Steve Kleinman - 2023

Steven J. Kleinman was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., and grew up in New Milford, N.J. During his working years, Steve was employed by various companies in Connecticut, New York, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania. He moved to Pennsylvania in 1987. After retiring in 2016, he has spent much of his time as a volunteer for various Lancaster organizations, including Temple Beth El, the Jewish Community Alliance of Lancaster (JCAL), CareerLink (helping people with technology who were looking for jobs), and VITA (doing tax returns for low to moderate income people at no charge). Most recently, he has been volunteering as the Treasurer for three Lancaster 501 (c) (3) organizations, including Jewish Family Service of Lancaster. 

Steve also served as a substitute Meals on Wheels delivery person, helped with meals at Crispus Attucks and at churches under the auspices of Temple Beth El during holiday times. He has also helped numerous people and organizations with computer and technology-related issues, often in retirement home settings. In tandem with his wife, Carolyn, who volunteers to assist immigrants in learning English as a Second Language, he has helped out with various life skills trainings (for instance, how to navigate the DMV). He has also volunteered to give people rides for medical appointments over the years.
 
Through his many endeavors, performed mostly in the background, but always given his full attention, Steve has made a difference in the lives of numerous Lancastrians.