About JFS of Metrowest
Jewish Family Service of Metrowest (JFS) [ EIN: 04-2730898 ] is a nonprofit, community-based organization dedicated to Accelerating Social, Academic and Health Equity. Providing services to over 7,800 people in need within the Metrowest and Greater Boston regions each year, primary focus areas include:
- Nutrition and basic needs assistance for struggling families
- Programs that support the needs of low-income and first generation students so they can thrive
- Citizenship, immigrant and resettlement programs
- Geriatric care management and other support services that enable vulnerable older adults to live independently
YOUR DONATION IS IN GOOD HANDS
JFS’ sound fiscal management practices and commitment to accountability and transparency have earned it a multi-year 4-star rating from Charity Navigator (with a perfect score of 100%!) so you can have confidence that your donation will drive change and make a difference.
“Charities with Perfect Scores – The exceptional charities on this list have earned perfect scores across all four beacons in our Encompass Rating System. Based on our metrics, these organizations are highly impactful in their given cause area, are fiscally responsible and transparent, and follow leadership and organizational culture best practices. Less than one-tenth of one percent of charities we rate earn a perfect score!” —- Charity Navigator
JFS is also proud to have been consistently awarded the Candid (formerly Guidestar) Platinum Seal of Transparency since 2018. Visit the JFS profile on Guidestar, which includes our most recent 990s and audited financial statements.
Mission
Accelerating Social, Academic and Health Equity
JFS provides vital social, health and community services to alleviate suffering, enhance lives and support people in need.
Values
Guided by the Jewish tradition of social responsibility and compassion, we are dedicated to:
- Supporting people of all ages and backgrounds
- Treating people with dignity and compassion
- Helping people achieve and sustain healthy lives and independence
- Providing culturally relevant services
- Collaborating with community partners to broaden our impacts
Leadership Vision
JFS is committed to:
- Be a leader and catalyst in providing the best social, health and community services with special responsibility to vulnerable children, families and older adults.
- Develop and deliver essential services to assist those in need.
- Be flexible and adapt to the changing needs in our community.
- Demonstrate compelling and measurable impacts in all our programs, while exceeding expectations in service and personal attention to clients and partners.
- Connect and engage the current and future generations and their families to a vibrant, meaningful Jewish community in collaboration with community partners and stakeholders.
- Attract, develop and retain talented, caring and invested staff, volunteers and lay leaders who work collaboratively in valued and essential partnerships.
- Have an independent, strong and engaged Board of Directors whose governance sets the priorities and future direction for the agency.
- Develop the organizational capacities, financial resources and fund development programs that sustain and expand the agency’s mission.
JFS Videos
JFS Fosters Innovative Partnerships for Brighter Tomorrows
Learn how partnering with JFS can make a meaningful and powerful difference in the lives of people who need help the most.
What is the One Word You Would Use to Describe JFS of Metrowest?
Click to hear our donors, staff, volunteers and community partners reflect on what JFS means to them.
JFS Addresses the Housing Crisis – Collaborative Housing Solutions that Build Thriving Communities
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JFS Business News
$10K Match! This Giving Tuesday, Double Your Impact and Help JFS Help Our Neighbors in Need.
DONATE NOW Dear Friends, We hope this finds you and your family in good health. The year 2024 marks a significant milestone in our journey - we are excited to announce that JFS is celebrating its 45th anniversary this year! For nearly half a century, we have been...
JFSMW Job Opening – Case Manager to Work with Haitian Creole and/or Spanish Speaking Immigrants
JOB OPENING Job Title: Case Manager Primary Assignment: Immigrant Services Salary Range: Commensurate with Level of Education and Experience (Specialist I or II) Work Schedule: Full-Time, Salaried with Benefits Position Description: Jewish Family Service (JFS) of...
JFS Celebrates 45 Years of Positive Impact!
The year 2024 marks a significant milestone in the JFS journey and to celebrate its 45th Anniversary, JFS brought together past and present leaders for a time of joyful remembrance, reflection and rededication. Held at the Danforth Art Museum at Framingham State...