Honoring exceptional Jewish Baltimoreans who have made significant contributions to the community and beyond.
Established in 2008, the Baltimore Jewish Hall of Fame honors and celebrates Jewish Baltimoreans who have initiated and led change in the fields of science, education, business, medicine, law, politics, community service, sports, and the arts. These prominent individuals may not have been nominated specifically for their work in the Jewish community; however, they reflect the universal Jewish value of making the world a better place. Inductions are held biennially.
• Ralph Brunn
• Ralph Klein z”l and Shirley Klein z”l
• Marcy K. Kolodny
• Janet B. Kurland z”l
• Marc B. Terrill
• Marvin Schapiro z”l and Jane Schapiro z”l
• Rochelle “Rikki” Spector
• Leonard “Boogie” Weinglass
• Rabbi Joel H. Zaiman z”l
• The Early Female Jewish Members of the Maryland Bar 1920-29
This year’s event will take place on Wednesday, May 7 at the Gordon Center for Performing Arts, and is chaired by Katie Applefeld and Maury Garten.
In addition to recognizing the achievements of our honorees, the event also raises money for financial assistance for children and families to participate in JCC programs including Stoler Early Learning Center, abilities & inclusion programming, J Camps, JCC Maccabi, and membership. Our goal is to never turn away any child or teen because of a family’s financial constraints.
If you are unable to attend the Baltimore Jewish Hall of Fame event, please consider a tax-deductible donation.
The deadline for purchasing a tribute ad has passed. You can still make a donation to the JCC’s Scholarship Fund in recognition of an honoree or honoree’s family.
For additional information, contact Esther Greenberg >
To learn more about Hall of Fame sponsorship opportunities, please contact Esther Greenberg >
Nominations are collected from participants throughout the community and evaluated by the Selection Committee.
Specific Nominee Criteria:
– Is Jewish
– Should have made a difference to Baltimore and/or to the world
– Is someone who has left a “mark” in his/her field or profession
– May be living or deceased
– Is residing or has resided in the Baltimore metropolitan area
The JCC continues to identify potential nominees for the Baltimore Jewish Hall of Fame from all categories including arts & culture, business, community service, education, medicine, science, politics/law, and sports. If you have a friend, relative, or colleague whom you believe fulfills the specific nominee criteria listed above, please feel free to complete the nomination form below, and we will review for consideration.
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