Blogshul

Allen and Deanna Alevy
I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks and gratitude for the support of The Deanna and Allen Alevy Family Foundation. Since our partnership started in 2004, the Alevy’s have supported my work as a Campus Rabbi at Long Beach State, UC Irvine, Chapman U. and Fullerton State on behalf of Beach Hillel and OC Hillel; the Projects of Jewish Student Services, including our Jewlicious Festival, online webreach, and other programs throughout the year.

BOARD of ADVISORS

Rabbi Chaskel Besser
My spiritual mentor for over a decade, the Rov continues to provide me with inspiration and advice on how to do the work we do, how to live a Jewish life. You can learn about him by reading The Rabbi of 84th Street.
Rabbi Yehuda Ferris
Longtime friend, and mentor, has been working on college campuses for over twenty years. He also married me and Rachel in June 1996.

Rabbi Shraga Feivel Zimmerman
All tough contemporary questions go to Rabbi Zimmerman, who besides leading a Yeshiva, synagogue, and Kollel, manages to find time to give the ordination lectures at Ohr Somayach.

Rabbi Mati Kos
Advisor, and senior Gabbai of the Blogshul, a close friend who offers critical analysis, ideas and encouragement.

David Abitbol
Web Guru and partner in Jewlicious.  David’s expertise and enthusiasm are a main ingredient in our webreach and online presence.

Malcolm A. Smith
Trusted friend and advisor since our days as Israel activists on the West Coast in the 1980’s. Malcolm is an expert in Israel Affairs, consults Venture Capitalists, and loves outdoor activities.

And my Family…

Rachel Bookstein
My loving, supportive, and brilliant wife, the Executive Director of Beach Hillel. Rachel is a partner in all my work, and continues to be the most influential person in my life.

Denah S. Bookstein
Thanks to my mother, Denah, who has been instrumental in helping us with our work. In addition to sage wisdom and council, she has provided emotional and financial support during rough seas.

Ezra M. Bookstein
Ezra, my brother, is owner of Telling Image Studios, and I consult with him on all my multimedia, film, and media issues. In addition, he has a nose for great ideas.