Jewish Family Service of Tidewater, Inc.

05/19/2026

05/18/2026

💚 It’s Mental Health Awareness Month 💚

Your mental health is part of your overall health—and it deserves attention, care, and support.

Here are a few powerful facts to know:
• Nearly 50% of people will experience a mental health condition at some point in their lifetime
• Su***de is a leading cause of death in the U.S., which is why early support and open conversations matter
• Most people who seek help do improve, especially with the right support and resources

No matter what you’re going through, you don’t have to face it alone.

📞 Call or text 988 for immediate help through the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline
📞 Or reach out to our trained counselors at 757-459-4640

Reaching out is a sign of strength—and support is always here 💚

Life is full of transition and change. JFS recognizes that sometimes individuals and families need help navigating these challenges. We provide individual, couples, group, and family counseling services to people of all ages, regardless of affiliation. Our services are available to the entire Tidew...

05/14/2026

We need your help to keep our community strong 💙

Right now, we are in need of protein items to support individuals and families facing food insecurity. You can make a big difference by donating:

🥜 Small jars of peanut butter
🐟 Cans of tuna/salmon/sardines
🍗 Cans of chicken
🫘 Canned beans

These shelf-stable protein items are essential and go a long way in helping us provide nutritious meals.

You can drop off your donation in the bin located in front of the JCC for a quick, anonymous contribution, or reach out to coordinate an in-person donation:

📧 ekrouse@jfshamptonroads.org
📞 757-321-2227

Every donation—big or small—helps us continue serving those who need it most. Thank you for being such an incredible, caring community! 🙌

05/13/2026

Our Food Pantry has recently seen a significant uptick in the number of individuals and families needing assistance, and our shelves are starting to run low. 💙

We are asking for the community’s help by donating unopened and unexpired food items. Some of our most needed items right now include:
🫘 Canned Beans
🍝 Pasta
🥜 Peanut Butter
🥫 Soups
🧂 Condiments
🥣 Breakfast Items
🍑 Canned Fruit
We understand that grocery prices are high right now, and times can be difficult for many families. Any extra item you are able to donate — no matter how small — truly helps and is greatly appreciated.

Every donation helps us continue providing food and support to those facing food insecurity in our community.

Donations can be dropped off at the front of the JCC. If you would like to coordinate a donation or have any questions, please contact Emily Krouse at ekrouse@jfshamptonroads.org

Thank you for helping us care for our community and support our neighbors in need. 💙

05/12/2026

🧶 Our Knitting for Others group is in need of washable, medium-weight acrylic yarn donations!

The talented women in our program create handmade knitted and crocheted items that are shared with members of our community in need. Every donation helps us continue spreading warmth, comfort, and kindness. 💙 Last year the group was able to make over 700 items for our clients.

If you would like to donate yarn, please contact Emily at ekrouse@jfshamptonroads.org or drop it off at JFS. Thank you for helping us make a difference, one stitch at a time!

05/11/2026

🧠💚 Mental Health Awareness Month 💚🧠

May is all about shining a light on mental health—because taking care of your mind is just as important as taking care of your body.

A few things to keep in mind:
• Mental health conditions are common—millions of people are affected each year
• Talking about how you feel can be a powerful first step toward healing
• Support systems—friends, family, or professionals—can make all the difference

If you need someone to talk to, help is here:
📞 Call or text 988 for immediate support through the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline
📞 Connect with our trained counselors at 757-459-4640

You don’t have to carry it alone 💚

05/07/2026

A HUGE thank you to Mark Robbins for capturing these incredible moments from our event! 📸✨
Thank you again to everyone who came out on May 3rd to support us — your energy, enthusiasm, and generosity made the day truly unforgettable! Because of this amazing community, we’re able to continue the important work we do every single day. ❤️
We were so excited to be back at the Oceanfront, and thanks to all of YOU, the event was an incredible success! 🌊🏃‍♀️🎉 We loved seeing everyone come together for such a meaningful and fun-filled day!

05/07/2026

We need your help to keep our community strong 💙

Right now, we are in need of protein items to support individuals and families facing food insecurity. You can make a big difference by donating:
🥜 Small jars of peanut butter
🐟 Cans of tuna/salmon/sardines
🍗 Cans of chicken

These shelf-stable proteins are essential and go a long way in helping us provide nutritious meals.

You can drop off your donation in the bin located in front of the JCC for a quick, anonymous contribution, or reach out to coordinate an in-person donation:
📧 ekrouse@jfshamptonroads.org
📞 757-321-2227

Every donation—big or small—helps us continue serving those who need it most. Thank you for being such an incredible, caring community! 🙌

05/06/2026

More SNEAK PEEK photos are here! 👀📸 Stay tuned for more photos!

Do you spot yourself or a friend? TAG them, shout them out, and share the love! 🙌💙

We’re still buzzing from all the energy and can’t wait to see the rest of the photos roll in—stay tuned, the best is yet to come! 🏃‍♀️✨

05/05/2026

SNEAK PEEK 👀✨

What an incredible day! THANK YOU to everyone who signed up, showed up, volunteered, and supported our race—you made it unforgettable! 🏃‍♀️💙

We are so grateful for the amazing community that surrounds our nonprofit. Because of YOU, we’re able to continue making a real difference and supporting those who need it most.

Check out these sneak peek photos and relive the fun—we can’t wait to do it all again next year! 📸🙌