Join one or more of JALBCA's various committees to further get involved and help make a difference
AUDIT/FINANCE COMMITTEE
The committee meets with an accountant, bookkeeper, etc. The committee is responsible for reviewing tax returns, the audit, and other financial issues. Meets 2-3 times a year (Board members only).
CHAIR: Hon. Leslie Stroth
CHAIR: Lauren Crane
DINNER & DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Responsible for planning the Annual Awards Dinner and developing JALBCA's fundraising strategy. Committee members are involved in fundraising, selecting award recipients, outreach to previous and potential benefactors, programming, and generally, running of the show with the assistance of the Executive Director and RRR. Meets monthly, November to June.
CHAIR: Richard A. Edlin
CHAIR: Maura Miller
CHAIR: Helen Gredd
CHAIR: Matthew A. Schwartz
GRANTS COMMITTEE
Reviews and grades grant applications with a focus on ensuring that the projects align with JALBCA's mission. Committee Chairs relay the Committee’s recommendations to the JALBCA Executive Committee and Board as to which grants to approve and how much to fund. Committee members also work on recruiting potential new grantees throughout the year. Meets 3-4 times a year.
CHAIR: Vilia B. Hayes
CHAIR: Ilene Jaroslaw
CHAIR: Hon. Ashlee Crawford
MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE
Develops a strategy to recruit new JALBCA members and encourage existing members to lead or participate in JALBCA's committees and programming. Is tasked with promoting JALBCA and generating membership dues.
CHAIR: Hon. Donna Golia
NOMINATING COMMITTEE
Reviews the applicant materials of potential new JALBCA Officers and Board members with the Executive Director. The Committee drafts a report and votes upon a slate to recommend to fill vacancies on the Executive Committee and Board, which then becomes the stale of nominees to be voted upon at JALBCA's Annual Meeting of the Members. Meets 2-3 times a year.
CHAIR: Lauren Wachtler
PROGRAMS COMMITTEE
Actively suggests, organizes, and co-sponsors various JALBCA programs, including educational webinars and live presentations. At the very least, it must organize and hold the annual Ellen P. Hermanson Symposium (anticipated to be held annually during October Breast Cancer Awareness Month). Meets monthly.
CHAIR: Hon. Linda M. Capitti
CHAIR: Rian A. Silverman
CHAIR: Hon. James G. Clynes
SUPPORT GROUP COMMITTEE
Comes together to empower one another through monthly support group meetings. Our committee takes pride in scheduling these gatherings, fostering a safe space for sharing experiences and finding solace in members of the legal community whose lives have been touched by breast cancer. Meets monthly.
CHAIR: Lauren Crane
CHAIR: Magnolia D. Levy
CHAIR: Hon. Karla Moskowitz