Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles

As students gear up to head back to school, we thank JFSLA's Young Leaders for an incredible Tools for School event, which provided more than 400 local children with free backpacks, school supplies, and fun family activities. 🎒✨ A big thank you to our partners— American Red Cross, Bank of America Crispy Green, Open Water, and Unreal snacks — for helping make Tools for School a success! 🙌📚

🌟 Risa Igelfeld from Café Europa, JFSLA's social group for Holocaust survivors, was featured in Travel + Leisure as one of their centenarians. JFSLA is honored to support Risa’s active lifestyle and celebrate her inspiring outlook on life! 💫

Yesterday, Senator Caroline Menjivar visited one of JFS Hope's domestic violence shelters to learn more about JFS Hope's critical services, which include shelter, counseling, legal support, and other assistance for families fleeing violence. Thank you, Senator, for taking the time to visit our program, staff, and clients. We truly appreciate your commitment to our community.

Senator Caroline Menjivar represents California's 20th district which includes Burbank and the San Fernando Valley.

Jewish Family Service LA is actively looking for skilled individuals to become part of our team and create a meaningful impact within our community.

Appy today at www.jfsla.org/jobs.

Do you need to complete the state-required 40 Hour Domestic Violence Training? Now is your chance to register for JFS Hope's upcoming Fall training course! To register, visit support.jfsla.org/Hope-Training

July is Disability Pride Month, an opportunity to celebrate diversity, promote inclusion, and uplift the voices of individuals with special needs and disabilities. Here's a glimpse of the critical services JFSLA provides to people with disabilities and special needs in LA.

Thank you to Governor Newsom, the Senate, and the Assembly for including $103 Million in funding for crime victim services. We would not have this win without the hard work of survivors and advocates, as well as our champion, Assemblymember Eloise Gómez Reyes!

Next month, Destination Little Ethiopia is hosting a community event and mobility march to promote accessibility and inclusivity for individuals with mobility challenges. We deeply appreciate the Ethiopian American Chamber of Commerce, Destination Little Ethiopia, and Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavsky for shining a light on this important cause.

JFSLA stands as a pillar of support for individuals with special needs and mobility issues, providing comprehensive care and resources to empower their lives.

Every Friday at the Jona Goldrich Multipurpose Center’s gym, JFSLA volunteer Lee Lahmy empowers seniors with fitness and positivity. Read our newsletter spotlight to discover the joy of community and the difference Lee makes in the fitness journey of seniors! 💪🌟

Looking for a meaningful way to spend your summer? ☀️ Volunteer with us and make a real impact in our community! We have several opportunities available. Together, we can create a kinder, more compassionate LA.

If interested, please visit our website jfsla.org/volunteer or email JFSLA's Director of Volunteers & Training, Joyce Williams at [email protected].

Yesterday, we held our annual Volunteer Appreciation Event at the JFS Gunther-Hirsh Family Center. JFSLA honored Colette Ament with the Charlotte Kamenir Volunteer of Distinction Award, Anita Lee with the Leadership Award, and James Stevenson with the Special Recognition Award.

We are so grateful to them and all of our volunteers for helping us create a kinder, more compassionate LA! 👏❤️

This year marks the 40th anniversary of the JFSLA's SOVA Community Food & Resource Program. For four decades, SOVA food pantries have served the Los Angeles community, providing vital resources and nutritious groceries. Diane Nosseck, one of our Gala honorees, has been a witness to SOVA's remarkable journey, as one of the first volunteers.

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Celebrating JFSLA's SOVA Community Food & Resource Program 40th Anniversary As we honor Diane Nosseck with the Anita and Stanley Hirsh Award, we're also celebrating JFSLA's SOVA Community Food & Resource Program 40th anniversary serv...

Survivors of sexual and domestic violence are at risk due to funding cuts! We ask Gavin Newsom to please prioritize funding for victim services in the Legislature's budget plan. Governor Newsom, please stand up for survivors and support this funding. Please share and repost!

Happy 100th birthday to Fryda Dvorak! On Tuesday, Fryda, a member of Café Europa, JFSLA's social program for Survivors of the Holocaust, celebrated her birthday with friends and staff. We are so grateful she chose to share such a special day with us!

Every year, JFSLA provides critical services and a joyful community to over 1,000 Survivors of the Holocaust.

JFSLA's Gala was an unforgettable night of unity in support of our vital services for the people of Los Angeles. ✨ Thank you to Beverly Press Park Labrea News for the spotlight!

The couple that volunteers together, stays together, and the Shapiro's are a testament to this. 👫 Read more about their story at our JFSLA newsletter article below!

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Leonard and Shari Shapiro - Jewish Family Service LA Walking into the Jona Goldrich Multipurpose Center at the JFS Gunther-Hirsh Family Center, you are likely to see Leonard and Shari Shapiro. In fact, you’re so likely to see them that you might begin to wonder if they run the place. But Leonard and Shari are volunteers committed to helping Jewish F...

Since the devastating October 7th attack on Israel, dozens of displaced Israeli families have connected with Jewish Family Service LA. We have welcomed them with open arms, providing them with a helping hand and the critical services they need to move forward.

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JFSLA: Israeli Families Seeking Refuge in LA Premiered at the 31st Annual Jewish Family Service LA Gala. Since the devastating October 7th attack on Israel, dozens of displaced Israeli families have con...

🚨 Thrilled to see JFSLA in the Santa Monica Daily Press as a leading voice during Mental Health Awareness Month! 🌟

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Kids, adults agree on wellness during Mental Health Awareness Month May is Mental Health Awareness Month, which offers an opportunity for local groups to raise awareness about the causes of mental instability

In honor of Jewish American Heritage Month, the Los Angeles City Council recognized Jewish organizations who tirelessly contribute to our broader LA community, with best-in-class social services. L.A. leaders and community members proudly stood together to highlight the Jewish community’s impact, including JFSLA's contribution to creating a kinder, more compassionate LA.

Happy Jewish American Heritage Month!

From left to right is Councilmember Nithya Raman, Councilmember Bob Blumenfield, JFSLA's Chief Community Engagement Officer, Catherine Schneider, Councilwoman Katy Yaroslavsky, and Councilmember John Lee.

On Wednesday night, we held the 31st Annual Jewish Family Service LA Gala, A Night of Unity. We are grateful to our sponsors for helping us reach our goal and making this night a success.