In 2007, a group of American Jews and Poles founded Friends of the Forum for the purpose of fostering Polish-Jewish dialogue. The aim of the organization is the strengthening of connections to both history and the future among Polish and Jewish students and adults.

Friends of the Forum is a U.S. based (501c3) non-profit organization that promotes Polish-Jewish dialogue through educational programs, publications, discussion forums, and exchange programs dedicated to Poles and Jews. In concert with the Forum for Dialogue Among Nations and other NGOs, it focuses on reconciling 800 years of Jewish history in Poland with present-day dialogue. It builds bridges of memory over the gulf of prejudice and stereotypes.

"Until I came to Poland on a trip hosted by the Forum for Dialogue Among Nations, I never recognized how much of my own Jewish history is connected to the country of my ancestors. I came back from my first trip to Poland with a commitment to connect Jews and Poles to the history and culture of Polish Jews in the centuries before the Holocaust, and to create bridges for the future."

Michael Rosenbaum, Chairman of the Friends of the Forum, Chicago, IL

"It is so important for the future of interpersonal relationships between Poles and Jews that they both see Poland as a country where Jews lived for hundreds of years, creating a rich culture. This life was destroyed by six years of horror in the Holocaust, as well as by the years under Communism. However, Jewish life is becoming vibrant once again in Poland, and we as Jews need to experience that positive energy."

Nancy Civin, Board Member of the Friends of the Forum, Baltimore, MD

"Prior to my initial visit to Poland, I had only a very superficial understanding of the deeply rooted and complex history of Jews with this country. Enhanced understanding and dialogue, while at times painful and difficult, is the only positive route to an improved future together for both Poles and Jews. The Forum for Dialogue Among Nations facilitated my engagement in Polish/Jewish relations and is vital to continuing the important and improving connection that is evolving."

Evan Heller, Board Member of the Friends of the Forum, Westchester, NY

Join Friends of the Forum
For more information on Friends of the Forum, contact Michael Rosenbaum, chairman, at 847 749 1010 or michael@friendsoftheforum.org and please visit
www.friendsoftheforum.org.

Donate to Friends of the Forum
To support the important work of Polish/Jewish dialogue, please consider a donation to Friends of the Forum, a U.S. based (501c3) charitable organization. Donations can be made online at www.friendsoftheforum.org or:

By mail:
Friends of the Forum
4116 N. Kennicott
Arlington Heights, IL 60004

Wire transfer:
Friends of the Forum
c/o Citibank NA
Bank routing/ABA # 271070801
Account # 800709784

Transfer of Securities
To transfer securities, please contact michael@friendsoftheforum.org

If you make a donation by wire transfer or credit card, please send an e-mail description of your donation to michael@friendsoftheforum.org so we can track your donation and provide proper acknowledgement.