American Jewish Committee. Cleveland Chapter.

The American Jewish Committee was founded in 1906 in New York, New York, as an advocacy organization promoting Jewish rights worldwide. It focuses its attention on the support of Israel and efforts against anti-Semitism. Other areas of focus include promoting pluralism and shared democratic values, supporting Israel's quest for peace and security, advocating for energy independence for the United States, and strengthening Jewish life. The American Jewish Committee currently has thirty-two active chapters throughout the United States. The Cleveland, Ohio, chapter of the Committee was founded in 1944 under the leadership of Max Freedman. It has had a continued presence in local culture throughout its history, establishing dialogues and cooperation with several ethnic and religious communities in Cleveland and throughout the world.

From the guide to the American Jewish Committee, Cleveland Chapter Records, Series II, 1995-1999, (Western Reserve Historical Society)

An advocacy organization founded in 1906 in New York City. The Cleveland chapter was founded in 1944 under the leadership of Max Freedman, and continues to advocate for intercultural communication and understanding.

From the description of American Jewish Committee, Cleveland Chapter records, 1984-1995. (Rhinelander District Library). WorldCat record id: 269820615

The American Jewish Committee was founded in 1906 in New York, New York as an advocacy organization promoting Jewish rights worldwide. It focuses its attention on the support of Israel and efforts against anti-Semitism. The American Jewish Committee currently has thirty-two active chapters throughout the United States. The Cleveland, Ohio, chapter of the Committee was founded in 1944 under the leadership of Max Freedman, and it has a continued presence in local culture. The Cleveland chapter has held official meetings with the Cleveland Arab-American community, and it co-sponsored an art show with local Hispanic groups to support victims of Middle East violence. It has a strong relationship with the Asian-Indian community, participating in programming revolving around immigration.

From the guide to the American Jewish Committee, Cleveland Chapter Records, 1984-1995, (Western Reserve Historical Society)