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Jewish Family Services of Greater Charlotte Inc

EIN 20-1146861 · Charlotte, NC

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthStrong100 out of 100GovernanceStrong90 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Jewish Family Services of Greater Charlotte Inc. strengthens and empowers individuals and families through professional counseling, programs and services inspired by Jewish values. Our goal is to improve quality of life regardless of age, race, religion, ethnic background or sexual orientation.

Income
$2.3 million
Spending
$1.5 million
Spent on programs
73%
Reserves
20.3 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 69%
Employees
18
Volunteers
81
Highest pay
$179,702, executive dir.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 90% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    35 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 20.3 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 1% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 32% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 13% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    73% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 15 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 90 out of 100. Higher than 48% of charities in its peer group (human services, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    21 of 21 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    0 of 10

    Did not give the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    15 of 15

    Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Impact evidence

Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.

Programs described in its return (4)
  1. $452,966 spent. Emotional Health and Well-beingJewish Family Services provides compassionate, high-quality confidential counseling and emotional support by a team of caring, compassionate therapists who are here to listen, guide, and help you sort through feelings, work through problems, and find solutions. Our team of Masters-level clinicians have specialized areas of expertise and provide a full range of counseling and support services for children, adolescents, adults, families, and older adults. Whether helping couples who are struggling with marriage or divorce, parents who need some guidance, individuals who are seeking help with life's challenges or helping victims of domestic abuse, our licensed and trained therapists are ready to assist you in reaching your goals.
  2. $251,934 spent. Community SupportJewish Family Services offers support groups and workshops focused on the specific needs of our community, such as workshops for parents, support groups for caregivers, and domestic violence awareness. JFS continues to utilize the grant received from Jewish Federation Association to enrich the lives of community persons and next generation Holocaust survivors through social engagement.
  3. $226,628 spent. Case ManagementJewish Family Services strives to empower people to identify and overcome their barriers of self-sufficiency by developing individual action plans. JFS operates an in-house pantry that provides food, personal care items, and other necessities. JFS manages the community Tzedakah Fund which provides short-term emergency financial assistance to individuals and families that qualify.
  4. $192,298 spent. Senior EngagementJewish Family Services is dedicated to ensuring that older adults feel supported, engaged, connected, and can live as independently as possible for as long as possible. JFS's team is sensitive and responsive to the special needs of all seniors regardless of faith, race, nationality, gender or sexual orientation. JFS conducts senior visits, assistance with coordinating and planning care for older adults, and provides educational programs centered on holiday and cultural traditions.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.

    Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  2. Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.

    Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.

    Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  3. Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.

    On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.

    Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2025.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since September 2004.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  6. Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.

    Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.

    Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 21, 2026.

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