The “J” in JFS is what makes our agency unique to many other social service agencies. Jewish history and values guide our work. But what does this mean for JFS programs, clients, donors, volunteers and staff? Four years ago, JFS set out to answer this question and Project Kavod/Dignity was born. Now, the project is… Continue Reading
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Dignity is the Heart of Project Kavod
Dignity is foundational to how JFS provides its services. Honoring the dignity, or kavod, of each individual is also at the heart of the opportunities educator Beth Huppin provides as Director of Project Kavod/Dignity at Jewish Family Service. “Project Kavod is really about helping people connect not only to the what of JFS but also… Continue Reading
A Post-Purim Reflection on Coming Together
Beth Huppin, Director of Project Kavod/Dignity at JFS, shares some helpful takeaways from Purim that we can apply in this current moment of uncertainty. Continue Reading
Purim Lessons During Challenging Times
What can we learn from the story of Purim that can help us navigate this evolving time? Beth Huppin, Director of Project Kavod/Dignity at JFS, takes inspiration from the tale of Esther and how it relates to the work we do at JFS. Continue Reading
Refugee Shabbat: Timeless Jewish Commitment to Welcoming the Stranger
By Rabbi Laura Rumpf, Director of Project Kavod Refugee Shabbat is a moment for congregations, organizations, and individuals around the country to dedicate a Shabbat experience to refugees and asylum seekers. This special Shabbat has even gone international with communities in Canada, Europe, and around the world taking part. As a diverse Jewish peoplehood, we… Continue Reading
Food for Thought: Reflecting on the JFS Food Sort
By Rabbi Laura Rumpf, Director of Project Kavod Each year, JFS hosts a large Community-Wide Food Drive & Sort to collect and organize food and hygiene items for our Polack Food Bank. Not only does this community-minded, all-ages event help supply our food bank with vital supplies to feed our neighbors—it has also become a… Continue Reading
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