News Stories
June 28, 2021

Jewish Women’s Fund of Atlanta Announces Historic Local Grant to Empower Healthy Relationships for Women
Jewish Women’s Fund of Atlanta will award a record-breaking $225,000 to two Jewish organizations selected to work in partnership to create a multi-tiered program to empower women and girls in Atlanta’s Jewish community. Read More
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
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 02, 2020

A Message from Terri Bonoff: "Our agency is here to help, for all who need it."
This is a very challenging time for all of us. Our agency is here to help, for all who need it. Our mental health services are available to support members of the community as we navigate the impact of this crisis. Read More