In July 1970, Cerf was the subject of an exposé by Jessica Mitford, published in Atlantic Monthly, which denounced the business practices of the Famous Writers School, which Cerf founded.

Established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2005 as the United Nations global emergency response fund, CERF enables humanitarian responders to deliver life-saving …

Beginning during the Second World War, Cerf began to compile books of jokes, limericks, puns, and riddles. Among a host of humorous volumes is his Book of Riddles, still a children's …

Dec 22, 2025 · Established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2005 as the United Nations global emergency response fund, CERF enables humanitarian responders to deliver …

When contacting CERF via email, do not include any personal identifying information, including your Social Security number or bank account information. When talking with the CERF …

Jun 13, 2024 · The Handbook is a reference tool to find quick answers on the Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF) as well as a guide to applying for and maximizing the impact of CERF …

Born near Columbia at 121st Street and Seventh Avenue, Cerf attended the same public school as Richard Rodgers (Columbia College 1923). As a Columbia undergraduate, he wrote a daily …

Bennett Alfred Cerf was an American writer, publisher, and co-founder of the American publishing firm Random House. Cerf was also known for his own compilations...

The Central Emergency Response Fund (French: Fonds central d'intervention d'urgence, CERF / FCIU) is a humanitarian fund established by the United Nations General Assembly on 15 …

Dec 8, 2025 · CERF receives broad support from United Nations Member States, observers, regional governments, international organizations, the private sector and individuals.