ICYMI – Celebrating and Recognizing Indigenous Peoples’ Day 2024

Top left: Miguel Wandering Turtle Walks with No Fear, Lino Covarrubias, CEO JFS, Jesse Edwards, City of Framingham Chief DEI Officer, and Andre StrongBearHeart Gaines, Jr., Cultural Steward for the Nipmuc Nation; Bottom left and center: Andre StrongBearHeart Gaines,...

From Crisis to Stability: JFS’s Commitment to Long-Term Family Support

  In Greater Framingham and other Metrowest communities, Jewish Family Service of Metrowest assists Jewish families struggling to make ends meet. As an organization we are dedicated to lending a helping hand to those in need, providing a wide range of services...

JFS and Volunteers Pack Over 450 Backpacks for the 13th Annual Build-A-Backpack Events!

For the 13th consecutive year, JFS of Metrowest has provided backpacks with school supplies to hundreds of children in need in our community! The Build-A-Backpack Events not only supply essential items but also bring families together, fostering a spirit of community...

From Refugee to Future Dentist

Marwa’s incredible story is a testament to the profound impact of JFS of Metrowest’s work in resettling and supporting refugees and immigrants. Her determination, coupled with the support she received, has laid the foundation for a promising future. Marwa’s journey...

JFS and Volunteers Pack Over 300 Backpacks for the 12th Annual Build-A-Backpack Event!

For the 12th consecutive year, JFS of Metrowest provided backpacks and school supplies to children in our community who need it most! Build-A-Backpack brings families together, giving us the chance to learn how we can better help and support our shared community. This...

Third Generation Philanthropist Donates to the Children’s Clothing Closet in Honor of His Bar Mitzvah

In honor of his Bar Mitzvah, Sammy Chasen collected monetary donations as well as several boxes and bags of brand new and gently used items for the JFS Children’s Clothing Closet located in the Framingham Public School’s Resource Room.  He and his father,...