About Friendship Circle

 

THE FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE MISSION

Friendship Circle sparks friendship, connection, and support for children of all abilities, their families, and Jewish teens.


Friendship Circle's unique approach brings together teenagers and children of all abilities for hours of fun and friendship. These shared experiences empower the children, while enriching the lives of everyone else involved:

  • Special children bloom and gain the confidence they need to make the most of their abilities and talents.
  • Teenage friend-makers learn the priceless value of giving, the curative power of friendship, and the vital importance of integrating children of all abilities into the community.
  • Parents and siblings receive much-needed respite and support from Friendship Circle programs and the Friendship Circle family.

Friendship Circle links teens, children, parents, staff, and supporters in a seamless circle of friendship, making miracles happen every day.
 

 


LEADERSHIP

Harley Cohen
Board Chair

Jerry Appel
Treasurer

Michael Goldberg
Secretary

Alyson Charnas
Jill Helfman
Michael Stovsky
Rob Zimmerman

Trustees

Brian Fox
Immediate Past Chairman

Steve Weinberg
Chairman Emeritus

Peter Rzepka
Founding Chairman

 

 

 

STAFF

Heidi Cope
Administrative Assistant

Jenna Couchman
Program Coordinator

Johanna Kester
Activity Coordinator

Devora Klugmann
Special Events Coordinator


 

Estie Marozov
Co-Director

Rabbi Yossi Marozov
Executive Director

Rabbi Yosef Peysin
Director of Youth Engagement

Breanna Pilipovich
Interim Program Director

 

 

Dale Richardson
Bookkeeper

Eli Shomer
Associate Development Director

Kim Sirkin
Director of Marketing & Communications

Jon Thozeski
General Maintenance Manager