Tag Archives: IMPACT

Where Lies Lead – B’nai B’rith International

By Daniel S. Mariaschin, B’nai B’rith International CEOAs I write this, I have just returned from Israel. I arrived in Israel filled with mixed thoughts about the shadow of Oct. 7, 2023, still hanging over the country, the internal debate over how to secure the release of the hostages and how to prosecute the war against Hamas. Read more » »

Isadore Garsek Lodge Awards Jewish Person of the Year and College Scholarships – B’nai B’rith International

IMPACTIsador Garsek Lodge in Texas honored the recipient of its 2025 Jewish Person of the Year Award as well as six students named as winners of lodge scholarship prizes at an event on June 1. Read more » »

Soup to Nuts: B’nai B’rith Lodges Spread Passover Cheer – B’nai B’rith International

Project H.O.P.E.B’nai B’rith’s Project H.O.P.E. (Help Our People Everywhere) volunteers make a Passover celebration possible for those who do not have access to, or who cannot afford, seder items or holiday treats traditionally enjoyed during this springtime festival of hope and renewal. Read more » »

Tribute to the Berlin B’nai B’rith Lodges at the Original Grand Lodge Site – B’nai B’rith International

Initiated by B’nai B’rith’s Raoul Wallenberg Lodge, a memorial sponsored by the city of Berlin honors the history of its B’nai B’rith lodges, which were closed by the Nazis in 1937. The glass marker is installed at10 Kleist Street, the former location of the German Grand Lodge. Read more » »

My Goals as B’nai B’rith President – B’nai B’rith International

B’nai B’rith elected a new president, Robert (Rob) Spitzer, during its Triennial meeting in January. In his first column, newly elected President Robert Spitzer shares his vision for the organization. Read more » »

The Big Lie Arrives in the Granite State – B’nai B’rith International %

By Daniel S. Mariaschin, B’nai B’rith International CEO On the eve of the B’nai B’rith mission to advocate for Israel at U.N. satellite offices in Geneva, CEO Daniel S. Read more » »

B’nai B’rith Leader, Immigration Lawyer Max J. Kohler – B’nai B’rith International

Little known today, B’nai B’rith leader Max J. Kohler (1871-1934) worked to ameliorate the plight of German Jews suffering under the Nazis by using his knowledge of constitutional and immigration law. He fought on their behalf until the last day of his life. Read more » »

Joyous Sounds in Sydney – B’nai B’rith International

B’nai B’rith Lodges in Sydney are alive with the sound of music, as evidenced by the performances of both the B’nai B’rith Boppers, a “Golden Oldies” band, and A Cappella, a choral group, both of which have been formed by members and volunteers who enjoy being onstage. B’nai B’rith is in your community and around the globe. Read more » »