Jewish Family & Career Services announces Gabrielle Stearns as its new Chief Development Officer. Stearns has dedicated her career to driving philanthropic dollars to organizations that improve the health and quality-of-life of those most in need.

“I am proud to serve JF&CS and their vital work to empower and improve the lives of so many in the Atlanta community,” she said.

Stearns brings 12 years of principal and major gift experience to JF&CS. She began her career as a major gift officer raising funds for pediatric oncology child life programs at the University of Chicago.  She continued her efforts to address the needs of the most vulnerable at NYU Langone Medical Center, where she partnered with philanthropic leaders and members of the board to support child life programs.  In 2013, Stearns served at the Emory Woodruff Health Sciences, raising crucial funds for JScreen and the Jane Fonda Center, among other notable programs.  

Stearns was attracted to Jewish Family & Career Services because of its compassionate care and service of individuals and families. She looks forward to helping JF&CS expand funding sources to reach more families and help them continue their journeys toward a better quality of life and increased self-sufficiency

“Gabie brings to JF&CS experience in resource development, management, stewardship, annual giving, planned giving and endowments. Her expertise will enable JF&CS to generate the resources needed to support its mission and it’s continued growth and impact,” said JF&CS CEO, Rick Aranson.