Stories of Impact
- | Client Success
In January 2024, Shayna (not her real name) found herself facing an overwhelming challenge: a cancer diagnosis that left her in shock and fear for...
- | In the Spotlight
In my East Bay hometown of Berkeley, neighborhoods set out luminarias each Christmas Eve. These paper bags, anchored with sand and aglow with tealight candles,...
- | Client Success
When the Rahimi family arrived in Concord, CA, in April 2024, they hoped to rebuild their lives with stability and dignity. Through the Afghan Community...
- | In the Spotlight
The housing crisis in the East Bay presents urgent challenges for the most vulnerable in our community, including refugees who arrive with little more than...
- | Partner Highlights
Ashlee Rountree, Housing First Co-Manager at Richmond Community Foundation Connects (RCF Connects), is a driving force in addressing homelessness in our community. With a background...
- | Partner Highlights
At JFCS East Bay, we value community partnerships that empower individuals facing barriers to stability and opportunity. This month, we’re proud to spotlight Fit to...
- | In the Spotlight
Dear Friend, Yesterday, we saw the world as uncertain and held hope for what might be possible for our collective future. Today, we awake to...
- | Staff Profiles
At JFCS East Bay, we are fortunate to have Sayed Ihsan, is one of many dedicated team members who are deeply committed to JFCS East...
- | Client Success
This year, Sam (not his real name), a Jewish single man in his 70s, was supported by our Jewish Community Safety Net. Sam was facing...
