We help individuals & families in crisis with food, counseling, life-skills workshops, and more.
Since its establishment in 1978, Jewish Family Services of Greater Orlando (JFS Orlando) provides services that stabilize individuals & families in crisis and enhance the quality of life to all members of the Central Florida community. As a leading human services organization in the region, we are based on the principles of community building, kindness, compassion, and concern for the betterment of our world. Our goal is to do our part in creating a happier, healthier community where, with support, structure, and guidance, members can overcome challenges to live fuller, more meaningful lives. Our main focus is in the following areas:
Food Assistance: Our Pearlman Food Pantry fights hunger by providing food assistance to individuals & families in need. Counseling: Our Counseling, Growth, & Development Program provides mental health affordable counseling for children, adults, couples, and families. Family Stabilization: The Family Stabilization Program (FSP) is a long-term case management program that helps individuals & families get back on their feet. Essential Transportation Program: Our RIDE (Reliable Independent Drivers for the Elderly) Program provides round-trip rides to medical, grocery, and other essential appointments for qualifying low-income seniors & disabled adults. Chaplaincy: Our Community Rabbi provides end of life services, burial or memorial services, and other visits, such as hospice, hospital, or home visits, to the unaffiliated Jewish community.
10/10/2025
Today is World Mental Health Day! We believe that mental health is a fundamental part of overall well-being. Mental wellness is a journey best travelled with compassion, understanding, & community support.
JFS Orlando is here to provide a caring hand to those in our community. Whether you need help managing daily stressors, processing difficult life events, or strengthening your family relationships, our team is here for you today & always.
10/09/2025
The Central Florida community’s need for JFS Orlando’s family of services has increased 30% since 2023.
One of the places we’ve seen impacted the most is the Pearlman Food Pantry.
Just $55 feeds a family of 4 for a week — with the Hope Challenge match, your $55 feeds TWO families!
Double your impact during the Hope Challenge by visiting jfsorlando.org/hopechallenge
10/09/2025
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10/09/2025
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As we enter the final days of the Hope Challenge, we wanted to share this note we received from a client:
“I want to take this opportunity to tell members of the Jewish Community about a wonderful program that helped me in my adjustment to life in America in Orlando when I relocated from Israel – JFS Orlando’s Family Stability Program.
JFS Orlando is a jewel that many people may not know is there for them as well for their families. Everyone I have met there has been anxious and willing to help me.
They have helped me in so many ways, and I hope that the Jewish community will help them keep this wonderful program for me and for others.”
10/07/2025
For the second year, we must again take a moment to acknowledge the ongoing war that began October 7th, 2023.
It has impacted so many of us in our community and around the globe. The tragic loss of life weighs heavily on us all. We extend our hopes for the immediate safe return of ALL the hostages and for lasting peace in the region.
Our thoughts are with everyone affected, directly or indirectly.
10/06/2025
Beginning this evening, we celebrate Sukkot!
During this holiday, we take time to express our gratitude for the abundance in our community. May you & your loved ones enjoy a season of happiness & warmth. Chag Sameach!
We will be closed on October 7th & 8th for the holiday, and will reopen on October 9th.
10/05/2025
Jewish Family Services of Greater Orlando has been nominated for Best Charitable Organization in the Best of Winter Park!
We are honored to be nominated. This is a testament to the support of our community, team, & volunteers.
To recognize our work, please vote for JFS Orlando daily!
Go to winterpark.org/vote to cast your vote!
10/03/2025
No one needs hope quite like a family on the verge of homelessness.
$200 can sponsor a family in our Family Stabilization Program, giving hope where it’s needed most.
Thanks to generous matching by the Pearlman, Minkow, & Bolton families, your $200 turns into $400 to help a Central Florida family.
Double your impact during the Hope Challenge by visiting jfsorlando.org/hopechallenge
10/01/2025
In observance of Yom Kippur, JFS Orlando will be closed on Thursday, October 2nd. We will reopen for normal business hours on Monday, October 6th.
G’Mar Chatima Tova.
09/30/2025
With the help of our generous donors, we are able to provide a vast family of services to our community.
Jewish Family Services of Greater Orlando works every day to meet the needs of our community with a family of services that includes mental health counseling, food assistance, transportation, senior care, & family stabilization assistance.
Help us meet the urgent need in our community by joining the Hope Challenge, & your donation will be generously matched by the Pearlman, Minkow, & Bolton families!
Double your impact during the Hope Challenge: jfsorlando.org/hopechallenge
As we gather for the Jewish High Holy Days and celebrate the New Year of 5786, we are called on not only to reflect, but to identify urgent action that is needed for ourselves, our community, & our world. Despite budget cuts & inflation, Jewish Family Services of Greater Orlando is committed, as we....
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JFS Orlando provides services to stabilize individuals and families in crisis, and enhances the quality of life across generations to all members of the Central Florida community.
JFS Orlando was founded in 1978 as a human services organization based on the principles of community building, kindness, compassion, and concern for the betterment of our world. Our programs are able to reach thousands of people each year thanks to vital community partners for their financial and in kind contributions, program development, and program delivery, as well as dedicated volunteers for their time and service.
Our programs include:
Counseling
- Individual, marriage, and family counseling. Most Insurances accepted. Fees paid on a sliding scale.
Pearlman Emergency Food Pantry
- Free groceries for our food insecure neighbors.
Family Stabilization Program
- Six-month case management program with workshops on budgeting, housing and career-building tips for better life management.
Chaplaincy
-Provides chaplaincy services to the unaffiliated Jewish community.
RIDE
- Free transportation to medical appointments for low-income homebound seniors and disabled adults
Volunteer Services
- Programs for various food and fundraising campaigns, babysitting and office assistance.
