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JFS Welcomes Matt Schindler as Interim CEO

Jewish Family Services is pleased to announce the appointment of Matt Schindler as Interim Chief Executive Officer, effective December 8. A seasoned nonprofit leader with more than two decades of experience in community development, Matt brings organizational leadership, and mission-driven service to JFS. Matt’s deep commitment to strengthening communities and a leadership philosophy grounded in … Continued

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Get your tickets for FLOURISH: A Night of Giving Benefiting JFS

Get your tickets now for FLOURISH: A Night of Giving Benefiting JFS! FLOURISH will take place on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center. This special evening will include a reception, followed by dinner and an inspiring program to raise funds that help families, friends, and neighbors imagine—and live—a more fulfilling … Continued

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Sponsor FLOURISH: A Night of Giving Benefiting JFS

Mark your calendar to join us for FLOURISH: A Night of Giving Benefiting JFS on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center. FLOURISH is a meaningful opportunity to support the essential work JFS does every day in our community. Your participation helps children, families, and older adults imagine — and experience … Continued

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Building community for older adults

At JFS, we believe that small moments can lead to meaningful connections — and the work of our Older Adult Services team through NORC (Naturally Occurring Retirement Community) is a shining example of that belief in action. NORC events are designed to bring people together and foster a sense of community. At a recent NORC … Continued

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JFS navigates cuts at USDA

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced cuts to The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP), which provides monthly food allocations to food pantries nationwide, including the Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry. JFS was recently notified that our USDA food delivery for this month will be reduced by one-third. This means a loss of 20,000 … Continued

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Support JFS on Give STL Day!

Give STL Day is less than a month away! On Wednesday, May 8, you have the opportunity to uplift lives and strengthen our community. By supporting JFS, you help provide essential resources to individuals and families across St. Louis — regardless of age, background, or income. Whether it’s mental health counseling, support for older adults, … Continued

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Order Hanukkah Cards Today!

Wish your friends and loved ones a happy Hanukkah with a personalized JFS Hanukkah greeting card! Each card will support the continuing needs of families and individuals in St. Louis. Place your order here:

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Support JFS with your IRA: a smart way to give

If you’re 70.5 or older, you have a fantastic opportunity to turn your required IRA distribution into a meaningful contribution to JFS while enjoying potential tax benefits! With an IRA charitable rollover, you can donate up to $105,000 annually directly from your IRA, helping to satisfy your required minimum distribution (RMD). This not only supports … Continued

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Eternal Light Society

Introducing the Eternal Light Society! JFS’s Eternal Light Society members have made a future financial commitment to support JFS’s mission for years to come. To be recognized in the Eternal Light Society, simply name Jewish Family Services of St. Louis as a beneficiary in your will, trust, insurance policy, donor advised fund, or foundation, and … Continued

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