Since 1920, Jewish Community Services of South Florida (JCS) has stayed true to its mission—offering exceptional social services through compassionate, comprehensive programs that help people stay healthy, independent, and productive. By working closely with funding agencies, partner organizations, and community leaders, JCS continually expands its reach and deepens its impact across Miami-Dade County. With a foundation built on trust and care, JCS remains a source of help, healing, and hope.
What do we live for, if it is not to make life less difficult for each other?”—George Eliot
The mission of Jewish Community Services is to improve the quality of life and self-sufficiency of the Jewish and broader communities throughout South Florida in accordance with Jewish values.
The vision of Jewish Community Services is to be recognized as the leading provider of innovative services and programs that address existing and emerging social service needs.
Jewish Community Services helps develop individual self-sufficiency through a continuum of services that are culturally sensitive, accessible and integrated. JCS is committed to:
JCS offers compassionate support through every stage of life, including food assistance, counseling, case management, and domestic abuse support. We serve older adults, Holocaust Survivors, children, LGBTQIA+ youth, and people with disabilities, and connect individuals to trusted community resources when additional help is needed.
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Read MoreTransparency and accountability are central to everything we do at JCS. We invite you to review our financial information, audits, annual reports, and tax-exempt status to see how your support directly fuels programs that change lives. View our financials and see the impact your generosity makes.
JCS is building a strong future rooted in the continuity of our vital services, long-term financial stability, and a clear focus on measurable impact in the community. Guided by these priorities, our strategic plan outlines the path forward to ensure we continue meeting the evolving needs of those we serve. Explore our Strategic Plan to see how we are shaping tomorrow with care, commitment, and purpose.