Susan and Richard “Dick” Goldman have been stalwart supporters of Sholom for 15 years and counting. Dick’s mother lived at Sholom, and after she passed away, the Goldmans chose to honor her memory by providing annual support to Sholom and by establishing a legacy gift for the future. They cite the excellent care Dick’s mother received as their main impetus for giving, coupled with an awareness of the importance of Sholom to the community.
As a member of the Sholom Foundation Heritage Society that honors those who have included Sholom in their estate plans, Dick shares that “Sholom is a vital institution, especially for the Jewish people. We felt it was important to participate and also to include charitable giving in our estate plan.”
The Goldmans say they gain satisfaction and benefit from their donations, whether seeing immediate results like campus improvements and new equipment, or knowing that their fund leaves an enduring legacy that is an expression of their family’s values.
“The Sholom Foundation has done a spectacular job of taking care of us as contributors by keeping us informed of what’s going on and explaining where money is going,” Dick said. “The staff really care about what they’re doing.”
For all these reasons, the Goldmans feel proud to be associated with Sholom and its mission.