We put this list together for parents, and for sitters who want to know the community a little better. Every organization below has an official website we checked in October 2026. Programs, hours and fees change, so confirm details with each organization directly. Being listed here is not an endorsement, and none of these organizations is affiliated with JewishBabysitter.com.
Community calendars and news
JewishPhoenix
A community gateway run as an initiative of the Center for Jewish Philanthropy of Greater Phoenix, with an events calendar and a directory of local synagogues, schools and organizations. A good first stop when you're looking for family programs.
Center for Jewish Philanthropy of Greater Phoenix
Formed when the Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix and the Jewish Community Foundation came together. It runs PJ Library locally along with young-family and teen programs. 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale.
Jewish News (jewishaz.com)
Greater Phoenix's Jewish newspaper, useful for holiday events and community announcements.
Books, preschool, camp and after-school
PJ Library Greater Phoenix
Free Jewish children's books mailed monthly to families raising Jewish children, plus local story times and family events. A great source of read-aloud books to leave out for a sitter.
Valley of the Sun J (JCC)
On the Ina Levine Jewish Community Campus in Scottsdale. Offers the Alison Hendeles Early Childhood Center (6 weeks to Pre-K), Kochavim and Shemesh day camps including many school days off, and Club J after-school care. 12701 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale · 480-483-7121.
Pardes Jewish Day School
A Jewish day school in Scottsdale, located on the same Ina Levine campus.
Phoenix Hebrew Academy
An Orthodox Jewish day school in Phoenix.
Synagogue and community life
Chabad Lubavitch of Arizona
The regional headquarters at 2110 E. Lincoln Drive, Phoenix, with a list of Chabad centers across the Valley, holiday programs, and information for visitors about kosher food. 602-944-2753.
Your synagogue, rabbi or school
For a local family, the best source of a trusted sitter or a community referral is usually your own congregation or your children's school. JewishPhoenix keeps a directory of congregations across the Valley.
Kosher food
Greater Phoenix Vaad Hakashrus
A non-profit kosher certification agency founded in 1965. Its website lists the Valley restaurants, bakeries, markets and caterers it certifies. Check it before ordering a "kosher" treat for a babysitting night. 515 E. Bethany Home Road, Phoenix · 602-277-8858.
Family support
Jewish Family & Children's Service (JFCS)
Founded in 1935, a non-profit offering behavioral health, primary care and social services to people of all ages, faiths and backgrounds in Maricopa County, including counseling with Jewish therapists through its Jewish Community Services. Customer Service & Referral Center: 602-256-0528.
Numbers every sitter should have
- Emergency: 911.
- Poison Help: 1-800-222-1222 (free and confidential, 24/7).
- Heat relief and community services in Maricopa County: dial 2-1-1.
- Your own pediatrician, a nearby adult who agreed to help, and both parents' cell numbers. Write them on the handoff sheet.
Know an organization we should add?
Email [email protected] with its name and website. We only list organizations with an active official website or listing we can check ourselves.
Sources
- JewishPhoenix: About
- Center for Jewish Philanthropy of Greater Phoenix
- PJ Library: Greater Phoenix community page
- Valley of the Sun J: Kids + Families
- Chabad Lubavitch of Arizona
- Greater Phoenix Vaad Hakashrus: About and establishments
- Jewish Family & Children's Service: About
- HRSA Poison Help
- Maricopa County: Extreme heat and 2-1-1 heat relief
General information for planning, last reviewed October 26, 2026. It does not replace emergency services, medical or legal advice.