The Board of Directors of Jewish Family Service of Lancaster voted to name the annual Volunteer of the Year Award after Jean Feldstein, who embodied volunteerism in her daily life. Jean was a member of the JFS Board from 2000 to her untimely death in 2009. During that time, she was JFS’ Treasurer, Editor of its Ad Book, and Representative to the JCAL (Jewish Community Alliance of Lancaster) Board.
Jean was also an active member at Temple Beth El and in its Sisterhood, serving on many committees including the search committees for three rabbis. She was Editor of the Temple Beth El Bulletin and was the major designer of the sanctuary in the synagogue's Rohrerstown Road building. In 1995, she was recognized as Congregant of the Year.
In addition, Jean volunteered in the general community by serving on the Youth Activities Committee of the West Hempfield Police Department. Her knowledge, experience, and skills were used to assist at-risk youth, giving them the opportunity to avoid entering the legal system.
Jean was also an active member at Temple Beth El and in its Sisterhood, serving on many committees including the search committees for three rabbis. She was Editor of the Temple Beth El Bulletin and was the major designer of the sanctuary in the synagogue's Rohrerstown Road building. In 1995, she was recognized as Congregant of the Year.
In addition, Jean volunteered in the general community by serving on the Youth Activities Committee of the West Hempfield Police Department. Her knowledge, experience, and skills were used to assist at-risk youth, giving them the opportunity to avoid entering the legal system.
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