A profile in giving: Tamara Weil
For Tamara Weil, volunteer, writer, businesswoman, proud mother and grandmother, investing in JFS to protect the agency’s programs and services for future generations is more than a gift; it strengthens her legacy and speaks to her values.
Mental Wellness Tips
In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, JFS Refugee Mental Health Systems Navigator, Lawahiz Abbas, shares her recommendations for small daily actions that can help improve your mood, reduce stress, and strengthen social connections.
JFS Receives $5 Million Gift to Support Long-Term Impact and Sustainability
JFS has received a $5 million gift to establish the Appel Family Foundation Strategic Growth and Sustainability Initiative, which will strengthen the organization’s impact, drive innovation, and increase financial investments.
Find the right JFS therapist for you
Choosing a therapist is not just about who is available. It's about finding the right match for your needs. JFS Director of Mental Health Services, Todd Merendino, shares some practical tips to help you make that decision.
The JFS Executive Luncheon: Redefining expectations
The days leading up to this year’s Executive Luncheon may have been cold and snowy, but the atmosphere inside the Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel on May 7 was overwhelmingly bright!
Our Jewish community needs you
Join JFS and practice G’milut Hasadim, acts of loving kindness, during the Jewish Days of Giving! This is your opportunity to help us and transform lives by providing support for our Jewish programs and services that strengthen our community.
Reconnecting a passion with a career opportunity
Sarah came to JFS discouraged about her job hunt and the lack of traction she was getting with applying for positions. After receiving employment support for laid-off nonprofit professionals through JFS, which provides one-on-one career coaching, Sarah connected with the JFS Career Services team. She was motivated to work with her counselor and find a new opportunity.
Caring for your mental health
Your mental health is important every day, but unfortunately, it’s easy to let it slide. May is National Mental Health Awareness Month, an excellent reminder to check in with yourself and ask whether you or your loved ones need additional support, want to make healthier choices, and are the best version of yourself.
Turning darkness into light
A huge thank you to our partners, volunteers, staff, and donors who made this year’s Passover meal distribution possible! The holiday may be over, but thanks to everyone’s contributions, G’milut Hasadim, acts of loving kindness, will live on.
Working together to help clients thrive
Our Career Services team has always prioritized holistic support for individuals. When clients come to us, the solution is rarely as simple as “hurry up and get a job.” Many face barriers such as childcare needs, trauma, and transportation challenges that can significantly limit opportunities.
Delivering healthy goodness in Boulder
The amount of food insecurity we’re seeing is staggering and continues to grow throughout Boulder County, which is one of the reasons why we’re excited about our new community food share program in partnership with Community Food Share and the Boulder JCC. We’re bridging the gap that prevents individuals from accessing healthy food, and you can help!
JFS Altius Farms Spring Market
Don’t miss out—bring a special mom in your life to JFS Altius Farms on May 2 for an unforgettable pop-up and pick out the perfect gift to make her day truly special! Visit our free event and support local vendors, enjoy the beautiful and relaxing space at Altius Farms, and explore unique booths.
JFS: Providing relief for immediate and long-term well-being
David was going through some personal and professional struggles when he reached out to JFS for assistance. As often happens, life’s challenges are connected, and David was able to find strength and improve his well-being with the agency’s comprehensive programs and services.
Strengthening older adult services: New participants welcome
The JFS Kosher Meals on Wheels and Community Table programs are about so much more than food; they also reduce social isolation and enhance lives throughout our community—and we’re accepting new participants for both! These community-based programs enrich the overall health of older adults by providing wellness, lunch, recreational, and social engagement opportunities.
March Volunteer of the Month
We are excited to introduce Hannah G., our March Volunteer of the Month. Hannah volunteers as a para-chaplain, helping to strengthen the connection between Jewish residents living in non-Jewish older adult residential facilities and the Jewish community by arranging and leading religious services for Shabbat, High Holy Days, Hanukkah, and Passover.
Strengthening the Boulder community, one soup bowl at a time
When you think about the ultimate comfort food, there’s a good possibility that soup pops into your mind. And when it’s paired with a biscuit and a cookie, you’ve got yourself a delicious meal that warms both body and soul—especially when you’re facing food insecurity or find yourself in a crisis. Thanks to our vibrant community partnerships, JFS Boulder is helping to bring nutritious goodness to our neighbors.
JFS Boulder: Creating a cultural connection
Food and traditions unify people, and last month, 16 volunteers gathered in the Boulder JCC’s kitchen for a Purim hamantaschen baking event. The group made more than 500 cookies for JFS and the JCC to distribute. Thank you to everyone who joined us, baked, shared memories, and helped to create joy so that others could commemorate Purim!
A full-circle moment: How Abbas built a career and gave back
Abbas and his family arrived in the United States in 2023 through the JFS Refugee Resettlement program. As someone who sets goals and follows through, Abbas worked with his JFS refugee employment specialist to meet his goal: working at Walmart. Today, Abbas leads a team of 35 employees with diverse backgrounds in Walmart’s online pickup and delivery department, and he reached out to JFS to hire four new employees, a full-circle moment for both Abbas and our agency.
ACE: Serving up pickleball
Playing sports provides an opportunity to be a part of a community, increase self-esteem, and build confidence while getting exercise, all of which improve our overall well-being. And thanks to our ACE Activities Specialist Kim Badger’s passion for pickleball, participants now share her enthusiasm for the game both in-house and in the community.
2026 Executive Luncheon Featuring Elizabeth Banks
The annual Executive Luncheon on Thursday, May 7, from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Sheraton Downtown Denver Hotel. The event will feature a moderated conversation with acclaimed actress, producer, writer, and director Elizabeth Banks.