17th Annual Charity Golf Tournament Raises Funds to Rebuild Israel’s North and South

EAST NORWICH, N.Y., September 19, 2025 — Over 160 Long Island philanthropists and corporate executives in the real estate and finance industries recently attended Jewish National Fund-USA’s 17^th Annual Long Island Golf Classic at Pine Hollow Country Club.

The exclusive event was chaired by Mark Engel, Langsam Property Services Corp., and honored Bruce Azus, Partner, Affiliated Adjustment Group, and Johnathan C. Lerner, Founder of Lerner, Arnold & Winston, for their dedication and support of the land and people of Israel.

^{Johnathan Lerner, Lerner, Arnold & Winston, LLP; Mark Engel, Langsam Property Management; Bruce Azus, Affiliated Adjustment Group}

After a day on the greens, attendees heard from local lay leaders who showcased how Jewish National Fund-USA is leading efforts to rebuild and rehabilitate Israel’s battered North and South. By investing in new housing sites, employment initiatives, medical centers, mental health services, schools, playgrounds, resilience centers, and more, the organization is creating multiple “circles of impact” that support its vision of attracting 800,000 new residents to Israel’s frontier regions. 

“Over the years, this tournament has had a profound impact on the land and people of Israel,” said Jewish National Fund-USA Long Island President Rosemary Klipper. “Jewish National Fund-USA is more than an emergency organization; thanks to you, we’ve invested millions of dollars in quality of life, security, and sustainability, while giving generations a voice in building a prosperous future. We were there yesterday, we are there today, and we will be there tomorrow.”

^{Larry Ingber; Richard Wolbrom; Jack Lerner; Johnathan Lerner, Lerner, Arnold & Winston, LLP}

Tournament Highlights:

Closest to the Pin – Joseph Mawad

Closest to the Line #1 – Ben Rosengart

1^st Ind Gross – David Azus

2^nd Ind Gross – Ethan Bloomberg

1^st Team Gross – Jesse Fein, Steve Gutenplan, Marc Fein, Ethan Bloomberg

2^nd Team Gross – Frank Lombardi, David Azus, Steve Patson, Dan Wollman

1^st Team Net – Mike LoFrumento, Jeff Catterson, Don Russo, Gordon Samit

2^nd Team Net – Joe Ginsto, Matthew Taub, Philip Oliver, Matthew Cossidente

For more information about Jewish National Fund-USA or to learn about upcoming events on Long Island, visit jnf.orgor contact Howard Ingram, Jewish National Fund-USA Assoc. Executive Director, Long Island at hingram@jnf.orgor 516.678.6805 x110.

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About Jewish National Fund-USA

Jewish National Fund-USA builds a strong, vibrant future for the land and people of Israel through bold initiatives and Zionist engagement. The organization’s circle of impact extends beyond individual projects, generating a ripple effect that drives population growth and economic development in Israel’s north and south. From developing new communities in the Negev and Galilee to advancing environmental sustainability, supporting people with disabilities, preserving heritage sites, and connecting the next generation to Israel, Jewish National Fund-USA’s strategic approach ensures every initiative strengthens the fabric of Israeli society. The organization also operates the fully accredited Alexander Muss High School in Israel, offering an immersive study-abroad experience driven by academic excellence. Learn more at jnf.org.

^{Josh Blond; Peter Blond, Brandt, Steinberg, Lewis & Blond LLP; Jake Blond}

^{David Levy, Empire National Management; Ken Lovett, Lovett & Associates}

^{Shaun Lyons, Douglaston Development; Michael Kessler, Douglaston Development}

^{Adam Smith, MKF Group; Larry Smith, Sholom & Zuckerbrot Realty LLC}

^{Michael Kessler, Douglaston Development; Rita Levy; David Levy, Empire National Management; Frank Delucia, HUB International}

^{Rosemarie Klipper, President, JNF-USA Long Island Board of Directors; Michael Kessler, Douglaston Development}

^{Bruce Azus, Affiliated Adjustment Group; Pamela Azus; Kerry Lerner; Johnathan Lerner, Lerner, Arnold & Winston, LLP}