This Passover, more than 1,300 people in our community were able to celebrate with warmth, comfort, and connection — all in ways that honored tradition and preserved dignity. Thanks to a collective effort, individuals and families across our community had equal access to Kosher L’Pesach food and meaningful Seders: 380 households received Passover hampers filled […]
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Led by Rabbi Joshua Corber, the new Director of JACS, the Third Seder brought together more than 50 people for a communal, Seder-inspired evening focused on addiction, recovery, and spiritual liberation. From the moment guests arrived, there was a vibrant energy in the room. People mingled, connected, and filled the space with warm conversation—there wasn’t
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In this year’s Passover campaign letter, we included a special message from Jenny, a client who benefited from a Seder Get-Together Grant in 2024 thanks to the generosity of donors like you. We’re excited to share Jenny’s heartfelt letter with you, as it beautifully captures the warmth, joy, and sense of connection that your gift
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Passport: Mental Health On January 19, JFS, with the generous support of United Way of BC, hosted the inaugural Passport: Mental Health workshops—an inspiring day dedicated to well-being and self-care. In addition to JFS, 10 community non-profits and local mental health and wellness providers engaged attendees through experiential or seminar-type presentations. Throughout the day,
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On December 19, 2024, the most recent Supper Club event, One Family’s Story: A Persian Jewish Journey, brought people together for an evening filled with rich traditions, stories, and flavors. Hosted by JFS staff Golriz Boroomand, the event offered guests an immersive experience into Persian Jewish culture and cuisine. Golriz told her family’s story of
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ASTEH Becomes Sara’s House Sara Ciacci z’l is, in many ways, an urban legend—a name synonymous with impact, compassion, and transformative change in our community. Sara dedicated her life to fighting food insecurity, most notably co-founding the Jewish Food Bank in 1984. She was also a passionate advocate against domestic violence, establishing ASTEH (Alternative Short
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This fall, Barbara Silber celebrated her 75th birthday in a way that truly reflects her generous spirit—by giving back to the community in the spirit of Tikkun Olam. Instead of receiving gifts, Barb and her husband Herb Silber invited family and friends to support a cause close to her heart: The Herb and Barbara Silber
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This fall has brought an expansion of local partnerships for JFS Food Security Programs. These partnerships are enriching lives by increasing food security and advancing food justice. Donations from Locally Owned Farms Two locally owned farms have joined the group of farms providing local produce for JFS Grocery and Meals Programs. Heppell’s Potato Corp. has
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On September 4th, volunteers from all JFS programs were celebrated and thanked at a special Volunteer Appreciation event. JFS staff welcomed our wonderful volunteers to the Vancouver Jewish Community Garden for an evening of light refreshments, entertainment, and a chance to celebrate the many achievements that have been made possible by these dedicated individuals. Charlotte
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This Hunger Action Month, we pause to reflect on our shared journey—40 years of nourishing lives and fostering hope within our community. At JFS, we work year-round to combat hunger and food insecurity, and this month is a reminder of the difference we’ve made together. A Legacy of Compassion Forty years ago, JFS food programs
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