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Jewish Family Service is pleased to announce that, as of January 2018, it now has the capacity to have a greater impact in this regard, following the establishment of the Geduldig Financial Assistance Operating Fund. This Fund fulfills the lifelong goal of Michael and Ellen Geduldig to help people overcome short-term financial challenges by significantly increasing the amount of discretionary dollars that JFS has available to meet their needs.

The following remarks were given by JFS Board Member Vivian Blanc on September 14th during an event sponsored by Progressive Jewish Voice in conjunction with the Syrian Refugee Initiative, featuring a screening of the documentary film “Salam, Neighbor.”  Please read Vivian’s powerful remarks below: Resilience.  (Fear). Courage. (Struggle) Tenacity. …These words are among the ones

On October 19th, JFS participated in the 3rd annual Joint Agency Annual Meeting (JAAM) at the JCC. The event included a dessert reception, Kol Haneshama performance, and awards for honorees from JFS, Jewish Community Foundation, Jewish Federation of Greater Harrisburg, Jewish Home, and The Silver Academy.

Please join us in welcoming the following community members to the JFS Board of Directors for 2017-2018: