Nov 20, 2024

Lion of Judah Event Focuses on the Importance of Community

“We are stronger because we stand together,” said Dr. Rebecca Karsenti in her welcoming remarks as the Event Chair of this week’s Women’s Philanthropy (WP) Lion of Judah luncheon. This message resonated deeply when WP Campaign Chair Amanda Adler courageously shared how the tragic accidental death of her daughter upended her family’s life. She suddenly understood “that community is not something we invest in for someone else; it is for all of us, and you never know when you will need it. That is what Federation does every day.” Featured speaker Dara Horn, author of People Love Dead Jews, passionately implored the audience to use their voices to speak out against the rise in antisemitism. Watch her keynote here. WP President Elise Udelson presented the national biennial Kipnis Wilson/Friedland Award to Federation Chair of the Board Lily Serviansky in recognition of her leadership and dedication to helping the Jewish people. Indie pop band Distant Cousins and violinist Ada Pasternak performed a variety of musical selections. Close to $2.5 million was raised for the Annual Federation Campaign and 40 new Lions (women who commit a minimum of $5,000 yearly) were welcomed to the sisterhood.