YOUTH RENEWAL FUND GALA
HONORING KAREN W. DAVIDSON
JUNE 9, 2025, 6-9PM
CO-CHAIRS: Amy & Elliot Holtz, Marc Rowan, Carolyn Rowan, Madeleine & Paul Schnell
Location: PEAK Hudson Yards
30 Hudson Yards 101st floor, New York, NY 10001
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Honoring Karen W. Davidson
OUR HONOREE
Karen W. Davidson is a community leader and philanthropist working in metropolitan Detroit and the State of Israel. She is a member of the Board of Directors of the William Davidson Foundation, a private family foundation established by her late husband William “Bill” Davidson to advance for future generations the economic, cultural and civic vitality of Southeastern Michigan, the State of Israel, and the Jewish community. Mrs. Davidson also serves as the chair of the Foundation’s Executive Committee.
In addition to her work at the Foundation, Mrs. Davidson serves as a board member of several renowned philanthropic organizations including the William Davidson Institute at the University of Michigan, the Weizmann Institute of Science, Start-up Nation Central, and Momentum Unlimited. She is also a member of the University of Michigan’s President’s Advisory Group and is a supporter of both the Sarah Wetsman Davidson Tower at Hadassah Hospital and the Israel Antiquities Authority.
As a dedicated philanthropist and long-time supporter of the State of Israel, Mrs. Davidson is deeply committed to ensuring Israel’s security, prosperity, and vibrancy as a Jewish homeland for future generations. Since October 7th, Mrs. Davidson has contributed to several prominent organizations and initiatives that are making positive, lasting, impact on Israeli society, including the UJF Day After Fund, the IDF’s Oketz K9 Unit Foundation, the Israeli Guide Dog Center, and Mosaic United. Recognizing the importance of education in building a strong future, Mrs. Davidson also invests in Youth Renewal Fund and the Darca Schools Network, which provides an innovative education throughout some of Israel’s most underserved communities.
Mrs. Davidson is a graduate of the University of Michigan and has an honorary degree from the William Davidson Graduate School of Jewish Education at the Jewish Theological Seminary. Mrs. Davidson is the widow of William ‘Bill’ Davidson, former President and CEO of Guardian Industries and former owner of the Detroit Pistons. Mrs. Davidson has three children and two stepchildren and is a proud grandmother of ten grandchildren.
