Lives Uplifted

We PROTECT the vulnerable, EMPOWER individuals and STRENGTHEN families.

Uplifting Lives begins with a “hand up”

Many people confront life challenges they can’t solve alone. Gulf Coast JFCS helps our most vulnerable community members find safety, comfort and a path toward a fulfilling life.

From babies to seniors, Gulf Coast JFCS serves all people in need, regardless of race, religion, culture or gender identity. To help the most people most comprehensively, Gulf Coast JFCS programs span a broad human service spectrum, from behavioral and mental health, child welfare and adoption, family support, job and employment transition, housing, food, transportation or home care assistance for the elderly. Read more about us.

Inspired by Jewish values,
we PROTECT the vulnerable,
EMPOWER individuals,
and STRENGTHEN families.

Gulf Coast JFCS is ‘Lives Uplifted.”

Gulf Coast JFCS serves all people regardless of age, race, ethnicity, religious affiliation, sexual orientation or gender identity. Gulf Coast Jewish Family and Community Services, Inc. has been serving Florida since 1960. Our programs are as diverse as the individuals who benefit from them. Collectively, our services meet the complex needs of today’s families, senior citizens, vulnerable children, and persons needing assistance because of behavioral or mental health issues. Today, Gulf Coast JFCS has nearly 550 employees and annually supports more than 37,000 people in 40 Florida counties. The agency interacts with virtually every area of social services to provide a wide range of family support.

LIVES MADE BETTER

Refugee Assistance Fund

Gulf Coast JFCS Refugee Services team assists refugees to settle and integrate into their new country. Financial contributions directed toward the Refugee Assistance Fund will assist these individuals and hundreds of others from other countries with vital food, housing, employment, and child care or school-entry support.

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Holocaust Survivor Fund

Gulf Coast JFCS assists Holocaust Survivors throughout Tampa Bay who require varying levels of assistance for essential daily living activities. For many, the high cost of medical and home care assistance have depleted their financial reserves, resulting in a significant gap in needed care.

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Lives Uplifted! 2023

Gulf Coast JFCS exists to uplift lives for all people. Lives Uplifted!, previously known as FACES of Inspiration, reflects the tens of thousands of people in need, from babies to seniors, whose lives are better and future more hopeful because of your compassion and generosity.

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50%

OF ALL FLORIDIANS ARE ONE EVENT AWAY FROM A LIFE-ALTERING CRISIS WITH LASTING EFFECTS ON THEIR SAFETY, HEALTH, AND WELL-BEING.

OUR PROGRAMS

Offering affordable rental housing options for individuals with disabilities and seniors

Jewish Family Services - elder with younger woman

Supporting the multi-faceted needs of Jewish individuals, families and Holocaust survivors.

Equipping and empowering individuals with behavioral or mental health challenges to live their best lives

Welcoming and supporting refugees from around the world as they build a new life in the U.S.

Strengthening and building families through a variety of educational and child welfare services

workforce development two women interviewing

Uplifting Lives begins with a “hand up”

Inspired by Jewish values,
we PROTECT the vulnerable,
EMPOWER individuals,
and STRENGTHEN families.

Gulf Coast JFCS is ‘Lives Uplifted.”