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Jewish Fertility Foundation

“My story isn’t unique. But I was lucky. I got pregnant via IVF twice in two years and I thank the universe every day. But for others it takes years, losses, and lots of tears and heartache before babies are made, if at all. And with the costs of IVF ranging from $15,000 – $25,000 in the United States, many don’t even have a chance for a chance. So I’ve turned my useless guilt into helpful actions by starting the Jewish Fertility Foundation (JFF). We provide financial assistance, educational awareness, and emotional support to Jewish families who have medical fertility challenges in the communities we serve. As a woman struggling with infertility, I know what it’s like to cry alone. But YOU are no longer alone. JFF is here for you.”

JFF-National Surrogacy Journey Support Group

JFF-DEN Primary In-Person Infertility Support Group

Parlor Meeting

JFF-GREATER DC Virtual Support Group: Experiencing Infertility

JFF-ATL 2026 Make Your Mark Event

Genetic Factor Peer-to-Peer Support Group

In Another Oven! A Children's Book About Surrogacy

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Better Together with Jff + Sharsheret

Early Pregnancy Loss Peer-to-Peer Support Group

AI Meets the Two Week Wait: A Clearer View with OvaVision

Better Together

Prepared, Not Scared: Prenatal Counseling with a Neonatologist

Male Peer-to-Peer Support Group

Beads of Hope: A Creative Evening for Women

5 Prayers for Hope, Healing & the Fertility Journey

Egg Donation, Unscrambled

Onco Fertility Peer-TO-Peer Support Group

Give

Eggs & Opps

Your Daily Phil

Southern Jewish Life

The American Israelite

Five Prayers To Support Your Fertility Journey: Rabbi Sam Blustin

JFF Is Funding the Research That Doesn’t Exist Yet

What We Carried: One Family's Journey with the Jewish Fertility Foundation

Choosing Continuity: Conceiving Life From Loss and the Ethics of a Biological Will

Atlanta Jewish Times

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Elana Frank

Kayla Heering

Rachel Fruchtman

Eryn Rubin

Jenny Jones

Julie Cohen

Hilary Sloane

Sophie Steinberg

JFF-SFL Fertility Grant Recipient

What a few weeks it’s been across JFF. Here’s a look at where we’ve been: Clinic trainings: We were honored to lead trainings for the teams at the Fertility Center of Las Vegas, the Michigan Center for Fertility and Women’s Health, and RMA of Michigan on how JFF can support their patients. We’re so grateful for the care they bring to every family. (@fertilitycenterlasvegas @mifertility @rmaofmichigan) Sharsheret West Coast Dash: It was a joy to connect with so many people at our booth at Dockweiler Beach and talk fertility support, including for those facing hereditary cancer risk. (@sharsheretofficial) JFF South Florida Night Off from Infertility: Our South Florida community shared an evening of meditation, painting, and laughter, beautifully guided by Maayan Ciner of Soul Flow. (@soul.flow_by_maayan) JFF Cleveland JWell Series: In Cleveland, we joined B’nai Jeshurun Congregation to explore the calm and grounding of Jewish meditation. (@jwellcle @bnai.jeshurun) To everyone who joined, hosted, and partnered with us: thank you. Want to be part of what’s next? Check out our upcoming events at the link in bio.

“This grant serves as a vital bridge toward our dream of fatherhood after a decade of building our life together.” – Matt and Shinan, JFF Surrogacy Grant Recipients 2026 This is what your generosity makes possible. Every gift brings another family closer to the child they’ve been hoping for. Contact jenny@jewishfertilityfoundation.org to give today.

Welcome to the world, Ari! We’re overjoyed for Sammie and Eric Beck, JFF Denver Grant recipients, on the arrival of their newest little one, completing the family they dreamed of. In their words: “The Jewish Fertility Foundation helped make our dream of having two children a reality, giving us hope and support when we needed it most. They stood by us through some of the hardest moments of our lives, and we will forever be grateful for the love, compassion, and support they provided along our journey to growing our family.” Mazel tov to the whole Beck family!

November is National Adoption Month! Adoption is one of the many beautiful ways families are built. This month, we’re celebrating the adoptive families in our community, honoring birth parents and adoptees, and cheering on everyone whose path to parenthood includes adoption. Every family has its own story, and each one is worth celebrating. Is adoption part of your family’s story? We’d love to hear from you in the comments. #NationalAdoptionMonth #Adoption

Only a few spots left! Join JFF Atlanta for Make Your Mark THIS Sunday evening! Local artist Laila Rubin will lead a free, hands-on mosaic-making evening for anyone on a family-building journey. No artistic experience needed. Just come as you are, let your creativity flow, and spend the evening creating alongside others who get it. You’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind mosaic to take home, and maybe a few new connections too. 📅 Sunday, November 8 at 6:00 PM 📍 Metro Atlanta (exact location sent to registrants) This is for anyone on their family-building journey, plus partners and loved ones. Spots are almost gone. Grab yours before Sunday at jewishfertilityfoundation.org/event/makeyourmark/.

IN ANOTHER OVEN: TALKING TO KIDS ABOUT SURROGACY WITH BECKY KOREN, LCSW 🧁 I loved going live with my dear friend Becky Koren, a licensed clinical social worker and now a children’s author! Her new book, In Another Oven, uses baking cupcakes to explain surrogacy to her own kids, because sometimes you need to borrow someone else’s oven. Becky talked openly about her unexpected journey. When none of the surrogacy books out there felt right for her family, she wrote her own. Takeaway: there’s no single right script for telling your kids how they came to be. The best words are the ones that fit your family. Stay tuned for a giveaway of Becky’s book from JFF! 📚

Chanukah is coming, and JFF Detroit is celebrating with our friends at Congregation Beth Shalom! Join us for the 11th Annual CHANU-CON Community-Wide Chanukah Festival on Sunday, November 22, from 1–5pm at Congregation Beth Shalom, Oak Park, MI. It’s an afternoon of Chanukah fun for the whole family: - Live music and magic - Local vendors with great gift ideas - Children’s activities, from a bounce house to face painting and candle making - Delicious kosher food - A 50/50 raffle Admission is FREE! Be sure to stop by the JFF Detroit table to say hi. We can’t wait to celebrate with you! RSVP at https://www.facebook.com/events/s/chanu-con-11th-annual-communit/1807884137059433/ and bring your friends and family!

We’re honored to be recognized once again as a 2026 Everyday Health Trusted Health Resource! Thank you to @everydayhealth for continuing to shine a light on our work. With so much health information out there, it can be hard to know who to trust. Everyday Health’s editorial team carefully vets every organization on its list for expertise, high-quality resources, and the endorsement of medical professionals and patient advocates, and reviews the list each year. Explore the full list of trusted resources: https://www.everydayhealth.com/trusted-health-resources/best-fertility-resources/ #JewishFertilityFoundation #Infertility #FertilitySupport #TrustedHealthResource

World Fertility Day is a chance to pause and look at what this community has made possible. More than 430 babies welcomed. 105 pregnancies. Over $3 million in grants, loans, and clinic discounts. And free emotional and educational support for everyone navigating fertility challenges. This is what hope looks like when we build it together. Your support keeps it going. Give today and help more families grow with dignity, love, and support. Link in bio. #WorldFertilityDay

November is here, and our calendar is full of chances to connect. Here’s what’s happening this week: 📅 Monday, November 2 8:00 pm ET: LGBTQ+ National Virtual Support Group 7:00 pm CT: JFF Houston Women’s Virtual Support Group 📅 Wednesday, November 4 8:00 pm ET: Genetic Diagnosis National Virtual Support Group with @getjscreened 📅 Thursday, November 5 10:00 am ET: Fertility Buddies® Veteran Training 📅 Saturday, November 7 12:15 pm ET: JFF Detroit Lunch and Learn at Beth Israel Congregation 📅 Sunday, November 8 6:00 pm ET: JFF Atlanta Make Your Mark: An Evening of Mosaics and Community 7:00 pm ET: JFF Greater DC Virtual Support Group We hope to see you there. Save your spot at the link in bio, and share with someone who’d like to join.

JFF CEO & Founder @elanabekfrank recently emceed the morning program at the Nashville-Israel Health Summit, which connects Israeli startups with U.S. healthcare leaders. It was a natural fit, bringing together so many of her passions: health, technology, Israel, entrepreneurship, and of course, fertility. Many thanks to Alexa Crisa, Consul General Eitan Weiss, and David J. Zilberman for making this opportunity possible! @alexacrisa Israel in Atlanta

Instagram Live: Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Better Together with JFF and Sharsheret A breast cancer diagnosis can raise difficult questions about health, family, and the future, including fertility. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, join us Thursday, October 29 for a conversation with Rachel Teicher, LSW, OSW-C, Certified Oncology Social Worker and Support Program Manager at Sharsheret (@sharsheretofficial), as we talk about the support available to young Jewish women and families facing breast cancer and the fertility concerns that can come with it. Hosted by Julie Cohen, JFF Senior Program Manager, this discussion is a reminder that we’re stronger, and better, together. Thursday, October 29 12:00 PM CT | 1:00 PM ET Live on Instagram Save the date and join us live. We hope to see you there!

Suitcases packed, name badges ready. ASRM kicks off this weekend! If you work in fertility care, research, or patient support and want to talk about how we can help more people build their families, send us a message. We’ll find a time to meet up. See you in Baltimore! @elanabekfrank @jennyjones100681 @steve_lasensky @pamcake17 @seglo3 @asrm_org #ASRM2026 #JewishFertilityFoundation #Infertility #FertilityCare

Instagram Live: AI Meets the Two Week Wait: A Clearer View with Ovavision The two week wait, the days between ovulation or embryo transfer and a pregnancy test, can feel like the longest stretch of the fertility journey. Join us Wednesday, October 28 for an Instagram Live with Helen Yang, PhD, Founder & CEO of Ovavision (@ova.vision), and Eliana Muszynski, Fertility Specialist & Educator at Ovavision (@elianamdphd), as they explore how AI is bringing more clarity and calm to those uncertain days. Hosted by Julie Cohen, JFF Senior Program Manager, this conversation will offer insight, reassurance, and a fresh look at what’s possible in fertility care. Wednesday, October 28 12:00 PM CT | 1:00 PM ET Live on Instagram Bring your questions and set a reminder. We’d love to see you there!

What a month it’s been! From living rooms to clinic rooms, JFF communities across the country came together, and we’re so grateful to everyone who made it happen. 📍 Denver: We joined our friends at @rcfdenver's donor learning event to discuss women’s health and JFF’s work supporting families facing infertility. We also gathered for an inspiring Parlor Meeting hosted by Evi and Evan Makovsky. 📍 Birmingham: We brought the community together for a Night Off from Infertility: Beads of Hope in partnership with @cjfsbham and @beloved__collection, creating space for those on fertility journeys to step away from the stress and create meaningful connections. 📍 South Florida: We partnered with @ivfmd's Cooper City team for a clinic training, and we were honored to join Games for GOOD, hosted by @jfsofbroward. Every event, every conversation, and every person who showed up helps build a community where no one faces infertility without support. Thank you for being part of it! Want to be at the next one? Follow along for upcoming events near you. #JewishFertilityFoundation #JFF #FertilityCommunity #InfertilitySupport #IVFCommunity

NEONATOLOGIST, MFM, NIPT… WHAT DOES IT ALL MEAN? We wish a tough road to pregnancy guaranteed a smooth, complication-free pregnancy, but often it doesn’t. Dr. Teri Traub Mann, a board-certified neonatologist and pediatrician, joined us today to decode the alphabet soup. She also reminded us that it’s always a good idea to advocate for yourself and your baby. Want help asking the right questions? Dr. Traub Mann now runs her own consulting business, where she helps patients understand what’s happening in their pregnancy. Thank you, Dr. Traub Mann!

JFF is proud to be at the @sharsheretofficial West Coast Dash this Sunday, 10/25 at Dockweiler Beach in Playa del Rey! Come say hi at the JFF booth: we’d love to meet you, answer your questions, and share how we support the Jewish community through fertility challenges, including for those navigating hereditary cancer risk. There’s still time to sign up for the 5K or 10K! All ages, abilities, and strollers welcome. Register at www.sharsheret.org/westcoast/.

Join us for our JFF National Early Pregnancy Loss Virtual Support Group, a gentle, confidential group for those grieving a first-trimester miscarriage. We meet to share, listen, and remind each other that this loss is real and worth grieving, even when it feels invisible to the outside world. No judgment, no timelines, no “at least” statements. Just people who understand. 📅 Wednesday, October 28 🕗 8:00–9:15 PM EDT 💻 Virtual via Zoom 💸 FREE Register now at the link in our bio.

You’re invited! Curious about JFF and the work we’re doing in Cleveland? Join us for a private gathering and an inspiring evening of conversation. 📆 Tuesday, November 17 🕕 6:00 PM 📍 A private home in the Cleveland area You’ll hear firsthand how JFF supports Jewish families on their fertility journeys, connect with others who care about this mission, and learn how you can get involved in our Cleveland community. Seats are limited. To RSVP, email allison@jewishfertilityfoundation.org. Know someone who’d love to join? Tag them below or share this post! #JewishFertilityFoundation #JFFCleveland #ClevelandJewishCommunity #FertilitySupport #InfertilityAwareness

For many families, the road to welcoming a grandchild isn’t a simple one. When your kids are struggling to grow their family, it can be hard to know how to help. Legacy Circle is JFF's philanthropic community of grandparents and grandparents-to-be who give to support families on their path to parenthood. When you join, you get: - Helpful resources made just for grandparents - A one-on-one match with another grandparent who has been there, through our Grandparent Fertility Buddies® program - A first look at what’s ahead for JFF, plus early sign-up for our big events Your gift of $360 a year is tax-deductible and goes straight to helping families build their future. Join Legacy Circle today. Learn more at link in bio.

Wherever you are in your journey, there's room for you here. Here's where to find support and community this week: 📅 Monday, October 19 5:30 pm CT: JFF Houston Women’s Virtual Support Group 7:15 pm MT: JFF Denver Secondary Infertility Virtual Support Group 8:00 pm ET: Fertility Buddy Veteran Training 📅 Tuesday, October 20 8:00 pm ET: National Male Peer-to-Peer Virtual Support Group 6:30 pm PT: JFF Nevada Support Group 7:00 pm PT: National Pacific Time Infertility Virtual Support Group 📅 Wednesday, October 21 2:00 pm ET: Instagram Live with Terri Traub Mann 7:15 pm ET: JFF Detroit Support Group 6:00 pm MT: JFF Denver Boulder Support Group 8:00 pm ET: National Early Pregnancy Loss Virtual Support Group 📅 Sunday, October 25 6:30 pm ET: JFF South Florida Night Off from Infertility 7:00 pm ET: JFF Pittsburgh Better Together Night Out for Couples with CYP Pittsburgh There's a seat saved just for you. Register at the link in bio, and share this with anyone who might need it!

Breath, Text, and Hope: Meditation and Jewish Learning for the Family-Building Journey The longing for a child runs deep in Jewish tradition, from Sarah to Hannah. Join JFF Cleveland, @jwellcle, and @bnai.jeshurun for a series blending meditation and Jewish text study, offering calm, connection, and community for anyone on a family-building journey (and their friends and family). Led by Rabbi Michael Ross. All are welcome; no experience needed. First session is Thursday, Oct 29 at 7:00 pm at B'nai Jeshurun Congregation More info + register at: https://www.bnaijeshurun.org/event/what39s-jewish-about-meditation.html

We’re so grateful to the @clevejn for sharing the story of JFF Cleveland! In just two years, our Cleveland community has awarded 21 grants totaling more than $100,000, 36 Fertility Buddies have stepped up to support others on their journeys, and we’ve celebrated 15 babies. That includes baby Brady, born this August to grant recipients Shelby and Matthew Zukerman. “JFF changed our life,” they shared. “They gave us our miracle!” Behind every number is a family who didn’t have to walk this road alone. Thank you to the @jewishcle, the Mt. Sinai Health Foundation, and our clinic partners for making this possible. Read the full article at the link in bio!

ASRM is just one week away, and our team is counting down! Want to learn how JFF supports Jewish individuals and couples on their fertility journeys? Exploring a partnership? Or just want to say hi in person? DM us now to get on our calendar before it fills up. @elanabekfrank @jennyjones100681 @steve_lasensky @pamcake17 @seglo3 @asrm_org #ASRM2026 #JewishFertilityFoundation #Infertility #FertilityCare

Welcome to the world, Anderson! We're overjoyed for this family on the arrival of their sweet baby boy! His mom found community and support through our JFF Nevada support group, and we're so honored to have been part of her journey. Moments like this remind us how much it means to never walk this road alone. Mazel tov to the whole family!

Instagram Live: Prepared, Not Scared: Prenatal Counseling with a Neonatologist Join us for an Instagram Live with Dr. Terri Traub Mann, a Board-Certified Neonatologist and Pediatrician and Founder of Prenatal Counseling of Georgia, as she shares how prenatal counseling helps expecting parents understand what lies ahead and feel ready for it. Hosted by Julie Cohen, JFF Senior Program Manager, this conversation will explore what prenatal counseling looks like, who it can help, and how it can bring clarity and calm to the journey. Whether you're expecting or just beginning to plan, there's something here for you. Wednesday, October 21 1:00 PM CT | 2:00 PM ET Live on Instagram Be sure to set a reminder! We'd love to see you there.

Join us for our JFF National Male Peer-to-Peer Virtual Support Group. It's FREE and open to any men experiencing infertility or on a family-building journey. 📅 Tuesday, October 20 🕗 8:00–9:15 PM EDT 💻Virtual via Zoom 💸 FREE Register now at the link in our bio. Registration required at least 12 hours in advance.

We're so proud to be a National Partner for the @sharsheretofficial Summit 2026 — your source for the latest information on breast and ovarian cancer in the Jewish community. There's still time to join for a series of free, expert-led virtual sessions covering everything from AI screening to menopause, nutrition, and local community programming! Learn more and register today: sharsheret.org/sharsheret-summit/

The infertility journey can be exhausting, and sometimes you just need a night to breathe. Join JFF South Florida on Sunday, October 25 for Meditation & Painting: A Night Off from Infertility. We’ll begin with a calming guided meditation, then settle in for a relaxed painting experience. No artistic background needed, just a willingness to slow down and let yourself unwind. There’s no discussion or agenda. It’s simply a gentle evening of rest, creativity, and connection with others who truly understand what you’re carrying. You’ll leave with a little more calm and a piece of art to take home. Partners are warmly welcome to join. Spots are limited. Save yours at link in bio.

Faith, hope, and the waiting in between. Rabbi Sam Blustin of Chizuk Amuno Congregation in Baltimore joined us to talk about how his own fertility journey has changed the way he reads some familiar Jewish texts. He shared 5 prayers that took on new meaning for him, and that offer “grounding, hope, and something to hold onto.” We also talked about finding a spiritual practice that works for you, whether that’s a traditional prayer practice or a ritual of your own making. There’s no one right way to pray, or to feel, through this. Thank you, Rabbi Sam, for your openness, your vulnerability, and the beautiful prayer and music you shared with us today. 🔗 All 5 prayers are on the blog. The link is in our stories.

Hearing that a family feels "equipped to start this journey" is the best kind of feedback we could ask for. Building a family comes with a lot of questions and big feelings, and having people in your corner who truly get it makes all the difference. Our support groups are free and open to anyone experiencing infertility. Know someone who could use this kind of support? Share this post or reach out to learn more. #FamilyBuilding #SupportGroup #FamilyBuildingSupport #YouAreNotAlone

If you've ever worried, "Will I bond with a baby who doesn't share my genes?", this one's for you. Rachel Brody, LCSW, gently and beautifully put that myth to rest. Bonding doesn't come from DNA. It's built in the little moments. That's where parenthood really happens. We also talked about: 💛 The grief that can come with losing a genetic connection, and why it's completely normal 💛 Known vs. anonymous vs. open-ID donors 💛 How (and when) to talk with your child about their story 💛 What to say when Aunt Linda asks, "So whose eggs are they?" Takeaway: your feelings about donor eggs can be complicated and loving at the same time. Both can be true. Missed it live? Catch the replay here. And if you're navigating this path, JFF is here for you.

A new week means new chances to connect. Whether you're looking for support, conversation, or a night off, there's a place for you here: 📅 Tuesday, October 13 12:00 pm ET: Instagram Live with Rachel Brody: Egg Donation, Unscrambled 5:30 pm ET: JFF South Florida Games for Good: Mahjong and Canasta 7:00 pm ET: JFF Atlanta Women's Infertility Virtual Support Group 📅 Wednesday, October 14 12:00 pm ET: Instagram Live with Rabbi @samblustin: 5 Prayers for Hope, Healing, & the Fertility Journey 7:00 pm CT: JFF Birmingham Support Group 8:00 pm ET: National Secondary Infertility Virtual Support Group 📅 Thursday, October 15 12:00 pm ET: Fertility Buddy Veteran Virtual Training 7:00 pm ET: JFF South Florida Virtual Support Group 6:30 pm CT: JFF Birmingham Beads of Hope: Night Off from Infertility Come as you are, stay as long as you need. Reserve your spot at the link in bio!

Instagram Live: 5 Prayers for Hope, Healing, & the Fertility Journey Join us for an Instagram Live with Rabbi @samblustin, as he shares five Jewish prayers that carried him and his wife through their own fertility journey, offering grounding and hope when it was needed most. Hosted by Julie Cohen, JFF Senior Program Manager, this conversation will explore Rabbi Sam's personal story and why he wrote about these prayers. Whether or not you have a prayer practice, there's something here for you. Wednesday, October 14 11:00 AM CT | 12:00 PM ET Live on Instagram Be sure to set a reminder! We'd love to see you there. Read Rabbi Blustin's article at https://jewishfertilityfoundation.org/fiveprayers/

Better Together: A Night Out for Jewish Couples on 10/25 Join @cyppittsburgh and JFF Pittsburgh for a relaxing night out! Enjoy sushi, wine, and a chance to mingle with other Jewish couples in the community. The evening will feature Healthy Generations: an approachable conversation with certified genetic counselor Natasha Berman, about genetic testing and carrier screening - what they can tell you, what Jewish couples may want to consider, and where to go for more information. For Jewish couples - married or thinking about marriage. Sunday, October 25 at 7:00 PM No charge | $18 suggested donation RSVP required at cyppitsburgh.com/couples

Say hello to Wells! Our hearts are so full for Madaleine and Adam, JFF Cincinnati Fertility Grant recipients, as they welcome their little boy into the world. Moments like this are what keep us going, and we couldn't be happier to share in their joy. Mazel tov to the whole family!

Three years ago today, the Jewish people experienced unimaginable loss. Today we remember the lives taken on October 7, hold close the families still grieving, and pray for healing. May their memories be a blessing. #October7 #october7remembrance

Our team is stepping away for a three-day staff retreat. This time together helps us grow closer, keep learning, and come back ready to offer even better support to our clients, volunteers, and community. Our office will be closed Wednesday, October 7-Friday, October 9, and Monday, October 12 in honor of Indigenous Peoples' Day. We'll respond to messages when we return on Tuesday, October 13. Thank you for your patience!

Some loves are measured in weeks, some in days, some in a lifetime of what-ifs. All of them are real. This October, we're holding space for every family who has said goodbye too soon. Whether your loss was recent or years ago, whether you speak your baby's name often or carry it quietly, your story matters here. If you'd like to share your baby's name in the comments, we would be honored to remember them with you. And if you'd rather hold your story close, that's okay too. We're here for you, and our support groups are always open. Visit link in bio to find the group for you. #PregnancyAndInfantLossAwarenessMonth

Heading to ASRM? So are we! Our CEO & Founder Elana Frank, Director of Development Jenny Jones, and Amanda Segal, Steve Lasensky, and Dr. Pam Parker, JFF National Board Members, will be at the ASRM Scientific Congress, and we'd love to meet you while we're there. Whether you're a clinician, researcher, or partner in the fertility space, we're always glad to make new connections and catch up with old friends. Send us a message and let's find a time to connect at the conference. See you there! @elanabekfrank @jennyjones100681 @steve_lasensky @pamcake17 @seglo3 @asrm_org #ASRM2026 #JewishFertilityFoundation #Infertility #FertilityCare

Join us for our JFF-National OncoFertility Virtual Support Group, a free space for cancer previvors and survivors who are also on a family-building journey. Connect with others who truly understand, share your experiences, and find encouragement from a community that gets it. 📅 Thursday, October 8 🕗 8:00–9:15 PM EDT 💻 Virtual via Zoom 💸 FREE 🩷 In partnership with @sharsheretofficial Registration is required at least 12 hours in advance. Register now at the link in our bio.

You don't have to walk this path alone. Join us this week for support, connection, and community. Here's what's coming up: 📅 Monday, October 5 at 8 PM ET National LGBTQ+ Virtual Support Group 📅 Tuesday, October 6 at 10 AM ET Fertility Buddy Veteran Virtual Training 📅 Wednesday, October 7 at 7 PM ET JFF Cincinnati Virtual Support Group JFF Cleveland Virtual Support Group 📅 Thursday, October 8 at 8 PM ET National OncoFertility Virtual Support Group with @sharsheretofficial 📅 Sunday, October 11 at 7 PM ET JFF Greater DC Virtual Support Group Spots are open now, so grab yours and bring a friend who could use the support. Register at the link in bio.

JFF South Florida recently had the pleasure of meeting the wonderful team at IVFMD’s South Miami clinic (@ivfmd) during our JFF Clinic Training! Thank you for the warm welcome and for your shared commitment to supporting individuals, couples, and families throughout their infertility journeys. We’re grateful for the opportunity to collaborate and work together to provide compassionate care and meaningful support to our community.

Meet Delilah! 🥰 Born to JFF-DEN fertility grantees, Rachel & David, this sweet girl is the answer to years of hope, hard tries, and heartbreak. In Rachel and David's own words: "For years, we dreamed of becoming parents and tried naturally to grow our family, but month after month, we had no success. We then tried IUI, hoping that would be the answer, but unfortunately, it wasn't successful either. IVF was the next step we wanted to pursue, but the financial cost made it feel impossible. Then we were blessed to be selected as grantees of the Jewish Fertility Foundation®. Their support made IVF financially manageable and gave us the chance to continue pursuing the dream we had almost begun to think might never happen. Today, we are holding our beautiful 2.5-month-old baby girl, Delilah, and it is hard to put into words what that means to us. The Jewish Fertility Foundation® played such an important part in making our journey to parenthood possible. We will forever be grateful for their generosity, compassion, and for giving us the opportunity to bring our daughter into the world. Our little girl is our greatest gift, and we are so thankful they helped make her possible." Mazel tov, Rachel & David — welcome to the world, Delilah! 💙

Instagram Live: Egg Donation, Unscrambled Join us for an Instagram Live with Rachel Brody, LCSW-C (@rsbrody19), as she explores the emotional side of egg donation, including processing previous loss, navigating privacy and disclosure, talking with children about their story, and the lasting impact on donors themselves. Hosted by Julie Cohen, JFF Senior Manager, this heartfelt conversation will offer compassion, perspective, and support for everyone touched by egg donation. Tuesday, October 13 11 AM CT | 12 PM ET Live on Instagram Bring your questions and set a reminder. We'd love to see you there!

Hello, October! 🎃 A new month, new chances to find your people. JFF's FREE October support groups are here, with a space for wherever you are on your fertility journey, whether that's infertility, loss, pregnancy after infertility, LGBTQ+ family building, surrogacy, and more. Join virtually from anywhere or in person in select cities. ❤️ Swipe to find a group that fits your needs and schedule. Register at link in bio or JewishFertilityFoundation.org/support.

Sometimes the most powerful words you can offer are: "I've been there, too." If you've lived through the waiting, the hoping, and the hard days of an infertility journey, your understanding is a gift you can share with someone walking that road today. JFF's Fertility Buddies® program is looking for volunteer mentors for people who are considering treatment, going through IVF, exploring surrogacy or adoption, or coping with loss. You don't need to have all the answers. You just need to be willing to listen and offer support. We offer free, virtual trainings every month to help you feel prepared. Turn your journey into a lifeline for someone else. Tap the link in bio or visit jewishfertilityfoundation.org/veteran to sign up for an upcoming training.

A few weeks ago, we had the joy of attending the premiere of @showmethelinefilm at @sidewalkfilm. This powerful documentary explores the ups and downs of fertility medicine and the way art helps us share experiences that are so hard to put into words. A special highlight was seeing JFF Fertility Buddies® veteran Emily Capilouto on the big screen and on the post-film panel. Emily, thank you for sharing your story so openly! 🙌 Emily was joined in the audience by Abby McNeill, a current JFF Birmingham client who is expecting, and JFF Board Member Danielle Rosenbaum. Seeing a veteran client and a mom-to-be side by side, cheering on a story so close to both of their hearts, was a beautiful reminder of the community at the center of everything we do. Congratulations to director @kelseyianuzzi, producer @filmcurious, and the women featured in the film, @abbeycrain, @jamiebstylist , and @vwehby, for starting such an important conversation around fertility and family building. In partnership with @cjfsbham

All are welcome, come as you are. 📅 Monday, September 28 National Pregnancy After Infertility Virtual Support Group - 8 PM ET 📅 Tuesday, September 29 National Eastern Time Infertility Virtual Support Group - 8 PM ET 📅 Wednesday, September 30 JFF Pittsburgh Virtual Support Group - 7 PM ET You’re not alone. Spend time with people who understand. Link in bio to register.

Last week, JFF CEO & Founder Elana Frank; Eastern Region Development Manager Allison Smith; and Program Manager for Atlanta, Greater DC, and Houston Rebecca Guttman gathered for an Atlanta parlor meeting, graciously hosted by Brittany and Adam Kazinec. It was a meaningful evening of connection, conversation, and community as we came together to share JFF's mission and the importance of supporting individuals and families on their fertility journeys. Thank you to Brittany and Adam for opening their home and for sharing their story, and to Debra and Adam Meyer and Avi Hakim for so generously sharing theirs as well. Your openness helped bring our community closer together! 💕

About one in five people of childbearing age will need fertility treatment at some point. Chances are, someone you know is quietly going through it right now. In a new interview, Elana Frank, JFF CEO & Founder, shares what she wishes every family knew, starting with this: "Don't wait. Advocate for yourself." And for anyone who feels hesitant to reach out for help, she says, "even if you don't think you're eligible, ask." From grants and interest-free loan connections to support groups and peer matching, JFF is making sure families across the country (now including Houston!) don't have to navigate infertility alone. Thank you to @stacy.yam for sharing Elana's story with such heart. If this is part of your journey, or someone you love's, this one is worth your time. 🔗 Read the full interview at link in bio or here: https://eggsandops.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=web

Welcome to the world, baby E.C.L.! 💙 Born August 17 to JFF-Greater DC fertility grantee parents J. & J.L.C. — we are so overjoyed to celebrate this new arrival and the journey that brought this family here. Every JFF baby is a reminder of what's possible. Mazel tov to this beautiful family!

September is Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) Awareness Month. You may have noticed the name change this year. PCOS is now PMOS, a name that finally reflects what so many already knew: this isn't just about ovaries. It's hormonal, metabolic, and full-body. For many JFF families, PMOS is part of the story behind their journey to build a family. We encourage you to check on a loved one navigating PMOS, ask how they're really doing, and offer support because no one should have to carry this alone. Share this post to help spread the word.

JFF Houston has hit the ground running! Thank you to @jewishherald for highlighting the JFF Houston kickoff where earlier this month, over 60 people gathered at the @erjcchouston to celebrate the launch of Jewish Fertility Foundation's 11th location nationwide. The evening featured personal stories, guidance from fertility doctors and therapists, and news that JFF Houston has already raised enough to award several fertility grants. The night was all about "the hope that comes with helping people pursue their dreams of becoming parents." Read the full story here: https://jhvonline.com/jewish-fertility-foundation-houston-kickoff-brings-hope-to-houston-families-p36789-153.htm

Words like these are why we do what we do. 💙 "Thank you so much for awarding us these funds! This will greatly help us with our next FET cycle and reduce the financial burden that comes along with IVF. So grateful to JFF and all you do!" — JFF-SFL Fertility Grant Recipient Fertility treatment is emotionally and physically demanding, and the cost can make it feel out of reach. Through our fertility grants, we help ease that burden so families can focus on what matters most: building their future. Thank you to our incredible community of donors and supporters who make these grants possible. Every gift brings a family one step closer. 🌱 👉 Learn more about applying for a grant or supporting our work at the link in bio.

JFF-Birmingham's Night Off from Infertility: Beads of Hope Step away from the stress of the fertility journey and into an evening of connection, creativity, and calm. We'll be joined by @rebtile of @thecraftkitco for a guided beaded necklace-making experience. You'll leave with a beautiful, handmade necklace, and hopefully a little more room to breathe. 📅 Thursday, October 15 ⋅ 6:30 PM CT 📍 Birmingham, Alabama 💵 Free In partnership with @cjsbham RSVP at link in bio or here by October 5 → https://jewishfertilityfoundation.org/event/beadsofhope/

💛 This week's JFF events 💛 📌 Monday, September 21 — JFF Offices Closed for Yom Kippur 🗓️ Tuesday, September 22 JFF-ATL Perinatal Loss Virtual Support Group — 7:00 PM ET National Single Parent By Choice Virtual Support Group — 8:00 PM ET National Infertility Pacific Time Virtual Support Group — 7:00 PM PT 🗓️ Wednesday, September 23 Fertility Buddies® Veteran Training Virtual — 12:00 PM ET National Postpartum Virtual Support Group — 8:00 PM ET You don't have to carry this alone — find your community this week. Link in bio to register. 💛

Another JFF-CINCY baby! Welcome to the world, baby girl! 💕 Born to a proud JFF-CINCY Fertility Buddies® veteran and support group attendee — this little one is proof of what community, connection, and never giving up can bring. We're so honored to have walked this journey alongside this family. Mazel tov!

🀄🌸Jokers & Flowers: Join JFF-Greater DC for Mahjong with a purpose! Don't miss this lively evening of Mahjong, friendship, and purpose as we raise funds for fertility grants for those who need them most. 📅 Wednesday, October 28 ⋅ 7 PM ET 📍 Sixth & I, Washington, DC 💵 $72 per person or $250 for a table of 4 Proudly sponsored by @the.midlife.pivot In partnership with @e_dcjcc RSVP at link in bio or here by October 23 → JewishFertilityFoundation.org/event/dc-mahj/

Welcome to the world, Sadie! 💜 We're so overjoyed for Robin and Chris, JFF-CINCY Fertility Grant recipients, on the arrival of their sweet girl. Every JFF baby is a reminder of why this work matters. Mazel tov to this beautiful family!

💛 A moment we're honored to share 💛 A member of our JFF-National Fertility Grant Recipient recently told us: "I'm pregnant!!! We are so beyond grateful for JFF for all of the generosity of resources and support that has tremendously helped us to get here." We know news like this can bring up a lot — joy for the families who share it, and complicated feelings for those still on the path. Both are welcome here. Both matter. Wherever you are in your journey — just starting out, in the hard middle, or holding space for grief alongside hope — our community is here for you, exactly as you are. 💛

💛 This Week's JFF Support Groups — You Don't Have to Do This Alone 💛 Infertility can feel isolating, but community makes all the difference. This week, JFF is hosting several support groups — virtual and in-person — for anyone navigating this journey. Take a look and find the one that's right for you: 🗓️ Tuesday, September 15 JFF-ATL Women's Virtual Infertility Support — 7:00 PM ET National Male Virtual Support Group — 8:00 PM ET Fertility Buddies® Veteran Training Virtual — 8:00 PM ET 🗓️ Wednesday, September 16 JFF-DET Infertility Virtual Support Group — 7:15 PM ET JFF-DEN Boulder In-Person Support Group — 6:00 PM MT National Secondary Infertility Virtual Support Group — 8:00 PM ET 🗓️ Thursday, September 17 JFF-Greater DC Virtual Support Group — 7:00 PM ET JFF-SFL Virtual Support Group — 7:00 PM ET Whether you're just starting out, navigating a loss, or years into your journey — there's a seat for you in one of these rooms. Registration links are in our bio. 💛

Mazel tov to JFF-CLE volunteer and supporter, @@eliannabrittany_ (genetic counselor at UH) for not only being honored at tonight's CJN’s “12 under 36” celebration, but ALSO receiving the most Facebook likes and gifting JFF with $1,800!! We are so privileged to have you as part of our JFF family and may you continue to do incredible things for the Cleveland community 💕

Celebrating a New Chapter with @whiteglove.fertility! 🎉 Congratulations to White Glove Fertility on the official launch of their beautiful new clinic! We’re grateful to partner with a team so committed to supporting individuals and families throughout their fertility journeys. It was an honor to celebrate this exciting milestone alongside their team last week, with JFF Program Manager (South Florida), Efrat Yuzefovich, representing the Jewish Fertility Foundation. We look forward to continuing our shared mission of bringing hope, compassionate support, and greater access to fertility care for families in our community. 💛

🍎🍯 Shanah Tovah! As we approach the High Holidays, we're reflecting on this beautiful message from Rebecca Guttman on beginning again and carrying our story forward: "We are, after all, a people who have survived by believing in a future even in uncertain times. This is one of the most important gifts we can offer the generations who come after us: not certainty that everything will be easy, but the conviction that the future of the Jewish people is still ours to shape." May this year bring new beginnings, hope, and the chance to write the next chapter — for our families, our community, and the generations to come. Read Rebecca's full Rosh Hashanah message at the Atlanta Jewish Times: 👉https://www.atlantajewishtimes.com/writers/rebecca-guttman/

🍯🍎 Shana Tova! 🍎🍯 Wishing you and your loved ones a year filled with sweetness, hope, and health. As we welcome 5787, JFF is thinking of every family on their journey — past, present, and growing. Shana Tova U'Metukah from all of us at JFF! ✨

💙 A big welcome to baby Miles! 💙 We’re thrilled to celebrate the arrival of Miles, born July 20, 2026, to JFF-SFL Fertility Grant recipients, Rinat and Brian! 🍼✨ After all the hope and hard work that brought them here, we’re so excited to celebrate this special moment with their family. Welcome, Miles! Your story is just beginning. 💙

✨ Our JFF Program Director, Tamar Smith, was so glad to be part of the JPro Cleveland annual gathering at the Mandel JCC! 💕💕 Such a great chance to connect with fellow Jewish communal professionals, celebrate the work we do, and build relationships across our community. Grateful for organizations like JPro that bring us together! ✨

This week's JFF support groups — come connect with a community that gets it. ❤️ 🗓️ Wednesday, September 9 • JFF-CINCY Virtual Infertility Support Group — 7:00 PM ET • JFF-CLE Infertility Support Group — 7:00 PM ET • JFF-BHM Infertility Support Group — 7:00 PM CT All are welcome. Come as you are. Sign up! Link in bio!

"This just happens" isn't the support so many of us need to hear. One of our JFF-SFL support group attendees shared what it meant to finally feel validated — and to have a space built for every part of this journey, including the hard parts. If you're navigating a loss, a diagnosis, or just need people who get it: our support groups are here for you. 👉 Link in bio!

You don't have to go through this alone. This month, Jewish Fertility Foundation support groups are open to anyone in our community navigating the ups and downs of fertility — a space to share, be heard, and connect with others who truly get it. 💙 Free to join. Confidential. Led with care. Learn more and find a group: Link in bio!

💗 Welcome to the world, Anna! 💗 Congratulations to JFF-Greater DC Fertility Grant recipients Harriet and Robert on the arrival of their beautiful baby girl, Anna, born July 28, 2026! 🌸✨ We’re so excited to celebrate this beautiful new chapter with Harriet, Robert, and their growing family. Welcome, Anna! 💕🍼

Breast cancer and ovarian cancer affect our entire community. Learn more. Know the facts. Take action! 💬 Jewish Fertility Foundation is proud to be a National Partner for the @sharsheretofficial Summit 2026 — your source for the latest information on breast and ovarian cancer in the Jewish community. Join us from September 18 to October 23 for a series of free, expert-led virtual sessions covering everything from AI screening to menopause, nutrition, and local community programming. 👉 Learn more and register today: sharsheret.org/sharsheret-summit/

Building connections in Houston! ✨ 🔥 As part of the JFF-Houston Kickoff, our team had the opportunity to meet with fellow Jewish and fertility professionals, share ideas, and build relationships that will help strengthen support for Houston’s growing family-building community. Building connections in Houston! JFF’s Director of Development, @jennyjones100681, and Program Manager for Atlanta, DC, and Houston,@beccagutt, recently visited @ccrmfertility of Houston to connect with their team and strengthen partnerships in support of Houston’s fertility community. @jennyjones100681, JFF Director of Development, and @beccagutt, JFF Program Manager for Atlanta, DC, and Houston, visited @alexanderjfshouston to connect, collaborate, and strengthen our shared commitment to supporting Houston families. @jennyjones100681 and @beccagutt visited the @jfedhtx to connect with community leaders and build partnerships to support Houston’s growing fertility community. @jennyjones1006810 and @beccagutt enjoyed dinner with our committee! 💙 Building connections over dinner! Jenny Jones and Rebecca Guttman enjoyed a wonderful dinner with @jewishaspen, sharing conversations, ideas, and a passion for strengthening support for individuals and families on their fertility journeys. ✨ 💙 Connecting with Houston’s fertility community! One morning, they toured @aspirefertilityhouston and met with Martha, Drs. Josh Skorupski and Maya Kriseman, and Carrington Gilbert. We’re grateful for the opportunity to connect, learn, and build meaningful partnerships in support of Houston families.✨

A very special welcome to the world, Miles! ❤️ We are overjoyed to celebrate the arrival of Miles, born on July 19 to proud JFF-Greater DC Fertility Grant recipients, Hadley and Phillip. After a long and deeply meaningful path to parenthood, their dream of welcoming a baby has come true. We are honored to have been part of their journey and celebrate this beautiful new chapter with their family. Congratulations, Hadley and Phillip — and welcome, Miles!✨

Last night, JFF CEO & Founder, @elanabekfrank; Program Manager (ATL, DC, & Houston), Rebecca Guttman ; and Director of Development, @jennyjones100681 celebrated the launch of our Houston community with a special kickoff gathering! 💙 We’re so excited to bring JFF’s support, resources, and community to Houston and connect with individuals and families navigating fertility and family building. Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this night so meaningful! ✨

🇮🇱 JFF Leadership in Israel! 🇮🇱 We’re proud to see incoming JFF National Board Chair, Debra Meyer and JFF Treasurer, Adam Kazinec in Israel as part of a leadership program. Their time in Israel is an opportunity to deepen connections, learn, and bring those experiences back to our growing national JFF community. We’re grateful for leaders who continue to strengthen the connections that make our work—and our community—so meaningful. 💙

Did you know? Certain genetic factors affecting fertility are more prevalent in specific Jewish populations, yet research specifically examining these connections remains surprisingly limited. That's exactly the kind of question the JFF Research Grant exists to fund. Two $10,000 awards, open to REI fellows now through November 30. Know a fellow asking questions like this? Send them our way. ➡️ Link in bio.

This lunch was filled with warm conversation, shared ideas, and a strong sense of community. 💙 JFF Program Manager for Atlanta, DC and Houston, Rebecca Guttman; JFF Program Manager for National and Denver, Elisheva Engler; and JFF Chief Operations Officer, Kayla Heering were grateful to gather with fellow Federation Jewish nonprofit professionals!

💚 We’re so grateful for the thoughtful words shared by a JFF Legacy of Love webinar attendee. Our webinars are designed to inform, connect, and support grandparents as they navigate their unique role in the fertility journey. We’re honored to create a space where families can learn, feel understood, and know they’re not alone. Thank you for being part of our community! 💫 Learn more about JFF Legacy of Love! ➡️ https://jewishfertilityfoundation.org/legacy-of-love/ Watch the latest webinar! ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F7_RzJuErQA

✨ Meet Sophie Steinberg, JFF’s New Executive Coordinator! ✨ We’re excited to welcome Sophie back to the Jewish Fertility Foundation®! Sophie first joined JFF as an intern in 2023 and returns with a background in clinical research, project coordination, and mission-driven work. A University of Michigan graduate, Sophie most recently served as a Lab Manager at Georgetown University, coordinating clinical research and developing systems to support interdisciplinary teams. She’s excited to bring that experience back to JFF and help support our leadership and continued growth. Based in Chicago, Sophie enjoys exploring local coffee shops, hosting Shabbat meals, and hiking with her husband. ☕🥾 Welcome back to JFF, Sophie! We’re so happy to have you on the team!

✨ Meet Hilary Sloane, JFF’s New Marketing & Communications Manager! ✨ We’re thrilled to welcome Hilary to the Jewish Fertility Foundation® team! Based in Atlanta and a University of Georgia graduate, Hilary brings years of experience in Jewish nonprofit marketing and communications, along with a passion for telling stories that strengthen communities. Her connection to JFF’s mission is personal. After experiencing unexplained infertility while growing her family, Hilary understands firsthand the uncertainty and isolation that can come with a fertility journey—and the importance of having a supportive community along the way. Now a mom of two daughters, she’s excited to use her experience to help others feel supported, understood, and connected as they build their families. Welcome to JFF, Hilary! We’re so happy you’re here! 👋

Join JFF for virtual support groups, our JFF-HOU kickoff celebration, and Fertility Buddies® veteran training. Save the dates and join us! 📅 Monday, August 31 7:00 PM ET — JFF-Greater DC Virtual Support Group 7:00 PM CT — JFF-HOU Women’s Virtual Support Group 🎉 Tuesday, September 1 7:00 PM CT — JFF-HOU Kickoff Celebration 💬 Wednesday, September 2 8:00 PM ET — JFF-National jscreen/JFF Support Group 🤝 Thursday, September 3 2:00 PM ET — Fertility Buddies® Veteran Training Whether you’re looking for support, connection, or community, there’s a place for you at JFF. 💙 Learn more ➡️ Link in bio!

"From a place of narrowness, I called out to You." The Hebrew word for "narrow" — מֵּצַר, metzar — shares its letters with מצרים, Mitzrayim: Egypt. The place of our people's deepest suffering. And yet, they were led through. To the other side. Rabbi @samblustin writes: even when words fail, even when all you can do is exhale, that breath itself is a prayer. A call to be met, held, and carried toward something more expansive. We see you in the narrow place. 🕊️ Five prayers for the fertility journey, written by a rabbi who has walked this road. ➡️ Link in bio #MinHameitzar #JewishFertility #IVF #TTC #FertilityJourney #JFF #Infertility #HopeAndHealing

What does “money-back” IVF really mean? 🤔 IVF can come with a significant financial and emotional investment, and “shared risk” programs are one option some patients may consider. But understanding the fine print is essential. We’re grateful to @newsweek for speaking with @elanabekfrank, JFF CEO & Founder, about what patients should know before entering a shared-risk IVF program. “The word ‘refund’ can also sound much simpler than the actual agreement.” Elana encourages patients to understand exactly what is included and excluded, how many retrievals and transfers are covered, what counts as a successful outcome, and which expenses may or may not be refundable. Thank you to Newsweek for highlighting this important conversation around the financial realities of fertility treatment. Read the full article to learn more. ➡️ https://www.newsweek.com/ivf-shared-risk-program-money-refund-cost-12366794

Thank you, Boulder Jewish News! 💙 We’re grateful to Boulder Jewish News for sharing the JFF Research Grant and helping spread the word about this important opportunity. With two $10,000 awards supporting REI fellows conducting original research on infertility among Jewish populations, JFF is investing in research that can deepen understanding and help shape better fertility care for generations to come. Thank you for helping us amplify this work and the importance of advancing infertility research. 🔬💙 Read the full article to learn more and share the opportunity with researchers in your network! ➡️ https://boulderjewishnews.org/2026/jewish-fertility-foundation-launches-research-grant-for-rei-fellows/ Learn more about the JFF Research Grant! ➡️ https://jewishfertilityfoundation.org/jff-research-grant/

"Every single day, creation is renewed." The fertility journey is exhausting. Emotionally, physically, spiritually. Some months feel like an endless cycle of hope and grief. But Jewish tradition reminds us: each day is genuinely new. Not just a figure of speech — a theological commitment. Yesterday's cycle is not today's. Yesterday's treatment is not today's. Today holds something that yesterday didn't. May this prayer help you find the strength to take one more step. 🌿 Full piece by Rabbi @samblustin — ➡️ Link in bio #JewishFertility #IVF #TTC #FertilityJourney #JFF #Hope #JewishWisdom #Renewal

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