Mr. President. on October 13. 1843. a small group of immigrants in New York City founded Bnai Brith. the first international service organization founded in the United States. At that time. a few people of the Jewish faith dreamed of uniting Jews in work that would promote not only their interests. but the interests of all humankind. Today. a half million members and affiliates in 52 countries carry on this dream. In October of 1843. 12 members contributed $60 each to a fund for widows and orphans. This year. Bnai Brith will spend more than $25 million on education. social service. youth activities. and many other community programs and activities.
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