Fall 2018 Family Matters
The Fall 2018 issue of Family Matters is online now. This issue includes information about the Weinberg Food Pantry and the work it is doing to fight hunger and food insecurity in our community, upcoming events, an inspirational client story, an article about nutrition and its impact on mental health, and much more!
Raad Altaee: A Picture of Happiness
Raad is an Iraqi refugee who came to Colorado in 2014 with his family following years of trauma and uncertainty in his native country. See how Jewish Family Service helped him sustain his family while they adjusted to life in the U.S.
Nutrition and Its Impact on Mental Health in Children
Jewish Family Service school-based therapists talk about the undeniable connection between a well-balanced meal and mental health, especially for children and teens.
The Weinberg Food Pantry: A Lifeline for People in Need
Learn about Jewish Family Service's Weinberg Food Pantry and how it helps thousands of people each year of all faiths, races, and ages.
From the CEO: Weinberg Food Pantry
In this issue of Family Matters, we’re highlighting the Weinberg Food Pantry and the incredible work it is doing to fight hunger and food insecurity in our community.
Next-Generation Volunteers Are Making a Difference
Nearly 40 kids, ages 10 to 18, served JFS this summer by distributing lunches and school supplies through Lunchbox Express.
Hannah Kutnick's Backpack Bonanza to Support Lunchbox Express News Coverage
News coverage of 11-year-old Hannah Kutnick's second annual “Backpack Bonanza,” a drive to generate donations for school supplies for at-risk children.
Faces of JFS 2018 Winter Soirée Honorees Announced
JFS will honor David Asarch and Mindy Levy Peckar at Faces of JFS 2018 Winter Soirée, on Wednesday, December 12, at the Hangar at Stanley Marketplace.
JFS Boulder Family Safety Net Services: There for People in Need During a Crisis
JFS has Family Safety Net services to assist adults with physical disabilities. These support services help promote long-term self-sufficiency and prevent homelessness.
A Mouth-Watering Mitzvah
13-year-old Julia Gralla combined two of her passions to create a mitzvah project to help feed hundreds of children in need through Jewish Family Service's Lunchbox Express program.
Thamer Abdullah: Making His Way in America
See how Jewish Family Service of Colorado helped Thamer Abdullah work through his traumatic experiences as a refugee of Iraq and Syria.
Earl Pettet: Maintaining Hope Through Crisis
Crisis situations are common for many of the clients served by the JFS Family Safety Net Services team. Earl Pettet, 62, is one example.
Catch Carri: Barbara Corcoran Headlines 14th Annual JFS Executive Luncheon
An article about the upcoming JFS Executive Luncheon featuring Barbara Corcoran was featured on CatchCarri.com on March 18, 2018.
International KidSuccess: Helping Refugee Kids Succeed
JFS's International KidSuccess program offers counseling services that help refugee children and adolescents adjust to their new school, and home in the US.
Whole Foods: A Whole Lot More than Our Neighborhood Grocery Store
Whole Foods Tamarac recently raised nearly $20,000 for Jewish Family Service (JFS) through two of its community donation programs.
Donor Spotlight: David Asarch
David Asarch carries on his family’s history of philanthropy with his support of JFS. He shares more of his story with us in this Donor Spotlight article.
Sara: From Surviving to Thriving
Learn how Holocaust survivor Sara Moses is thriving with help from Jewish Family Service.
JFS to Honor Gay Curtiss-Lusher and Sam Zaitz
JFS will honor Gay Curtiss-Lusher and Sam Zaitz at The Faces of JFS 2017 Winter Soirée, on December 14, at the Grand Hyatt Denver, 1750 Welton Street.
Boulder Volunteer Baker is the Apple of Our Eye
Lisa has graciously shared her apple cake recipe with us so you can make it for Rosh Hashanah!
Volunteer Spotlight: How John Keith is helping JFS kids
Along with a committed group of volunteers, Jewish Family Service board member and volunteer John Keith is helping JFS nourish kids’ bodies and minds