

Deborah Hochberg is Senior Advisor at The Paul E. Singer Foundation where she works with grantees and partners seeking to increase their impact.  She served as Director of Investor Relations for Multex, Inc., where she built investor relationships and ran corporate strategy, culminating in the company's sale to Thomson Reuters. Debbie began her career at Merrill Lynch & Co. She serves on the Board of Directors of OneTable, The Jewish Food Society, and the Women’s Leadership Initiative at BBYO.  Debbie has an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School and an A.B. in Biology from Harvard College, where she played on the four-time National Championship Varsity Squash team. Debbie lives in Westchester, New York, with her family.

Diane Troderman



Diane Troderman is a well-respected leader in the Jewish world.

In addition to her passionate interest in Jewish education, she has worked on behalf of women's issues and the renaissance and renewal of Jewish life in the former Soviet Union. Diane was the founding chair of the Hadassah Brandeis Institute, where she continues to serve on the board. She also serves on the boards of Israel Sci-Tech; Hebrew Publics – A Hebrew Charter School Network; the William Davidson Graduate School of Jewish Education at JTS; the Washington Institute for Near East Policy; and Shalom Learning.

Diane is also the past chair of PEJE (Partnership for excellence in Jewish Education and JESNA (Jewish Educational Service of North America).

Locally, Diane served as past chair of both the Jewish Federation of Western Massachusetts and the Hillel House at the University of Massachusetts. She was the founding chair of the Hatikvah Holocaust Education and Resource Center now located on the University of Massachusetts campus.

Diane, together with her husband Harold Grinspoon, has been instrumental in the growth of the Harold Grinspoon Foundation, where she now serves as a trustee and participates in the PJ Library Book Selection Committee. Between them, Diane and Harold have six children and eleven grandchildren.




Diane Troderman

Diane Troderman is a well-respected leader in the Jewish world.

In addition to her passionate interest in Jewish education, she has worked on behalf of women's issues and the renaissance and renewal of Jewish life in the former Soviet Union. Diane was the founding chair of the Hadassah Brandeis Institute, where she continues to serve on the board. She also serves on the boards of Israel Sci-Tech; Hebrew Publics – A Hebrew Charter School Network; the William Davidson Graduate School of Jewish Education at JTS; the Washington Institute for Near East Policy; and Shalom Learning.

Diane is also the past chair of PEJE (Partnership for excellence in Jewish Education and JESNA (Jewish Educational Service of North America).

Locally, Diane served as past chair of both the Jewish Federation of Western Massachusetts and the Hillel House at the University of Massachusetts. She was the founding chair of the Hatikvah Holocaust Education and Resource Center now located on the University of Massachusetts campus.

Diane, together with her husband Harold Grinspoon, has been instrumental in the growth of the Harold Grinspoon Foundation, where she now serves as a trustee and participates in the PJ Library Book Selection Committee. Between them, Diane and Harold have six children and eleven grandchildren.

Rabbi Elie Kaunfer



Rabbi Elie Kaunfer is President and CEO of the Hadar Institute. Elie has previously worked as a journalist, banker, and corporate fraud investigator. A graduate of Harvard College, he completed his doctorate in liturgy at the Jewish Theological Seminary, where he was also ordained. A Wexner Graduate Fellow and Dorot Fellow, Elie is a co-founder of the independent minyan Kehilat Hadar and has been named multiple times to Newsweek's list of the top 50 rabbis in America. He was selected as an inaugural AVI CHAI Fellow, and is the author of Empowered Judaism: What Independent Minyanim Can Teach Us About Building Vibrant Jewish Communities (Jewish Lights, 2010). He also received semikha from his long-time teacher, Rav Daniel Landes. Elie serves on the board of Natan and on the advisory board of Upstart. Click to watch a short video of Elie as scholar- in-residence at the General Assembly of the Jewish Federations of North America.




Rabbi Elie Kaunfer

Rabbi Elie Kaunfer is President and CEO of the Hadar Institute. Elie has previously worked as a journalist, banker, and corporate fraud investigator. A graduate of Harvard College, he completed his doctorate in liturgy at the Jewish Theological Seminary, where he was also ordained. A Wexner Graduate Fellow and Dorot Fellow, Elie is a co-founder of the independent minyan Kehilat Hadar and has been named multiple times to Newsweek's list of the top 50 rabbis in America. He was selected as an inaugural AVI CHAI Fellow, and is the author of Empowered Judaism: What Independent Minyanim Can Teach Us About Building Vibrant Jewish Communities (Jewish Lights, 2010). He also received semikha from his long-time teacher, Rav Daniel Landes. Elie serves on the board of Natan and on the advisory board of Upstart. Click to watch a short video of Elie as scholar- in-residence at the General Assembly of the Jewish Federations of North America.