Monthly Archives: August 2011

JFCS Microenterprise Client Honored!

Posted on August 30, 2011

On June 22, Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer honored Papa Gueye, owner of the African Millennium Market, by holding a press conference in front of the Market. At that time, the Mayor announced the Louisville Metro Community Action Partnership’s plan to … Continue reading →

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Jewish Women in Recovery: New Year, New You

Posted on August 26, 2011

The Jewish Women in Recovery will host a short meditation followed by sharing to welcome the Jewish New Year on September 18. This is open to all Jewish women who currently participate in any 12-step recovery program. For more information … Continue reading →

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Flapjack Fundraiser Gathers an Early Morning Crowd

Posted on August 25, 2011

The 3rd annual JFCS Pancake Breakfast took place on Sunday, August 7th at Applebee’s on Taylorsville Rd. More than 30 volunteers and 250+ pancakes later, thousands of dollars were collected to benefit the JFCS Janet and Sonny Food Pantry Fund. … Continue reading →

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Dispelling The Myths of Aging

Posted on August 23, 2011

Today’s blog written by Shelley Kahn, Volunteer Coordinator As Jews, we affirm the power of life, and the ability to live life to its fullest. But as we begin to watch our parents fail, taking care of our aging parents … Continue reading →

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Focus on Microentrepreneurs: Maa Sha-Allah

Posted on August 19, 2011

In today’s final installment in the Focus on Microentrepreneurs Series, JFCS profiles Kadiatou Jalloh, a refugee from Sierra Leone and owner of Maa Sha-Allah, a West African restaurant.

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Celebrate a Sweet New Year!

Posted on August 18, 2011

The next JFCS Family Mitzvah Event will take place on Sunday, Sept 11th at the JCC Pavilion (by the baseball fields) from 1:30-3pm. Come celebrate the the “sweetness” of the Jewish New Year! All residents of Shalom Towers are invited … Continue reading →

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College Essay Tips

Posted on August 16, 2011

Today’s blog written by Ellen Shapira, Education & Career Counselor. Most private colleges and some public universities require essays as part of the admission process. They often include a general question that allows the student to write on almost any … Continue reading →

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Focus on Microentrepreneurs: Millennium Market

Posted on August 12, 2011

The second in our three-part series on the JFCS Center for Enterprise Development takes us to the Millennium Market, on Bardstown Road. Papa Gueye and Gary Liebert illustrate how vital this market is to the local community. Thanks again to … Continue reading →

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JFCS Now Offering Wheelchair-Accessible Transport

Posted on August 11, 2011

Today’s article written by Shelley Kahn, Volunteer Coordinator. JFCS has now obtained a vehicle designed to transport people who need wheelchair transportation. A round trip fee is just $15.00. A one-time only program assessment fee is $50.00. This service may … Continue reading →

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Vote JFCS!

Posted on August 9, 2011

It’s that time of year when local paper LEO holds their Readers’ Choice poll – and JFCS needs YOUR vote for “Best Nonprofit”! Just follow the link to LEO’s poll, vote in at least ten categories (nonprofit is under the … Continue reading →

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