Rebecca Deutsch

For Holocaust survivors, the effects of trauma, displacement, and loss remain present throughout their lives, shaping health, finances, and emotional well-being long after the war. As time moves forward, the responsibility to care for survivors does not diminish—it becomes more urgent.  At Jewish Family Service of Dallas, the Holocaust Survivor Program exists to ensure survivors receive compassionate, dignified […]

For many families, giving back is a tradition that spans generations. Families like the Horns and the Funks a leading example through their volunteer shifts at Jewish Family Service of Dallas.  The Horn Family’s connection to JFS Dallas began several years ago during a visit to the Food Pantry with Levine Academy. What started as a class trip quickly grew into a meaningful family commitment. 

As winter settles in, many families visiting the JFS Dallas Food Pantry are navigating more than just colder temperatures. Rising costs, tight budgets, and the stress of providing for loved ones can make this season especially difficult. In moments like these, small acts of care can have an outsized impact.  Each year, when handmade hats

Sometimes it’s the simplest thing that makes the biggest impact. While watching a friendly volunteer wrap the gifts she carefully selected for her loved ones at the Holiday Market, the young woman looked overwhelmed. I asked if she had found everything she needed for her family.  She smiled and said yes. Then she paused. Quietly, she added that what her children really needed was socks.  I stepped away for a few moments

Our annual Staff Retreat gave the Jewish Family Service of Dallas (JFS Dallas) team a chance to step back, reconnect, and refocus on why we do our work. Staff from programs across the agency were able to connect, share ideas, and learn more about how each piece of our work supports whole-person care for the

This week, Jewish Family Service of Dallas hosted our annual Thanksgiving Volunteer Meeting, a special morning of gratitude for the volunteers who make our mission possible year-round. Attendees heard exciting updates about JFS Dallas programs and got a sneak peek of the new Karla and Larry Steinberg Building, set to open in early 2026, including

Jewish Family Service of Dallas (JFS Dallas) is moving! In February 2026, we will relocate from our current Arapaho Road office to a new, larger, and more modern building just one mile away, called the Jewish Family Service of Dallas Karla and Larry Steinberg Building. Thanks to many generous donors, this expanded space will bring many

If you or someone you know is struggling to put food on the table right now, you are not alone. With the ongoing government shutdown affecting SNAP and WIC benefits, and rising food costs across Texas, many families are turning to community resources for help. The Jewish Family Service Food Pantry is here to provide

As the federal government shutdown continues into its record length, families across Dallas are feeling the impact. With cuts to SNAP and WIC benefits and food prices still rising, many households are struggling to keep food on the table. At Jewish Family Service of Greater Dallas, our Food Pantry continues to serve hundreds of clients

Jewish Family Service of Greater Dallas recently welcomed Society of Life members for an evening of connection and appreciation, generously hosted by Gilian and Steve Baron. Guests enjoyed kosher wine and hors d’oeuvres while hearing exciting updates about the agency’s growth and impact. Thanks to the commitment of Society of Life donors, JFS Dallas was