Through the upheaval of the Vietnam War, the sweeping cultural shifts judging fraternity life taboo, and the thinning of our ranks, a steadfast group of brothers refused to bow to societal pressures. In those darkest days of our history, brothers in life and fraternity, Franklin and Stephen Steinberg stood as sentinels, safeguarding our brotherhood for the future.

Before they assumed their self-selected custodial roles, Franklin O. L. Steinberg, Gamma Delta (Long Island University – C.W. Post) 1969, and Stephen N. Steinberg, Gamma Delta (Long Island University – C.W. Post) 1964, founded their chapter and guided the establishment of several other Long Island chapters.

With selflessness and unwavering dedication, they worked tirelessly in service to Zeta Beta Tau, becoming exemplars for the hardest-hit chapters and inspiring the renewal of our Blue and White.

While Franklin and Stephen’s chairs at our counsel table and our chapter room are empty, we continue to set their places in reverence. Their devotion to our brotherhood, to which they gave so much and asked for none, continued in their passing. Through their transformational bequest, the Zeta Beta Tau Foundation will continue to serve our brothers for future generations.

It is in their honor, the Franklin O.L. & Stephen Steinberg City of Light Society recognizes supporters who have committed to leave a portion of their estate to the Zeta Beta Tau Foundation.

Franklin O.L. & Stephen Steinberg City of Light Society Members

Mr. Barry M. Aarons
Mr. Myles K. Beck
Mr. Adam Marc Berman
Mr. Stanley M. Bliss
Mr. Irving M. Chase, Esq.
Mr. James B. Drotman
Mr. Paul S. Dukat
Mr. Michael F. Easton
Mr. Howard Givets
Mr. Steven E. Gold
Mr. Daniel M. Goodman
Mr. Bret W. Hrbek
Mr. Myles H. Kahn
Mr. Jerry N. Katz, CPA
Mrs. Shelley A. Laflin
Mr. Faron A. Lewitt
Mr. Meyer J. Persow
Mr. Lawrence M. Pitler
Mr. Biff F. Ruttenberg
Mr. Devon M. Schad
Mr. Scott E. Silberfein, Esq.
Mr. Robert B. Silverman
Mr. James P. Summers
Mr. John F. Vaccaro
Mr. Martin J. Waldbaum
Mr. Bruce H. Weinstein
Mr. Michael F. Zarb

To share your current or to establish a new legacy commitment with the Zeta Beta Tau Foundation, please contact:  Sam Locke, Chief Development Officer at slocke@zbtfoundation.org

Want to learn more about common legacy gift types? Please visit https://www.zbtfoundation.org/plannedgiving.

A will or other legal document is not required to become a member of the Franklin O.L. & Stephen Steinberg City of Light Society. Those considering a planned gift should consult their own legal and tax advisors.