What’s Happening Now

Learn about all the latest happenings with Tampa Jewish Family Services. From our Facebook and Twitter feeds, to our calendar of events. Stay up-to-date on TJFS news and events!

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September is Suicide Awareness Month, a critical reminder of the importance of mental health care. Local partners like Love IV Lawrence are working hard to destigmatize and raise awareness of the need for mental health care. For immediate needs, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is free, confidential and available 24/7 by calling or texting 988. You can also visit 988lifeline.org for more information, resources, and online chat. Resources like these and our own Psychological and Social Wellness Center are important to helping those in need. Wherever you find it, help is available.Love IV Lawrence ... See MoreSee Less
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Every week we see an increased need for food assistance. You can help by donating non-perishables. Bins are located in the lobbies of the North and South JCC. Thank you for your help! ... See MoreSee Less
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Have you ever wondered how you can best support TJFS and the Tampa community? There are many ways. Donating online is an easy and effective way to support our services. You can be a one-time donor or set up reccurring monthly donations. Donations to our Community Food Bank are another way to support our community members in need. Non-perishables like canned tuna, chicken, vegetables, and peanut butter are wonderful options. We also have volunteer opportunities throughout the year at our food bank and our annual Trifecta fundraiser. However you decide to contribute, know that it is greatly appreciated and makes an impact. Visit www.tjfs.org to donate online and learn more about our services. Thank you! ... See MoreSee Less
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TJFS News:

Coping with Anxiety Caused by the World Events

The news and social media sources bring us daily and moment-by-moment updates of casualties and deaths caused by war, shootings, environmental disasters and more. How can we cope with increasing anxiety that is caused by the pictures of death and destruction that we...

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2022 Winter President’s Letter

Dear Friends, You never really know where inspiration will come from. Working at Tampa Jewish Family Services I'm lucky to be surrounded by inspiration more than most. Recently, however, I found inspiration from an interaction with two teenagers I encountered at the...

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2021 President’s Letter

Dear Friends, Here we are at the end of 2021. We hope you have had a wonderful holiday season so far. As we look forward to 2022, we also like to reflect on 2021. It was, unfortunately, still a difficult year for many. Our community is still being impacted by the...

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