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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March Monthly Meeting
Desert-Mountain
Valley Of The Sun
Mar 4, 2025
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Mar 4, 2025
March is the month of Purim. Let's celebrate the power of Hadassah women who do, with a viewing party of Troll Storm, a documentary telling the story of a mom and Hadassah Life Member who fights back against neo-Nazis and wins!
Hats Off To Hadassah
Desert-Mountain
Southern Nevada
Mar 9, 2025
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Mar 9, 2025
We will wear fun hats instead of costumes for Purim, eat Middle Eastern food, and our speakers will talk about life in Iran prior to and during the revolution of 1979. We are connecting ancient and modern history through talk, food, and advocacy.
Celebrate Shabbat with Hadassah
Desert-Mountain
Southern Nevada
Mar 28, 2025
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Mar 28, 2025
Please join Southern Nevada for our Hadassah Shabbat service at a local Reform synagogue. We would love to see as many of our members at the service as possible to show support for your Hadassah sisters.
Morning Mimosas and Chamsas
Desert-Mountain
Valley Of The Sun
Mar 30, 2025
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Mar 30, 2025
Join Evolve in Phoenix for this special event, featuring a creative and relaxing Chamsa project where we will make beautiful, personalized Chamsas—perfect for gifting or keeping as a reminder of the blessings in our lives.
Who's Foolin' for Some Mah Jongg?
Desert-Mountain
Boulder Chapter
Apr 1, 2025
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Apr 1, 2025
Join Boulder Hadassah on April Fool's Day for some crazy Maj. After you have registered, you will be sent an email with instructions for sharing some crazy hands for us to include on our April Fool’s Mah Jongg Card.
April Lunch N Learn
Desert-Mountain
Greater Denver
Apr 2, 2025
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Apr 2, 2025
After our board meeting, participants are invited to bring their own lunch and attend a presentation by Colorado Public Radio Personality, Ryan Warner who will share with us his insights about What it Means to be a Good Listener and Conversationalist
Bookclub Speaker- Author and NY Post Reporter, Reuven Fenton
Desert-Mountain
Boulder Chapter
Apr 6, 2025
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Apr 6, 2025
Reuven Fenton will discuss his novel, Goyhood. He has been covering breaking news for the New York Post since 2007, and has earned national recognition for his exclusive reporting on myriad national stories.
Bringing Radical Cancer Awareness to our Jewish Community
Desert-Mountain
Boulder Chapter
Apr 27, 2025
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Apr 27, 2025
We are pleased to have Dr. Christine Walsh who is a chair in Ovarian Cancer for the division of CU School of Medicine share information about how you can reduce your cancer risk.
Movie Club Discussion: A Real Pain
Desert-Mountain
Boulder Chapter
May 1, 2025
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May 1, 2025
Boulder Hadassah Movie Club invites you to join us for a lively discussion about the heartwarming and award winning film "A Real Pain.” Stream this event on your own, and then join us for our discussion group.
Jeanne Abrams Presents: Jewish Women Pioneering the Frontier Trail 2025
Desert-Mountain
Greater Denver
May 13, 2025
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May 13, 2025
Luncheon followed by Jeanne Abrams, who will talk about "Jewish Women Pioneering the Frontier Trail". Her focus is the history of American Jewish women in the West. She will have books for sale. The luncheon is prepared in a Kosher dairy kitchen.
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