Our Beginnings…
It was a small group of caring and sensitive women in 1906 who identified a need in the burgeoning Jewish community: many elderly men and women were living alone in poverty and in poor health. With courage and commitment, they established the Daughters of Israel Home for the Aged on Sterling Street in Newark, New Jersey. As the needs of the community increased, the women responded by enlarging the facility and, in 1929, moved the Home to High Street, Newark. As professionals began taking on more of the administrative tasks, the women who, in prior years had been engaged in the actual running of the Home, were now free to direct their efforts toward long-range projects.
In 1956, this relationship was solidified with the formation of the Women's League. Respecting Jewish family traditions, the Women’s League steadfastly works toward honoring its commitment to the elderly and disabled of our community. Our 1,000-member League is to the Home what the heart is to the body—a vital source of strength and life-support.
Respecting Jewish family traditions, the Women’s League steadfastly works toward honoring its commitment to the elderly and disabled of our community. Our 1,000-member League is to the Home what the heart is to the body—a vital source of strength and life-support. We strive to enrich the quality of life for our residents by: supporting the many outstanding projects of the Home through our fundraising efforts and providing volunteer services directly to the residents.
WOMEN’S LEAGUE PROJECTS
· Funding for kitchen in our West Orange facility
· Refurbishing and operating the Gift Shop
· Purchase of vehicles for transporting residents on outings
· Provide flowers on Jewish holidays as well as gifts for all of our residents on Chanukah, Mother’s Day & Father’s Day
· Offer educational programs concerning today’s aging population
· Offer Volunteer time in an area that interests you
YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
· Attend our Annual Women’s League Luncheon
· Purchase tributes, note cards and Jewish New Year Cards
· Support our Annual Raffle – always great prizes
· Patronize and/or volunteer in our Gift Shop
· Become a member of the Women’s League with annual dues of $50.00 or become a Life Member for $360.00.
Events...
Women's League Card Party
Bring your game....Bridge, Canasta or Mahjong, to the Women’s League Annual Card & Game Party. Held in the Spring at one of the area’s prestigious country clubs, all proceeds from the event go to support Daughters of Israel. You will enjoy a beautifully prepared luncheon buffet, have the opportunity to win our 50/50 and spend the afternoon among friends. Stayed tuned for details on the Women's League Card Party in Spring 2011!
Women’s League Luncheon
The Luncheon is the largest annual fundraiser for the Women’s League at Daughters of Israel. Hundreds gather to support Daughters by attending this fun and delectable luncheon which took place this year on Thursday, October 7, 2010 at Brooklake Country Club in Florham Park. Luncheon highlights included guest speaker Joan Hamburg, "NY Radio's First Lady" and a fabulous vendor boutique.
In the past, featured speakers have included Bethenny Frankel, Joan Rivers, Carmen Marc Valvo, Joy Behar and Liz Smith, among others. In addition to first-rate entertainment, the Luncheon also includes a boutique with a wide array of vendors.
For more information about the Luncheon, including sponsorship opportunities, please contact Eve Goldberg at egoldberg@doigc.org.
Tribute Cards and More...
a) Tribute Cards
Our beautiful high quality tribute cards are a wonderful way to honor or remember a loved one, send good wishes, show appreciation to someone for a kindness or celebrate a family simcha or milestone event.
Proceeds from the sale of Women’s League tributes are used to provide programs and services that enhance the quality of life of our residents.
Tribute cards are available in the following denominations:
Purchases can be shipped directly to your home or office for an additional charge of $4.00.
You may purchase tributes in one of two ways:
· Visit the Gift Shop at Daughters of Israel.
b) Note Cards
The goal of the League continues to be the enrichment of the quality of life for Daughters' residents. Women's League fundraising has greatly enhanced the environment of the Home.
The Women's League offers beautiful note cards featuring five different designs. These high quality cards feature photos of needlepoint wall hangings displayed in the Women's League office at Daughters of Israel. The proceeds from the sale of these cards will be used to enhance the quality of life for our residents.
Cards with envelopes are available in an assortment package of 12 for $18.00. Cards are also sold individually in our gift shop for $1.75 each.
These cards make wonderful gifts for the holidays, for teachers and neighbors and as hostess gifts. And of course, you want some for your personal use. Purchases can be shipped directly to your home or office for an additional charge of $4.00
You may purchase note cards in one of two ways:
· Visit the Gift Shop at Daughters of Israel.
· Place an order by contacting Eve Goldberg, Director of the Women’s League, at 973-400-3360 or egoldberg@doigc.org.
c) Jewish New Year Cards
Enhance the significance of the Jewish New Year by purchasing your holiday cards from Daughters of Israel and supporting the Home.
Cards are available in packs of 25 each, in the following denominations:
$25.00 for 25 Cards & Envelopes
$40.00 for 50 Cards & Envelopes
$65.00 for 75 Cards & Envelopes
$80.00 for 100 Cards & Envelopes
$3.00 Shipping for 1 pack
$5.00 Shipping for 3 - 5 packs
$7.00 Shipping for 6 - 10 packs
You may purchase Jewish New Year cards in one of two ways:
· Visit the Gift Shop at Daughters of Israel.
· Place an order by contacting Eve Goldberg, Director of the Women’s League, at 973-400-3360 or egoldberg@doigc.org.
Membership and Donations...
Support the Heart of the Home, Support the Women's League
You Can Make a Difference!
Please share in this meaningful partnership as we continue to serve the needs of the Jewish elderly and disabled in our community. Become a member of the Daughters of Israel Women’s League. Your annual dues of $50.00 will make you an active participant. Or consider becoming a Life Member for a one-time payment of $360.00.
You may become a member and/or make an additional donation to the Women’s League in one of two ways:
· Click here to print out a membership/donation form and mail back to:
Att: Eve Goldberg
Daughters of Israel
1155 Pleasant Valley Way
West Orange, NJ 07052
· Contact Eve Goldberg, Director of the Women’s League at 973-400-3360 or egoldberg@doigc.org
