American Friends of the Hebrew University
Robin Milich is an accomplished fundraising professional with extensive experience in philanthropic leadership and program management. Currently serving as a Senior Philanthropy Officer at the American Friends of the Hebrew University since January 2022, Robin previously held the position of Executive Director for the New York Tri-State Region at the American Committee for the Weizmann Institute of Science, where successful fundraising and leadership development initiatives were implemented. Robin's earlier role as President of the NYC-SNY and LI Chapters at the National MS Society showcased a strong track record in revenue growth and strategic campaign execution, while also managing significant financial budgets. Additionally, experience includes serving as the Assistant Director for the Rape Crisis Intervention Program at Mount Sinai Health System. Educational qualifications include a Master of Public Health from Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health, a Master's Degree in Social Work from Columbia University School of Social Work, and a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Binghamton University.
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American Friends of the Hebrew University
American Friends of the Hebrew University (AFHU) was founded in 1925 by the American business and philanthropist, Felix M. Warburg. A national, not-for-profit 501(c) 3 organization headquartered in New York City, AFHU raises awareness of and support for the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Israel’s research powerhouse and most comprehensive institution of higher learning. Through the philanthropic leadership of American Friends from coast to coast, AFHU helps the university to recruit and retain outstanding faculty; build teaching and research facilities; provide scholarships and fellowships; and advance basic and applied research in vital fields. AFHU’s national and regional programs, events, and missions to Israel promote greater appreciation of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem’s breadth and scope of achievements, and the university’s pivotal role in educating leaders. By nurturing Israel’s greatest natural resource – the intellectual strength of the nation’s people—AFHU helps the Hebrew University to improve human health, lead the way with agricultural innovation, spearhead the latest breakthroughs in brain sciences, and illuminate the world through the humanities.