WJCS is a registered 501c3 not-for-profit organization, recognized as meeting all charitable standards by the Better Business Bureau of New York. Gifts to WJCS support programs that enhance the Westchester community and are tax deductible to the full extent of the law.
DONATING TO WJCS:
Your gift to WJCS may be designated to specific programs or to overall agency services. You may choose to Honor a Friend, Remember a Loved One or Acknowledge a Special Occasion. A personalized acknowledgement card will be send to the recipient. To make a donation, call 914-761-0600 ext. 203 or send a check to WJCS, att: Community Relations, 845 North Broadway, White Plains, New York 10603 or DONATE NOW on line through a secure payment connection. MasterCard and Visa credit cards are accepted.
WJCS engages in periodic fund-raising events and appeals that generate support for important programs. Click Upcoming Events for a calendar of activities. We aslo accept donations of goods and services based on our programs' needs. To contribute items, contact 761-0600 ext. 203 or email hdq@wjcs.com
WJCS maintains endowment funds to sustain vital programs. Several successful Endowment Campaigns help subsidize the costs of serving less advantaged children with literacy and learning services and contribute to our Jewish programming activities in institutions of Jewish life throughout Westchester. As a participant in the Capital Campaign of UJA-Federation of New York, WJCS has several exciting capital and programmatic projects available for donor support.
Our staff is also available to work with you to arrange bequests and facilitate planned giving or matching gifts from employers. Contact Bernie Kimberg at 761-0600 ext. 213 or bkimberg@wjcs.com to arrange an appointment.
SPECIAL GIVING OPPORTUNITIES
Many children, individuals and families in our community-based programs have needs for clothing, books, school and camp supplies and non-perishable food items throughout the year. WJCS sponsors or participates in seasonal giving drives to assure that we can assist whoever is in need. We also welcome CORPORATE SPONSORSHIPS or donations of appropriate overstock items from local businesses. For information about the giving opportunities below or to discuss additional possibilities, contact Meryl Lewis, Coordinator of Volunteer Resources and Corporate Outreach, at 914-761-0600 ext. 222 or email mlewis@wjcs.com
HAVE A HEART FOR THE HOLIDAYS: matches donors with children's holiday gift
wish lists
BACK TO SCHOOL CLOTHES FOR KIDS: matches donors with the back-to-school clothing & supply needs of children
WAITING TO READ: collects books and games for children served by our mental health clinics
READY FOR CAMP: collects backpacks, towels and summer items for needy children headed for special camps.
EMERGENCY FOOD PANTRY: to assist people in extreme poverty or emergency situations.
To receive our Annual Report or materials about our programs, contact 761-0600 ext. 203 or hdq@wjcs.com. A copy of the WJCS Annual Report may also be obtained from the Office of the Attorney General, Charities Bureau, 120 Broadway, New York, NY 10271.
