Author: Jennie Wexler

On Wednesday evening, September 3, 150 teen volunteers filled LifeTown, eager to lend a helping hand. The annual Kickoff event was an inspiring night that welcomed teens back at the beginning of the new...

Summer is all about soaking up carefree days with friends and family. Once again, Friendship Circle created memories to last a lifetime at their fun-filled summer camp. During four weeks this summer, laughter echoed...

It takes a dedicated team of over 1,500 volunteers to create the magic of LifeTown. On Thursday, May 29, teen and adult volunteers were treated to a festive celebration recognizing their indispensable contributions to...

“Tonight is about community. About hope. About the power of someone saying, ‘Give me the baby,’” shared Angela Brewer during her heartfelt remarks, capturing the spirit of a deeply moving evening. “Those were Toba’s...

Last November, Jaime Guberman knew she wanted to do something momentous to honor the memory of her twin brother, Joshua, and her father, Ira. The ten-year anniversary of their passing was approaching that spring....

Passover is a beautiful celebration of family and traditions. This year, the holiday was observed from April 12-20. All around the world, Seder tables were filled with family and friends enjoying a feast which...

Opening Doors to Opportunity When a child steps through the doors of LifeTown, they are transported to a magical place where everyone belongs. Thanks to a generous state grant, made possible through the support...

This year, Purim was especially magical and memorable, as the holiday auspiciously fell on Friday, leading straight into the warmth of Shabbat. To mark the occasion, Friendship Circle hosted a variety of action-packed events...

Every week, local teens volunteer their time at LifeTown, putting smiles on the faces of participants with special needs. In turn, volunteering deeply inspires the teens, with some deciding to dedicate their Bar or...

Senior year is full of exciting milestones and opportunities to leave a lasting mark on the community. On Wednesday, February 5, seniors from Golda Och Academy in West Orange, NJ volunteered as a class...