Community Initiative to Strengthen Families
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About us
Founded in 1998 by a small group of dedicated lay leaders, the Community Initiative to Strengthen Families (CISF) is an Orthodox and Torah observant organization that has been helping all Jewish families in St. Louis in the areas of shalom bayis and chinuch habanim for the past 25 years. Our goal is to connect the community members with resources to maximize personal and communal growth in these areas in partnership with local and national organizations.
“Dedicated to building a stronger St. Louis community by helping to build stronger families”
Programming and Events
Check out our upcoming in-person or virtual events
View audio and/or recordings of past events
Check out happenings and events in our community
Past Events
Relationship-Based Parenting
Community Lecture
October 17, 2023
Referral Guides
Our referral guides are designed as a resource to facilitate access to professionals who can meet the social-emotional and educational needs of you and your loved ones.
Explore Our List of Educational Specialists and Service Providers for Your Child's Needs
Looking for a mental health service provider? Connect with a respresentative of Relief Midwest for a referral that is customized to address your specific needs.
CISF does not endorse the particular resources featured on these pages
The CISF Team:
Orli Axelbaum
Suri Botuck
Avigail Brown
Lynda Cohen
Devora Feigenbaum
Miriam Gewirtz
Gitty Greengart
Shoshana Kowalsky
D'vorah Miller
Susie Rosenblum
Donations and Sponsorships
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Donate via Zelle using cisf0203@gmail.com
Checks can be made payable to Young Israel CISF and mailed to 8112 Teasdale ave
