Hadassah pride

Janett Edelberg, Presidents Council for Collier/Lee Chapter

One aspect of being on the President’s Council for Collier/ Lee Chapter that I like the most is being a Hadassah ambassador. I always enjoy the conversations that come from sharing why I am proud to be a Hadassah member.

Who we are

Hadassah is a formidable nonprofit women’s organization with more than 300,000 members, male associates and supporters. Our members are of all ages, from across the country, and from diverse ethnicities and backgrounds. We are passionate, dynamic women who share a desire to become part of a larger community with the power to impact change and advance healthcare; who feel a deep love of Israel and Jewish values; and who aim to do good in the world.

Core mission

At Hadassah, we have the power to heal our world — every day — as volunteers, philanthropists and changemakers.

Our promise

Hadassah connects and empowers Jewish women to effect change. We foster women’s leadership. We lead by example. We give individuals the tools they need to lead. We’ve helped shatter glass ceilings and build bridges. We have spoken out against hate and for those who could not speak out for themselves. We’ve helped bring medical breakthroughs around the globe, and we’ve been on the frontlines when terror strikes.

Our legacy

Hadassah was founded in 1912 by the remarkable Henrietta Szold, before women had the right to vote. She acted after seeing firsthand the horrific conditions and crucial medical needs facing pre-statehood Israel. Szold empowered her fellow Jewish women to work together to bring aid where it was needed in Palestine. Today, her vision has flourished into two world-class medical and research centers in Jerusalem and the largest women’s Zionist organization in the U.S.

Upcoming Collier/Lee Hadassah events

Collier/Lee Hadassah is a vibrant chapter with programming to educate you about Hadassah, entertain you with delightful performances, feed you with delicious food and introduce you to a group of women with a wide variety of interests. Please join us to support Hadassah.

We look forward to welcoming you to our upcoming events. We have some exciting programs planned, so mark your calendars now. You must register in advance to attend each event.

• Monday, Jan. 13 – Installation of Officers and Fashion Show at the Nina Iser Jewish Cultural Center.

• Sunday, Feb. 2 – Inspiring Women Luncheon honoring Susan Bookbinder, Paula Brody and Elizabeth Dosoretz at the Audubon County Club.

• Tuesday, Feb. 18 – Chai Society Recognition Potluck and CPR/First Aid Training Seminar at the Nina Iser Jewish Cultural Center.

• Friday, March 7 – Hadassah Shabbat with Collier/Lee members participating in Temple Shalom’s Friday night service.

• Saturday, March 8 – Hadassah Shabbat with Collier/Lee members participating in Beth Tikvah Synagogue’s Saturday morning service.

• Tuesday, March 18 – Associates event cosponsored by Collier/Lee Hadassah and Jewish Federation of Greater Naples. Dr. Karen Ezrine will be the speaker, and the event will be held at the Nina Iser Jewish Cultural Center.

• Monday. March 24 – Spring meeting and a “That’s Entertainment” program at the Nina Iser Jewish Cultural Center.

For more information about these events and to get a registration link, please email CollierLeeHadassah@gmail.com with “Event Information” in the subject line.