Meet the Honorees for our Spring Celebration!

MARCH 23, 2025

Jewish Family Services of Greenwich is proud to recognize the following individuals for their dedication to supporting our mission and making a meaningful impact on the lives of those in our community.

Lynn and Vernon Schwartz

Care and Commitment Award

Lynn and Vernon Schwartz have been dedicated supporters of JFS for over a decade. Lynn’s exceptional volunteer work and Vernon’s strong support of the organization’s mission have left a lasting impact on the community.

Morgan Caspi

Community Impact Award

Morgan Caspi, a volunteer with the Friendly Fridge Network, expanded access to nutritious meals for public school children facing food insecurity. She paved the way for partnerships with JFS, Meals on Main Street, and the Friendly Fridge Network to place freezers stocked with healthy meals in local schools, feeding hundreds of students.

Jessie Sorenson

Heart of Service Award

Since 2022, Jessie Sorenson has been a dedicated volunteer with JFS. Her unending support for newly arriving families includes assisting with ESL tutoring, food deliveries, childcare, and resettlement support.

The Stamford Marriott Hotel & Spa

Champions of Change Award

The Stamford Marriott has been a vital partner in supporting refugee clients by offering job opportunities and helping individuals rebuild their lives. Their compassion has played a pivotal role in the self-sufficiency of dozens of immigrants.

GEN Z FUTURE LEADER HONOREES

Will Chasin

Will Chasin, a 12th grader at Horace Mann, has combined his passion for photography with volunteer work, offering family portraits to refugee families and mentoring a young student.

Jessie Colin

Jessie Colin, an 11th grader at Greenwich Country Day School, began tutoring a 10-year-old Venezuelan student, transforming his learning and forming a deep bond with the entire family.

Katie Ruhe

Katie Ruhe, a senior at King School, has volunteered for over two years. She has documented the stories of several of our refugee clients for the King School Project "Empowering Voices," and has organized welcome basket collections for newly arrived families.

Please join us at our annual Spring Celebration event on Thursday, May 1 at the Stamford Nature Center as we pay tribute to these remarkable individuals,

who make a difference in our community.

JFS Attends Meals on Main Street's Community Chef Event

JFS COO Melissa Knee and Board President Barbara Epstein recently attended the Community Chef Event at Meals on Main Street, featuring renowned Westchester Chef Rafael Palomino. The free event celebrated culinary creativity and community collaboration, with Chef Palomino preparing Latin-inspired dishes from recently recovered food. Guests enjoyed delicious food, beverages provided by Zachys of Port Chester, and live Latin music!

The evening fostered stronger partnerships between Meals on Main Street and local leaders, with JFS proudly supporting the organization’s mission to provide nourishing meals while bringing the community together.

Pictured: Melissa Knee, Barbara Epstein, and Meals on Main Street Executive Director Jon Haseltine.

Spotlight on Social Work - Jonathan Neuhaus

In honor of National Social Work Month, we’re celebrating the impactful work of JFS Psychotherapist Jonathan Neuhaus, LCSW. With a deep passion for human connection, Jonathan is dedicated to supporting our community and empowering individuals through meaningful, person-centered care. His work truly embodies the heart of social work!

Click here to read more about Jonathan!

JFS needs volunteers to help deliver meals and snacks to local schools. Drivers pick up and distribute food to ensure that every child has access to a nutritious meal. Your time can make a real difference in our community—email Melissa Basile-Reolon if you'd like to help!

JFS will be offering Healing Touch Therapy for older adults! This gentle, evidence-based therapy helps balance your physical, emotional, and mental well-being.

For appointments, contact Erin Tishman.

Announcing New SPACE Dates!

To save your spot, contact Melanie Vollono, LMFT, Adolescent & Young Adult Clinical Coordinator

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THANK YOU FOR GENEROUSLY SUPPORTING JFS OF GREENWICH!

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Jewish Family Services of Greenwich

67 Holly Hill Lane | Greenwich, CT 06830

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