Women's Philanthropy

Women's Philanthropy engages women of all ages and giving levels in social, educational and philanthropic events and activities, allowing all Jewish women in Seattle to be included in the Jewish Federation and participate in creating community.

Together, Women's Philanthropy and the greater Jewish Federation work toward strengthening, repairing and ensuring the Jewish community in Seattle, Israel and around the world. Collectively, Women's Philanthropy generates one-third of Seattle's annual Community Campaign.

Contact Information
Contact Name: 
Michelle Shriki, Development Officer
Email: 
Women@JewishInSeattle.org
Phone: 
206-774-2226

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News

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2012 Annual Meeting Awardees Announced

Posted on Thursday May 10, 2012 12:23 PM
Annual Meeting

The Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle will recognize the achievements of four exceptional community volunteers at its 2012 Annual Meeting on June 21, 2012 at the Seattle Asian Art Museum. Corey Salka, chair of the Federation's Center for Jewish Philanthropy, will accept the Dr. Charles and Lillian Kaplan Board Chair's Award; Kim Fisher and Zane Brown, Jr. will receive the Jack J. and Charlotte Spitzer Young Leadership Awards; and the Pamela Waechter Jewish Communal Professional Award will be given to Marcie Wirth, Special Events Manager at the Stroum Jewish Community Center.

Gilah Kletenik Delivers Keynote Address at Turn The Page 2012

Posted on Friday Mar 16, 2012 12:57 PM

Seattle native Gilah Kletenik, daughter of Turn The Page founder Rivy Poupko Kletenik and currently the Congregational Scholar at Congregation Kehilath Jeshurun in Manhattan, addressed one of the largest gatherings of Turn The Page in the event's history on Wednesday March 14 at the Mercer Island Community & Events Center. Her keynote speech before more than 160 women was a powerful statement on justice and collective memory as ethical imperatives for Jewish women.

Turn The Page 2012 to Feature Keynote Speaker Gilah Kletenik

Posted on Wednesday Feb 15, 2012 3:32 PM

Gilah Kletenik, Congregational Scholar at Congregation Kehilath Jeshurun in New York City, will speak on justice and collective memory as ethical imperatives for Jewish Women in her keynote address at Turn The Page 2012: Women of Character – A Celebration of Resilience and Renewal on March 14 at the Mercer Island Community Center.

The Power of Passion Inspires Connections Attendees

Posted on Tuesday Jan 31, 2012 9:26 AM
Iris Krasnow

The 450 Connections attendees at the Women's Philanthropy brunch on January 29 were inspired to live their own lives with passion as they came together to support our Jewish community. This annual event is about connecting with friends, family, and community. We live in a thriving Jewish community, and each of us has the ability to make a significant impact today and for the future. 

Countdown to Connections 2012 -- The Power of Passion Featuring Iris Krasnow: 30 Women Who Changed Our World

Posted on Thursday Jan 26, 2012 8:27 PM

Women have the power to change our world. Our 'Countdown to Connections' highlights 30 women whose passion has made our world a better place.

3.  Estee Lauder

"Measure your success in dollars, not degrees."

Estée Lauder's name is synonymous with beauty and healthy skin. An astute businesswoman, she made a fortune manufacturing, marketing and distributing cosmetics to women around the world under several trade names, then used the power of her position and fortune to support causes that were important to her.

Leadership

2011-2012 Women's Philanthropy Leadership

Chair: Naomi Newman
Immediate Past Chair: Celie Brown
Lion of Judah Chair: Susan Edelheit
Connections Co-Chairs: Kim Fisher & Andrea Lott

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Opportunities for Engagement

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Turn the Page

Women's Philanthropy's evening of Jewish learning is an educational, outreach event open to all Jewish women in the greater Seattle area. Turn the Page features a keynote speaker and learning sessions designed according to the theme selected that year.

Past Turn the Page themes have included "The 21st Century Jewish Woman...A Balancing Act?," "Exploring Our Traditions: Personal Journeys from Around the World," "Our Heroes from Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow," and "A Woman's Way Finding Your Path to G-D," among others.

Connections

Women's Philanthropy's annual outreach and fundraising event is open to all Jewish women in the greater Seattle area. Past speakers have included Dr. Ruth, Marlee Matlin, Sharon J. Wohlmuth, Jennifer Weiner, Mia Farrow, Lauren Weisberger and others. Connections is a no minimum gift event and takes place each February. Annual attendance ranges from 500–650 women.

Giving

There are a number of giving societies for women in our community.

The Pomegranate Society is the newest giving level for women who make an annual minimum household gift between $1,800 and $4,999 to the Community Campaign.

Lion of Judah is for women who make an annual minimum household gift of $5,000 to the Community Campaign.

There are no special giving opportunities at the moment.