Portland Chapter of Hadassah
Telephone: (503) 244-6389
Facsimile: (503) 244-1689
E-mail: info@portlandhadassah.org
Web: www.portlandhadassah.org
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About Hadassah
HADASSAH, the Women's Zionist Organization of America, was founded in 1912 by Henrietta Szold. Since its inception, Hadassah has remained unwavering in its devotion to Judaism, Zionism, and American ideals.
As
the largest volunteer organization and the largest women's organization
in America, Hadassah is committed to strengthening the unity of the
Jewish people. In Israel, we accomplish this through progressive
healthcare, education, youth institutions, volunteerism, and land
reclamation. In the U.S. we reach our goals through Jewish and Zionist
education programs, Zionist Youth programs, and health awareness
programs, as well as by advocating for issues of importance to women
and to the American Jewish community.
Hadassah Mission Statement
Hadassah, the Women's Zionist Organization of America, is a volunteer women's organization, whose members are motivated and inspired to strengthen their partnership with Israel, ensure Jewish continuity, and realize their potential as a dynamic force in American society.Founded in 1912, Hadassah retains the passion and timeless values of its founder Henrietta Szold, Jewish scholar and activist, dedicated to Judaism, Zionism and the American ideal.
Committed to the centrality of Israel based on the renaissance of the Jewish people in its historic homeland, Hadassah promotes the unity of the Jewish people. In Israel, Hadassah initiates and supports pacesetting health care, education and youth institutions, and land developments to meet the country's changing needs.
In the United States, Hadassah enhances the quality of American and Jewish life through its education and Zionist youth programs, promotes health awareness, and provides personal enrichment and growth for its members.
