A Letter from the Chairman

On behalf of each member of the board and personally, I congratulate and welcome Major General Danny Rothschild (Ret. IDF), Director, Institute for Public Strategy, IDC, General James F. Amos, 35th Commandant of the United States Marine Corps, Commissioner Raymond Kelly, New York Police Department, Roger Ailes, Chairman and CEO of Fox News Channel, Richard M. Daley, Mayor of Chicago, award recipients, supporters and friends.

It is an honor and a privilege to be in the company of distinguished heroes. You have pledged to protect and safeguard our freedom that was won with the courage and blood of the fallen. Everyday you go in harm’s way and we acknowledge your efforts and promise to always be there for you and your families.

I am proud to recognize my fellow board members, who have dedicated their resources and time away from their families to fulfill the foundation’s mission, which is to provide a safety net for you and your families. I thank them for their guidance, support and commitment.

A special thank you to Howard Rubenstein and Zane Tankel for their assistance with today’s program, to Charles Merinoff for his work as Treasurer and to Robert Rosen for Chairing the Scholarship Committee and the Wellness Center.

Noted philanthropists Howard P. Milstein and the Milstein family, have been major supporters of the ibundation. They incur the expense of staff and overhead that allows the foundation to operate. New York Private Bank and Emigrant Savings Bank, have again graciously sponsored the reception for all our guests. We are fortunate to have them as benefactors.

I am deeply grateful for your support and the support of our board members. Together we have made a difference on behalf of the law enforcement community. Thank you and may God bless you.

With kindest regards.

Very truly yours,

Anthony Bergamo