Welcome to Hadassah Greater Detroit, which includes members in Greater Detroit, Lansing, Ann Arbor, Kalamazoo, Toledo, Greater Pittsburgh and Greater Cleveland. We have 8,400 members, including a Nurses and Allied Health Professionals Council and an Attorneys and Judges Council. We are an active, engaged community who work together to further the lifesaving work of Hadassah’s hospitals in Israel and empower women in the US, Israel and around the world. Every year, we hold the Judi Schram Annual Meeting with a celebrity guest speaker, boutiques and a luncheon. Every November, we have a huge rummage sale that is always a successful team effort.
There are many fun, informative activities, book clubs, discussion groups and Zionism programs. We know you’ll connect with us and find your passions. We would love to include you as a member. Make sure we have your email address by providing it to midwest@hadassah.org. Join us today.
Welcome to Hadassah Greater Detroit, one of the first Hadassah chapters in the country! We are a diverse group of women from Michigan, Northern Ohio and extending as far east as Pittsburg, Pennsylvania, and Wheeling, West Virginia. Our chapters offer a variety of programs and opportunities for engagement, connection and building lifelong friendships. We pride ourselves on making a difference in our local communities, Israel and the world at large through our support of the organization and commitment to tikkun olam.
Join us for an elegant afternoon tea in celebration of our Keepers of the Gate and Chai Society donors. Relax, sip, and discover the art of tea with Mary Jones, the owner of Intu Tea from the Eastern Market. Wear your finest tea attire!
Join us for an unforgettable experience filled with motivational speakers, vibrant workshops, and insightful conversations. Explore the possibilities, ignite your passion, and be empowered to break barriers with additional inspiring sessions featurin
Please join us as we enjoy a delicious brunch and meet Hadassah National President, Carol Ann Schwartz. She will speak on updates on Hadassah Medical Organization and heart health.
Calling all Hadassah members in Pittsburgh! Join us for a delicious brunch as we reconnect and learn about the amazing work of Hadassah. Meet Hadassah Greater Detroit President Marcie Rosen, who will inform us of Hadassah's accomplishments and goals
Enjoy a delicious dairy dinner followed by a conversation with the Honorable Mark A. Goldsmith, U.S. District Judge for the Eastern District of Michigan. He will share his insights on serving on the Federal bench.
April 29, May 6, May 20, June 10, June 17, and June 24, 2025. Learn to play mah jongg with Hadassah members guiding you in play while teaching you the rules of the game. Sign up for either three daytime (April-May) or three evening (June) sessions.
five book discussions with book club facilitator Lauren Marcus Johnson, including “The Lion Women of Tehran” by Marjan Kamali, "Cave of Secrets” by Lynn Golodner, “The Goddess of Warsaw” by Lisa Barr, and “Like Mother, Like Mother” by Susan Rieger.
President
Fran Heicklen
Organization/Executive VP
Deborah Eber
Organization/Executive VP
Suzanne Lowe
Secretary
Louise Hacker
Treasurer
Arlene Rubinstein
Fundraising VP/Coor
Mandy Garver
Fundraising VP/Coor
Florence Grant
Membership/Outreach VP/Coor
Sandra Gruca
Membership/Outreach VP/Coor
Ruth Haberkornhalm
Membership/Outreach VP/Coor
Beverly Yost
Programming VP/Chair
Gail Caplan
Programming VP/Chair
Sue Korn
Education and Advocacy VP
Diane Brody
Education and Advocacy VP
Judith Goodman
Education and Advocacy VP
Marcie Rosen
Area VP/Advisor
Rochelle Parker
Past President
Carol Ogusky
Mail Facilitator
Diane Fogel
Mail Facilitator
Michele Israel
Public Affairs/Marketing/Comm. Chair
Rochelle Imber