Colorado Expression: Jewish Family Service
Jewish Family Service is the featured nonprofit in the October/November 2019 issue of Colorado Expression in an article written by Joanne Davidson.
Sheela Balaji: Volunteer Extraordinaire
Volunteering is an integral part of Sheela Balaji identity and she lights up when she talks about the myriad ways she gives back to the community.
Jewish Family Service Hosts Free Job Fair October 11
JFS will host a Job Fair on October 11. Job seekers can meet employers from various industries, including hospitality, food service, home health care, and more.
JFS’s Community Rabbi Provides Spiritual Support in Times of Need
Learn more about how the JFS Community Chaplaincy program provides spiritual care for unaffiliated members of the Jewish community.
JFS Welcomes New Executive Staff Members
Meet JFS of Colorado three new executive staff members: Shyanne, Aleah Horstman, PhD, and Jessica Zeidman.
From the CEO: Lobby and Atrium Remodel
President and CEO, Linda Foster, shares the exciting news that we are remodeling the lobby and atrium at the JFS Tamarac location.
Mike Korn: Broadening a Jewish Connection for Older Adults
JFS of Colorado volunteer para-chaplain, Mike Korn, found a way to enrich the connection with the greater Jewish community for the residents at HighPointe Assisted Living & Memory Care.
Thank You Lunchbox Express Volunteers!
This past summer, hundreds of dedicated Lunchbox Express volunteers distributed more than 22,000 fresh, nutritious lunches to children in need.
Trader Joe’s Partners with JFS to Fight Hunger
Everyone loves Trader Joe’s, but those who visit the Weinberg Food Pantry with any regularity have a special affinity for the popular grocery retailer.
Fall 2019 Family Matters
In the Fall 2019 issue of Family Matters, meet our new executive staff members, learn how JFS's community rabbi provides spiritual support in times of need.
Corporate Employees Get Out of the Board Room and Back on the School Bus
Hundreds of dedicated volunteers distributed more than 22,000 fresh, lunches and more than 12,000 books to children in need at 16 locations throughout the Denver metro area.
Hannah Kutnick's 3rd Annual Backpack Bonanza
12-year-old Hannah Kutnick recently organized her third annual “Backpack Bonanza,” a drive to generate donations for back-to-school backpacks and school supplies for at-risk children.
Giving Back is a Family Affair
Learn more about Heidi Schoe and her family family and why they dedicate their time to helping others.
Free Smart Strategies Workshop for 50+ Jobseekers August 29
JFS will host a two-hour workshop for 50+ jobseekers on Thursday, August 29. It is free to attend and open to mature jobseekers 50 years and oldert.
JFS Offers Homemaker Services at Reduced Rates
JFS has openings for individuals in need of assistance to receive housekeeping services on a sliding-fee scale, based on income, age and physical disabilities.
IJN: Jewish Family Service Today
An interview with the new CEO at JFS, Linda Foster by Rabbi Hillel Goldberg, editor and publisher of the Intermountain Jewish News
Meet Our New Board Members!
JFS installed new board members, Jonathan “JJ” Asarch, Mac Mascovits, and Victor (Vic) Sulzer, and new Board Chair Leanna Harris. They began their term July 1, 2019.
Orapin Marketing + Public Relations Blog: Inspired Impact: Linda P. Foster
Linda P. Foster, JFS of Colorado president and CEO, was featured on Orapin Marketing + Public Relation's blog.
Getting Ahead in a Just-Gettin’-by-World Participants Feel Hopeful for Their Future
9 participants recently completed "Getting Ahead in a Just-Gettin’-by-World," a 12-week course that helps individuals and families at-risk for homelessness .
Third Graders Put Jewish Values into Action to Benefit JFS
Third graders from Denver Jewish Day School chose JFS for their year-long Helping Hands community service project.