Jewish Family and Children's Services

09/11/2026

Shabbat Shalom and Shanah Tova! Hundreds of holiday care bags are going out to isolated seniors, people with disabilities, and families in need this week. Inside each is delicious food, holiday essentials, and the message that their community cares about them.

This New Year is made all the sweeter thanks to the volunteers who attended our Mitzvah Makers Rosh Hashanah Gift Bag Packing events around the Bay Area.

From all of us at JFCS, l'shanah tovah u'metukah—may the new year be sweet, and may you always have somewhere to turn.

📸: Thank you to volunteer photographer Jonathan Gaines for taking photos at our event in Marin.

09/10/2026

⛳ There's still time to join us for the Peninsula Jewish Community Golf Classic supporting the JFCS Food Bank!

Gather your friends, family, or colleagues for a day of golf, camaraderie, and community while helping local families and seniors facing food insecurity. This year, proceeds will provide an entire year of fresh produce for the JFCS Peninsula Food Bank in San Mateo.

📅 Sunday, October 18, 2026
📍Crystal Springs Golf Course

Early bird registration ends September 18—reserve your spot today:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfwm3w7CTmMtvQh3zKyREohAIrU2wSZHMjpAYbfxsbpb7FtRQ/viewform?pli=1&fbzx=-4166997059173396647

09/08/2026

As we welcome the Jewish New Year, join JFCS in kicking off 5787 with compassion and generosity.

The JFCS High Holiday Community Food Drive ensures that essential food and household necessities reach the hands of those who need them most. By giving, you’re helping to fulfill the mitzvah of caring for others at this sacred time of renewal.

You can find drop-off barrels at JFCS offices and various sites in San Francisco, Marin, and the Peninsula now through October 5. For a full list of locations, visit the link in our bio or head to www.jfcs.org/fooddrive.

09/04/2026

For 20 years, Congregation Ner Shalom in Cotati has been building community with adults with disabilities and their families through Celebrations, a program marking Jewish holidays with accessibility and belonging at the center of everything.

Ryan Berman, JFCS Director of Disability Services, spoke with J Weekly about what inclusion looks like in a synagogue setting.

“Make it acceptable for people to move, stim, or step out and return without judgment, offering things like fidget tools and noise-canceling headphones.”

We’re proud to see Ryan’s expertise highlighted and to be part of the conversation around disability inclusion and belonging.

Read the full story: https://jweekly.com/2026/08/06/cotati-synagoge-has-supported-families-with-disabled-kids-now-adults-for-20-years/

08/24/2026

Help families and seniors in need by contributing to the JFCS annual High Holiday Community Food Drive!

The JFCS High Holiday Community Food Drive helps put food and household necessities in the hands of people who need them most.

You can find drop-off barrels at JFCS offices and various sites in San Francisco, Marin, and the Peninsula from now through October 5. For a full list of locations, visit the link in our bio or head to the link: https://ow.ly/axPL50ZB6Vu

JFCS holds an annual food drive during the High Holidays! Give non-perishable items and make sure our regional food pantries are stocked all year round.

08/13/2026

Strong friendships make strong communities—meet Arnie and Tibor.

Arnie is a volunteer with JFCS, and Tibor is a 96-year-old Hungarian Holocaust survivor. Matched through our Friendly Visitors program, the two have spent countless hours together sharing meals, stories, and adventures. Their friendship is a fantastic reminder of how meaningful connection can bring light, dignity, and joy to everyday life.

08/05/2026

Join us for the Peninsula Jewish Community Golf Classic supporting the JFCS Food Bank!

Gather your friends, family, or colleagues and enjoy a day of golf, camaraderie, and community while helping families and seniors facing food insecurity.

This year, the donated proceeds will help provide an entire year of fresh produce for the JFCS Peninsula Food Bank in San Mateo.

📅 Sunday, October 18, 2026 | 8:00am
📍 Crystal Springs Golf Course

Men, women, and teens are all welcome! Early bird registration is available through September 18. Reserve your spot today: https://ow.ly/Jzbt50ZwJ5R

For registration information, email [email protected].

This event is in partnership with Peninsula Temple Beth El, Peninsula Temple Sholom, Peninsula Sinai Congregation, Congregation Beth Jacob, and the PJCC - Peninsula Jewish Community Center.

Sunday, October 18, 2026 at 8:00am Crystal Springs Golf Course - 6650 Golf Course Dr, Burlingame, CA 94010 Contact us: [email protected] Thank you for joining us! Please use this form to register. If you are signing up individually, but wish to be grouped with specific individuals, please lis...

08/03/2026

Develop your leadership skills among likeminded Jewish young adults. Visit our website to learn more.

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07/29/2026

The Shmunis Internship Program is a paid, six-week opportunity for teens to explore careers and gain real work experience. Eva, an intern in the JFCS Marketing Department is taking over our social media this week!