Black History Month: Acknowledge, Honor, and Celebrate
February is Black History Month, and 2026 is the centennial of this important celebration. This Month shines a light on the many achievements of Black Americans as well as the […]
A look back at 2025 at JFCS
Happy New Year! As 2025 comes to a close, JFCS is pausing to reflect on the challenges we’ve navigated, the milestones we’ve reached, and the impact we’ve made together over […]
Now More Than Ever
Now More Than Ever: Why Your Support Matters in 2025 As 2025 comes to a close, we find ourselves in a moment that asks something important of all of us: […]
The Safety Net starts with Us
When Our NeighThe Safety Net Starts with Us, JFCS’ response to SNAP cuts The Safety Net Starts with Us At Jewish Family & Career Services (JFCS), we’re seeing firsthand the […]
The High Holidays Are A Time of Reflection & Action
“Because of JFCS and the Sonny & Janet Meyer Food Pantry, my family is able to have a good meal every day.”– Nechelle, Food Pantry client Since 1908, Jewish Family […]
Coming Together This September
A Season of Giving and Community Impact September is a month of renewal, reflection, and connection for the Jewish community. It’s a season when we look inward to take stock, […]
Jewish History Comes to Life at JFCS
Jewish Family & Career Services recently unveiled at its offices on Klempner Way a new display that is helping preserve the personal stories of Jewish life in Louisville for future […]
A Year of Impact, Growth, Community Connection
Friends, supporters, agency partners, and community leaders joined Jewish Family & Career Services (JFCS) recently for a heartfelt celebration of another remarkable year of growth and accomplishments at its 2025 […]
The Ties That Bind
JFCS and the Jewish Community: The Ties That Bind With the 2025 JFCS MOSAIC Awards behind us, Jewish Family & Career Services now turns its attention preparing for our Annual […]
Break the Silence: Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. While this special observance dates back to 1949, the stigma around mental health keeps many facing challenges struggling in silence even to this day. […]
Volunteer Appreciation Month!
JFCS is grateful for its many volunteers! We don’t know where we’d be without the goodwill of Louisville community members like you. In the 2024 fiscal year, volunteers contributed over […]
Celebrating Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day
The theme for International Women’s Day on March 8, is #AccelerateAction with a focus on celebrating differences as something that makes us stronger rather than divides us. At JFCS, something […]
A Historic Journey Through Louisville
By Valecia Quinn, Director of JFCS Navigate, JFCS DEI+TIC Chair Over the past few years, I’ve found myself in different cities, taking bus tours to learn about the Black History […]
JFCS Announces launch of Immigrant and Refugee Service Pillar
In the last three years, JFCS has grown tremendously in terms of how many clients we serve. Our refugee and immigrant services have experienced particularly substantial growth. We’re responding to […]
Remembering Anita Jarboe this Thanksgiving
We at JFCS mourn the loss of a member of the JFCS family. Anita Jarboe passed away on the morning of Thursday, November 28th. We are forever grateful for her […]
Get a Jump On The Season of Giving
With the holiday season upon us, even amid challenges in the world, our hearts turn naturally toward joy, gratitude, and acts of generosity. This time of year, brings a renewed […]