We made a big impact in the lives of vulnerable individuals and families this year. Many in the Puget Sound region turned to us for the help they needed to move towards greater well-being, health and stability. On behalf of all those JFS serves, we offer heartfelt thanks to our generous community for making everything we do possible. Help JFS continue…
Employee Matching Programs Make a Difference
When Oliver Lee moved to Capitol Hill in 2010, he wanted to volunteer with a food bank. Around that time, the Polack Food Bank was preparing to reopen after its expansion, so it was the perfect occasion for him to get involved with JFS. Lee has been volunteering weekly ever since. During his shifts, he…
Jewish Leaders Talk About Domestic Violence
On October 24th, a dozen local rabbis collaborated with Project DVORA to speak to their congregations about domestic violence on Shabbat Lech Lecha. The participating congregations included denominations from across the spectrum of Jewish practice and communities throughout the Puget Sound region. Here are excerpts from some of the remarks that were delivered. From Rabbi…
Beloria’s Bat Mitzvah Project
Coming up with a meaningful Bat Mitzvah project is no easy task, especially when it involves 100 girls at a celebration at the Westin Hotel. The Bat Mitzvah girl, Beloria, and her parents Miriam and Elie Levy worked with JFS to organize a toiletry drive to benefit the Polack Food Bank. Here’s how it came…
A Day in the Life Of…
…JFS Russian Language Information & Assistance Specialist Irina Vorona 8:15 a.m. My first appointment is with a long-term elderly Russian client. I visit her home to check-in and see what’s new. I translate a few pieces of mail that she’s recently received, and we call her doctor to make sure they have everything for her…
LemonAid
We hope this post will bring a little sunshine to these dark and rainy days! On Seafair Sunday, brothers Max and Charlie Alhadeff along with their cousin Sophia Alhadeff sold lemonade and cookies in their neighborhood with proceeds benefiting the Polack Food Bank. The Almo Family, including kids Emma, Isaac and Zoe, also participated in…
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