Where does my money go when I give to Hadassah?

Nancy Wiadro, Presidents Council for Collier/Lee Chapter

Every contribution made to Hadassah, whether by personal check, online, charitable fund or donation of stocks or bonds, is meaningful and helps us to fulfill our mission. By supporting HWZOA-Hadassah's Greatest Need, you are supporting Hadassah Medical Organization, Youth Aliyah Young Judaea and our domestic programs that focus on advocacy, education, health and wellness and engagement initiatives in support of our core mission areas.

Hadassah Medical Organization

The Hadassah Ein Kerem and Hadassah Mount Scopus hospitals in Jerusalem are included in HMO. Your support funds high priority projects, facilities, equipment, clinical care and cutting-edge research.

Youth Aliyah

Youth Aliyah helps young immigrants and at-risk native Israeli youth with shelter, food, counseling, education and other supportive services at residential youth villages. From Hebrew lessons to athletics, the youth get the care and attention needed to become productive Israeli adults.

Young Judaea Global

The Young Judaea Global Initiatives include scholarships for Young Judaea summer camps and Israel programs, along with tools that young adults need to become future leaders.

Inspiring Women

Locally, the Collier/Lee Chapter will celebrate three Inspiring Women on Feb. 2 — Sue Bookbinder, Naples; Paula Brody, Naples; and Elizabeth Dosoretz, Fort Myers. With it looking to be a sell-out, the proceeds will benefit the Hadassah Gandel Rehabilitation Center in Jerusalem.

Hadassah Shabbat

Hadassah Shabbat will be celebrated on Friday evening, March 7, at Temple Shalom, Naples, and Saturday morning, March 8, at Congregation Beth Tikvah, Naples.

Hadassah Associates

On Feb. 18, men who are affiliated for life, will gather at Schiff Hall in the Greater Naples Jewish Federation building, at 1 p.m. for a dessert and informative discussion with Hadassah International National Chair Dr. Karen Ezrine.

On March 24, we celebrate Life Members, as all members are invited to gather for brunch, catered by Prestige Caterers, and a program called "That's Entertainment."

Passover starts Saturday evening, April 12.

We wish you all a healthy winter, spring and a Zissan Pesach!

For more information, contact CollierLeehadassah@gmail.com. To donate, go to hadassah.org/donate.