As we approach cooler fall weather, most of us are fortunate to be returning to a life that looks pretty normal – filled with family, friends, school, and social activities. But for many of our clients at Jewish Family Services, the long-term effects of the pandemic are still very real — leaving them struggling to […]
Celebrating 120 Years of JFS Improving Lives
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JFS remains committed to helping individuals and families facing difficult times. Learn more about how you can make a difference in our community today!
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JFS provides essential human services for people facing challenges in everyday life or times of crisis — regardless of faith, age, culture, or lifestyle. If you need assistance, call 913-327-8250 or email navigator@jfskc.org. All services are by appointment.
Events & Acknowledgments
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Food insecurity in the Kansas City area affects almost 1 in 5 families. But more families are turning to food pantries because of rising inflation that is straining household budgets. With higher prices for housing, gas and especially food, many families are truly struggling to put food on their table. At the same time, food pantries […]
KesherMobile: Pilot Project Connects Community Resources
JFS and volunteers greeted guests with kindness and helped connect them to local resources, including access to fresh produce and tips for energy savings at our first KesherMobile event on July 7 at Evergy Connect, near the 18th & Vine District in Kansas City, MO. Thank you to all the wonderful community partners who joined […]
JFS BLOG
YouBeYou – Connecting with Your Strength
We’re kicking off the school year with a new YouBeYou blog! Let’s help both new and returning students and teachers transition with confidence and connection as they navigate their way to a successful year. Transitions and separation from family can be stressful for many of our youth, and finding a trusted adult in the school […]
Wipe Out Summer Open House Brings Community Together
JFS hosted a Wipe Out Open House at its Brookside location in June to celebrate welcoming the public back together for the first time since the COVID shutdown. Over 200 people braved especially hot, humid summer temperatures to tour the JFS Food Pantry, learn more about our services from our amazing staff from our various […]
JFS Named in United Way’s Impact 100
Big news – United Way just launched the Impact 100 and we are a part of it! JFS was selected as an inaugural Impact 100 organization. The 100 organizations selected to be a part of this group will receive unrestricted funding from United Way to further our missions. JFS is incredibly grateful to continue our […]
