Celebrating our volunteers this spring at JFCS
By Dana Shapiro • Community and Volunteer Engagement Manager
Spring is in the air – and so is our gratitude!
As the days grow warmer and everything begins to bloom, we’re reminded that spring is a season of renewal – and a perfect time to say thank you. During Global Volunteer Month and National Volunteer Week, we celebrate the heart and impact of our volunteers.
Whether you’ve just returned from winter away (welcome back to our snowbirds!) or have been involved all year, your generosity continues to inspire us. Thank you for being part of the JFCS community! We couldn’t do our work without your support!
Sign up to save lives at our Spring Blood Drive: April 21–27
Join JFCS and Memorial Blood Centers for a life-saving opportunity! With multiple locations and appointment times around the Twin Cities, donating has never been easier. Through a current promo, all blood donors will receive a voucher for a FREE Crisp & Green salad or grain bowl at participating donor centers!
CLICK HERE for details and to sign up for an appointment
National Volunteer Week: April 20–26
This year’s National Volunteer Week theme is Celebrate Service, and here at JFCS, we truly have so much to celebrate. We are lucky to have such wonderful volunteers of all ages who support many JFCS programs through both short-term and long-term opportunities. We know your time and energy are valuable, and we never take for granted that you choose to share your talents and compassion with us. I truly believe JFCS has the best volunteers! In 2024, 915 JFCS volunteers supported our programs – we are so grateful for your dedication!
CLICK HERE to view the 2024 Volunteer List
You’re invited: Volunteer Appreciation Ice Cream Social
We’re celebrating YOU with a sweet treat! Stop by Sebastian Joe’s (Linden Hills) on Monday, May 20, between 6:30-8:30 p.m. for an evening of community, connection, and free ice cream (what could be better?!). Feel free to bring your family along!
CLICK HERE for RSVP and Event Info
Volunteer Handbook Update
Take a moment to review the updated JFCS Volunteer Handbook – a helpful reference for everything you need to know as a JFCS volunteer.
CLICK HERE to view the Handbook
2025 Volunteer Survey – Share your feedback + win a gift card!
Help us make your volunteer experience even better! Please complete the 2025 Volunteer Survey – it only takes a few minutes, and your insights truly matter. Complete the survey for a chance to win a gift card! We will be drawing for the winner at the May 20 ice cream social.
CLICK HERE to take the survey now
You’re Invited: JFCS 115th Annual Meeting
Join us for the JFCS 115th Annual Meeting on Tuesday, June 10, as we reflect on our impact, celebrate our community, and look ahead to the future.
- Honoring the contributions of dedicated volunteers Sandy Baron, Paula Fields, and Eva Neubeck
- Board Elections will be held, welcoming those elected for a first three-year term
- Remarks from outgoing Board President Natalie Zamansky and incoming President Howard Hoffman
- Recognition of Board Members completing eight years of service
- Celebrating staff milestone anniversaries
- Lunch will be served
CLICK HERE for RSVP and event info
Stay Connected
My colleagues and I are here to help support you in your volunteer engagement at JFCS, so don’t hesitate to reach out at any point if there’s anything we can do to help!
CLICK HERE to read the January 2025 Volunteer Quarterly Newsletter
CLICK HERE to subscribe to the Volunteer Newsletter
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For more information on JFCS Volunteer Services, click here or contact Dana Shapiro, Community and Volunteer Engagement Manager, at dshapiro@jfcsmpls.org.