Dorothy Benyas

Dorothy has overseen the financial operations of the Jewish Federation and United Jewish Foundation for almost twenty years and has served as Chief Financial Officer since 1996. Dorothy oversees the Federation and Foundation’s assets totaling almost $600 million and assures that the organizations adhere to the highest standards of fiscal responsibility.

She is responsible for establishing financial policies and procedures, financial reporting and budgeting, and handling all banking, insurance, and real estate matters. In her role, she works with professional advisors and volunteers and coordinates the activities of the organization’s six financial committees, including Audit, Finance, Investment, Pension and Insurance, Real Estate, and Receivables. Internally, she supervises the Federation’s accounting, information technology, human resources, and property management functions. Additionally, Dorothy serves as Treasurer of The Jewish Fund. Prior to joining the Federation in 1994, Dorothy worked in public accounting for several years. She is a Certified Public Accountant and earned a BBA Degree from the University of Michigan School of Business.