Below are some local Jewish agencies and organizations that serve young Jewish families in East Bay.

JCC East Bay  – Berkeley and Oakland. Please click here to be directed to a list of current programs that may appeal to expectant and new families.

Jewish Family and Community Services – JFCS provides the highest quality, research-based social services designed to strengthen individuals, strengthen families, and strengthen community.

PJ Library East Bay  – PJ Library mails free, high quality Jewish children’s literature and music to families on a monthly basis. To sign up for your baby to receive these wonderful gifts, click here.

18 Doors – 18 Doors supports multi-faith families all over the Bay Area interested in exploring Jewish life.

Contemporary Jewish Museum – This treasure of a museum in located in San Francisco and has wonderful programming, including art-making and gallery tours for young families on Sundays.

The Jewish Community Federation – The Jewish Community Federation and Endowment Fund is a philanthropic catalyst, connecting Bay Area Jews – of all ages, backgrounds, and perspectives – to the power we have as a community to improve the world.  The Jewish Baby Network is funded by a generous grant from the Jewish Community Federation.

Edah Afterschool Program – Edah is a full-service Jewish afterschool program that combines the best of recreation, enrichment, and education.

Contra Costa Jewish Day School –Jewish Elementary and Middle School program with an educational approach that engages and inspires students and faculty. CCJDS nourishes students’ intellectual and emotional growth, encouraging each student to find their voice and reach their fullest potential.

Jewish Resource Guide – The Jewish Resource Guide connects you with hundreds of Jewish-focused business, services and organizations, covering the breadth and depth of Jewish life in the greater Bay Area.

Afikomen Judaica–  A Jewish Lifestyle store in the Berkeley. Find everything you need to celebrate Jewish holidays and life cycles. Specialties include friendly service, a welcoming space for all ages, affiliations and orientations, works by local and Israeli artists, Fair Trade Judaica products, a Tallit Boutique, Chuppah Rentals and a Ketubah Gallery. Browse the curated selection of ritual items, holiday items, jewelry, menorahs, seder plates, haggadahs, books, wine, gifts, children’s toys, and so much more.