JFS News Archive

Let's add a little sunshine to the JFS Passover deliveries this year. JFS is getting packages ready to go to 115 families this year for Passover. Share your good wishes by including a personal note of goodwill. This is a great opportunity to get the kids involved in a volunteer project. Instructions: Use a 9” by 12” piece of construction paper and fold in half. The card ... read more

"Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around." This Leo Buscaglia quote encapsulates our February when the Kansas City community gallantly gathered to SPREAD their effort, funds, and THE LOVE to feed their neighbors in need. Per Jo Hickey, JFS ... read more

** Donation Drop Off Notice ** With many synagogue buildings closed, please drop donations at the Jewish Community Campus M-F during normal business hours. As long as the Campus remains open, donation barrels are located inside the main Campus entrance. Or use the link below to donate online to support the purchase of Passover items. This Passover, help 115 families in greater Kansas City that ... read more

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED due to health concerns around COVID-19. The community is invited to gather for the Service of Spiritual Renewal for Passover on Thursday evening, March 19, at 6 p.m. at a new location, The Atriums Senior Living Community, 7300 W. 107th St., Overland Park, KS. Life is a journey - a sacred path with unpredictable terrain. We need comfort and care, both when we ... read more

Bikur Cholim... In light of the changing environment around COVID-19, the nature of this program has been updated to be online as a webinar. Rabbi Rudnick will be sharing remote ways to provide comfort and support to family, community, and strangers during this unique time. This event is for JFS Volunteers and Congregation partners. Judaism places importance on the value of providing support, ... read more

Priya is pleased to welcome Dr. Evelina Swartzman, a local obstetrician/gynecologist, as a guest speaker on March 10. “We’re simply here to help, and ensure a strong future for our Jewish community,” said Annie Glickman, Director of Priya: Growing Jewish Families. Dr. Swartzman will be the guest speaker at an evening of learning and conversation on “Our Elusive Fertility: What every woman ... read more

In light of the changing environment around COVID-19, this program will either be rescheduled or delivered online. Details will be shared when they are available. Thank you! Myths, Facts & Actions Join JFS Volunteers and Staff as we challenge myths on aging, learn about "what to do when," and connect with other volunteers in the organization! All volunteers are welcome! This training ... read more

In light of the changing environment around COVID-19, this program has been postponed. Details will be shared when they are available. Thank you! Presented by The Golden Circle Senior Resource Group Join us for blood pressure checks, balance screenings, peripheral arterial disease screenings, refreshments, door prizes and more! Thursday, March 19, 2020 9:00 A.M. - Noon St. Anthony's Senior ... read more

JFS and Tribe KC are teaming up for the fifth annual JFS Trivia Bash to bring the Kansas City community together, have fun playing trivia, win some cool prizes and raise funds for the JFS Annual Fund. Thursday, February 27, 2020 Brookside Gardens 624 E. 63rd Street, KCMO 6:00-7:00 p.m. | Dinner & JFS Food Pantry Tours 7:00-9:00 p.m. | Trivia hosted by MC Hebrew Hammer, Noah ... read more

An afternoon of social and duplicate bridge for good! Proceeds benefitting Jewish Experiences at The J, the JFS Food Pantry, and Safehome. Sunday, March 1, 2020 1:00-4:30 p.m. Jewish Community Campus 5801 W. 115th St., Overland Park, KS Register individually, as couples, or as tables. Registration: $7/person if registered by February 24. $10/person if registered prior to March ... read more