SPECIAL 75TH ANNIVER SARY EDITION
ANNUAL REPORT 2024-2025
MISSION To provide effective and accessible, whole-person care that promotes lifelong selfsufficiency and well-being for the Greater Dallas community.
VISION Self-sufficiency and well-being for all.
VALUES WELCOMING We are a welcoming community that fosters inclusivity and belonging.
RESPONSIVE We respond with integrity to unexpected challenges when they arise.
COMPASSIONATE We provide each client with compassionate care by respecting and addressing their individual needs.
DEDICATED We are a team of dedicated professionals who provide the highest standard of excellence in service.
OUR SERVICES AND PROGRAMS ARE BUILT UPON OUR CORE BELIEFS: Any of us might need help from time to time as we navigate life’s unexpected crises and challenging transitions. An individual’s emotional and physical well-being is the foundation for personal self-sufficiency, strong families, and meaningful social relationships. Each child’s physical, intellectual, and emotional potential can best be realized by growing up in a safe and nurturing environment. All adults want to support themselves, meet family needs, and contribute productively to their community. Older adults should have the option to remain in their own homes for as long as it is safe to do so.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Letter from Leadership__________________________ 1 By the Numbers________________________________ 3 Career and Financial Coaching__________________ 4-5 PLAN (People Living Active Now)________________ 6-7 Holocaust Survivor Care Services________________ 8-9 Services for Older Adults_____________________ 10-11 JFS Northpoint Health Center_________________ 12-13 Behavioral Health Services___________________ 14-15 In-School Services___________________________ 16-17 Food Pantry________________________________ 18-19 Partner Location: PediPlace_____________________ 20 Partner Location: Jubilee Park____________________21 Partner Location: Roseland Counseling Center_____ 22 The Priya Fund_________________________________ 23 Diamond Anniversary Gala____________________24-25 Capital Campaign & Groundbreaking __________ 26-27 Meeting the Moment Donors _________________ 28-29 Foundation & Organizational Supporters ______ 30-31 Volunteers _________________________________ 32-41 JFS Board of Directors _______________________ 42-43 Financials_____________________________________45 JFS Foundation _____________________________ 46-47
ARCHIVAL PHOTOS OF JFS DALLAS
LETTER FROM
LEADERSHIP Dear Friends of Jewish Family Service, The future of Jewish Family Service is taking shape before our eyes. As we look ahead to 2026, we eagerly anticipate the grand opening of the new Jewish Family Service of Dallas Karla & Larry Steinberg Building-- which will be a permanent home that embodies the next chapter of care, connection, and community. This transformational project stands as the ultimate legacy of our 75th Anniversary and a testament to what we can achieve together. This milestone was made possible through the Meeting the Moment campaign. Together, we have turned vision into reality by purchasing a new building, holding a groundbreaking ceremony, and beginning renovations that will allow us to serve our community like never before. As we close this remarkable year, we also celebrate the impact your generosity has already made. JFS Dallas provided whole-person care to 22,000 individuals, supporting emotional, physical, nutritional, and financial health. The Northpoint Health Center completed its first full year of service, delivering compassionate, high-quality primary care to hundreds of patients. And lives were forever changed. The story of this year, and of our 75th anniversary, is one of partnership and purpose. Volunteers, donors, lay leaders, partners, and staff have united to build something extraordinary: not only a new building, but a stronger, more connected community. As you turn the pages of this report, we invite you to imagine all that lies ahead. Together, we are building a foundation for the future; to ensure JFS Dallas continues to meet the moment for every individual and family who turns to us for help. Thank you for your generosity, your trust, and your belief in the work we do. You have brought us to this moment, and with your continued partnership, we will open our doors in February 2026 ready to serve—stronger than ever. With gratitude and excitement,
Cathy Barker President & CEO
Julie Gothard Board Chair
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ARCHIVAL PHOTOS OF JFS DALLAS
BY THE
NUMBERS Guided by our Jewish values, Jewish Family Service takes a holistic approach to serving our community, offering comprehensive health services that address physical, emotional, nutritional, and financial health. During our 75th anniversary year, we are proud to have served 22,000 individuals in our community (August 1, 2024-July 31, 2025).
1,330
729
students received in-school services
22,000 unduplicated individuals received services
560
individuals attended group career & financial coaching seminars
328
368
clients received family violence intervention
1,206
clients accessed 1:1 career or financial coaching
clients received behavioral health services
clients received chaplaincy services
10,480
450
patients received care at the JFS Northpoint Health Center
individuals received healthy groceries from the Food Pantry
108
children received play therapy
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Career & Financial Coaching BY THE NUMBERS
78%
of job seekers who utilized one-on-one career coaching reported securing part time or full time employment
368 clients received career or financial related services
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students from seven countries completed one or more of the 12-week ESL courses
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local banks have partnered with JFS to present the Building Financial Power series
729 Individuals attended a seminar, webinars, networking events
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Services Include Career Coaching: Career Assessment Career Coaching Career Development Expert Seminars Interview Training Job Leads Job Market Analysis Job Search Strategies Networking Skills & Resources Networking Groups Referrals Resume Development LinkedIn & Social Media Usage 12- Week ESL Course
Financial Coaching: Banking Seminars Budget Planning Community Resources Compensation Analysis Credit Coaching Credit Report / Score Review Debt Reduction Plans Emergency Savings Financial Behavior Coaching Financial Education Government Resources Salary Negotiation Savings Plans
View full list of resources and trainings on our website: www.jfsdallas.org/cfs
Banking partners from Wells Fargo led a seminar on Financial Fraud and Scams as part of the Building Financial Power webinar series.
Partnering with Local Banks for the “Building Financial Power” Webinar Series Over the past year, JFS Dallas has partnered with 14 local banks to offer free financial coaching webinars—with over 200 individuals joining and eager to build their financial knowledge. Each month, banking experts present on a different topic related to building financial confidence and knowledge. Topics have included Investing Basics, How to Spot a Cyber Scam, Business Banking Basics, and Building a Savings Plan for Retirement, and many more. For more information about the Building Financial Power series go to www.jfsdallas.org/BFP 5
PLAN (People Living Active Now) Learn more at www.planntx.org
BY THE NUMBERS
110 individuals received services from PLAN, including peer support, case management, family support, and employment training
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94%
of members reported making progress toward their goals, and feel in control of their lives.
97%
of members have reported that their lives have improved since joining
90%
of members have reported needing fewer ER services for psychiatric reasons in the past year
PLAN offers access to licensed therapists from JFS Dallas, who provide specialized care for individuals living with serious mental illness (SMI) as well as support for their family members. Services are offered on a sliding scale and are available to all, regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, or ability to pay. Therapeutic services include: Individual Therapy Group Therapy
PLAN @ 1121 Rock is is the first accredited Clubhouse in Dallas for adults living with severe and persistent mental illness and offers opportunities for members to realize their full potential through: Access to clinical services Advocacy and stigma reduction A structured Work-Ordered Day Case management Collaboration with other Clubhouses Housing support Meaningful volunteer opportunities Social and community engagement Support for achieving educational goals Transitional employment and vocational rehabilitation
PLAN members benefit from access to Case Management, securing access to medical and psychiatric care, navigating benefits, housing referrals, and coordination of care with family or caregivers. Members also are able to receive Peer Support services to encourage and promote wellness, stability, and independence. Peer Support Specialists have experience in dealing with mental health issues and have specialized training to help their peers move past their own difficulties.
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Holocaust Survivor Care Services BY THE NUMBERS
71
195
individuals received Uniper systems in their homes over the past five years, helping them stay connected, engaged, and supported
Holocaust survivors received JFS services in the past five years
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$998,040
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98
was distributed to Holocaust survivors last year, to cover the cost of homecare services, emergency assistance, funeral and medical costs, dental and equipment needs, and meaningful holiday gift cards
Holocaust survivors have been matched with a Friendly Visitor volunteer for ongoing companionship and support
survivors received comprehensive support, including therapy, case management, and socialization programs
Services Include Comprehensive Case Management Clinical Health Psychology services Compensation and Benefits Assistance
New Russian-Speaking Case Manager Expands Support for Survivors
Counseling for Survivors and Their Caregivers
Jelena, our new Russian-Speaking Case
Emergency Financial Assistance
Manager, has already made a tremendous
Friendly Visitor Program
impact
Homecare and Housekeeping
Survivors. Originally from Estonia, she is a
Kosher Home-Delivered Meals
native Russian speaker and is also fluent in
Supported Visits to the Food Pantry
Hebrew, having lived in Israel as well.
on
our
work
with
Holocaust
Outreach and Education Trauma and Resilience Community Education
Her addition to the team has been
Uniper Virtual System
invaluable, as approximately 80% of our
Plus, clients have access to the full range of JFS
clients are from the Former Soviet Union
services including services for Older Adults
(FSU). Many have limited English proficiency, and some do not have family members who can assist with translation. With Jelena’s support, clients feel more comfortable and understood, and we’ve received wonderful feedback about how meaningful it is to have her on staff. In addition to strengthening communication, Jelena
Services are provided with generous funding from:
has
allowed
us
to
administer
assessment tools that are validated and standardized in Russian. This has greatly enhanced the quality of care we can provide. Most recently, with the launch of the BNF Claims
Conference
financial
assistance
program addressing food insecurity among those living under the poverty line, we have been able to add about 35 new Survivors under our care, most of whom are from the FSU. Jelena’s role has been essential in reaching and supporting these clients.
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Volunteers Nora Silverfeld, Debbie Scheinberg and daughter packing meals at JFS Dallas for delivery to homebound older adults.
Services for Older Adults BY THE NUMBERS
375 older Adults served became 1:1 clients of JFS
95% of Older Adult clients remained independent in their own homes
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560
received chaplaincy support from Rabbi Wolk
253
older adults received counseling services
300
people were connected to resources through information and referral calls
14,440
kosher meals were delivered to more than one hundred homebound individuals
Services Include Assessment and Care Management Community Chaplaincy Counseling and Psychotherapy for Individuals Counseling for Adult Children of Older Adults Friendly Visitors Holocaust Survivor Care (see p. 8) Indigent Burial Kosher Home-Delivered Meals Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s Disease or Related Dementias Services Psychiatric Consultation Referral Information Support Groups Learn more about these services online at: www.jfsdallas.org/OlderAdults
Perry Zidow, Volunteer, delivering Passover packages to members of the community
A Message of Appreciation From a Kosher Home Delivered Meal Client Dear Mrs. Leibensberger: Just a few words to tell you how much I appreciate the help you have given me. It has made my aging a little bit easier to cope with. It is so nice to face one’s hardship less in these trying times. G-d will help you and again help you in the future also. Thank you note written by the recipient of Kosher Home Delivered Meals, addressed to Deborah Leibensberger, Director of Older Adult Programs.
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JFS Northpoint Health Center BY THE NUMBERS
214
450
individual patients receive ongoing care for one or more chronic conditions
patients received medical care at the JFS Northpoint Health Center in the past year
14%
207 individuals completed evidencebased and skill-building education related to physical activity and/or healthy eating 12
65 individuals, who are at least 6 years old or older, received an immunization at the JFS Northpoint Health Center
of patients of the medical clinic are children under age 18
11% of patients at the medical clinic are seniors over age 65
Services Include Adult Annual Physicals Pediatric Annual Physicals Integrated Behavioral Health Services Cancer Screenings Chronic Disease Management Routine Health Exams Sick Visits Sports Physicals Vaccinations Other Medical Services
Learn more about these services, clinic hours, providers, and location on our website at www.jfsdallas.org/HealthCenter
Hannah McConnell, LCSW, Integrated Behavioral Health Clinician, and Becky Nurko, Community Health Worker, share healthy snacks at the JFS Northpoint Health Center Back-to-School Event.
More Than Medical Care: A Community That Truly Speaks Their Language By Becky Nurko, Trilingual Community Health Worker (Spanish, Hebrew, English)
We’ve had the privilege of helping an older couple, let’s call them *David and Ruth. Just three weeks after moving from Israel, they were trying to navigate a new life in a new country. Their family members in Dallas connected them with the JFS Northpoint Health Center, where our team of Community Health Workers welcomed them. Our team quickly assessed their needs and connected them with the Holocaust Survivor Care Program, providing support tailored to their unique background. We also enrolled them in our Food Pantry program to help meet their immediate nutritional and kosher food needs, and guided them through the process of applying for health insurance programs they were eligible for.
*Image is not of actual client. Name and photo changed for privacy.
It has only been a few months since their initial intake, but I can already see that David and Ruth not only have affordable access to medical care— they also feel supported, seen, and part of a caring community that speaks their languages, Hebrew and Russian.
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Behavioral Health Services BY THE NUMBERS
872
Behavioral Health clients are adults
334
Behavioral Health clients are children
328
Families received family violence intervention
1,206 Individuals received behavioral health services
108 Children under the age of 9 received play therapy
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Services Include Crisis Intervention Psychosocial Assessment PLAN - People Living Active Now (see p. 6) Marital/Family Counseling Parent/Child Support Individual Counseling In-School Services (see p. 16) Case Management Group Therapy Children’s Play Therapy
Children’s Play Therapy includes painting, building, sensory activities, and guided play to help kids express themselves.
Safety Planning
Learn more about Behavioral Health Services for children & adults on our website: www.jfsdallas.org
Supporting the Whole Child: How Collaboration in Care Has Led to Success By Beth Coles, LPC-S, Director of Children’s Services
At JFS Dallas, we strive for whole-person care, and this was clear in the case of a young preschooler we supported earlier this year. Her teachers noticed behavioral challenges in the classroom and weren’t sure how to help. When the school administrator reached out to our team, we worked closely with the child, observing her in class for several weeks and developing a comprehensive plan that was developmentally appropriate and easy for her teachers to follow.
*Representative photo – not actual client.
We also included medical recommendations to address factors that could be affecting her ability to manage a full day, and held several meetings with her parents, the school staff, and our early childhood interventionist. In addition, we referred the child for play therapy and supported her parents through consultation.
By aligning all caregivers and our treatment team on one plan, we were able to help her make meaningful progress. This experience reinforced for me how our interdisciplinary approach allows us to provide compassionate, coordinated care that truly makes a difference for children and families in our community. 15
In-School Services Services are provided with generous funding from:
BY THE NUMBERS
1,330 students received one or more service from the JFS School Team
1,626 parent interactions
217 78 teacher trainings 16
teachers and administrators received support / interventions
8,243 individual services provided to students, teachers, parents, and school administrative staff
195
educational screenings and evaluations by a school interventionist
23
students were evaluated by the Licensed Specialist School Psychology
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Jewish Day Schools (from preschool - 12th grade) offer in-school services
EARLY CHILDHOOD INTERVENTION SERVICES: PRESCHOOL An Intervention Specialist partners with parents, teachers, and administrators to support preschoolers' behavioral, academic, and social development. Individual plans are created for students with identified needs, often in coordination with diagnostic testing, speech/language therapy, occupational therapy, or play therapy. Classroom observations help assess both student and classroom needs. Schools Served: JCC Preschool, Akiba Yavneh Academy Preschool, Torah Day School of Dallas Preschool, Anshai Torah Preschool, Chabad of Dallas Preschool
ACADEMIC INTERVENTION SERVICES: K-12 In Depth Academic Screenings, Individualized Education Plans, Direct Academic Intervention in all subject areas, Student Coaching and Executive Function Support, Indirect Academic Intervention, Parent Support, Consultation and Collaboration, Connection with JFS and Community Resources, Teacher Mentoring, and more. Schools Served: Torah Day School of Dallas, Mesorah High School for Girls, Texas Torah Institute, Levine Academy, Cheder Chabad
SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY Articulation, Stuttering, Voice, Receptive Language, Expressive Language, Pragmatic Language, Parent Education Sessions, Teacher Inservices and more. Schools served: JCC Preschool, Akiba Yavneh Academy, Torah Day School, Anshai Torah Preschool, Chabad of Dallas Preschool, Cheder Chabad, Levine Academy, Chabad of Plano, Mesorah High School for Girls 17
Food Pantry BY THE NUMBERS
Learn more at www.jfsdallas.org/FoodPantry
140,000
850,526
diapers and wipes distributed
pounds of food were distributed, 90% of which met the healthy food guidelines outlined by NTFB
520 “Bridge Boxes” filled with emergency essentials distributed
10,480 individuals received groceries from the Food Pantry including: 6,480 Adults 3,378 Children 622 Older Adults 18
156
105
families requested kosher and/or holiday specific food
families received gifts at the Holiday Market
Empowering Families Through Client-Choice Food Assistance The JFS Food Pantry serves individuals from 23 zip codes and operates as a client-choice pantry, allowing individuals to walk the aisles and select the foods they prefer. Each visit provides a month’s worth of groceries at no cost. The pantry stocks a core selection of nutritious items, including canned fruits and vegetables, frozen meat and poultry (Glatt kosher options available), dairy, and household staples, alongside donated items such as baked goods, chef-prepared meals, and fresh produce.
Each week, volunteers stock the JFS Food Pantry with fresh produce and other shelf stable items
These donations come from partnerships with local food banks and grocery stores, as well as generous contributions from community members.
One of the Most Meaningful Experiences of My Life By Anonymous JFS Employee, Food Pantry “Last summer, I was driving home from work when I saw a houseless individual lying in the grass on the side of Montfort Rd. I wasn’t sure if they were still breathing, so I stopped to check. They were alive and suffering drug withdrawals. I called 911, gave this individual my card, and pointed to our building, encouraging them to come to JFS for help. Two weeks later, they arrived at the food pantry. We sat down together, and I helped connect them with the right services. Over the next eight months, they continued to receive support, coming back each month. They were honest about struggles along the way, but gradually, things began to change—they found a small apartment, picked up odd jobs, and started rebuilding their life.
By the next summer, they stopped coming to the pantry, and I worried about them. Then, in the fall, someone walked in to JFS dressed in business attire, clean, healthy, and confident. It was the same person I had met last summer. They wanted to thank me and the entire JFS team for helping them. At that time, they had been sober for nearly a year, started a full time job, reconnected with family and friends, rented a house, and were now helping others struggling with addiction and homelessness through another nonprofit. Since then, they’ve even donated food and supplies to the food pantry. Seeing someone transform their life and then give back to help others has been one of the most meaningful experiences of my time at JFS”.
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PediPlace JFS Clinicians Provide Integrated Emotional Health Support at PediPlace Clinics in Lewisville & Denton Since 2021, JFS Dallas has proudly partnered with PediPlace to provide emotional and behavioral health support for children, teens, and their parents/caregivers.
Myah Dhesi, MS, LPC
Shatavia Andrews, MS, LPC
At PediPlace’s pediatric clinics in Lewisville and Denton, JFS Clinicians, Myah Dhesi and Shatavia Andrews offer weekly counseling sessions and work closely with medical staff to deliver holistic, integrated care. While PediPlace serves over 5,000 patients each year, JFS clinicians support a growing number of those children and families through targeted Behavioral health services.
A Year of Growth at PediPlace Denton By Shatavia Andrews, Play Therapist It has been an exciting year for me at the PediPlace Denton location! When I first started on August 19, 2024, the Denton office hadn’t even opened yet. Since then, I’ve moved in, assembled furniture, gathered toys—and most importantly, started seeing patients. Over the past year, I’ve welcomed around 55 new patients at the Denton office and we’ve held sessions well into the hundreds. When I first arrived, my office was just a bare conference room. But with a little hard work and a lot of creativity— my specialty—I’ve transformed it into a warm, welcoming space that my patients and I truly enjoy. My caseload continues to grow, and referrals keep coming in!
Play Therapy Room at PediPlace in Denton
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Jubilee Park JFS Dallas at Jubilee Park: Meeting Mental Health Needs in Southeast Dallas Community Since 2017, JFS Dallas has been proud to partner with Jubilee Park & Community Center to bring free, confidential Behavioral health counseling directly to the 62-block community of Jubilee Park located in Southeast Dallas. At the Jubilee Park Community Clinic, Jessica Castillo, Behavioral Health Clinician, provides culturally responsive, bilingual care tailored to children, teens, and families. From individual counseling to parenting education, JFS creates a safe, supportive space where residents can manage stress, address trauma, and build emotional resilience.
Jessica Castillo Ortiz, Psy.D
Working at Jubilee has been incredibly rewarding By Jessica Castillo Ortiz, Behavioral Health Clinician Working at Jubilee Community Center for almost two years has been a truly rewarding experience. One standout moment that captures the heart of this work is my ongoing therapeutic relationship with an 11-year-old pre-teen girl of Hispanic background. When we began, she was struggling with anxiety and emotional regulation. Over time, she has grown tremendously, gaining tools to express herself and manage her feelings in healthy ways. A big part of her progress is tied to her experience in our teen activity room— a really special and inviting space designed for creativity and healing. Thanks to the modern and thoughtfully designed space we have at our community center and clinic, this room offers a wide variety of expressive tools, including arts and crafts, puzzles, board games, a sandbox, Play-Doh, and beaded bracelet materials. She always comes in excited and looks forward to using this space as her own outlet for connection and healing. Seeing her joy and confidence grow through this process has been incredibly moving. It’s a powerful reminder of the importance of culturally responsive, play-based, and trauma-informed care.
Teen activity room at Jubilee Park
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Roseland Counseling Center Roseland Counseling Center The Roseland Counseling Center was established in July 2019 through a partnership between Roseland Partners and JFS Dallas to provide behavioral health counseling and supportive services to residents of Old East Dallas and surrounding neighborhoods. Home to more than 2,000 individuals, the Roseland communities help residents access affordable housing and supportive resources.
Jessica Castillo Ortiz, Psy.D
Services are provided by Jessica Castillo, JFS Behavioral Health Clinician, and include therapy for children and adults, family counseling, and workshops on selfcare. Appointments can be made via phone or email. The center helps with issues like stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship problems, and more, aiming to improve the mental well-being of its community.
“I am now focused on my goals in life and trying the best I can to improve my mental health.” By Anonymous Roseland Community Resident
I am a survivor and therapy has helped me express myself and share personal things that I wouldn’t share with anyone else. My therapist is there each week and it’s a wonderful time for me to sit down and talk about anything that is going on in my life, sad or happy. I can freely discuss my feelings in a confidential space. My therapist also has a welcoming office with everything we can need. We can draw, play games and talk about anything, it’s comfortable….My therapist is nice, friendly and smart… I always tell others that the therapy in Roseland is a wonderful place to go. Before therapy, I was struggling to find individualized care that was accessible and affordable. I appreciate Roseland and the community and the resources they have. I was still alarmed and scared that I could lose everything because I had a hard time trusting people. I am now focused on my goals in life and trying the best I can to improve my mental health. 22
*Representative photo – not actual client.
The Priya Fund The Priya Fund is Helping Grow Jewish Families The Priya Fund was established by a Dallas family who received help during their infertility challenge, and exists to provide financial support to local Jewish couples for fertility treatments or adoption costs. As part of Jewish Family Service’s whole-person care approach, Priya grant recipients can also access counseling and other supportive services while they navigate the journey of starting a family. *Representative photo – not actual client.
BY THE NUMBERS
$20,300 2
of funds were distributed for families to pay for fertility treatments
couples received financial grants from The Priya Fund
100%
of couples who receive Priya grants are practicing members of the Dallas Jewish community
Learn more at www.jfsdallas.org/Priya
*Representative photo – not actual client.
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75GALA Diamond
Anniversary
Thursday, May 8, 2025 We proudly celebrated 75 years of impact at our Diamond Anniversary Gala, bringing together our community to honor the past, present, and future of JFS Dallas.
THANK YOU EVENT CO-CHAIRS
We were especially grateful to recognize our Honorary Chairs for their leadership in helping raise $40 million for the Meeting the Moment campaign.
CO-CHAIRS Lori & Mike Cohen Ann & Michael Ochstein Karla & Larry Steinberg Julie & Michael Zimmermann
President and CEO Cathy Barker also highlighted the establishment of the JFS Response Fund, generously supported by attendees, to help meet moments of crisis in our community. Special thanks to our Co-Chairs for hosting an inspiring event. The evening was filled with excitement, including music by the Jordan Kahn Orchestra, and celebrated the profound impact our community has made on those we serve over the past 75 years.
HONORARY CHAIRS In recognition of their dedication to the future of JFS and exceptional leadership, we thank and honor our Capital Campaign Leadership Team. Sharon & Eric Goldberg Ynette & Jim Hogue Susie & Joel Litman Stanley Rabin Jackie & Steve Waldman Donald Zale
VIEW DIGITAL PROGRAM BOOK
THANK YOU TO OUR TITLE SPONSOR
WATCH RETROSPECTIVE VIDEO
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Michael Fleisher, Former JFS CEO, smiles with Cathy Barker, Current JFS President & CEO.
Sam L. Susser, Chairman and CEO of Susser Bank, title sponsor of the Diamond Anniversary Gala.
Julie Gothard, JFS Board Chair, delivers remarks at the Gala.
Past JFS Board Chairs Les Weisbrod, Bill Roth, and Joel Litman pose with Michael Fleisher.
Ann Ochstein, Julie Grodin, and Janyce Steinbrecher
Susser Bank CEO Sam L. Susser and wife, Catherine dancing to live music by the Jordan Kahn Orchestra.
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Capital Campaign & Groundbreaking Meeting the Moment at the Gorundbreaking of the Jewish Family Service Karla and Larry Steinberg Building
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On September 26, 2024, nearly 400 community leaders, partners, donors, staff, and volunteers gathered to celebrate the groundbreaking of the new Jewish Family Service Karla and Larry Steinberg Building. Just a mile from our current office, this new 100,000-square-foot facility will enable JFS Dallas to expand services and meet the growing needs of our community for decades to come.
President & CEO Cathy Barker launched the public phase of the $40 million Meeting the Moment campaign, sharing plans to expand behavioral health services, add a second medical and first dental clinic, reimagine the food pantry, and serve even more clients. Karla and Larry Steinberg, joined by their son Oliver, spoke about their philanthropic journey and inspiration for their lead gift to the campaign.
The ceremony highlighted JFS’s 75-year legacy and honored the visionaries behind this milestone. Town of Addison Mayor, Bruce Arfsten welcomed the community, Rabbi Mordechai Harris connected the moment to Jewish tradition of dedication, and Board Chair Julie Gothard reflected on JFS’s anniversary year of growth. Campaign leaders Jim and Ynette Hogue, Steve Waldman, Stan Rabin, Don Zale, Eric Goldberg, and Joel Litman were recognized for their commitment, with Litman sharing his personal journey with JFS Dallas spanning four decades.
The ceremony concluded with community leaders “turning the dirt,” marking the official start of construction on JFS’s future home— which is set to open in Spring 2026!
Learn more about the plans for the new building online at www.jfsdallas.org/NewHome
Meeting the Moment
(Left to right) Karla Steinberg, Oliver Steinberg, Larry Steinberg, and Ilana Steinberg share a family moment during the Groundbreaking Ceremony.
We thank our generous donors of the Meeting the Moment Campaign. Their vision and commitment have made it possible for Jewish Family Service to expand our reach, strengthen our services, and build the foundation for the future.
Lead Gifts Anonymous Candy and Ike Brown Family Communities Foundation of Texas W.W. Caruth, Jr. Fund The Dekelboum Family Foundation Feldman Foundation TX Byrna & Joe Funk • Lyda Hill Foundation Hillcrest Foundation Leslie and David Katz •
Cathy Barker, President & CEO, delivers remarks to launch the public phase of the Meeting the Moment Campaign.
Ann and Nate Levine Family Mike A. Myers Foundation Muriel and Ralph Pinkus Barbara* and Stanley Rabin The Rees-Jones Foundation Harold Simmons Foundation Karla and Larry Steinberg The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation DJ and Les Weisbrod M.B. and Edna Zale Foundation
(left to right) Eric Goldberg, Weezie Margolies, Julie Gothard, Andrew Kaufman, and Seth Margolies symbolically break ground to kick off renovations for the new building.
*List updated August 2025
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Meeting the Moment Donors
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• Fund of Dallas Jewish Community Foundation
* of Blessed Memory
• Fund of Dallas Jewish Community Foundation
* of Blessed Memory
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Foundation, Corporate, and Organizational Supporters
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Nazareth & Aprili Hinckson
Bruce Arfsten, Town of Addison Mayor
Carey Nottingham & Sally Gleason
Valda McClain & Harriet Cohen
Addison Police Department
Sharon & Eric Goldberg 31
Volunteers BY THE NUMBERS
25,464 combined volunteer hours
1,193 total number of volunteers across all departments of JFS Dallas
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85% of available volunteer shifts were filled
214
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volunteers gave their time helping in multiple departments
corporate groups volunteered
community groups volunteered
Volunteer Opportunties View full list of volunteer opportunities at www.jfsdallas.org/Volunteer Food Pantry Opportunities every day of the week to distribute food to clients, restock shelves, sort through donations, and more. Friendly Visitors Friendly visitors are trained volunteers who are matched with older adults in our community to provide companionship by visiting and spending time together. Children’s Behavioral Health Support children’s behavioral health services by helping clean and prepare play therapy rooms and assisting with other tasks that promote children’s well-being. Holiday Packages Assemble and deliver baskets all over North Dallas for both Passover and Rosh Hashanah, bringing holiday greetings as a reminder of the love and support they have from JFS and the community.
Kosher Home Delivered Meals Package and deliver pre-cooked meals to homebound older adults. Special Events Volunteer at special events, including annual fundraisers, the Kosher Chili-Cook Off, Community Celebrations, Health Fairs, and more. Corporate Groups Join us for a day of volunteerism for your company working in the Food Pantry or assisting with various projects around JFS. Clerical Assist JFS administratively with printing tributes, preparing mailings, database management and dayto-day tasks. Supply Drives Collect needed food, hygiene items, diapers, and holiday gifts to support the JFS Food Pantry.
Volunteering with JFS has truly been a lifechanging experience for me. By Max Lefeld, Food Pantry Volunteer
Volunteering with JFS Dallas has truly been a life-changing experience for me. As a proud Venezuelan American, I am incredibly thankful for the support you have provided to the Venezuelan diaspora, those fleeing persecution and seeking help. However, our impact goes beyond just helping families from my home country; we also make a meaningful difference in our community. What I love most about our food pantry at JFS Dallas is our mission to help anyone in need without judgment. I feel deeply honored to be a part of your team.
Max Lefeld posing with his JFS ID Badge during his time as an Ameri Corps volunteer.
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Granite Construction
Corporate Volunteer Groups Volunteer Groups Include America's Credit Union
Goldman Sachs
Appfolio
Imprimis Group
Ares in Motion
Johnson and Johnson
AT&T
KPMG
Bank of America
Santander
Beazley
State Farm
Comerica Jewish Heritage
Structure Tone Southwest
Employee Resource Group
Sunwest
Dallas Capital Bank
Texas Instruments
Deloitte EY Fairmont Management Flagship Granite Construction
corporate groups volunteered at JFS
Texas Mutual Insurance Weitzman Group Wells Fargo WISE Resource Development
Community Partner of the Year
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Comerica Bank
Texas Instruments
Deloitte
Texas Mutual Insurance
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Volunteers Bruce Abel Terry Abel Cheryl Acks Shay Adams Ade Agho Razmeen Ahmed Avery Akolkar Lauren Akolkar Riley Akolkar Trinay Akula Kamalesh Danielle Alexander Carlyna Allard Abbie Alter Lucy Alter Sarah Ames Ashley Amos Manuel Andrade Rachel Andres Paul Andro ATT Be The Neighbor Beth Torah Goldman Sachs Service with a Purpose Barbara Antebi Daniela Appel Gila Appel Jay Arbetter Jorge Arellano Timothy Arrington Salome Asatiani Ricky Ashton Eliya Asoulin-Handelman Kerry Assa Moosai Assefa Jack Atkin Jaegger Ault Dafna Aviram Haya Azaria
Madu Azubogu Dustin Baker Jama Ball Nicole Banks Heidi Barath Alexander Barber Melissa Barber Cathy Barker Lawrence Barney Lynne Baron Robert Baron Daniel Barrera John Barta Joseph Barth Rhonda Bassel-Duby Brendan Baum Langston Baylor Judy Bazarsky Jose Behar Tracy Bell Lasondra Bellard Adi Beltzman Ariel Beltzman Lydia Belzer Deborah Benita Brandan Bennett Leetal Ben-Simon Brittany Benton Steven Berger Nathaniel Berhane Lauren Berk David Berman Samuel Bernal Joan Bernbaum Misty Bernknopf Hadar Bernstein Ryan Bernstein Merab Bezabh Shaurya Bhalla
Rachel Biblo Dinora Bicas Mark Biggers Abbey Blessing Aimee Bloom Griffin Bloom Jonathan Blum Mia Blum Zoe Blum Sandra Bodzin Beverly Bond Kathi Bonner Kurt Bonnett Michelle Boone Nolan Boone Philip Booth Albert Borland Melissa Bowers Lauren Bowles Bonnie Boyle Datreon Bradfield Micah Bradley Maureen Brenner Gitty Brisk Arlene Brodsky Hope Browden Barry Brown Marshall Brown Steven Brown Janet Bubis Beckham Buell Harper Buell Rebecca Buell Ryan Buell Eugene Bueno Kristyn Bunt Valeree Burns Patricia Diane Bush Cale Buskin
Brenda Butnick Scott Butnick Mario Caballero Ann Caddell Sara Caletka Wendell Callaway Carolina Campos Zach Cannon Yanela Carpenter Karina Carrasco Sergio Carrasco Charles Carroll Manyvanh Carroll Carolyn Carson Mirnel Castellano Dana Castellanos Kathryn Cates Miranda Caywood-Diaz Leslie Ceballos Michael Cervantes Esha Chandra Cadence Charland Benjamin Charney David Charney Jennifer Charney Juan Chavez May Chen Remi Chen Adam Chesler Lara Choi David Chortek Sunhae Chung Robert Clark Carolyn Clayton Jacqueline Clemens Robert Clifton Sam Cody Harrison Cohan
Akiva Cohen Andrea Cohen Gabe Cohen Michael Cohen Pamela Cohen Rachel Cohen Reese Cohen Tikva Cohen Leslie Cohn-Wein Jessica Coker Jo Coleman Madison Colen Margaret Colpa Toni Colquitt Ronna Combs Chanthini Connor Jacob Constantin Ethan Contino Adriana Contreras Judith Cordell Joanie Corley Camille Cornuaud Elaine Cornuaud Lauralee Cornuaud Andrea Corona Barriga Madison Cox Cameron Crabbe Melanie Crane Cantor Don Croll Colton Crow Matthew Cruz Meghan Cuddihy Brent Culhane Carol Cumonow Erin Czarnecki Alexandra Dabrowski Lisa Dabrowski Benjamin Daitch
Lauren Daitch Gabriela Dalfen Jerry Danis Ashlie Dansbee Cynthia Dashiell Haley Dashiell Deborah Dauber Emily Davidson Gail Davidson Emily Davis Jacob Davis Ryan Davis Jacob Day Hugues de la Vergne Fnu Deepanshi Jamie Denison Katy Dennis-Bishop Rebecca Deutsch LeNora Devine Carys Diamond Odelia Diaz Maegan Dixon Alyssa Dolman Gina Domingo Ali Dorn Jennifer Downey Claire Drexel Kathryn Drexel Debra Driscoll Victoria Dube Deborah Dubsky Carlos Duke Kristy Durkin Monica Ebaugh Christina Eby Donna Edge Heather Eger Reese Eger Sherry Ehrhart Sarah Eichhorn Natalie Eilat Adielle Einstein Ayala Elbaz Sharon Ellenberg Maxine Ellenbogen Fonda Ellis Melissa Ellis Leah Engelberg Victoria English Jordan Envani Alyson Epstein Donald Epstein Joanne Epstein Micah Epstein Innocente Escamilla Juan Escobar
Pamela Escudero Salas Frances Esparza Moises Espino Rami Espinosa Angel Esquivel John Evans Patricia Evans Ronan Evans Sydney Evans Olufemi Fadare Leslie Farin Tamila Fathi Hugh Feferman Tammy Feferman Neve Felder Tracy Feltman Annie Fetter Rachel Fetter Rick Fetterman Debra Finney Bailey Fisher Laurel Fisher Mark Fisher Wendi Fitzgerald Roy Flegenheimer Colleen Fleming Basilisa Florido Lisa Florido Kathleen Foley Michele Forman Kathleen Foster Charles Frank Sheila Frank Billy Franklin Hudson Frazier Jen Frazier Matthew Freeman Sharon Freeman Helen Frenkel Veronica Frey Aaron Friedman Ety Friedman Grant Friedman Melissa Froese Lindsay Fryar MaryMargaret Fryar Silas Fuchs Mckenzie Fulton Barbra Furman Benjamin Furman Harrison Gaines Luis Galarza Bryan Galen Michele Galen Merle Gallant Laura Gallichio
Revka Gamero Melody Gamliel Beatriz Gandara Alison Garahan Zsuzsanna Garai Nithya Garapaty Samara Garcia Zaira Garcia Linda Garner Dylan Gaswirth Garrett Gaswirth Marsha Gaswirth Tecle Gebremicheal Miriam Gehan Isaac Gian Howard Gilberg Brenda Gilbert Amanda Gildersleeve Katelin Gildersleeve Tom Gildersleeve Nina Gildor Beth Giles Ethan Gill Marie Gill E'Ona Gillis Sharon Ginchansky Zoe Ginchansky Solace Gironda Racquelle Givens George Gladstone Jennifer Gladstone Linda Glauben Rachelle Glazer Sally Gleason Sudhir Goel Aahana Goenka Aashi Goenka Laurie Goetz Louise Gold Eric Goldberg Lisa Goldberg Sharon Goldberg Tobe Goldberg Neil Goldblatt Abigail Goldstein Devorah Goldstein Greta Goldstein Jonah Goldstein Sawyer Goldstein Lawrence Goldsticker Barbara Gollman Rick Golman Fernando Gonzalez Jake Gonzalez Paola Gonzalez Pedro Gonzalez
Emma Goode Kimberly Goode Renee Goodfriend Lynne Goodman Nina Goodman Angie Gordon David Gordon Gerri Gordon Ruth Gordon Julie Gothard Karen Gottschalk Diya Govindasamy Shyam Gowda Francine Gratt Gwendolyn Green Stefanie Green Hadar Greenberg Kimberly Greenfield Cindy Gremmel David Greving Marc Grossfeld Robert Grossman Vanessa GrossMarino Eduardo Guerra Elizabeth Guerrero SIB Guest Araceli Guillermo Patricia Gulledge Caroline Gundersen Shriyans Gupta Vidhi Gupta Esther Gurovich Barbara Guskin Joel Guskin Leah Guskin Gabrielle Guthrie Jeffrey Haggard Janvier Hall Leslie Hall Nancy Hall Nolen Hallman Yoni Hammerman Elizabeth Hammond Reoot Harel Katina Harper Jamila Harris Shehla Hasanali Hart Haskin Marvin Hassell Robin Hawes David Haws Lena Hay Aiden Hazan Joanne Hazan Peggy Heller Kiona Henderson
Audrey Hendrick Geralyn Hendrick Katelyn Herlitz Coral Hernandez Efren Hernandez Marco Hernandez Shawna Herridge Jonathan Herskovitz Kathryn Hill Natalia Hinkley Veronica Hinojosa Roy Hobbs Alexandria Hoenich Cindy Hollocker Amili Holmes Sarah Holmes Abigail Holt Kathie Holt Jason Hopper Ryan Horton Charles Horwitz Bill Houston Heather Howard Kirsten Howard Baylee Howell Celeste Hubbard William Hubbell Melissa Hurta Athena Huynh Tatiana Iarve Greyson Ikemeier Natalie Ikemeier Ronit Ilan Esha Indukuri Shali Indurthy Stephen Ingham Zachary Ingham David Intebi Marlene Intebi Clinical Interns Kelly Ioannou Lauren Isaac Barry Isdell Evan Israel Maya Jacob Landon Jacobson Lauren Jacobson Howard Janco Marla Janco James Jenkins Abby Jennings Lisa Jennings Madison Jobe Michele Jobe Krisha Johansen
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William Johnson Darryl Jones Ja’Net Jones Jeffrey Jones Alfredo Jordan Insiya Juzer Martin Kahn Kellie Kalakone Ilya Kaminer Pranav Kandakurthi Katharine Kane Bradley Kaplan Lauren Kaplan Jody Karin Martin Karnett Rachel Karp Robert Karpel Isabelle Karpeles Daniel Kashar Vikranth Katumala Barbara Katz Eric Katz Jenny Katz Layla Katz Shannon Katz Stanley Katz Yael Katz Andrew Kaufman Dawn Kaufman Irwin Kaufman Marcia Kaufman Micah Kaufman Naomi Kaufman Joti Kaur Barbara Kawalsky Dan Kelley Melissa Kelley Anat Keren Mark Kessler Stephanie Kessler Marcus Kim Abigail Kincheloe Julie Kincheloe Joyce King Jill Kirschner Karey Kitfield Dylan Klatsky Robyn Klein Stephanie Knapp Aria Knepler-Pearl Sandra Knight Adira Kogutt Merissa Kogutt Ilise Kohleriter Kevin Kolb
Ryan Kollinger Harold Kolni Nitzan Kolonimos Brielle Kommer Dalya Kopmar Erica Kopmar Lathan Kopmar Katherine Kornman Martha Kornman Paul Koroma Tyra Koski Miriam Kotamarti Sharon Kotamarti Marthe Kouaho Kokora Yasmine Krabatou Jonathan Kramer Nicole Kramer Larry Krasner Kellie Krautter Tatum Kreutz Anna Kronick Yael Kuchinsky Talia Kushnick Ashlyn Labat Nicole Labbruzzo Julia Lagun Destiny Lainez Paula Lam Jessica Lambert Madison Lancaster Karin Landau Michael Landgarten Daniella Lashak Robert Lasken Bethany Last Linda Last Gabriel Lazarus Roberta Lazarus Ryan Lazarus Stephen Leach Tamara LeBrun Kira Lee Steven Leeke Max Lefeld Matthew Lefkovits Maya Lefkovits Deborah Leibensberger Monique Lelko Nancy Lerman Sarah Lerner Alan Levine Adam Levitan Alexander LevitanWhitman Dara Levy
Frances Levy Joseph Levy Shiri Levy Robbyn Lewin Wei Li Julie Liberman Sally Liberman Eddie Liebman Robin Lightstone Penny Lilja Emerson Lindsey Summer Lindsey Kelly Link Ronan Link Brett Linscott Melissa Linscott Eduardo Linss Michelle Linss Crystal Lippert Dan Littauer Cristin Longinotti Robert Looker Fernando Lopez Hugo Lopez Kimberly Lopez Maria Lott Dillon Love Erica Love Elaine Lowenkron Jesus A Lozano Jr Steven Lozier Corbin Lucas Erika Lucas Zach Lupe Brett Luskey Kathryn MacAdams Heather MacGillis Seyedmehrsina Madani Victoria Madrid Liat Maimon Liela Majedi Kimberly Malakoff Michael Malakoff Alex Maldonado Isabella Malone Juan Maltez Susan Mandel Christopher Manthey Niragna Marada Cynthia Marcus Eric Margolies Ethan Margolies Jennifer Margolies Justin Margolies
Lauren Margolies Sari Margolies Seth Margolies Weezie Margolis Hector Mariscal Juan Marquez Susan Mars David Martin Jorge Martinez Marie Martinez Tammy Martinez Michelle Massaro Pamela Massey Ratan Matharasi Sarah Mattin Jalen Mavero Tyler Maxfield Liz Mayer Ava Mayes Kevin McAfee Steve Mcafee Valda McClain Marguerite McClinton Stoglin Lisa McCook Ian McCormick Kathleen Mccown Tara McCoy Katie McCray Kellee McGuirk Shelby Mckenzie Luz McLaurin Wendy McMahon Jacob Medows Shaun Medows Carol Meer Yana Meir Manasseh Meles Lyn Meltzer Tony Menchaca Rehan Menon Clark Mercer Conner Merutka Emily Meschertson Joel Mettler Stephanie Meyers Kaela Michaelis Debra Miller Karen Miller Lawren Miller Layton Miller Mary Lou Miller Maryellen Miller Monica Miller Nina Minney
Aarish Mirza Shazia Mirza Sophia Mirza Clive Miskin Beth Mond Christine Monnich Evan Monroe Ainsley Montgomery Sheila Montgomery Eric Moore Jennifer Moore Monita Moore Sierra Morahan Guadalupe Morales Rachel Morales Natalia Morán Christina Morefield Kelly Morefield Angie Moreno Joseph Morgenstern Ian Moriarty Nancy Moriarty Chloe Morkovsky Nancy Morkovsky Cody Morris Jennifer Morris Melanie Morris Krystol Morrow Callie Morse Artie Moskowitz Michael Moss Galit Moyal Cindy Munn Irving Munn Yessica Munoz Zachary Munoz Ashley Murphy Kester Muthalaly Sarah Myrick Maria Naaktgeboren Daniella Naggar Isabella Naggar Jasmine Najari Praval Nandhyala Bhoomee Narkhede Preston Nash Toni Nash Esther Nathan Frederick Nathan Teresa Navarro Nebiat Negusse Lisa Newman Alissa Newton Kim Nguyen Madeleine Nguyen
Trang Nguyen Brande Nidy-Perkins Amelia Nieto Uchenna Nnaji Trevlon Noble Carey Nottingham Emilie Novoa Becky Nurko Robert Nussbaum Fernando Ochoa Rick O'Connor LaQuisha Odoms William Oglesby Mia Ohayon Tara Ohayon Grace Oleru Simone Oliveira L Vendemiatti Dismas Onyango Francisco Osorio Brenda Ozuna Jaden Pailet Ellie Palmer Jade Palmer Jamie Paolo Laura Papageorge Mohitha Paramesh Anil Pareenja Jana Parker Amanda Paru Amy Pass Andrew Pass Nathan Pass Sahaja Patel Julie Patton Emilie Paulson Garrett Peck Austin Pecora Pierce Pecora Robyn Pecora Li-mor Peleg Philip Pendery Jessica Perez Sandra Perez Karen Petrisko Sherfon Pfirrman Suzanne Phillips Jane Piatt Diana Pickard Mindy Pincus Sammy Pircon Lauren Pirek Robin Plotkin Lee Polunsky
Katherine Ponnambalam Pamela Ponners Nicole Post Zachary Post Lylah Pouratian Crystal Powe DYesha Powell Erica Prager Sandy Prager Prajan Prajapati Nayana Prasad Veronica Prentice Cynthia Price Jennifer Puente Gayle Pugh Kyle Pugh Ashley Pumphrey Holden Purvis Jessica Purvis Heather Quinn Glenn Rabin Sylvia Rabin Yesenia Ramirez Gayle Ranen Estella Raphael Miles Ratner Carol Rawitscher Robin Raxlin Willaim Ray Britnee Reamy Raj Reddy Jennifer Reed Corri Reichert Noah Reichert Julie Reinberg Michael Reisman Sydney Reiter Bobbie Repp Serge Reshetnikov Faith Retsky Carolyn Reyes Carmen Reza Dennis Rice Joseph Richardson Juliana Rincon Logan Ripple Hivis Rivas Alexandra Rivera Ashley Rivera Enrique Rivera Tim Robben Hannah Roberson Adam Robinson Ronda Robinson
Shaun Rockwell Angela Rodriguez Celso Rodriguez Ismael Rodriguez Landry Rodriguez Liberty Rodriguez Paola Rodriguez Grant Roemer Lawanda Roemer Tania Roessner Audri Rojas Amy Roman Hayley Rose Caitlyn Roseberry Aleksandra Rosen Alice Rosen Ben Rosen Betsy Rosen Sarah Rosen Theo Rosen Michael Rosenberg Ruby Rosenberg Eliza Rosenbloom Emily Rosenbloom Janis RosenfeldBarbash Addison Rosenthal Hillary Rosenthal Kimberly Ross Bradley Rossel Helen Roth Lauren Roth Sylvan Rothschild Abby Rothstein Gabriel Rothstein Lisa Rothstein Maya Rothstein Paige Rothstein Inbal Rov Leo Rovinsky Jill Royal Russin Royal Somi Royal Peter Rubi Tiffany Rubi Brody Rubin Eli Rubin Sophie Rubin Staci Rubin Basha Rubinstein Peachy Rudberg Cela Rudman Amit Rulnick Dawn Runyan Kellen Rust Elizabeth Ryan
Will Ryan Meghan Rynders Isabel Sabag Clayton Sacha Lauren Sacha Chris Sachnik Robin Sachs Ethan Sadka Michael Saks Kevin Salinas Gauri Sampath Judith Sampson Kaylee Sanchez Edward Sands Jennifer Sands Joel Sands Kris Santi Maria Santiago Aditya Saran Adrian Satz Gabrielle Satz Michael Sausmer Jason Sawatzke Amanda Saxton Heidi Scallon Joe Schackman Susan Schackman Debbie Scheinberg Diane Scheinberg Ava Schelin Telisa Schelin Maxwell Schildcrout Jeffrey Schiller Tara Schiller Rebecca Schnitzer Lisa Schulman Marsha Schulman Denise Schulze Allison Schwartz Jack Schwartz Jean Schwister Janice Scott Sharlette Scott Yvonne Scroggin Christopher Seagram Eloise Seaward Leah Seaward Don Sebert Harriet Sebert Judy Segal Noa Segev Hamed Sekander Roger Sellers Leeyaa Shree Selvan
Michael Selz John Sewak Pamela Sewak Lindsey Seymour Aashi Shah Advay Shah Ben Shaked Maya Shaked Tal Shaked Fran Sharpe Michelle Shill Jamie Shimek Debra Shindler Daphne Shipowitz Cameron Showalter Gavin Shrell Robert Shrell Vered Shrem Noorul Siddiqui Mayer Sidikaro Randi Sidikaro Talia Sidikaro Spencer Silansky Melanie Silberman Ian Silva Andrew Silver Kathi Silver Nora Silverfield Avery Simon Ashley Skibell Michael Skibell Joan Slabiak Asher Slobin Amran Smason Nicole Smith Reagan Smith Scott Smith Priscilla Soliz Elaine Solomon Gary Solomon Rossi Solomon Zoe Sonkin Juan Sosa Melissa Sparks Sadie Spett Berkshire Square Glenn Squire Anthony Staats Elisa Staats August Staats IV Aubrey Stafford Sharon Stafford Sloan Stagen Audrey Standridge Lesley Standridge
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Tommy Staples Elena Staroverova Stanley Statman Laura Stead Tyler Stead Andrea Steiger Brett Steiger Dylan Steiger Olivia Steiger Sloane Steiger Diana Stein Karla Steinberg Elisabeth Steiner Tracy Steiner Lindsay Stengle Caleb Stephens Julie Stephens Aidan Stern Harrian Stern Libby Stern Noah Stern Stephen Stern Brealyn Stewart Alyssa Stokes Harry Straughn Aniruddh Subramanian Jim Sullivan Michele Sullum Niket Surabhi Arihant Surana Sarah Sutherland Katy Szende Gerald Szor Graciela Tamez Alveda Tarver Thomas Taylor Zhari Taylor Shivakundan Tej Anne Tely Ricky Temkin Anna Grace Terrell Arulmony Thankaswamy Tara Thomas Beth Thompson Lindsey Thompson Shannon Thompson Colette Thrailkill Michael Thrailkill Johan Tibeus Francesca Timm Margery Tintner Jay Tobin Shari Tobin
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Mindy Tobolowsky Ted Tobolowsky Jill Tokumoto Lauren Toler Alexandra Tolotta Sandra Tomoloju Bryan Topelsohn Lauren Topelsohn Andreas Toro Daniel Torres Gianni Torres Isabel Torres Juan Torres Teresita Torres Fran Toubin Susanna Tovmasyan Greyson Townsend Henry Tracy Patty Traub Inna Troik Lucas Truong Thy Truong Erica Tuscano Casey Uphues Marshall Uphues Spencer Uphues Sam Utay Siny Uy Ijeoma Uzamere Roy Valdes Aimee Valentine Olivia Valentine Ashley Valeriano EllaWyn VanderTuig Steven VanHooser Surya Vankayalapati Joe Vann Elizabeth VanOort Tammy Varghese Lee Vasa Roberto Vasques Jordan Vaughan Jonathan Vaught Sandra Veeder Arely Velasquez Hailey Velevis Krish Venkatesh Maria Vergara Dara Villalpando Eva Villalpando Nina Villalpando Adam Vitek Andrea Vitek
Mor Volner Ellie von Goertz Emma von Goertz Melissa von Goertz Helen Waldman Matt Waldon Madysen Walker Christian Walsh Tyler Walsh Sam Wan Chloe Wang Stanley Wang Yijuan Wang Lori Ward Jim Warner Shelita Warner Phoebe Warshauer James Wasserman Jiab Wasserman Richard Wasserman Jan Watson Kim Watson Ava Wayne Russell Weaver Sherry Webb Wendy Weber Jon Weems Nelson Weil Jennifer Weiler Ann Weintraub Grace Weisberg Carl Weisbrod David Weiss Simma Weiss Janet Weissman Brody Weller Henry Wellington Randi Wells Reed Wernick Brent West Mitchel West Perri White Julie Williams Kimberly Williams Yvette Williams-Elliott Erica Williamson-White Jeremy Windom Linda Winski Jackson Winton Amy Wirtzberger Tawnia Wise Carole Wolanow Joram Wolanow
Susan Wolbe Carrie Wolfe Blair Wolfson Charlotte Worlein Virginia Wreyford Emily Yost Ethel Zale Cherie Zalstein Jacklin Zarabi Cathy Zelzer Li Zheng Ilene Zidow Perry Zidow Julie Zimmerman Jessica Zimmermann Smadar Zohar David Zoller Kaitlyn Zuccaro Annalee Zweig
Volunteer Awards Outstanding Volunteers Judy Cordell Dan Littauer Newcomer of the Year Susan Mars Leadership Award Shelley Glazer Hearts and Hands Award Katelin Gildersleeve Scott Butnick Unsung Heroes Kathie Holt Sarah Lerner Debi Miller Dynamic Duos Marcie & David Intebi Suzanne Phillips & Emily Davidson Emerging Leader Award Jade Palmer
Host a supply drive
Student Impact Board
Holiday Market
Stocking the shelves of the food pantry
Packing Passover packages
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Sander & Julie Gothard, Mark & Weezie Margolis
Ethel Zale & Linda Garner
Andrew Kaufman and Seth Margolies
Rebecca Buell and family
Eduardo Tanur
Jonathan Blum with Daughter & Friends
JFS Board of Directors 2024-2025 JFS Board of Directors Officers
Members
Lifetime Trustees
Julie Gothard Chair
Karen Anderson Don Brooks Lindsay Stengle Chang Gabriela Dalfen Carole Gilmore, PhD Shelley Glazer Jeff Haggard, MD Jonathan Herskovitz Michael Landgarten, MD Monita Moore David Olesky Michael Saks Andrew Silver Eduardo Tanur, DDS Bob Weinfeld Simma Weiss, MD
Linda Garner Ethel Zale
Weezie Margolis Chair-Elect Andrew Kaufman Vice Chair Seth Margolies Vice Chair Steve Berger Vice Chair Rebecca Buell Treasurer Rachel Biblo Block Secretary Immediate Past Chair Eric Goldberg
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Financials INCOME & REVENUE $22,645,533
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JFGD Allocation 2.87% United Way of Metro Dallas 1.42% Contributions 11.78% Service Fees 4.81% Grants 28.41% In-Kind Donations 4.24% Investment Income 1.82% Capital Campaign 44.65%
PROGRAM EXPENSES $13,915,384
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Counseling & Mental Health 37.48% Older Adult Services 11.71% Food Pantry & Emergency Assistance 11.55% Career & Financial Services 2.94% Volunteer Services 1.03% Administrative & Fundraising 24.66% Medical Clinic 6.95% Capital Campaign 3.68%
*Financials have not yet been audited.
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The JFS Foundation Help For today, Hope For Tomorrow The JFS Dallas Foundation secures the future of Jewish Family Service by supporting its long-term sustainability through planned giving and endowments. While annual donations help meet today’s needs, gifts to the Foundation ensure JFS Dallas can continue providing high-quality, physical, emotional, nutritional, and financial health services for generations to come. By establishing or contributing to a fund, you help preserve the legacy of JFS and make a lasting impact on the lives of children, teens, adults, and older adults throughout our community.
2024-2025 JFS Foundation Board Officers
Members
Clive Miskin President
Steve Berger Jonathan Blum Dan Goetz Jeff Kerstine David Olesky Cary Rossel Robin Sachs Andrew Silver
David Chortek Vice President / Treasurer Cory Feldman Secretary
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Current fundholders at the JFS Foundation The Cathy Barker Fund for General Operations
The Morchower Family Philanthropic Endowment Fund for Children and Adolescents in Crisis
The S. Blumberg Fund for General Operations The Fagelman Birk Fund for Clinical Services, Psychotherapy
The Cindy & Irv Munn Fund for General Operations The Pinker Family Fund for Healthy Safe Families
The Hyman & Joan Brown Memorial Fund The Priya Jewish Reproduction Fund The Chortek Family Fund for Kosher Home Delivered Meals
The Gerald & Helaine Ray Fund for Services to Veterans & Their Family
The Mark & Cathy Cohen Family Fund The Charles B. & Helen R. Feldman Food Pantry Fund
The Andrée and Sidney Rosenblum Family Foundation The William & Heddy Roth Philanthropic Fund
The Michael J. Fleisher Fund for General Operations
The Peachy & Morton Rudberg Fund for General Operations
The Arno & Berta Goetz Fund for Family Safety Services
The Sachs-Farkas Fund for Services to the Elderly
The Harriet & Perry E. Gross, MD Fund
The Barbara Schwarz Fund for General Operations
The Susie & Joel Litman Fund for Supportive Services for Older Adults and Their Families
The Rebecca & Neal Sklaver Fund for Healthcare Needs
The Martin L. Litwin & Ruth Ann Litwin Fund for General Operations
The Meri-Kay Star Endowment Fund for Children’s Mental Health Services
The Dr. Sol D. Lurie Community Health Center Fund
The Synar Fund for Clinical Services
The Lois & William Mexic Endowment Fund for the Benefit of Career and Employment Services
The Charlotte Webberman & Family Endowment Fund for Older Adult Services The Debi Weiner Fund for Older Adult Services
The Barbara & Clive Miskin Family Fund Jack Baron OBM Fund Supporting Family Violence Intervention Betty & Jack Miskin OBM Fund supporting Older Adults Services Dinah & Isaac Sherman OBM Fund supporting Career and Financial Services Sarah (Sally) Sherman OBM Fund supporting Adult Mental Health
The Leon Weingarten/ Joseph Webberman Fund for Children with Special Needs The Bea Weisbrod Family Endowment for General Operations The Lawrence M. & Sally Wolfish Fund for General Support The Orien Levy Woolf & Dr. Jack Woolf Endowed Fund Ethel Silvergold Zale Fund
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CARING FOR THE
WHOLE-PERSON Whole-person care is a transformative approach to health that proactively addresses all aspects of a person’s well-being. At Jewish Family Service of Dallas, we know that physical, emotional, financial, and nutritional health are closely related, and that challenges in one area of life don’t exist in isolation. That’s why JFS Dallas provides compassionate care and support across every area of life. We respond to our community’s needs, meet people where they are, and help them build stronger, more stable futures. For a full list of services or to learn more, go to www.jfsdallas.org.
Emotional Health Services Include:
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Career Coaching Emergency Assistance Family Violence Intervention Financial Coaching Holocaust Survivor Care Job Skills Training The Priya Reproductive Fund
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Financial Health Services:
JFS Northpoint Health Center Preventative exams, Screenings, Vaccinations, Health Counseling JFS Parkside Health Center (Opening in 2026) Older Adult Services The Priya Reproductive Fund
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Behavioral Health Binah Cancer Support Chaplaincy Children’s Play Therapy Family Violence Intervention Holocaust Survivor Care In-School Services Older Adult Services PLAN Clubhouse PLAN Peer Support
Physical Health Services:
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Nutritional Health Services: Client-Choice Food Pantry Margot’s Kosher Corner Kosher Home Delivered Meals Registered Dietitian