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Palm Beach County organizations offer support to unpaid TSA workers
WPBF, March 26, 2026 

PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. — TSA workers in West Palm Beach have gone about six weeks without pay due to the government shutdown, prompting local organizations to offer support.

Meet the Delray Seniors Bringing Musical Magic to the Weisman Center
Jewish Journal, March 19, 2026 

Is the neighborhood’s best-kept musical secret inside a Delray Beach community center?

The Valiant Players, an all-seniors singing group, has been on a streak with a string of sold-out shows inside the Shirley & Barton Weisman Delray Community Center in Delray Beach, part of the Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services.

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Podcast: Finding the Courage to Lead in the Service of Others

President & CEO Danielle Hartman joined the Peace Love Nation Podcast to share the mission and vision of JFS. From her personal connection to the community to compassion in action, Danielle dove into how we navigate challenges, support those we serve, and continue shaping the future of our agency.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation you won’t want to miss! Links below that include hightlighted clips.

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A Celebration of Community: Annual Thanksgiving Banquet Brings Joy to Hundreds
Boca Raton Tribune, December 1, 2025

Boca Raton, FL – On Thursday, November 27, at The Eagles Center on the Richard and Carol Siemens Jewish Campus, Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services (Rales JFS) and the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County (JFSPBC) hosted the beloved Annual Thanksgiving Banquet, welcoming more than 600 seniors and adults with disabilities for a traditional holiday celebration. 

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Rales JFS Helping Hungry During Government Shutdown
Boca News Now, (Copyright © 2025 MetroDesk Media, LLC) October 31, 2025

Boca Raton, FL – October 31, 2025 –In response to the government shutdown and loss of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Benefits, Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services (Rales JFS) is asking the community to donate to the Jacobson Family Food Pantry.

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Danielle Hartman, President & CEO, Interviewed by South Florida Sunday
WRMF, September 28, 2025

Boca Raton, FL – September 28, 2025 – Danielle Hartman, President & CEO of Rales JFS, shares all about the vital programs and services offered to the South Florida Community on South Florida Sunday. Hear firsthand how Rales JFS programs are making a meaningful impact-from behavioral health, family & children’s services, food & financial assistance, senior services, philanthropy and volunteerism-in this inspiring radio interview. 

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Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services Highlights Hunger Action Month
Boca Raton Tribune, September 16, 2025

Boca Raton, FL – September 16, 2025 – September is nationally recognized as Hunger Action Month. Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services (Rales JFS) remains committed to combatting food insecurity in the community. 

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