News Stories
June 01, 2021
Cherie Aviv Continues to Bring Cheer to Holocaust Survivors Throughout the Pandemic
“I love this mask. It is the only one that fits me,” said a Holocaust survivor who received a cute mask with an apple pattern for the Rosh Hashanah holiday. A survivor’s granddaughter shared, “My grandmother adored the napkins picturing the Seder… Read More
April 23, 2021
Managing the Stress of Finals
It’s hard to think of something more stress-inducing for college students than finals. Even after the year we’ve just had. And it makes sense. Anything we value or find important (like, hopefully, your grades) is going to create some level of… Read More
March 12, 2021
JF&CS Moves the Kosher Food Pantry into Modular Unit to Expand Services Offered
Sunday, March 7, 2021, volunteers gathered in the parking lot at Jewish Family & Career Services Atlanta to help the constantly growing Kosher Food Pantry move to its new home. Read More
March 11, 2021
Terri Bonoff, CEO of JF&CS, Featured on Coffee Connections
Our own CEO, Terri Bonoff, joined Your Rocktioneer, Seth Weiner, for a discussion about how JF&CS is helping the community. Read More
March 11, 2021
Online Learning Groups Help Seniors Stay Connected
Suzanne Katz highlights a few of the many opportunities for seniors in the community to engage in programs, have social interactions, and maintain a sense of self and purpose during the pandemic. Read More
March 11, 2021
JF&CS Clinician Receives Outstanding Research Award
Mary Chase Mize, Clinician at JF&CS, was one of two recipients who received 2021 awards for their research and service. Read More
January 28, 2021
A Lasting Legacy: Frances Bunzl Family Trust Gifts $5.6M to Atlanta Jewish Community
ATLANTA (January 28, 2021) – In 1939, shortly after Kristallnacht, 19-year-old Frances Bertha Hamburger escaped Germany and eventually made it to Atlanta. The Jewish community here helped her connect with other European Jewish immigrants. A few… Read More
January 25, 2021
JF&CS Sponsors the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival
JF&CS sponsors a film screening during the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival Read More
January 12, 2021
Michael Kay Receives JFGA's Lifetime of Achievement Award
Community and JF&CS Volunteer Honored Feb 15 Read More
November 23, 2020
Dunwoody Grants $400,000 through the Vulnerable Population Program To Eight Nonprofits
The Dunwoody City Council unanimously approved CARES Act funding for eight not-for-profit organizations assisting vulnerable residents. Read More
November 23, 2020
Terri Bonoff, CEO of JF&CS, Featured on Podcast
Brad Cook of Growth Exponential Interviews Terri about the Real Need Campaign and how JF&CS Services are needed more than ever. Read More
November 23, 2020
Where to give and volunteer in Atlanta during the holidays
The Atlanta Journal Constitution shares several Atlanta non-profits including JF&CS that are helping in the Atlanta area. Read More
November 05, 2020
Giving Tuesday is Dec 1
Please support JF&CS on Giving Tuesday - Dec 1! Every donation helps. Read More
October 19, 2020
Jewish Family & Career Services to Host Exclusive Conversation with Mayim Bialik at Community of Giving Fundraiser Dec. 1
Jewish Family & Career Services of Atlanta (JF&CS) will host “Tween & Teen Mental Health in the Age of Covid” presenting The Big Bang Theory’s Mayim Bialik, Ph.D. in Neuroscience, Author, and Teen Mental Health Advocate at a special fundraiser,… Read More
September 03, 2020
HAMSA Program Manager Featured on Podcast
The Growth Exponential Podcast, hosted by Bradley Caro Cook, Ed.D., recently spoke with Leslie Lubell, HAMSA Program Manager. Read More
September 03, 2020
Bestselling Author Holds Virtual Q&A About His Memoir on Family and Addiction
Reporter Newspapers' Erin Schilling publicized a recent virtual question-and-answer session between NYT Bestselling Author David Sheff — "Beautiful Boy: A Father's Journey Through His Son's Addiction" — and Leslie Lubell, HAMSA Program Manager. Read More
August 04, 2020
The passing of Judith and Elliott Cohen
May their memories forever be a blessing. We will continue to serve their legacy in the most profound way— with love, expertise and compassion. And we will all truly miss the beacon of hope they were to this community. Read More
June 12, 2020
Press Release: JF&CS and JIFLA Launch New Collaborative Emergency Assistance Program With Funding from The Zalik Foundation
Jewish Family & Career Services and Jewish Interest Free Loan of Atlanta Launch New Collaborative Emergency Assistance Program With Funding from The Zalik Foundation Read More