About Us

Mission

The mission of Jewish Family Services of Greater Charleston (JFS) is to empower individuals, strengthen families, protect the vulnerable and help seniors age with dignity. Our work is based on Jewish values to improve quality of life regardless of race, religion, ethnic background, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Values

We are grounded in fundamental Jewish values, especially:

  • The collective obligation to work toward making the world right and whole, “repairing the world”

  • The obligation of the Jewish community to create justice in the world

  • Treating others with the inherent dignity that arises from the belief that all human beings were created in the image of G-d

  • Compassion and caring for others

  • Acts of kindness and assistance toward others

Leadership

JFS is led by a board of directors and its dedicated staff.

Network of Jewish Human Service Agencies

As a member of the Network of Jewish Human Service Agencies (NJHSA), JFS provides vital services to clients of all ages, faiths, and economic backgrounds. NJHSA is a membership association of service agencies throughout the U.S. and Canada.