Welcome to Central States Region of Hadassah 

Hadassah, the Women's Zionist Organization of America, is a volunteer women's organization, whose members are motivated and inspired to strengthen their partnership with Israel, ensure Jewish continuity, and realize their potential as a dynamic force in American society.  The Central States Region has over 10,000 members, associates and supporters in Ohio, Michigan, Kentucky and West Virginia.  The Region assists chapters with fundraising, education, membership, programming and leadership needs by supplying training, motivation and networking.  Read our latest Bulletin for news and upcoming events!

Young Judaea Special Offer
In honor of Young Judaea’s 100th anniversary and in celebration of a special relationship, Hadassah welcomes alumni and current participants of any Young Judaea program to become a Hadassah Life Member* or Hadassah Associate* for the very special price of $200, $100 going directly towards YJ scholarships, $100 to Hadassah for a lifetime connection. (Life Membership fee is regularly $360, Associate Enrollment fee regularly $300.) This offer extends from June 1, 2009 through May 31, 2010 to coincide with YJ’s 100th Anniversary and includes the award-winning Hadassah Magazine.  Download form here.

Centenniel Key Pendant
Support Hadassah's 100th anniversary with a $100 donation and receive a beautiful crystal and sterling silver key pendant.  More...

Machaney Tzofim Summer Camp
Machaneh Tzofim is a unique two-week program for teens that combines the best of American Jewish summer camp with Israeli Tzofim (Scout) camp.  More...

Raffle Supports Young Judaea
Purchase your ticket today for the 2nd annual YJ alumni scholarships fundraiser, and be entered into a raffle for a free, round-trip ticket to Israel generously donated by Ayelet Tours, Ltd.  More...

April 2010 Issue of Hadassah International eBulletin
Download the April Issue eBulletin in PDF format.

Hadassah Hospital:  A Point of Light
Read a touching article (PDF format) by Ayelet Kahane of Yeshiva University about how co-existence already exists at Hadassah Hospital.  More...

Personalized Road Tiles Benefit Hadassah
Hadassah is proud to offer our donors the opportunity to mark any special event with bright, colorful tiles inscribed with a loved one’s name or with your name! These beautiful 100% tax deductible wall tiles prominently line the hallways of Hadassah Medical Center, Ein Kerem and Mount Scopus, and Hadassah College Jerusalem. For more information, download the PDF flyer.

Young Women of Hadassah Mission to Israel
There will be a Young Women's Mission to Israel next November 7-14 called FACE2FACE ISRAEL 2010. This will not be a typical mission. This trip will include a hands on community service project. In addition, there will be a special focus on the Tower Campaign. Mission is open to all Young Women and ALL past Mission participants, AND the age limit is not strict. Download the flier for more details. 

Region Board Members attend National Board Meeting
Several Central States Region Board members traveled to Brooklyn, NY, in January 2010 to attend the Mid-Winter National Board Meeting.  See photo here.

Attention Chapter Presidents!
We have a new page under "Message from the President" that contains important information for Chapter Presidents.  Please check this page frequently for updates.

Hadassah Resource Fulfillment Center
If you want to order Hadassah items (Hadassah cards, brochures, membership or fundraising materials, etc.) on the Hadassah Intranet, contact the Hadassah Fulfillment Center.  For more information, click the Resource Fulfillment link under "About Hadassah" on the left or click here.

Visit The Merkaz
If you are planning a trip to Jerusalem, be sure to visit the Merkaz, a community center founded by Hadassah and Young Judaea as a support system for English-speaking olim and tourists. More...

Sarah Wetsman Davidson Tower Campaign
Click on this link for important information and forms pertaining to the Sarah Wetsman Davidson Tower Campaign.  See photos of the construction here!

Subscribe to Barbara Sofer's Jerusalem Netlettter
Would you like to be receiving Barbara Sofer’s Jerusalem Netletter?  To subscribe, send a blank message to Netletter-on@mail-list.com.

New Hadassah Young Women's Website
The new Young Women's Website just went online at http://youngwomen.hadassah.org. This is just the beginning- let us know what you think, and what suggestions you have for the future as we expand the site.

614:The HBI eZine
Bat Mitzvah stories from around the world.  Visit the website or download the pdf file.

Need a Website?
Is your Central States Chapter still without a website of your own?  Send your events and dates that are of interest to the Region to gmbassin@hotmail.com, and they will be posed on our Events page. Or Gayna will be happy to help you set up your own website. Congratulations to Lansing Chapter for recently launching our region's newest website!  You can visit it by clicking on Lansing.Hadassah.org.  

Photo Gallery
Check out our Photo Gallery with new pictures from the Central States Region Fall Conference. Click this link to see a slideshow of the The Akron Chapter of Hadassah Donor Event.  If you would like to share a few photos from your recent Chapter event, send them to Gayna (gmbassin@hotmail.com), and she will post them on our Photo Gallery. 

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