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Since 1912, the JCC of Greater New Haven has served the Greater New Haven community by providing a wide array of affordable services ranging from childcare, early childhood education, to youth and senior activities for individuals and families of all faiths, cultures, ages and abilities. The JCC’s mission is to enhance lives and build community through responsive, inclusive and engaging programming and services. We are a welcoming home for all, supporting individuals and families by helping them overcome barriers while providing a full service community facility designed to promote the development of the whole person – mind, body and spirit.
1. Maintain program capacity after several years of major growth in membership and community participation. Over the past year, the JCC saw a 9% increase in membership (with over 2100 household units now enrolled) and a 39% rise in building usage (over 1600 visits per day) compared to last year. 2. Hire an Inclusion Director. The Inclusion Director will spearhead the development of innovative programs and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, while also enhancing existing offerings. Additionally, the Director will ensure that the principles of inclusion are integrated into all JCC programming. The need for an Inclusion Director stems from the growing demand in our community for specialized programs and services that cater to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, ensuring they have equal opportunities for personal and professional development. Without a dedicated leader, our efforts to integrate inclusive principles across all JCC programming would lack the coordination and expertise necessary to create meaningful and lasting impact. $100,000. 3. Expand Work Training Program to Include Culinary Arts. In May 2023, we opened Cafe J, a “cafe with a cause” that creates an inclusive and supportive environment where community members can enjoy delicious coffee and kosher food while fostering growth, learning, and independence for neurodivergent individuals. Building on that success, our Culinary Arts Training Program will equip individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities with essential kitchen and food preparation skills. The program will offer two cohorts: one focused on employability in commercial food settings and another on life skills around food preparation and nutrition. There is a critical need to provide individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities with practical skills that enhance their employability and independence. The culinary field offers a wide range of job opportunities and life skills that are essential for personal growth and self-sufficiency as well. By expanding our work training program to include culinary arts, we can build on the proven success of Café J and address the employment gap faced by this community. Equipping participants with kitchen and food preparation skills not only opens doors to commercial employment but also promotes healthier, independent living. $50,000.
In response to the extraordinary community need for childcare spaces, we have expanded our childcare services to accommodate 120 children across 12 classrooms, with an additional 48 children on our waitlist. JCC Day Camps have successfully enrolled 345 children across two four-week sessions for the summer of 2024. We have also broadened our services to support over 100 adults and children with developmental and cognitive disabilities. Our offerings now include adaptive summer camps, swim and recreation programs, social groups, and internship opportunities. Furthermore, our aquatics programming has been expanded to teach 300 children per week an essential life skill: swimming. To connect new and expecting families with vital resources and services within our community, we developed the Expecting Expo, held in conjunction with our annual Touch-a-Truck event. This community showcase attracted over 1,000 attendees who benefited from educational opportunities, one-on-one sessions with healthcare professionals, car seat safety checks, and more. Cafe J has successfully trained 30 interns with developmental and social disabilities, focusing on employability and independent living skills. This critical program aims to reduce the employment gap for individuals with disabilities while promoting independent living. To date, it has provided over 3,500 hours of vocational training, with five interns progressing to paid employment.
Thirty years ago, when my husband and I moved back to Connecticut, I was a young, new mother and knew no one in the area. I asked him where to go to connect with community. His family had roots in New Haven for generations and I recall his grandmother telling us stories of what it was like to have horses and carriages on the New Haven green. No surprise, we went to the JCC! We enrolled our son in the early childhood program where he made friends and so did I. Having our baby in a safe and enriching environment gave me the freedom and comfort to go back to work. While spending time at the center, I made friends from all the corners of the greater New Haven community. As our family grew, we all participated in the many offerings of the JCC from basketball to swimming to summer camp to teen programming. Now, many years later, as I became the CEO of the Jewish Federation which includes the JCC, I marvel at how this place has flourished into a vibrant, warm and inclusive space where people of all faiths, cultures, ages and abilities engage together with joy. I walk the hallways and see people everywhere, talking together, learning together, playing together. Outside, I can hear the exuberance of the kids at camp, knowing that they are having a wonderful camp experience and making friends to last a lifetime. Before camp, the counselors are busy readying themselves for another exciting day, knowing they are making a difference for every child in their care. It is truly an amazing place. In a post pandemic world, we have seen our membership grow exponentially as individuals and families have sought to reconnect with others in an affordable, warm and welcoming environment. Café J opened in May 2023 and has been an inspiration, providing a unique opportunity for over 30 interns to learn food service skills and interact with the general community. Five of our interns have gone on to paid employment! But there is still more to do. Our goal is to expand the services and programs for adults with disabilities through the development of a culinary arts program where they will learn employable and independent living skills. This is but one of the programs we provide to respond to the needs of the Greater New Haven community. We want to expand our fitness programs, our childcare services, our collaboration with other nonprofits and so much more. We want to continue to focus on being the place where community happens, where individuals and families can gather, connect, strive and thrive. We hope you will join us as we continue to help our community develop in mind, body and spirit!
Often we hear political parties talking about being a “big tent” or a place where all ideas and backgrounds are welcome. At the JCC, we strive to be that communal big tent, based on Jewish values, including all segments of our local community. At the JCC, community is literally our middle name. Providing that place where every person can actualize who they are is our mission. We achieve our goal through our programs and services that benefit our community members. We are also proud of our community partnerships which allow us to expand the breadth and depth of our services. Whether it is our day camp and childcare programs or our Wellness and Recreation programs people of all backgrounds and abilities are included in our big tent. We look forward to expanding our efforts to reach more people in our community. David Sirowich, JCC President
Areas Served |
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Greater New Haven |
Cities and Towns served in order of most served to least (minimum of 10 individuals) New Haven, Woodbridge, Hamden, Bethany, Orange, West Haven, Milford, Seymour, Ansonia, North Haven, Beacon Falls, Cheshire, Oxford, Derby, East Haven, Shelton, Prospect, Branford, Stratford, Trumbull, Naugatuck, Waterbury, Wallingford, Guilford, Bridgeport, Meriden.
Café J is the café that sits in the center of our facility serving 125 people on a daily basis. The purpose of the café is to provide employment, training and socialization opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. There is a qualified and trained supervisor for all shifts whose role is to support the interns in their work serving customers. Training is provided by a qualified, experienced professional utilizing best practices to help our participants succeed. Through daily interactions at Café J and various internship opportunities, our interns have helped demystify disabilities and foster a more inclusive community. With over 2,300 volunteer hours logged by 38 volunteers, our programs promote mutual understanding and respect. | |
Example of Program Success | Over 125 people are served daily at Café J 30 individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities were employed or trained in Cafe J during 2023-24, and three received additional worksite training in other departments through our partnership with Chapel Haven Schleifer Center’s Partnership for Achievement through Vocational Experiences (PAVE) program Cafe J also engaged 38 volunteers in direct mentorship roles alongside our interns this year, logging over 2300 volunteer hours cumulative The relationship between the JCC and Chapel Haven Schleifer Center (CHSC) continued to grow to the benefit of local adults with developmental disabilities. CHSC is an organization, which provides lifelong individualized services for people with developmental and social disabilities, empowering them to live independent and self-determined lives. 63 CHSC students are full members of the JCC due to an agreement between the organizations. The JCC is the host for joint recreation programs between the two organizations, in addition to conducting practices for Special Olympics athletes. Gillian, one of our PAVE interns in the Marketing Department, never saw herself as much of a writer. In fact, “I hated writing in school,” she confesses. “It was my least favorite subject.” Her parents agree, emphasizing that “writing was always a struggle for Gillian.” Which may be why they were so surprised and impressed when Gillian wrote a 3-page, personal reflection on living with cerebral palsy that ran as a featured article in our community newspaper, Shalom New Haven. Over the course of her nine months with us, Gillian gained experience and confidence in her writing abilities by conducting interviews with her Chapel Haven peers, ultimately getting the chance to do the same for her own story. Now she says, “I think I’m ready to write a book!” |
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The Beverly Levy Early Learning Center serves children from ages 3 months through Kindergarten. The high quality programs offer supportive and nurturing environments that promote children's social, emotional, physical and cognitive development. The child-emergent curriculum encourages experimentation, problem solving, logical thinking and cooperative learning, as well as assimilation of values, development of social skills, and positive self-concept. Children explore, create and build in an enriched and stimulating learning environment. Beverly Levy Early Learning Center is licensed by the State of Connecticut. We welcome children and families from every religious and cultural background and celebrate diversity. In an effort to reduce financial barriers to early childhood education and care, we offer need-based financial aid for all who qualify. | |
Example of Program Success | 120 children enrolled for the 2023-24 school year 18 families still on 2023-24 waitlist and already have 30 families on the waitlist for 2024-25 (across all age brackets). Expanded to 12 classrooms across infant-toddler and preschool/pre-K, ages 3 months to 5 years, in response to extraordinary community need for childcare spaces 60 students receive swim lessons as part of their program |
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For 8 weeks every summer, our day camp provides opportunities for 345 young people aged 5-15 from all across New Haven county and beyond. We are committed to inclusive education, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to learn and grow in a supportive environment. Campers spend happy days outside on our 54-acre campus, enjoying swimming lessons, physical activities, arts and crafts, cultural programming, and making friends that last a lifetime. During school vacations and snow days, our year-round camp staff provide an engaging “vacation camp” opportunity for children to spend the day together at the JCC, allowing parents to go to work knowing their children are safe and happy. | |
Example of Program Success | Once again, during the summer of 2024 the JCC Day Camps enrolled 345 campers from 28 zip codes across Greater New Haven. While we were able accommodate nearly every request, there are still waiting lists for some camp age groups. The camp employs 80 camp staff members, many of them young adults for whom this is a first work experience. The composition of camp staff mirrors the diverse backgrounds of our campers. We are proud of our reputation as a camp that brings together campers and staff from all over the community to learn and grow together. Additionally, we operated an adaptive camp program for children with developmental disabilities for one week and plan to run it next summer for 8 weeks. |
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Teaching a child how to swim is an important parental obligation according to Jewish tradition. Providing this opportunity for our entire community starts at the Marcia & Stanley Reiter Swimming Pool. The JCC provides opportunities to learn to swim, from an infant’s first water experience through private or group lessons and stretching to our Blue Marlins swim team. Adults swim laps, water walk and aqua exercise are available daily. The Aquatics Department mix casual, fun family time with practical skill building that can save a life and also spark a life-long exercise pursuit and sometimes even a profession! | |
Example of Program Success | Kay has been a friendly face at the JCC for over 9 years now. She spent six amazing summers at JCC Day Camps. She learned to swim here at the JCC as a child. For the last three years she has been a swim instructor. When asked what she loves about giving back to the community Kay says, “Every time a kid finally nails a skill they've been struggling with, it makes me so happy and they are always so excited. Whether it's finally diving head first or jumping without help, it's always awesome! I LOVE being able to give back to the program that taught me how to swim. I think everyone should know how to swim, at least a little bit. Being able to help with that makes me super happy." |
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With over 1,600 visits to the JCC each day, our wellness and recreation programs are a place where community meets health. We offer a variety of activities, including fitness classes, nutrition, age & stage related exercise, and sports leagues, designed to promote physical well-being and community engagement. The JCC takes an “all ages” approach to wellness, planning programs that help people lead healthier lives at every age. Each month 4,000 visits come from senior adults seeking a place to get and stay healthy to extend their independent living. In addition community partners like the Institute for Learning in Retirement allow us to offer enrichment classes that challenge the mind. Young adults and teens learn how to strengthen their bodies for better health and for friendly competition in our sports leagues. Children learn important movement skills and the value of teamwork in our recreation classes designed to launch healthy habits. | |
Example of Program Success | Debbie, a 70 year old, JCC member has found fellowship and practical help dealing with a long-term illness. “My husband and I joined the JCC when I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease as exercise is crucial to slowing the progress of the disease. This year the JCC launched the Parkinson’s Support Group which has helped me even more. The JCC and its staff are so supportive. I love the JCC.” |
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CEO First Name | CEO Last Name | CEO Email |
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Gayle | Slossberg | gslossberg@jewishnewhaven.org |
Number of Full-Time Staff | 110 |
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Number of Part-Time Staff | 194 |
Number of Volunteers | 16 |
Number of Contract Staff | 2 |
American Indian or Alaskan Native | 0 |
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Asian | 6 |
Black or African American | 28 |
Middle Eastern or North African | 0 |
Mixed | 5 |
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander | 0 |
White | 204 |
Other | 14 |
Choose Not to Answer | 46 |
Hispanic or Latino/a/x | 14 |
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Not Hispanic or Latino/a/x | 244 |
Choose Not to Answer | 46 |
Male | 101 |
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Female | 203 |
I am: (Fill In Below) | N/A |
Choose Not to Answer | 0 |
Board Chair First Name | Board Chair Last Name | Board Chair Email Address | Board Chair Term Start Date | Board Chair Term End Date |
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Gerald | Barker | president@jewishnewhaven.org | September 22, 2022 | September 1, 2024 |
Board Member First Name | Board Member Last Name | Board Member Affiliation |
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Josef | Adler | Honorary Trustee |
Rabbi Michael | Farbman | Chaplain, Yale Cancer Center |
Gerald | Garcia | Financial Consultant, Entrepreneur, former New Haven Alder |
Stephanie | Green | Physician, Yale Pathology |
Alvin | Greenberg | Physician, neurosurgeon |
David | Hass | Gastroenterologist, physician, founding partner |
Donald | Hendel | Attorney |
Betsy | Hoos | Business Manager, Brush and Floss Dental Center |
Joel | Karp | Attorney |
Matthew | Nemerson | VP, Strategic Partnerships. |
Norman | Ravski | Physician, OBGYN |
Marcia | Reiter | Honorary Trustee |
Carol | Robbins | Community member |
Stephen | Saltzman | Attorney |
David | Schaefer | Attorney |
Dena | Schulman-Green | Associate Professor/Director NYU |
Dana | Schwartz | Associate, Advanced Radiology Consultant |
H. William | Shure | Attorney, Pullman & Comely LLC |
Craig | Sklar | Doctor, Ophthalmology |
Mark | Sklarz | Attorney, Green & Sklarz LLC |
Jeffrey | Sklarz | Attorney, Green & Sklarz LLC |
Judy | Skolnick | Event planner |
Abi | Vail | Griffin Hospital |
Stephanie | Wain | Physician, pathology |
Milton | Wallack | Dentist (private practice) |
Evan | Wyner | Colliers NYC |
Leslie | Zackin | Attorney, Practice of Donald S. Hendel LLC |
Nancy | Cohen | Community member |
Jody | Ellant | Attorney, Executive VP & General Counsel, Rome Fasteners |
Jeffrey | Hoos | Dentist/Founder, Brush & Floss Dental Center |
Hap | Perkins | President & CEO, Unicorr Manufacturing |
Linda | Bell | Nutritionist, Yale New Haven Health |
Sami | Merit | APRN, Yale New Haven |
Paul | Portnoy | Banking/Finance, Milford Bank |
Cindy | Leffell | Therapist, New Haven |
Emily | Sandberg | Director of Administration, Wellspring Consulting |
Scott | Hurwitz | Attorney |
David | Sirowich | Principal, PBIRx |
Marci | Levin | President, West Hartford Lock |
Jay | Sokolow | Physician, radiology |
Randy | Harrison | CPA/Partner, Marcum |
Dalia | Coleman | Realtor, Coldwell Banker |
Harvey | Bixon | Consultant, Sims Metal Management |
Ina | Silverman | Attorney, Former New Haven Alder |
Jonathan | Blessing | CEO, Door 3 |
Ken | Sandberg | VP, Whitney Center |
Ken | Buckman | Engineer, Sikorsky |
Marvin | Lender | -- |
Steven | Fleischman | Physician, Sound Obstetrics & Gynecology |
Betsy | Schulman | Clinical Research, Yale University |
Betsy | Flaherty | Attorney |
Jay | Dworkin | Dentist, Dworkin PC |
Gayle | Slossberg | Former State Senator; Attorney; Former Chief Compliance + Integrity Officer, Yale New Haven Health, current CEO |
Gerald | Barker | President, Barker Specialty |
Current List of Board Members as of | September 7, 2023 |
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American Indian or Alaskan Native | 0 |
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Asian | 0 |
Black or African American | 0 |
Middle Eastern or North African | 0 |
Mixed | 0 |
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander | 0 |
Other | 0 |
White | 0 |
Choose Not to Answer | 54 |
Hispanic or Latino/a/x | 0 |
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Not Hispanic or Latino/a/x | 0 |
Choose Not to Answer | 54 |
Male | 33 |
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Female | 21 |
I am: (Fill In Below) | N/A |
Choose Not to Answer | 0 |
Additional Comments (Optional) |
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Fiscal Year Start Date | Fiscal Year End Date | Projected Revenue | Projected Expenses |
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September 1, 2023 | August 31, 2024 | $9,541,019 | $10,399,271 |
Fiscal Year | 2022 | 2021 |
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Total Revenue | $10,257,774 | $7,343,310 |
Total Expenses | $8,285,057 | $6,923,198 |
Financial Statements | Download |
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Financial Documentation Year | 2023 |
Financial Documentation Type | Year End Financial Statement (unaudited) |
Financial Statements | Download |
Financial Documentation Year | 2022 |
Financial Documentation Type | Audited Financial Statements |
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The JCC of Greater New Haven is a subsidiary of the Jewish Federation for Greater New Haven (JFGNH).
Federal EIN Number | 06-0647025 |
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Organization's type of tax exempt status | public charity |
Website | http://www.jccnh.org |
http://facebook.com/JewishFederationofGNH | |
http://twitter.com/JewishNewHaven |
Since 1912, the JCC of Greater New Haven has served the Greater New Haven community by providing a wide array of affordable services ranging from childcare, early childhood education, to youth and senior activities for individuals and families of all faiths, cultures, ages and abilities.
The JCC’s mission is to enhance lives and build community through responsive, inclusive and engaging programming and services. We are a welcoming home for all, supporting individuals and families by helping them overcome barriers while providing a full service community facility designed to promote the development of the whole person – mind, body and spirit.
Located at the heart of New Haven County, the JCC is a vibrant hub that reflects the diversity of the greater New Haven community. Our facilities include a state of the art fitness center, swimming pools, cultural arts spaces, meeting spaces available to community partner nonprofits, the inclusive Café J and youth day camps, all aimed at enriching the lives of our members and the broader community.
360 Amity Road
Woodbridge, CT 06525
Gayle Slossberg
gslossberg@jewishnewhaven.org
Phone: (203) 387-2424
http://www.jccnh.org
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