What they reported doing
- #1 primary $286KFOOD PANTRY - JCCRP FOOD PANTRY PROVIDES FOOD PACKAGES TO RESIDENTS OF THE COMMUNITY.
What they call their work
What they do
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Community Resource Navigation and Support Services 1 activity
- Case Management ServicesProvides case management services to 2,305 families annually, assessing client needs and connecting them to government benefits, utility assistance, legal referrals, and emergency cash grants. Offers specialized support for seniors and general crisis intervention.
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Community-Based Educational Programming 1 activity
- Community Volunteer and Education InitiativesEngages children and classes in volunteering at the food pantry, providing education on food redistribution and the value of chesed (acts of kindness).
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Direct Financial Assistance to Individuals 1 activity
- Emergency and Financial Assistance ProgramsOffers financial assistance including budget planning, debt consolidation guidance, emergency cash grants for rent and utilities, access to relief funds, and support with school supplies, holiday toys, and camp scholarships.
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Tenant Legal Advocacy & Support Services 1 activity
- Housing and Tenant Support ServicesProvides housing assistance including eviction prevention, landlord/tenant mediation, rental assistance referrals, and legal support for tenant rights. Also assists with securing housing as part of broader client advocacy.
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Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 1 activity
- Kosher Food Distribution ProgramDistributes food to 1,200 families monthly through a kosher food program, including a digital platform for online ordering and monthly pickup appointments. Also provides daily emergency food pantry services for individuals in crisis.
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Public Benefits Navigation and Enrollment 1 activity
- Public Benefits Assistance and EnrollmentAssists community members with SNAP, Medicaid, Medicare, HEAP, SCRIE, and DRIE applications, recertification, and issue resolution. Enrolls and educates 1,250 families annually in SNAP and supports 1,100 families annually with health insurance benefits.
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Single Parent Support Services 1 activity
- Success Space for Women ProgramSupports 693 single mothers and their children annually through case management, career counseling, emergency assistance, financial education, and enrichment activities to promote economic independence and personal stability.
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Holocaust Survivor Support Services 1 activity
- Support for Holocaust SurvivorsProvides specialized case management, monthly home visits, food delivery, and benefits advocacy for 250 Holocaust survivors in Far Rockaway, ensuring access to essential services and support.
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Who runs it
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALLISON DEAL | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 35 | $157K |
| RACHEL BRYKS | CFO | 30 | $90K |
- ARI KLAINBERG — SECRETARY
- ELIE MISHAAN — MEMBER
- LOUIS GIBBER — MEMBER
- MORDECHAI DICKER — MEMBER
- RICHARD ALTABE — VICE PRESIDENT
- SCOTT DUNN — PRESIDENT
- YONI DEMBITZER — MEMBER
Who they work with
- BMF Partner — Partner organization supporting JCCRP's programs
- City Harvest Network — JCCRP's kosher food program is a member of City Harvest.
- Claims Conference Partner — Partner organization supporting JCCRP's programs
- Duvys Media Partner — Designed and developed the organization's website.
- Duvys Media Partner — Website development partner
- Duvys Media Partner — Website development partner for JCCRP.
- Food Bank for NYC Network — JCCRP's kosher food program is a member of Food Bank for NYC.
- UJA Partner — Partner organization supporting JCCRP's programs
How they approach the work
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- Client-Choice with Dignity through Digital Accessmethodology: client_choice_modelBy enabling clients to order kosher food via a digital platform and choose their preferred pickup method, we increase accessibility and reduce stigma, because control and privacy in food assistance supports dignity and encourages utilization.
- Empowerment through Self-Advocacy and Case Supportmethodology: client_empowermentBy providing high-touch case management and education on rights and resources, we help vulnerable clients—especially single mothers—achieve stability and independence, because building self-advocacy skills increases long-term resilience and reduces dependency.
- Relational, Values-Driven Service Modelmethodology: values_based_serviceBy integrating Jewish values—such as sanctifying God's name and serving communal needs—with a relational approach that treats clients like family, we foster trust and deepen engagement, because spiritual and emotional commitment strengthens service delivery and client outcomes.