OUR MISSION
The Jewish Fertility Foundation (JFF) provides financial assistance, educational awareness, and emotional support to those who have medical infertility. JFF is the only organization in the world providing such comprehensive services and on a local level. JFF is culling new pathways to combat the stigma and shame of infertility. JFF aims to help any person experiencing infertility (regardless of religious background) feel supported and less isolated throughout their fertility journey.
SERVICES PROVIDED
Our programs are free and open to anyone regardless of religious background.
- FUNDING JFF offers grants ranging from $1,000 - $15,000 toward in vitro fertilization (IVF) and intrauterine insemination (IUI). The average cost of IVF nationally is approximately $20,000 per cycle and out of reach for many people.
- Emotional Support - “Fertility Buddies” matches veterans with clients in peer-to-peer support, monthly in-person support groups led by infertility therapists, and online support.
- Education - JFF trains community medical professionals through infertility sensitivity trainings and JFF is dedicated to shifting the understanding of infertility.
AT WORK
The Need: Infertility can be isolating, and to those who lack the financial means to obtain necessary treatments often describe feelings of helplessness or even despair.
- Track Record
- 36 fertility grants valued at $375,000 in grants, loans, and clinic discounts
- 40 JFF babies born to those receiving emotional and/or financial support
- 22 babies on the way
- 500 community leaders and fertility clinic staff trained
- 95 current Fertility Buddies
- 400 clients helped through monthly support groups
TESTIMONIAL
Yael and Brian Tranter, 10/18/2017
When we discovered that we had infertility issues, it was truly devastating. We never imagined that we would have complications having children. We already had many ideas and plans for how we would raise our children and had such high hopes. We thought we could fix the problem by changing our lifestyle, diet, exercise routine, etc. Although all those changes were positive for our lives, it did not bring us children. As time passed, we accepted that we needed professional assistance from an infertility specialist. We held out hope that a IUI or two would do the trick, but unfortunately, they did not bear fruit. We realized that we may need to take it to the next step with an IVF, which was financially challenging for us.
We were lucky to find a JFF flyer in a coffee shop and made the call. We were received warmly by Elana and company and we did not feel alone anymore. JFF provided us with a generous grant and a wealth of resources and support. JFF gave us renewed hope and confidence that we will achieve our hopes to have a family. We are forever in their debt. We are looking forward to being a JFF success story in the near future.
Testimonials of JFF Support Groups
May 12, 2020 “At the beginning of my infertility journey I felt completely isolated and alone. I didn't know anyone who had ever been through infertility, and I didn't know how to talk about it. All that changed when a friend put me in touch with JFF. Attending their support groups helped me to work through my emotions and hear how others had discussed infertility with friends and family. More importantly, I no longer felt like I was the only one dealing with this physical and emotional struggle. My feelings were validated when others felt the same way. It was amazing to celebrate with new friends when they had successful treatments. I found that I looked forward to the next support group and the updates I would hear from my new friends. I was also relieved that they found a way to continue the support groups virtually when in-person contact was not possible. The education and events JFF provides have also helped my husband and me as we discuss treatment plans and doctors. The yoga events gave me tools to help with the mental trauma of infertility. The fertility buddy program added another layer to the support and allowed me to have one on one conversations with people who have successfully navigated infertility. I am so grateful for the variety of support I have been provided by JFF. It truly made infertility bearable and gives me hope for future celebrations.” -AF |
May 12, 2020 “I am so glad I joined the JFF support group for infertility. Prior to these calls, I felt I was alone as I didn’t know anyone struggling with the same issues I have. All the ladies on these calls have been through or are going through exactly what I am going through! I finally found people I can talk to about my journey without having to censor myself! It has taken a weight off my shoulders knowing I am not alone by sharing my experience, especially during these uncertain times. I am looking forward to when I can finally meet these ladies in person and continue to support them as they have been supporting me unconditionally.” -RJ |
May 18, 2020 “When I started my IVF journey, I knew I would need help. As a cancer survivor, the most powerful and restorative experience that carried me through treatment and recovery was the opportunity to sit across from someone who was also dealing with a cancer diagnosis. None of us can be defined by one of our identities, but there is a comfort and a release of stress when we can be with others that understand one of our identities or life experiences. My IVF experience does not define my life, but it is a major part of my life. Sitting down with others going through the same treatments, facing the same uncertainties, and dealing with the same frustrations is a priceless gift. I am so very grateful to JFF for providing support groups for those experiencing infertility. I feel more supported and less alone since I started attending a JFF support group. I was nervous before attending my first support group. I am not Jewish, and I wondered if I would feel welcome. The facilitators and my fellow attendees were incredibly welcoming. I immediately felt at peace. I've noticed that I feel lighter, less weighed down after attending a support group meeting even if I cried my way through the meeting. When I have an experience that is frustrating at my doctor's office, or when I feel silenced or less valuable because I do not yet have children, I can go to my support group friends just in my imagination. I know they would understand my experience, and that gives me comfort. IVF is a very isolating experience. My partner is wonderfully supportive, but he is not having to inject himself every day, he does not have to be at every appointment and experience the fear of "is today the day my Dr. is going to tell me that I cannot have children?" The women in my support group do understand those experiences. I cannot thank JFF enough for the work they do. I will be grateful to them for the rest of my life regardless of whether or not I am able to give birth to a child.” |
For more testimonials or information, please visit our website or contact us.
Jewish Fertility Foundation
60 Lenox Pointe NE, Atlanta, GA 30324
(678) 744-7018
