May 11 2023
National President
Lynn Gillman
Immediate Past National President
Elayna Latsky
CHW Directors
Jennie Blitz
Marcia Glick
Dorothy Hanson
Barb Rosenstein
Stephanie Rusen
Ariella Schachter
Linda Senzilet
Tova Train Chief Executive Officer
Lisa Colt-Kotler
Designs by Shirel Abergel
FASHION BLooMS proceeds will support CHW Neri Bloomfield Academy of Design (NBA) in Haifa, Israel. Funds raised will benefit scholarships for at-risk students to provide advancements in education while also providing innovative equipment to enhance the future of the Israeli fashion industry. NBA awards academic degrees in a wide variety of creative fields, including graphic design, architecture, and fashion. This institution is building academic excellence and becoming a major influencer and innovator in the world of design. A highly respected institution of higher learning, the pluralistic student body includes Arab, Druze, Ethiopian, Jewish, and Christian students who learn together with peaceful coexistence.
CHW (Canadian Hadassah-WIZO) empowers women and children by supporting education, healthcare, and social services across Israel and Canada.
Founded by visionary Jewish women in 1917, CHW (Canadian Hadassah-WIZO) is a non-political, non-partisan, national network of dedicated volunteers who believe that excellence and advancement of education, healthcare, and social services transcends politics, religion, and national boundaries.
Now in its third year, CHW is taking the annual FASHION BLooMS event to a whole new level by introducing guests to the immersive world of FASHION. CHW has entered a new era, engaging the next generation of supporters proving that we ‘aren’t your Bubbie’s CHW.’ Join us for an evening of the latest trends in fashion, mingle with young professionals, walk the red carpet, and immerse yourself in a fashion extravaganza, surrounded by engaging visuals, curated by Amy Polovoy @thestyleheiress. Cap the evening off as the room transforms into an after-party.
Fashion Sponsors
Pamela and Paul Austin Family Foundation
Carole and Bernie Zucker
party sponsorS
Trend sponsors
Jennie Blitz
Accessories Sponsors
patrons
David and Tali Elfan
Joy D Kaufman
Wendy Switzer Myles
Susan and John Rose
Barb and Jerry Rosenstein
Design by Gal Buzi
For over 100 years, CHW has made a positive and lasting impact on the very fabric of Israeli society by transforming the lives of women and children. It is our mission to ensure that at-risk women and children can access state-of-the-art healthcare, education, and social services, in a safe and secure environment.
Our deep gratitude goes to Jennie Blitz and Ari Schachter, Fashion Blooms National Chairs, and Barb Rosenstein, Honorary National Chair, for their tireless dedication, and to Amy Polevoy, Toronto Fashion Blooms Chair and her entire Toronto Fashion Blooms Committee, who collectively ensured the success of tonight’s event. Kol Hakavod.
Our heartfelt appreciation to our very generous lead sponsors for their philanthropy: Pamela and Paul Austin Family Foundation, Carole and Bernie Zucker, Antes, and Mawer Investments. We would also like to thank our venue sponsor, Audi York.
We also want to thank our donors, sponsors, and supporters, and the students, faculty, and staff from Neri Bloomfield Academy of Design, for helping to ensure today’s event is a huge success.
Our third annual Fashion Blooms will raise funds to transform the lives of our students and provide support for their future. None of this happens without you, our dedicated and generous donors. Through your steadfast support, CHW continues to transform lives and make an impact in Israel and Canada.
Sincerely,
Welcome Reception
Red carpet. Passed canapés and cocktails.
Live Painting
By artist Jessica Gorlicky
Live Art Auction
Special performance
Marla Joy
fashion show
Curated by Amy Polevoy
After party
Food by Food Dudes, drinks, silent auction, music, and dancing.
Designs by Mikal Daoud
Fashion show curator
Amy Polevoy
Design by Gal Buzi
Shirel Abergel
Niveen Amireh
Rasha Asa’d
Ofri Yosef Azulay
Rotem Bar
Shahar Barlev
Gal Buzi
Mikal Daoud
Qamar Abu Hatoum
Maya Kassiff
Stav Levy
Gal Mahlof
Tojan Muslimani
Ofri Navon
Shir Ohana
Sara Shally
Noam Yogev
Liraz Yosef
from Neri Bloomfield graduate fashion show
Experience amazing challenges with a purpose, create social impact and economic independence for women entrepreneurs, and be the change to create a sustainable tomorrow. Find the full trip itinerary and learn more at:
CHW.CA/JOURNEY-4-IMPACT
MAKE AN IMPACT.
THE JOURNEY BEGINS WITH YOU.
Alanna Elias, CHW Senior Director, Development & Campaigns, Eastern Canada
Alla Shchepotkina, CHW Donor Database Management & Research Specialist
Amy Polevoy, Fashion Curator, Fashion Blooms Toronto Committee Chair
Antes Accessories, Swag Bag Donor
Ari Schachter, Fashion Blooms National Chair
Audi York, Venue Sponsor
Barb Rosenstein, Fashion Blooms Honorary National Chair, Patron Sponsor
Base Camp Tutoring, Silent Auction Donor, Accessories Sponsor
Carole and Bernie Zucker, Fashion Sponsors
Ciara Ginty, CHW Development Officer, Western Canada
Club Concierge International, Silent Auction Donor
Cookies N’ Blooms, Gift in Kind Donor
Dana Friedman, Marketing Director at Neri Bloomfield Academy of Design
Daniel James Pike, CHW Assistant Manager, Marketing & Communications
David and Tali Elfan, Patron Sponsors
E-Toronto Ticket, Silent Auction Donor
Food Dudes, Event Food Sponsor
Gal Buzi, Fashion Designer, Neri Bloomfield Academy Graduate
Gal Mahlof, Fashion Designer, Neri Bloomfield Academy Graduate
Gee Beauty, Silent Auction Donor
Hey Babe Cosmetics, Fashion Show Cosmetics, Glam Bar Sponsor
Honey Glow, Silent Auction Donor
Jamie Crackower, CHW National Director, Sponsorships and Events
Jardin de Ville, Decor Sponsor
Jennie Blitz, Fashion Blooms National Chair, Trend Sponsor
Jennifer Ierullo, CHW Director, Donor Relations and Volunteer Engagement & Outreach
Jessica Gorlicky, Artist, Live Auction
Jessica Jewellery, Silent Auction Donor, Swag Bag Donor
Joy D Kaufman, Patron Sponsor
Katia Ousovitch, CHW Donor Relations Coordinator
Kubik, National Corporate Sponsor
Lana Liss, Fashion Blooms Toronto Committee Member
Lauren Colt, Fashion Blooms Toronto Committee Member
Lavender Grace, Floral Decor Sponsor
Leah Goldband, Fashion Blooms Toronto Committee Member
Liraz Yosef, Fashion Designer, Neri Bloomfield Academy Graduate
Lisa Colt-Kotler, CHW Chief Executive Officer
Lynn Gillman, CHW National President
Malka-Deena Lewis, CHW Development Coordinator, Western Canada
Marla Joy, Special Performance
Matin Levi, Fashion Designer, Neri Bloomfield Academy Graduate
Mawer, National Party Sponsor
Max Silverberg, Event Photographer
Maya Kassiff, Fashion Designer, Neri Bloomfield Academy Graduate
Melmira, Silent Auction Donor
Mikal Daoud, Fashion Designer, Neri Bloomfield Academy Graduate
Miki Peretz, Finance Director, Neri Bloomfield Academy of Design
National Ballet of Canada, Silent Auction Donor
Noam Yogev, Fashion Designer, Neri Bloomfield Academy Graduate
Niveen Amireh, Fashion Designer, Neri Bloomfield Academy Graduate
Ofri Navon, Fashion Designer, Neri Bloomfield Academy Graduate
Ofri Yosef Azulay, Fashion Designer, Neri Bloomfield Academy Graduate
Page Magen, Event Emcee
Pamela and Paul Austin Family Foundation, Fashion Sponsors
Prof. Shimon Amar, President, Neri Bloomfield Academy of Design
Qamar Abu Hatoum, Fashion Designer, Neri Bloomfield Academy Graduate
Rachel Getz Solomon, Head of Fashion Department, Neri Bloomfield Academy of Design
Radford Beauty, Swag Bag Donor
Rasha Asa’d, Fashion Designer, Neri Bloomfield Academy Graduate
Rebecca Bowslaugh, CHW Director, Marketing Communications
Rewind Couture, Silent Auction Donor
Rotem Bar, Fashion Designer, Neri Bloomfield Academy Graduate
Sara Shally, Fashion Designer, Neri Bloomfield Academy Graduate
Sarah Evans, Fashion Blooms Toronto Committee Member
SBLA Beauty, Silent Auction Donor
Scuba 2000, Silent Auction Donor, Swag Bag Donor
Shauna Lindzon, RD, Silent Auction Donor
Shahar Barlev, Fashion Designer, Neri Bloomfield Academy Graduate
Shir Ohana, Fashion Designer, Neri Bloomfield Academy Graduate
Shirel Abergel, Fashion Designer, Neri Bloomfield Academy Graduate
Stav Levy, Fashion Designer, Neri Bloomfield Academy Graduate
Stephanie Caplan, CHW Toronto Centre President
Susan and John Rose, Patron Sponsors
SweetSheets, Silent Auction Donor
Sweetsies Cookies, Swag Bag Donor
Tamar El Al, Head of President’s Office, Neri Bloomfield Academy of Design
Tammy Hittner, CHW Senior Director, Finance and Operations
The Style Heiress, Party Sponsor
Tojan Muslimani, Fashion Designer, Neri Bloomfield Academy Graduate
Umbra, Swag Bag Donor
Vintage Vibes, Accessories Sponsor
WAXON Laser + Waxbar, Silent Auction Donor, Swag Bag Donor
Wendy Switzer Myles, Patron Sponsor
You Name It Baby, Silent Auction Donor
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