The Max M. Fisher Resource Center

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In 1984, Max Fisher wrote an article for the Detroit Free Press titled "Believe in a brighter future for Detroit."
Peter Golden, Max Fisher's biographer, discusses Fisher's influence with President Ford.
President Reagan honored Max Fisher with the Presidential Citizen Medal at the White House in 1989.
United Jewish Appeal LBJ Plaque
Max Fisher with Richard Nixon in the White House
Max Fisher, Golda Meir and others
Max Fisher Jewish Community Foundation Dedication
Max Fisher with Marjorie, Jane Sherman, and others at the JAFI Assembly in 1990.
Robert Aronson on Max Fisher's fundraising prowess.
Abba Eban dinner
Congratulatory letter from Alexander Haig to Max Fisher on his receiving the National Distinguished Leadership Award in 1994.
Gene Miller remembers Max Fisher's integrity, honesty and ability to listen.
"Detroit Renaissance: A Decade of Progress and A Commitment to the Future," 1981 address by Max M. Fisher, Chairman of the Board, Detroit Renaissance, Inc.
Peter Cummings explains why Max Fisher is such an effective fund-raiser.
Gerald Ford discusses Max Fisher's effectiveness.
Max with his daughter Mary at the American Jewish Committee's National Distinguished Leadership Award ceremony.