Jewish Family Service Receives $166,800 From The Claims Conference

(Left to right): Rosalind Geyer, wife of Holocaust survivor George, thanks Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Counties Volunteer Ruth Niesen for delivering the picnic lunch and bingo cards as part of the Virtual Luncheon and Bingo program funded by the Claims Conference. Twelve attendees participated in the afternoon program recently hosted by JFS. (Photo courtesy of Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Counties)

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Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Counties (JFS) received $166,800 from the Claims Conference to assist the more than 30 Holocaust survivors in the region.

The funds will support programs and services including home care, case management, Kosher Meals on Wheels, transportation and socialization programs.

“At JFS, it is our responsibility, honor and pleasure to take care of Holocaust survivors in the county.

Each of them endured an unfathomable experience early in life and to witness their resilience and perseverance, especially as they age with grace and dignity, are examples that we should all admire,” said Andrea Steinberg, JFS’ Chief Executive Officer.

JFS is dedicated to immeasurably adding to the quality of life of Holocaust survivors by nourishing the soul and strengthening the bond between them.

Most recently, the Claims Conference sponsored the Virtual Holocaust Survivor Luncheon and Bingo, hosted by JFS, where a dozen attendees joined to share quality time in the safety of their own residence.

“JFS has been a grantee, supporting and caring for Holocaust survivors for many years. Socialization and other programs JFS administers keep survivors connected to community, something that is so critical right now.

The Claims Conference is proud to have dedicated agency partners like JFS to ensure that survivors are able to age in place in their own homes, caring for them and restoring some of the dignity that was stolen from them in their youth,” said Greg Schneider, Executive Vice President, Claims Conference.

Founded in 1951 by representatives of 23 major international Jewish organizations, the Claims Conference negotiates for and disburses funds to individuals and organizations and seeks the return of Jewish property stolen during the Holocaust.

In 2021, the Claims Conference will distribute $640 million in grants to 300 social service agencies in 83 countries worldwide to assist 260,000 Holocaust survivors.

For more information on making a pledge or discuss how your contribution will make a difference in the lives of Holocaust survivors, contact Beth Joseph at 609.822.7409 or bjoseph@jfsatlantic.org.

About Jewish Family Service

Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Counties (JFS) encourages strong families, thriving children, healthy adults, energized seniors and vital communities.

With dozens of program areas, JFS specializes in counseling, mental health services, homeless programs, vocational services, adult and older adult services and also hosts an on-site food pantry.

The agency impacts 8,000 lives throughout Atlantic and Cape May Counties each year.

JFS’ mission is to motivate and empower people to realize their potential and enhance their quality of life.

In keeping with Jewish values and the spirit of tikkun olam (healing the world), JFS provides services with integrity, compassion, respect and professionalism regardless of their religion, race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, age or background.

For more information or to keep up-to-date with events and programs, visit JFS at jfsatlantic.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.

About Claims Conference

Social services for Jewish Nazi victims have been supported by a grant from the Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany.

For information on the Claims Conference, visit www.claimscon.org.