Foster Care Informational Drop-In
2022-05-20 11:00 - 13:00, 2022-05-27 11:00 - 13:00, 2022-06-03 11:00 - 13:00, 2022-06-10 11:00 - 13:00, 2022-06-17 11:00 - 13:00, 2022-06-24 11:00 - 13:00, 2022-07-01 11:00 - 13:00, 2022-07-08 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) and 2 more dates | Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven, 1440 Whalley Avenue, New Haven, CT, 06515, United States
Every Friday in May, JFS will be distributing Foster Care information from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at a special table in front of the agency. Please stop by and learn about the need for foster parents in Connecticut, how you can become a foster parent and how you can change a child’s life by providing guidance, love and a safe home for a child in need.

Sukkot - JFS Office Closed
2022-10-10, 2022-10-11 | CT
The JFS office will be closed on Monday, October 10th and Tuesday, October 11th in observance of Sukkot.

Simchat Torah - JFS Office Closed
2022-10-17, 2022-10-18 | CT
The JFS office will be closed on Monday, October 17th and Tuesday, October 18th in observance of Simchat Torah.

Thanksgiving - Office Closed November 24th & 25th
2022-11-17 08:00 - 17:00 | CT
In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, the JFS office will be closed on Thursday, November 24th and Friday, November 25th. We will resume working on Monday, November 28th. Have a Safe, Happy and Blessed holiday!

Thanksgiving - JFS Office Closed 11/24 - 11/25
2022-11-25 | CT
The JFS office will be closed on Thursday, November 24th and Friday, November 25 for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Office Closed December 26th
2022-12-26 08:00 - 17:00 | CT
In observance of Christmas, the JFS office will be closed on Monday, December 26th. We will resume operations on Tuesday, December 27th.

Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday - Office Closed
2023-01-16 | CT
The JFS office will be closed on Monday, January 16th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Office hours will be resumed on Tuesday, January 17th.

Soup Collection During National Soup Month
2023-01-17 08:30 - 2023-01-31 15:00 | CT
The JFS Food Pantry is in need of canned soup to stock its shelves and what better time to donate than during National Soup Month! We are seeking donations of all things “Soup.” This includes non-perishable hearty meat based soups, kids soups, dry soup mixes, broths (cans or cartons), and microwaveable soups.
Our team is ready to receive your canned soup donations! Small Donations can be dropped off at the JFS Food Pantry, 1440 Whalley Avenue, New Haven on the following dates between 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 18th or 25th or Thursday, January 19th or 26th. If you will be dropping off a large quantity of items or would like to drop off on a different day, please call ahead so we can schedule your donation drop off.
If you have any questions, please contact the Pantry at (203) 397-0796 email shagan@jfsnh.org.

February Pantry Collection - Heart Health Foods & Children's Dental
2023-02-01 08:00 - 2023-02-28 17:00 | Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven, 1440 Whalley Avenue, New Haven, CT, 06515, United States
February is American Heart Month and Children’s Dental Health Month and the JFS Food Pantry will be collecting items in honor of these designations

What better a way to recognize American Heart Month than collecting heart healthy foods! Currently the Pantry is seeking whole grain cereals such as Cheerios or anything with whole grains; Canned Salmon or Oatmeal tubs (Steel cut; Instant or Regular).

In addition, to honor Children’s Dental Health Month, the Pantry is seeking children’s toothpaste and children’s toothbrushes.

Donations can be dropped off at the JFS Food Pantry, 1440 Whalley Avenue, New Haven on Wednesdays and Thursdays between 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. or you can call (203) 397-0796 to schedule an alternative time. Questions can be directed to shagan@jfsnh.org

National Nutrition Month Pantry Collection
2023-03-01 08:00 - 2023-03-31 15:00 | Jewish Family Service of Greater New Haven, 1440 Whalley Avenue, New Haven, CT, 06515, United States
March is National Nutrition Month and the JFS Food Pantry is collecting foods that are of nutritional value to one’s health. Sometimes the foods that are considered the most nutritious (either by their ingredients, vitamin and mineral content, or how they are grown) are also the foods which are typically not donated to a food pantry.

To help promote nutrition the Pantry will be collecting newly purchased shelf stable milk alternatives such as cartons of almond, rice, oat, or other nut based milks; boxed pasta made from chick peas, rice, or other vegetables; organic canned vegetables, organic beans or organic soups and broths. Of course, the Pantry is always in need of other nutritious foods, especially whole grain cereals and small tubs of oatmeal (steel cut, regular and instant). Donations can be dropped off at the JFS Food Pantry, 1440 Whalley Avenue, New Haven on Wednesdays and Thursdays between 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. or you can call (203) 397-0796 to schedule an alternative time. Questions can be directed to shagan@jfsnh.org

Stop & Shop Bloomin 4 Good Promotion March 1-31
2023-03-01 08:00 - 2023-03-31 17:00 | CT
We are so excited to share that the JFS Food Pantry has been selected to benefit from Stop & Shop’s Bloomin’ 4 Good Program, created to fight hunger across the communities they serve.

For the month of March, the JFS Food Pantry will receive $1 for each $10.99 bouquet in the sleeve marked “Bloomin’ 4 Good” from the Stop & Shop Amity (112 Amity Road New Haven). These colorful bouquets will brighten a home or make someone’s day while also supporting the JFS Food Pantry. It’s a win, win situation!

The Bloomin’ 4 Good Bouquets are located in the floral section of the store or you may ask the Amity Stop & Shop Florist for assistance.

Save the Date - Spring Celebration - June 11th
2023-03-30 08:00 - 17:00 | CT

Office Closed for Passover April 6 & 7
2023-04-05 15:00 - 2023-04-07 17:00 | CT
The JFS office is closed for Passover beginning Wednesday, April 5th at 3 p.m. through Monday, April 10th at 9 a.m.

Office Closed for Passover April 12 & April 13
2023-04-12 08:00 - 2023-04-13 17:00 | CT
The JFS office is closed for the ending of Passover on Wednesday April 12 and Thursday, April 13th.

May Food Pantry Collection May 1-26
2023-05-01 08:00 - 2023-05-26 17:00 | JFS Food Pantry, 1440 Whalley Avenue 1st fl, CT, 06515
May Pantry Wish List Items
May is a month with lots of celebrations – from Mother’s Day to preparing to honor upcoming graduates of all ages. Everyone deserves a treat and you can help Pantry visitors celebrate their loved ones with a donation of boxed cake mixes, frosting and cookie mixes.
Also, during May our non-food collection item will be deodorant. Items such as toiletries are not covered under SNAP and deodorant is a frequently requested item. Both women and men’s deodorant is needed.
Donations can be dropped off at the JFS Food Pantry, 1440 Whalley Avenue, New Haven on Wednesdays and Thursdays between 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. or you can call (203) 397-0796 to schedule an alternative time. Questions can be directed to shagan@jfsnh.org

Cafe J Ribbon Cutting at the JCC
2023-05-22 11:00 - 11:30 | JCC of Greater New Haven, 360 Amity Road, Woodbridge, CT, 06525, United States
Join us on May 22nd for the grand opening of Cafe J at 11 a.m. at the JCC, 360 Amity Road, Woodbridge, CT. Moving forward, Café J will be open Monday – Friday from 8 am – 2 pm. For information about mentoring a Chapel Haven student as part of the Café, contact Rachel Scolnic Dobin at rsdobin@jfsnh.org.

Monthly Food Pantry Collection, June 1 - 28
2023-06-01 08:30 - 2023-06-28 12:00 | JFS Food Pantry, 1440 Whalley Avenue 1st fl, CT, 06515
Food Pantry June Wish List
Although Summer officially begins on June 21st, June offers many opportunities prior to summer to join in outside festivities. What better time to collect traditional picnic items. The JFS Food Pantry will be collecting items such as mustard (yellow and spicy); ketchup, relish; mayo, baked beans, and sauerkraut and salad dressing. Help our Pantry visitors celebrate the warmer weather with these common condiments and picnic accompaniments. Our non-food collection items for June are paper towels and napkins.
Donations can be dropped off at the JFS Food Pantry, 1440 Whalley Avenue, New Haven on Wednesdays and Thursdays between 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. or you can call (203) 397-0796 to schedule an alternative time. Questions can be directed to shagan@jfsnh.org

Spring Celebration, Sunday, June 11
2023-06-11 18:00 - 20:30 | CT
The JFS Annual Spring Celebration is scheduled on Sunday, June 11th. Click here to donate or reserve your place.

JFS Annual Meeting
2023-06-29 10:00 - 11:00 | CT
The JFS Annual Meeting by the Board of Directors is scheduled on Thursday, June 29, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. The meeting will be held on Zoom.
Topic: JFS Greater New Haven Annual Meeting
Time: Jun 29, 2023 10:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86336469352?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 863 3646 9352
Passcode: [REDACTED]
