We are proud to announce Alicia Jacobs as the new Director of Community Engagement. An Emmy-Award winning TV producer with over 20 years of experience in mission-focused work, Jacobs joins JFS to spearhead fundraising initiatives, donor stewardship, and community-wide events.
In her new role, Jacobs will oversee the planning and execution of JFS’s signature fundraising events, manage sponsor relationships, and support the agency’s annual campaigns. Her arrival comes at a pivotal time as JFS continues to expand its reach through the JFS Center for Counseling & Resilience and to serve older adults throughout the Capital Region.
“I’m delighted that Alicia has joined our team to ensure that our events are well-planned and in turn that we can support our partners in their incredible efforts,” said Jane Ginsburg, JFS President & CEO. “Alicia is the perfect addition to our team to help represent JFS and engage our community.”
Jacobs brings a diverse professional background spanning non-profits, healthcare, banking, and sports and entertainment. Most recently, she has been a prominent advocate for regional causes, serving in leadership roles as staff and Board member for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), A Toast ToLife! Co-chair, and as a volunteer campaign manager for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Read Alicia’s full bio here.
“I am excited to join a great team of compassionate individuals at JFS in their mission to enrich the lives of individuals and families from all backgrounds,” said Alicia Jacobs. “I look forward to collaborating with staff, donors, and community partners while making a difference in the lives of others.”
A resident of Clifton Park, Jacobs is an appointed member of the Town’s Open Space, Trails & Riverfront Advisory Committee and has been recognized with the 112th Assembly District 2020 Women of Distinction Award. She holds a Master of Arts in Communications from Western New England University and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from the University at Albany.
About Jewish Family Services of Northeastern New York
Jewish Family Services (JFS) is a community-supported human services agency that provides counseling, promotes independence and aging well, and ensures access to basic needs. By mitigating food and housing insecurity and combating social isolation, JFS remains dedicated to its tagline: Cultivating Resilience for Generations. For more information, visit jfsneny.org.