The Yale Appliance Foundation Donates 250 Pairs of Shoes to the JFS Children’s Clothing Closet
Last week, with the generous financial assistance and volunteer effort of the Yale Appliance Foundation, JFS distributed over 100 new winter coats and pairs of shoes to children in need. The foundation donated an additional 150 pairs of shoes, which will be stored and...
Meet the New JFS Staff! — Dale, Fahim, and Sue
Dale Norman (she/her) Career Navigator, Jewish Vocational Services (JVS) With JFS since October 2021 From Johannesburg, South Africa Dale Norman joined Jewish Vocational Service in August of 2021 as a Career Navigator. She is working in a partnership initiative "Ready...
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JFS Staff Participates in CJP-Sponsored Experiential Art Therapy Workshop
On Monday, October 25, 2021, JFS staff participated in an experiential art therapy workshop facilitated by acclaimed artist and art therapist, Sara Roizen. The workshops are part of an innovative pilot sponsored by Combined Jewish Philanthropies (CJP) to support the...
Conversations on Antisemitism: Online Event (10/28)
Antisemitic rhetoric and violence have escalated in the US and show no signs of slowing down. In response, Congregation Or Atid is bringing to our community a series of speakers and conversations to gain a greater understanding of this complicated hatred and develop...
ICYMI – JFS and Community Partners, Including Members of the Nipmuc Nation, Join Together to Recognize Indigenous Peoples Day
On Monday, October 11, over 100 people, including members of the Nipmuc Nation, gathered to recognize Indigenous Peoples Day, stand up to hate, and spread love. The ceremony was supported by and a collaboration of the Greater Framingham Community Church, JFS of...