Ed Shapiro: Philanthropy with a Local and Global Perspective
On October 19th, Edward Shapiro of the Shapiro Foundation presented on the topic, “My Journey in Philanthropy.” Click here to watch the virtual presentation! In 2016, Ed and and his wife, Barbara, led a successful community-wide effort--including local, regional and...
“SPARE” No Fun: JFS Joins Hastings House Residents for Weekly Virtual Bowling Match
Yesterday, JFS of Metrowest's Healthy Aging Initiative and NORC Program joined the Hastings House residents for their weekly Wii Bowling match. Residents met in the Hastings House's community room, greeting each other with smiles, snacks, and playful bowling-related...
Meet the New Interns at JFS — Jared, Evan, Maggie, Mary, Jennifer, Lindsey, Marleigh, and Vanessa
Jared Cherney JFS Intern With JFS since September 2021 From Holliston MA, Speaks English "I deeply value community work that actively engages with areas of need in multiple ways and mediums. I think the variety of programs offered by JFS touch on some of the most...
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...
Rashi Students Collect Over 250 Pairs of Underwear and Socks for JFS Children’s Clothing Closet
This month, Rashi School teens collected over 250 pairs of new socks and underwear for the JFS Children’s Clothing Closet, under the guidance of Dean of Students Joni Fishman, Director of Social Justice Stephanie Rotsky, and Social Justice Assistant Sherman Goldblum. ...
Dana Hall Students Organize Hundreds of Clothing Items to Be Distributed by the JFS Children’s Clothing Closet
Thank you to our friends at Dana Hall for inviting us to their community service event held on their beautiful campus! JFS staff arrived at Dana Hall with over two dozen boxes of clothing donations for the JFS Children's Clothing Closet. Stationed in Dana Hall's...