Honor a loved one with a Rosh Hashanah tribute gift
Let someone know you're thinking of them this Rosh Hashanah with a tribute gift to JFCS. We will mail a L'Shana Tova card to the person of your choice, along with a personalized note letting them know you've made a donation to JFCS in their name. What a meaningful way to celebrate the New Year!
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The Max Block Food Pantry is looking for volunteers
On average we feed about 200 individuals per week from our food pantry. Tuesday we went over that amount in just two hours! The need in the community is great and we need additional volunteers to meet the increased demand.
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What to know about volunteering at the pantry:
- The Max Block Food Pantry is open Tues & Thurs 1-3pm.
- You don't need to commit to both days of the week or every week.
- We also have several satellite pantries.
- Volunteers are required to be background checked and fingerprinted.
- You will be working with a group of amazing and dedicated volunteers!
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Teacher's Night
Thurs, Sept. 29 | 5:00-7:00pm
Northeast Florida educators are invited to join us over lite bites, wine, and beer, and learn more about JFCS's Holocaust Education program, including a tour of the gallery and a conversation with a second-gen speaker. RSVP ⯈
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JFCS On The Air
First Coast Connect
Melissa Williams, Holocaust Education Coordinator, and Hope McMath, Guest Curator, spoke with Melissa Ross about our Holocaust Education program and the current exhibit in the Frisch Family Holocaust Memorial Gallery. The interview begins 36 minutes into show. | Listen online ⯈
WJXT Morning Show
Last Saturday was World Suicide Prevention Day and Nicole Davidson-Harshaw, Board Certified Counselor with JFCS, was on WJXT's Morning Show to discuss the suicide rate in Florida and how race can play a role in mental health. | View online ⯈
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Counseling Services
You don't need to be a referred client to access the counseling services we offer. Our therapists are here to work with you to overcome any mental health challenges you are experiencing. You don't have to deal with it on your own. All inquiries are confidential and the entrance and exit to our counseling services are separate from those of our main offices.
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The Constellation FURYK & FRIENDS presented by Circle K
OCT 3-9 | Timuquana Country Club
Use Promo Code: JFCS when purchasing your tickets and 100% of the general admission fee will go directly to JFCS to support our many services, including emergency financial assistance, counseling, child safety, adoption assistance, Holocaust and senior services, and more.
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Thank you for your commitment to JFCS. Your contribution allows us to continue our mission of “helping people help themselves".
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