Financial Assistance & Food Security

Academic Scholarships

JFCS administers a number of scholarship funds for post-secondary education. If you are interested in applying for any of these funds, complete the Scholarship Application.

Camp Scholarships

JFCS awards camp scholarships to youth in our community each year, providing the opportunity to attend camp to build new life skills, become more independent and connect with peers on a deeper level. View more information
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Emergency Auto Repair Assistance

The December monthly drawing has been completed. The Emergency Auto Repair Assistance program concludes at the end of 2025 and will not continue into 2026. We encourage community members to reach out to our intake department for information on other available resources.

Food Security Initiatives

JFCS provides emergency and long-term food assistance including emergency food boxes, assistance applying for SNAP and connecting individuals and families with community food resources. Through a working partnership with PRISM Food Shelf of Golden Valley, JFCS extends the capacities of both social service agencies to meet the needs of individuals and families experiencing financial hardship and/or food insecurity. Anyone who is experiencing food insecurity can reach out for assistance.

Jewish Free Loan Program (JFLP)

The Jewish Free Loan program provides interest-free loans of up to $7,500 for Jewish residents of the greater Twin Cities area. Applicants must have sufficient income to make the monthly payments, obtain one or two qualified co-signers depending upon the size of the loan, and repay the loan within 24 months.

For information, contact: 952-546-0616