Brushes + Forks at San Diego Hall of Champions

Program benefits Jewish Family Service’s Hand Up Youth Food Pantry

San Diego, CA -- Join Emerging Leaders at JFS—San Diego’s premier network for community-minded, philanthropic young professionals—at Brushes + Forks on Thursday, November 13 at 7:00 p.m. at the San Diego Hall of Champions in Balboa Park. Guests will be treated to live music and delicious food, craft beer and specialty cocktails in the home of the largest multi-sports memorabilia collection in the nation.

According to Kara Finkenberg, JFS Board Member and Brushes + Forks Chair, Brushes + Forks offers a unique opportunity to enjoy a wonderful evening while supporting an organization committed to improving our community. “I am passionate about Jewish Family Service because of the incredible impact our programs make in the lives of each person who turns to us in their time of need,” said Finkenberg. “For families and individuals across San Diego, JFS offers a helping hand, needed guidance and unparalleled support—and always with dignity and respect.”Brushes + Forks event chairs are Kira Finkenberg and Rachel Welland. The event planning committee includes Julia Dorfman, Keri Ross and Carla Sanderson. A variety of sponsorship opportunities are still available.

Tickets are $65 ($75 at the door) and can be purchased online at www.jfssd.org/brushes or contact Ashley Harrington, Emerging Leaders Coordinator, at (858) 637-3051 or ashleyh@jfssd.org.

###

ABOUT EMERGING LEADERS AT JFS
Emerging Leaders at JFS brings together socially-minded young Jewish professionals to support the many programs and services of Jewish Family Service of San Diego. Members contribute creative problem-solving and professional skills to support the work of Jewish Family Service and enhance their own professional experiences. By taking responsibility for the social issues affecting our community and empowering each other to make a difference, Emerging Leaders at JFS is leading Jewish Family Service into the future. www.jfssd.org/emerging

ABOUT JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE OF SAN DIEGO

Since 1918, Jewish Family Service of San Diego has been a trusted community resource for individuals and families in times of need. Our wide range of integrated services Move Families and Individuals Toward Self-Sufficiency, Support Aging with Dignity, and Foster Community Connection and Engagement throughout San Diego County and the Coachella Valley. Many people turn to Jewish Family Service with a specific need, such as hunger. But what begins with one service often leads to a much larger scope of support, including counseling, education, job coaching, transportation, and more. Our message to every person who turns to Jewish Family Service in search of a better life is: WE’RE WITH YOU. To learn how JFS transforms lives in our community, visit www.jfssd.org.