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December 11, 2022

Heartfelt Client Stories Celebrated at Community of Giving

Heartfelt Client Stories Celebrated at Community of Giving

On Nov 29, Giving Tuesday, more than 300 viewers joined JF&CS for a journey into the lives of three clients who had been supported by our services. Hosted by Atlanta media maven, Mara Davis, the event brought the focus back to the client stories… Read More

December 06, 2022

Need a Mitzvah Project? We've got you covered!

Need a Mitzvah Project? We've got you covered!

Do you have a child with a Bar or Bat Mitzvah coming up? JF&CS has lots of options for kids to create a mitzvah project. Read More

November 08, 2022

Richard's Journey

Richard's Journey

Richard, 22, a college student at a local university, started therapy to help manage his anxiety, depression and binge eating. Medication helped, but it was clear he needed counseling. Richard contacted JF&CS through the Be Well With Hillel program,… Read More

November 07, 2022

High Holidays Food Drive Fills Barrels, Bellies, and Hearts

High Holidays Food Drive Fills Barrels, Bellies, and Hearts

In August, when reviewing the Kosher Food Pantry's increasing needs and current food supply, JF&CS planned a food drive for the High Holidays with hope that the community would support us. We are so thankful to our incredible community and more… Read More

November 07, 2022

Brighten The Holidays for JF&CS Clients

Brighten The Holidays for JF&CS Clients

For 27 years, volunteer Jody Reichel has spearheaded the Holiday Gift Fund to help brighten the holiday season for Atlanta families who cannot afford gifts for their children. The program has helped hundreds of families through the years. Read More

October 19, 2022

Focusing on Lack of Focus

Focusing on Lack of Focus

It’s Parent-Teacher Conference season again, and you are not alone if your child’s teacher told you some version of “[Your child] walks around the room while everyone else is on the rug.”Cari Newman, Parent Coach, offers advice for parents of… Read More

October 07, 2022

Mara Davis to Host Community of Giving

Mara Davis to Host Community of Giving

Mara Davis will host Community of Giving, JF&CS’ largest fundraiser of the year, November 29. Read More

October 03, 2022

"Accepting help is not easy. Do it anyway."

"Accepting help is not easy. Do it anyway."

"The gratitude I feel for the opportunities this journey is affording me is huge. I tell this story not only in tribute to my therapist, psychiatrist, the Kosher Food Pantry and JFCS but most importantly in tribute to all those suffering with… Read More