Programs & Services

Our flagship food program ensures that every Jewish family in need has access to nutritious, kosher food throughout the year. We operate a full-service kosher food pantry stocked with fresh produce, proteins, dairy, and shelf-stable staples — all meeting strict kashrut standards.

• Weekly kosher food packages for families
• Monthly grocery distributions at our pantry
• Holiday food boxes for Rosh Hashanah, Passover, and Purim
• Emergency food delivery for homebound individuals
• Referrals to supplemental nutrition programs

We believe every Jewish child deserves access to quality Jewish education regardless of their family's financial circumstances. Our education programs provide scholarships, tutoring, and enrichment opportunities that strengthen Jewish identity and academic achievement.

• Day school and yeshiva tuition assistance
• After-school tutoring and homework help
• Bar and Bat Mitzvah preparation support
• Summer camp scholarships
• Jewish literacy and Hebrew language programs

Our elder care program provides comprehensive support to Jewish seniors who wish to age with dignity in their own homes and communities. From friendly visitor programs to practical assistance, we ensure our elders are never isolated or forgotten.

• Friendly visitor and telephone reassurance programs
• Grocery shopping and errand assistance
• Transportation to medical appointments and synagogue
• Home safety assessments and modifications
• Coordination with home health aides and social services

Life's unexpected crises — job loss, medical emergencies, natural disasters — can push any family to the brink. Our emergency assistance program provides rapid, confidential financial relief to Jewish families facing acute hardship, helping them stabilize and rebuild.

• Emergency rent and mortgage assistance
• Utility shutoff prevention grants
• Medical bill relief and prescription assistance
• Job loss bridge funding
• Confidential case management and referrals

Jewish holidays are the heartbeat of our community — but for families under financial stress, they can be a source of anxiety rather than joy. Our holiday programs ensure that every family can celebrate Shabbos, Rosh Hashanah, Passover, Purim, and Chanukah with dignity and abundance.

• Shabbos food packages every week
• Rosh Hashanah honey and holiday meal kits
• Passover seder plates and full meal packages
• Purim mishloach manot and costume funds
• Chanukah gifts and menorah kits for children

Mental health challenges touch every community, yet stigma often prevents Jewish families from seeking help. Our Shalom Nefesh program provides confidential, culturally sensitive mental health support — connecting individuals and families with licensed therapists who understand the Jewish experience.

• Subsidized therapy sessions with licensed professionals
• Crisis counseling and emergency mental health referrals
• Support groups for grief, anxiety, and life transitions
• Culturally sensitive care from providers who understand Jewish values
• Coordination with rabbinical leadership when appropriate