Strategic Framework

Jewish Family Service of Colorado Strategic Framework

FY2025—FY2028
July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2028

The four-year strategic framework outlined below focuses on two strategic priorities to guide the organization to achieve long-term stability and impact, allowing us to continue to fulfill our mission.

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 in 1872, 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.

Strategic Priorities

Financial Sustainability

Financial sustainability is the cornerstone of a resilient and thriving organization. At its core, financial sustainability is about more than just balancing budgets and maximizing revenue; it is about creating a robust framework that integrates prudent financial management with strategic growth initiatives and sustainability. This process involves developing comprehensive financial metrics, streamlining operations for efficiency, and cultivating diverse revenue streams through targeted fundraising, strategic partnerships, and maximizing earned revenue. Ultimately, financial sustainability empowers JFS to weather economic uncertainties and invest in our future, innovate programs, and deepen our impact.

Key components include:

  • Financial Management and Efficiency.

  • Revenue Generation Strategies.

  • Strategic Fundraising Initiatives.

  • Board and Leadership Involvement.

 Program and Data Optimization

Through program and data optimization, we will develop a systematic process for evaluating all programs and departments on an ongoing basis, leading to program continuation, expansion, reduction, and modification. Program and data optimization is critical for ensuring that our current and potential services are efficient, impactful, and aligned with both community needs and organizational goals.

The optimization of programs and data processes will allow us to evaluate the effectiveness of each service area, streamline reporting, and foster data-informed decision-making. This approach supports not only the sustainability of services but also maximizes their impact by tailoring them to meet the evolving needs of stakeholders. A well-defined program evaluation framework implemented on a recurring basis, combined with improved data collection tools and reporting systems, will empower JFS to innovate, ensure resource efficiency, and amplify service delivery.

Key components include:

  • Data Collection Process and Technology.

  • Program Evaluation.

  • Data Analysis and Visualization.

  • Staffing, Training, and Implementation.

  • Optimization Cycle.