2026 marks a proud milestone for our David Rubenstein Memorial Scholarship program—18 years of transforming Jewish students’ lives through education.

As we move forward into the new year together, I feel a deep sense of hope and gratitude. Hope for what is possible, and gratitude for this...

As we approach the High Holidays—a season of deep reflection and renewal—I find myself returning again to a teaching from Rabbi Simcha Bunim. He said that every...

Our annual summer luncheon celebrated members of the JFS Legacy Society, featured guest speaker Barbara Bry, and welcomed Dana Toppel, our new CEO.

As members of the Jewish community prepare to gather around the Seder table and retell the story of our ancestors’ journey from slavery to freedom, we are...

JFS' Lieber’s Corner Market is not your average grocery store. Its unique and innovative approach to nutrition assistance helps thousands of San Diegans every year.

As Purim approaches, Esther’s story feels especially poignant. ​Jewish tradition teaches that, like Esther, we all face moments when our action—or inaction—can make a vital difference. We...

Years ago, when we envisioned having a garden on our Campus, we knew it could help support the Loonin Family Kitchen, which produces thousands of meals each...

Read about what makes the Balboa Avenue Older Adult Center (BAOAC) so special from clients, family, and program coordinator, Aviva Saad.

Since 2009, Jewish Family Service’s Patient Advocacy Team has been advocating for the often underserved, marginalized, stigmatized, and isolated community members who need someone they can count...

Meet Zita Liebermensch, Longtime JFS Supporter and Community Champion. Recently, we had the privilege of sitting down with Zita to find out why she’s inspired to live...

During World War II, many Survivors were denied the opportunity to celebrate their Bar or Bat Mitzvahs. Thanks to the Honig Family Foundation, we were able to...