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* Listings with an asterisk are part of the JUF/JF partnership of agencies serving the
Chicago and worldwide Jewish community.

Facets Jewish Video Catalog

Facets Multimedia
1517 W. Fullerton Ave.
Chicago
IL
60614
Phone: (800) 331-6197 , (773) 281-9075
Fax: (773) 929-5937
Email: sales@facets.org
URL: http://www.facets.org

 Jewish themes, culture, history: Yiddish, Israeli, and documentaries. Free catalog.

Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park

200 N. Columbus Drive
Chicago
IL
60601
Phone: (312) 565-8000
Fax: (312) 856-1032
URL: http://www.themillenniumparkhotel.com

In-house kosher kitchen. cRc-certified.

Fasman Yeshiva High School *

7135 N. Carpenter Road
Skokie
IL
60077
Phone: (847) 982-2500
Fax: (847) 745-0211
Email: fyhs@htc.edu
URL: http://www.htc.edu
Contact: Rabbi Dovid Kupchik, Principal

Fully accredited, college preparatory, Orthodox Yeshiva high school program, for boys grades nine-12.

Federation of Jewish Men's Clubs

Midwest Region
1633 Brighton Court
Northbrook
IL
60062
Phone: (847) 714-6631
Email: webmaster613@midwestregionfjmc.org
URL: http://www.midwestregionfjmc.org
Contact: Dr. Michael Greenberg, Region President

Jewish volunteers committed to serving their congregations, building a strong and united Conservative movement, study of traditions, and understanding through brotherhood.

Financial Counseling *

Counseling at JCFS
Phone: (855) 275-5237 (855-ASK-JCFS)
Email: ask@jcfs.org
URL: http://www.jcfs.org

The financial counseling specialists at Jewish Child & Family Services can help you create financial balance, by assisting you in developing and managing budgets, planning for the future, and accessing important community resources. A financial counseling specialist can meet with you in one-on-one sessions to begin your journey toward better money management.

Foster Care *

Jewish Child & Family Services
216 W. Jackson Blvd.
Suite 700
Chicago
IL
60606
Phone: 855-275-5237 (855-ASK-JCFS)
Email: ask@jcfs.org
URL: http://www.jcfs.org
Contact: Nancy Dorfman-Schwartz, Senior Director, Child Welfare

 JCFS places children and adolescents from birth to 21 years of age who are wards of the State in JCFS foster homes. The Specialized Foster Care program serves children who have a high degree of emotional/behavioral and medical problems. The full service, comprehensive program recruits and trains potential foster parents, provides individual/family therapy, group therapy, life skills classes, respite care and case management services.

Foundation for Jewish Camp

253 W. 35th Street, 4th Floor
New York
NY
10001
Phone: (646) 278-4500
Email: info@jewishcamp.org
URL: http://www.jewishcamp.org

Unifies and galvanizes the field of Jewish overnight camp and significantly increases the number of children participating in transformative summers at Jewish camp, assuring a vibrant North American Jewish community.

Four Seasons Hotel Chicago

120 E. Delaware Place
Chicago
IL
60611
Phone: (312) 280-8800
Fax: (312) 280-1748
URL: http://www.fourseasons.com/chicagofs

cRc glatt kosher catering available.

Fox Valley Jewish Neighbors (FVJN)

121 S. Third Street
P. O. Box 346
Geneva
IL
60134
Phone: (630) 465-0356
Email: info@fvjn.org
URL: http://www.fvjn.org

Inclusive Jewish community group for Jewish and interfaith families. The mission of FVJN is to enrich lives, enhance connections and be a resource for the Jewish community. Offers educational, social, religious and charitable programs built upon Jewish values, heritage and culture.

Fraida-Cameron Chabad Center for Jewish Life & Learning

2904 Old Glenview Road
Wilmette
IL
60091
Phone: (847) 251-7707
Fax: (847) 251-5495
Email: info@chabadwilmette.com
URL: http://www.chabadwilmette.com
Contact: Rabbi Dovid Flinkenstein

A place for meaning, for learning, for joy, for family, for community. 

Frank Rosenthal Memorial Collection

20820 Western Ave.
Olympia Fields
IL
60461
Phone: (708) 748-6010
Email: rfriedman@templeanshesholom.org
Contact: Rick Friedman

An extensive private collection of Judaica gathered by Rabbi Frank F. Rosenthal; open to the public.

Free Sons of Israel Cemetery

1600 S. Des Plaines Ave.
Forest Park
IL
60130
Phone: (708) 366-1190

Serving all Jewish traditions.

Friends of Israel Scouts - Tzofim Inc.

4711 Golf Rd. Suite 600
Skokie
IL
60076
Phone: (847) 675-6790
Fax: (847) 679-5286
Email: midwest@israelscouts.org
URL: http://www.israelscouts.org
Contact: Adi Sharon

Supports programs including Tzofim Friendship Caravan, Tzofim Summer Delegation, Tzofin Chetz V'Keshet, Tzofim Keshet, Tzofim Tzabar, Tzofim Farin Tzabar, Tzofim Shnat Sherut, Hevre and Tzofim in Your Camp, in cooperation with the Tzofim (Israel Scouts) movement in Israel.

Friends of Refugees of Eastern Europe

Samuel Bellows Educational and Cultural Center
2935 W. Devon Ave.
Chicago
IL
60659
Phone: (773) 274-5123
Fax: (773) 274-2810
Email: rln@russianjewry.org
URL: http://www.russianjewry.org/
Contact: Levi Notik, Director

Language, job placement, and other assistance programs for Russian Jewish émigrés.

Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF)

29 E. Madison Street
Chicago
IL
60602-4550
Phone: (312) 372-8500
Fax: (312) 372-8515
Email: chicago@fidf.org
URL: http://www.fidf.org

Supports humanitarian, educational, cultural, recreational and social programs for Israeli soldiers and their families.

JCC Chicago Early Childhood at Florence G. Heller JCC *

524 W. Melrose Ave.
Chicago
IL
60657
Phone: (773) 938-8340
Fax: (773) 871-0224
Email: rweber@jccchicago.org
URL: http://www.jccchicagoearlychildhood.org
Contact: Rachel Weber

At JCC Chicago Early Childhood at Florence G. Heller JCC, located in Chicago's Lakeview neighborhood, your child is at the center of all we do. We strive to provide the foundation for children to develop and grow while bringing Jewish values to life. Our professional, loving, one-of-a-kind educators help your family feel that Florence G. Heller JCC is your home away from home. From incredible classrooms to our beautiful outdoor space, your child will have endless opportunities to learn, play, grow and make friends that last a lifetime. For ages 6 weeks - 4 years. 

JCC Chicago Family Programming *

300 Revere Drive
Northbrook
IL
60062
Phone: 847-763-3517
Email: akaufman@jccchicago.org
URL: www.jccchicago.org/families
Contact: Name: Andi Kaufman

Second Fridays 5:45-7:30pm Northbrook@ Bernard Weinger JCC; Lake Zurich @ Lake County JCC; Lakeview @ Florence G. Heller JCC. Who doesn't love seconds and thirds of a good thing? Join the JCC community for a young family Shabbat on second Friday nights monthly. We provide dinner and dessert along with songs, stories and of course Shabbat Candle lighting and challah! Each month, Third Saturdays 3:30pm-5:00pm in Northbrook, Lake County, Lakeview. Third Saturdays is an opportunity for your family to enjoy an afternoon of fun with your JCC community. Ending with Havdalah, families can participate in a themed craft, snack and an interactive activity or entertainment.

JCC Chicago Financial Resource Development & Endowment *

300 Revere Drive
Northbrook
IL
60062
Phone: 224-406-9213
Email: afriduss@jccchicago.org
URL: http://www.jccchicago.org.org
Contact: Ali Friduss, Director, Development

The JCC Chicago Endowment Foundation, in partnership with the Jewish United Fund's Agency Endowment Program, was created to provide for the agency's future and that of our programs and services to the greater Chicago Jewish community. Endowment revenue and annual philanthropic support enable JCC Chicago to strengthen Jewish identity and community, develop and deliver innovative programs and services, and cultivate future leaders in the Jewish community.

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Rachael's Creations

Handmade, unique Judaica crafted from polymer clay, including mezuzah cases, shabbat candle stick sets, menorahs and seder plates. Pieces are adorned with a variety of elements including wire, beads, stones, mica powders and alcohol inks. Many gifts can be personalized with English or Hebrew letters.

Rabbi Menachem Slavaticki

Rabbi Slavaticki is a highly experienced Mohel who has performed numerous circumcisions over the years. He is known for his expertise, professionalism, and compassionate care for both the baby and the family.

Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt

At Menchie's, we provide delicious frozen yogurt and sorbet made with all real and natural ingredients. We have very unique flavors that adhere to everyone's needs including Dairy-free, Nut-free, No sugar added, and Low Carb. Not to mention, all of our flavors are Kosher! We are known as one of the best Kosher dessert places in the city of Chicago! We also have lots of fun coloring sheets and a chalkboard at our store so that families can take their time and enjoy the fun and welcoming environment of our frozen yogurt shop. We bring the community together over delicious, Kosher treats at Menchie's Frozen Yogurt.