Annual Benefit

Welcome to a Magical Evening!

Be Part of Our History. Help Shape Our Future.

Join us for an inspiring evening of friendship, celebration and impact as we mark our first Annual Benefit as Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minnesota!

This year’s Benefit is more than a celebration. It’s an opportunity to honor the people, stories and connections that have brought us together, while helping shape a strong future for generations to come.

At a time when connection matters more than ever, JFCS of Minnesota strengthens community by fostering belonging, building trusted relationships and ensuring no one faces life’s challenges alone.

Celebrate Our History. Be Part of Our Future.

Throughout the evening, enjoy new interactive experiences that bring our shared history to life:

  • Become Part of Our History: Capture a special moment at our photo experience and commemorate this milestone celebration.
  • Add Your Story to Ours: Share a favorite memory, meaningful connection or hope for the future of JFCS.
  • Discover Pieces of Our History: Connect with fellow guests, staff and volunteers as you uncover stories and moments that have shaped our organization, with a chance to win a special prize.
  • Planting Seeds. Growing Impact: Take home a meaningful reminder of the difference we can make together.

Most importantly, we’ll come together to raise critical funds to support the essential programs and services JFCS provides to thousands of individuals and families each year.

Join us as we celebrate our shared history, strengthen the connections that bring us together and help write the next chapter of JFCS of Minnesota.

Event Details

Saturday, December 5, 2026
Minneapolis Marriott Southwest
5801 Opus Parkway, Minnetonka

Evening Schedule

7:00 p.m. – Celebration & Connection

Enjoy cocktails, food stations, music, schmoozing and special interactive experiences celebrating our shared history. Explore our historical display, share your story, capture a memory, purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win exciting prizes and enjoy activities throughout the evening.

8:30 p.m. – JFCS Program

Join us for a special 30-minute program featuring remarks from Annual Benefit Co-Chairs Brenda Soumekh and Sonia Ungerman, Board President Howard Hoffman and CEO Amy Weiss.

We are proud to present the Friends of the Family Award to Dr. Allan Stillerman, recognizing his meaningful contributions to JFCS and our community.

The program will also feature our Fund-a-Need, an opportunity to make a direct impact on the lives of those we serve.

Attire

It’s a special night out! Fun cocktail party attire is suggested.

Unable to Attend in Person?

A livestream option will be available so you can join the celebration from wherever you are.

Fund-a-Need: Strengthening Jewish Life and Community

This year’s Fund-a-Need will support JFCS programs and services that strengthen and sustain Jewish life and community throughout Minnesota.

Your generosity will help support programs including Camp Scholarships, Food Security, Hag Sameach, J-Pride, Kosher Meals on Wheels, Caring Connections and PJ Library.

Together, we can continue building a vibrant, caring and connected community for generations to come.

Be Part of Our History. Help Shape Our Future.

Click here to purchase tickets, donate and become a sponsor!

Questions:
Peggy Mandel 952-542-4814
Email: benefit2026@jfcsmn.org