We have volunteer opportunities for every age and stage of life, and we’re always committed to making it simple, convenient and rewarding to join us in doing good. Our Volunteer Engagement Team has recently developed new ways for volunteers to work together remotely, while still making a meaningful impact on the community.

“We wanted to make giving back easier for students, families, and groups,” said Megan Koziel, LMSW, Volunteer Engagement Manager. “We’ve created project guides to provide volunteers with everything they need to get started, including a supply list, instructions, and educational materials to learn about those they are serving.”

Volunteers can choose from four projects: creating clinical sensory kits for kids and adults who utilize our Frances Bunzl Clinical Services and Horwitz-Zusman Child & Family Center; building self-care packages for caregivers of older adults through our Aviv Older Adult Services; preparing meals for the clients of our Zimmerman-Horowitz Independent Living Program; or assembling personal hygiene kits for clients of the Ben Massell Dental Clinic.

“These projects can be done from home when it’s convenient for volunteers,” said Megan. “Volunteers can get even more people involved by sharing with their friends and family to donate project supplies!”

Raizel’s Bat Mitzvah

Raizel Isaacs, 13 years old, recently utilized this remote volunteering opportunity as her Bat Mitzvah. Not only did Raizel do the customary mitzvah, but she also invited all her guests to join her in it during the event!

“I knew I wanted to do a mitzvah project for my Bat Mitzvah,” said Raizel. “I thought (this one) would be helpful, since caregivers work so hard caring for their loved ones.”

Raizel’s mother Tova was proud of her daughter for meeting the need. “It was incredibly fulfilling to witness my daughter choosing a meaningful contribution to her community for her Bat Mitzvah project,” she said.

Raizel and her guests joined together to make 20 self-care packages for caregivers. The self-care packages can include items like adult coloring books and colored pencils, scented candles, notebooks, bags of tea, lotion and other pampering items. Wendy Liverant, MA, MBA, CFP, Aviv Supportive Services Manager, helped Megan develop the project and is coordinating the distribution of packages to caregivers throughout the department.

“I am thrilled that Megan and her JF&CS Volunteers are embracing this idea to serve caregivers in Aviv,” said Wendy. “I hope that being on the receiving end of one of these specially created Caregiver Self-Care Packages from JF&CS Volunteers will remind caregivers that they are recognized for their dedicated commitment to their loved ones in shouldering their daily responsibilities and making personal sacrifices.”

Thank you, Raizel, and all our incredible volunteers! To learn more and sign up for a remote project for your group or event, visit https://jfcsatl.org/student-group-opportunities