From the Desk of CEO Amy Weiss: February 2026

This has been an extraordinary time in Minnesota – one many are calling unprecedented. What isn’t unprecedented is how JFCS responds.

The darkness, fear, anxiety, and uncertainty felt across our broader community is also felt within our JFCS community. And yet, through it all, our professional and compassionate staff continue to show up every day supporting clients, responding quickly to emerging needs, and caring deeply for those we serve.

Since the beginning of the year, JFCS has expanded our food security program, distributing more than 100 emergency food boxes (compared to 187 in all of 2025). We’ve provided short-term rental assistance to clients facing financial strain. Our counseling and engagement teams have offered both virtual and in-person processing sessions to support parents and teachers. Senior Services staff have helped clients navigate the impact of immigration enforcement efforts on caregivers. Our Intake and Resource Connection team continues to link individuals and families to critical services at JFCS and throughout the community. And through our Professional and Community Education programs, we’ve helped teens process and cope with heightened anxiety and uncertainty.

This is who we are. This is what we do and what we will continue to do.

On Feb. 10, we celebrated our 116th anniversary, marking more than a century of delivering highly professional services with boundless compassion. We are able to continue this work because of your steadfast partnership and support. If you or anyone you know is in need of care, compassion, and professional support, “Just Call JFCS.” We are Here for all. Always.