January 2026
When the wildfires tore through Los Angeles County, the response was immediate. Emergency crews arrived. Disaster centers opened. Headlines filled the news cycle. But recovery doesn’t follow the news cycle. One year later, many survivors are still navigating insurance gaps, stalled rebuilding plans, temporary housing, and the emotional weight of displacement. The FEMA-funded Disaster Case…
When asked what comes to mind when he thinks of Jewish Family Service LA, British born Nat Roden, a young professional in his mid-thirties, does not hesitate: “Café Europa every Tuesday at 12:30 is absolute magic!” He continued, “Warmth. Joy. And the coming together of amazing people.” Nat’s JFSLA story begins the way many meaningful…
International Holocaust Remembrance Day is not only a time to look back, it is a call to care for those still here. Published by the Jewish Journal In small apartments across Los Angeles, Holocaust survivors in their late 80s, 90s and even their 100s carefully stretch a week’s worth of groceries. They remember what it…
December 2025
In 2025, JFSLA supported individuals and families across our community through a wide range of essential programs and services. This impact report highlights the number of people served through each program area, reflecting our continued commitment to meeting urgent needs, strengthening stability, and promoting long-term well-being. From food assistance and case management support to mental…
These images reflect just a small part of the many people and partnerships that make this work possible, with deep gratitude for the countless others whose impact extends far beyond what’s pictured here. We move forward with gratitude and purpose. Thank you for being part of our story. LEGEND (Top L-R) 1. SOVA Pop-up, West Hollywood…
Published By LAist In the weeks before the longest government shutdown in American history came to a close, food banks and meal programs in the Los Angeles area scrambled to serve a rush of people looking for help, including many older adults. Hundreds of households signed up for food pantries as SNAP benefits stalled and government workers went without paychecks….
Published by the LA Times By Steve Lopez Frank McRae, a retiree who lives in Koreatown, did not hesitate when I asked what he’d say to President Trump about his claim last week that the affordability crisis is a hoax. “I would say, ‘Mr. President, please travel with me … so that you can experience firsthand…
By Eli Veitzer President and CEO In late October, as the SNAP benefit freeze became likely, we saw a growing stream of new people coming to JFSLA’s SOVA food pantries. In the space of four weeks, we served nearly 5,000 households, including over a thousand households coming for the first time, grateful for the help…
November 2025
Last month, CBS Los Angeles featured JFSLA’s Domestic Violence Program, JFS Hope, sharing the story of a survivor who found safety and healing through our free services and support. Watch this powerful piece that highlights the courage of survivors and the life-changing impact of JFS Hope.
Published by Spectrum News Approximately 5.5 million Californians could see delays to their SNAP benefits this week, as federal funding for the food assistance program runs out on Saturday. On Friday, two federal judges ordered the Trump administration to use emergency funds to pay some SNAP benefits in November. Despite these rulings, it is unclear…
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