Hadassah Dayton Chapter

06/05/2026

Click here to read the weekly Here & Now newsletter, featuring news and upcoming events in and around Hadassah Great Plains and a message from our region president, Sharon Star: https://bit.ly/4o6QpqO

06/04/2026

In a graphic essay, American-born artist Hannah Finkelshteyn details her first few months in Israel as a new olah.

From working in an ice-cream shop to running to bomb shelters, an American-born graphic artist chronicles the milestones that make her feel like a ‘proper Israeli.’

06/04/2026

Join Hadassah Midwest and Young Judaea June 15 for an online conversation exploring what Jewish pluralism looks like today. Hear from leaders and alumni of Young Judaea as they share how pluralism shapes their work. Register here: https://bit.ly/4sswAuH

06/04/2026

Film: Labors of Love: The Life and Legacy of Henrietta Szold
Sunday, June 7, 2026 at 2:00pm

Please join us to Learn about Hadassah's founder Henrietta Szold and celebrate the Centennial of Dayton Hadassah, founded in 1926. Event includes movie, followed by guest speaker Sharon Star, President of Hadassah Great Plains Region and dessert reception.

Details and tickets at:

~ Learn more about the film and watch the official movie trailer ~  Thirteen-year-old Ethan Bloom is supposed to be preparing for his bar mitzvah — but despite his Jewish family, Ethan is convinced his spiritual calling is with the Catholic Church, where he secretly finds solace under the guida...

06/03/2026

“Less than three months after the most devastating day in Israel’s history, I stepped into the role of National President of Hadassah.” 💙
On January 1, 2024, Carol Ann Schwartz began her leadership journey during one of the most difficult moments for Israel and the Jewish people. Just five days later, she was on the ground in Israel, leading a week-long Hadassah solidarity mission alongside members and supporters from eight countries.
Her Hadassah story began in 1991 in Cincinnati with one simple goal: to make a difference and connect with women who shared her values.
Today, she represents Hadassah at some of the most influential tables in the world.
“What Hadassah makes possible through its extraordinary mission and for the people who power it is immeasurable. It’s Lifechanging each and every day.”
✨ Tap the link to watch Carol Ann, along with other powerful Lifechanging stories, and see the impact of women leading with purpose, compassion and strength.

This is "Carol Ann's Lifechanging Story" by Hadassah on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.

06/03/2026

Chapter President's Corner: June 2026

Strengthening Zionism – the Jewish people’s connection and commitment to our historic homeland of Israel - is at the core of Hadassah’s mission. Amid escalating anti-Israel sentiment, we need to amplify women’s voices as thought leaders, educators and advocates in support of Zionism and Israel now more than ever.

From a study group over 100 years ago, Henrietta Szold helped launch the healthcare system in Israel and a legacy of engaging women throughout the U.S. Today, Hadassah promotes programming to deepen our understanding of and enhance our pride in Zionism. Our advocacy efforts support Israel’s security and a strong US-Israel relationship and further Hadassah’s commitment to healing the world.

2026 brings forth Dayton Hadassah's Centennial year! We will be having 3 celebrations throughout the year to commemorate our 100th birthday. Our first event will be on Sunday, June 7 at 2:00, as we partner will the Jewish Film Festival. Together we are bringing in the movie, Labors of Love, the Henrietta Szold movie. Please join us as we recognize the accomplishments of Henrietta Szold, the founder of Hadassah.

I hope to see everyone on June 7!

Julie

06/02/2026

As a vice chair of the ADL's national board, Sharon Nazarian is deeply engaged in the fight against anti-Jewish bias and racial hatred worldwide because, she says, one inevitably leads to the other. “We always say it starts with the Jews, but it doesn’t end with the Jews.”

One of the most outspoken Iranian American Jewish voices says ‘it starts with the Jews, but it doesn’t end with the Jews.’

06/02/2026

HADASSAH DAYTON CHAPTER BOARD MEETING

Interested in getting more involved? Please come join us at our next meeting:

* Tuesday, June 9th, 4:00 p.m.
* Email Julie for the location or Zoom link.

All Hadassah members are welcome!

06/01/2026

Antisemitism has reached alarming levels, and it's getting more violent. Congress is considering the Jewish American Security Act, a comprehensive, bipartisan strategy to increase security funding and address antisemitism in our schools, communities and on social media.

Click the link to sign up and tell Congress to stand up to antisemitism and pass the Jewish American Security Act today!

Urge Congress to support the Jewish American Security Act today!

06/01/2026

Join Hadassah Great Plains in Cincinnati on July 19 for a celebration of Hadassah’s lifechanging work featuring Ellen Hershkin, 26th Hadassah national president, and current chair of Hadassah Magazine. Register here: https://bit.ly/4th37Fh