Diane: JFSA Development Dept.

Diane Switzer is a former president of the JFSA Board of Directors. She held that role between 1994 and 1997. Although it’s been more than a decade since she’s been on the board, her connection to the agency remains strong – Diane continues to be a proud donor.

She considers JFSA to be one of the only organizations committed almost solely to the most vulnerable population of the community - be it through feeding the less privileged, helping immigrants resettle or offering counselling to those who need it. During her time at JFSA, Diane witnessed a wave of Yugoslavian immigrants coming through the agency, looking for help and guidance.

“For all those things that newcomers need, JFSA has always made a difference,” she said.

Diane commends the staff and volunteers at JFSA for being the most dedicated she’s seen in an organization.

“People stay with the organization for a very long time,” she said.

Diane uses herself as an example. Her personal experience with the agency has helped make it part of her life to this day.

“I give to JFSA as my specific charity of choice in the community because of that connection to service delivery,” she said. “You know that your money is going to programs that help the vulnerable in our community.”