One Fund. Unlimited Impact. Support all your favorite causes and maximize tax benefits with a donor-advised fund (DAF).
Passover with Purpose
Limited-time offer: Open a Donor-Advised Fund and receive a $180 bonus, to grant to the nonprofit of your choice. Valid through April 30, 2026.
“Tzedakah and acts of kindness are equivalent to all the mitzvot (commandments) of the Torah”
Jerusalem Talmud
Since 1906, we’ve empowered Jewish Atlanta to give with purpose. As part of the Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta, our philanthropic experts provide simple, tax-smart ways to support the causes you love – locally, in Israel, and worldwide. Together, we strengthen our community and build a thriving Jewish future.
Thoughtful Givers. Community leaders. Legacy builders.
Who we partner with
Philanthropists
The Atlanta Jewish Foundation works closely with donors and families to turn their values into lasting charitable impact. From Donor-Advised Funds to Legacy Gifts, we offer tax-smart ways to support the causes you love and strengthen Jewish life.
Agencies
With endowment building support, expert investment management, and specialized solutions (stock donations, illiquid gifts, etc.) we help local Jewish organizations grow their mission and secure their financial future.
Advisors
We partner with financial advisors to offer clients tax-efficient giving vehicles through a uniquely Jewish lens. Through ACAN, we provide opportunities for advisors to hone their charitable planning skills, grow their network, and make an impact.
Mission
The focus of the Atlanta Jewish Foundation is to support the Jewish community and the causes that matter most to you with care, intelligent planning, and world class financial expertise.
What We Do
With 40+ years of experience, families and philanthropists consistently turn to the Atlanta Jewish Foundation for full-service, expert handling of their charitable investments.
How We Work with Federation
As part of the Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta, we provide deep community insight, best-in-class philanthropic expertise, and personalized support tailored to you and your family.
FY 2025 Impact
$
54M
Granted to 1,316 charities in Atlanta, Israel, and worldwide
78
%
Jewish Causes
22% Non-Jewish Causes
22% Non-Jewish Causes
$
437M
In assets under management
Edward Kahn, Executive Director, Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta (1928)
120 Years of Jewish Generosity
1906
The Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta (originally known as the Federation of Jewish Charities) is founded.
1984
The Federation’s Planned Giving & Endowment Committee begins offering donor-advised funds, and grows into the Atlanta Jewish Foundation — the region’s trusted resource for Jewish philanthropy.
2026
The Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta and Atlanta Jewish Foundation work hand in hand to help those in need and ensure the financial stability and vibrant future of our community.
We believe that Jewish giving should be...
- Simple
- Strategic
- Secure
- Sacred
What Matters to You
Behind each gift there is a story of hope, kindness, and generosity.
Our Shared Impact
Fiscal Year 2025 Report
$
54M
Donated to 1,316 nonprofits in Atlanta, Israel, and worldwide
78
%
of grants supported Jewish causes
$
457M
In assets under management
Behind each number is a story of hope, kindness, and generosity.
What Our Community is Saying
“For me, philanthropy is not just how you give. It’s how you live. It’s about expressing yourself. Making your voice heard. It’s the things you care about, and the passions that you choose to support. Philanthropy is a way of life.”
Candy Berman
“We’ve had a donor-advised fund at the Atlanta Jewish Foundation for over 15 years… There aren’t many things in life that are a no brainer – this is a no brainer. We can trust the professionals at the Foundation, and it just works. It’s very effective.”
Billy Medof
“Our family is so pleased to work closely with the Atlanta Jewish Foundation. It provides us with the benefit of their philanthropic expertise and strengthens our connections with Federation, Israel, and the Atlanta Jewish community.”
Robyn & Doug Ross
“With the help of the wonderful staff at the Atlanta Jewish Foundation, I opened my grandchildren a donor-advised fund and they gave to important Jewish causes. I hope to continue that legacy forever.”
