Priya is a resource for Jewish individuals and families who are struggling on their path to parenthood. The program offers emotional support, resource connection, and financial assistance for all families at any stage of their fertility and family planning journey including adoption.
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In a recent Listening Post item, we shared that Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy had received top ratings from Niche.com, a recruiting website for schools.
Kansas City native Ethan Helfand was announced as the new director of Jewish Experiences, a collaboration of Jewish Federation and The J, and joined the team in October.
Four JFS volunteers have been recognized for their dedicated efforts through the 70 Over 70 Awards put on by KC Shepherd’s Center. John Ball, Cathy Boyer-Shesol, Katherine Keller and Barbara Palan were recognized through virtual awards celebration.
Help stock the Jewish Family Services pantry from 10 a.m. to noon, Sunday, Nov. 21, at the Jewish Community Campus, 5801 W 115th St., Overland Park. Drop off will be in the front circle drive where JFS volunteers and staff will take items directly from cars.
Jewish Family Services Kesher KC is one of three charity recipients of proceeds from this year’s Kappa Kappa Game Holiday Homes Tour and Boutique scheduled for Dec. 7-9.
KU Chabad is addressing the increased mental health struggles of college students by launching the “ReJOYvination 360” program, an initiative aiming to create a full spectrum of emotional support for Jewish students at KU.
Kehilath Israel Synagogue invites family and friends to join the Second Annual Worldwide Friends and Family Virtual Chanukah Party. The party will take place on Sunday, November 28, at 11 a.m. CST.
Jewish War Veterans Post 605, representing the Greater Kansas City area is happy to announce the winners for the Gertrude Pasmanik Scholarship for the 2021-2022 academic year.
Few people can say they’ve served their community for more than 60 years. Rod Minkin, a native Kansas Citian, is one of them. Minkin has been active in the Kansas City Jewish community since the early 1960s and has left an indelible mark on it.
