Together at the table: Building community through Passover

As the month of Nisan begins and begin to look toward Passover, we are reminded that Jewish tradition calls on us not only to remember our history, but to experience it together. The seder is not meant to be obse[...]

Volunteer Spotlight March 2025: Carol Shapiro

Can you tell us about yourself and your background? My name is Carol Shapiro, and I like to call myself a professional volunteer. I’ve spent most of my adult life volunteering for many different organization[...]

After 25 years of helping people, Barbara says goodbye

By Barbara Rudnick • JFCS Family Life Education Program Manager   I will be retiring at the end of June. Having worked at JFCS for the last 25 years, I want to share with you some things I know for su[...]

Introducing Community Services Director Amy Weiss

With its Community Services programs, JFCS looks for opportunities that help build and sustain well-being and meaningful connections, creating a stronger community. Through partnerships with PRISM Food Shelf and i[...]