There is no better time to come together for an unforgettable evening with Lions of Judah, who lead with purpose, inspire with passion and change the world through their collective impact.
Honoring
Margie Honickman
with the Kipnis-Wilson/Friedland Award
Featuring
Judy Gold
Jewish Comedian and Emmy Award Winner
RSVP by Thursday, May 15
You are encouraged to forward this invitation to the special women in your life
LION OF JUDAH EVENT DETAILS
Date & Time:
Tuesday, May 20
5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Location:
The Switch House at The Battery
1325 Beach Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125
Couvert:
35+: $125 per person | Under 35: $75 per person
This represents the value of the event and is not tax-deductible
Event Details:
- A vegetarian/dairy dinner reception will be served. Glatt kosher meals are available with advance request. Please contact Event Specialist Joey Cahn at jcahn@jewishphilly.org or call 215.832.0533.
- For security purposes, advance registration is required by Thursday, May 15.
- Complimentary valet parking will be available.
- We encourage you to make your gift to the 2025 Annual Campaign prior to the event. However, if you feel inspired to make or increase your gift onsite, there will be an opportunity to do so.
- By attending this event, you agree to the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia’s Terms and Conditions.
- For event questions, contact Event Specialist Joey Cahn at jcahn@jewishphilly.org or 215.832.0533.
- For more information about Women’s Philanthropy, contact Director Lannie Hulnick at lhulnick@jewishphilly.org or 215.832.0502.
The Kipnis-Wilson/Friedland Award (KWF)
Honoring Margie Honickman
The Kipnis-Wilson/Friedland Award is presented to a woman in our Jewish community who has made a significant impact through her philanthropy, volunteerism and leadership.
Margie will join these previous honorees: Mary Relles, Lyn Neff, Phyllis Finkelstein, Connie Smukler, Ann Spain z’l, Lana Dishler, Beth Reisbord, Cis Golder z’l and Annabell Fishman.
FEATURING JUDY GOLD
Jewish Comedian and Emmy Award Winner
Judy Gold is a stand-up comedian, actor and writer, with comedy specials on HBO, Comedy Central and LOGO. She was a part of Netflix’s “Stand Out: An LGBTQ+ Celebration” and authored “Yes I Can Say That: When They Come For The Comedians, We Are All In Trouble,” a book about free speech and cancel culture. Her solo show, “Yes I Can Say That!” directed by BD Wong, premiered in 2023.
Gold has won two Emmy awards for writing and producing The Rosie O’Donnell Show. She has made numerous appearances on The View, The Today Show, The Drew Barrymore Show, and on MSNBC, CNN, and NewsNation as a free-speech advocate.
EVENT CO-CHAIRS
Gail Norry and Tracey Specter
WOMEN’S PHILANTHROPY LEADERSHIP
Co Chairs
Robbin Robbins & Jen Thomas
Immediate Past Chair
Tracy Gordon
Campaign Chair
Allison Goodman
EVENT HOST COMMITTEE
Ande Adelman
Marcy K Bacine
Lynne Balaban
Helaine Banner
Caren Barnet
Robyn Barrett
Andi Barsky
Bonnie Benson
Elyse Berger
Bryna Berman
Penni Blaskey
Peggy Carver
Dr. Susan Cutler
Lauren Danneman
Karen Schecter Dayno
Lisa Eatroff
Judith Eisner
Jill Feinberg
Phyllis Fischer
Raven Frankel
Susan Freedman
Lynne Garbose
Tracy Ginsburg
Lisa Goldenberg
Ellyn Golder Saft
Allison Goodman
Suzi Gross
Jill Hampton
Sarah Hittinger Taitelman
Cristy Hollin
Rebecca Kirshner
Sharon Klazmer
Karen Kramer
Jill Kurtzman
Susanna Lachs Adler
Sara W. Laver
Rachel Lester
Lori Levin
Michele Levin
Resa Levinson
Debra Magerman
Jodi Miller
Sara Minkoff
Julie Perilstein Mozes
Lyn Neff
Holly Nelson
Judy Newman
Judy Novick
Fran Orkin
Sandra Paul
Jayne Perilstein
Margie Perilstein Wargon
Lysa Puma
Susan Raynor
Beth Reisboard
Mary Rellez
Robin Robbins
Renée G. Sackey
Sherrie R. Savett
Julie Savitch
Miriam (Mimi) Schneirov
Susan Green Schwartz
Dr. Elyssa B. Smith
Sherrie Spiegel
Donna Sternberg
Jenifer Thomas
Janna S Weinerman
Danielle M. Weiss
Dr. Marcia Witlin-Basickes
Amy Wittenstein
Annie Yaros
Debra Zweben
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