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!
From Facebook:
Our North Tampa Community Food Bank pick up day is today. If you or someone you know is in need of food, you can just show up at one of the designated pick up dates, no appointment necessary. Emergency food bags are available by appointment by calling 813-960-1848. Learn more about our Community Food Banks at tjfs.org/services/community-food-bank/.
Local temperatures have been way below normal, and we have members of our community who are cold and hungry.![]()
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SOUPER BOWL SUNDAY CAN HELP!![]()
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Between now and Wednesday, February 11th PLEASE drop off non-perishable, hearty soup donations* at either TJFS location (Shanna and Bryan Glazer JCC or the Cohn campus), or at your local synagogue for our cold, hungry clients in need.![]()
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Your support is so appreciated!![]()
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*Non-perishable canned or boxed soup items only, please.
Hillsborough County cold weather shelters will be open again this weekend. Details below. ![]()
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Hillsborough Cold Weather Shelters to Open Saturday and Sunday Night![]()
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Hillsborough County, Fla. (Jan. 30, 2026) – Hillsborough County’s cold weather shelters will be activated on Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 31 and Feb. 1, for the homeless and those living in homes without adequate heat who are unable to find other accommodations. Hillsborough County activates cold weather shelters when the National Weather Service forecasts temperatures to dip to or below 40 degrees with wind chill for two consecutive hours between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m., which is forecasted to occur Saturday and Sunday night in Hillsborough County.![]()
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Shelter organizers are expecting high demand with limited capacity, so residents who need a warm place to stay are encouraged to use all resources, such as family and friends, as a first option.![]()
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Hillsborough County is partnering with the following organizations to provide limited-capacity cold weather shelters for adults. All shelters will take in guests from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 31 and Feb. 1, unless they reach capacity prior to that time.![]()
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The Portico![]()
1001 N. Florida Ave., Tampa, FL 33602![]()
(preferred media location)![]()
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Hyde Park United Methodist Church – Harnish Center![]()
500 W. Platt St., Tampa, FL 33606![]()
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Tampa Bay Mission of Hope![]()
110 S. Parsons Blvd., Brandon, FL 33511![]()
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Amazing Love Ministries![]()
3304 E. Columbus Dr., Tampa, FL 33605![]()
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Greater New Hope Church Anointed Ministries![]()
2104 Mud Lake Rd., Plant City, FL 33566![]()
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Hyde Park United Methodist Church – Magnolia Building (Sunday only)![]()
414 S. Magnolia Ave., Tampa, FL 33606![]()
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Church of God of Prophecy Hyde Park (Sunday only)![]()
107 S. Oregon Ave., Tampa, FL 33606![]()
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All congregate shelters are reserved for adults only. Metropolitan Ministries is supplying a limited number of motel vouchers on a first-come, first-served basis for families with minor children. Pre-registration is required for motel vouchers by calling (813) 209-1176. Phone lines will be open Saturday, Jan. 31, and Sunday, February 1, until 5 p.m. each day, or until all available vouchers have been distributed.![]()
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TJFS News:
Trifecta 2017- Save The Date!
Save the Date for Denim & Diamonds. An exquisite evening supporting Tampa Jewish Family Services! May 7, 2017. 5:00 PM - Patron Event 6:00 PM - Main Event Registration link coming soon!
How to Talk to Your Children About Threats and Attacks
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TJFS Is Growing – New Office at Bryan Glazer Family JCC
We are so proud to “officially” announce our expansion and opening of our new offices in the new Bryan Glazer Family JCC building. This expansion is meaningful in many ways. Obviously, being in this beautiful building is like being in the epicenter of the South Tampa...
3rd Annual Holiday Schmooze & Shop at Shapiro’s
Third Annual Fall Family & Friends Field Day
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