We’ve Moved! Welcome to Our New Contra Costa Office
Our Contra Costa team has a new home! You can now find us at: 2300 Clayton Road, Suite 350, Concord, CA 94520 Our Alameda County office is remains at: 2484 Shattuck Avenue, Suite 210, Berkeley, CA...
View ArticleAugust 2025 Newsletter
As the new school year begins, we are reminded that this is a season of growth, learning, and possibility. At JFCS East Bay, our focus for the year reflects that same spirit as we commit to Building...
View ArticleJewish Economic Vulnerability
29% of American Jews are struggling to make ends meet. This High Holy Days season, let’s turn ritual observance into aligned action. Learn how you can make a difference here in the East Bay. Panelists:...
View ArticleConcert for a Cause
Thursday, September 18 WHAT’S HAPPENING Live music DJ & dancing Sign up for future Shabbat dinners as a host or guest with One Table Learn how JFCS East Bay supports refugees, immigrants, and...
View ArticleStrengthening Our Community Through Renewal
As we welcome the Jewish New Year, we look ahead with renewed hope, purpose, and strength drawn from one another. Together, we can ensure dignity, security, and care for every member of our community....
View ArticleSeptember 2025 Newsletter
Rosh Hashanah offered a moment to reflect and gather strength for the year ahead. As we welcomed 5786, we were reminded that our resilience grows when we show up for one another across generations and...
View ArticleBay Area Restaurants Offering Free or Discounted Meals for SNAP Recipients
For families using SNAP benefits, mealtime just got a little easier thanks to several Bay Area restaurants and food spots stepping up to help. These local businesses are offering free or discounted...
View ArticleJFCS East Bay Responds to Presidential Determination on Refugee Admissions
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 31, 2025 JFCS East Bay Responds to Presidential Determination on Refugee Admissions East Bay, CA — The Presidential Determination for Fiscal Year 2026 has set refugee...
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SNAP Benefit Resources
If you’ve been affected by the recent halt in SNAP benefits, see below to find local resources and programs that can help you access food and meals in your community. Alameda County has an interactive...
View ArticleThe Bay Area’s ‘Little Kabul’ once welcomed Afghan refugees. Federal cuts are...
Khaterah Dayim poses for a portrait on Saturday with husband Shoaib Fakher and children Samar Fakher, 10, Ali Sina Fakher, rear left, 23, and bakery owner Shahzad Fakher, 27, inside their Afghan food...
View ArticleICE conducts ‘Knock and Talk’ in Fremont, raising concerns among community...
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents, or ICE, showed up in Fremont early Saturday morning. The post ICE conducts ‘Knock and Talk’ in Fremont, raising concerns among community leaders...
View ArticleOctober 2025 Newsletter
As autumn settles, we are reminded that change is not only seasonal; it is personal and communal. October invited us to reflect on our resilience and healing as we honor Domestic Violence Awareness...
View ArticleNew Partnership with the SAFE Center
JFCS East Bay Announces New Partnership with the SAFE Center JFCS East Bay is proud to announce our partnership with the Services and Access for Everyone (SAFE) Center, a welcoming and community...
View ArticleFederal Announcement of a Review of Biden Era Refugee Admissions
PUBLIC STATEMENT FROM JFCS EAST BAY Regarding Federal Announcement of a Review of Biden Era Refugee Admissions December 3, 2025 JFCS East Bay is deeply concerned by reports that the federal government...
View ArticleHealing this Hanukkah: After the Antisemitic Attack in Australia
As we absorb the news of the violent attack on Jewish community members gathering to welcome in the light and joy of Hanukkah in Sydney, Australia, we are reminded that Hanukkah is about standing up...
View ArticleFeasibility Study and 150th Anniversary Campaign Goal Development JFCS East Bay
Request for Proposals (RFP) Feasibility Study and 150th Anniversary Campaign Goal Development JFCS East Bay About JFCS East Bay JFCS East Bay partners with clients, staff, and community to pursue...
View ArticleThe Jewish community’s safety net is here when you need it
We’re all increasingly hearing about the “affordability crisis.” Growing numbers of U.S. households are struggling financially due to the rising costs of consumer goods, food, utilities, health...
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