Oct 21, 2021 | Community Partners, Community Programs, Immigrant and Resettlement, Jewish Community, JFS of Metrowest, Resettlement, We are JFS!
On October 19th, Edward Shapiro of the Shapiro Foundation presented on the topic, “My Journey in Philanthropy.” Click here to watch the virtual presentation! In 2016, Ed and and his wife, Barbara, led a successful community-wide effort–including local, regional...
Oct 13, 2021 | Anti-Hate, Equity and Inclusion, Community Partners, Jewish Community, JFS of Metrowest, Volunteer Opportunities, We are JFS!
On Monday, October 11, over 100 people, including members of the Nipmuc Nation, gathered to recognize Indigenous Peoples Day, stand up to hate, and spread love. The ceremony was supported by and a collaboration of the Greater Framingham Community Church, JFS of...
Oct 13, 2021 | Children's Clothing Closet, Community Programs, Featured, Immigrant and Resettlement, Jewish Community, JFS of Metrowest, Volunteer Opportunities, We are JFS!
This month, Rashi School teens collected over 250 pairs of new socks and underwear for the JFS Children’s Clothing Closet, under the guidance of Dean of Students Joni Fishman, Director of Social Justice Stephanie Rotsky, and Social Justice Assistant Sherman Goldblum. ...
Oct 12, 2021 | Community Partners, Immigrant and Resettlement, Jewish Community, JFS of Metrowest, We are JFS!
JFS is proud to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, and we are interviewing members of our board and staff to get their perspectives on what this celebration means for them and for our community. We spoke with JFS CEO Lino Covarrubias to learn more! What is your goal...
Oct 7, 2021 | Anti-Hate, Equity and Inclusion, Community Partners, Jewish Community, JFS of Metrowest, Upcoming Events, Volunteer Opportunities
Framingham, MA, October 11, 2021 – Please join us in making a statement against hate and recognizing historical injustices that tie into our communities’ present-day injustices. Community leaders and Cultural Stewards of the Nipmuc Nation will be in attendance...
Sep 27, 2021 | Community Partners, Family Assistance Network, Jewish Community, JFS of Metrowest, We are JFS!
We are happy to announce that the JFS Lucy and Joe Press Food Pantry has been selected for Stop & Shop’s Bloomin’ 4 Good Program! Brighten up your day with a bouquet of flowers that fights hunger in the local community! JFS of Metrowest has been...
