Apr 1, 2020 | Community Programs, Immigrant and Resettlement, JFS of Metrowest, We are JFS!
In response to the shortage of protective masks needed for JFS’s ongoing community programming, JFS is relying on our friendships in our community to fill the gaps! One of our Syrian refugee clients, Abdulkader is using his tailoring expertise to make 60 surgical...
Mar 19, 2020 | Business, JFS of Metrowest, We are JFS!
March 19, 2020 Regarding the Coronavirus ______________ From Lino Covarrubias, CEO Dear Friends, In just the last week, the coronavirus crisis has changed dramatically, upending our community in so many ways. I’m writing to send a quick update regarding what JFS is...
Mar 13, 2020 | Community Programs, JFS of Metrowest, Pathways to Academic Growth & Enrichment, Volunteer Opportunities, We are JFS!
Yesterday JFS of Metrowest and Daniel’s Table of Framingham packed 75 bags of fresh produce and other staples at DT’s workspace on Pearl St. The bags were delivered to the Pelham Life-Long Learning Center in Framingham and passed out to families. In the midst of...
Mar 9, 2020 | Business, JFS of Metrowest, We are JFS!
March 9, 2020 Regarding the Coronavirus ______________ From Lino Covarrubias, CEO Dear Friends, As we have all been hearing news about the coronavirus, I wanted to let you know that we at JFS of Metrowest are working closely with the Framingham Health Department and...
Mar 6, 2020 | Anti-Hate, Equity and Inclusion, Jewish Community, JFS of Metrowest, Volunteer Opportunities, We are JFS!
This past week, JFS CEO Lino Covarrubias participated in McAuliffe Charter School’s Human Rights Project. Students interviewed him regarding all aspects of what JFS of Metrowest is doing to fight racism, discrimination, anti-Semitism, and hate in the community....
Mar 3, 2020 | Community Programs, Education Equity Initiative, Jewish Community, JFS of Metrowest, Upcoming Events, Volunteer Opportunities, We are JFS!
Dear Friends, What a month! I continue on my 100-day listening tour meeting with partners, donors, stakeholders, and supporters. I’m so invigorated by my discussions with people about JFS. We are viewed as a trusted community organization; a social services agency...
