Jewish Family Service of Dallas Incorporated
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
The primary purpose of JFS is to provide effective and accessible whole-person care that promotes lifelong self-sufficiency and well-being for the Greater Dallas community.
- Income
- $23.0 million
- Spending
- $13.7 million
- Spent on programs
- 72%
- Reserves
- -0.9 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 80%
- Employees
- 118
- Volunteers
- 1,072
- Highest pay
- $269,339, president & ceo
Source: Form 990 for the year ending July 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Fair: 55 out of 100. Higher than 36% of charities in its peer group (human services, $10m to $100m).
Reserves
0 of 35Spendable reserves are negative: it owes or has committed more than it holds.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 6% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 40% of income.
Income trend
5 of 15Income fell 20% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1572% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 7 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending July 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 35% of charities in its peer group (human services, $10m to $100m).
Independent board
25 of 2525 of 25 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
8 of 8Has a written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
7 of 7Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Pay set independently
5 of 5Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.
Independent check of accounts
15 of 15Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending July 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 (3)
- $5.2 million spent. Counseling and Support Services:The organization offers counseling on a sliding-fee basis to individuals and families dealing with a variety of life challenges. Services address marital and family relationships, adolescent development, personal adjustment, grief and loss, and financial or career concerns. The counseling program promotes emotional health, personal growth, and family stability, helping clients navigate transitions and strengthen their overall well-being.
- $2.4 million spent. Food Pantry Program:The food pantry provides essential food assistance to families and individuals experiencing food insecurity. By distributing nutritious groceries and prepared items, the program helps alleviate hunger and provides stability for those in need. The food pantry continues to be a critical resource in supporting community members during times of economic hardship and ensuring that no one goes hungry.
- $2.2 million spent. Services for Older Adults:The organization provides a variety of supportive programs designed to enhance the independence and quality of life for older adults. Services include homemaker assistance, transportation, financial aid, Kosher Home Delivery meal, and Friendly Visitor programs that offer companionship and connection. During the year, the organization expanded its outreach to meet growing needs by adding additional home care services and kosher home-delivered meals, ensuring that all older adultsregardless of dietary or cultural requirementsreceive appropriate care and nutrition in their homes.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending July 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
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.
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.
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.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending July 2025.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since December 1984.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
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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