Berkshire Bounty has implemented significant operational changes since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. These changes include the following: Increased the amount of food purchased from our supermarket and food wholesaler food sources which was made possible by the significant increase in the number of donations and grants received by BB over the last few…
Mentoring is currently recruiting for our 1-on-1 mentoring program. Apply today or reach out to Mica for more information at [email protected]
If you can make a donation, please mark it COVID-19: W2W for immigrant women and families, COVID-19: TRJ&E for Racial justice for any racial equity issues attached to this virus or COVID-19: HT for our Happiness Toolbox Families or in the memo/comments on PayPal please write COVID-19 Aide. Also, BRIDGE itself could use support to…
Beginning on June 15, we will be opening up our volunteer shifts to a limited number of volunteers each day. While the continuing COVID Crisis prevents us from having our usual, robust volunteer cohort each day, we will be able to have up to six volunteers each day. Volunteers can choose Tuesdays and Thursdays, when…
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…
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…
The amazing work that happens here at Kids’ Place is only possible thanks to the generous support of people like you. Please consider making a tax-deductible donation today. Together we can make a big difference in the life of a child.
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…
Dear Friend: This is the time, during a typical year, when VIM would invite you to our major annual fundraisers, including our Spring Dinner and our Annual Gala. This is not a typical year. We need to cancel both of these events, and the impact is substantial. These events, combined, raise more than $225,000. What is the…
Each Berkshire Baby Box is a safe sleep space, with a firm mattress and a fitted sheet. Each Box will also include a List of Local Resources, Infant First Aid pamphlet, Breast-feeding Guide and some or all of the following, depending on funding: BASIC LAYETTE: Halo Sleep Sack Cap Bib Burp Cloth BABY SUPPLIES: 2…