irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $751KCOUNSELING SERVICES - LICENSED SOCIAL WORKERS PROVIDE THERAPY FOR INDIVIDUALS, COUPLES, FAMILIES, CHILDREN, AND OLDER ADULTS.
- #2 $366KESSENTIAL SERVICE PROGRAMS INCLUDE THE BRIGHTON FOOD CUPBOARD, PENCILS & PAPER, AND EMERGENCY FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE. BRIGHTON FOOD CUPBOARD (BFC)- THE BFC IS COMMITTED TO THE PREVENTIONAND REDUCTION OF HUNGER AND FOOD INSECURITY FOR INDIVIDUALS ANDFAMILIES LIVING IN SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES. COMMUNITYPARTNERS INCLUDE BRIGHTON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT AND FOODLINK.PENCILS & PAPER - SERVES THE EDUCATIONAL AND CREATIVE NEEDS OF CHILDRENIN THE GREATER ROCHESTER AREA BY PROVIDING FREE SCHOOL SUPPLIES TOTEACHERS AT HIGH POVERTY RATE SCHOOLS.EMERGENCY FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE SERVICES INCLUDE PROVIDING ONE-TIME ASSISTANCE TO THE GENERAL COMMUNITY TO HELP WITH FOOD, SHELTER, AND OTHER CRISIS NEEDS WHEN NO OTHER FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE.
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
EISEP Aging Care Management
State and county funded program providing care management, subsidized home care, and support services to help older adults remain independent in the community.
Friendly Connections
Program that connects older adults with volunteers for regular check-ins, companionship, and emotional support.
JFS Connects
Virtual Senior Center program connecting older adults with new friends and community engagement opportunities to combat social isolation.
Nurture Program
Free, home-based peer support program for new parents in the Rochester area to improve mental health and well-being.
The Counseling Center at JFS
Provides evidence-based mental health services for children, adults, and families using therapies including CBT, TF-CBT, EMDR, and play therapy, with options for telehealth, in-office, in-home, or in-school sessions.
activities · 9 groups
What they do
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Senior Independence Support Services 1 activity
- Aging Services and Care ManagementProvides comprehensive aging services including care planning, care management, and support for older adults and their families to promote independence and aging in place. Administers EISEP, a state and county-funded program offering subsidized home care, and develops personalized care plans addressing physical, emotional, and social needs.
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Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 1 activity
- Food Assistance and Emergency Financial AidProvides access to food and emergency financial assistance for individuals and families experiencing insecurity through the Brighton Food Cupboard, including weekly food deliveries with Kosher, vegetarian, and gluten-free options, as well as holiday food baskets for Rosh Hashanah, Thanksgiving, Chanukah, Christmas, and Passover. Organizes food drives to collect and distribute essential items.
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Back-to-School Supply Distribution 1 activity
- Free School Supplies DistributionProvides free school supplies to teachers in high-poverty and high-need schools in the greater Rochester area through the Pencils & Paper program.
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24/7 Crisis and Warmline Support Services 1 activity
- Helpline and Community Resource ReferralOperates a continuously monitored helpline that connects callers to JFS services—including food assistance, mental health counseling, and aging services—as well as community resources, with a goal of responding to inquiries within 24 hours on weekdays.
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Nonprofit Internship Programs 1 activity
- Internship and Scholarship ProgramsHosts paid internship projects for college students in Judaic studies, human services, or related fields through the Morris and Ruth Malett Internship Program and provides undergraduate scholarship funds to Jewish youth in Monroe County to support educational and vocational goals.
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Outpatient Mental Health Clinic Services 1 activity
- Mental Health Counseling ServicesOffers evidence-based mental health counseling services for individuals, children, and families across the lifespan, including child and adolescent counseling using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and play therapy, individual and couples counseling for adults, and telehealth, in-office, in-home, and in-school service delivery. Services address depression, anxiety, and other mental health concerns.
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Intergenerational Connection Programs 1 activity
- Programs for Holocaust Survivors and DescendantsOperates the Generations Program to connect Holocaust survivors, second-generation survivors, and future generations through community-building activities and provides dedicated programs and conversations for second-generation survivors to explore shared experiences and Jewish identity.
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Friendly Visiting & Social Companionship Programs 1 activity
- Support for Caregivers and Social Isolation ReductionOffers support groups for caregivers and operates Friendly Connections and JFS Connects programs to reduce social isolation among older adults through volunteer check-ins, companionship, and virtual social engagement.
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Parenting Support for At-Risk Families 1 activity
- Support for Parents and FamiliesOffers counseling, therapy, support groups, and education programs for parents and families, including the Nurture Program, which matches trained volunteers with new parents for home-based peer support during the first year of a child's life. Operates The Nest Program in partnership with The Bridge Project and Healthy Baby Network to support income-eligible expectant mothers in Monroe County.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$4.07M
Contributions & grants$3.70M91%
Program service revenue$152K4%
Investment income$215K5%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$3.36M
Program expenses72%
Admin / overhead21%
Fundraising8%
Salaries & benefits$1.82M
Grants paid out$1K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$5.71M
Cash$339K
Investments$3.80M
Liabilities$886K
Net assets$4.83M
Liquid reserves14.8 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +39.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEB ROSEN | CEO | 38 | $149K |
board members · 22
- CAMILLE VERBOFSKY — VICE PRESIDENT
- DEBBIE GORDON — BOARD MEMBER
- DR ELLEN POLESHUCK — BOARD MEMBER
- DR EVA PRESSMAN — BOARD MEMBER
- DR LEA GOLDSTEIN — BOARD MEMBER
- FATIMA BANISTER LCSW — BOARD MEMBER
- FRAN WEISBERG — BOARD MEMBER
- JAMIE WARREN — BOARD MEMBER
- JOCELYN TORRES ESQ — BOARD MEMBER
- JOEL ELLIOT — BOARD MEMBER
- LORRAINE BRAVEMAN — VICE PRESIDENT
- LYNDA NEWMAN — BOARD MEMBER
- MARC SOLOMON — BOARD MEMBER
- MICHALENE KINSLER — BOARD CHAIR
- MONICA GURELL — BOARD MEMBER
- OREN HARARY — TREASURER
- ROSEMARIE LEVY — BOARD MEMBER
- SAMANTHA COLSON MSW MS IMH-E — BOARD MEMBER
- STEVE LEVINSON — SECRETARY
- STUART BAKER — BOARD MEMBER
- SUSAN KRAMARSKY — BOARD MEMBER
- VICTORIA GOLDSTEIN — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 11
Who they work with
- Healthy Baby Network Partner — Partner in launching and operating The Nest Program for income-eligible expectant mothers in Monroe County.
- Jewish Children’s Home of Rochester Network — Former organization whose restricted endowment supports undergraduate scholarships administered by JFS Rochester.
- Liz Glazer Partner — Nationally recognized comedian performing at JFS Brunch Out event to support JFS' work.
- Monroe County Government — Cofunds the Expanded In-home Services for the Elderly Program (EISEP).
- Nazareth University Partner — Collaborates on teaching and training in mental health services through BSW and MSW programs.
- Pencils & Paper Partner — Collaborates with Pencils & Paper to provide free school supplies to teachers in high poverty schools
- Rochester community Partner — Collaborates with community resources in Rochester to connect callers to needed services.
- SUNY Brockport Partner — Collaborates on teaching and training in mental health services through BSW and MSW programs.
- State of New York Government — Funds the Expanded In-home Services for the Elderly Program (EISEP).
- The Bridge Project Partner — Partner in launching and operating The Nest Program for income-eligible expectant mothers in Monroe County.
- The Morris and Ruth Malett Internship Program Partner — Funds paid internship opportunities for college students at JFS Rochester.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Community-Engaged Food Security Approachmethodology: community_engaged_food_securityBy organizing community food drives, JFS addresses food insecurity while raising public awareness because collective participation fosters ownership, reduces stigma, and builds broader support for systemic solutions.
- Evidence-Based Mental Health Treatmentmethodology: evidence_based_therapyBy using evidence-based therapies like CBT and play therapy, JFS improves mental health outcomes because structured, clinically validated models ensure effective, measurable interventions tailored to client needs.
- Integrated Volunteer-Based Service Deliverymethodology: integrated_volunteer_modelBy engaging a diverse volunteer network to deliver services, JFS extends its reach and deepens community ties because volunteer involvement simultaneously addresses social isolation, builds communal responsibility, and enhances service accessibility.
- NORC Model for Aging in Placemethodology: NORC_modelBy implementing a Naturally Occurring Retirement Community (NORC) model, JFS supports older adults in maintaining independence and community engagement because targeted, place-based services reduce isolation and prevent premature institutionalization.
- Person-Centered, Collaborative Care Modelmethodology: person_centered_careBy using person-centered and collaborative care planning, JFS creates a warm, integrated support environment that promotes dignity and self-sufficiency because individuals are more likely to engage and persist in services when they feel seen and involved in decision-making.