W E L C OM E Dear Friends, Thank you for joining us as we support the power, impact and influence of women in our community, while strengthening the diverse mental health and social services that Jewish Family Service provides to anyone in need. Today we will hear from the incredible Dr. Jill Biden, a leader and positive influence on so many causes shaping our communities for the better, visit with friends and community leaders, and make a meaningful difference in the lives touched by JFS. For over 65 years, JFS has continued to meet the evolving needs of the community by developing comprehensive resources for all ages and incomes. This includes diagnostic testing and play therapy for children; counseling for at-risk teens; individual, marital and family therapy; family violence intervention; help finding employment; emergency assistance; food pantry access; and older adult services. Since our last Woman to Woman event two years ago, JFS has expanded our services through the addition of programs like Transitional Housing for victims of crime and PLAN Clubhouse for adults with mental illness, while strengthening programs like Career & Employment Services through a strategic program overhaul. This could not be done without you, as exemplified by your outpouring of support in our response to Hurricane Harvey relief efforts. As “An Open Door to All in Need,” our fee scale, which can slide to $0 if necessary, and our ability to provide confidential services for as long as needed, make us inclusive and accessible. National accreditation by the Council on Accreditation and successful service outcomes underscore the quality of our efficient and effective “one stop shop of coordinated care” in addressing the wide variety of life’s challenges. Additionally, JFS continues to maintain a 4-Star Charity Navigator rating, an honor that places JFS among the top six percent of nonprofits nationally. Our heartfelt thanks to our co-chairs Susan Frapart, Linda Garner, Sherry Goldberg, Julie Liberman, Beverly Rossel, Monica Susman, Laura Weinstein and our event visionary, Ethel Zale, for their tireless efforts. Thank you to our honorary co-chairs, Paddy Epstein, Ann Kahn, Lisa Kleinman and Ann Rosenberg, whose commitment to our work is greatly appreciated. This year the co-chairs also decided to honor the JFS staff for their tireless work in support of our mission, helping JFS serve over 13,000 clients last year. The all-important funds raised today are crucial to sustain and help build upon these life changing services. We invite you to learn more about our services and how you can make a difference by visiting our website, www.jfsdallas.org, or contacting us at 972-437-9950 for a personal tour. Thank you again for your attendance, your generosity, and for being part of our JFS family.
Steve Banta, Chief Executive Officer 4
Randy Colen, President, Board of Directors
