Jacob Billikopf

1882 - 1950

Jacob Billikopf

American civil rights activist and philanthropist.

Was Jacob Billikopf Jewish?
Yes, Jacob Billikopf was Jewish.
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Billikopf was nationally renowned for his work in philanthropy and public service.

He served as executive director of the Federation of Jewish Philanthropies, and as chairman of the National Labor Board for the Philadeplhia region during the early years of the New Deal.

• He played a significant role in the early days of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP).

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Source: Jewish Telegraphic Agency
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1926
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