JFCS of SNJ

Project Rainbow Tween Group
2022-04-04 19:15 - 21:00, 2022-03-07 19:15 - 21:00, 2022-02-07 19:15 - 21:00, 2021-11-08 19:15 - 20:30, 2021-10-04 19:15 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Katz JCC Teen Lounge, 1301 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08003, United States
A safe, affirming, and fun monthly gathering for LGBTQ+ tweens and their allies. Free and open to tweens in grades 6 – 8! To learn more or to RSVP, contact Gaby Marantz: gmarantz@jfedsnj.org.

Project Rainbow is a collaboration of JFCS and the Katz JCC, with grant funding by the Camden County Board of Commissioners.

Passover Drop & Go Food Drive
2022-04-04 10:00 - 13:00 | Rhona Fischer Family Assistance Building, 6 East Miami Avenue, Cherry Hill, 08034, United States
JFCS is seeking donations of Kosher for Passover food to help bring the joy of the holiday to our clients. Most-needed items include Matzo, Matzo Meal, Matzo Ball Soup Mix, Cake Mixes, Cake Meal, Gefilte Fish, Borscht, Chicken Broth, Grape Juice, Canned Fish, Canned Fruits & Vegetables, Dried Fruits & Nuts.
When cleaning your home to eliminate chametz / grain products for Passover, please consider donating any unopened, nonperishable food items you no longer wish to keep in your home, including cereal, rice, pasta, tomato products, peanut butter, and jelly.
Questions? Please contact Donna Broecker at dbroecker@jfedsnj.org or 856-818-3604.

Project Rainbow Teen Group
2022-03-14 19:15 - 21:00, 2022-02-14 19:15 - 21:00, 2021-11-15 19:15 - 21:00, 2021-10-18 19:15 - 21:00 | Katz JCC Teen Lounge, 1301 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08003, United States
A safe, affirming, and fun monthly gathering for LGBTQ+ teens and their allies. Free and open to teens in grades 9 – 12! To learn more or to RSVP, contact Gaby Marantz: gmarantz@jfedsnj.org.
Project Rainbow is a collaboration of JFCS and the Katz JCC, with grant funding by the Camden County Board of Commissioners.

LGBT Aging with Pride
2022-03-11 13:00 - 14:30, 2022-02-11 13:00 - 14:30, 2022-01-14 13:00 - 14:30 | Katz JCC, 1301 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08003, United States
The only group of its kind in South Jersey, this monthly program offers a welcoming atmosphere for LGBT older adults to share their experiences, build relationships, and discuss issues like discrimination and social isolation. All are welcome but advance RSVP is required by contacting Reva Farenback-Brateman at 856-424-1333 ext. 1184 or rfbrateman@jfedsnj.org.
Sponsored by Timothy Rice Estate and Elder Law.

Cafe Connection - A Memory Cafe
2022-03-10 10:30 - 11:30, 2022-02-10 10:30 - 11:30 | Virtual Program
A monthly social gathering for older adults affected by memory challenges and their care partners. Please join us for engaging conversation, along with a creative experience with a guest artist. All events will be held virtually until further notice. To learn more or to request the Zoom meeting link, contact Reva Farenback-Brateman at rfbrateman@jfedsnj.org or 856-424-1333 ext. 1184.
Cafe Connection is a collaboration of JFCS, JSHHS, and the Katz JCC, with grant funding by the Camden County Board of Commissioners.
Guest artist sponsored by Arden Courts of Cherry Hill.

Navigating the Disability Continuum: Disability Financial Planning
2022-03-09 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual Program
The JFCS Disability Services Committee presents a free virtual workshop series:
Navigating the Disability Continuum
Free & open to the community! To register, click HERE.
Disability Financial Planning
with guest speaker Michael Byrne
In addition to being a chartered financial consultant with Lighthouse Planning Consultants, Michael is the parent and sibling of individuals with disabilities and has been featured In “Money” Magazine.
This program will address:

Qualifying for and maintaining government benefits
Securing your child’s future after you are gone
Making sure the money you have left your child will last throughout their lifetime
Wills and special needs trusts
Guardianship, power of attorney, selecting an attorney, and letters of intent

"Maid" to Survive: Cleaning up the Myth about Domestic Violence
2022-01-25 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual Program
The Netflix original series Maid explores a young mother’s struggle to provide for her child after fleeing an abusive relationship. Released in October 2021, the ten-part series has been widely viewed and discussed. Join Jewish Family & Children’s Service for a panel discussion about Maid, including the harsh financial and logistical realities facing women who want to leave abusive relationships. The program will also dispel the myth that domestic abuse is limited to physical violence—exploring the emotional and financial aspects that prevent many victims from leaving.
Moderator
Hilary Platt, JFCS Project SARAH Coordinator
Panelists
Mary Kay Baker, Lead Advocate of the Victim Witness Unit, Camden County Prosecutor’s Office
Lisa Incollingo, Domestic Violence Litigation Attorney at Camden Center For Law
Lawrence R. Jones, Retired NJ Superior Court Judge
Shira Katz Scanlon, Esq., Matrimonial Lawyer at Martine, Katz Scanlon & Schimmel, P.A.
Free & open to the community: Register at http://s631138447.onlinehome.us/maid
Individuals are encouraged to watch Maid before joining this panel discussion.

Project Rainbow Teen Group
2022-01-24 19:15 - 21:00 | Virtual Program
A safe, affirming, and fun monthly gathering for LGBTQ+ teens and their allies. Free and open to teens in grades 9 – 12! To learn more or to RSVP, contact Gaby Marantz: gmarantz@jfedsnj.org.
Our January program will be held virtually.
Zoom Meeting ID: 976 4168 0618
Password: [REDACTED]
Call-in: +1 646-558-8656
Project Rainbow is a collaboration of JFCS and the Katz JCC, with grant funding by the Camden County Board of Commissioners.

Navigating the Disability Continuum: The Early Years (Birth - 8th Grade)
2022-01-20 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual Program
The JFCS Special Needs Committee Presents a Free Virtual Workshop Series:
Navigating the Disability Continuum
Part 1 – The Early Years: Diagnosis through 8th Grade

Parent Advocacy & Special Education Support (with Denver Leigh Phillips, Director of Educational Services & Special Education Consultant, Advo-kids at Posternock Apell, P.C.)
Health Advocacy – Helping New Jersey Families Access Health Benefits & Coverage (with Nicole Pratt, Senior Parent Professional Trainer, SPAN Parent Advocacy Network)
Navigating the System – An Overview of Service Systems for Children with Intellectual / Developmental Disabilities & their Parents (with Michael Pearson, Assistant Director of Children’s Advocacy, the Arc of New Jersey Family Institute)
Community Resources through the Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey and its family of agencies (with Nina Staiman, Adult & Inclusion Department Associate Director, Katz JCC)

FREE and open to the community! To register, click HERE.

Community Drop & Go Food Drive
2022-01-17 10:00 - 13:00 | Rhona Fischer Family Assistance Building, 6 East Miami Avenue, Cherry Hill, 08034, United States
As part of Community Mitzvah Days 2022, JFCS will be holding a Community Drop & Go Food Drive on Monday, January 17 from 10am – 1pm. Please consider donating kosher, non-perishable food items and household products to help nourish clients of our Betsy & Peter Fischer Food Pantries.
Most-needed items include: Shelf-Stable Milk, Hot & Cold Cereal, Pancake Mix, Oatmeal, Canned Tomato Products, Canned Fish, Peanut Butter, Jelly, Rice, Pasta, Macaroni & Cheese, Canned Fruits & Vegetables, Kosher Soups, Juice, Snacks, Baby Food, Baby Formula, Diapers, Toiletries, Paper Towels, Toilet Paper, Cleaning Products
NEW LOCATION!
Rhona Fischer Family Assistance Building
Betsy & Peter Fischer Food Pantry
6 East Miami Avenue
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
Questions? Contact Donna Broecker at 856-818-3604 or dbroecker@jfedsnj.org.

Community Mitzvah Day
2022-01-16 09:30 - 12:00 | Katz JCC, 1301 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08003, United States
Welcome to ourvirtual Community Mitzvah Day 2022! Although we may not be able to meet in person this year, we can still come together to perform mitzvot as a community. Please visit Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey’s website for some examples of mitzvah projects and organizations that need your help. Join us from the comfort of your own home (or depending on the project, some may be in person) to help meet the needs of our community agencies and synagogues.*

To visit the Community Mitzvah Day website, click HERE.
*All in-person events are subject to change.

Cafe Connection - A Memory Cafe
2022-01-13 10:30 - 11:30 | Virtual Program
A monthly social gathering for older adults affected by memory challenges, along with their care partners. Please join us for engaging conversation, along with a creative experience with a guest artist. All events will be held virtually until further notice. To learn more or to request the Zoom meeting link, contact Reva Farenback-Brateman at rfbrateman@jfedsnj.org or 856-424-1333 ext. 1184.
Cafe Connection is a collaboration of JFCS, JSHHS, and the Katz JCC, with grant funding by the Camden County Board of Commissioners.
Guest artist sponsored by Arden Courts of Cherry Hill.

Project Rainbow Tween Group
2022-01-10 19:15 - 21:00 | Virtual Program
A safe, affirming, and fun monthly gathering for LGBTQ+ tweens and their allies in grades 6 – 8! The January 2022 program will be virtual-only.

Zoom Meeting ID: 971 4316 6754
Password: [REDACTED]
Call-in: +1 646-558-8656

To learn more, contact Gaby Marantz: gmarantz@jfedsnj.org.

Project Rainbow is a collaboration of JFCS and the Katz JCC, with grant funding by the Camden County Board of Commissioners.

Allergy-Friendly Food Drive
2021-12-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Rhona Fischer Family Assistance Building, 6 East Miami Avenue, Cherry Hill, 08034, United States
Your donation of allergenfriendly foods such as gluten-free flour, bread and pasta, nut-free spreads / butters, egg substitutes, and dairy-free milk
will help JFCS provide access to safe and healthy foods.
Questions? Contact Lisa Rosenberg at 856-424-1333 or lrosenberg@jfedsnj.org.
This project was made possible through a community outreach award from FARE.

Project Rainbow Holiday Celebration
2021-12-06 19:15 - 21:00 | Katz JCC Teen Lounge, 1301 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08003, United States
Mark your calendar for our first-ever Project Rainbow holiday celebration! Free and open to LGBTQ+ tweens (grades 6-12) and teens (grades 9 – 12), along with their allies! To learn more or to RSVP, contact Gaby Marantz: gmarantz@jfedsnj.org.
Project Rainbow is a collaboration of JFCS and the Katz JCC, with grant funding by the Camden County Board of Commissioners.

Thanksgiving Drop & Go Food Drive
2021-11-10 10:00 - 13:00 | Rhona Fischer Family Assistance Building, 6 East Miami Avenue, Cherry Hill, 08034, United States
JFCS is seeking donations of Kosher food items to help bring the joy of Thanksgiving to our clients this year. Most-needed items: canned corn, stuffing, canned string beans, canned vegetables, peas, rice, canned sweet potatoes, boxed mashed potatoes, canned potatoes, canned cranberry sauce, canned fruit, applesauce, gravy, cornbread mix, cake mixes, boxed bread mixes, shelf-stable graham cracker crusts, canned pumpkin pie filling, canned apple filling.
Please note NEW location! Rhona Fischer Family Assistance Building / Betsy & Peter Fischer Food Pantry: 6 East Miami Avenue, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
Questions? Please contact Donna Broecker at dbroecker@jfedsnj.org or 856-818-3604.

JFCS Advisory Council Meeting
2021-10-20 19:00 - 20:30 | Rhona Fischer Family Assistance Building, 6 East Miami Avenue, Cherry Hill, 08034, United States
Meeting of the JFCS Advisory Council

JFCS Annual Celebration
2021-10-06 19:30 - 21:00 | Virtual Program
Now outdoors for your safety!
Join JFCS for a special evening recognizing the extraordinary efforts of our dedicated volunteers, board members, advisory council, and staff members. Free to attend but advance RSVP is required by September 30.
RSVP Now!

VIRTUAL 5KRun / Walk 4 Family & Friends with Cancer
2021-10-01 - 2021-10-03 | Voorhees Middle School, 1000 Holly Oak Drive
The 13th Annual 5KRun/5KWalk 4 Family and Friends with Cancer has gone virtual! This year, participants have the option to sign up for a Virtual 5K Run or Virtual 5K Walk. When registering, choose the date (October 1 thru October 3), the time, and location where you will run or walk. You can complete your distance on a trail, road, sidewalk, treadmill, around your backyard – or even around your living room! For those running a 5K, you can email your time to the event organizers at walk4ff@gmail.com and they will post it – it’s the honor system. As in past years, funds raised from this event will benefit two non-profit organizations: The Abramson Cancer Center at the University of Pennsylvania and the JFCS Financial Assistance for Cancer Patients Program, which provides financial assistance for local families affected by cancer. Feel inspired, create a team, become a fundraiser, and help make a difference. It’s as easy as clicking the link below to register.
REGISTER NOW!
For more information visit walk4ff.org/home or email walk4ff@gmail.com

High Holiday Drop & Go Food Drive
2021-09-23 09:00 - 12:00 | Katz JCC, 1301 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill, NJ, 08003, United States
Open to the entire community!
JFCS will be hosting a High Holiday Drop & Go Food Drive in the parking lot of the Katz JCC on Thursday, September 23 from 9am – 12 noon. Please consider donating kosher, non-perishable food items and household products to help support clients of our Betsy & Peter Fischer Food Pantries.
Most-needed items include: Shelf-Stable Milk, Hot & Cold Cereal, Pancake Mix, Oatmeal, Canned Tomato Products, Canned Fish, Peanut Butter, Jelly, Rice, Pasta, Macaroni & Cheese, Canned Fruits & Vegetables, Kosher Soups, Juice, Snacks, Baby Food, Baby Formula, Diapers, Toiletries, Paper Towels, Toilet Paper, Cleaning Products
Questions? Contact Donna Broecker at 856-818-3604 or dbroecker@jfedsnj.org.
