Kappa Guild, Inc. is a charity founded in 1955 that raises funds to support children's health and welfare, providing medical equipment and resources to pediatric hospitals and programs across Maryland.
Rifkin, serving as the first president, played a role in establishing the guild's mission and led its early fundraising efforts, which included events in the community to collect funds for toys and other pediatric resources.
[4] By the late 1970s, Kappa Guild had over 70 active members and was holding annual fundraisers like luncheons, fashion shows, and "nearly new" sales, with all proceeds going to their charitable work for children.
[6] Entering the 2000s, Kappa Guild continued its support of pediatric healthcare and educational institutions in Maryland, broadening its partnerships and funding projects at facilities such as the Mt.
[2][3] Mentz adapted the guild's operations to accommodate health and safety restrictions by organizing virtual meetings and continuing fundraising efforts online.
[2][3] Under her leadership, Kappa Guild raised over $10,000 during this period, which was used to purchase specialized medical equipment, such as baby scales and therapeutic swings, for children's hospitals and programs.