Our Work

Programs & Services

For over 25 years, the Tomchei Foundation has delivered comprehensive, dignified support to Jewish families across every stage of life and every kind of need.

12
Active Programs
2,400+
Families Served
25+
Years of Service
94%
Funds to Programs

How We Serve

Each program is designed around the Jewish values of tzedakah, chesed, and kavod ha-briot — the dignity of every human being.

Food Assistance
מָזוֹן
Mazon
No family goes hungry

Food Assistance

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
800+ families served monthly
Education & Youth
חִינּוּךְ
Chinuch
Investing in the next generation

Education & Youth

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
350+ students supported annually
Elder Care
כִּבּוּד אָב וָאֵם
Kibbud Av Va'em
Honoring our elders with dignity

Elder Care

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
400+ seniors supported each year
Emergency Assistance
הַצָּלָה
Hatzalah
A safety net when crisis strikes

Emergency Assistance

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
$1.2M in emergency grants distributed last year
Holiday Programs
יוֹם טוֹב
Yom Tov
Every family celebrates with joy

Holiday Programs

Jewish holidays are the heartbeat of our community. We ensure that financial hardship never prevents a family from experiencing the joy and sanctity of Shabbat and the Yomim Tovim. Our holiday programs provide everything needed for meaningful observance.

  • Shabbat candle and supply packages
  • Passover seder plates, haggadot, and full seder boxes
  • Rosh Hashanah honey, apples, and holiday meals
  • Purim mishloach manot packages
  • Chanukah menorahs, candles, and gifts for children
1,200+ holiday packages distributed annually
Mental Health & Wellness
שְׁלוֹם נֶפֶשׁ
Shalom Nefesh
Healing the whole person

Mental Health & Wellness

Mental and emotional wellbeing are inseparable from physical health. Our Shalom Nefesh program connects Jewish community members with culturally sensitive counseling, support groups, and wellness resources — removing the stigma and financial barriers to care.

  • Subsidized individual and family counseling
  • Grief and bereavement support groups
  • Caregiver respite and support
  • Crisis intervention and referral
  • Culturally competent therapist matching
200+ individuals in active counseling

How to Access Our Services

All services are confidential. No one is turned away due to inability to pay.

1

Reach Out

Call or email our intake team. All inquiries are handled with complete confidentiality and sensitivity.

2

Intake Assessment

A dedicated case manager will speak with you to understand your needs and identify the right programs.

3

Receive Support

Services begin quickly — often within 24–48 hours for emergency needs. We stay with you as long as needed.

Ready to get started?

Our intake team is available Sunday–Thursday, 9am–5pm.

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Your Gift Funds These Programs

94 cents of every dollar you donate goes directly to program services. Your tzedakah makes every one of these programs possible.