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JEWISH COMMUNITY COUNCIL OF THE ROCKAWAY PENINSULA INC C/O RACHEL BRYKS

FAR ROCKAWAY, NY · EIN 112425813 · Form 990 · FY2024 · Medium ($1M-$10M) · jccrp.org
revenue
$1.6M
expenses
$1.5M
net assets
$992K
employees
20
volunteers
2,360
program ratio
81%
mission · from form 990

THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES SOCIAL AND NEIGHBORHOOD PRESERVATION SERVICES ON A NON-SECTARIAN BASIS TO THOSE IN NEED AND ADVOCATES FOR ISSUES OF CONCERN TO THE COMMUNITY.

profile · synthesized from sources

Jewish Community Council of the Rockaway Peninsula (JCCRP) provides comprehensive social services to low-income and vulnerable populations in Far Rockaway, the Five Towns, and neighboring communities. Founded in 1972, the organization offers case management, food assistance, health insurance enrollment, housing support, and specialized programs for Holocaust survivors and single mothers. All services are provided free of charge with a focus on dignity, advocacy, and long-term stability.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $286K
    FOOD PANTRY - JCCRP FOOD PANTRY PROVIDES FOOD PACKAGES TO RESIDENTS OF THE COMMUNITY.
named programs · 9 · from sources

What they call their work

Case Management
Comprehensive social work services including assistance with government benefits, HEAP, SNAP, utility assistance, and legal referrals
Financial Assistance Programs
Offers budget planning, debt consolidation advice, back-to-school supplies, Chanukah toy drive, camp scholarships, and relief fund applications
Health Insurance Counseling
Provides guidance on Medicare and Medicaid enrollment, plan selection, appeals, and access to cost-saving programs like Extra Help and EPIC
Holocaust Survivor Services
Provides case management, home visits, food delivery, crisis intervention, and benefit advocacy for Holocaust survivors
Housing Assistance
Offers landlord/tenant mediation, eviction prevention, rental assistance referrals, legal advice, and guidance on NYC rental subsidy programs
Kosher Food Program
Digital kosher food pantry allowing clients to order food online and pick up monthly; includes emergency food pantry and holiday distributions; serves over 1,200 families monthly
SNAP Enrollment
Assists clients with SNAP eligibility screening, application, recertification, and advocacy for benefit issues
Senior Case Management
Specialized support for seniors including Medicaid applications, Social Security guidance, transportation assistance, and appeals support
Success Space for Women
Supports single mothers with case management, emergency assistance, life coaching, career counseling, camp scholarships, and personalized food shopping
activities · 8 groups

What they do

  • Community Resource Navigation and Support Services 1 activity
    • Case Management Services
      Provides 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.
  • Community-Based Educational Programming 1 activity
    • Community Volunteer and Education Initiatives
      Engages children and classes in volunteering at the food pantry, providing education on food redistribution and the value of chesed (acts of kindness).
  • Direct Financial Assistance to Individuals 1 activity
    • Emergency and Financial Assistance Programs
      Offers 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.
  • Tenant Legal Advocacy & Support Services 1 activity
    • Housing and Tenant Support Services
      Provides 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.
  • Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 1 activity
    • Kosher Food Distribution Program
      Distributes 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.
  • Public Benefits Navigation and Enrollment 1 activity
    • Public Benefits Assistance and Enrollment
      Assists 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.
  • Single Parent Support Services 1 activity
    • Success Space for Women Program
      Supports 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.
  • Holocaust Survivor Support Services 1 activity
    • Support for Holocaust Survivors
      Provides 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.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.55M
Contributions & grants$1.55M100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$3K0%
Other revenue$2K
expenses
Total expenses$1.52M
Program expenses81%
Admin / overhead18%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$972K
Grants paid out$125K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.22M
Cash$356K
Investments$0
Liabilities$228K
Net assets$992K
Liquid reserves2.8 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +6.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 2
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
ALLISON DEAL EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 35 $157K
RACHEL BRYKS CFO 30 $90K
board members · 7
  • ARI KLAINBERG — SECRETARY
  • ELIE MISHAAN — MEMBER
  • LOUIS GIBBER — MEMBER
  • MORDECHAI DICKER — MEMBER
  • RICHARD ALTABE — VICE PRESIDENT
  • SCOTT DUNN — PRESIDENT
  • YONI DEMBITZER — MEMBER
relationships · 8

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
strategies · 3

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Client-Choice with Dignity through Digital Access
    methodology: client_choice_model
    By 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 Support
    methodology: client_empowerment
    By 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 Model
    methodology: values_based_service
    By 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.