Our Jewish Community Services offer critical relief services and free resources for individuals and families in the Jewish community who need assistance. We know asking for help can be difficult, but it doesn’t have to be. Our Jewish Community Resource Navigators will work with you to understand your needs, identify how we can best provide assistance, and partner with you on a plan to support your journey to greater stability.
We can help with:
- Identifying & Coordinating Resources and Referrals: From food and transportation resources, to government benefits, domestic violence support, parenting support, and more, we educate, guide, and connect you with resources at JFS and in the broader community.
- Coping & Mental Health: Coaching to help you manage anxiety and stress as we support you in navigating to long-term mental health care resources.
- No-Interest Loans: We partner with Hebrew Free Loan SD to connect you with interest-free loans that foster financial stability and opportunity.
Take the Next Step
If you are a member of the Jewish community and need support, we’re here for you.
Connect with our dedicated staff directly at (858) 637‑3018 or contact us online.
Eligibility Requirements
Services are available to Jewish community members. A Jewish community member is defined as one of the following:
- Lives in San Diego full-time as is at least 18 years of age
- An individual who self-identifies as Jewish
- A member of a household where at least one individual identifies as Jewish
- An employee of a local Jewish organization (synagogue, school, agency/nonprofit, etc)
We offer Jewish community services that engage children, students, and seniors:
Supporting Our Survivors (SOS)
For Holocaust Survivors living in San Diego and Orange County
We understand the complex challenges of aging, which often are magnified for Holocaust Survivors dealing with trauma and loss. By providing comprehensive support services to help Holocaust Survivors maintain their health, independence, and connection to the community throughout San Diego and Orange County, we help Survivors age with dignity.
Resource Navigation & Case Management
For members of the Jewish community
From food and transportation resources to government benefits, domestic violence support, parenting support, and more, we educate, guide, and connect you with resources at JFS and in the broader community.
JFS-David Rubenstein Memorial Scholarship
For students in high school, college, grad school, or vocational school
The Rubenstein Scholarship provides annual grants to students from San Diego’s Jewish community who plan to attend college or vocational school. The program awards scholarships of up to $5,000, based on financial need, academic performance, and community involvement. The Scholarship seeks to encourage young people to treasure their Jewish heritage, reflect on their Jewish values, and better understand their connection to the community.
Supporting Our Survivors
For Holocaust Survivors living in San Diego and Orange County
We understand the complex challenges of aging, which often are magnified for Holocaust Survivors dealing with trauma and loss. By providing comprehensive support services to help Holocaust Survivors maintain their health, independence, and connection to the community throughout San Diego and Orange County, we help Survivors age with dignity.
Resource Navigation & Case Management
For members of the Jewish community
From food and transportation resources, to government benefits, domestic violence support, parenting support, and more, we educate, guide, and connect you with resources at JFS and in the broader community.
JFS-David Rubenstein Memorial Scholarship
For students in high school, college, grad school, or vocational school
The Rubenstein Scholarship provides annual grants to students from San Diego’s Jewish community who plan to attend college or vocational school. The program awards scholarships of up to $5,000, based on financial need, academic performance, and community involvement. The Scholarship seeks to encourage young people to treasure their Jewish heritage, reflect on their Jewish values, and better understand their connection to the community.
Take the Next Step
Connect with our Jewish Community Resource Navigators directly at (858) 637‑3018 or contact us online.
