HARTFORD—Jennifer Tolman Schwartzman has been appointed Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Dignity Grows Inc., it was announced recently by Jessica Zachs, the organization’s founder and CEO.

Schwartzman has been instrumental in the launch and rapid growth of Dignity Grows Inc., an organization designed to empower women by providing menstrual and hygiene products to those in need. 

Schwartzman brings to Dignity Grows more than 20 years experience in the nonprofit world, most recently as director of Community Connections at the Jewish Federation of Greater Hartford. She has held positions as educator, program developer, curriculum designer and camp director, in both Hartford, and Atlanta, Georgia. 

“[Jennifer’s] commitment to community service is apparent in both her professional and personal experiences,” said Zachs in an email announcing Schwartzman’s appointment. “Jennifer brings her creative style, warmth and rich experience to Dignity Grows. Jennifer is always up for a challenge!”

For more information on Dignity Grows, contact Jessica Zachs at jessica@dignitygrows.org, or Jennifer Tolman Schwartzman at jennifer@dignitygrows.org.