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Size of Human Heart Unrelated to Quality: 6-Year-Old Turns 7th Birthday into Major Mitzvah
Giving & Volunteering · January 05, 2023

Size of Human Heart Unrelated to Quality: 6-Year-Old Turns 7th Birthday into Major Mitzvah

Sadie was happily making her seventh-birthday party plans with her family when a compassionate little switch flipped in her mind. Yes, birthday invitations had already been sent out a few weeks prior. And, yes, parental expectations were solidifying around fun ideas that were age-appropriate, child-focused, and celebratory. But that didn’t stop Sadie from abruptly turning to her parents and announcing with resolve, “I don't need any birthday presents. I need to do a mitzvah!"

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How to Give to Nonprofits and Help Those in Need
Giving & Volunteering · October 07, 2022

How to Give to Nonprofits and Help Those in Need

People generally want to give back and make a positive impact for the underprivileged among us, but not everyone has the financial wherewithal to do that. Fortunately, there are numerous ways—aside from giving money—to improve communities, help individuals, support great causes, and ultimately make a difference.

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A Most Happy Madness: the Non-Secret Confessions of Serial Volunteers
Giving & Volunteering · August 08, 2022

A Most Happy Madness: the Non-Secret Confessions of Serial Volunteers

Jim Ellis and Howard Goldwasser don’t know each other, but they share a private compulsion: they are serial volunteers. At the moment, they also share a common benefactor: Jewish Family Service Heldman Family Food Pantry. The men, both retired, have been independently donating their time to the food pantry in a variety of ways, whether it’s helping people shop; gathering and packing up orders; or making deliveries directly to homes.

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Ways You Can Strengthen Your Own Community
Giving & Volunteering · July 29, 2022

Ways You Can Strengthen Your Own Community

A vibrant community can support people through tough times, mitigate dangers, and enable more prosperous futures for those who live in it. Thus, the question we all should think about asking is, “How can I strengthen my community?”

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Cincinnati Leads Country in 'Create Your Jewish Legacy' Pledging
Giving & Volunteering · February 10, 2022

Cincinnati Leads Country in 'Create Your Jewish Legacy' Pledging

Jewish Family Service (JFS) of Cincinnati has recently convened the Create Your Jewish Legacy (CYJL) committee to encourage community members to talk with their families about a legacy commitment to JFS. CYJL is a nationwide program initiated in 2014 by the Grinspoon Foundation with the goal of building endowments that will sustain Jewish organizations locally, and secure a reliable financial future for Jewish communities across the country.

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Giving & Volunteering · November 15, 2020

‘One Can’ Makes a Big Difference, Thanks to One Girl

“Young people can inspire others, just like adults can. They have a ton of power. And I think sometimes we forget how much good a single dollar can do—or a single can of soup.” Chrissie Blatt couldn’t help but beam during a recent interview about her daughter Ella’s bat mitzvah project for Jewish Family Service: a canned soup drive to support Jewish Family Service Heldman Family Food Pantry at the Barbash Family Vital Support Center.

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Giving & Volunteering · April 28, 2020

Delivering the Tradition and Spirit of Passover In the Midst of COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has been stressful and unsettling for many people, but it has been particularly challenging for those already suffering from food insecurity. Recently, dozens of determined Jewish Family Service (JFS) volunteers and staff spent time preparing for and participating in the in the 22nd annual Dr. Samuel S. Rockwern Passover Delivery Project of Jewish Family Service. Perhaps inspired by a desire to fulfill a mitzvah (commandment), the dedicated individuals helping with this

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Giving & Volunteering · February 20, 2020

Embracing the Spirit and Meaning of Passover: Volunteers, Donors Provide Passover Meal for Gabriel

Observing Passover is a beautiful tradition that requires special food to properly observe the holiday. However, it can be difficult for families living on a limited budget to afford the high cost of Passover food. To address this challenge, Jewish Family Service is asking individuals and families to donate money or their time to the 22nd annual Dr. Samuel S. Rockwern Passover Delivery Project of Jewish Family Service. Volunteers will deliver boxes filled with Passover food on Sunday, March 29,...

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Giving & Volunteering · September 29, 2019

Barbash Family Donates Brisket and Soup to Those in Need for the Holidays

The Jewish High Holiday of Rosh Hashanah commenced at sundown on September 29, and while many households across Cincinnati will celebrate by attending services and partaking in family dinners, too many members of the Jewish community won’t have the means to enjoy a traditional, hot meal. Jewish Family Service Barbash Family Vital Support Center has long been committed to providing many of the items typically enjoyed during the holidays. Pam Barbash and her family generously purchased and...

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9395 Kenwood Road, Suite 100

Cincinnati, OH 45242

 

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3113 Clifton Avenue

Cincinnati, OH 45220

 

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8485 Ridge Road

Cincinnati, OH 45236

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