Special Events
NOURISH: A Party for the Pantry
Join us for NOURISH: A Party for the Pantry on Sunday, October 11, 2026, from 5–7 p.m. at the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center for an evening benefiting the JFS Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry.
Mark your calendars now for a fun and meaningful night supporting food assistance for children, families and seniors in our community. More details coming soon!
Click here to become a sponsor of NOURISH: A Party for the Pantry
2026 NOURISH: A Party for the Pantry Sponsors
Harvester Sponsors
Randall Martin
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Cultivator Sponsors
Pamela and Kenneth Lester
Julie and Timothy Stern
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Farmer Sponsors
BJC HealthCare
Wendy and Les Borowsky
Laurie and Edward Chod
Dr. Robert and Barbara Hoffman
Karen and Thomas Stern
Karen Suroff and Oscar Schwartz
Madeleine Elkins and Harvey Wallace
Susie Wallach
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Gardener Sponsors
Drs. Nanci and James Bobrow
Debbi and Brian Braunstein
Dr. Harvey and Fran Cantor
Lisa and Jimmy Deutsch
Mara and Daniel Kraus
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Planter Sponsors
Anonymous
Janis and Robert Abrams
Barbara Barnholtz
Berger Memorial Chapel
Edward Cohen
Betsy and Ron Cytron
Dot Dot Dash Boutique
Dr. Norman Druck
Dr. Neil Dunski
Marjorie and Bernard Feldman
Abby Green and Nathan Singh
Dorette and Ed Goldberg
Jewish Federation of St. Louis
Julia Katzman and Andy Cohen
Rabbi Howard Kaplansky and Susan Matlof
Esther and Earl Kessler
Dr. Lawrence and Karen Kotner
Louise and Jeffrey Levine
Dr. Jay and Joy Liss
Nancy and Robert Litz
Susan Meltz
Julia and Larry Mendelow
Sarah and Peter Palermo
Brenda and Joseph Pereles
Dr Marvin and Marilyn Rennard
Roeslein & Associates
Pam and Ron Rubin
Jackson Salasky
Mr. and Mrs. Garrry Seltzer
Drs. Sherry and Robert Shuman
Rosalie and Robert Stein
Dr. Robert and Beth Tucker
David Weiss and Bobby Sanderson
Jane and John Weiss
Megan Wilson and Dwayne Meriweather
Dr. June and Alvin Wolff
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FLOURISH: A Night of Giving Benefiting JFS
FLOURISH: A Night of Giving Benefiting JFS will take place on Sunday, September 28, 2025, from 5:30 – 9 p.m. 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 future. If you have questions about tickets or sponsorship opportunities, please contact Elizabeth Macanufo at emacanufo@jfsstl.org or 314-812-9363.
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View photos from the 2023 event:
Tree of Life Society Annual Gathering
On May 16, 2024, the Tree of Life Society met at Westwood Country Club. The Tree of Life Society recognizes and celebrates donors who contribute $1,000 or more annually.
View photos from the 2024 event:
Olivette Turkey Trot
The Olivette Turkey Trot, held on Thanksgiving morning, contributes 100% of its proceeds to the Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry. Find more information or register here.