Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Counties

11/18/2025

Help JFS ensure no family goes without food and basic essentials. With nearly 40 Amazon Wishlist items to choose from, you can have your donation delivered directly to JFS or stop by and drop it off. For more information, call 609.822.1108 x170.

11/17/2025

Congratulations to Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Counties for being recognized as the 2025 Non-Profit of the Year by the Cape May Chamber of Commerce. This stellar recognition is a direct reflection of JFS’ hard work, passion, and unwavering commitment to its mission. This award belongs to every staff member for their dedication to serving clients and the community with integrity, care, and pride. As Cape May Chamber President & CEO Barbara Stafford Jones shared, “JFS’ tireless work to provide a myriad of health, human, and vocational services to enhance the well-being of individuals and families of all ages, faiths, cultures, and lifestyles in Cape May County, inspires us all to contribute toward a stronger, more vibrant community.”

11/16/2025

On Wednesday, November 19 from 10am to 12pm, Jewish Family Service will host a monthly community outreach in Hammonton to provide access and information about agency programs and services as well as community referrals. Look for the JFS mobile van at the Hammonton Family Success Center, 310 Bellevue Avenue. If you are looking for assistance – counseling, mental health services, supportive housing and more – plan to stop by and speak with a JFS staff member. Watch for information on JFS’ monthly community outreach programs in Absecon and Mays Landing.

11/14/2025

With more than 700 requests for Thanksgiving meals, JFS staff, supporters and volunteers are busy packing ahead of the holiday. Thanks to the entire team at Oasis Property Group for donating and assembling 250 bags!

11/14/2025

On Saturday, November 22 from 9am to 12pm, the American Foundation for Su***de Prevention will host an event for su***de loss survivors at the Stockton University AC Campus, 3711 Atlantic Avenue. This event is free of charge. To register, scan the QR code below. Questions? Contact AFSP's Deanna Finizio at Dfinizio@afsp.org. For information on JFS' Mental Health services and programs, contact 609.822.1108 x1.

11/13/2025

The countdown is on......we still need help to assure no one goes hungry this holiday.

11/13/2025

11/12/2025

OceanFirst Bank James Andreacci, Southern New Jersey Market President, Dawn DiCanio, Margate Branch Manager, and Nancy Lynch, Atlantic City Branch Manager (far right) presented Andrea Steinberg, JFS Chief Executive Officer, and Laura Rodgers, JFS Chief Impact Officer, with a $7,500 check to support the agency’s general operations. The funds will benefit a multitude of services including the food pantry, vocational, counseling, supportive housing, older adult programs and more.

11/11/2025

Each month, JFS' mobile pantry food truck travels to seven locations in Atlantic City. People can choose from an array of fruits, vegetables, non-perishable foods and more. For distribution days, times, and locations call 609.822.1108 x1. To donate food, visit JFS' Margate office Monday through Friday from 9am to 3pm. JFS is committed to helping people in need.

11/10/2025

Calling All Local Businesses! With SNAP benefits in limbo, more neighbors are relying on JFS for food support and you can make a big difference. Host a JFS food collection bin at your business and inspire your customers to join in keeping our pantry well-stocked. We'll deliver the bin and when it's full, our volunteers will collect the food. It's easy, impactful, and a wonderful way to support your community! Call 609.822.1108 x166 to get started!

11/10/2025

JFS is hiring a Housing Support Specialist Case Manager to help individuals at-risk of or experiencing homelessness in Atlantic & Cape May Counties. Check out JFS opportunities at www.jfsatlantic.org/careers. Come join the JFS team!

11/09/2025

With the on-going government shutdown and lack of SNAP benefits, the need for food continues to increase. During a recent three-day time period, JFS provided emergency food to 32 new client households, which essentially means meals for 100 community members, including 40 children. Scan the QR code for JFS pantry information and mobile food pantry days, times, and locations.