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Writings about Andrew Viterbi
-1999-
May
21, 1999—Donald H. Harrison, "Community
well represented at Clinton fundraiser," San Diego Jewish
Press-Heritage.
-2004-
Winter 2004—Seacrest
Village Retirement Communities, Happenings, page 12: Legacy of Caring
Tributes: In Memory of Sophie Brody—Jo and Bernie Arenson, Ruth and
Philip Berman, Pearl and Martin Cutler, Bryna Haber, Robin and Ron Israel; Lee
Maturo; Erna and Andrew Viterbi; Jean Weissman and Milton Richlin; Rusti Bartell-Weiss.
-2005-
Summer 2005—Campus Comments: Hillel of San Diego,
1) "Honorary
& Memorial Tributes," page
4: Merle & Teresa Fischlowitz in honor of Michael Brown & Jori
Potiker; William & Judith Friedel; Bryna Haber; Edward & Linda Janon;
Martin & Anita Lawson; Dian Milberg; David & Jeanette Osias; Sidney
& Marian Silverman; Roy & Beth Steiner; Evan & Jill Stone; Irving
& Arlene Tessel; Andrew & Erna Viterbi. Special thanks to
all Birthright Israwel Event Attendees and Tribute Book Sponsors....
2) "Thank You Donors! We are grateful for your
support," Campus Comments: Hillel of San Diego, page
5: Gifts received 7/1/04—8/24/05: $40,000—$99,999: Andrew
& Erna Viterbi.
Fall 2005, Agency for Jewish Education of San Diego, Annual
Report 2004-2005,"Partners in Jewish Education," page 10: AJE
recognizes the following people for their multiple year commitment and
dedication to our Agency:...Chai Scholar Partner...Andrew and Erna Viterbi...
Fall 2005— Seacrest Village Retirement
Communities, Happenings: Senior Living in the Jewish Tradition, pages
6-7: It is through the generosity of our Donors that we are able to provide for
the well-being of each of our residents. We appreciate your generosity. The
following list represents all Donors to our many efforts beginning July 1, 2004
and ending June 30, 2005. These gifts have helped the Homes to provide the
vital services needed for our residents.... Dr. and Mrs. Andrew Viterbi...
October 2005—Lawrence Family Jewish Community
Center, Jacobs Family Campus, San Diego Jewish Book Fair, October 27,
November 10, 12-16, 2005, program, "Pillars of Light, Annual Giving
Campaign" page 2:
"Pacesetters," Viterbi Family Foundation..."San Diego Jewish Book
Fair Underwriters," page 2: "Publisher" (donor category): Viterbi
Family Foundation; "Teller of
Tales," (donor category) page 2: Dr. Andrew & Erna Viterbi... "Founding
Benefactors, The Viterbi Family Foundation," page 3: Erna and Andrew
Viterbi and their family are stong supporters of the Jewish community and have
an interest in all facets of Jewish life. Their love for education has been
demonstrated through the Viterbi Family Torah School of Congregation Beth El and
their support for the San Diego Jewish Academy. Alan is President of Beth El, as
well as Immediate Past President of the Academy. Andrew is active with Technion—Israel
Institute of Technology, serving both as local ATS chapter chairman and as a
Distinguished Visiting Professor on campus. Caryn is President of Agency for
Jewish Education and a Board member of San Diego Center for Jewish Culture.
Their dedication to Jewish learning is further illustrated
by a continuing commitment to the San Diego Jewish Book Fair. They are also
involved in many other Jewish organizations including the UJF, Hadassah, Jewish
Family Service, of which Audrey and Valerie are Board members, and the Jewish
Community Foundation, of which Andrew is Immediate Past President. The UJF
Building is named in memory of Erna's parents, Joseph and Lenka Finci. The venue
for the San Diego Jewish Book Fair is reached through the Viterbi Family
Galleria in the JCC....
Fall/Winter 2005—Jewish Community Foundation of San Diego,
"Generations of Giving: Dor L'Dor in Action," Philanthropy News
Quarterly, page 1: On behalf of the Viterbi Family Foundation, Aaron Smargon,
16, visited the Kid City program at the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center. He then
presented a program recommendation to the Foundation Board leading to a grant
being awarded. "Aaron was able to provide us with a unique perspective of
how young people would view the exhibit. We then relayed these recommendations
to the Fleet Center, maximizing our impact on the program," noted Aaron's
grandfather, Andrew Viterbi. "Now Aaron attends Foundation meetings when
appropriate, joining in our discussions and providing important insights. He's
also serving on the national committee to plan the first-ever Jewish youth
philanthropy conference." ... "Jewish Community Foundation, Board of
Directors," page 4: Executive Committee: ... Immediate Past
President, Andrew Viterbi...
December 2005—1) "Family Foundations," Defining
Our Future, Annual Report 2005, (San Diego) Jewish Community Foundation, page
6: Family Foundations are separate and perpetual nonprofit entities that qualify
as public charities because of their affiliation with the Jewish Community
Foundation. Each foundation has a unique grantmaking mission, and is governed by
a Board of Directors, including donor and community representatives... Chortek
Family Foundation, Foster Family Foundation, Galinson Family Foundation, Polis-Schutz
Family Foundation, Slate Family Foundation (in formation); Stone Family
Foundation, Turk Family Foundation (in formation); Viterbi Family Foundation....
2) "Donor Advised Funds," Defining Our
Future, Annual Report 2005, (San Diego) Jewish Community Foundation, pages
7-10: A Donor Advised Fund is an individual charitable fund that allows you to
make a tax-deductible contribution (minimum to establish is $1,800) and then
recommend grants in the name of the fund to qualified organizations in the
Jewish and general community.... Viterbi Family
3) "Create a Jewish Legacy," Defining
Our Future, Annual Report 2005, (San Diego) Jewish Community Foundation, pages
28-30: Today, you work hard to provide for your family, to support the
community, and to make a difference. You teach your children to be caring and
generous and to connect with causes and organizations about which they feel
passionate. You lead by example and ensure that the generations who follow will
be taken care of, and will continue to build upon what you leave behind. Your
strength in work and character live forever when you choose to Create a Jewish
Legacy. Since April 2004, more than 220 families have stepped forward
through the Create a Jewish Legacy Program to promise an estimated $45 million
to 35 different Jewish causes. Their promises today ensure that their individual
commitment tot he community will live on in perpetuity for the benefit and
improvement of Jewish life in San Diego, Israel and around the world. Options
for Legacy gifts include: Simple bequest in will or trust; Outright gift, using
appreciated assets or cash; Life insurance policy; IRA or pension plan; Pooled
income fund; Charitable remainder trust; Charitable gift annuity... Legacy
givers....Andrew & Erna Viterbi....
4) "Book of Life," Defining Our Future, Annual Report 2005,
(San Diego) Jewish Community Foundation, pages 32-33: The Book of Life
documents promises made by one generation to the next to secure the future of
the Jewish community. More than 110 people have inscribed their names in the
Book of Life, expressing their belief in and commitment to Jewish values and
heritage, and ensuring that our people will survive and flourish. The
inscriptions, together with a portrait photograph, detail the personal thoughts,
passions and experiences that inspired the gift of a Jewish legacy. Displayed
prominently at the Jewish Community Foundation, the Book of Life holds an
ever-growing record of names and legacies—a true portrait of our caring
community. .... Book of Life Signers... Erna & Andrew Viterbi....
5) "Foundation Legacies," Defining Our Future, Annual Report 2005,
(San Diego) Jewish Community Foundation, page 34: The following individuals
have demonstrated their trust by allowing the Foundation to provide long-term,
perpetual stewardship of their charitable wishes. After their lifetimes, an area
of interest or unrestricted endowment fund will be established in their names.
Federation funds support the United Jewish Federation of San Diego County Annual
Campaign. Federation—Andrew & Erna Viterbi (underlining
indicates a Lion of Judah Endowment)....
6) "Leadership," Defining Our
Future, Annual Report 2005, (San Diego) Jewish Community Foundation, pages
40-44: Committees... Board Advancement.... Murray Galinson, chair; Edgar
Berner, Sheila Potiker, Jane Scher, Lawrence Sherman, Steve Solomon, Andrew
Viterbi... Officers: Immediate Past President, Andrew Viterbi... Past
Presidents: Andrew Viterbi, 2002-2004...
December 2005—Agency for Jewish Education, Limmud: A
Community Day of Learning (pamphlet for January 22, 2006 all-day
event), back page: Partners in Jewish Education—Chai Scholar Partner....
Andrew & Erna Viterbi....
December 23, 2005—"As our community celebrates Chanukah the
Festival of Lights," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 28: We honor
all those who have promised to leave a legacy to our Jewish community through
the "Create a Jewish Legacy program since April 2004....Andrew & Erna
Viterbi...
-2006-
January 17, 2006—United
Jewish Federation, Men's Event 2006 Program Presenting Prime Minister Ehud
Barak, brochure insert: we want to thank our very generous donors who
supported the 2005 Annual Campaign (*deceased): Prime Ministers,
$100,000+...Andrew Viterbi....
2006-03-03—Donald
H. Harrison, "Curious George object of our curiosity in Tempe, Ariz,"
jewishsightseeing.com.
2006-04-04—Donald H. Harrison, "Ever Again, a painful experience, sounds the shofar, but to do what?" jewishsightseeing.com
2006-04-10—Donald H. Harrison, "Congregation Beth El sanctuary literally will surround congregants with Torah," jewishsightseeing.com
2006-05-05—Donald H. Harrison, "San Diego civic LEADers salute two prominent Jewish businessmen," jewishsightseeing.com
2006-05-09—Donald H. Harrison, "San Diego's best bargain? Tuesdays in Balboa Park." jewishsightseeing.com
2006-08-08—Donald
H. Harrison, "San
Diegans contribute $2.5 million in response to Olmert's appeal for Israel,"
jewishsightseeing.com
2006-08-12—Donald
H. Harrison, "Anna Krakovich: Survivor of 1994 terror helps Israelis who
face it today," jewishsightseeing.com