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A Mitzvah Tradition at Passover

This Passover, help brighten the holiday for over 160 families in greater Kansas City that might not otherwise enjoy a Passover seder or meal.

Food items needed:
• Matzah Soup Mix
• Grape Juice
• Matzah
• Macaroons
• Dessert Mix

Passover items will be collected through March 27 at area synagogues and donation barrels at the JCC or JFS Brookside East.

DONATE easily at jfskc.org to help underwrite the cost of perishable items including chicken, eggs, horseradish and produce. Donations also accepted by phone at 913-327-8299 or by mail to JFS, 5801 W. 115th Street, Overland Park, KS 66211.

VOLUNTEER to assemble, deliver or help clients shop on April 5, 6 and 7. Email volunteer@jfskc.org for details or call 913-730-1410.

With gratitude to the Avrum and Clara Feinstein Mazon Fund, Liberty Fruit Co., the Rabbinical Association and community donations for supporting this project!

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Upcoming Events

Mar
3
Wed
11:30 am JFS Grief and Loss Group
JFS Grief and Loss Group
Mar 3 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Meets first and third Wednesday The ongoing support group is for individuals grieving from the death of a loved one. The group provides an opportunity to address issues of loss and grief within a Jewish[...]
7:00 pm JFS Grandparenting Virtual Event
JFS Grandparenting Virtual Event
Mar 3 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Grandparenting: Expectations vs Reality Join The J Kc on March 3, from 7 – 8:00 p.m. for a virtual workshop featuring Keynote Speaker: Barbara Unell Journalist, Author, Educator Cost: FREE Pre-registration required Presented by: Beth Torah, Beth[...]
Mar
8
Mon
3:00 pm JFS Virtual Happiness Habits
JFS Virtual Happiness Habits
Mar 8 @ 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm
This Happiness Habits Wellness Series is a free and ongoing half-hour program in partnership between JFS, the Kansas City Public Library, and the Greater Kansas City Mental Health Coalition. The half-hour program is at 3[...]
Mar
11
Thu
4:00 pm JFS Community Food Drive @ JFS Brookside
JFS Community Food Drive @ JFS Brookside
Mar 11 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
The Jewish Family Services Food Pantry needs your support to help those facing food insecurity. Monthly the Rabbinical Association of Greater Kansas City and area congregations host food drives to help stock the two locations[...]
Mar
15
Mon
3:00 pm JFS Virtual Happiness Habits
JFS Virtual Happiness Habits
Mar 15 @ 3:00 pm – 3:30 pm
This Happiness Habits Wellness Series is a free and ongoing half-hour program in partnership between JFS, the Kansas City Public Library, and the Greater Kansas City Mental Health Coalition. The half-hour program is at 3[...]
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