Final session of JFS Virtual Speakers Series coming up
One session remains in Jewish Family Services’ Virtual Speaker Series. Each session explored critical challenges Kansas Citians face and how the agency is responding to them.
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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.
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MORE KUDOS FOR HBHA
In a recent Listening Post item, we shared that Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy had received top ratings from Niche.com, a recruiting website for schools.
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.