Seattle J-Serve 2026

J-Serve 2026

Join Jewish teens from across the greater Seattle area for J-Serve 2026, our second annual day dedicated to giving back and making a meaningful impact in our community!

Schedule & Registration

This year, Seattle-area teens will come together for hands-on service projects that address important community needs. Whether you’re packing birthday bags for children experiencing homelessness, cooking meals for teens facing housing insecurity, providing companionship and support to individuals with disabilities or elderly adults, or participating in environmental projects, your service will truly make a difference.

12:30 PM	Bus pickup in North Seattle
1:00 PM	All teens arrive at the SJCC & Opening Ceremony
1:30 PM	Teens depart by bus to service sites (sack lunch provided)
2:00-3:30 PM	Arrival at service sites. Service projects at designated locations
3:30 PM	Transportation to celebration location
4:00–5:30 PM	Closing celebration at designated location

Registration closes at 5PM on March 26, 2026.

Questions? Please don’t hesitate to reach out with questions to Maddy Merrell (maddym@sjcc.org) or 425-681-3137.
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Parent Name*

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Are you affiliated with any of the following organizations? Check all that apply.*

SJCCBBYOUSY – Herzl-Ner TamidUSY – Congregation Beth ShalomNFTY – Temple De-Hirsh SinaiNFTY – Temple Beth AmNFTY – Temple B’nai TorahCongregation Kol AmiTzofim Israeli ScoutsOther (please specify)No Affiliation
Dietary Restrictions

A vegetarian sack lunch will be provided. Please indicate any additional dietary restrictions or considerations below.
Do you have any dietary restrictions? Check all that apply.

Dairy/Lactose-FreeStrict KosherGluten-FreeVeganOther
Transportation: How are you getting to the SJCC?*

Meet at the SJCC at 12:45PMI will take the bus from North Seattle (designated pickup location) at 12:15 PM
Service Site Descriptions

Please select ONE service site preference. Space is limited and placements are first-come, first-served.

Friendship Circle
Helping children, teens, and young adults with disabilities through inclusive programming and activities.
Capacity: 30 teens

Kline Galland – The Summit (Senior Living)
Spend quality time with residents in downtown Seattle, providing companionship, conversation, and support.
Capacity: 25 teens

Cooking for YouthCare
Help prepare a full meal for 40 teens and young adults experiencing homelessness.
Cooking experience preferred — come excited to cook!
Capacity: 15 teens

Birthday Dreams
Create party hats, goodie bags, and bracelet crafts for children’s birthday celebrations.
Birthday Dreams is a nonprofit dedicated to bringing hope, joy, and a sense of self-worth to children experiencing homelessness through the gift of a birthday party.
Capacity: 35 teens
Choose Your Service Site: Preference 1*
Choose Your Service Site: Preference 2*
Choose Your Service Site: Preference 3*
Questions? Please don’t hesitate to reach out with questions to Maddy Merrell (maddym@sjcc.org) or 425-681-3137.
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J-Serve 2026

Schedule & Registration

Dietary Restrictions

Service Site Descriptions