ABOUTSERVICESCONTACTEVENTS NEWSLETTER JUNE 2025 JOIN US TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE TODAY! SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 2:00-5:00 P.M. BURNS PARK ELEMENTARY 1414 WELLS ST., ANN ARBOR Walking in solidarity with refugees who have endured the unimaginable, we recognize the strength it takes to begin again. Check out the video below to hear first-hand from our clients the difference JFS continues to make every day.  By walking together at Walk a Mile in My Shoes, we send a powerful message: we see you, we welcome you, and we will not stop providing support to those who need us. Your participation helps JFS continue to provide essential resources— housing, employment support, and community connections—so that every newcomer, no matter when they arrived, has the opportunity to thrive. DID YOU KNOW? PROGRAM HIGHLIGHT JFSMade is a collection of brands and creations by JFS clients for their community.    JFSMade supports refugee entrepreneurs and other small business owners by connecting them with market opportunities to sell their products at local community events, Farmer’s Markets, the JFS Made website, and inside the JFS Made store, located at 2245 S. State St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104.    JFSMade allows our clients an opportunity to gain visibility, test their product, build an audience, and begin to grow their business and start the building blocks of becoming economically self-sufficient. JFSMade Artisan Market will be set-up for shopping at our Walk a Mile in My Shoes event. Stop by and check out the amazing hand made goods and treats! We are still actively serving resettlement clients, as assistance does not stop after 90 days of resettlement and placement, but often extends to years of service. HELP US BRIDGE THE GAP AND CONTINUE PROVIDING ESSENTIAL SERVICES TO OUR NEIGHBORS IN NEED. Join us by registering to WALK a mile in our clients shoes and by fundraising along the way! CLICK FOR MORE EVENT INFO THANK YOU 2025 SPONSORS JFS BOARD OF DIRECTORS SPOTLIGHT Congratulations Marla Linderman Richelew! Marla Linderman Richelew is a winner of the Champion of Justice Award. Linderman Richelew serves as an assistant attorney general as an appellate specialist for civil rights and election law with the Michigan Department of Attorney General. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she helped lawyers learn how to safely operate. She has served as co-chair of the Federal Bar Association’s Pro Bono Committee, president of the Women Lawyers Association of Michigan, member of the Representative Assembly, and on various other SBM sections, committees, and taskforces. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE LOCAL CONCERT TO BENEFIT JFS CLICK HERE TO MAKE A DONATION THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT IN HONOR OF WORLD REFUGEE DAY Visit our Facebook page to hear from our clients and learn more about our important services. CLICK HERE TO VISIT FACEBOOK VISIT US AT THE ANN ARBOR ART FAIR! Thursday, July 17 | 10 AM – 9 PM Friday, July 18 | 10 AM – 9 PM Saturday, July 19 | 10 AM – 8 PM CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO  We’re Cooking Up Comfort — and We Need Your Help! Are you looking for a meaningful way to give back to your community? The JFS Nourish Food Pantry & Kitchen is seeking compassionate, reliable volunteers to help us prepare nutritious meals for individuals and families in need.   Volunteering just a few hours of your time each week can make a big difference in someone’s day.   Volunteer Details: Role: Prep Meals for Delivery — chop, portion, and package meals for clients who rely on us for nourishment and care. When: Weekdays (Monday–Friday) Shift Length: Just 2 hours Where: JFS Nourish Kitchen and Pantry– Ann Arbor Current Need: We have openings every weekday but are especially looking for Friday volunteers!   Whether you’re a seasoned home cook or just want to lend a helping hand, your time helps us bring comfort, hope, and dignity to those who need it most. SIGN-UP NOW  NEW DATE FOR MISSION TOURS AT JFS Last Wednesday of the month at 12:00 p.m. One Hour to See, Learn, and Make an Impact! Experience the heart of our community at Jewish Family Services (JFS)! We're thrilled to showcase the incredible range of services we provide to support and uplift our neighbors. From essential basic needs like food and transportation for older adults to our cutting-edge out-patient behavioral health clinic for individuals and families, JFS is here to make a difference. Discover how you can become an integral part of our mission.  REGISTER NOW  WISE SENIOR CENTER AT THE J WISE at the J is a congregate lunch meal program that takes place at the JCC on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. The event is organized by JFS of Washtenaw County. All are welcome! REGISTER HERE VIRTUAL SUPPORT GROUPS CAREGIVER CONVERSATIONS Join us for connection, sharing and ideas around caregiver issues as we navigate our lives during challenging times. The group will include educational content, is facilitated by a licensed JFS Social Worker, and is open to anyone who cares for someone aged 60+. REGISTER SPOUSAL CAREGIVER SUPPORT Join us for connection with others in a similar situation to your own, sharing ideas and experiences around caregiver issues that arise while caring for a spouse or significant other. The group will include educational content, is facilitated by a licensed JFS Social Worker, and is open to anyone who cares for their spouse or significant other. REGISTER GRIEF SUPPORT Join us for connection with others navigating the challenges of experiencing  grief. The group will include educational content, is facilitated by a licensed JFS Social Worker, and is open to all who have lost a loved one REGISTER COMMUNITY CORNER BBYO IS HIRING IN ANN ARBOR BBYO is hiring a part-time Chapter Specialist to support the Ann Arbor area! Their role will include working with Hatmadah BBYO, developing outreach initiatives with Ann Arbor partners (ex: congregations, JCC, public schools), and serving as a liaison for Jewish teen engagement in the Ann Arbor community! CLICK FOR MORE INFO [email protected]734.769.0209www.jfsannarbor.org