JCF hosts Legacy Giving Day program
The Jewish Community Foundation brought together nonprofit leaders for its biennial Legacy Giving Day program on Nov. 11.
Hadassah gala focuses on organ donation, honors donors
More than 90 people from across the United States wore something red and viewed the Hadassah Greater Kansas City Fourth Annual Touch of Red Gala: Celebrate Life! event on Saturday, Nov. 20, via Zoom.
Brookstein family volunteers as a team for Jewish Family Services
For four years, Mark and Debby Bookstein, along with their 11-year-old twins, Abby and Drew, have volunteered at Jewish Family Services.
KU Hillel develops drink-covering scrunchies to protect students
KU Hillel developed custom reusable drink covers that turn into easy-to-carry hair scrunchies when not in use.
MeltonKC to host virtual “Tuesday With Morey” fundraiser
Rabbi Dr. Morey Schwartz will be virtually returning to Kansas City for a special MeltonKC “Tuesday with Morey” fundraiser on December 14. The event will be held at 7 p.m. on Zoom for those who donate $72 or more to the Melton Annual Campaign.
Camp Sabra names new executive director, camp director
In response to the ongoing success of Camp Sabra and to meet the needs of the future, Camp Sabra is excited to announce that it has named Terri Grossman as its new executive director and Kim Holtzman Sloan as new camp director.
Beth Shalom Sisterhood brings warmth to refugees
Beth Shalom Sisterhood's Warm Up America Project (WUA) recently donated 22 handmade, one-of-a-kind afghans to Jewish Vocational Service to be used to welcome the refugees coming from Afghanistan.
Priya program focus of Jewish Family Services’ Giving Tuesday campaign
Priya is a resource for Jewish individuals and families who are struggling on their path to parenthood. The program offers emotional support, resource connection, and financial assistance for all families at any stage of their fertility and family planning journey including adoption.
12 questions with Ethan Helfand, the new director of Jewish Experiences
Kansas City native Ethan Helfand was announced as the new director of Jewish Experiences, a collaboration of Jewish Federation and The J, and joined the team in October.
Jewish Family Services volunteers named as 70 over 70 honorees
Four JFS volunteers have been recognized for their dedicated efforts through the 70 Over 70 Awards put on by KC Shepherd’s Center. John Ball, Cathy Boyer-Shesol, Katherine Keller and Barbara Palan were recognized through virtual awards celebration.
Help stock the JFS food pantry during November community food drive
Help stock the Jewish Family Services pantry from 10 a.m. to noon, Sunday, Nov. 21, at the Jewish Community Campus, 5801 W 115th St., Overland Park. Drop off will be in the front circle drive where JFS volunteers and staff will take items directly from cars.
JFS to benefit from Kappa Homes Tour
Jewish Family Services Kesher KC is one of three charity recipients of proceeds from this year’s Kappa Kappa Game Holiday Homes Tour and Boutique scheduled for Dec. 7-9.
KU Chabad hosts first mental health retreat
KU Chabad is addressing the increased mental health struggles of college students by launching the “ReJOYvination 360” program, an initiative aiming to create a full spectrum of emotional support for Jewish students at KU.
K.I. to host virtual Chanukah party
Kehilath Israel Synagogue invites family and friends to join the Second Annual Worldwide Friends and Family Virtual Chanukah Party. The party will take place on Sunday, November 28, at 11 a.m. CST.
Agencies, congregations partner to spotlight antisemitism
Jewish Federation of Greater Kansas City is partnering with JCRB|AJC and a handful of other local Jewish organizations to “shine a light on antisemitism” during Hanukkah week and beyond.