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Anonymous

Mazal tov to Ramah

for 75 years of growth and innovation
and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen

for two decades

of inspirational leadership.

Shari & Jeff Aronson

Kol HaKavod to

Rabbi Mitch Cohen

for two decades

of inspirational leadership

of the Ramah Camping Movement.

Jean & Steve Kaplan

Mazal tov to Mitch Cohen for your years of dedicated leadership,

and to Amy Skopp Cooper on becoming National Ramah Director.

In honor of Rabbi Ralph Simon z"l, whose vision and efforts
led to the establishment of the first Ramah camp in Wisconsin,
where Matthew and Tammy Simon were

the first campers enrolled in Ramah history.

Our four generations of Ramahniks are truly grateful.

Rabbi Matthew Simon (Wisconsin) &
Dr. Sara Rubinow Simon (Poconos)

Ethan Simon, Rabbi Josh Simon z"l, &

Betsy Simon Cowan, Ojai & New England (children)

Maggie & Buddy Cowan, Darom (grandchildren)

Anonymous

Kol HaKavod to

Rabbi Mitch Cohen

for two decades

of inspirational leadership

of the Ramah Camping Movement.

Nina & Arnie Harris

איזהו עשיר, השמח בחלקו

"Who is truly wealthy? One who is satisfied with what they have."
- Mishna Avot

We are filled with gratitude.

Mitch & Cari Cohen

"How wonderful it is that no one need wait a single
moment to start to improve the world." - Anne Frank

Mitch, for as long as we have known you,

you have seized those moments to improve

the lives of so many in our communities.

We can't thank you enough for your wisdom,
mentorship, vision, and above all, your friendship.

Thank you for enriching our lives and the lives

of our children. It is appreciated more than you know.

Rachel & Lee Rosen and Family

Mazel Tov, Rabbi Mitch,

on this well-deserved honor!

Thanks to your many years of wise leadership,

Ramah has and continues to produce

educated, committed and proud Zionists

and Jewish leaders for our community.

Kol Ha-Kavod! We are very proud of you !

Susan, Marc, Josh, Steven and Daniel Sacks

Susan & Marc Sacks

Mazal tov to Ramah

for 75 years of growth and innovation
and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen

for two decades

of inspirational leadership.

Ilana & Skip Vichness

Deborah Barak

Mitch, you are a leader of the Jewish people,
a mensch extraordinaire, and a
role model of yiddishkeit to all of us.
You and Cari are a superb team.
We love you, admire you, and thank you
for your remarkable and indispensable
service to Camp Ramah.

Judy & Jonathan Chiel

Congregation Ahavath Israel

Mazal Tov to our dear friend Mitch

and thank you for two decades

of inspirational leadership.
We are grateful for our enduring friendship

and look forward to sharing smachot

with your family in the years ahead.

Amy Skopp Cooper & Rabbi Mark Cooper

Kol Hakavod to our dear friend and a genuine mensch,

Rabbi Mitch Cohen on this well-deserved honor.

We applaud your extraordinary vision and dedication to Camp Ramah. Your accomplishments are remarkable.

Thank you for being a leader who leads in the best possible way, by example.

Susan & Michael Katz

Mazal tov to Ramah

for 75 years of

transformative Jewish experiences

for thousands of campers

and staff members.

Beth & Jeff Kopin

Mitch,

Your leadership and strength

these past 19 years has contributed immensely

to Ramah's impact on Jewish continuity

for the next generation.

Hazak, Hazak, Venit-hazak

Be Strong, Be Strong and we will take strength from you.

Eileen & Jerry Lieberman

We are privileged to honor

our teacher, colleague, and friend

RABBI MITCH COHEN

Your vision and commitment has inspired and guided Ramah

--our campers, staff members, alumni, families, and lay leaders--
to recognize and support the importance of the Ramah experience
in assuring the future of Klal Yisrael and helped ensure our growth

to this 75th season and beyond.

כל הכבוד

Margaret & Alan Silberman and Family

Elena/Lauren/Andrew

Mark/Jodie/Abby/Emily

MITCH COHEN

Thank you for your leadership,

your dedication, your wisdom,

and your friendship.

Fondly,

Rabbi Joshua & Ilana Hoffer Skoff
Jared, Karen, and Eden

Dear Mitch,

We have all seen firsthand

the results of your hard work

and devotion to Ramah camping.

You take with you into retirement

our affection and deep gratitude.

Ed Zinbarg

and The Nagelberg Family

Yasher Koach, Mitch.

Your vision, dedication and leadership have

strengthened Ramah significantly and will

help to ensure its success well into the future.

Sheldon & Lori Disenhouse

The Advancement of Learning Is the Highest Commandment (Maimonides)

Kol Hakavod to Rabbi Mitch Cohen for teaching and instilling a love for Yiddishkeit in our children. You touched more families, hearts, and minds than you will ever know.

The Goss & Bacharach Families

Karen & Ken (Ojai) Goss • Courtney Greenberg & Michael (Canada) • Adina Lowy (Nyack/Berkshires) & Aaron (Canada) • Ilana (Canada) & Ari (Canada) Crane

Yael (Ojai/Palmer) & Stu (Ojai) Goss • Roni (Ojai/Canada/Israel) & Yonatan (Palmer/Israel) Madoff • Schachar (Ojai/Canada/Nyack) & Orit
Hadas (Palmer) • Gilad (Palmer) • Avishai (Palmer)

Mimi (Ojai) & Ron (Ojai) Goss
Alyssa (Ojai) • Danielle (Ojai, Rockies) & Jeremy (Nyack) Berman• Sam (Ojai)

Karen & Jeff (Ojai) Goss • Matthew (Ojai) • Lauren (Ojai)

Sharon (Ojai) & Michael (Nyack) Bacharach • Jeremy (Ojai) • Talia (Ojai)

Mazal tov to Ramah on its 75th anniversary and

for inspiring and playing a pivotal role in

the Yossem Mindel family for three generations.

Kol hakavod to our dear friend Mitch Cohen,
with admiration for your steadfast leadership,

dedication, and passion for fueling

the magic of Ramah far into the 21st century.

Mitch - Ramah / Ramah - Mitch
The two have been inextricably linked

for the past two decades.
With love,

Sheila Yossem & Bob Mindel

Mazel Tov, Mitch Cohen, on this well-deserved honor.

As teenagers at Shelter Rock Jewish Center, Mitch was

an amazing role model and he continues to be as big a

mensch now as he was then. Ramah is so fortunate

to have had him as its leader for so many years

and we are fortunate to have had the opportunity

to work closely with him during some of that time.

With love and respect,

Valerie Altmann and Young Dan Perla

Thank you, Rabbi Cohen, for your devotion

to Ramah and your commitment to ensuring

the Jewish future. We are filled with appreciation

for what the Ramah experience has provided

for our children and continues to

provide for our grandchildren.

Julie (Ramah Alum) & Marc Platt

Kol HaKavod to

Rabbi Mitch Cohen

for two decades

of inspirational leadership

of the Ramah Camping Movement.

Fran & Jon Sherman

Kol HaKavod to

Rabbi Mitch Cohen

for two decades

of inspirational leadership

of the Ramah Camping Movement.

Phyllis Hofman Waldmann

Dr. Bob & Rhoda Barnhard

Mazel Tov to Rabbi Mitch!

We entrusted you with our children,

and you helped mold them into

strong individuals of whom we are proud.

''May you be blessed and strengthened as you have blessed and strengthened your student(s).
May you have peace, grace, kindness, mercy,

long life and everything you need. ''

Elissa, Albert, Michael and Joshua Benchimol

Mazal tov to Ramah

for 75 years of growth and innovation

and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen

for two decades

of inspirational leadership.

Matthew Binstock & Yaira Singer

Mazal tov to Ramah

for 75 years of growth and innovation

and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen for his

vision, integrity, leadership & friendship.

Elisia Abrams & Keath Blatt

Mazal tov to Ramah

for 75 years of growth and innovation

and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen

for two decades

of inspirational leadership.

Rabbis Amy & Scott Bolton, Congregation Or Zarua

Mazal tov to Ramah

for 75 years of growth and innovation
and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen

for two decades

of inspirational leadership.

David & Judy Gilberg

Mazal tov to Ramah

for 75 years of

transformative Jewish experiences

for thousands of campers

and staff members.

Diana & Liron Gitig

With great admiration for Mitch's

inspirational leadership of the

Ramah Camping Movement

and Camp Ramah in Canada,

and deep gratitude for the gift

that leadership has been to our family.

The Goldstein/Noveck Family

Steve, Marlene, Eliana, Yoni & Matthew

Kol HaKavod

to Rabbi Mitch Cohen

for two decades

of inspirational leadership

of the Ramah Camping Movement.

It has been a pleasure working with you.

Tracey & Jeff Goodman

Mazal tov to Ramah

for 75 years of growth and innovation

and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen

for two decades

of inspirational leadership.

Sheila & Aaron Leibovic

Mazal tov to Ramah

for 75 years of growth and innovation

and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen

for two decades

of inspirational leadership.

Mark & Adele Lieberman

CONGRATULATIONS TO RAMAH AT 75

and to

RABBI MITCH COHEN

as he marks a milestone

in his lifetime of commitment and service

to enriching the future of Jewish communal life.

The Linsk Family

Michael Linsk • Lynne Schroeder

Lynne Schroeder & Michael Linsk

"The true value of a leader is not measured by the work they do. A leader's true value is measured by the work they inspire others to do" - Simon Sinek
~~
Our dear Mitch,
Kol Hakavod on your steadfast and dedicated leadership,

in good times and in difficult times, for almost 2 decades!
You have an amazing ability to inspire the entire Ramah kehila, across our broad array of diverse audiences - from directors and tzevet, to chanichim, donors, bikers and riders, community partners, and of course the NRC. You address each group with authenticity, and with a uniquely motivating personal Mitch touch -

your inspirational leadership will be sorely missed.
Toda Rabba on behalf of our beloved Ramah.
With deep gratitude,
Ilana & Mark Meskin, Rabbis Myra Meskin & Ben Gurin,
and Diane & Gilad Be'ery

Kol HaKavod to Rabbi Mitch Cohen

for two decades of inspirational leadership

of the Ramah Camping Movement.

Come a long way from rosh tifilah-(chinuch).
Your accomplishments are only matched

by the incredible human being that you are.

Wishing you the same successes

in the next chapters of your life. Mazal tov!

Etan Chaim Milgrom, MD, MS

תודה רבה

Thank you for your leadership, partnership,

deep concern and caring for the health and safety

of all the members of the Ramah community.

National Ramah Medical Committee, 2020-2021

Cliff Nerwen, Chair

Michael Agus • Alyse Baron • Mark Drexler

Mark Joffe • Andrea Kasowitz • Orly Klein

Jeff Kopin • Philip Levy • Irene Moff • Marcus Oginsky

Steven Schwartz • Kim Van Naarden Braun • Tanya Wyman

From Bike Rides to Winer & Weinstein, Kerem trips

near and far, Shapiro Fellows, Alternative Breaks,

conferences, gluten-free snacks, building new camps and strategic visioning sessions over lunch,

thank you for guiding, mentoring, and leading us. We're grateful to have started our careers with you at NRC!

Mazel Tov, Mitch!

Melissa (Leifer) Bartell • Karen Brier

Hillel Buechler • David Offit • Rami Schwartzer

Jared Skoff • Alana Tilman • Andrew Topal

Sarah (Attermann) Topal • Gideon Weiss

Sara Winograd • Shana Zionts

Mazal tov to Ramah for 75 years

of transformative Jewish experiences

for thousands of campers

and staff members.

With love, admiration and gratitude,
Laurie, Randy, Hillary, Melissa & Jessica Pearlman

Rabbi Mitch Cohen,

While your tenure with Ramah has taken you

from New York to Canada and back, we are delighted that your Ramah experience began at our beloved camp in Ojai, where you

served as rosh edah and rosh tefilah all those years ago.

Your leadership, wisdom, humor, warmth, and menschlichkeit

are and will continue to be an inspiration to us
and to the entire global Ramah kehillah.

Yasher koach and mazal tov on twenty incredible years.
John Magoulas
Deborah Musher & Rabbi Joe Menashe

Marlene & Randy Michaels

Ariella Moss Peterseil & Nachum Peterseil

Mazal tov to Ramah

on its 75th Anniversary

and todah rabah to our friend and teacher,

Rabbi Mitch Cohen

for his two decades of exemplary service

to the Ramah Camping Movement.

Vivian Fried & Lee Podair

For transforming our lives and our children's lives and now

our grandchildren's lives, we are ever grateful to Ramah.

For recognizing the imperative to grow Ramah, impacting countless numbers of children and young adults, and through them strengthening our communities, the Conservative movement and Klal Yisrael, we are ever grateful to Rabbi Mitch Cohen.

Kol Hakavod to our dear, fun-loving friend Mitch Cohen

for his passion and his transformative vision.

We are inspired by your Ieadership and blessed by your friendship.

Dr. Hugh & Martha Pollack

Kol HaKavod to

Rabbi Mitch Cohen

for two decades

of inspirational leadership

of the Ramah Camping Movement.

Audrey & Keith Reich

Mazal tov to Ramah
for 75 years of growth and innovation
and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen
for two decades
of inspirational leadership.

Rabbi Joel & Fradya Rembaum

A Heartfelt Thanks to Rabbi Mitch Cohen
for his leadership and nurturing of Ramah and
Hooray for Ramah at 75
May Ramah continue to instill a love of Judaism

and its traditions for generations to come

The Riemer Biondo Gaetjens Family
with 3 Generations of Ramahniks
SHOSHANA z''l, Camp Ramah in Wisconsin Staff 1948
YOSEF, Camp Ramah in Wisconsin 1968-1972; Israel Seminar 1973
NATHAN, Camp Ramah in Canada 2000 and 2002
NAOMI, Camp Ramah in Canada 2000-2006;
Israel Seminar 2007; Camp Ramah in Canada Staff 2008

Thank you and Mazal tov

to Rabbi Mitch Cohen
for two decades of leadership

in the Ramah Camping Movement.

I still remember

your piano playing havdalahs
in our house 35 years ago.

Arielle, Yoni, Liat, Nessa, and Zev Saposh

Mazal tov to Ramah on 75 inspirational years

and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen

on his decades of leadership at

Ramah Canada and National Ramah.

Our family is so grateful for the many

personal and professional blessings that

Ramah - and Mitch - have brought to our lives.

Rabbi Craig & Nancy Scheff

Todah Rabbah, Mitch, for 20 years of leadership

inspiring the next generation of "Mitches"

who will continue in your spirit of energizing

young engaged Jews for generations to come.

And don't pack up all your office quite yet--

we have a feeling we will

still be seeing you around (for a bit).

Warmly,

Lori Skopp & Michael Schmidt

Adiel/Matt, Amior and Maayan

-- all proud Ramah alumni

Celebrating Ramah for 75 years of innovative, experiential

engagement in Jewish living and learning that has

transformed the lives of thousands, deepening

their ties to Judaism and the Jewish people.

And with immense appreciation for Mitch Cohen -

a generous and visionary leader who

greatly extended the tent of Ramah's impact.

הרחיבי מקום אהלך ויריעות משכנותיך יטו

Enlarge the site of your tent, Extend the size of your dwelling. (Isaiah 54:2)

Shuly Rubin Schwartz & Eric Fishman

Mazal tov to Ramah for

for 75 years of growth and innovation

and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen for

two decades of inspirational leadership.

The Silver Family

Scott, Emily, Eric, Tyler, Shira,

Amanda, Jacob, Daniella, Michael, Vickie & Tosha

Ramah, always in our hearts!

Rosanne & Alvin Skopp

Rabbi Mitch Cohen

Thank you for all your support and friendship.

Your leadership has brought the

Ramah Movement to new heights!

Without you, we never could have

created Ramah in the Rockies!

Lorraine & Donald Skupsky and
The Ramah in the Rockies Family

Mazal tov to Ramah

for 75 years of growth and innovation

and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen

for two decades of
inspirational leadership.

The Topal Family
Steven, Cheryl, Scott, Sarah & Andrew

Kol HaKavod to

Rabbi Mitch Cohen

for two decades

of inspirational leadership

of the Ramah Camping Movement.

Diane & Michael Werner

For my first counselor, Stan Lacks, z"l.
For my first Rosh Edah, Mike Katz.
For Danny Margolis.
For David Mogilner, z"l.
For Archie Ruberg.
For Michael Swartz.
For Eli Havivi.
For Cheryl Magen.
For playing second base.
For learning bridge.
For Rocky Mountain Toast.
For tuna without mayo.
For shepherd's pie.
For comedy shows.
For the radio station.
For "Ramah time."
For Honesdale and Villa Como.
For Bunks 2,4,5,11,12,14-15.
For being a camper, counselor, Rosh Edah.
For being a Rabbi.
For finding my way to Bunk 17.

Mazal tov to Ramah

for 75 years of

transformative Jewish experiences

for thousands of campers

and staff members.

Alex Bernstein & Sonia Daccarett

Mazal Tov, Mitch, on much more

than just two decades of leadership

to the Ramah Camping Movement.

My memories of our years together

will indeed "last a lifetime"!

Kol Hakavod and Mazal Tov!

Howard Black

Kol HaKavod to

Rabbi Mitch Cohen

for two decades of

inspirational leadership

of the Ramah Camping Movement.

Rabbi Gary & Laya Charlestein

Mazel Tov, Mitch!

Debbie Skakel & Joel Chernov

Kol HaKavod to Rabbi Mitch Cohen

for two decades of

inspirational leadership of

the Ramah Camping Movement.

Looking forward to being with you again on the Ramah Israel

Bike Ride and Hiking Trip!

Mark Cohen & Margy Ringelheim Cohen

Kol HaKavod to

Rabbi Mitch Cohen

for two decades

of inspirational leadership

of the Ramah Camping Movement.

Conservative Synagogue Adath Israel of Riverdale

HONORING RABBI MITCH COHEN

Hayinu K'Cholmim....
l'Ramah m'ulah

We were as dreamers...

for an even greater Ramah

The Dorph Family

Kol ha-Kavod

and heartfelt thanks

to our friend Mitch Cohen

for 20 years of inspirational leadership.

We wish you many more years

of challenge, adventure, and fulfillment.

Arnie Eisen & Ace Leveen

Mazal tov to Ramah

for 75 years of growth and innovation

and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen

for two decades

of inspirational leadership.

Marc Gary

Dear Mitch,

Thank you for always

guiding us to the heights.

Kol Hakavod!

The Gitlin Family

Mazal tov to Ramah

for 75 years of

transformative Jewish experiences

for thousands of campers

and staff members.

Roberta Lieber & Mark Glucksman

KOL HAKAVOD to Rabbi Mitch Cohen for fostering a much stronger, larger, and diverse Ramah. As a former President of Camp Ramah in the Poconos, I can attest to his leadership, which was instrumental in getting us through some difficult transitions. Personally, I have visited almost every campus with him and probably shared time on each beautiful basketball court too. Great memories, important work, and a huge thank you.

David & Pearl Goldstein

Camp Ramah in the Poconos and Ramah Day Camp

Mazal tov

to Rabbi Mitch Cohen and

the entire Ramah Camping Movement.

,בידידות ואהבה

Loni & Rabbi Ami Hersh
Micah, Zev, Noa and Yael

There are not enough words to express

the gratitude we feel towards Mitch for

ALL that he has done for Ramah,

nor are there enough words to

quantify or qualify the impact that

he has had on the Ramah Movement.

Kol HaKavod!

Judy & Rob Hirsch

,מיטצ' היקר

,תודה על שנים ארוכות של עשייה ברמה

.למען העם היהודי והקשר עם מדינת ישראל

חזק ואמץ והמשך בעשייתך הברוכה

.לעוד שנים רבות

.תודה רבה על ההשראה והזכות לעבוד יחד איתך

Meir & Jennifer Hoyzman

Kol HaKavod to

Rabbi Mitch Cohen

for two decades

of inspirational leadership

of the Ramah Camping Movement.

Joel Laitman & Annette Rotter

Thank you, Mitch,

for your tremendous leadership and

collaboration throughout the years.

You are an inspiration to us all.

Kol HaKavod!

Warmly,

Belinda Krifcher Lehman
& Adam Lehman

אין העולם מתקיים אלה בשביל הבל תינוקות של בית רבן

The world would not exist without the breath of children in a place of Jewish learning

תודה רבה

You exemplify how wonderful a partnership can be
between lay volunteers and professionals.
Working with you over the years has been a real pleasure.

Your commitment to everything Ramah is simply incredible!
We wish you all the best in the next chapter.

Perhaps most important: You have helped to create the magic
of so many Ramah summers for so many campers and staff!!

Barbara & Charlie Mann

With much gratitude to Mitch from "the NRC office"

"...one of the most important tasks of a leader

is to encourage leadership in others."
- Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks

We are so fortunate to have had you as our leader.

Howard Blas • Amy Skopp Cooper • Erez Davids

Ariel Goodman • Jeff Goodman • Daniel Olson

Nancy Scheff • Adina Scheinberg

Rami Schwartzer • Jared Skoff • Michael Vayda

NRC Office

Mazal Tov on two decades

of exceptional leadership and dedication

to our favorite place on earth.

Thank you for making Ramah

our home away from home.

Love, The Podair Kids

Daniel, Cara, Naomi,
Yoni, Gabe, Lizzy and Sadie (Gesher 2036)

Mazal tov to Ramah

for 75 years of growth and innovation
and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen
for two decades

of inspirational leadership.

Nathan & Mary Relles

Kathy & Peter Reynolds

Todah rabah for inspiring and
believing in me

(and so many others).

Kol hakavod, Mitch, on all you
have accomplished for Ramah.

Anna Serviansky and Family

Congratulations, Mitch,

for your inspirational leadership

and meaningful contributions

to the Ramah Camping Movement.

Your contagious enthusiasm for the

Ramah experience and ideals will have

a lasting impact for generations to come.

Fryda Frame & Mark Shelnitz

Todah Rabah Mitch

&

Happy 75th Birthday Ramah

Love,

The Silverstone Family

Heidi & Rob

Michael (Gesher 2010)

Max (Gesher 2013)

For your commitment and vision, your inspired leadership, your unending efforts, and your role in building the future and in inspiring others to do so...

Congratulations on a path well taken.

Jayne & Avi Skoff

Kol HaKavod

to Rabbi Mitch Cohen

for two decades

of inspirational leadership

of the Ramah Camping Movement.

Rabbi Annie Tucker and
the Temple Israel Center Family

Rabbi Annie Tucker, Temple Israel Center

KOL HAKAVOD MITCH!

The ultimate streaky shooter who never met a 30' shot

he didn't like, played no defense, never passed,

and dribbled in circles with only one hand...

but he always had the key to the gym!

With admiration and appreciation for all you've done,

The Tuesday Night Ballers
Arie Abecassis • Steve DeNelsky • Michael Dittelman
The 3 Jonny G's - Gerstel, Goldberg & Goldstick
Mark Glucksman • Mitchell Josephs • Joel Laitman
Yuval Marcus • David Nanus • Gabe Nechamkin
Steve Ritchin • Merrill Rotter • Rob Saposh
Craig Scheff • Michael Stern

Mitch,

Thank you for so many years

of leadership and friendship.

Sarah Klagsbrun & Eric Weinstein

Mazal tov to Ramah

for 75 years of growth and innovation

and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen

for two decades

of inspirational leadership.

Judy Krinitz & Rabbi David Wise

Kol HaKavod to

Rabbi Mitch Cohen

for two decades

of inspirational leadership

of the Ramah Camping Movement.

Joey & Nancy Zaro

Kol HaKavod, Rabbi Mitch!

We knew you when you were
merely Mitchell Cohen, Esq.

Thank you!

Jonah & Ellen Zimiles

Yasher Koach on 75yrs!
Mazals to Rabbi Mitch Cohen on two decades of
impactful leadership! And to Ramah for building a
warm, engaged,and inspired Jewish community!
Allison & Aryeh Batalion

Yashar Koach to Our Friend and Teacher,
Rabbi Mitch Cohen,
for Two Decades of Leadership
"Leadership is about making others better as a result of your presence and making sure that impact lasts in your absence." -Sheryl Sandberg, Facebook COO
Tris & Sam Berger

Kol HaKavod to Rabbi Mitch Cohen
for two decades of inspirational leadership
of the Ramah Camping Movement.
Ruth & Dov Bergwerk

Thank you, Mitch,
for your 20+ years
of mentorship and friendship.
Rabbi Eliav Bock

Mitch, thank you for all you have done for Camp Ramah,
and for being a mensch along the way.
All of us at Ramah Ojai are grateful
for your leadership and wisdom!
Ellen & Jeff Brown

In gratitude to Mitch for his many years of devoted service to Ramah, both as Director of Ramah in Canada and Director of the National Ramah Commission. Without question, Ramah has been and remains a pillar of our Movement. We wish Mitch good health and abundant joy well into the future as he transitions to the next phase of his life. Your Friends in the Cantors Assembly - Hazzan Rabbi Luis Cattan, President; Hazzan Stephen J. Stein, Executive Vice President

Mazal tov to Ramah
for 75 years of growth and innovation
and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen
for two decades of inspirational leadership.
The Chill Family

Kol HaKavod to my baby brother for his dedication
to the cause of inspiring young Jews to lead
more committed Jewish and Zionist lives.
Our parents would kvell.
Roberta & Mark Cohen

משכמו ומעלה גבוה מכל העם

Rabbi Burt Cohen
Ayala, John, Shayna, Shiri & Isaac Podhoretz
Ilana Cohen • Ellen, Joe & Yehuda Cohen

Mazal Tov to Rabbi Mitch Cohen for his inspirational vision for the Ramah
Camping Movement. Thousands of campers and staff each year have
had life-changing Jewish experiences thanks to your outstanding leadership.
We are so lucky to count you as our teacher, mentor and friend.
With tremendous gratitude,
Amy & Michael Edelstein

Mazel tov to Rabbi Mitch Cohen
on this well-deserved honor.
We thank you for your decades
of leadership at Ramah Camping.
Debbie & Robert Ezrapour

Mazal Tov, Mitch!
Todah for being Lisa's awesome
Rosh Machon in Ojai in 1980 & '81.
We are delighted to honor you!
Lisa Lainer-Fagan & Brian Fagan
Ari, Zev & Sara

To Mitch Cohen
You have devoted your life to making sure the Jewish people will thrive for generations. A life well lived.
The Fraint Family
Deena, Hannah, Zeke & Laura, Avram & Jodi

Yasher Koach, Mitch,
for your outstanding vision and commitment to Ramah!
Thank you, Camp Ramah, for offering our family
and so many others endless summer joy!
The Fredman/Lichtenstein Family
Rena, David, Maia & Anya

Mitch, as a lifelong mentor and friend,
you have literally enriched and changed my life
and the life of our family.
Thank you!
Ed, Tami, Yoni, Emma, Tova & Zach Gelb

Mazal tov to Ramah
for 75 years of growth and innovation
and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen
for two decades of inspirational leadership.
Ilene & Jonathan Gershen

Mazal tov and kol hakavod
to Mitch and to Ramah!
May we all go from strength to strength.
Fondly,
Jennifer, Doron, Tess, & Nadav Kenter

Mitch,
May you continue to go from strength to strength!
Many thanks -
will miss you when you visit in the Rockies!
Francine Lavin Weaver

We are thrilled to celebrate Ramah at 75!
Todah Rabah, Mitch,
for your leadership, friendship, and support.
Mazal Tov, Amy, as you lead Ramah into the future.
Rabbi Dave Levy & Rabbi Rachel Ain

Mazal tov to Rabbi Mitch Cohen and the Ramah Camping Movement.
The Lowy Family
Reva Gershen Lowy (Palmer & Poconos)
Jenna Lowy Becker (Nyack & Berkshires) & William Becker
Adina (Nyack & Berkshires), Aaron (Canada) & Willow (future Ramahnik) Goss
Matthew Lowy (Nyack & Poconos)

עשה לך רב, וקנה לך חבר
Those of us who have known Mitch Cohen
through Ramah are fortunate
to have found a teacher and a friend
The Maidman-Menkowitz Family

Ramah provided a foundation on which
to build our Jewish lives & our marriage.
Mazal Tov to Mitch and to Ramah
on this milestone!
Dr. Daniel Olson & Rabbi Ben Goldberg

We acknowledge that we are who we are by virtue of the difference that Ramah has made in our lives.
Orangetown Jewish Center and the Families of Rabbis Paula Mack Drill, Ami Hersh, & Craig Scheff, and Sharon Rappaport

Mitch Cohen
A mensch • A leader • An inspiration
Only good things for Mitch & Cari
Seymour Reich

2 decades of camp! (sorry, "informal education")
How will you tell that you've retired?
Mazal Tov on BOTH!!!!
Love,
Merrill (the psyCHIATRIST) & Laura Rotter

Mazal tov to Ramah
for 75 years of growth and innovation
and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen
for two decades of inspirational leadership.
Linda Holof-Saposh & Rabbi Stuart Saposh

Mazal Tov and Kol Hakavod to Mitch!
Happy you took my advice on joining me
at Ramah way back in 1979!
Tizke L'Mitzvot!
Rob & Ilana Saposh

Kol Hakavod & Todah Rabbah to Rabbi Mitch Cohen
for 30 years of incredible service to Camp Ramah!
From your friends at
The Schechter Institutes & Ramah Ukraine.

Yasher Koach on your transformative leadership,
which has steadfastly guided Ramah for so many years.
You are a true visionary.
With love and friendship,
Avi & Sandi Schlesinger

Mazal tov to Ramah
for 75 years of growth and innovation
and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen
for two decades of inspirational leadership.
James (z''l) & Lisa Schlesinger

Mitch, you lead by example.
You're an authentic, spirited, and caring person,
and a role model to Ramah and those of us
honored and grateful to have you as a friend.
Stanley & Felicity Schwartz

Mazal Tov, Mitch.
Thanks so much for all that you have done for Ramah.
Now that you are retired, hope to see you
on the basketball court more often.
Aviva & Steven Seiden

Mazal Tov to Rabbi Mitch Cohen.
You have touched our lives with your
wisdom, guidance, and tremendous kindness.
Emily Katz & Mitchell Silverman

Kol HaKavod to Rabbi Mitch Cohen
for two decades of inspirational leadership
of the Ramah Camping Movement.
Erica & Jerry Silverman

In honor of Mitch and Amy, and in honor of
our son Jordan, the beautiful product of your love,
efforts and aspirations for Ramah and for him.
Thank you!!
Marilyn & Harry Soffer and Family

With abiding gratitude and admiration to
Mitch Cohen for his vision and creative dedication,
and to Ramah, for so many sweet summers
of learning and friendship.
Amy Cohn & Rabbi Gordon Tucker

Mazel Tov
to my friend and long-time
camp co-conspirator, Rabbi Mitch Cohen!
With gratitude and wonderful Ramah memories,
Rabbi David Wolpe

Mazal tov to Ramah
and Rabbi Mitch Cohen!
Ramah Alumni Rabbis Eric Yanoff & Andrew Markowitz
Adath Israel, Merion Station, PA

Mazal tov to Ramah for 75 years of growth
and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen for his inspiring leadership.
Suzanne & James Aisenberg

Mazal tov to Rabbi Mitch Cohen on his AMAZING years of service! Camp Ramah in Canada and the whole Ramah community has been made greater thanks to his dedication and service!
The Bendat-Appell Family

Mazal tov to Rabbi Mitch Cohen.
Thank you for all you have accomplished
nurturing & growing the Camp Ramah movement.
Joan & Harvey Bucholtz

Mazal tov to Mitch
on growing and polishing the crown jewel
of the Conservative Movement. !כל הכבוד
Lee & Rachel Buckman

Mazal tov, Rabbi Mitch Cohen!
A remarkable mentor to so many and a mensch to all.
Todah to Ramah for 75 years of joy!
Carolyn & Rabbi Richard Camras

Mazal tov to Ramah for 75 years of growth and innovation and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen for two decades of inspirational leadership.
Rabbi Ari Lucas, Cantor Joel Caplan & Susan Werk
Congregation Agudath Israel

Mazal tov to Ramah for 75 years of growth and innovation and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen for two decades of inspirational leadership.
Rabbi Aaron & Jane-Rachel Schonbrun
Congregation Torat El

Kol HaKavod to Rabbi Mitch Cohen
for two decades of inspirational leadership
of the Ramah Camping Movement.
Covenant Foundation

Todah raba to Rabbi Mitch Cohen
for his incredible leadership and
Mazal tov to Ramah for 75 wonderful years!
Talia & Ari Derman

Kol HaKavod to Rabbi Mitch Cohen
for two decades of inspirational leadership
of the Ramah Camping Movement.
Rabbi Bruce & Tammy Dollin

Kol Hakavod to Rabbi Mitch Cohen, whose vision and guidance inspired
AVI CHAI to invest in Ramah's growth and success. And I was fortunate
to work with a wonderful colleague and friend for so many years!
Joel Einleger

Mazal tov to Ramah for 75 years of growth
and innovation and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen
for two decades of inspirational leadership.
Bonnie & Barry Epstein

Kol HaKavod to Rabbi Mitch Cohen
for two decades of inspirational leadership
of the Ramah Camping Movement.
Avi Friedman & Amy Goldstein

Mazal tov, Mitch!
Thanks for everything you've done
for Ramah and our family!
The Gamulka/Levitt Family

Mazel Tov to Ramah
and Rabbi Mitch Cohen
for his leadership!
Audrey Samers & David Glicksman

Honoured to have been on
your first Hanhalah in Canada (Russell).
Thank you for all you have done for Ramah.
Russell, Jessica, Lea, Michelle & Josh Goldman

Kol HaKavod to Rabbi Mitch!
Thank you for all that you've done
for the Ramah Camping Movement. Ride (and hike) on!
Deborah & Louis Gonzalez

As a Ramah Canada family that began in '63
and continued through 2014, we salute Mitch
and the entire Ramah Movement. Well done.
Bob Goodfriend & Chris Nerrie

לבבנו מלא רחשי הודיה
with appreciation to Rabbi Mitch Cohen and wishes of
הצלחה רבה to Amy Skopp Cooper and מחננו רמה
Robin & Gil Graff

60 years - 3 generations at Nyack;
Berkshires; Glen Spey; Rockies;
Ramah Sports Academy; Israel
Rabbi Richard & Sharon Freiberg Hammerman and Family

Kol haKavod, and thank you, to Rabbi Mitch Cohen
for his dedication and years of service,
impacting generations of families.
Annie & Ari Hoffnung and Family

We congratulate Rabbi Mitch Cohen on his retirement
and thank him for all he did for Ramah camping.
Joel & Alissa Isaacson
Joel Isaacson & Co., LLC

In honor of Rabbi Mitch Cohen's leadership
& inspiration to the entire Jewish camp platform.
With gratitude,
JCC Association of North America

Kol HaKavod to Rabbi Mitch Cohen
for two decades of inspirational leadership
of the Ramah Camping Movement.
Jewish Community Center of Harrison

"When I am surrounded by camp,my heart will not fear" - Psalm 27
MAZAL TOV to Mitch and Cari!
Yours for Ramah,
Glenn Karonsky

Kol HaKavod to Rabbi Mitch Cohen
for two decades of inspirational leadership
of the Ramah Camping Movement.
Keshet

Mazal tov to Ramah for 75 years of growth and innovation and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen for two decades of inspirational leadership.
The Kimmelstiel Family
Laurie, Fred, Jonah & Julie, Jeremy, Rebecca & Adam Kevelson

Mazal tov to Ramah for 75 years of growth
and innovation and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen
for two decades of inspirational leadership.
Lena & David Kushnir

Mazal Tov,
Rabbi Mitch Cohen!
We are so grateful to you and to Ramah!
Rabbi Shoshi & Cantor Ethan Levin Goldberg

Yasher Koach, Rabbi Mitch Cohen, for your dedication and
leadership. May you continue to go from strength to strength.
Malka Lewittes & Elan Pratzer
Lori Lewittes & Ted Saskin

Mazal tov to Ramah for 75 years
of transformative Jewish experiences
for thousands of campers and staff members.
Ann Goldhirsch & Barry Love

Mazal tov to Ramah for 75 years of growth
and innovation and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen
for two decades of inspirational leadership.
Leah & Aryeh Meir

Thank you, Mitchipoo, for your dedication to Ramah which has led to some of the most formative experiences in our lives. From summers in Utterson to Shabbat dinners in White Plains, it's been a privilege having a front row seat, and
learning a thing or two along the way. Mazal tov. Love,
Lauren & Erica Mindel

In honor of our lifelong friend, Rabbi Mitchell Cohen
The Neusner Family
Suzanne, Shmuel & Jill, Eli & Poly, Noam, Margalit & Jonathan,
and Ramah Fanatics Emma, Ilana & Lev

We are incredibly grateful for your passion, creativity
and years of service to our beloved Ramah.
Elisa & Rick Recht

Mitch, an inspirational and compassionate
partner, friend and blessing in our
extraordinary Jewish camping world.
Paul Reichenbach

Mazal Tov, Mitch,
for this well-deserved honor.
Ronnie & Marc Schlussel

With many thanks to Rabbi Mitch Cohen,
a wonderful friend and mentor. Thank you for
your thoughtful and inspirational leadership.
Asher & Leora Schlusselberg

Thank you, Mitch,
for your commitment and leadership!
Harriet & Joel Shaiman

Kol HaKavod to Rabbi Mitch Cohen
for two decades of inspirational leadership
of the Ramah Camping Movement.
Rabbi William Plevan & Sara Shapiro-Plevan

You taught others to be their best, as others guided you.
Your vision and devotion to Ramah
will strengthen all for years to come.
Margo & Judah Silverman

Kol HaKavod to Rabbi Mitch Cohen
for two decades of inspirational leadership
of the Ramah Camping Movement.
Rabbi David & Emily Soloff

Mazal tov to Ramah for 75 years of growth
and innovation and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen
for two decades of inspirational leadership.
Drs. Ellen & Jay Steinberg

Mazal tov to Ramah
for 75 years of transformative Jewish experiences
for thousands of campers and staff members.
Susan (Fritz), Jonathan, Maya & Ari Sweedler

Personal best wishes and Mazal Tov to
Rabbi Mitch Cohen, whose leadership has brought
Ramah to new heights of growth and achievement.
Rabbi Al Thaler

Mazel Tov, Mitch & Ramah. Blessed by your menschlichkeit, leadership, partnership, friendship in our holy purpose.
Ruben Arquilevich, on behalf of URJ Camps,
Israel Immersives, Union for Reform Judaism

Mazal tov to Ramah for 75 years of growth
and innovation and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen
for two decades of inspirational leadership.
Allen & Judith z"l Weinstock, Kape Property Management

Kol HaKavod to Rabbi Mitch Cohen
for two decades of inspirational leadership
of the Ramah Camping Movement.
Rabbi Stephen & Naomi Weiss

Jennifer & Douglas Wolf

Kol Hakavod on your
extraordinary contribution to Camp Ramah.
Your dedication, vision & leadership
serves as a role model to all.
Lori & Larry Wolynetz

Kol HaKavod to Rabbi Mitch Cohen
for two decades of inspirational leadership
of the Ramah Camping Movement.
Jill Linsk & Ron Zelizer

Kol HaKavod to Rabbi Mitch Cohen
for two decades of inspirational leadership
of the Ramah Camping Movement.
Amy Legow & Lawrence Zola

Kol haKavod to our haver haRav Menahem for two decades of inspirational leadership of our beloved Ramah Movement! - Nomi Shapiro & David Ackerman

Kol Hakavod!
- Rabbi Morris Allen & Dr. Phyllis Gorin

Rabbi Cohen, thank you for all you have done for our camp and the Jewish people!
- Ezra Balsam & Laura Elkayam

Mazel Tov to Mitch from the Bodner Family. Alisa & Michael look
forward to joining Mitch & Ramah in Israel in May! - The Bodner Family

Mazal tov to Ramah for 75 years of growth and innovation and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen for two decades of inspirational leadership. - Meryl & Benjy Brown

Thank you to Rabbi Mitch Cohen for inspiring, educating and impacting
so many children. Kol HaKavod! - Deborah & Ari Burstein

Kol HaKavod to Rabbi Mitch Cohen for two decades of inspirational
leadership of the Ramah Camping Movement. - The Cherrin Family

Mazal tov to Ramah for 75 years of transformative Jewish experiences
for thousands of campers and staff members. - Judy Dvorak Gray

Mazal tov to Ramah for 75 years of growth and innovation and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen for two decades of inspirational leadership. - Mindy & Myron Edelman

Congrats to Mitch Cohen on incredible leadership and to Ramah--
a gift for 3 generations of Edelmans! - Rabbi Moshe Edelman

Mazel Tov to Rabbi Mitch Cohen on his retirement and for helping to build the multi-generational community at Camp Ramah in Canada.- Roberta & David Feldman

With admiration and gratitude for your many years of leadership and friendship.
- Netta Zweig & Dan Goldberg

Mazel tov to Ramah at 75 and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen for his inspiring leadership.
- Lynne & Arnie Gordon

Thank you, Rabbi Mitch Cohen, for making a difference.
- Rabbi Michael & Cindy Greenbaum

Mazal tov to Ramah for 75 years of growth and innovation and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen
for two decades of inspirational leadership. - Joe & Amy Doberman Griminger

Mitch, thank you for your dedicated service to Ramah
and best wishes on your retirement. - The Gropper Family

We are grateful to Machanei Ramah and Rabbi Mitch Cohen, who have deeply
enriched our family. Kol HaKavod L'Kulam! - Rabbi Marc & Abbey Frank Israel

Mazal tov to Ramah and Rabbi Mitch Cohen for his inspiring leadership,
which has been evident since our time together in college. - Ric Kaner

Thank you for your immeasurable and indelible contribution to Machaneh Ramah.
- Lauren & Kenny Kanfer

Kol HaKavod to Rabbi Mitch Cohen for two decades of
inspirational leadership of the Ramah Camping Movement. - Ben Katz

Todah Rabah to Rabbi Mitch Cohen for his tremendous leadership of
the Ramah Camping Movement & Mazal Tov to all!! - Stuart & Marni Katz

Mazal tov to Ramah for 75 years of growth and innovation and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen for two decades of inspirational leadership. - Gerry & Judy Kobell

Mazal tov to Ramah and to Mitch Cohen. It's been wonderful working together.
- Adena Lebeau & Jeff Kress

Yashar Koach.
All the best in your future endeavors. - Rabbi Vernon & Bryna Kurtz

Kol HaKavod to Mitch, who has positively impacted generations of Chanichim, Tzevet, and lay leadership. Todah Rabah. - Bill & Robin Sue Landsburg

In honor of Rabbi Mitch Cohen's retirement.
- Ari Levin

Mazal tov to Ramah for 75 years of growth and innovation and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen for two decades of inspirational leadership. - Barbara Meixler

From strength to strength. Kol haKavod to Mitch.
Yom Huledet Sameah to Ramah! - Billy Mencow & Amy Mates

Kol HaKavod to Rabbi Mitch Cohen for two decades of inspirational leadership of the Ramah Camping Movement. - Rabbi Rafi Rank, Midway Jewish Center

Mazal tov to Ramah for 75 years of growth and innovation and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen for two decades of inspirational leadership. - Craig & Jackie Miller

Mazal tov Mitch!
You've come a long way since the summer of 1970! - Scott Miller

With gratitude for your leadership, guidance, wisdom and support.
- Aviva Millstone

Mazal tov to Ramah on 75 incredible years and
to Rabbi Mitch Cohen for his inspiring leadership. - Irene Moff

So happy to celebrate with Mitch TWO DECADES of Ramah leadership
& FOUR DECADES of dear friendship! - Miriam Wolf & Dani Moskowitz

Kol HaKavod to a great Ramah leader and incredible visionary whose creativity and wisdom will have a lasting impact. - Alissa Neil

Kol HaKavod to Rabbi Mitch Cohen for two decades of inspirational leadership
of the Ramah Camping Movement. - Cliff & Shula Nerwen

Mitch I knew you when....
Mazel tov to you and to Ramah on its 75th! - Esther Netter

Mitch, Thank you for your leadership, mentorship, and balance. Rov Todot!
- Ron Polster and Family

Mazal tov to Ramah for 75 years of growth and innovation and to
Rabbi Mitch Cohen for two decades of inspirational leadership. - Bezalel Porten

Ramah...here's to the next 75! It has been an honor and privilege for our
family to learn, work, and grow with you. - Sharon Rappaport and Family

Kol HaKavod to Rabbi Mitch Cohen for two decades of inspirational
leadership of the Ramah Camping Movement. - Sandy & Arlene Remz

Mazal tov to Ramah for 75 years of growth and to Rabbi Mitch Cohen
for his inspiring leadership - Rabbi Carnie & Paulie Rose and Family

Kol Hakavod to Rabbi Mitch Cohen for your outstanding leadership
and inspiring future generations! - Renana & Bob Rosenbloom

Kol Hakavod to Rabbi Mitch Cohen on his many decades of dedication and leadership, and Mazel Tov to Ramah on its 75th! - Sharon & Rabbi Michael Safra

Mazal tov, Mitch. It was an honor to work with you and learn from you.
Ramah was lucky to have you! With gratitude and love, Nadine Sasson Cohen

Mazal Tov, Rabbi Mitch Cohen, on your past achievements
and all the best in your future endeavors. - Josh Schraeter

Mazal tov to Ramah for 75 successful years and to
Rabbi Mitch Cohen for his inspiring leadership - Yael & Mark Shayne

Mazal tov to Ramah for 75 years of growth and innovation and to
Rabbi Mitch Cohen for two decades of inspirational leadership. - Susan Smith

Congratulations to Mitch for your years of service and congratulations to Ramah
for 75 years of growth and innovation. - Total Form Fitness, Leo, Doug & Team

Mitch, you were a mentor to me in so many ways during the Reshet Ramah years.
May you go from strength to strength! - Rabbi Abigail Treu & Pavel Vaynshtok

For all the heart and soul you share with Ramah, our blessings
and our deepest thanks - Valley Beth Shalom, Encino, California

Mazal tov to Ramah for 75 years of growth & to Rabbi Mitch Cohen for your inspiring leadership. We always knew you would do great things! - Susan & Alan Zelman

Daniel & Liat Altman

Rose & Mitchell Blank

Howard Blas

Judy Brown-Davis in memory of Bob Brown z''l

Rabbi Burton Cohen

Rabbi Paul & Gerri Kurland and Family, Congregation Shir Shalom

Rabbi Adam (Alonim '98) & Debra Cutler & Chaim Cutler (Alonim '00)

Erez Davids

Rabbi Andrew Ergas & Dr. Jennifer Davids

Elisa & Michael Deener-Agus

Susie Drazen

Rav Ezra Balser & Laura Elkayam

David H. Engleberg and Family

Karen & David Farbman

Joe & Sue Freedman

Jonathan Funk

Gali Zumba and Gleicher Family

Scott & Marcia Glickman and Family

Karen & Jonathan Goldstick

Barbi & Jared Green

Rabbi Susan Grossman, Beth Shalom Congregation, Columbia MD

Linda & Michael Hoffenberg

Talya & Rabbi David Kalender

Nadine Evans & Rafi Kieval

Orly Klein

Rabbi Neil & Alisa Rubin Kurshan

Sascha & David Lazar

Sara & Matt Levitt

Leonard Levy

Philip Levy & Elizabeth Solomont

Rebecca & Rabbi Aaron Starr and James & Betty Line

Elise Lipoff Mayer

Danny Margolis

Steve Markowitz

Alvin & Marilyn Mars

Dr. Fred & Mindy Miller

Jennafer Miller

Mizrahi/Tamir/Barkow Family

Andrew Newman

Rabbi Micah Peltz & Rachel Zivic

Elizabeth & Bob Pressman

Wendy & Allan Rosenthal

Joel & Barbara Roth

Rabbi David & Rebecca Russo

Steven & Elana Cohen Schwartz

Eric Segal & Karen Legman Segal

Pam Brill & Michael Shalen

Joanna Shapiro

Julie Fisher & Dan Shapiro

Donna & Jacques Shore

Robin & Ron Shulman

Audra Kaplan & Alan Spellberg

Elliot & Phyllis Spiegel

David Starr

Yoni Stern & Jacqueline Glodstein