Today is National Food Bank Day, a time to raise awareness of food insecurity and highlight the vital role of food banks in helping those in need. At JFS, we’re seeing skyrocketing demand for food assistance at the same time that food donations and funding are plummeting. Thanks to our generous community, JFS has provided…
Everyone Leaves a Legacy: What’s Yours?
Many of us grew up in families that didn’t want to tempt the evil eye by talking about how we want to be remembered. Making a will is a solemn and somber undertaking and discussed in hushed tones. What if we turned these discussions into celebrations? What if we made sure that those who come…
One Accident Can Change Everything: Jeramick’s Story
We are extremely grateful to Jeramick for sharing his story of the support he received from our Community Stabilization Services team! I’d like to share my heartfelt gratitude to the Jewish community for your generous and compassionate support during my time of need. I was born and raised in Seattle and have always considered it…
From Uncertainty to Hope: Araceli’s Journey
When Araceli* arrived in the U.S. from Honduras with her young children, she brought a cautious hope for a new life, but also a deep fear of an uncertain future. She had no English skills, no financial security, and no community ties. Back in her home country, Araceli had struggled alone. Her husband had left…
Mitzvah Meals Brings Food, Warmth, and Connection to Medical Visitors
By Margot Kravette, founder of Mitzvah Meals for Medical Visitors, a program newly housed at Jewish Family Service. Just imagine… You are accompanying a family member to a city 2,000 miles away from home so they can receive life-saving heart surgery and medical care that is unavailable where you live. You are leaving your 7-…
From Strangers to Neighbors: Building Dignity Through the JFS Winter Warmth Drive
By Rabbi Ronit Tsadok, Director of Project Kavod As a recent transplant to Seattle, I have been anticipating this weather shift with curiosity and a bit of trepidation. Many people have offered advice as my family adjusts from sunny Los Angeles. The number one thing I have heard: you need the right gear. A good…
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