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Women’s Philanthropy installs executive committee and board

Oct 12, 2021 | JFed Press Releases, JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

On Sunday, Oct. 3, Women’s Philanthropy of the Jewish Federation of St. Louis installed its Executive Committee and Board for the 2021-2023 term. Laura Fields is the new Chair of Women’s Philanthropy, working with Abby Goldstein (Vice Chair, Engagement), Linda Kusmer...

L’Chaim! 2020 is a Virtual Success

Nov 10, 2020 | JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Like many things this year, L’Chaim! took on a different form for 2020. Hosted by Women’s Philanthropy of the Jewish Federation of St. Louis, the L’Chaim! Event on October 27th moved to an online format for the first time and welcomed 925 women—hundreds more attendees...

Lend Your Hands and Hearts for the 2019 ‘Pack a Bag of Love’ with Women’s Philanthropy

Nov 25, 2019 | JFed Press Releases, JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Women’s Philanthropy of the Jewish Federation of St. Louis is hosting a special volunteer opportunity to enhance the holidays for our community members living in care facilities. They will make care packages to be delivered to these individuals for Hanukkah. In order...

2019-2021 Women’s Philanthropy Board Elected

Sep 23, 2019 | JFed Press Releases, JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Women’s Philanthropy of the Jewish Federation of St. Louis has elected its Executive Committee and Board for the 2019-2021 term, which began on Sept. 12. Amy Bender-Levy will be the new Chair of Women’s Philanthropy, working with Laura Fields (Vice Chair, Education),...

The Return of L’Chaim!

Aug 23, 2019 | Hear for Good Podcast, Women's Philanthropy

Women’s Philanthropy’s L’Chaim: Women Changing the World event returns September 24. The evening of celebration, community, and giving will feature Edie Lutnick, Co-Founder and President of the Cantor Fitzgerald Relief Fund as the keynote speaker. Hear for Good host Karen Sher interviews Stacy Wagerman, the Manager of Women’s Philanthropy, and Galia Movitz, one of the founders of the event, to talk about its history and those amazing bracelets!

JWRP Trip to Israel Blog

Aug 6, 2019 | Community Leadership & Engagement, Israel Center, Women's Philanthropy

Written by Cindy Liebson It will be almost impossible to describe this trip to Israel, as our tour guide explains on the bus ride to our hotel tonight. We started the day with a walking tour of beautiful Tel Aviv- a city that embodies in its name and its character the...

JWRP Trip to Israel: Jerusalem

Aug 6, 2019 | Community Leadership & Engagement, Women's Philanthropy

Written by Lisa Gottlieb Cytron The women of St. Louis and the rest of the 184 Momentum participants hit the ground running and enjoyed a wonderful tour of Old City Jerusalem. The mix of ancient, holy buildings intermingled with pizza parlors, barber shops, and...

JWRP Trip to Israel Blog: Tel Aviv

Aug 6, 2019 | Community Leadership & Engagement, Israel Center, Women's Philanthropy

Written by Jen Bernstein It is our second day in Israel and the St. Louis contingent is having a wonderful time. We started our day by going to the Bara Herb factory, where we learned the process of making herbal medicines. Many of us did some damage in their gift...

Do a Mitzvah by Packing of Bag of Love for Purim

Mar 1, 2019 | JFed Press Releases, JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Lend your hands and your hearts for Purim. Please join us for Pack a Bag of Love, a special community service opportunity to enhance the holidays for our community members that are living in care facilities or homebound. Participants will be making care packages to be...

29 Jewish Women’s Organizations will Celebrate CommUNITY: Pieces of Our CommUNITY on February 21

Feb 1, 2019 | JFed Press Releases, JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Twenty-nine local Jewish women’s organizations will be featured and celebrated during Women’s Philanthropy’s second CommUNITY event. Be inspired by Ruchi Koval, who will speak on “Finding Your Niche,” enjoy a special performance by Kolot Jewish Women’s choir, taste...

Lend Your Hands and Hearts for the 2018 ‘Pack a Bag of Love’ with Women’s Philanthropy

Nov 14, 2018 | Community Impact, JFed Press Releases, JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Don’t Miss L’Chaim! Women Changing the World with Former Miss World Linor Abargil

Oct 18, 2018 | JFed Press Releases, JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Only two weeks remain before L’Chaim! returns and tickets are going quickly. The Women’s Philanthropy of the Jewish Federation of St. Louis evening of celebration, community and giving will feature former Miss World Linor Abargil on Thursday, Nov. 1. Less than 94...

Women’s Philanthropy presents L’Chaim! Women Changing the World with Former Miss World Linor Abargil

Aug 16, 2018 | JFed Press Releases, JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Women’s Philanthropy of the Jewish Federation of St. Louis will host an evening of celebration, community and giving featuring Linor Abargil. The event, L’Chaim! Women Changing the World, will take place on Thursday, November 1, at The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis beginning...

2018 St. Louis Women’s Mission to Israel Learning…Leading…Community

May 18, 2018 | JFed Press Releases, JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Jewish Federation of St. Louis is thrilled to announce that, thanks to the generosity of the Staenberg Family Foundation, we are continuing our partnership with the Jewish Women’s Renaissance Project (JWRP) to offer women with children under 18 years old a 10-day...

Location Change! Intergenerational Family Shabbat Picnic at Millennium Park

May 17, 2018 | JFed Press Releases, JFed STL News, PJ Library, Women's Philanthropy

Location Change! Intergenerational Family Shabbat Picnic at Millennium Park!

Women’s Philanthropy Hosts “Shower Our Community with Love” Event

Mar 7, 2018 | JFed Press Releases, JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Women’s Philanthropy of Jewish Federation of St. Louis will host its ninth “Shower Our Community with Love” event on Wednesday, April 11 at 6:30 pm at Epstein Hebrew Academy. Enjoy dessert and wine while making a difference; dietary laws observed. Community service...

Lend Your Hands and Hearts with Women’s Philanthropy – February 2018

Jan 31, 2018 | JFed Press Releases, JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Women’s Philanthropy of Jewish Federation of St. Louis is hosting a special volunteer opportunity to enhance the holidays for individuals who feel isolated from the Jewish community. They will be making care packages to be delivered to these individuals for Purim. In...

Lend Your Hands and Hearts for Hanukkah Hugs 2017

Nov 16, 2017 | JFed Press Releases, JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Women’s Philanthropy of the Jewish Federation of St. Louis is hosting a special volunteer opportunity to enhance the holidays for our community members living in care facilities. They will be making care packages to be delivered to these individuals for Hanukkah. In...

Announcing the 2017-2019 Women’s Philanthropy Board

Sep 27, 2017 | JFed Press Releases, JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

On Tuesday, September 26, Women’s Philanthropy installed their 2017-2019 Board. Bonnie Solomon is the new Chair of Women’s Philanthropy and the Executive Committee and Board are made up of the following leaders: Executive Committee Amy Bender-Levy Laura Fields Lynne...

Women’s Philanthropy presents A L’Chaim Production Featuring Nancy Spielberg

Aug 23, 2017 | JFed Press Releases, JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Women’s Philanthropy of the Jewish Federation of St. Louis will host an evening of celebration, community and giving featuring film writer and producer Nancy Spielberg. The event, A L’Chaim Production Featuring Nancy Spielberg, will take place on Wednesday, November 1...

Women’s Philanthropy Executive Committee 2017-2019

May 25, 2017 | JFed Press Releases, JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Women’s Philanthropy of the Jewish Federation of St. Louis has elected their Executive Committee and Board for the 2017-2019 term, beginning on September 7. Bonnie Solomon will be the new Chair of Women’s Philanthropy, working with Amy Bender-Levy (Vice Chair,...

St. Louis Women’s Mission to Israel

May 17, 2017 | JFed Press Releases, JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Jewish Federation of St. Louis is thrilled to announce that, thanks to the generosity of the Staenberg Family Foundation, the Jewish Federation of St. Louis is continuing its’ partnership with the Jewish Women’s Renaissance Project (JWRP) to offer women with children...

Lend Your Hands and Hearts with Women’s Philanthropy – March 2017

Mar 8, 2017 | JFed Press Releases, JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Women’s Philanthropy of Jewish Federation of St. Louis is hosting a special volunteer opportunity to enhance the holidays for individuals who feel isolated from the Jewish community.

Women’s Philanthropy presents CommUNITY: Making a World of Difference

Jan 4, 2017 | JFed Press Releases, JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Women’s Philanthropy of Jewish Federation of St. Louis invites women from throughout the Jewish community to unite and celebrate our various Jewish women’s volunteer organizations; over 25 organizations will be participating. The inspiring and empowering evening will...

Women’s Philanthropy NYC Mission

Nov 16, 2016 | JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Join Women’s Philanthropy of the Jewish Federation of St. Louis on a mission to New York City April 23-25, 2017 for a fabulous mix of Jewish learning, food and friends. The trip will include visits to the Eldridge Street Synagogue (a National Historic Landmark and one...

Lend Your Hands and Hearts for Hanukkah Hugs 2016

Nov 9, 2016 | JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Women’s Philanthropy of Jewish Federation of St. Louis is hosting a special volunteer opportunity to enhance the holidays for community members living in care facilities. They will be making care packages to be delivered to these individuals for Hanukkah. In order to...

Lend Your Hands and Hearts with Women’s Philanthropy – September 2016

Aug 26, 2016 | JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Women’s Philanthropy of the Jewish Federation of St. Louis is once again hosting a special volunteer opportunity to enhance the holidays for our community members living in care facilities as well as home-bound individuals. They will be making care packages to be...

Women’s Philanthropy Presents Live, Laugh, L’Chaim!

Aug 17, 2016 | JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Women’s Philanthropy of the Jewish Federation of St. Louis will host an evening of comedy, community and giving featuring award winning comedian Cory Kahaney. The event, Live, Laugh, L’Chaim!, will take place on Wednesday, November 2 at The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis...

Community Family Shabbat Picnic for Families with Young Children

May 18, 2016 | JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy, YPD

Join the Jewish community for a family Shabbat picnic on Friday, June 10 at Shaw Park- North Shelter at the Treetop Playground. Families with young children are invited to recite Shabbat prayers and enjoy challah and grape juice. The evening will continue with...

2016 St. Louis Women’s Mission to Israel Learning…Leading…Community

May 18, 2016 | JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Jewish Federation of St. Louis and AISH HaTorah of St. Louis announced today 37 women that will be traveling to Israel as part of the Jewish Women’s Renaissance Project (JWRP) St. Louis Women’s Mission. JWRP was established in 2008 by eight diverse women in the...

Women’s Philanthropy Plans an Evening on the Farm

Apr 6, 2016 | JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Join Women’s Philanthropy of Jewish Federation of St. Louis for “An Evening on the Farm”. Enjoy an organic meal straight from the farm in a beautiful setting with extraordinary women on Sunday, May 1. The event will take place at Claverach Farm. In addition to dinner,...

Women’s Philanthropy Hosts Annual “Shower Our Community” Event to Benefit Community Members in Need

Mar 2, 2016 | JFed STL News, PJ Library, Women's Philanthropy

Women’s Philanthropy of Jewish Federation of St. Louis will host its eighth annual “Shower Our Community with Love” event on Thursday, April 14 at 7 pm at Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School. Enjoy dessert and wine while making a difference; dietary laws observed....

Lend Your Hands and Hearts with Women’s Philanthropy – March 2016

Feb 10, 2016 | JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Women’s Auxiliary Foundation for Jewish Aged Accepting 2016 Grant Applications

Feb 3, 2016 | JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Women’s Auxiliary Foundation for Jewish Aged, the newest supporting foundation of the Jewish Federation of St. Louis, is focused on providing financial support for programs and organizations that ensure the dignity and honor of Jewish elderly in St. Louis....

St. Louis Woman Honored with 2016 Kipnis-Wilson/Friedland Award

Dec 30, 2015 | JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Every other year, The Jewish Federations of North America asks each community to nominate a woman for the Kipnis-Wilson/Friedland Award. This award recognizes women who exemplify the spirit of the Lion of Judah by proven commitment to the Jewish community through...

Step Up and Out for a Sole-ful Evening with Women’s Philanthropy

Oct 7, 2015 | JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Women’s Philanthropy of Jewish Federation of St. Louis will host an evening of celebration, community and giving featuring Jane Weitzman of Stuart Weitzman Shoes. The event, L’Chaim Soul to Sole, will take place on Thursday, November 19 at The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis....

Lend Your Hands and Hearts with Women’s Philanthropy – August 2015

Aug 17, 2015 | JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Women’s Philanthropy of Jewish Federation of St. Louis is hosting a special volunteer opportunity to enhance the holidays for the elderly who feel isolated from the Jewish community. They will be making care packages to be delivered to these individuals for Rosh...

Jewish Federation of St. Louis Announces 2015 Grant Recipients from Women’s Auxiliary Foundation for Jewish Aged

Jun 22, 2015 | JFed STL News, NORC, Women's Philanthropy

Women’s Auxiliary Foundation for Jewish Aged, the newest supporting Foundation of Jewish Federation of St. Louis, has announced recipients of their first grant cycle. The Foundation is focused on providing financial support for programs and organizations that ensure...

Community Shabbat Picnic for Families with Young Children

May 13, 2015 | JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy, YPD

Join the Jewish community for a family Shabbat picnic on Friday, June 12 at Shaw Park- North Shelter at the Treetop. Families with young children are invited to recite Shabbat prayers, sing Shabbat songs and enjoy challah and grape juice. The evening will continue...

Women’s Philanthropy mission trip to Chicago

Apr 22, 2015 | JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Women’s Philanthropy recently returned from a meaningful mission trip to Chicago filled with Jewish learning and bonding. Highlights of the trip included a tour of the Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center on Holocaust Remembrance Day and hearing from David...

Women’s Philanthropy “Shower Our Community” Event

Mar 18, 2015 | JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Women’s Philanthropy of Jewish Federation of St. Louis will host its seventh annual “Shower Our Community with Love” event on Thursday, April 23 at 7 pm at Jewish Community Center Arts and Education Building, 2 Millstone Campus Drive. Women’s Philanthropy members will...

Federation’s Women’s Philanthropy Plans Passover Outreach Events as Part of Ongoing Initiative

Feb 25, 2015 | JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Women’s Philanthropy of Jewish Federation of St. Louis is continuing their outreach program to engage women in service projects to enhance the Chaplaincy program of JF&CS. The women will be putting together Seder Plates for Passover for delivery to community...

Jewish Federation of St. Louis’ Women’s Philanthropy Celebrates Women Clergy for a Very Special Event

Nov 26, 2014 | JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Did you know that St. Louis has many female Jewish clergy sitting at the helm of congregations? The overall number of local women clergy says a lot about the St. Louis Jewish community and how it embraces women as leaders. Women’s Philanthropy, for the first time in...

Federation’s Women’s Philanthropy Plans Chanukah Outreach Events as Part of Ongoing Initiative

Nov 12, 2014 | JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Women’s Philanthropy of Jewish Federation of St. Louis is continuing their outreach program to engage women in service projects to enhance the Chaplaincy program of JF&CS. The women will be putting together Chanukah bags for delivery to community members who are...

Federation’s Women’s Philanthropy Brings Together Local Women for a “Taste of Our Jewish Community” Course

Oct 22, 2014 | JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Women’s Philanthropy of Jewish Federation of St. Louis has launched a special program, “A Taste of Our Jewish Community,” to bring together a select group of women interested in learning more about our Jewish community and Federation’s role both locally and overseas....

Federation’s Women’s Philanthropy Plans Donor Thank You Event

Oct 8, 2014 | JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Women’s Philanthropy of Jewish Federation of St. Louis is hosting a thank you event for all donors who contributed to the Annual Campaign on Sunday, November 9 at 12:00pm. The event, which will take place at the home of Women’s Philanthropy lifetime member Jane...

Federation’s Women’s Philanthropy Plans Holiday Outreach Events to Enhance Chaplaincy Program of JF&CS

Jul 24, 2014 | JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Women’s Philanthropy of Jewish Federation of St. Louis is hosting an outreach program to engage women in service projects to enhance the Chaplaincy program of JF&CS. The women will be putting together Rosh Hashanah bags for delivery to community members who are...

Federation’s Women’s Philanthropy to Host Legacy Luncheon

Jul 16, 2014 | JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Leaders from past and present join for special celebration Women’s Philanthropy of Jewish Federation of St. Louis is hosting a Legacy Luncheon on September 5 at 11:30am at Kopolow Building of Jewish Federation to celebrate the strong history of Women’s Philanthropy in...

Direct from Israel: The needs we must meet

Jul 16, 2014 | Miscellaneous

It is Monday night, and I am about to return to St. Louis after attending a Jewish Federation of North America mission of 120 people from around the United States to see firsthand how the work we do helps those in need in Israel and abroad. None of us could have ever...

Frank Weintrop Honored With Lion of Judah Award

Apr 2, 2014 | JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Sherri Frank Weintrop has been named the local recipient of the 2014 Kipnis-Wilson/Friedland Award, which will be presented at the International Lion of Judah Conference in New York City in September. The award, named for the founders of the program, honors...

Women’s Philanthropy Holds “Shower” to Benefit the Community

Mar 4, 2014 | JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Women’s Philanthropy of Jewish Federation of St. Louis will hold its sixth annual “Shower Our Community With Love” event on Thursday, April 24 at 7 pm at the Jewish Community Center Arts and Education Building, 2 Millstone Campus Drive. At the shower, Women’s...

Women’s Philanthropy Presents Program on Kabbalah

Jan 3, 2014 | JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Women’s Philanthropy of Jewish Federation of St. Louis will present an evening program on “Kabbalah: Uncovering Judaic Mysticism” on Thursday, February 6 at 7:00 pm at the Chabad House of Greater St. Louis. Attendees will join together for hors d’oeuvres and cocktails...

Women’s Philanthropy Presents Program on Tracing the Jewish Family Tree

Oct 28, 2013 | JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Women’s Philanthropy of Jewish Federation of St. Louis will present a lunch and learn program on “Discovering Our Roots: Introduction to Jewish Genealogy” on Tuesday, November 19 at 11:30 am at the Jewish Community Center Arts and Education Building in the Beit...

Victoria Singer

Aug 19, 2013 | Community Impact, JFed STL News, Miscellaneous, Women's Philanthropy

Victoria Singer traces her devotion to giving her time, talents and money to the Jewish community to a pivotal experience she had as a young adult. After college graduation, she was accepted into Project Otzma, a year-long social service fellowship in Israel sponsored...

Women’s Philanthropy Presents Programming Series

Jul 18, 2013 | JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Women’s Philanthropy of Jewish Federation of St. Louis will present three special events in 2013 and 2014 as part of the Women’s Philanthropy Programming Series. Intended to inspire, educate and enlighten participants, the events include: “Renewing Yourself for the...

Kavod (honor) for Jane Roodman Weiss

Jul 5, 2013 | Miscellaneous

JFNA’s Lion of Judah Magazine Summer issue contains an terrific profile of our own director, Jane Roodman Weiss and her sisters, recipients of the 2012 Kipnis-Wilson/Friedland award recognizing their enduring impact in their home communities. Janie was...

Federation’s Women’s Philanthropy Will Gather for Farm to Table Shabbat Dinner

Jun 24, 2013 | JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Friday, July 12, 7pm Claverach Farm, Eureka MO Women’s Philanthropy of Jewish Federation of St. Louis is hosting a Farm-to-Table Shabbat Dinner on July 12 at 7 pm at Claverach Farm in Eureka. Attendees will enjoy a delicious meal, connect with friends and celebrate...

Bracelets Encircle Israeli Girls with Love

Apr 10, 2013 | JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Women’s Philanthropy “Shower Our Community With Love” Wednesday, April 17, 7pm @ Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School Bracelets Encircle Israeli Girls with Love Diane Katzman knows that one volunteer can make the world a better place, especially...

Women’s Philanthropy: Shower our Community With Love

Feb 19, 2013 | JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Wednesday, April 17, 7pm Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School Join Women’s Philanthropy for the 5th Annual Shower Our Community with Love event on Wednesday, April 17th at 7:00 pm located at the Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School (348 South Mason Road St. Louis,...

Women’s Connection to ‘Shower’ Covenant/CHAI Seniors With ‘Welcome’ Bags

Apr 19, 2012 | JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Women’s Philanthropy of Jewish Federation is hosting its fourth Annual Shower on Tuesday, May 1, 7 p.m., at Covenant House/CHAI, 10 Millstone Campus Drive. Participants will pack welcome and welcome back bags for the residents of Covenant/CHAI. Joan Denison, Executive...

Millstone Institute Hosts 2 Programs on Organized Jewish Life Today Featuring Nationally-Known Author & Spiritual Leader

Mar 12, 2012 | JFed STL News, Women's Philanthropy

Rabbi Karyn Kedar of Chicago’s Congregation B’nai Jehoshua Beth Elohim will present: 8:00 to 9:15 am, Tues., April 17, “Next Gen and 21st Century Synagogue Life,” a breakfast gathering for board leaders, volunteers and staff/clergy of area congregations at...

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