Heritage Society

One Woman Makes a Difference

It is our place to ensure the well-being of the people and the ideas that we cherish. Through us, and by us, is the flame lit anew. We care for the present with fervor and with compassion. But we are not finished. For who shall carry on our work? Who will have the capacity and the will to do what we have done? If we have not planted for our children, can we rest?

The Challenge Today

The continuing challenge for NCJW, Pittsburgh Section, is to survey community needs and develop projects to meet those needs, using NCJW resources, volunteers and collaborative and funding partners. There are opportunities for service that are not addressed because of limited resources. The availability of permanent funds will ensure NCJW's ability to carry out its mission locally, now and in the future.

From Generation to Generation

Generations of women have volunteered their time and financial resources to ensure the health and financial viability of the Pittsburgh Section. We read in the Talmud, "As my fathers planted for me, so I plant for my children." It is our turn to plant for our children and future generations. As we sow, so shall we reap.

Membership

Membership in the NCJW Heritage Society provides an opportunity to "plant" for the future. The donor may establish a permanent endowment in his or her name, as a memorial, or in recognition of another individual. Individuals may become members by designating a bequest or an estate gift, or by making a current contribution of cash, stock or other eligible asset. In the case of a bequest or estate gift, membership is conferred when the planned gift is promised. In the case of current contributions, a total pledge may be payable over five years and membership will be conferred when the pledge is made.

Membership Levels:

Blue Ribbon: $5,000
Bronze: $10,000
Silver: $25,000
Gold: $50,000
Diamond: $100,000+

The NCJW Heritage Society provides a means to build an endowment to ensure the future of NCJW, Pittsburgh Section. We are planting the seeds for the harvest of the future. Members of the NCJW Heritage Society will be recognized annually. Your support of NCJW is a bridge to the future. Please consider how your generosity can become the foundation of personal commitment to women, children and families.

Founding Members:
Anonymous
Kathy W. Arnheim
Marjorie Balter*
Lois K. Blaufeld
Charlotte G. Bluestone
Jane B. Broff
Gertrude Caplan
Sandra E. Chernew
Gene B. Dickman
Karen K. Egorin
Elizabeth A. Finegold
Marcella Finegold
Ruth O. Frank
Ruth Garfinkel
Patty Hourvitz
Lynne S. Jacobson
Natalie Kaplan
Judi Kasdan
Theresa Cohen Lackenbach*
Eileen L. Lane
Lynette R. Lederman
Ruth W. Lieber
Anne Liefer*
Bernice Meyers
Gail Kronheim Neustadt
Rachel Porter*
Joan Reich
Mildred Rosenberg
Ilene Ross
Twyla S. Sable
Barbara Siegel
Ellen B. Siegel
Lynne Siegel
Mona Strassburger
Joan Weinbaum
Carol S. Williams

*deceased

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