[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 149 (2003), Part 10]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 13568]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                   IN RECOGNITION OF MATTHEW BRONFMAN

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                        HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 3, 2003

  Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring 
Matthew Bronfman for his numerous achievements during his years of 
service to the 92nd Street Y. A dedicated and passionate 
philanthropist, Mr. Bronfman has long been a guiding force behind the 
Y, one of New York City's premier cultural institutions.
  The 92nd Street Y is a New York City landmark, having been in 
operation for nearly 130 years. Founded in 1874, the Y has become a 
center for people of all races, ethnic backgrounds and religions to 
meet and participate in activities ranging from concerts at the Tisch 
Center to pottery classes for children. Inspiring New Yorkers of all 
ages with its varied programs and classes, the 92nd Street Y has played 
a crucial role in maintaining the vitality of the city.
  A successful businessman and philanthropist for many years, Matthew 
Bronfman joined the 92nd Street Y Board of Directors in September of 
1991 and was elected its 42nd President in May of 2000. His strong 
leadership and vision have had an energizing influence in strengthening 
the 92nd Street Y.
  The Bronfman family has also played a major role in the life of the Y 
by endowing, in 1992, the Bronfman Center for Jewish Life. The Bronfman 
Center has become the focus of the Y's many programs involved with 
Jewish education, outreach, family and holiday planning. The Center 
sponsors lectures, religious services, classes and workshops, all 
designed to help the community explore Jewish heritage and culture. 
Recent guest speakers include Elie Wiesel and Yitzhak Rabin.
  A devoted father of six, Matthew Bronfman is managing director of a 
private investment company, ACI Capital, and chairman of the Investment 
Committee of the Challenge Fund, L.P. Mr. Bronfman is also a board 
member of many organizations including Tweeter Home Entertainment 
Group, Earnest Partners, Visiosonic, Palace Candles, The Canadian 
Center for Architecture, and the Cardigan Mountain School.
  In recognition of his outstanding achievements and leadership, I ask 
my colleagues to join me in recognizing Matthew Bronfman, an 
accomplished businessman and a cultural leader.

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