About JFS

JFS is a nonprofit human services organization that serves anyone in need – regardless of their circumstances or religious beliefs. We believe in a shared responsibility to support impactful changes throughout our community.

Founded 152 years ago, we currently offer more than 30 programs and services, including food security, housing stability, mental health counseling, aging care, employment support, refugee resettlement, chaplaincy and Jewish life, disability services, and aeroponic farming. JFS takes a holistic approach, assessing the various needs of the individual or family and provides the appropriate services all from one organization. We continuously evaluate the evolving challenges of our community and adapt or develop programs that respond to the resulting needs.

Mission

Improving the lives of individuals and families in need throughout Colorado by taking an integrated approach to delivering comprehensive support services.

Vision

As a leading and inclusive human services agency, JFS provides innovative programs inspiring people to achieve long-term stability and live more meaningful lives.

Jewish Family Service exists to fulfill one of the most important Jewish values: that of Tikkun Olam, the obligation to make the world a better place.

In delivering our services we are also guided by the following Jewish values:

  • He who saves one life saves the entire world. – Pikuah Nefesh 

  • Social justice, the obligation to act justly toward people in need. –Tzedakah                  

  • Acts of loving kindness. – G’milut Hasadim

  • Every human being is equal in the eyes of God. – Tselem Elohim

  • The act of mending the heart. – Tikkun HaLev

Values

Organizational and Professional Values

  • Integrity and Professionalism

  • Collaboration and Innovation

  • Support Without Judgment

  • Compassion, Respect, and Dignity

  • Responsiveness

  • Fiscal Responsibility and Accountability

  • Adherence to Principles and Practices for Nonprofit Excellence

Last fiscal year, JFS provided 170,955 services including visits, sessions, classes, and deliveries to 22,143 clients across multiple programs.