This week, we were at Pitt's Volunteer Fair—and we were so excited to see so many students interested in getting involved with JFCS! The event is sponsored by PittServes and is a chance for students and staff to learn about the different volunteer opportunities within the university community—and beyond. At…Read More
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77 Years After the Holocaust, How Do We Continue to Remember Survivors’ Stories?
September 1945, 77 years ago, World War II officially ended. For millions of Europeans–particularly Jews–what ended in a day had a lifetime of impact. But as Pittsburgh’s population of Holocaust survivors quickly declines, we must continue to find ways to preserve their legacies and retell their stories. JFCS’s history of…Read More
Back to School Resources 2022
Getting ready for the new school year to start? If your child needs help with getting school supplies or preparing for the upcoming school year, check out these Back to School events. Get free school supplies, wellness checks, and more! #PittsburghforPPS Back to School Event When: Monday, August 22, 11am-3pmWhere:…Read More
JFCS Board of Directors Attend Cooking Workshop for Newly Arrived Afghan Families
In an effort to help the Afghan refugees who have recently arrived in Pittsburgh, the JFCS Board of Directors collaborated with Rabbi Ron Symons from the Center for Loving Kindness - JCC Pittsburgh to prepare meals for new arrivals! After cooking and packing up some delicious meals, everyone enjoyed a…Read More