Met Council

Met Council, officially known as the Metropolitan Council on Jewish Poverty, is America's largest Jewish non-profit organization dedicated to combating poverty. Established in 1972, Met Council serves over 325,000 clients annually, providing a comprehensive range of social services. These services aim to foster self-sufficiency and improve the quality of life for New Yorkers in need.

Core Services Offered by Met Council

• Food Pantry Network: Met Council operates the largest kosher food pantry system in the United States, offering dignified solutions to hunger. Their network of 101 food pantries ensures access to nutritious meals, focusing on the cultural and religious dietary needs of kosher and halal-observant households.
• Crisis Intervention: This program helps clients overcome immediate crises and achieve long-term stability. Services include assistance with job loss, eviction, utility shut-offs, and medical emergencies, providing crucial support during urgent challenges.
• Senior Services: Met Council offers holistic, patient-centered, and trauma-informed services tailored to the unique needs of older adults. These programs enhance the well-being and independence of seniors.
• Benefits Access: The organization assists New Yorkers in accessing public benefits, including Medicaid and NYC Care. Services include outreach, application assistance, and advocacy to secure entitled resources.
• Family Violence Services: This program addresses immediate safety concerns and works towards self-sufficiency and healing for individuals affected by family violence. Support is available Sunday through Thursday and on Fridays.
• Holocaust Survivor Program: A multifaceted initiative providing wide-ranging services to Holocaust survivors to ensure they receive necessary care and support.
• Affordable Housing: Met Council is committed to safe, secure, and affordable housing for low-income older adults. Efforts include development and maintenance of affordable housing units for seniors.
• Jewish Community Council Network: Serving as the umbrella organization for 15 local Jewish Community Councils throughout New York City, this network strengthens families and neighborhoods by offering direct community support.
• The Brooklyn Hub: A social service hub in Brooklyn designed to support families struggling in the wake of the pandemic and economic downturn by providing essential services within the borough.

Locations

Met Council operates primarily in New York City. Its headquarters are located at 1 State Street Plaza, 24th floor, New York, NY 10004.

The organization also has a significant presence in Brooklyn, NY, through The Brooklyn Hub, which serves as a social service center supporting the local community.

Additionally, Met Council has locations in:

• NYC, NY, USA
• New York, NY, USA

Through its diverse programs and extensive network, Met Council remains a vital resource for New Yorkers, continually offering comprehensive support to those facing poverty and hardship.