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Tikkun Olam is Hebrew for “Repairing the World.” The phrase is foundational to Judaism, confirming the belief that the world was intentionally created imperfectly in order that humans would complete the task. At Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minneapolis, we value our diverse staff and the people we serve. Our tagline is “JFCS is here for all.
Always” and our vision is to create a more perfect world by helping one person at a time.
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J-Pride is a home for LGBTQ Jews and allies in times of uncertainty
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By Heather Renetzky • J-Pride Program Coordinator
Back in November, my partner Emma and I were listening to a segment on MPR covering people’s reactions to the presidential election. We were continuing to process the new reality and Emma asked me how I was feeling given the rise in overt anti-Semitic rhetoric and our country’s growing intolerance toward “otherness.” It was a big question, and I had to remind myself to focus on my driving as I shakily answered.
J-Pride Founding Sponsor: Lisa Heilicher
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Local foodie and Annual Benefit emcee Stephanie Hansen shares her favorite
2017 State Fair foods
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The Stephanies – Stephanie Hansen and Stephanie March – hosts of myTalk107.1’s food-themed talk show “Weekly Dish,” will emcee JFCS’ 29th Annual “Laugh on Their Behalf” Benefit on December 2. Hansen is also the blogger, photographer, podcaster and social commentator behind StephaniesDish.com and @MakersofMN and March is Food Editor for “Mpls.St.Paul Magazine.”
Being a local food personality, Hansen (of course!) has opinions on the best foods to get at the Minnesota State Fair. Click below for some of her picks (reader beware – not all items are kosher):
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Camp and academic scholarships help support life-changing experiences
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By Todd Sandler • Development Officer
JFCS is proud and privileged to be able to administer scholarship support for both summer camp and post-secondary educational opportunities. While each of the 30-plus programs and services we make available to our community are incredibly important, and have tremendous impact, it is my personal, biased opinion that easing the burden on families to provide their children with camp and college experiences literally changes the lives of both the parents and their children.
Camp Scholarships Sponsors: The Pohlad Family Foundation, Tankenoff Families Foundation
College Scholarships: Lead Sponsor, Clara Ruth Kaner Children’s Fund, a designated fund of the Minneapolis Jewish Federation’s Jewish Community Foundation. Sponsor, BOND – Branching Out In New Directions
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Congratulations to JFCS Development Associate Erica Solomon named Meyerhoff Fellow
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We are excited to announce that Erica Solomon, Donor Services & Development Associate, has been named a Meyerhoff Fellow for 2017-18.
The Meyerhoff Early Career Professional Fellowship promotes leadership development for promising early career professionals committed to Jewish communal service. The Network of Jewish Human Service Agencies (NJHSA) established this initiative through a generous grant from the Joseph and Rebecca Meyerhoff Awards Committee.
NextGen Sponsor: Cindy and Perry Witkin
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JFCS' personalized and holistic approach sets our
Career Services apart
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By Margie Earhart • Career Services Director
There are several places in the Twin Cities to receive employment-related services, but JFCS Career Services’ employment counselors are constantly hearing from clients that the quality of our services can’t be beat.
Statements like “You do it better,” “It’s different here,” and “Nobody else provides service like this” are just a few of the things we hear often. Getting that feedback tells us we are accomplishing just what we set out to do – we want to be the best place for job seekers to prepare for and achieve success in today’s competitive job market.
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NextGen Board Orientation
The NextGen Board welcomed six new members along with eight returners. This outstanding group recently met at JFCS for orientation...and a photo op of course! — with Kerry Bader, Libby Kane, Erica Solomon, Rachel Javitch Canfield, Jennifer Glickstein, Sarah Edelstein, Joey Sherling, Matt Kaplan, Rosie Mann, Andrew Savitz, Alyson Jones, Haley Carneol, Eli Temkin and Judy Halper.
NextGen Sponsor: Cindy and Perry Witkin
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Join PJ Library and friends for a High Holiday Family Challah Bake
Sunday, Sept. 10 @ 2:30-4:30 p.m.
Prepare for the High Holidays with your family. Make the dough from scratch, learn the significance and how to shape a variety of traditional round challahs. Take home one for your family and one to share with someone else. Program includes snacks and musical activities as well!
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PJ Cares’ Kickoff Event
Tuesday, Sept. 12 @ 6:30-9 p.m.
Introducing PJ Cares: A year of community service programming for families!
Join us at this parents-only reception featuring a panel of Jewish leaders sharing opportunities that uplift the value of
tikkun olam and community service for children.
PJ Library Founding Sponsors: Harold Grinspoon Foundation, Richard and Beverly Fink Family Foundation, The Louis Herman Memorial Fund, a designated fund of the Jewish Community Foundation of the Minneapolis Jewish Federation, Harry and Sandy Lerner
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Save the Date: JFCS 29th Annual "Laugh on Their Behalf" Benefit
Saturday, Dec. 2, 2017
Featuring Comedian Ryan Hamilton
New Location: Minneapolis Marriott City Center
Each year, JFCS serves thousands of people in our community, our neighborhoods, and our families. Mark your calendars now and join us for a special evening of fun, food and comedy, as together we laugh on their behalf to support the work of JFCS.
Or call the Benefit Hotline at 952-542-4878
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Statement on Charlottesville
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Based on the Jewish concept of
Tikkun Olam (Repairing the World), JFCS believes everyone is entitled to equal economic, political and social rights and opportunities. As a human service organization, one of our core values is treating people of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, races, religions, and abilities with dignity and respect.
JFCS is a member agency of the Network of Jewish Human Service Agencies (NJHSA). In light of recent incidents in Charlottesville, Virginia, we share the following statement. If you or someone you care about is in need of support or resources, please contact us. All calls are confidential. 952-546-0616.
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Jewish Family and Children's Service of Minneapolis | www.jfcsmpls.org
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