A Community for All
The Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia
advocates for a more accessible and inclusive
community by partnering and supporting
organizations that serve individuals living
with disabilities and their families.

178,300+ individuals in the
Greater Philadelphia area
have been diagnosed with a
mental or behavioral health condition*
67,900+ My previous school was a large ‘normal’ high
school, and I didn’t receive personal attention at
all. I felt left behind. Dror’s school helps me feel that
there is nothing wrong with me and that I can learn to
succeed despite the difficulties and problems I have.

individuals are caretakers
for someone with a physical
health problem
or disability*
– David, Dror’s Jerusalem Vocational High School
for At-Risk Youth student
Providing Help and Resources
in Israel
Dror Jerusalem Vocational High School for At-Risk Youth,
supported by the Jewish Federation, focuses on vocational
training for high schools in marginalized communities. It provides
students with innovative and adaptable technological skills, social
awareness tools, community building and innovative thinking.

David, a student who struggles with learning disabilities and was removed
from his high school due to behavioral issues, now attends Dror Jerusalem
Vocational High School and is thriving in his studies as part of the school’s sound
engineering training track.

Making an Impact in Greater Philadelphia
The Jewish Federation supports local organizations with programs that provide education,
skill-building, resources and additional aid for Jewish children and adults living with disabilities.

In Fiscal Year 2022:
• $323,665 allocated to 8 local programs that focus on disability inclusion
• 860+ individuals with disabilities in the Greater Philadelphia area received a variety of services, including
case management, socialization and independent living services
• 830+ individuals with disabilities participated in inclusive Jewish community events and activities
alongside their family members and friends
If you are interested in supporting this vital work,
please contact Alix Caplan at acaplan@jewishphilly.org
*Sourced from the Jewish Federation Population Study, 2019
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