Our Partners

The Ark offers free, comprehensive support to Chicagoland Jews facing physical, emotional, or financial challenges, helping over 5,000 people annually with services like healthcare, housing, food, employment, and more.

Chicago is the only Jewish community in North America with a central agency dedicated exclusively to community-wide Torah education. For three generations, the ATT has partnered with schools, principals, teachers and parents to support education, funding and advocacy for Jewish day schools.

The Center for Enriched Living exists so that people with developmental disabilities can be fully included in the community, achieve personal success, and enjoy a good quality of life.

CIF was founded in Evanston, Illinois, by Kay Branz and Jane Doyle, two women raising daughters with developmental disabilities. From their first meeting over 20 years ago, Kay and Jane together navigated the challenges of the school system and advocated for programs and experiences that would help prepare their children for the world beyond high school.

For over 50 years, CJE SeniorLife (CJE) has supported older adults and their families with services that promote dignity, independence, and quality of life—at home or in CJE communities.

Encompass forges innovative partnerships among service providers and the community to make this—and much more—possible for adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities.

Guided by a philosophy of person-centered care and the principle that any planning should be done hand in hand with people with disabilities, not for them, Encompass seeks to provide adults with I/DD a full array of financially sustainable, community-based services and support.

EZRA works to prevent homelessness, relieve hunger, reduce isolation, and ease other barriers to self-sufficiency. In addition, EZRA offers social activities and holiday celebrations to ensure that Jews who live in poverty remain actively connected to their heritage. EZRA is funded and administered by the Jewish United Fund/Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago. EZRA provides assistance to Jews and non-Jews.

The Institute on Public Policy for People with Disabilities enables human service organizations to improve the lives of adults living with intellectual an developmental disabilities and strengthen their networks of support.

The journey begins with J.

Located at the intersection of Jewish and life, JCC Chicago is a life-affirming journey that builds on the richness and power of Jewish values. It begins wherever you are. In the greater Chicago area. And life.

The Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago is the one organization that impacts every aspect of local and global Jewish life, providing human services for Jews and others in need, creating Jewish experiences and strengthening Jewish community connections.

Keshet is the premier provider of educational, recreational, vocational and social programs for individuals with intellectual disabilities operating according to traditional Jewish values. 

MISSD (The Medication-Induced Suicide Prevention and Education Foundation in Memory of Stewart Dolin) is dedicated to honoring the memory of Stewart and other victims of akathisia by raising awareness and educating the public about the dangers of akathisia.

No Shame on U is dedicated to eliminating the stigma associated with mental health conditions and raising awareness in the Jewish community and beyond. 

SHALVA provides culturally competent support for the Jewish community around domestic abuse. Survivors over 18 in Illinois who identify as Jewish—or have a Jewish partner—can access free, confidential counseling. If you’re concerned about an intimate relationship, call 773-583-HOPE (4673).

Since 2008, Upward Community has supported the Chicago Jewish community with mental health services, including school-based prevention programs, enrichment activities, and clinical care such as therapy and group counseling for children, teens, and young adults.