Federation Funding in Action: Helping Families Overcome Infertility
April 10, 2026
A growing number of families in Atlanta and across the country are finding hope and support through the Jewish Fertility Foundation (JFF), an organization founded in Atlanta in 2015 and supported by Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta, that is helping individuals and couples navigate the often isolating journey of infertility.
With a mission rooted in both financial assistance and emotional support, JFF has already helped bring over 350 Jewish babies into the world, including more than 150 in Atlanta alone. Their impact continues to expand as they reach new communities and deepen their work locally.
“Sharing is a huge part of what we do,” said Rebecca Guttman, JFF’s Program Manager in Atlanta & Greater DC. “Helping people go through this journey without the stigma, without the shame. It’s incredibly powerful when people can connect with others who truly understand what they’re experiencing.”
That sense of connection is paired with meaningful, tangible support. JFF provides grants and resources to those pursuing fertility treatments, helping ease the financial burden that can often feel overwhelming.
The organization is also continuing to grow. This year, JFF is launching a new surrogacy pilot program starting in Atlanta, and recently announced its largest gift to date—a $3 million commitment over three years from the Marcus Foundation. Their impact is also gaining broader recognition, with recent features in both Hadassah Magazine and the Atlanta Jewish Times highlighting the organization’s work and reach.
For Jenny Jones, JFF’s Director of Development, the work is deeply rooted in community.
“We are so grateful,” she shared. “We couldn’t do this without the immense support of the Atlanta community. It’s a huge source of pride to have a community here that is so supportive of our work.”
As National Infertility Awareness Week approaches – April 19-25, Jewish Fertility Foundation continues to elevate awareness while reminding the community that for many, this journey is lived every day.
“For us, every week is Infertility Week,” Rebecca says. “It’s about helping people better understand what this journey can look like.”
Through partnership, compassion, and collective investment, Atlanta is helping ensure that more families have the chance to grow, and that no one has to walk the path alone.