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JFCS published the “Centuries of Pioneering” book in 2010. It tells the story of the Jewish people in the Bay Area and their work to help others since 1850. The year 1850 is significant for the Bay Area. California became a state, San Francisco was incorporated, and one of the oldest social service agencies in the country—now known as Jewish Family and Children’s Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin, and Sonoma Counties (JFCS)—was established by a group of Bavarian Jews who had immigrated to San Francisco at the time of the California Gold Rush. This exciting time in history… Read More

Celebrate Pride and Shabbat with other Peninsula families with babies and toddlers. Grab your outdoor blanket and get ready for a fun complimentary pizza dinner following our baby/tot Shabbat circle time.… Read More

Join JBN’s Jen Altman, our friends at Sha’ar Zahav, and your SF community to celebrate Pride! Spend the morning in Dolores Park with puppets, music, Boichik Bagels, crafts and more! … Read More

Discover how you can make informed choices about technology’s role in your family and help by setting the example yourself! For parents of children of all ages.… Read More

Join JFCS’ Surrogacy Pathway for a friendly and informative orientation that will guide you through every step of this amazing journey to becoming parents.… Read More

This two-part workshop will explore the roots of anger in both children and parents, common triggers, and typical emotional responses. Learn practical strategies to help children regain control, understand your own anger, and respond in ways that build emotional resilience.… Read More