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SYRACUSE JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE INC

SYRACUSE, NY · EIN 150539102 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE P40Z · Human Services · Small ($100K-$1M) · sjfs.org
revenue
$412K
expenses
$572K
net assets
$106K
employees
13
volunteers
34
program ratio
74%
mission · from form 990

SJFS IS A SOCIAL SERVICE AGENCY ESTABLISHED TO IDENTIFY AND ADDRESS HUMAN SERVICE NEEDS.

profile · synthesized from sources

Syracuse Jewish Family Service (SJFS) is a human service agency serving Central New York since 1891. It provides integrated, wellness-oriented support focused on aging, mental health, and brain health. Guided by Jewish values, SJFS serves individuals and families of all faiths through direct programs including counseling, Meals on Wheels, caregiver support, and dementia-friendly initiatives.

named programs · 6 · from sources

What they call their work

BeWell Institute
Behavioral and Emotional Wellness Empowers Later Life initiative offering mental health counseling and emotional wellbeing programs for older adults and caregivers.
Cognitive Wellness Learning Groups
Group-based programs designed to support brain health and promote lifelong learning for individuals experiencing memory changes.
Elder Justice
Program addressing elder abuse and advocating for the rights and dignity of older adults.
Internships
Provides clinical and professional training opportunities for students in social work, counseling, and related fields.
Kosher Meals on Wheels
Delivers kosher meals to older adults and individuals with special dietary needs in Central New York.
Oasis Classes
Creative and stimulating group activities for individuals living with dementia to promote independence and well-being.
activities · 8 groups

What they do

  • Caregiver Support for Dementia and Aging 2 activities
    • Project SECURE – Multi-agency caregiver well-being initiative
      Leads Project SECURE, a two-year, multi-agency demonstration project aimed at improving family caregiver well-being across two counties.
    • Support services for family and professional caregivers
      Provides emotional and logistical support to family and professional caregivers, including counseling, education, and facilitated communication between nursing home residents and families.
  • Arts-Based Dementia Engagement Programs 1 activity
    • Cognitive wellness and brain health programs
      Offers individual and group activities, including learning groups and Oasis classes, designed to support brain health, independence, and well-being for individuals experiencing mild memory changes or living with dementia.
  • Senior Independence Support Services 1 activity
    • Geriatric support and care management
      Provides expert support to help individuals manage daily needs and life changes associated with aging, including geriatric care management and assistance with logistical challenges. Services are offered on-site and in the community for individuals and families navigating aging.
  • Senior Social & Enrichment Programming 1 activity
    • Intergenerational and community engagement events
      Hosts community events such as OMA-thon 2024 and art exhibits like "Arts & Minds" and "Embracing the Unexpected" to promote creative aging and intergenerational connection.
  • Behavioral Health and Human Services Training 1 activity
    • Internship and professional development programs
      Offers internships and fieldwork opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students in human services, providing professional training and supporting workforce development through accredited local programs.
  • Home-Delivered Meals for Seniors and Homebound 1 activity
    • Kosher Meals on Wheels and nutrition delivery
      Delivers kosher meals to individuals through a Meals on Wheels program as part of community-based human services supporting aging and independence.
  • Outpatient Mental Health Clinic Services 1 activity
    • Mental health counseling and emotional support
      Offers individual, couples, and family counseling services for people experiencing mental health challenges, life transitions, anxiety, depression, or bereavement. Programs are personalized and may involve goal co-creation between clients and staff.
  • Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
    • Volunteer engagement
      Offers volunteer opportunities across a variety of programs, both in offices and in the community, including intergenerational events and support services.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$412K
Contributions & grants$150K36%
Program service revenue$245K60%
Investment income$17K4%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$572K
Program expenses74%
Admin / overhead26%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$449K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$537K
Cash$10K
Investments$419K
Liabilities$430K
Net assets$106K
Liquid reserves9.0 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -25.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
JUDITH HUOBER EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (THRU 3/31/25) 40 $69K
board members · 12
  • ELLEN WEINSTEIN — MEMBER
  • FRAN CIARDULLO — PRESIDENT
  • FRANCINE BERG — MEMBER
  • FRANN ALPERT — MEMBER
  • HARVEY LASNER — VICE PRESIDENT
  • JEN COHEN — MEMBER
  • JON MALOFF — TREASURER
  • LUANA REEVES — SECRETARY
  • MARLENE HOLSTEIN — MEMBER
  • PAM STERN — MEMBER
  • RABBI MOSHE SAKS — MEMBER
  • XUEYI CHEN — MEMBER
relationships · 11

Who they work with

  • Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Funder — Receives funding from the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America
  • CNY Arts Funder — Receives funding from CNY Arts
  • Donors Funder — Provided funding that enabled program delivery and impact
  • Jewish Federation of CNY Funder — Financial supporter of SJFS programs
  • Jewish Federation of CNY Funder — Receives funding from the Jewish Federation of CNY
  • KMOW Partner — Collaborates on volunteer opportunities.
  • Menorah Park Campus Partner — Collaborates with Menorah Park Campus to serve residents of their Continuum of Care communities.
  • Menorah Park of CNY Network — Member of the continuum of care community of Menorah Park of CNY
  • Menorah Park of CNY Partner — Collaborates with Menorah Park of CNY on intergenerational programming and service delivery.
  • Onondaga County Department for Long Term Care Government — Government partner supporting SJFS services
  • United Way Funder — Financial supporter of SJFS programs
strategies · 3

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.

  • Client-Centered Goal Co-Creation
    methodology: client_centered_goal_co_creation
    By involving clients in defining their own goals within long-term programs, we produce greater engagement and personalized outcomes because collaborative planning fosters autonomy and aligns services with individual needs in the aging process.
  • Integrated, Holistic Care Model
    methodology: integrated_care_model
    By addressing multiple dimensions of well-being—emotional, physical, cognitive, relational, and spiritual—within a unified framework, we produce improved client outcomes and quality of life because holistic support better responds to the interconnected needs of individuals across life stages.
  • Values-Based Community Service
    methodology: values_based_community_service
    By grounding programs in Jewish values such as Tikkun Olam and community responsibility, we identify and respond to community needs more effectively because shared ethical principles motivate collective action and inclusive service delivery.