Jewish Federation of the Berkshires

Social Justice & Equality
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Jewish Federation of the Berkshires

Social Justice & Equality
196 South St, Pittsfield, MA 01201
Phone (413) 442 - 4360
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Our mission

Cares for those in need and nurtures and sustains the Jewish community locally, in Israel and around the world today and for future generations.
Opportunities

Covid19 Relief and Recovery Fund

Covid19 Relief and Recovery Fund

No one could have anticipated the financial impact this pandemic would have. The Jewish Federation of the Berkshires has provided a safety net for our Jewish community for more than 80 years and we are here to help individuals and families through this difficult time.

Your support, together with seed funding from our annual campaign, will help the Berkshire Jewish Community manage through this crisis by addressing social service needs and providing immediate assistance to community members for essential needs such as food, utilities, mortgage, rent, etc. A portion of this fund will also go towards a tzedakah donation to support the broader Berkshire Community.  To donate now please visit: https://jewishberkshires.org/covid19-relief
If you or someone you know in our Jewish community might benefit from assistance, please direct them to inquire through our assistance page.
  • Ongoing
  • Tech Support
  • Anytime

Volunteer

Set tables at the Older Adult Kosher Hot Meal Program, deliver meals to homebound seniors, make calls on Super Sunday, assist with community mailings, visit homebound seniors and residents of senior living facilities,
bake, pack and deliver holiday packages to seniors
  • Occasional
  • Teens, 55+, Adults, Child with Adult
  • Individuals
  • Physical, Indoor
  • On-site
  • Weekdays, Evenings, Weekends

Caring in the Age of Coronavirus

Caring in the Age of Coronavirus

For community members who are at high-risk, in self-quarantine, or just not feeling well, Federation is here to help. Whether they need deliveries of food or supplies, would like to set up a weekly (or daily) check-in call, or might enjoy a “virtual friendly visit”, we have community volunteers who are able and ready to help. We can also arrange a supportive conversation with a Rabbi or our community social worker.

 
  • Ongoing
  • Tech Support
  • Anytime

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers are a vital part of our Jewish community. The Federation thanks those individuals who generously donate their time to help us fulfill our mission. Whether serving on a committee, baking holiday meals, visiting the elderly, or stuffing envelopes, there are lots of ways to make a difference in our community.

 

Below are a few of our Federation’s ongoing volunteer opportunities:

  • Set tables at the Older Adult Kosher Hot Meal Program
  • Deliver meals to homebound seniors
  • Make calls on Super Sunday
  • Assist with community mailings
  • Visit homebound seniors and residents of senior living facilities
  • Bake, pack and deliver holiday packages to seniors

Join the Federation’s Tikkun Olam Volunteer Network (TOV)

 

TOV means “good ” in Hebrew and the Jewish Federation of the Berkshires’ Tikkun Olam Volunteer Network connects community members of all ages with mitzvah opportunities to do a little “good” and make a difference in our community.

 

Download an application to add your name to our TOV list.
  • Ongoing
  • Tech Support
  • Anytime
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How you help

Volunteers are a vital part of our Jewish community. The Federation thanks those individuals who generously donate their time to help us fulfill our mission. Whether serving on a committee, baking holiday meals, visiting the elderly, or stuffing envelopes, there are lots of ways to make a difference in our community.
About us

Guided by our Jewish values, the Jewish Federation of the Berkshires brings together the Berkshire Jewish community to leverage its resources to care for Jews in need here and abroad, assure the continuity of the Jewish people, support a close and caring relationship with Israel, and mobilize on issues of concern to the local Berkshire community. We do this in collaboration with our local, national, and international partners.