Our Mission Statement:
Women’s Philanthropy supports the Federation mission by building financial, emotional, and intellectual commitment to Federation by women.
Inspired by tradition, tzedakah and Tikkun Olam, we strive to build our community. We accomplish our mission through campaign, financial resource development, education, and leadership development
By perpetuating the ideals and values of Jewish heritage and tradition, Women's Philanthropy encourages women to become more deeply involved with and committed to the Jewish community. Learn more about our programs.
Lion of Judah Endowment
The strength and vitality of women's giving continues through the Lion of Judah Endowment fund. Learn more.
Upcoming Events
April 7th
Lunch n’ Learn with Sylvia Kaplan, wife of Ambassador to Morocco, Sam Kaplan
Learn about the Jewish community in Morocco and their experiences living there halfway through year 1 of a 3 year appointment. Co-sponsored with NCJW Minneapolis Section. 12:00 at Federation Office, 1st floor Conference Room. Bring your own Dairy Lunch.
May 16th
Afternoon Tea at Oak Ridge with Jacqueline Dembar Greene, Author of the American Girl Doll Rebecca Rubin Book Series
Multigenerational event for women and girls. Co-Chaired by Debbie Goldenberg and Lauren Weiser. $10 per person. 2-4 p.m. beverages and desserts. Dietary Laws Observed.
For more information please contact Dana Rubin at 952-417-2344.
Contact Dana Rubin for information on the Women's Philanthropy program and upcoming events, 952-417-2344 or drubin@mplsfed.org.
Cindy Shapiro
Women’s Philanthropy Campaign Chair
Doreen Frankel
Women’s Philanthropy President
Gail Machov
Women’s Philanthropy Endowment Chair
Fran Bayer
Women’s Programming Chair
Amy Baratz
Immediate Past Women’s President
Cindi Tarshis Appelman
Young Leadership Chair
Lori Fritz
National WP Board
Linda Ketover
National WP Board
Susan Krantz Lazar
National WP Board
Kris MacDonald
National WP Advisory Board
Judy Harris
National WP Advisory Board
Freem Wolfson
National WP Advisory Board