Close to 95 families (almost 400 people) gathered at The Weber School on January 18 for the 2nd Annual Family Mitzvah Day, a JF&CS Volunteer initiative that brings families together to serve, connect, and have fun! The event featured more than 50 high school student volunteers, and our generous community partners, all working side by side in the spirit of service.
In just its second year, Family Mitzvah Day “has already grown so much!” said event organizer Megan Koziel, LMSW, Volunteer Engagement Manager. “It’s a reminder of how impactful it is to create space for people to give back together.”
The enthusiasm in the room was palpable, as excited parents and kids got to choose their favorite Mitzvah projects. Some projects met tangible needs, some were full of heart, and all celebrated community. A pop-up coffee shop, treats and snacks rounded out the experience.
“This is SO MUCH FUN!” exclaimed one young attendee, a sentiment that was echoed many times throughout the day.
All in all, participants made:
200 soup jars
400 hygiene kits
100 senior care bags
7 art pieces
300 sensory kits
65 lap blankets
80+ birthday cake kits
100+ birthday cards
100 therapeutic comfort packs
100+ beaded bracelets
Families also donated and sorted books with PJ Library, sorted waste with Adamah ATL, learned about Dr. MLK Jr. with Repair the World, made hundreds of keychains for Israeli soldiers with the Schoenbaum Shinshinim, and created slime with the JF&CS Horwitz-Zusman Child & Family Center.
“It was meaningful to see families and volunteers finding joy and connection through service,” said Megan. “We’re incredibly grateful to the families, sponsors, and partners that made the day possible.”
JF&CS Family Volunteer Committee
Co-Chairs
Heather Fishbein | Anna Serviansky
Members
Cobi Cohen | Rachel Goldschein | Tiffany Landes | Sara Luksin | Melanie Mailman | Sara Beth Watson
Thank you to our sponsors and vendors for their generous support and services:
The Weber School
Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta, JGather Grants
The Epstein School
Camp Judaea
Ramah Darom
In the City Camps
jscreen
Gold Events by Rachel
Jessica Kalina Photography
Atlanta Fever Entertainment
Snap & Fun
La Dee Da Children’s Art Studio
Nothing Bundt Cakes
Mocha My Day
Ali's Cookies
Community Partners:
Adamah ATL, Repair the World, PJ Library, Schoenbaum Shinshinim
There are so many ways to volunteer with us at all ages, click here to get started!