JFSLA has been a cornerstone of support for individuals and families across LA...
April 2026 Newsletter
VOLUNTEERS UPLIFT THE LA COMMUNITY
By Joyce Williams, Director of Volunteers & Training
JFSLA has been a cornerstone of support for individuals and families across LA for over 170 years. A key part of this impact is the family of JFSLA volunteers—compassionate, dedicated individuals who bring their time, energy, and unique talents to every corner of the organization.
Spectrum News shined a light on the urgent challenges facing our vulnerable senior community in Los Angeles. In this latest report, they highlight voices from Jewish Family Service LA, including one of our own clients—a former Social Security attorney—sharing firsthand insights on the impact of recent cuts.
JFSLA Contracts with FEMA to Help L.A. Wildfire Survivors
Jewish Family Service LA is proud to announce a two-year contract with FEMA to offer disaster case management services to survivors of the L.A. wildfires. Services include helping survivors find emergency shelter and access FEMA financial assistance for essential items and expenses not covered by insurance.
Volunteers Bring Passover Joy to Holocaust Survivors Across Los Angeles
On a recent Saturday night after Havdalah in April, community members gathered at Adat Shalom Synagogue in Culver City for an extraordinary act of kindness.
Celebrating Volunteerism:Sam Elbaz's Inspiring Journey with JFSLA
In a city as large and fast-paced as Los Angeles, finding community can be challenging. Those experiencing homelessness face isolation, stigma, and countless other obstacles.
