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Leaders of JFS Afghan Placement Assistance Program Honored at Summer Celebration

By: greenwichfreepress | July 7, 2022

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Greenwich Scholarship Association Benefit Concert to Support Local Students Facing Rising College Costs
The Greenwich Scholarship Association will be the beneficiary of the Woman’s Club of Greenwich’s Concert on the Lawn on Friday, June 5 — an evening dedicated to helping local students achieve a college education through need-based scholarships.
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Junior League of Greenwich Completes 100+ Volunteer Hours During Inaugural All Service Day
Forty-five members partnered with local nonprofits across Greenwich in a day of hands-on service supporting children, families, and community organizations.
Greenwich 8th Grade Capstone Project Highlights Benefits of Pet Rescue
Greenwich Schools PTA Council Honors Volunteers with Essence Awards

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Greenwich School Board Votes to Enter Settlement Discussions in Lawsuit with First Selectman Camillo and Town
The board voted unanimously on an action item concerning a lawsuit between First Selectman Fred Camillo and the Board of Education.
In Glenville, Residents Gather in Solemn Remembrance of Those Who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice for America
Hearing on Greenwich School Speed Cameras Raises Concerns over Privacy and Data Collection

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Jewish Family Services of Greenwich Steps in to Become the Lead Agency Supporting Young Homeless Siblings
A generous donor has committed to matching donations up to $12,000 for an emergency housing fund at JFS of Greenwich. Your donation to this emergency fund will be matched dollar for dollar!
Jewish Family Services, Neighbor to Neighbor Collaborate to Provide Groceries to Homebound Seniors

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Greenwich No Kings Rally against Trump Administration Draws Crowds
Speakers at the No Kings rally in Greenwich included Governor Ned Lamont, US Congressman Jim Himes, CT Attorney General William Tong, and State Representatives Hector Arzeno and Steve Meskers.
Christ Church to Host Free Talk with Congressman Jim Himes: "Is the U.S. More or Less Secure in 2026?”
PHOTOS: Officials Gather at Greenwich Communities "Welcome Home" Key Ceremony at Armstrong Court

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Land of Liberty, On Pause.
"Since 2021, JFS of Greenwich has helped to resettle thousands of people fleeing dire situations from Afghanistan, Ukraine, Haiti, Venezuela, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and more. But the slew of Executive Orders over the past month has put a complete halt on reception and placement of refugees and other immigrants to the United States." – Jonathan Kantor
"Stand with Israel Rally" Draws Hundreds to Greenwich Town Hall
Jewish Family Services, Neighbor to Neighbor Collaborate to Provide Groceries to Homebound Seniors

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