Members of Women’s Philanthropy of United Jewish Federation of Tidewater convened for its sixth meeting of the year – this time at the Chrysler Museum of Art. Blending community leadership with cultural enrichment, it was an afternoon marked by inspiration and connection.
Following the meeting, attendees were treated to a private tour of Architects of Being: Louise Nevelson and Esphyr Slobodkina, led by Harry Graber, museum docent and former UJFT CEO.
Alicia London Friedman, Women’s Philanthropy chair, opened the program by welcoming the organization’s newest members: Rebecca Auerbach, Amy Gladstein, Ellen Rosenblum, Nicole Kushner, Allison Cooper, Laura Goldstein, Laura Wingett, and Nikki Shapiro Roth. “Mazel tov to all—we are so excited to have you with us,” she said.
Friedman shared a Campaign update highlighting the strength of the community’s giving. “As of today,” she said, “The UJFT Campaign has reached $5.1 million from nearly 1,000 donors, with the Women’s Division contributing $1.5 million from 414 donors.”
“We could not do this without you,” she said. Thanking everyone for their dedication and generosity, Friedman emphasized the collective impact of the Women’s leadership, noting that this year has been meaningful and successful. “Women’s Philanthropy is strong and inspiring because of each of you—your leadership, generosity, and commitment.”
The private tour engaged participants with the work of Nevelson and Slobodkina – two Jewish women artists – which deepened a shared sense of pride and community.
