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Join us for an afternoon with Rachel Goldberg-Polin and Jon Polin, American Israeli hostage advocates, who will share the unbreakable strength of community in the face of unimaginable loss.
RSVP by Sunday, April 26
Advanced registration is required
Date & Time:
Thursday, May 7
11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Location:
Har Zion Temple
1500 Hagys Ford Rd, Penn Valley, PA 19072
Couvert:
$125 per person
Under 35: $75 per person
This represents the value of the event and is not tax-deductible
Additional Information:
- Kosher catering provided by Leslie Rosen Catering under the supervision of Vaad Hakashrut of Philadelphia. Contact events@jewishphilly.org or 215.832.0533 for questions.
- In celebration of the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia’s 125th anniversary, Women’s Philanthropy is proud to announce the Lion’s Leap Campaign. As a proud Lion of Judah, you have the opportunity to demonstrate our collective power as women and the impact we can make when we come together. Learn more and take the leap today!
- We encourage you to make your gift to the 2026 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.
- For security purposes, advance registration is required by Sunday, April 26.
- Government IDs are subject to verification and bags are subject to search.
- By attending this event, you agree to the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia’s Terms and Conditions.
ABOUT OUR SPEAKERS
Rachel Goldberg-Polin and Jon Polin

Parents of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, who was abducted on October 7, 2023 and later murdered by Hamas, Rachel Goldberg-Polin and Jon Polin have become tireless global advocates for the freedom of all hostages kidnapped by Hamas. The couple, who are dual American Israeli citizens, have spoken worldwide about their son’s abduction. Even in profound loss, they continue to lead with hope, resolve and purpose.
EVENT CO-CHAIRS
Jackie Kaiser
Angelica Roiz Shenkar
Sherrie Savett
WOMEN’S PHILANTHROPY LEADERSHIP
Robin Robbins, Co-Chair
Jen Thomas, Co-Chair
Allison Goodman, Chair Elect
Rachel Steinberg, Chair Elect
Lisa Goldenberg, Campaign Chair
Suzi Gross, Campaign Chair
Tracy Gordon, Immediate Past Chair
Tami Astorino
Andi Barsky
Emily Berman
Ali Garber
Ellyn Golder Saft
Jennifer Jacobs
Jodi Miller
Judy Novick
Fran Orkin
Tamar Silberberg Shiffman
Amy Stein
Sarah Taitelman
Sarah Vogel
Margie Wargon
Cindy Warkow
Shelby Zitelman
EVENT HOST COMMITTEE
Ande Adelman
Tami Astorino
Marcy K Bacine
Helaine Banner
Caren Barnet
Robyn Barrett
Andi Barsky
Ali Bauer Crouch
Rachel Baum
Elyse Berger
Lisa Berkowitz
Bryna Berman
Emily Berman
Sharyn Berman
Barbara E. Black
Nancy Black
Sally Cooper Bleznak
Sheree Bloch
Sivy Blume
Iris Davis Brownstein
Peggy Carver
Amy N Cohen
Diana Cohen
Ruthi Cohen
Dr. Susan Cutler
Lauren Danneman
Ilana Dean
Lana Dishler
Sally K Eisenberg
Caren Fires
Mindy Fortin
Susan R. Freedman
Beth Frezel
Abbie Friedman
Ali Garber
Tracy Ginsburg
Paula Glazer
Ellen Goldberg
Lisa Goldenberg
Ellyn Golder Saft
Jennifer Goodbinder
Allison Goodman
Tracy Gordon
Suzi Gross
Kathy Gubernick
Jill Hampton
Jennifer Hoffman
Cristy Hollin
Margie Honickman
Joy Wilf Keiser
Rebecca Kirshner
Sharon Klazmer
Jill Kleeman
Karen Kramer
Susanna Lachs Adler
Cari Lasdon
Sara W. Laver
Lori Levin
Michele Levin
Sharon P. Levin
Debra Magerman
Jodi Miller
Meredith Moss
Lyn Neff
Holly Nelson
Judy Newman
Gail Norry
Judy Novick
Fran Orkin
Jayne Perilstein
Julie Perilstein Mozes
Amanda Prine
Naomi Prusky
Beth Reisboard
Mary Relles
Robin Robbins
Joyce Rosenberg
Arlene (Taffy) Rubin
Renée G. Sackey
Julie Savitch
Susan Schwartz
Mimi Schneirov
Tamar Silberberg Shiffman
Liz Shaid
Marcy Shoemaker
Dr. Elyssa Smith
Sherrie Spiegel
Amy Stein
Rachel L. Steinberg
Donna Sternberg
Sarah Taitelman
Jen Thomas
Sharon Tobin Kestenbaum
Sarah Vogel
Margie Perilstein Wargon
Janna S Weinerman
Danielle M. Weiss
Tracy Winig
Shira Yoshor
Jackie Zivitz
Caroline Beck Zuritsky
Debra Zweben

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