Jewish Family Services of Greater Orlando

Jewish Family Services of Greater Orlando 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 o

f 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.

August is National Wellness Month, an important reminder to focus on all aspects of our health, from the mental & physic...
08/08/2025

August is National Wellness Month, an important reminder to focus on all aspects of our health, from the mental & physical to the spiritual. 🪷

JFS Orlando is here to support the wellness of our community with an expansive family of services.

Learn more by visiting jfsorlando.org

Please join us in Aaron Bernstein, our Director of Development & Marketing, a very happy birthday! 🎉Chances are, if you ...
08/07/2025

Please join us in Aaron Bernstein, our Director of Development & Marketing, a very happy birthday! 🎉

Chances are, if you have donated to our Jewish Family Services of Greater Orlando in recent years, you’ve heard from Aaron. If you haven’t…well, you probably will! 🙌

Thank you, Aaron, for everything you do to help those in need at JFS Orlando and the whole community as the Chair of the Jewish Community Relations Council! Hope you enjoy your special day! ✨

Every parent knows that back-to-school season costs can add up fast—which is especially difficult for struggling familie...
08/06/2025

Every parent knows that back-to-school season costs can add up fast—which is especially difficult for struggling families.

At this time, some of the most-needed donations at Pearlman Food Pantry include:
☑️ Formula & baby food
☑️ Diapers of all sizes
☑️ Hygiene products (i.e., deodorant, toothpaste, soap, shampoo)
☑️ Shelf-stable children’s snack foods
☑️ Instant food mixes (i.e., instant mashed potatoes, pancake mix, brownie mix)

Find the full list & schedule a drop-off at jfsorlando.org/pearlman-food-pantry

Holocaust Memorial Resource and Education Center of Florida presents "A Night at the Catskills," a comedy show honoring ...
08/04/2025

Holocaust Memorial Resource and Education Center of Florida presents "A Night at the Catskills," a comedy show honoring the Jewish resorts in the Catskills that helped launch the careers of some of America's greatest comedians!

Here are the details:
📅 Wednesday, August 6
⏰ 6:30 p.m.
📍 DeVos Family Room, Dr. Phillip's Performing Arts Center

This is sure to be a memorable night, hosted by an organization JFS Orlando is proud to call a community partner.

Find tickets here: https://www.drphillipscenter.org/events/tickets/2025/a-night-at-the-catskills/

The RIDE Challenge is officially over, but we checked this morning, and the link still works. 🤔Forgot to donate? Now’s t...
08/01/2025

The RIDE Challenge is officially over, but we checked this morning, and the link still works. 🤔

Forgot to donate? Now’s the time! Help us cross the finish line! 🏁

Our waitlist for the RIDE Program now has over 75 low-income seniors & disabled adults in our community.

We need your help to clear the waitlist!

Donate NOW while the link is still live: jfsorlando.org/ride2025

For a few more hours, donations toward the RIDE Challenge will be matched, dollar-for-dollar, up to $7,500! 🚗💨Help JFS O...
07/31/2025

For a few more hours, donations toward the RIDE Challenge will be matched, dollar-for-dollar, up to $7,500! 🚗💨

Help JFS Orlando cross the finish line by visiting jfsorlando.org/RIDE2025

Don’t miss out on your opportunity to make a difference!Today, July 31, is the final day to help low-income seniors & di...
07/31/2025

Don’t miss out on your opportunity to make a difference!

Today, July 31, is the final day to help low-income seniors & disabled adults by joining the 2025 RIDE Challenge.

Remember, each donation is matched, up to $7,500! This means that your $200 donation would turn into $400, or one month of essential rides.

Help JFS Orlando reach the finish line: jfsorlando.org/RIDE2025

Cross the finish line with JFS Orlando! 🏁As our aging population grows, transportation costs continue to rise, making ri...
07/30/2025

Cross the finish line with JFS Orlando! 🏁

As our aging population grows, transportation costs continue to rise, making rides less accessible than ever for low-income seniors & disabled adults.

Help us support these vulnerable members of our community today. Every donation to the RIDE Program will be matched, up to $7,500, through tomorrow, July 31!

Join the challenge: jfsorlando.org/ride2025

Support the RIDE Challenge, and help seniors & disabled adults get their groceries! 🥦🍎🍞The final 3 days are here. Are yo...
07/29/2025

Support the RIDE Challenge, and help seniors & disabled adults get their groceries! 🥦🍎🍞

The final 3 days are here. Are you up to the challenge?

Donate now by visiting jfsorlando.org/ride2025

We’re almost to the finish line! 🏁Help JFS Orlando drive change today by joining the 2025 RIDE Challenge!Since last year...
07/27/2025

We’re almost to the finish line! 🏁

Help JFS Orlando drive change today by joining the 2025 RIDE Challenge!

Since last year, we have served everyone on our RIDE Program waitlist, and now, we have a new waitlist. Help us support as many low-income seniors & disabled adults as possible by donating during the RIDE Challenge.

Only a few more days to have your donation matched!

Donate now: jfsorlando.org/ride2025

Improving the lives of vulnerable members of our community is at the heart of what we do. Join the RIDE Challenge to hel...
07/25/2025

Improving the lives of vulnerable members of our community is at the heart of what we do.

Join the RIDE Challenge to help us provide free rides to low-income seniors & disabled adults, so they can access healthcare & other essential services.

Each donation will be matched, up to $7,500, meaning your donation during the challenge will have double the impact!

Donate today: jfsorlando.org/RIDE2025

Since the 1970s, our organization has positively impacted the lives of thousands of people in Central Florida each year ...
07/25/2025

Since the 1970s, our organization has positively impacted the lives of thousands of people in Central Florida each year with the help of community partners.

Learn more about our mission & history by visiting jfsorlando.org/our-mission/

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2100 Lee Road
Winter Park, FL
32789

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm

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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.