Barbara Goodman (left) JFCS Senior Services Social Worker, presented the Tzedakah Award to Janice Gross (not pictured) and Florence Lipstein (right) for their work with senior citizens in the Golden Agers Program and the Kosher Cafe.

Excerpts from Barbara Goodman's comments about these dedicated volunteers:
Florence Lipstein is my role model in terms of someone who is constantly doing for others. Florence has boundless energy and generosity.

Janice Gross came on her own to volunteer at the Golden Agers Program She started out helping to serve food. When she saw there was a need for a discussion group leader she stepped right in and volunteered to prepare an interesting weekly topic for discussion. This continues to be a much-enjoyed activity.

Both of these women make a difference in countless people lives and their efforts are highly valued by one and all.

Featured Donors

Zach Lawrence

"To all my friends,
I'd like to ask you, instead of giving me a gift, to make a donation to the Jewish Family & Children's Service of Greater Mercer County. They serve people and families of every race and religion.
While I am very lucky that I have family and friends to rely on, there are people in our area who are not so fortunate. While my biggest worry is getting good grades, there are others who must worry about where they will sleep or about their next meal.
You can learn more about this great group at www.jfcsonline.org. Please mail your donations to 707 Alexander Road, Princeton, NJ 08540, mention Zach's Bar Mitzvah.
Thanks,
Zach Lawrence"

Zach's generosity and that of his friends, really made a difference at JFCS!

Samantha Wagner

"Dear Family & Friends,
Many people in our area are not as fortunate as I am. Therefore, instead of giving me a gift, I ask you to please make a donation to the Jewish Family & Children's Service of Greater Mercer County.
Your donations are tax deductible, so please be at least as generous with them as you would have been with your gift to me. If it is easier for you, you can give me your donation check and I will mail it for you. Please mention in the "Memo" line that your donation is in honor of my Bat Mitzvah. Thank you for giving generously.
Samantha Wagner"

Samantha's generosity and that of her friends, really made a difference at JFCS!