2011 AnnuAl RepoRt - Jewish Family and Children's Service

table of Contents
03 To our supporters: a letter from
CEO Judy Halper & President
Robin Sharpe Landy
04 Our Mission, Vision & Values
05 Programs & Services in pictures
30 Program Listing & 2011
Program Highlights
33 Program Sponsors, Donations &
Endowment Funds
44 Financial Information
46 Staff
47 Board of Directors
Robin Segal, Communications Director
Martha Garcés, Graphic Designer © 2011–2012 JFCS. All rights reserved.
4 JFCS 2011 Annual Report
Since 1984, JFCS has held the highest level (3-year) of
accreditation from CARF International, which requires
adherence to high standards of business operations
and best practices including agency-wide standards
for accessibility, leadership, human resources, finance
and safety. JFCS has been designated by the Minnesota
Department of Health as an Essential Community Provider
and is licensed to operate a Class B Professional Home
Care Agency. JFCS is certified by Minnesota Rehabilitation
Services and the U.S. Department of Labor. In addition,
JFCS is a member of the Alliance for Children & Families,
the Alliance of Information and Referral Systems, the
national 2-1-1 Information & Referral System, the
Association of Jewish Family and Children’s Services, and
the International Association of Jewish Vocational Services.
In 2006, JFCS was named one of the Minneapolis/St. Paul
Business Journal’s Great Places to Work. In 2011, JFCS was
named a Top Workplace by the Minneapolis StarTribune.
Our Mission
Inspired by the wisdom and values of our tradition, Jewish
Family and Children’s Service of Minneapolis supports
people of all backgrounds to reach their full potential.
Our Vision
Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Minneapolis is the
first place people choose: for help, to volunteer, to donate,
and to work.
Values
People: We recognize the unique qualities of our clients,
staff, volunteers, contributors and community.
Compassion: We nurture and treat people with
understanding and respect.
Empowerment: We help people identify and maximize
their strengths and potential.
Integrity: We operate in a professional manner and provide
high-quality services in an ethical and responsible fashion.