How many holiday gift cards is JFCS collecting this year?
Our goal is to collect and distribute at least 850 gift cards for JFCS clients, including 650 Family Assistance clients, 100 Holocaust Survivors, 55 Seniors and Veterans, and 45 Disability Services clients.

How much will each client receive?
We aim to collect and distribute $25 per client, per family. For example, a family of four would receive $100 in gift cards while a family of six would receive $150 in gift cards.

When will clients receive their gift cards?
Gift cards will be given out throughout the month of December, leading up to the holidays.

Can I purchase gift cards on my own?
Yes! We will gladly accept gift cards that you have purchased from Target, Wawa, Walmart, and Shoprite. (Please note that donations of physical gift cards are not tax-deductible.)

When and where can I drop off gift cards that I have purchased?
You can drop of your gift cards at the JFCS main office on Monday through Thursday from 9am to 2pm. We are located at 1301 Springdale Road, Suite 150 (next to the Katz JCC Early Childhood entrance). Please do not wrap the gift cards or seal the envelopes – it’s more efficient for our staff to organize unwrapped cards.

Can I donate gift cards to other stores like Macy’s, Boscov’s, or Best Buy?
No, thank you! We limit the gift cards to Target, Walmart, Shoprite, and Wawa to meet our clients’ needs, as these are the cards most often requested by our clients.

Can I donate funds instead?
Yes! We will gladly accept monetary donations, which are fully tax-deductible.

How will my donated funds be used?
All donated funds will be used to buy food, household essentials, and additional gift cards for JFCS clients.

What is the deadline for donations?
The deadline is Tuesday, December 10, 2024. This will give our staff enough time to buy, organize, and distribute the gift cards to our clients in advance of the holidays. (We are inclusive of all faiths and want to ensure that our clients have enough time to shop for their holidays.)

Can I purchase a gift card (or make a donation) in someone’s honor?
Yes! There’s an option to designate your donation in honor or memory of a friend or loved one on our online order form. We will send a personalized JFCS tribute card to the person you designate.

Can I donate items like pajamas, toys, or books?
No, thank you! Our clients truly appreciate the opportunity to shop for their family members with dignity and love. Gift cards give them the flexibility to shop on their own and buy the perfect gifts for their loved ones.

If you have any additional questions, please contact Jill Hammel, Associate Executive Director, at (856) 424-1333 ext. 1179 or jhammel@jfedsnj.org.