629 FOSTER
THE FUTURE OF NORTHWESTERN HILLEL
Northwestern Hillel offers both a safe space and a brave space. Student needs and interests continue to grow, and we intend to continue to be on the cutting edge of innovation in the Jewish future.
Michael Simon
Executive Director
LIBRARY
Building Forward
at 629 Foster
A Need for Enhanced Space at 629 Foster
Since the Fiedler Hillel building was created in the late 1990s, Northwestern Hillel has enjoyed tremendous growth in the breadth and depth of its programs. The limitations of the current building creates significant challenges, as it was not designed to host a large number of students and a wide array of activities taking place simultaneously.
Northwestern Hillel needs your help to ensure that Jewish life at Northwestern continues to flourish and grow.
LEADING THE WAY
Northwestern Hillel received a two million dollar gift from Abel and Judy Friedman to support Hillel’s efforts to expand activities that enrich Jewish student life and learning at the University.
It is the largest single gift in the organization’s 85-year history.
"It is an honor for us to be able to enhance the extracurricular endeavors Northwestern provides to its students, and particularly to enable those offered by Northwestern Hillel to thrive and grow," said Abel Friedman.
"I am truly inspired by Abel and Judy Friedman's tremendous commitment to creating significant opportunities for Northwestern students to explore their Judaism and engage with one another, regardless of their religious background."
Morton "Morty" Schapiro
President, Northwestern University
Floor Plans
FIRST FLOOR
SECOND FLOOR
LOWER LEVEL
"Hillel has given me an immediate community. Here, I can stay connected to my Jewish life and widen my social circles which have been extremely helpful in making the transition to college.”
AJ ROSENTHAL '23
"Northwestern Hillel has been like a home away from home for me since I became a student here."
ANDREW ROWAN '23
Naming Opportunities
NAMING OPPORTUNITIES
Hillel Center for Jewish Life
First Floor
Dining Room
Library
Associate Director's Office
Mezuzot
GIFT AMOUNT
$2,000,000
$1,500,000
$750,000
$250,000
$150,000
$3,600
NOTE
Reserved
(Abel and Judy Friedman)
Available
Available
Reserved
(Hochberg Family)
Available
Available
LET'S TALK
We are here to answer any questions you may have about the Northwestern Hillel Capital and Endowment Campaign.
This is a special opportunity to receive credit through Northwestern University or the Jewish United Fund. Let's discuss the gift that we hope you and your family will choose to make.
Please contact Michael Simon, Executive Director, at michael-simon@northwestern.edu or
(847) 467-4442.
Thank you and Go 'Cats!