Overview
Hadassah Desert-Mountain unites women from border to border in our diverse and independent region. Our chapters range from suburban to metropolitan, from over a thousand members to a few dozen. Some chapters were chartered a century ago while our newest chapter was chartered in 2021. We share our dedication to Hadassah – and to one another.
Our western hospitality and independent spirit ensure that you'll find friendship and a creative way for you to help make the world a better place. Through philanthropy, advocacy and education, we support Hadassah’s medical research and patient care in Israel and throughout the world. We raise our voices and make a difference in our own communities and around the globe. Hadassah women have the power to heal our world, to inspire, to take action, and to make an impact. Connect with the women of Hadassah Desert-Mountain and together we will change our world.
Message from the
Region President
Hadassah Desert-Mountain Region (DMR) is both vast and intimate. Geographically, we have chapters in eight states: Montana, Wyoming, Utah, Colorado, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas. Our chapters vary in size and demographics. We service women of all ages and welcome everyone in our various communities.
Calendar of Events
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Family and Friends Ice Cream Social
Desert-Mountain
Southern Nevada
Jul 20, 2025
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Jul 20, 2025
Join us for a kosher style summer ice cream social! There will be ice cream sundaes with all the fixings, ice cream making for those who want to give it a try, fun, and games. Hadassah members, associates, friends, and family are all welcome.
August Field Trip
Desert-Mountain
Valley Of The Sun
Aug 5, 2025
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Aug 5, 2025
Art therapy is used at our Youth Aliyah Villages and our hospitals are filled with many artworks to aid in the healing process. We will celebrate Hadassah's value of art with a visit to artist Freddie Lieberman's studio.
Blankets of Hope: Giving Back with Hadassah
Desert-Mountain
Colorado Springs Chapter
Aug 10, 2025
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Aug 10, 2025
Join the women of Hadassah Colorado Springs for a heartwarming afternoon of community and compassion! We’ll be making no-sew blankets to donate to The Place, an organization that offers critical support and resources to homeless youth in our city.
The Third Annual Champagne Brunch, Rhythm and Schmooze
Desert-Mountain
Albuquerque Chapter
Aug 17, 2025
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Aug 17, 2025
Join us for a brunch buffet with champagne and mimosas! Live smooth jazz featuring Last Call Duo, and featuring guest speaker Ellen Burke, Desert-Mountain Region President.
Calling All Single Ladies
Desert-Mountain
Boulder Chapter
Aug 18, 2025
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Aug 18, 2025
All Single Ladies: Please join us on Zoom to help create our vibrant and energetic new club. Bring your ideas and hopes and wishes for the future and together we will create plans for gatherings, social networking and outings.
The Art Of Hebrew Calligraphy Workshop
Desert-Mountain
Boulder Chapter
Aug 21, 2025
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Aug 21, 2025
Join Boulder Hadassah for an opportunity to learn the basics of Hebrew Calligraphy in a joyful and creative atmosphere, featuring instructor, Elaine Hirsch. Knowledge of Hebrew is not required.
Dreaming Big for Hadassah
Desert-Mountain
Boulder Chapter
Aug 24, 2025
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Aug 24, 2025
Annual Kickoff Brunch to honor our “Keepers of the Gate”. Guest Speaker Pam Sherman will share how Hadassah’s amazing Dream Doctors inspired not only her, but many hospitals across the world, to implement similar programs for children and adults.
Mah Jongg Lessons
Desert-Mountain
Boulder Chapter
Aug 6, 2025
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Aug 27, 2025
Come join Boulder Hadassah to learn to play American Mah Jongg! Lessons will take place on the following Wednesdays in August: August 6, August 13, August 20, and August 27. You will need to order a 2025 Mah Jongg card from National Mah Jongg League.
Summer Salmon Social
Desert-Mountain
Greater Denver
Sep 11, 2025
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Sep 11, 2025
We took the bait and are reeling in the salmon for a reimagined Summer Salmon Social. We promise the fin-tastic gathering of the season! We’re serving up grilled salmon, refreshing drinks, in a country club ambience —so bring your appetite and your b
Women Pulpit Rabbis Doing it Their Way
Desert-Mountain
Greater Denver
Oct 29, 2025
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Oct 29, 2025
Enjoy a lovely brunch and a stimulating panel discussion moderated by Rabbi Sara Gilbert featuring the powerful women Rabbis in the metro Denver who head the pulpits of our Conservative, Reconstructionist and Reform communities!
Albuquerque Chapter
Boulder Chapter
Colorado Springs Chapter
Devorah Chapter
El Paso
Four Corners
Granite Mountain 19
Greater Denver
Greater Salt Lake
Las Cruces
Montana Statewide Chapter
Northern Colorado
Northern New Mexico
Southern Arizona
Southern Nevada
Tikvah-West Valley Chapter
Valley Of The Sun
Wyoming Statewide Chapter
Board Members
President
Renee Sidman
Organization VP
Carolynn Scherer-Katz
Treasurer
Cathy Olswing
Secretary
Roni Sorin Ogin
American Affairs/Advocacy
Joy Feldman
Annual Giving/Grassroots
Della Gilson Levy
Capital Campaign & HMO Chair
Judith Levitsky
Communications/Marketing Portfolio Chair/Web Admin
Sherrie Davidson
Goals to Success
Anne Lowe
Health & Wellness Chair
Kate Raphael
Immediate Past President/ Nominating Chair
Barbara Raben
Major Gifts
Laura Schiff
Board Member at Large
Corinne Forti
Membership Portfolio Chair
Ann Martin
Parlimentarian/Bylaws Chair
Carol Bernstein
Philanthropy Portfolio Chair
Barbara Marcus
Programming Portfolio Chair/ Facebook Chair
Sara Steinman
Young Judaea
Janet Smith
Young Women's Chair
Delaney Rieke
Zionist Affairs
Laura Green