Jewish Family Service of Northeastern Pennsylvania

Jewish Family Service of Northeastern Pennsylvania Serving the entire community! JFSNEPA provides Mental Health Care, and Older Adult Services. The function that remained to the Federation was that of service.

The Jewish Federation of Scranton was organized in August 1915 and was primarily set up to coordinate the relief activities of all the service organizations in existence in the Jewish community at that time. In 1915, the function of the Federation was one of family service, fund raising and coordinating the activities of the medical and dental clinics. The particular concern of the Jewish Federati

on was and always has been the family. In the near century of our experience, families have weathered storms and upheavals that have left their mark on governments and established human institutions. For the Jewish families, persecution, torture, forced migrations and hurried adjustments to new ways of living have been some of the handicaps imposed. Within these stressors, the family has been expected to fulfill its function of providing the secure haven in which children may be enabled to mature with strength to carry on their eventual designated activities in the community. Throughout this period, the Federation stood ready to help families in meeting their everyday problems. Until 1935, the Jewish Federation’s emphasis was upon relief and rehabilitation for the needy and unemployed, although the Federation assisted Jewish families with various family problems. In 1945, the Scranton-Lackawanna Jewish Council was formed and assumed responsibility for the “Federation” function of the agency such as raising funds, allocations, community relations and community planning, etc. From 1945 on, with the increased prosperity in the Jewish community and the fact that the State now had a well-developed Public Assistance program, the relief function of the Federation decreased tremendously. In 1949, the Policy Committee of the Federation studied the function of the Federation and, in 1950, suggested that, among other things, a trained social worker be engaged as Executive Director in order to provide a skilled caseworker and counseling services to the Jewish community. The Board of the Federation accepted the recommendation and Albert Geffen, who was a graduate from a school of social work, was engaged. In 1976, the agency name was changed from the Jewish Federation to the name that remains today, The Jewish Family Service of Northeast Pennsylvania.

Jewish Family Service of Northeastern Pennsylvania (JFS) celebrated its 111th Annual Meeting on June 18 at the Scranton ...
06/19/2026

Jewish Family Service of Northeastern Pennsylvania (JFS) celebrated its 111th Annual Meeting on June 18 at the Scranton JCC, honoring Dr. Daniel Ginsberg for his lifetime of service, leadership, and dedication to the community.

Prior to the celebration, JFS held its annual business meeting in the JCC Linder Room, where the 2026–2027 Board of Directors and Officers were officially installed.

Afterwards Family, friends, colleagues, and community leaders gathered in the Scranton JCC auditorium to recognize Dr. Ginsberg’s extraordinary contributions as a social worker, educator, advocate, and volunteer. As he approaches his 95th birthday this September, Dr. Ginsberg continues to inspire through his commitment to helping others and strengthening organizations throughout Northeastern Pennsylvania.

The evening also highlighted JFS’s ongoing mission of providing counseling, older adult services, food assistance, advocacy, and community support to those in need.

JFS extends its sincere gratitude to all who attended, sponsored, volunteered, and helped make this special event a success. As the agency begins its 112th year of service, it remains dedicated to strengthening lives and building a more compassionate community.

The 111th Annual Meeting Honoring Dr. Ginsberg is just one week away. Mark your calendars for June 18th and head to www...
06/10/2026

The 111th Annual Meeting Honoring Dr. Ginsberg is just one week away. Mark your calendars for June 18th and head to www.jfsnepa.org today to get your tickets! Thank you to our wonderful event committee who have helped put this wonderful event together. From left to right Molly Rutta, Susie Connors, Rhonda Fallk and Barbara Nivert. Thank you also to Dale Miller who is not in the photo.

06/08/2026

🎉 TODAY'S THE DAY! 🎉 begins tonight at 7:00 p.m., and we need your help to reach our $20,000 goal for Jewish Family Ser...
06/04/2026

🎉 TODAY'S THE DAY! 🎉

begins tonight at 7:00 p.m., and we need your help to reach our $20,000 goal for Jewish Family Service!

Every gift makes a difference—and thanks to generous community donors, donations will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $10,000. In addition, we are grateful to the Moses Taylor Foundation for providing a special $1,000 match to help increase our impact even further.

Your support helps JFS provide food assistance, counseling, emergency aid, services for older adults, and other critical programs that strengthen lives throughout our community.

Together, we can turn compassion into action and make twice the impact for our neighbors in need.

💙 Give starting at 7:00 p.m. tonight
💚 Help us reach our $20,000 goal
💙 Share this post and spread the word

Thank you for helping us build a stronger, more caring community.

Scranton Area Community Foundation

⏰ TOMORROW'S THE DAY! ⏰NEPA Gives begins tomorrow, June 4, at 7:00 p.m. and we need your help to make a lasting impact i...
06/03/2026

⏰ TOMORROW'S THE DAY! ⏰

NEPA Gives begins tomorrow, June 4, at 7:00 p.m. and we need your help to make a lasting impact in our community.

💚 Every gift to Jewish Family Service will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $10,000 thanks to generous community donors.

⭐ PLUS: The first 10 donations of $100 will be TRIPLED, turning a $100 gift into $300 of support for individuals and families in need.

Your donation helps provide:
🥫 Food assistance
💬 Counseling services
👵 Support for older adults
🆘 Emergency assistance
❤️ Hope, dignity, and stability

Our goal is to raise $20,000, and every gift brings us closer.

Mark your calendar for 7:00 p.m. tomorrow and help us make every dollar count. Together, we can change lives and strengthen our community.

🚨 THIS IS THE WEEK! 🚨NEPA Gives begins June 4 at 7:00 p.m., and we need your help to make a difference for individuals a...
06/01/2026

🚨 THIS IS THE WEEK! 🚨

NEPA Gives begins June 4 at 7:00 p.m., and we need your help to make a difference for individuals and families throughout our community.

Every gift to Jewish Family Service will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $10,000 thanks to generous community donors. Even better, the first 10 gifts of $100 will be tripled in impact!

Your support helps provide:
💙 Food assistance
💙 Counseling services
💙 Emergency support
💙 Services for older adults
💙 Hope and stability for those facing difficult times

Our goal is to raise $20,000, and every donation brings us one step closer.

Join us June 4-5 and help turn compassion into action. Together, we can make twice the impact and strengthen our community.

🎉 BIG NEWS! 🎉Jewish Family Service has secured a $10,000 COMMUNITY MATCH for NEPA Gives 2025! 💙💚That means every dollar ...
05/28/2026

🎉 BIG NEWS! 🎉

Jewish Family Service has secured a $10,000 COMMUNITY MATCH for NEPA Gives 2025! 💙💚

That means every dollar donated to JFS during NEPA Gives on June 4 & 5 will be MATCHED dollar-for-dollar up to $10,000 — doubling the impact for individuals and families across our community.

Together, we can turn $10,000 into $20,000 and make an even greater difference right here in Northeastern Pennsylvania.

📅 Mark your calendar: June 4–5
📲 Donate during NEPA Gives and help us unlock the full match!

We had a wonderful time attending the Moses Taylor Foundation event at the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders game yesterd...
05/28/2026

We had a wonderful time attending the Moses Taylor Foundation event at the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders game yesterday! ⚾

It was a nice afternoon filled with community connection and fun! We are grateful to the Moses Taylor Foundation for bringing organizations together and for their continued support of programs and services that strengthen our community.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚Mental health matters at every stage of life. This month, we encourage everyone to...
05/20/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚

Mental health matters at every stage of life. This month, we encourage everyone to take time to check in on themselves and those around them. A simple conversation, act of kindness, or willingness to listen can make a meaningful difference.

At Jewish Family Service of Northeastern Pennsylvania, we believe no one should face life’s challenges alone. Seeking support is a sign of strength, and help is always available.

Let’s work together to reduce stigma, promote understanding, and support mental wellness in our community. 💚

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