Elevating the Quality of Mental Health Care Supporting Underserved Communities Strengthening the Global Jewish Community

The Hirsch Legacy Fund supports nonprofit organizations serving communities in Atlanta, as well as Georgia, the U.S., and Israel with projects focusing on mental health, underserved communities, and Jewish causes.

Funding Priorities

Mental Health Initiatives

We support community-oriented pediatric and adolescent mental health initiatives for children and their families. We fund resources and leadership development for mental health professionals.

Underserved Communities

We support programs that deliver convenient, affordable, high-quality social services to individuals and communities that would otherwise lack access.

Global Jewish Community

Our support for the Jewish community is broad and includes a particular focus on children and young adults, mental health, combating antisemitism, and supporting Israel.

Impact Highlights

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Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta Inc.

Wellness microgrants for full-time educators working at K-12 classrooms in Jewish Day Schools in Metro Atlanta.

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Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta

Development of a transdisciplinary program that will treat behavioral impairments in children with complex neuropsychiatric conditions.

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Peaceful Family Fund

In partnership with Jewish Interest Free Loans of Atlanta, the Peaceful Family Fund assists families to afford the treatment of behavioral and psychiatric issues in adolescents.

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Abaco Rescue Fund

Funds facilitated practical, medical, emotional, and spiritual trauma support following the devastation of Hurricane Dorian.

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What Sets Us Apart

Our fund is not just about writing checks; it’s about building relationships with both grantee partners and the larger funding community. We invest in, trust, and support our grantees through single and multi-year gifts. We value collaboration with like-minded funders who want to amplify their impact through partnership.