Jewish Family Service of Colorado

07/23/2025

Looking for a reset? The JFS Abby’s Impact six-week resiliency course will help you grow your mindfulness, practice self-compassion, and shift your mindset—all while connecting with others who get it. Our next session starts August 5. Learn more and register at jewishfamilyservice.org/resilience-6.

07/22/2025

Your donation to Jewish Family Service could go twice as far when matched by your employer. Many companies match employee donations, helping your gift go further in supporting JFS programs and services. We’ve made it easy to see if your employer will help match your donation, simply visit jewishfamilyservice.org/donate/corporate-matching-gifts, enter your company’s name and you’re on your way to helping even more individuals and families in need.

07/21/2025

Mark your calendars! The 2025 Faces of JFS event is happening Wednesday, November 12, from 5:30–10 p.m. at Infinity Park. Enjoy an evening of cocktails, dinner, entertainment, and a short program as we honor our Yana Vishnitsky Leadership Award and Joyce and Kal Zeff Humanitarian Award recipients.

Tickets go on sale October 13—learn more at jewishfamilyservice.org/jfsfaces.

07/18/2025

We’re excited to invite you to Edible Ethos: A Taste of Flowers & Urban Farming at JFS Altius Farms!

In partnership with Slow Food Denver and Blooming Kitchen, join us on Thursday, August 14, from 6–8 p.m. for a special evening celebrating food, flavor, and community.

🌱 Enjoy a guided greenhouse tour with JFS Altius Farms Manager Tommy
🌼 Savor edible flower tastings from Courtney of Blooming Kitchen
🍽 Sample gourmet bites from Slow Food Denver’s Seed to Plate

Tickets are limited to just 60 guests—grab yours before they’re gone at bit.ly/EdibleEthos

07/17/2025

We’re proud to recognize Carol Ann as our July Volunteer of the Month! She’s a compassionate, reliable volunteer who supports JFS in many ways, including thank-you calls and packing hygiene kits for Justice Necessary. Her kindness and flexibility make a real difference—and we’re thankful for everything she does. Learn more about her impact: https://www.jewishfamilyservice.org/blog/july-volunteer-of-the-month

07/16/2025

Losing a nonprofit job where your work is driven by purpose can feel especially hard. Whether you were leading a team or supporting one, you’re not alone.

JFS is offering compassionate, one-on-one career coaching with our skilled team to help you move forward. From cover letters to interview prep and employer connections, we’re here to help. Let’s take the next step together, visit jewishfamilyservice.org/career-support to learn more.

07/15/2025

The right support can make all the difference. If you’re exploring medication as part of your mental health care, JFS is here to help with compassionate, expert medication management. Meet with our licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and take the next step in your wellness journey today. Visit jewishfamilyservice.org/services/nurse-practitioner to learn more.

07/14/2025

With school just around the corner, your $50 gift can provide a child with a brand-new backpack filled with essential supplies. You'll help set them up for better grades, more creativity, and greater confidence from day one. It's not too late to support students. Donate today at jewishfamilyservice.org/donate/schoolsupplies25-sm-owned.

07/11/2025

Thanks to 9NEWS (KUSA) for featuring JFS Altius Farms. We are proud to provide fresh, healthy, locally grown produce and workforce development opportunities in our community.

Altius Farms was founded as a way to help feed families, train workers, and feed the budget of the nonprofit Jewish Family Service.

07/11/2025

JFS is now accepting clothing donations via a partnership with GGirls Closet. Donate gently used women’s clothing and accessories to GGirls Closet, located at 2600 S. Parker Road, Suite 119, in Aurora. Mention JFS, and 40% of the sales will be donated to support our programs and services. Learn more at jewishfamilyservice.org/donate/other-ways-to-give.

07/10/2025

JFS is excited to offer a 6-week Resiliency course for individuals interested in learning tools for mindfulness, self-compassion, managing mindset, and more. Register today at jewishfamilyservice.org/resilience-6 and develop real, lasting resilience skills in a supportive group setting.

07/09/2025

JFS Altius Farms needs volunteers to help with packaging produce, seeding, cleaning, and transplanting. Volunteers are essential in helping us continue our work to provide fresh, healthy, locally grown produce and mushrooms. Learn more about this fun and unique volunteer opportunity at jewishfamilyservice.org/volunteer-altius-farms.