Honoring Our Volunteers

A weekly e-newsletter from JFS of Middlesex County

JFS is a non-profit social services agency serving all members of the community from all backgrounds. Your generous support enables us to provide crucial programs for those in need.

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Why Volunteer at JFS?

At JFS, we could not possibly deliver more than 700 kosher meals per week to homebound seniors without the kindness and compassion of our corps of dedicated volunteers.

As one of our recipients, DG of Piscataway, states, “Thank you, and the volunteers who deliver the meals. Sometimes they are the only people I get to see that day.”

Allan B., Driver for KMOW and Holocaust Survivor Services, says:

"To give back to the community. I love visiting the people [...]

I spent a lot of time volunteering and giving my time even before I retired so this is a part of me."

Allan's time volunteering at JFS has helped hundreds of individuals most in need. His devotion to delivering a meal to homebound seniors or driving Holocaust Survivors to medical appointments has helped him serve a diverse group of people--with many he now counts as friends.

Rhonda S., KMOW Driver, says:

"I get to feed people. They need their food--and they're there. They count on me even on the rainy days."

Rhonda is an insurance actuary who has volunteered with JFS for over 20 years. Throughout the most difficult and happiest moments in her life, she remains committed to showing up for the people in need of meal deliveries.

Special thanks to Rhonda and Allan for their steadfast heart and for making JFS part of your life!

If you would like to volunteer with JFS, email media@jfsmiddlesex.org to learn more. Don't have time to volunteer? Donate online to provide meals to homebound seniors or groceries to families in need. Thank you for your continued support and donations!

Job Search in the Post-COVID Job Market

The shifting economy, redefined workplace and disruptions of the last few years have completely changed today’s job market.

On Tuesday, May 3rd from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm JFS’ Career Services and Women's Center will be hosting an interactive workshop to help you jump-start your post-pandemic job search. Learn the secrets to successful interviewing and how to use social media to your advantage. To register call 732-777-1940 or email womenscenter@jfsmiddlesex.org.

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Learning with Purpose at JFS

At JFS, our mission is to help improve the lives of our community members and their families. Every day, in all of our programs, we support our clients as they work toward their personal and professional goals.

A new cycle of JFS Citizenship classes began this month. Students may attend in-person classes at one of four locations as well as online. Click here for more information.

JFS’ Women's Center kicked off a new schedule of computer classes. For more information, email womenscenter@jfsmiddlesex.org.

To learn more about our programming, call 732-777-1940 or email office@jfsmiddlesex.org.

What Are YOU Doing for Earth Day?

This year, JFS offices shifted from plastic disposable silverware and shopping bags to reusable cutlery and grocery bags. What changes can you make to save our planet?

Whether it's carpooling, being mindful of how much water we are using, the type of products we purchase, or swapping disposable for reusable items--these everyday changes have lasting effects.

To donate reusable bags, please contact us at 732-777-1940 or email office@jfsmiddlesex.org.

Honoring Tom Badger

June 25, 1940 - April 9, 2022

JFS is saddened by the passing of Thomas “Tom” Badger, age 81, who volunteered under JFS’ SMP and SHIP programs for over 15 years. SMP Director, Charles Clarkson remembers Tom as "one of the good guys...who wore a huge smile on his face." For a complete obituary, click here.