Women Friends of Baycrest
Dynamic…enthusiastic…making a difference!
Women Friends of Baycrest. We are a motivated group of supporters who believe in community and a cause.
Together, over the past ten years, we have raised hundreds of thousands of dollars to help Baycrest lead the way in care and research on memory and brain health. We also create special memories by organizing events that engage and enlighten.
We invite you to join our dynamic community in support of Baycrest.
Tobie and Gilda
Tobie Bekhor & Gilda Goodman Helman
Women Friends of Baycrest Co-Chairs
Originally founded in 1918 by the Jewish community of Toronto, Baycrest has an inspiring history of exceptional community service and a ceaseless devotion to serving those in need.
Baycrest is proud to maintain its core Jewish values. Cultural and spiritual life flourishes through Jewish traditions, holiday celebrations and intergenerational initiatives that connect seniors with younger generations.
From meaningful daily rituals to extraordinary events, such as visits from international delegations, Holocaust survivor storytelling, or soldiers sharing life journeys, our programming enriches not only the body, but the mind and spirit.
This vibrancy is key to sustaining purpose, joy and resilience in later life.
Join us in 2026 as we support Spiritual Care at Baycrest.
A minimum $360 gift gives you entry to the 2026 Women Friends of Baycrest Launch event and entire series of events. To make a gift and join, please CLICK HERE. All new gifts from the Women Friends of Baycrest this year will be designated to support Spiritual Care at Baycrest.
All donors will be recognized and acknowledged. To find out how you can get involved with Women Friends of Baycrest, please contact:
Ian Leventhal, Leadership Gifts Director
416-785-2500, ext. 3896
[email protected]
Thank you to our 2025 Guardian and Women of Distinction
GUARDIAN
Sharon Herman
WOMAN OF DISTINCTION
Harriet Bain
Tobie Bekhor
Marlene Borins
Gloria Cole
Joanne Foster
Gilda Goodman Helman
Anita Greenberg
Shirley Hanick
Judith Megow-Rose
Cookie Sandler
Sasha Weisz
Pedie Wolfond
Women Friends of Baycrest Founding Members
Pamela Austin
Tobie Bekhor
Florence Cooperz”l
Eleanor Doverz”l
Budgie Frieberg
Joy Gales
Gilda Goodman Helman
Debbie Kimel
Henrietta Kostmanz”l
Judith Megow-Rose
Margaret Nightingale
Lesley Offman
Cindy Orfus
Joyce Posluns
Cookie Sandler
Fran Sonshine
Tauba Spiro
Jeannie Tanenbaumz”l
Lillian Vine Glowinsky
Gabi Weisfeldz”l
In Honour of Bella Goldsteinz”l
Events
To register for all events, please contact Hayley at [email protected].
Thursday, April 16 – 11:00 A.M.
OUR HERITAGE IN FOCUS
Discover two dynamic art experiences: David Matlow will introduce his collection “Putting Your Stamp on History” by Israeli artist Michelle Shalmiev, and Gina Godfrey will give an insightful talk about the Judaic Heritage Project Exhibition.
Wednesday, May 6 – 6:30 P.M.
TITANS OF THE 20th CENTURY
Art Exhibit featuring works by Oscar Cahén, Sorel Etrog, & Gershon Iskowitz. Film and Discussion.
Tuesday, June 9, 11:00 A.M – VIRTUAL EVENT
THE SOUL OF A NATION
Tour the National Library of Israel with Raquel Ukeles, Head of Collections.
Tuesday, September 8 – 6:30 P.M.
CELEBRATING JEWISH VOICES
Opening Exhibit of ‘Beyond the Object” at The Morris & Sally Justein Heritage Museum, Tour & Concert.
Tuesday, October 20 – 11:00 A.M. – VIRTUAL EVENT
GIVE SMARTER
Lower Taxes, Protect Your Loved Ones & Leave a Lasting Legacy, a conversation with Ali Spinner and Leah Daniels.
