Our Board
The Community Chest Board of Directors is comprised of individuals dedicated to volunteering
their time to help those in need. That is the essence of our “Neighbors Helping Neighbors” program.
their time to help those in need. That is the essence of our “Neighbors Helping Neighbors” program.
Cal Nathan, President
is passionate about helping others and feels that giving back is an important part of his dedication to community. Cal has chaired many committees over his years serving on our Board, including the Five Towns Succos Fair, 5K Run/Family Walk, and the “Neighbors Helping Neighbors” benefit too. Cal was born and raised on the South Shore of Long Island and lives in Woodmere with his wife and children. “I am proud of all that we have accomplished to date, and know that the next decade will allow Chest to continue investing to make a difference and leading with kindness to make an impact within our community.”
Adam Kaufman, Chairman & Secretary
a resident of Woodmere, lives with his wife Shari and their three children. He began work with Community Chest South Shore as a pro bono legal advisor and is now a member of the Board of Directors. in 2003, he formed Adam B. Kaufman and Associates, PPLC where is a Managing Member. Adam volunteers at his children’s school and in his spare time, enjoys playing the guitar and singing with friends around a camp fire.
Trudi Haberman, Vice President
Until she attended the first Annual Dinner, Trudi Haberman, never realized how many people need help in the community where she lived all her life. She was hooked on Chest at that event, and from that moment knew she had to be part of a great initiative where neighbors reach out to neighbors in need. The people at Community Chest give to the Five Towns and the surrounding areas with a full heart. Trudi is thrilled and honored to serve on the Board of Directors.
Amy Epstein, Vice President
is truly honored to serve on the executive board of the Community Chest South Shore. The organization strives for the betterment of the entire community. With the sponsorship of activities such as the 5K Run/Family Walk and the Annual Fair, and by maintaining an extremely active youth board, Chest engages its neighbors. People of all ages, races and religions participate, feel welcomed and help by extending a financial olive branch to neighbors in need. Amy hopes to serve on the Chest board for many years to come.
Jacqueline Kaminer, Vice President
is proud to be on the executive board of Community Chest, thanks to one of the organization’s fearless leaders and a dear friend, Eric Keslowitz. Jackie and her husband Ron were so impressed with Eric’s efforts and accomplishments in the community that they wanted to experience the same sense of fulfillment. As the Youth Board Advisor, Jackie is privileged to work with kids, which she enjoys tremendously! Chest represents a dynamic camaraderie of individuals who are about spreading goodness; enhancing a sense of community through its core value…helping others!
Danny Gluck, Vice President
As inspector of the Nassau County Auxiliary Police Danny Gluck leads the largest volunteer police unit on Long Island. He takes his responsibility very seriously as he maintains a safe 5K Run/Walk course, a secure Fair environment, parade routes and any special event Community Chest or the local Villages produce. His actions exemplify “Neighbors Helping Neighbors”.
Michelle Schornstein, Vice President
Although new to the Community Chest South Shore family, Michelle Schornstein couldn’t be prouder to be involved with an organization whose purpose it is to help those in the community who are less fortunate. As a longtime resident of the Five Towns, Michelle feels an obligation to give back to the community that has given her family so much. The best way to fulfill that obligation is through the “Neighbors Helping Neighbors” program which is an invaluable resource to those in the community who have fallen on hard times. There is no greater satisfaction for Michelle than knowing she’s helped make a difference.
Steven Schlaff, Secretary
and his wife Susan moved from Belle Harbor to the Five Towns in 1982 and have raised three children here. Steven has served on the board of directors of various charities and organizations, and in 1990, joined the Board of Directors of the Community Chest, a local charity that fulfills the health and human services needs of the community. He served as Campaign Chairman, Secretary, Vice President, President, and Chairman of the Board. Susan Schlaff was mayor of one of the local villages for over 19 years. Taking care of the community is central to the Schlaffs’ lives.
Steven Liebman, Treasurer
has been proud to serve as Vice President, Treasurer, Fair and Marketing Chair. He always works to keep his eye on the bottom line and looks for “out of the box” ways to raise funds for the organization”. Planning outings to hit Broadway shows has become a labor of love because the concept serves to bring the Chest board together, gets the name out to the public and earns income for Community Chest South Shore.
Sheryl Bouzaglou
and her husband Sam and their 3 children have always been active in supporting the community. Sheryl has been on the “Neighbors Helping Neighbors”: Neighbors in Need Annual Evening and devotes time to helping others in local high schools. Sheryl believes in giving back to the community that allows her to make a difference in someone’s life. She teaches Special Education in Lawrence and is proud to be on the Community Chest South Shore Board of Directors.
Alissa Hersh MD
is a 5 Towns resident and local physician caring for pediatric and adult patients. Alissa believes strongly in building a cohesive community that strives for wellness, and performing acts of kindness. She is excited to be a part of Community Chest of the South Shore and to work together with neighbors to help build a stronger and safer community for people of all ages and backgrounds. Dr Hersh lives with her husband, Dr David Hersh, and four kids and together they have volunteered with different local organizations from the S.H.O.P. at the Marion Gural JCC to blood and bone marrow drives, and have organized coat and PPE drives.
Ronald Kaminer
Being a Community Chest South Shore board member for many years has allowed Ronald Kaminer to be part of the most important aspect of the organization: giving. Through funds raised by Chest’s endeavors, the community has been reached and many lives have been changed. Ron is proud to be part of this special organization and he looks forward to seeing all the great things it can do for the community for years to come.
Diane Rattner
is a lifelong resident of the Five Towns area and a 2nd generation member of the Community Chest South Shore Board. Her parents were both involved in Chest in the 1960s and 70s. She first joined the Board of the Special Events Division in the 90s. Although she left the Board for a period of time, the organization was always important and she always supported efforts to help the community. Diane is back now and is thrilled to be part of the “Neighbors Helping Neighbors” initiative-it is truly what Community Chest is all about.
Dalia Tetelman
Dalia Tetelman is proud to be a part of the Community Chest board. Dalia lives in Hewlett with her husband, Dorian and 4 children. 3 already graduated from the Lynbrook public schools and her youngest is now in middle school. Dalia is an attorney practicing in Woodmere. She values the importance of being involved in one’s community and has volunteered for many years in the local schools, teaching kids yoga, in the PTAs and is currently serving on the executive board of another nonprofit organization The Excellence in Education Foundation For The Benefit Of Lynbrook. Dalia is looking forward to contributing to the great work of the Community Chest.
Steve Weinrib
is a passionate entrepreneur with strong ties to giving back. He has been active in many local charities for as many years as he can remember, being born and raised in Woodmere. Steve, together with his wife Tamar and their family reside locally in the 5Towns.
Professionally, Steve has founded and grown Thryve Capital, a b2b finance company with a special focus on providing working capital to small business owners nationwide. As a champion of small business owners, Steve is dedicated to helping them survive, thrive and succeed.
Steve holds an M.B.A in finance from Hofstra University, Frank Zarb School of Business but more importantly, an entrepreneurial degree from the school of “hustle & learn”. In his spare time, Steve can be found dreaming of sushi, surfing waves on the beaches of NY, or spending time with his 4 awesome kids.
Professionally, Steve has founded and grown Thryve Capital, a b2b finance company with a special focus on providing working capital to small business owners nationwide. As a champion of small business owners, Steve is dedicated to helping them survive, thrive and succeed.
Steve holds an M.B.A in finance from Hofstra University, Frank Zarb School of Business but more importantly, an entrepreneurial degree from the school of “hustle & learn”. In his spare time, Steve can be found dreaming of sushi, surfing waves on the beaches of NY, or spending time with his 4 awesome kids.
Honorary Board of Directors
Philip Altheim; Corinne Berke; Anne and Philip Bernstein; Ed and Mary Cooper; James Champlin; George Coleman; Linda Gruman; William Henry; Alan Hoffman; Gary Kaplan; Marc Kemp; Edward Kerschner; Abner Levine; Marc Marinoff; Robin Matza; Arthur Robbins; Steven Spiro; Dominick and Vera Valenti; Michael Yohai