Welcome to JFCS!

Our client-centric and empathetic approach sets us apart.

JFCS has been a trusted provider to people from all faiths and backgrounds in the Greater Louisville Area since 1908. At JFCS, we are driven by our mission to empower each person and family, equipping them with the tools to navigate life’s challenges with confidence.

JFCS services includes:

We also offer a variety of support groups within our areas of expertise believing the power of community can bring together individuals with similar needs to work towards personal and group goals.

Read more about the many services we offer here.

Latest News

High Holiday Food Drive

Food is the most basic human right!

Our High Holiday Food Drive is coming up. Synagogues will be handing out donation bags this week during Rosh Hashanah. Families can return the full bags to synagogues on Yom Kippur, or drop them off at JFCS on Oct. 8, from 1-3 p.m.  Click here for a list of items needed >

From Our Blog

Lillian O. Seligman’s Legacy

Impacting those she never met “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” […]

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L’ Shanah Tovah – to a good and sweet year ahead!

A special message from JFCS C.E.O. Dr. David Finke Rosh Hashanah marks the beginning of the Jewish High Holy Days, a period of self-examination and spiritual growth. It is a […]

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Upcoming Events

Food Pantry Open Hours
Friday, October 6, 10:00 am

Networking for Job Seekers
Friday, October 6, 12:00 pm

Shemini Atzeret
Saturday, October 7

Simchat Torah
Sunday, October 8

Family Mitzvah Opportunity
Sunday, October 8, 1:00 pm