Herman Muehlstein Foundation

Herman Muehlstein Foundation (1947-2005)

Mr. Herman Muehlstein was a prominent New York City industrialist and philanthropist. He was a merchant, importer and dealer in rubber. Mr. Muehlstein came from a modest beginning and emerged as an industrial leader of his newly adopted country. Herman Muehlstein was born in Erdokoz, Hungary in February 11, 1879 to Gabriel and Rosalie Durnfeld Muehlstein. He immigrated to the United States in 1893. He was educated at the public schools of New York City. Throughout his long and productive life, he maintained an interest in educational and charitable organizations and helped many underprivileged youth to receive an education. Mr. Muehlstein was active in many philanthropic organizations and helped organize several United Jewish Appeal drives and other welfare campaigns.

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