Evelyn Rubenstein Jewish Community Center of Houston Texas

“Stephen Kaufman and Ann Kaufman have a family relationship. Lauren Blachman and Stephen Kaufman have a family relationship. Jack Lapin, Bobby Lapin, and Eve Lapin have a family relationship. Jeremy Samuels, Vic Samuels, and Barbara Samuels have a family relationship. Roslyn Haikin, Jennifer Haikin Zach, and Ron Zach have a family relationship.”

“The Center's bylaws were amended to reflect updates in Texas nonprofit law under the Texas Business Organizations Code as well as best practices based on feedback from the 2013 Board Source assessment and from resources developed by the JCC Association of North America.”

“The Form 990 is reviewed by the Executive VP and the Chief Financial Officer prior to providing a copy to the board and filing with the IRS.”

“At the new Board member orientation and at the first Board meeting of each new fiscal year, policies related to conflict of interest are reviewed by the Board President and Executive Vice President.”

“The compensation of the Executive VP is periodically reviewed and approved by the President of the Board and other members of the Executive Committee of the Center. The last review date was April 2013, and is for a three year term ending May 2016.”

“The Center receives industry compensation data which is reviewed by senior management. In addition, our umbrella organization, JCCA (Jewish Community Centers of America) compiles survey data across all its centers of top management.”

“Upon request.”

“OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 4: Center for Jewish Life and Learning: Adult Jewish learning is part of a life-long process of growth that will help adults advance in their Jewish journey. 190 students participate in Jewish Adult Education through the Melton school and its lecture series typically attracts an average of 40 persons. 500 families benefited from our "Mishpacha and Me" Jewish outreach program for families. A new program "Shabbatify" was introduced for families with young children, with 125 families participating last year. The Center offers educational classes to further one's knowledge in Judaism and in addition, offers many cultural art experiences through Book Fair, Dance Month, and Film Festival. In 2015-16, 13,652 individuals attended these wonderful events. Finally, the Center provides a variety of dance classes to children of all ages. Children develop creativity in movement and coordination in a non-competitive environment. There are approximately 220 children and 75 adults enrolled in the program. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 5: During the year, the Center transferred $314,775 to its supported organization, the Jewish Community Center Endowment Fund.”