You would have trouble recognizing Richard Maize this week as he and wife Rochelle raided the attic and dressed up in their leftover 60′s gear. Completing their flower-child look with bellbottoms, the two attended the Los Angeles Greek Theatre for the 40th anniversary of Woodstock.

Heroes of Woodstock

This show was part of the Premiere Marquee Club. The Heroes of Woodstock – 40th Anniversary Tour featured:

• Jefferson Starship
• Ten Years After
• Canned Heat
• Big Brother
• The Holding Company
• Grateful Dead’s Tom Constanten

Celebrating Woodstock’s 40th Anniversary, the show was hosted by Country Joe McDonald with performances by Jefferson Starship (performing the music of Jefferson Airplane), Ten Years After, Canned Heat and Big Brother & The Holding Company (performing music by Janis Joplin).

Richard Maize Foundation

Richard Maize never ceases to surprise us. His name has become known with supporting a myriad of causes both in the greater Los Angeles area and internationally.

The Rochelle and Richard Maize Foundation is a philanthropic organization that supports and contributes volunteer and financial resources to causes locally in the community and worldwide by supporting meaningful programs focusing on art, culture, family services and healthcare that work to help people live more fulfilling lives. Richard Maize has generously supported organizations and causes including the American Cancer Society, Vista Del Mar Child and Family Services, Hurricane Katrina, Los Angeles Police Foundation, and Cedars Sinai Board of Governors.

Richard Maize the Professional

As a young and ambitious graduate from California State University, Northridge, Richard Maize began his business career investing in Southern California real estate. In 1988, Richard Maize co-founded a mortgage banking company that has grown into one of the largest and most well-regarded mortgage brokerage firms in the country.

An engaged and involved member of his local community in the US, Richard Maize continues to be involved professionally and personally in relevant causes. Through the foundation, Richard Maize contributions focus on working with various non-profit organizations, charitable endeavors and finding ways that will have the greatest ability to positively impact the lives of others.

Richard Maize, Beverly Hills Family Man

A leader, mentor and dedicated mortgage professional, Richard Maize resides in Beverly Hills along with his wife and foundation co-founder, Rochelle Atlas Maize and their two daughters, Amanda and Ally.

Richard Maize Mentors Young Adults

Richard Maize, co-founder of the Rochelle and Richard Maize Foundation, is once again giving his time as a mentor to 2 mentees from the young leadership division of the Jewish Federation YLDI.  This is the third consecutive year that he is contributing both time and money to this cause.

This year Richard Maize helped his young real estate mentees by arranging a private placement for two large mobile home parks.  By showing his support for this project in a very practical way, he also acts as a passive investor to the young professionals.

Richard Maize never ceases to be a loyal supporter of the younger generation. Through his foundation, the Rochelle and Richard Maize Foundation, he  supports and contributes volunteer and financial resources to local and worldwide causes. By providing financial support to focus on art, culture, family services and healthcare, the Foundation helps ensure that those in need and their families can live more fulfilling lives.

The Rochelle and Richard Maize Foundation generously supports foundations and causes such as the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America, the American Cancer Society, Vista Del Mar Child and Family Services, Hurricane Katrina, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and Board of Governors, and the Jewish Maccabi Games, one of the world’s largest annual summer sporting competitions for Jewish youth.

“Team L.A.,” supported by the Rochelle and Richard Maize Foundation, celebrated silver and bronze medal wins at the 26th annual Maccabi Games held in Detroit in 2008. The week-long sporting event included teen athletes from the United States, Canada, Great Britain, Hungary, Israel, Mexico and Venezuela.

Through their non-profit organization, the Rochelle and Richard Maize Foundation, Rochelle and Richard Maize are dedicated to supporting young designers and the restoration of historic buildings around the greater Los Angeles area.

In 2008, along with the Friends of Greystone Mansion, the Rochelle and Richard Maize Foundation supported a silent auction with all proceeds benefiting the sixth year of Greystone’s restoration. Currently owned by the City of Beverly Hills, the 1928 classic estate was originally designed in the English Gothic Revival style, and in 1976, the mansion was placed on the Register of Historic Places.

Richard Maize proudly watched as Rochelle Maize was honored at the Los Angeles Business Journal’s seventeenth annual Women Making a Difference Awards. More than 200 women community leaders in philanthropy gathered at a gala reception and luncheon at the historic Millennium Biltmore Hotel in downtown Los Angeles to honor those who have made the greatest contributions business and in the communities they serve over the last year.

Together with her husband, Richard, the Maize Foundation has been reaching out to help those in need from LA to Jerusalem. In addition to her work with the Foundation, Maize works to partner with her clients to contribute part of each transaction to the clients’ charity of choice, or to one of Maize’s preferred charities.

A leader, mentor and dedicated mortgage professional, Richard Maize resides in Beverly Hills along with his wife and foundation co-founder, Rochelle Atlas Maize and their two daughters, Amanda and Ally.

To learn more about Richard Maize:

http://www.richardmaizefoundation.com

Los Angeles team with player Ally Maize

Ally Maize and teammate Alexa Block, both residents of Beverly Hills, were chosen to be on the girls soccer teams which represented Los Angeles in the 2008 Maccabi Games. The games were part of the largest annual summer sports competitions for Jewish youth in the world. The Los Angeles team proudly won silver and bronze medals at the 26th annual Maccabi games that were heald in Detroit Michigan in August, 2008. Ally Maize, daughter of Richard Maize, and Alexa Block joined along with 4,000 youth sportsmen who participated in the week-long event with other athletes from the United States, Canada, Hungary, Israel, Mexico, Great Britain and Venezuela.

Ally’s parents, Rochelle and Richard Maize, have proudly cheered their daughter’s team for the past 3 years. According to them, “Along with their teammates, Ally and Alexa have once again demonstrated their passion and talent on the soccer field in this year’s international Olympic-style competition.”

“The Maccabi Games have the ability to instill an appreciation of Jewish values, competitive sporting experiences and the spirit of community involvement in a memorable and rewarding environment. We are grateful that Jewish teens can participate in such a meaningful experience,” added Richard Maize.

Richard and Rochelle Maize treated the Los Angeles team to a pre-competition kick-off meal at Romano’s Macaroni Grill in Thousand Oaks. This was in conjunction with intense preparations and soccer practices that took place before the games.

Included in the opening ceremony of the Maccabi games was a speech by American  Mark Spitz, a retired swimmer. Mark Spitz won seven gold medals at the Munich Olympic games in 1972, but his record achievement was overtaken this year by Michael Phelps. Past Maccabi games competitions have also featured other world class Jewish athletes, including Mitch Gaylord, Lenny Krayzelburg, Ernie Grunfeld, Danny Schayes, Brad Gilbert and Dick Savitt.

Originating in Israel in 1895, the Maccabi Games movement came to the U.S. in the year 1982 with 300 athletes taking part. The Maccabi Games now include involvement by more than 4,000 Jewish teenagers. The youth, between the ages of 13-16, compete in summer games taking place in various locations around North America. They have the chance to enter competitions in one of 14 different sports events. Whatever team wins, they all come out succeeding just for being included in such an important international event.

Since 1982, more than 1,000 teenagers have taken part in the JCC Maccabi Games. It is a unique and unforgettable experience for these young athletes that is full of energy and excitement for everyone involved.

Read more about RIchard and Rochelle Maize at:

http://www.richardmaizefoundation.com

Richard and Rochelle Maize

The Rochelle and Richard Maize Foundation was pleased to underwrite an Evening of Gratitude for the Jewish Federation’s Real Estate and Construction Division. In that gala event donors were honored for their generosity.

The Rochelle and Richard Maize Foundation is a philanthropic organization that supports and contributes volunteer and financial resources to causes  in the local community and internationally by supporting important programs which focus on art, culture, family services and healthcare, helping people to  live healthier and more fulfilling lives.

Among the many organizations and causes the Foundation generously supports, the Jewish Federation’s Real Estate and Construction Division is only one. Others include the American Cancer Society, Vista Del Mar Child and Family Services, Hurricane Katrina, and Cedars Sinai Board of Governors.

Rochelle Maize and husband Richard

Rochelle Maize joined in an afternoon of entertainment as the Greater Los Angeles/Orange County Chapter of the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA) held its Inaugural Women of Distinction Luncheon in Beverly Hills. As a member of the Women of Distinction Committee and co-founder of The Rochelle and Richard Maize Foundation, Rochelle Maize participated in the event with Co-chairs Caryl Golden and Cathy Greenly.  The celebratory lunchoen was hosted by Bobbie Thomas, the  contributing editor for In Touch Magazine, correspondent for The Today Show and E! Red Carpet host for the Academy, Emmy and SAG Awards.

Honoring Women

The luncheon, honored four women who have achieved distinction in their careers and who have generously supported the mission of the CCFA: Claire Levine, philanthropist and Chair of the Board of Specialty Merchandise Corporation, Helene Galen, philanthropist and community leader, JayeHersh, entrepreneur and owner of Los Angeles boutique Intuition, and Mary Hart, host of Entertainment Tonight. The event’s honorary committee members also include Pierce Brosnan, Jamie Gertz, Lucy Liu, Madeline Redstone, Mindy Weiss, Laurie Konheimand several other people who generously donate their time and efforts to this very worthy cause.
Fashion Design

As a special presentation, luncheon honorees, organizers and attendees enjoyed a fashion show featuring the Pre-Fall 2008 Collection by celebrated fashion designer Carolina Herrera. All funds raised through the luncheon proceeds are earmarked for children suffering from Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis. Through these funds, hundreds of children will be able to participate in the CCFA Camp Oasis family cans, summer camps and special programs.
Philanthropy

The Rochelle and Richard Maize Foundation is a philanthropic organization that supports and contributes volunteer and financial resources to causes locally in the community and worldwide by supporting meaningful programs focusing on art, culture, family services and healthcare that work to help people live more fulfilling lives. The CCFA is one among severalorganizations and causes the Foundation has generously supported, such as the American Cancer Society, Vista Del Mar Child and Family Services, Hurricane Katrina, and Cedars Sinai Board of Governors, to name a few.

For more information on the Foundation’s activities, go to:
http://www.richardmaizefoundation.com

Richard Maize at the Maccabiah in Israel

By Larry Butchins
Israel News Agency

Tel Aviv, Israel —- August 17, 2009 ….. The past year has been an active one for the Rochelle and Richard Maize Foundation. The many organizations and causes in both the US and Israel in which they have supported during over the past 18 months – and which they continue to actively support – provide a glimpse into the social responsibility approach of Richard Maize, a prominent Los Angeles real estate developer, and his family.

Through their philanthropic foundation, Rochelle and Richard Maize are dedicated to supporting worthwhile organizations in the US and Israel that give people “the chance to live healthier and happier lives,” according to Richard Maize.

The Maize family generously contributes time and financial resources to community organizations which cover health, welfare, young leadership, the environment, art and culture. These include the Los Angeles Police Foundation, American Cancer Society, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Vista Del Mar Child and Family Services, Camp Harmony, Greystone Mansion and many others.

“We are trying to facilitate an appreciation and understanding of the role that creativity plays in our lives, alongside support for vital institutions,” Richard Maize stated.

As an example of the activities of the Rochelle and Richard Maize Foundation is the generous support of the Sheryl Weissberg Lymphoma Research Foundation. The Maizes funded research for clinical trials and research conducted at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, City of Hope Comprehensive Cancer Center and Tower Cancer Research Foundation.

“We wholeheartedly support research and treatment for lymphoma, one of the most devastating cancers,” said Richard Maize. “Together with partner organizations and individuals, we want to be able to say that this disease has been eliminated and is now a disease of the past,” he added.

The Rochelle and Richard Maze Foundation also provided support for a major benefit for the Big Brothers / Big Sisters of Greater Los Angeles during the year.

The Guild of Big Brothers Big Sister of Greater Los Angeles and the Inland Empire (BBBSLA) hosted a luncheon and fashion show to benefit the organization’s founding mission of helping children reach their potential through one-on-one mentoring relationships. The event featured a boutique with high end items including clothing, jewelry and other fashion accessories with the latest trends and celebrity-inspired collections presented by models from Tyra Banks’hit show “America’s Next Top Model.”

“With the increasing demand for essential children’s services that the BBBSLA provides, we are pleased to support their efforts on behalf of our youth,” explained Richard Maize.

“The event was an enjoyable experience and made even more rewarding knowing that all that shopping would raise funds which will help provide young people with a solid foundation for achieving future success,” he added.

“Pizza Hut Day,” was a special treat for the elementary school students at Vista Del Mar Child and Family Services of Los Angeles during May 2008.

Held in the campus gymnasium, Rochelle and Richard Maize served up pizza to hungry students.

The Rochelle and Richard Maize Foundation has been a long-time dedicated and ongoing supporter of Vista Del Mar’s programs, faculty and students. It has regularly contributed time and financial resources to Vista Del Mar and other various programs to help children and families in need.

“We are extremely proud to be a supporter of these young people so that as they experience adolescence and adulthood, they can step confidently into the future and further foster the spirit of giving,” explained Richard Maize

Later in the year, Rochelle Maize was named among the prominent award recipients of the Los Angeles Business Journal’s 2008 “Women Making a Difference”. The magazine listed more than 200 prestigious nominees making up a diverse group of Los Angeles-based women “who lead by example, making a difference both in the world of business and in the communities they serve.”

Rochelle Maize, recognized as a true philanthropist, spends many hours supporting charities personally, through the Foundation as well as in her work as a realtor. In this sense, she partners with each client to dedicate a portion of each and every sale to a charitable cause either chosen by the client or to one of the many non-profit organizations Rochelle Maize supports.

In another prestigious event, Rochelle Maize joined Entertainment Tonight host Mary Hart at the inaugural Women of Distinction luncheon in support of the Greater Los Angeles/Orange County Chapter of the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA). At the CCFA Inaugural Women of Distinction Luncheon at the Beverly Hills Hotel. Rochelle Maize, member of the Women of Distinction Committee, gathered along with event Co-chairs Caryl Golden and Cathy Greenly to celebrate the honorees with luncheon host Bobbie Thomas, contributing editor for In Touch Magazine, correspondent for The Today Show and E! Red Carpet host for the Academy, Emmy and SAG Awards.

The event honored four women who have achieved distinction in their careers and who have generously supported the mission of the CCFA. They are: Claire Levine, philanthropist and Chair of the Board of Specialty Merchandise Corporation; Helene Galen, philanthropist and community leader, Jaye Hersh, entrepreneur and owner of Los Angeles boutique Intuition, and Mary Hart, host of Entertainment Tonight. The event’s honorary committee members also include Pierce Brosnan, Jamie Gertz, Lucy Liu, Madeline Redstone, Mindy Weiss, Laurie Konheim and many other dedicated individuals who donate their time and efforts to this very worthy effort.

As a special presentation, luncheon honorees, organizers and attendees enjoyed a fashion show featuring the Pre-Fall 2008 Collection by celebrated fashion designer Carolina Herrera. Proceeds raised at the luncheon enabled hundreds of children with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis to attend the CCFA Camp Oasis summer and family camp programs.

The Jewish Federation’s Real Estate and Construction Division’s Evening of Gratitude was underwritten by the Rochelle and Richard Maize Foundation. Donors were recognized for their generosity to the Federation, as Richard Maize said:

“We appreciate the generosity of those who make a difference every day in the lives of those in need.”

In November, at the Rising Stars Gala, guild member Rochelle Maize, joined host and comedic actor Fred Willard and guests to honor producer Paula Wagner, actress and academy award nominee Abigail Breslin and publicist Michael Sitrickat at an event, that was the largest fundraiser event for the Big Brothers/Big Sisters of greater Los Angeles and the Inland Empire (BBBSLAIE).

Among other philanthropic activities undertaken by the Rochelle And Richard Maize Foundation during the year were support for the California Spirit XXIV for the American Cancer Society; support for Friends of Greystone Mansion, an historic home in Beverly Hills and major activity on behalf of the Jewish Committee of 18 in support of the 18th Maccabiah games in Israel during July.

Committee of 18 members are among Los Angeles` business, entertainment and community leaders who commit to raising $1.5 million to elevate the games globally and enabled 350 qualifying athletes who otherwise would not be able participate, a chance to compete in Tel Aviv in this years` Maccabiah Games.

“It is truly an honor and privilege for me to be an active working member of this group of renowned leaders who have come together as a small, but powerful force, to highlight the importance of the 18th Maccabiah Games,” said Richard Maize, co-founder of the Rochelle and Richard Maize Foundation.

“I am firmly committed to do everything I can, personally and through the Maize Foundation, to support the committee in its mission to raise awareness for the Maccabiah games and ensure that deserving athletes are afforded the opportunity to compete in Tel Aviv,” Richard Maize added.

“This was one of the most exciting events at the 18th Maccabiah,” says Maize. “The game was fought hard by both sides and went into overtime. The fact the US won was overshadowed by the warm smiles and embraces displayed by both the players of Israel and Team USA.”

“The Maccabi Games instill an appreciation of Jewish values, competitive sporting experiences and the spirit of community involvement in a memorable and rewarding environment,” said Richard Maize, co-founder of the Rochelle and Richard Maize Foundation.

Maize, who operated the largest the mortgage banking companies in the US, continues: “The US and Israel have so many good, solid democratic and family values in common. It was great to see this friendly match between the Jews of Israel and the US. I can only imagine how well the Israel Defense Forces and the US military cooperate when they get together in fighting terrorism in this region.”

As a young and ambitious graduate from California State University, Northridge, Richard Maize began his business career investing in Southern California real estate. In 1988, he co-founded a mortgage banking company that has grown into one of the largest and most respected mortgage brokerage firms in the US. With an entrepreneurial spirit and tireless effort, Richard Maize expanded his business and became known as an industry expert, regularly appearing as a commentator for KCAL-TV news sharing his insights about real estate trends, marketing and finance.

An engaged and involved member of his local community in the US, Richard Maize continues to be involved professionally and personally in relevant causes. Through the foundation, Richard Maize contributions focus on working with various non-profit organizations, charitable endeavors and finding ways that will have the greatest ability to positively impact the lives of others.

A leader, mentor and dedicated mortgage professional, Richard Maize resides in Beverly Hills along with his wife and foundation co-founder, Rochelle Atlas Maize and their two daughters, Amanda and Ally.

Richard Maize has volunteered to be a mentor for the Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles` Real Estate and Construction Division`s Young Leadership Development Institute.

The Young Leadership Development Institute (YLDI) is an intense, two-year program, offering young real estate professionals high level leadership training, networking opportunities, mentoring and Jewish Federation education.

“As a second year mentor, I am proud to again be among such a distinguished group of seasoned real estate professionals committed to educating and empowering young philanthropic leaders,” said Maize.

For more information on the Foundation’s activities, go to:
http://www.richardmaizefoundation.com

Rochelle Maize with husband Richard Maize

The Rochelle and Richard Maize Foundation is a philanthropic organization dedicated to supporting and contributing volunteer aid and funding to carefully chosen causes both locally and in the word-wide community. The foundation supports important programs which focus on art, culture, family services and healthcare in order to help people live more fulfilling and healthy lives. One of the several organizations and causes that the Foundation generously supports is the CCFA. Among others, the Foundation also funnels aid to such organizations as the American Cancer Society, Vista Del Mar Child and Family Services, Hurricane Katrina, and Cedars Sinai Board of Governors.The Foundation is also involved in the  United in Harmony organization which is dedicated to helping children.

For more information on the Foundation’s activities, go to:
http://www.richardmaizefoundation.com

Rochelle Maize, co-founder of the Rochelle and Richard Maize Foundation, was pleased to support the efforts of the Guild of Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Greater Los Angeles in the luncheon and fashion show organized to benefit local youth. The organization’s mission is to help children reach their potential through individual mentoring.

Sell-Out

The luncheon and fashion show featured boutiques selling high end fashion items. The fashion show, featuring the latest trends, was inspired by the celebrity collection of Allen Schwartz’s A.B.S. line. The fashion designs were shown off by models from Tyra Banks’ hit show “America’s Next Top Model.”

Rochelle Maize, (right) at the Big Brothers Big Sisters Accessories for Success Luncheon

The sold-out event was highly successful and loads of fun. According to Rochelle, “the best part of the event was knowing that all of the shopping would raise funds to provide young people with a olid foundation for achieving future success.”

Youth Programs

Rochelle and Richard Maize are dedicated to supporting a variety of youth oriented programs through their fund, the Rochelle and Richard Maize Foundation. Some of these programs are the Big Brothers big Sisters of Greater Los Angeles, Inland Empire, and Vista Del Mar child and Family Services.

For more information on the Foundation’s activities, go to:
http://www.richardmaizefoundation.com

Richard and Rochelle Maize serve pizza at Vista Del Mar

Elementary school students at Vista Del Mar Child and Family Services received a special treat during “Pizza Hut Day,”generously sponsored by The Rochelle and Richard Maize Foundation. Held in the campus gymnasium, students patiently waited in line to grab their slices and to personally thank Rochelle and Richard Maize for their caring donation.A dedicated and ongoing supporter of Vista Del Mar’s programs, faculty and students, the Foundation has regularly contributed time and financial resources to Vista Del Mar and other various programs to help children and families in need.

“We are extremely proud to be a supporter of these young people so that as they experience adolescence and then adulthood, they can step confidently into the future and further foster the spirit of giving,”explained Foundation co-founder Richard Maize (pictured at right) with his wife Rochelle Maize (center) who served up the tasty slices fromPizza Hut to students and faculty.

For more information on the Foundation’s activities, go to:
http://www.richardmaizefoundation.com

Richard Maize Foundation strikes against lymphoma

Funding Cancer Research

Richard and Rochelle Maize are known to participate actively in helping cancer-related research.  Again this year they added their sponsorship to the Sheryl Weissberg Lymphoma Research Foundation’s annual fundraiser event, Strike Lymphoma!

Striking Against Lymphoma

As another strike against the devastating lymphoma, Richard Maize, co-founder of the Rochelle and Richard Maize Foundation, continues to fund research for clinical trials and research conducted at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, City of Hope Comprehensive Cancer Center and Tower Cancer Research Foundation.

The fundraising bowling event included cocktails, dinner, and a live auction specifically designated to benefit the Lymphoma Research Foundation’s mission to eradicate the disease.

Philanthropic Support

Rochelle and Richard Maize have dedicated their philanthropic foundation to support this worthwhile organization with the aim of giving people the chance to live happier and healthier lives.

For more information on the Foundation’s activities, go to:

http://www.richardmaizefoundation.com