Women’s philanthropy luncheon

from Federation Star - April 2023

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By Rosalee Bogo, Chair, Women’s Philanthropy

Jewish Federation of Greater Naples’ Women of Philanthropy was on full exhibit at the luncheon gathering in the Nina Iser Jewish Cultural Center on Feb. 22. The women celebrated the fact that that they make such a difference in Federation’s Annual Community Campaign. These women engage in the fulfilling work of making the world a better place by making donations and contributing hands-on community service. These women are building and supporting Jewish life for today and for generations to come.

Our Pomegranates, who are our donors of $1,800 and above, and our Lions of Judah, who are donors of $5,000 and above, were recognized. In our community, we have 64 Pomegranates and 83 Lions of Judah. Peggy Brown is the chair of the Pomegranates, and Estelle Price and Gail Smith are Lion of Judah chairs. I am the chair of the Women of Philanthropy.

The Greater Naples area suffered much damage from Hurricane Ian. The community came together and donated funds to help those who suffered severe damage. At that time, much of the money was given to Baker Senior Center Naples to help those in need. Federation Board Chair Jane Schiff introduced Dr. Jaclynn Faffer, president/CEO of Baker Senior Center Naples, as guest speaker at the luncheon. Dr. Faffer described how the money was spent to help seniors and others. Money from our Annual Community Campaign is allocated each year to Baker Senior Center Naples for specific programing and to help the Holocaust survivors in our community. Closing remarks were given by JFGN President/CEO Jeffrey Feld.

Later in the season, these dynamic women will come together again for their annual Community Service Project, working together to improve the lives of others while enriching their own lives through philanthropy.