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-2005-
Summer 2005—
"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:  $10,000-$39,999— Peter & Elaine Chortek

Fall 2005, Agency for Jewish Education of San Diego, Annual Report 2004-2005, page 2.  Board of Directors: President, Caryn Viterbi; Vice Presidents: Roz Brotman; Zelda Goodman; Secretary: Paul Flanzer; Treasurer: Michelle Werbeloff; Immediate Past President: Dr. Seth Krosner; Directors: Yael Aires, Joyce Miller Arovas, Wendy Avraham, Nina Brodsky, Linda Carson, Elaine Chortek, Mark Ellis, Claire Ellman, Randi Feinberg, Barbara Fischbein, Jean Gaylis, Marcia Gettinger, Dr. Myra Greenberg Glassman, Dr. Andrea Goodman, Sidney Green, Clare Greenwald, Bea Karp, Avra Kassar, Lori Kaye, Dr. Roneet Lev, Dr. Nancy Lorsch, Sivia Mann, Rabbi Scott Meltzer, Joe Oppenheimer, Dr. Monica Handler Penner, Todd Salovey, John Weil, Eric Weisman, Marilyn Williams; Honorary Directors: Dr. Gerald Kobernick, Ruth Zanville...."Partners in Jewish Education," page 10:  AJE recognizes the following people for their multiple year commitment and dedication to our Agency.  Double Chai Scholar Partner—Peter and Elaine Chortek....."Legacy Circle," page 11: A project in cooperation with Jewish Community Foundation. The AJE thanks the members of our Legacy Circle whose bequest to the AJE helps ensure the future of Jewish education: ... Peter &  Elaine Chortek....."Special Funds and Endowments," page 11: AJE extends its thanks to the generous donors who have established special funds and endowments... The Chortek Family Foundation Endowment for the Agency for Jewish Education.

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"  Trailblazers (Donor Category): Chortek Family...."San Diego Jewish Book Fair Underwriters," page 2...Librarians (donor category): Elaine & Peter Chortek...

Fall/Winter 2005—Jewish Community Foundation of San Diego, "Generations of Giving: Dor L'Dor in Action," Philanthropy News Quarterly, page 2: Peter and Elaine Chortek challenged their granddaughter, Emily, 14, to go out and find an organization she believed was making a difference in the community. After Emily's research, the family awarded a grant to Jewish Women International, helping those affected by domestic violence. "For us, it's all about dor l'dor—passing our values from one generation to the next," said Pete.

December 2005—"Beth Am Family Yahrzeit," He'Atid (monthly publication of Congregation Beth Am, San Diego), page 26: December (Corresponding to 29 Heshvan to 30 Kislev, 5766):  20 December (19 Kislev):  Harry Schwarz, brother of Elaine Chortek.... "Donations," page 33: Elaine & Peter Chortek, in memory of Paatrice Gold's father, Bruce Remer...

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....

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"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.... Roberet & Lillie Breitbard....

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....Peter & Elaine Chortek...

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...Peter & Elaine Chortek..

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—Elaine Chortek  (underlining indicates a Lion of Judah Endowment)....

December 2005—1) Agency for Jewish Education, Limmud: A Community Day of Learning (pamphlet for January 22, 2006 all-day event),  page 1:  Limmud Steering Committee: ... Elaine Chortek....

2) Agency for Jewish Education, Limmud: A Community Day of Learning (pamphlet for January 22, 2006 all-day event),  back page:  Partners in Jewish Education -- Double Chai Scholar Partner —Peter & Elaine Chortek... . Legacy Circle—...Peter & Elaine Chortek...

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.... Peter & Elaine Chortek...