Greensboro Jewish Federation

Programs: Jewish family services (jfs), a constituent agency of the greensboro jewish federation, is a family services agency primarily serving the jewish community of greensboro. A clinical program offers counseling, case management, information and referral, and outreach, serving over 800 families through licensed social workers and a congregational nurse. Additional services provided to seniors include van transportation for over 62 riders to doctor's appointments, community and social events, and religious services; three holiday luncheons serving over 330 guests; 296 gift bags delivered to homebound seniors and those in facilities at each of three holidays; and an arts program, chai notes, which connects some 80 older adults and their families and friends through the arts. A yiddish club and an english as a second language class for older adults from the former soviet union meet weekly. Mitzvah day, a community wide day of service and social responsibility, connects over 400 volunteers with 25+ projects throughout greater greensboro, as a way of giving back and providing for those in need. On christmas eve and day, 62 volunteers logged 203 hours at moses cone and wesley long hospitals, relieving regular staff and volunteers on their holiday. Throughout the year, 15 volunteers serve as friendly visitors, calling on homebound seniors in need of companionship. An average of 94 volunteers each month assist individuals and organizations in our community. About 751 underemployed and unemployed individuals receive services through our jobs email distribution list, weekly networking group, vocational counseling services, and workshops. Our food pantry serves 123 families; our client assistance program met emergency needs of 28 families. 19 goodwill vouchers were also distributed to 14 families. Scholarship assistance was provided to students studying in israel and young people attending jewish overnight summer camp. Jelf provides assistance to 18 students. Children and family program addresses the needs of families in our community, including those with special needs. We offer workshops and educational programs, information and referral, and social support. Approximately 788 information and referral calls were received.

the federation accomplishes its mission by developing jewish education and cultural activities, promoting an understanding of jewish culture and concerns, fostering cooperation and effectiveness of existing jewish organizations, developing human and financial resources to meet jewish needs, and building a strong relationship with our community-at-large. There are more than 1050 donors supporting federation. More specifically, the organization runs an annual community-wide film festival, sponsors holocaust education for teachers and students, executes missions around the world including facilitating a summer camp in beltsy, moldova and a study mission to israel, and publishes a monthly newspaper that is distributed to over 1,400 households. Future leaders are developed through the greensboro federation leadership institute, community wide young adult programs and specific programs for high school-aged students, l'taken, march of the living, and semesters in israel and jewish summer camp experiences. Additionally, funds are allocation to thirteen 501 (3) organizations supporting local, national, and international efforts.

the jewish foundation of greensboro is a constituent agency of the greensboro jewish federation. The foundation is a primary, trusted, and expert resource for planned giving and endowments. The foundation engages, educates, and inspires donors to create ongoing resources for charitable, religious, community, and educational needs. Through the create a jewish legacy initiative, the foundation promotes awareness of bequests, endowments, and other planned gifts and educates the community on how to create a meaningful charitable legacy.