Our Story

Years ago, way back in 2010 Judy Chamberlain along with her husband Bill went on a pilgrimage to Jerusalem. During that trip they were introduced to an initiative called 'Kids4Peace.' Judy was inspired to learn how Muslim, Jewish, and Christian families came together in spite of their differences. The families saw unity where there was division. They saw snacks and games and eventually friendships. They created the Kids4Peace program to make their vision a reality.

Judy took in that vision and that work. She breathed it and brought it back to Cincinnati. For several years Judy and a few new friends representing the same three faith traditions worked on getting a Kids4Peace chapter set up in Cincinnati. It wasn't easy. But, they did it and in 2016 Cincinnati launched its first annual Interfaith Camp. That camp has been happening every since. It has grown to not just focus on Islam, Christianity, and Judaism, but also many more faith traditions and no traditions at all. Today, Friends for Good welcomes all people to the table from families who are very observant to their faith tradition to families who have never practiced one and all in between.

Meet the Team

Adam Hayden

Executive Director

Adam began working with Kids4Peace back in 2018 and has been passionately involved every since. He has over 20 years experience working with youth and families and is not slowing down any time soon!

Founder
Feb. 8, 1933 - June 24, 2026

Without Judy, we would not exist. We will forever be grateful to Judy and the work she dedicated her life to.

David Burstein

Director of Community

Rabbi David brings over 30 years of amazing experiences and knowledge as he works to ensure our values align with our community building and programatic efforts. We are fortunate to have him and all his talents!

Earline Fechter

Treasurer

Jennifer Clark

Ad Hoc Board Member

Becca Desai

Board President

Katrina Fananapazir

Ad Hoc Board Member

Asher

Advisory Board

Jeff Demaree

Advisory Board

Samar Kaukab

Advisory Board

Emily Bosswell

Advisory Board

Haroon Moghul

Ad Hoc Board Member

Rev. Fred Oduyoye

Advisory Board

Jade Kendall

Advisory Board

Geneva Blackmer

Ad Hoc Board Member

(Open Seat)

Advisory Board

Judy Chamberlain