Kristen Chenoweth cancels JFS appearance due to illness; Helen Hunt steps in
dallasvoice.comHelen Hunt (Courtesy JFS) In a press release Tuesday morning, Jewish Family Service (JFS) announced Helen Hunt, Oscar- and Emmy-winning actress, writer, director and producer, will headline the 10th Anniversary Woman to Woman Luncheon on Wednesday at the Renaissance Dallas Addison Hotel.
The previous speaker, Kristin Chenoweth, canceled her appearance due to illness. The luncheon, a biennial celebration of the power, influence, and impact of women, will feature Hunt in a fireside chat with WFAA’s Cynthia Izaguirre.
The fundraiser enables JFS to provide comprehensive mental health and social services to anyone in need regardless of age, race, religion, or ability to pay.
Last year JFS served 39,000 individuals. “We are delighted to welcome Helen Hunt as our keynote speaker and know this luncheon will be an incredible celebration of all that has been made possible by our donors of this event the last two decades,” Jewish Family Service CEO Cathy Barker said in the release. “We know that Helen’s message will be inspirational and fun for our attendees.
