In Jewish tradition, we are taught that every human being is created B’tzelem Elohim–in God’s image. This fundamental teaching reminds us that human dignity and worth are inherent in every person, regardless of ability. The Torah further commands us to create an accessible world, instructing, “You shall not put a stumbling block before the blind,” a [...]
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Empowering Futures Through Culinary Training: Soups & Sweets Receives Transformative Grant from the Truist Foundation
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Have you ever considered the challenges individuals with disabilities face when seeking meaningful employment? It’s not just about securing a job—it’s about having access to the right skills, training, and support to succeed. That’s where Soups & Sweets, our specialized culinary training program, makes a difference. Designed to empower individuals with diverse learning needs, Soups [...]
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While millions of Eagles Fans are getting ready for Super Bowl LIX this weekend, Jewish Family & Children’s Service (JFCS) is holding a “Souper Bowl of Kindness” to help combat hunger in Southern New Jersey! Our goal is to collect hundreds of Kosher soups to ensure that struggling community members have a hot and hearty [...]
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As we welcome the month of Shevat, we're reminded of one of Judaism's most beautiful teachings about legacy and growth. While the ground may be cold here in South Jersey, in Israel, this is when the trees begin their hidden work – their roots reaching deeper for sustenance even as their branches stretch toward the [...]
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JFCS relies upon the support of hundreds of volunteers to carry out our life-affirming mission. At this time, we are urgently seeking new volunteer drivers to deliver groceries to clients of our Rhona Fischer Family Assistance Program throughout Camden, Burlington, and Gloucester counties. Volunteers must be available Monday through Thursday, and must be able to commit [...]
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Meet Melissa Firstenberg (she/her)! Tell us about yourself. I grew up in central Jersey (which does exist) and came to Philadelphia to study Computer Science, Chemical Engineering, and Mathematics at the University of Pennsylvania, moving to Marlton, NJ in the late 1990s after school. As a trusted industrial cybersecurity professional, I participate actively in industry [...]
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As we are beginning 2025, and it’s just days after commemorating Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy of service, we are reminded of a profound partnership that exemplified the universal power of working toward justice and healing. Dr. King and Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel, one of the most influential Jewish theologians of the 20th century, [...]
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This Martin Luther King Jr. Day, let's honor Dr. King's legacy of service by coming together to support those in need. We are thrilled to announce our annual food drive benefiting the Betsy & Peter Fischer Food Pantry on Monday, January 20 from 10am to 1pm, and we need your help to keep the shelves [...]
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The death of a spouse or life partner is one of the most painful things most people will ever endure. While each one of us experiences grief, mourning, and adjustment in our own unique way, no one should have to go through the process on their own. As part of our commitment to support community [...]
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Meet Mort Mekler! Born in Israel, Mort moved to New York after the 1967 Arab-Israeli War. He was the Senior Director of Service Delivery at Broadridge Financial Services, Inc. and retired after devoting 38 years to the company. He currently lives in Cherry Hill and has been happily married to Judy Griffin for five years. [...]