As the Jewish year 5781 comes to a close, it is essential to find time to reflect, even amidst the back-to-school frenzy, continued pandemic hardships, and everything else going on. Take the time to check in with your family, friends, and neighbors. I am fortunate to work with an organization that supports the need for social services, including mental health in many significant ways. Our Behavioral Health Associates of Broward (BHAB) services continue to evolve to assist our community.  As I always say:  "Live every day like it's your birthday and every night like it's New Year's Eve." As we usher in the High Holidays, let's focus on the positives and embrace gratitude for what we have. I wish you and to your loved ones a Shana Tovah.    Keep sharing the GOOD,

Stephen Jackman Acting President & CEO

There are nearly 4,700 Jewish households in Broward County living below the poverty line. Many do not know where their next meal will come from, or if their children will go to bed hungry. Unfortunately, the impact of COVID has exacerbated the issue.   As we begin a New Year, there are many ways to help support our efforts.

LEARN MORE

NBC6 recently captured Holocaust Survivor Esther Ross' delight as she received a special Rosh Hashanah delivery filled with traditional holiday items from Goodman JFS. View the segment HERE.

The Baby Boomer generation is redefining what it means to “age gracefully.” They’re eschewing rocking chairs and card games in favor of active lifestyles. They’re working and living longer. While this young-at-heart generation places a premium on physical health, many struggle to care for their mental health. READ MORE

Joan Johns

David Malcun

Good People At our annual meeting in June 2021, we honored our employee of the year, Joan Johns, and our leader, David Malcun. Click the link below to learn more about these dedicated and passionate Goodman JFS team members.

MEET JOAN & DAVID

Good Friends Nate Grossnass is pictured with our Director of Community Resources Lisette Palmero

Natie Grossnass contacted the Financial Assistance department in November 2020. He had been laid off from his job due to COVID and was facing eviction. Goodman JFS assisted him by securing a new apartment in Hollywood (FL) to help him get back on his feet. He has since started to work as a realtor and was inclined to give back to the agency as his way to pay it forward. Grossnass recently made a $4,000 donation to Goodman JFS and said, “Now that I am making good money, I wanted to give back to Goodman JFS so they can help the next person in need.”

Get to Know the RAK PAK

The RAK PAK (Random Acts of Kindness) provides an array of new and gently used clothing and hygiene products to families of limited income to help build their self-respect and self-esteem.  DISCOVER THE RAK PAK

Upcoming Events

Joshua's Path presents: The Alphabet Soup of Social Security September 23, 2021, 7p.m., Free Presenter: Richard Friedkin, Friedkin Associates REGISTER TODAY

Rosh Hashanah Food Drive at the Cupboard Donate non-perishables now through September 15, 2021 DROP OFF LOCATION

Make a Difference. Make a Gift Today.

DONATE

Goodman JFS is dedicated to empowering individuals and providing exceptional social service.

CONNECT WITH US

‌ ‌ ‌ ‌

Goodman JFS of Broward (GJFS) is a non-profit 501(c)3 charitable organization, providing programs and services to those in need in Broward County since 1963. A copy of the official registration SC-00196 and financial information may be obtained from the Division of Consumer Services by calling 800-435-7352 within the State or visiting www.FloridaConsumerHelp.com. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval or recommendation by the State. Goodman JFS is funded by The Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany; Leslie L. Alexander Foundation Inc.; United Way of Broward County; Coast to Coast Legal Aid of South Florida; Jewish Federation of Broward County; Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA); Dorit & Ben J. Genet; Feeding South Florida; Prince Distributors; Community Foundation of Broward; Kavod-Shef Foundation; Toyota of North Miami; Parkland Cares; Sam Berman Charitable Foundation; The Frederick A. DeLuca Foundation; Gateway Community Outreach; The Jim Moran Foundation; Holman Community Foundation; The Batchelor Foundation; Publix Super Markets Charities; The Harry Kramer Memorial Fund; The Lawrence Horowitz Charitable Family Foundation; BankUnited; The Paul Palank Memorial Foundation; Health Foundation of South Florida; The Dennis Schuman Charitable Foundation; The Colin Brown Foundation; BBX Capital; O’Connell & Goldberg Public Relations; Corporate Insurance Advisors; Consolidated Credit; Debt.com; Louis Kuriansky Foundation; Florida Department of Financial Services; Jewish Family Home Care; Jewish Federations of North America Center for Advancing Holocaust Survivor Care; The Ilse Helfeld Charitable Foundation; foundations and corporate and private funding.