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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Healing our Tatas with Tones
Desert-Mountain
El Paso
Oct 15, 2023
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Oct 15, 2023
Join us for a mystical, magical sound healing journey with Noelle Meyer (Certified Sound Healer). Immerse yourself in a calming and rest-inducing state of mind with this meditative experience. Bathe in healing sound vibrations produced by instruments
California State-Wide Antisemitism Event
Desert-Mountain
Pacific Northwest
Central Pacific Coast
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Oct 19, 2023
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Oct 19, 2023
Learn about antisemitism with panelists Dr. Michael Berenbaum, Frank Meeink, Dr. Brandy Shufutinsky, and Rabbi Yoshi Zweiback. Moderated by Hadassah National Antisemitism Co-Chairs Rita Shapiro and Joyce Laiter. Don't miss this exciting event!
Hadassah El Paso's 80th Anniversary Celebration
Desert-Mountain
El Paso
Dec 3, 2023
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Dec 3, 2023
Please join us for an afternoon to commemorate and celebrate Hadassah El Paso. We will recognize and remember the advocacy-driven origins of our chapter in 1943 to create a Jewish homeland, which continues its utmost importance today.
Installation of Officers and Speaker
Desert-Mountain
Southern Arizona
Dec 3, 2023
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Dec 3, 2023
Join us for an afternoon of Coffee and Desserts, the Installation of Officers and a Special Program about End of Life Issues, featuring Dr. Diane Ashton, PhD of Psychology and End of Life Doula.
Chanukah Party
Desert-Mountain
Colorado Springs Chapter
Dec 14, 2023
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Dec 14, 2023
Join us as we come together with our Hadassah Sisters to warm our souls in the light and love of Chanukah and Friendship! We will light candles and share a potluck meal - bring your favorite vegetarian dish to share. Latkes will be provided.
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