UPCOMING EVENTS & GROUPS
EVENTS
Back-to-School Supply Drive
Now through August 19th!
Now more than ever, let’s continue to help children in need start the school year off right. We want to supply 150 children with everythign they need for a successful school year. Items donated benefit the children of JFCS pantry and partner agency clients in the Greater Mercer community. We are looking for pens, pencils, folders, notebooks, backpacks, etc.
3 Ways to Donate
- Order and ship supplies from your website of choice to 707 Alexander Road, Suite 102, Princeton NJ 08540
- Drop off items in our donation bin inside the front door of: 707 Alexander Road, Suite 102, Princeton NJ 08540
- Purchase an Amazon.com gift card for us and we’ll take care of the shopping for you!
(IN-PERSON) Jewish Heritage Night at the Trenton Thunder: Cereal Drive for JFCS!
Thursday, August 8 | 7:00 PM | Trenton Thunder Ballpark: Trenton Thunder
Join us for a celebration of culture and community at Jewish Heritage Night with the Trenton Thunder on August 8! Our partners at Trenton Thunder are generously inviting the JFCS Mobile Food Pantry to be parked on site, ready to receive donations of cereal for our clients.
Bring a box of cereal, oatmeal or other shelf-stable breakfast item to support our pantry clients.
(IN-PERSON) REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
Sunday, October 13 | 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Mercer County Community College, West Windsor, NJ
We’re back and ready to ride for the 4th year in a row – all in support of JFCS food programs!
(RECORDING) Navigating the Rise of Antisemitism
An informative and supportive space for students in grades 8 through college
Yoni Buckman, Education Associate with OpenDor Media spoke about the war in Israel and provided tools to address concerns about its impact here in our community. He focused on how to address and cope with antisemitism online, how to respond, how to responsibly consume media, and how to take positive steps in making a difference. The program concluded with a discussion on the mental health impact of experiencing antisemitism and tips for self-care.
GROUPS
There are no upcoming groups, please check back regularly for up to date listings.
View Past Virtual Events
Educational & Community Programs
Affirming Our Youth! An Introduction to Gender Identity, Gender Expression & Sexual Orientation Terminology Watch Now
Navigating the Rise of Antisemitism: A Program for High School & College Students Watch Now
By the Grace of the Game – Author Presentation & Discussion Watch Now
Sukkah Village – Panel on Food Insecurity: Watch Now
Celebrating Confidence, Seeing Beyond the Mirrior: Body Image & Self Confidence: Watch Now
Good Neighbors, Bad Times – Revisited, Author Presentation & Discussion Watch Now
Hidden in Berlin, Author Presentation & Discussion: Watch Now
Special Events/Fundraisers
Game Night with JFCS (March 2, 2023): See Event Recap
Trivia Night with JFCS (February 24, 2022): See Event Recap
JFCS Annual Meeting (June 1, 2021): See Event Recap
Held in-person at JCC Abrams Camp
Cheers to the Volunteers (March 25, 2021): See Event Recap
JFCS Annual Meeting (June 3, 2020): See Recording
Mental Health Programs
Social Media Bullying & the Impact on Youth Mental Health: Watch Now
Addressing Anxiety During COVID-19: Watch Now
An Introduction to Meditation: Watch Now
Grieving the Loss of Normal:Watch Now
How to Develop Emotional Resilience: Watch Now
Let’s Talk About Therapy: Watch Now
Mental Health and Our Emotions: Watch Now
Pandemic Parenting: Tools for Now & After: Watch Now
Practical Skills for Stress Management: Watch Now
Teens: Dealing with the Loss of Missed Experiences: Watch Now
Teens: Managing Stress & Anxiety in the “New Normal”: Watch Now
What We Learn & How We Grow: Watch Now