2022 JFS Annual Report
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Jennifer’s Story
Jennifer first visited the Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry after being laid-off from her job. She did everything she could to reduce her spending and began reaching into her savings while she looked for work. When she realized that her savings were being drained, she began using her grocery budget on rent and utility bills. … Continued
Moving Our Mission Forward: Meet Community Champion, The Jewish Federation of St. Louis
The Jewish Federation of St. Louis has been a critical partner in providing basic safety net services to our community. In 2022, JFS was grateful to receive funding from the Federation for the purpose of expanding our mental health services. The funding covers the cost of training five JFS therapists in two treatment methods: Dialectical Behavioral … Continued
Etta’s Story
At seventy-four years old, Etta had experienced many losses in her life. Her husband of fifty years had recently died, and her two children lived hours away. Etta’s lifelong struggle with depression – a result of early childhood trauma – only worsened with age. She felt like her life had no meaning or purpose – … Continued
Creating a Healthy Older Adult Community
At least one in four older adults experiences a mental health disorder, such as depression, anxiety, or dementia, in their lifetime. While older adults experience life challenges common to all of us, they also face new stressors, such as health problems, reduced mobility, loss of independence, and grief. All of these factors can result in … Continued
Lucille’s Story
At 67 years old, Lucille faced an uphill battle managing her health. The treatments she received during her fight with breast cancer left her physically fragile and vulnerable to hospitalization. She relied on oxygen therapy to get around her home, and issues with her kidneys required her to receive dialysis three times a week. Lucille’s … Continued
Moving Our Mission Forward: Meet Community Champion, Michael Lowenbaum
Michael Lowenbaum has a passion for our St. Louis community. Since 1976, he’s practiced labor and employment law, representing the St. Louis Rams, Cardinals, and many more. He’s spent his life giving in support of causes and organizations that matter to him, including JFS. Michael made his first charitable donation to JFS in honor of … Continued
Want to Prioritize Your Mental Health? Start with These Three Steps
Our mental health affects our feelings, choices, and connection to others. It plays a critical role in shaping our overall health and quality of life. If you’ve ever felt stressed, depressed, or burned out, you’re not alone. One in four people will experience a mental health condition at some point in their life. The bottom … Continued
Thank you for joining the Olivette Turkey Trot Benefitting the Pantry
Thank you to everyone who participated in the 9th annual Olivette Turkey Trot on November 24! Together, we raised more than $14,000 for the JFS Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry to continue providing nutritious food to families, individuals, and older adults. We couldn’t have done it without the support of our community!
Support the Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry
A growing number of people in our community are facing food insecurity due to the increased costs of groceries and other necessities. The JFS Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry is committed to feeding all those who are hungry. But we need your help. Your gift today will ensure that our shelves remain stocked, and we … Continued