Skip to content

Community Resources

At Temple Israel, we believe that being part of a Jewish community means supporting one another through every stage of life. This page is designed to connect our members with trusted organizations that offer support, services, and opportunities to engage.

Please see below for a list of resources and links to learn more.

  • JF&CS Boston
    • For 160 years, Jewish Family & Children’s Service (JF&CS) of Greater Boston has been helping people build a strong foundation for resilience and well-being across the lifespan, from infancy to old age. By providing a wide array of integrated social services under one roof, we improve the lives of over 15,000 people a year throughout Greater Boston, the North Shore, and the South Shore. 
  • Family Table Food Pantry
    • Family Table fulfills its mission by providing kosher food, creating a caring Jewish connection, and empowering people to make healthy eating a part of their daily lives.
  • Talia Kesselman, MSW: tkesselman@jfcsboston.org
    • Community Support Liaison, JF&CS
  • Yad Chessed
    • Yad Chessed supports Jewish individuals and families by alleviating economic distress and helping them reach financial stability.
  • JVS/CJP Anti-Poverty Initiative
  • JAssist: Jewish Assistance Network
    • JAssist – Jewish Assistance Network is a new, easy-to-use online platform created by Yad Chessed with support from CJP and in collaboration with partner social service agencies. It connects individuals to vital services across the Jewish community—from food and housing assistance to financial and mental health support. Confidential. Free. Available anytime.