irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $2.01MJEWISH LEARNING EXPERIENCES FOR AGES PRE K - 12TH GRADE AND ADULTS: INSPIRED BY TRADITION AND ROOTED IN JEWISH VALUES, JCP OFFERS JOYFUL AND MEANINGFUL JEWISH EXPERIENCES THAT CELEBRATE THE UNIQUE LEARNING PATH OF EVERY INDIVIDUAL IN THE CONTEXT OF COMMUNITY.
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Adult Learning
Offers programs such as Women’s Torah Study, Foundations of Judaism, and Grandparent Reading Group for adults
B’nai Mitzvah Program
Prepares 6th, 7th, and 8th grade learners for B’nai Mitzvah ceremonies through group and individualized learning with Rabbi Deena
Early Childhood Center (ECC)
Preschool and toddler programs for children ages 2–5.5 years, including Babies & Blessings and JCPlay classes for younger children
Hebrew School Project (HSP)
Experiential after-school Jewish education for learners in grades Pre-K to 12, including Hebrew language, culture, history, and identity
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Jewish Religious Education and Outreach 4 activities
- Adult and Family Jewish Learning ProgramsOffers adult learning opportunities such as Women’s Torah Study, Foundations of Judaism, and a Grandparent Reading Group, alongside family-focused programs to explore Jewish culture and identity.
- Hebrew School and B'nai Mitzvah PreparationRuns the Hebrew School Project, an after-school Jewish education program for Pre-K to 12th grade, including a B'nai Mitzvah Program that prepares 6th–8th grade students through group and individualized learning.
- Inclusive Jewish Programming for Diverse FamiliesProvides educational and religious programming designed to be inclusive of interfaith families, culturally curious individuals, and those with traditional observance practices.
- Membership Benefits for Religious and Educational EventsOffers members discounted or free access to religious services, educational programs, and lifecycle events; requires membership for families enrolling in the Early Childhood Center and Hebrew School as of July 2024.
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Jewish Holiday and Shabbat Community Events 2 activities
- Community Hub for Young Jewish AdultsProvides programming and events specifically designed to connect Jewish adults ages 25 to 40 in Lower Manhattan, fostering community engagement and belonging.
- Religious Services and Holiday CelebrationsHosts weekly Friday evening Shabbat services and seasonal holiday celebrations, along with community gatherings, as part of its religious and cultural programming.
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Early Childhood Education & Development Programs 1 activity
- Early Childhood Education ProgramOperates an Early Childhood Center offering preschool for children ages 2–5.5 years, a Bridge program for children 21 months–2.2 years, and classes for babies and toddlers including JCPlay and Babies & Blessings focusing on music, movement, and classroom introduction.
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Event Venue Rental Services 1 activity
- Facility and Equipment RentalsOffers rental spaces including a 575 sq ft lobby, a 750 sq ft multipurpose room with a climbing wall, eight classrooms, and equipment such as chairs, tables, TVs, and sound systems for community and private use.
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Community Resource Navigation and Support Services 1 activity
- Support Services and Community ResourcesProvides curated resources for community members, including guidance for parents discussing current events with children and support for families during illness, such as soup and tea deliveries during the pandemic.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$6.52M
Contributions & grants$2.30M35%
Program service revenue$4.17M64%
Investment income$42K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$6.52M
Program expenses82%
Admin / overhead10%
Fundraising7%
Salaries & benefits$4.41M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$5.07M
Cash$684K
Investments$2.53M
Liabilities$3.05M
Net assets$2.02M
Liquid reserves5.9 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -15.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 7
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| DEENA SILVERSTONE | RABBI | 60 | $237K |
| PETER RETZLAFF | Executive Dir. | 55 | $218K |
| Rachel Mintz | Presch. Dir | 45 | $159K |
| Jeffrey Alton | DIR OF FINANCE | 50 | $146K |
| DENISE KOHN | PRESCH.ASS.DIR | 40 | $118K |
| Bonnie Weberman | Teacher | 50 | $113K |
| Kelly Ed | Facilities Dir. | 40 | $112K |
board members · 18
- Andrew Cohen — Trustee
- Andrew Schleimer — Trustee
- Erica Marks — Trustee
- Jared Friedberg — Treasurer
- Jeff Ross — VP Legal
- Jordan Sasson — Trustee
- Joshua Banschick — Trustee
- Laurel Dugan — Trustee
- Lindsay Roth — Trustee
- Liz Rosenberg — Trustee
- Manda Greenblatt — Trustee
- Margrit Wiesendanger — Trustee
- Matthew Levine — Trustee
- Megan Newman — Trustee
- Nikki Hertzberg — Trustee
- Rachel Strocko — Trustee
- Rachel Yedid — Trustee
- Rachel Ziff — Co-President
relationships · 5
Who they work with
- Hebrew School Project Partner — Collaborates on delivering Hebrew school programming for children and b'nai mitzvah preparation.
- JCP Downtown Partner — Operates the Hebrew School Project as its after-school Jewish education program.
- Rabbi Deena Partner — Officiates life cycle events and provides religious instruction for JCP families.
- Rachel Mintz Partner — Director of the Early Childhood Center, leading educational programming and staff.
- Rachel Mintz Partner — Serves as ECC Director and provides leadership in early childhood education.
strategies · 4
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.
- Experiential Learning as Engagement Enginemethodology: experiential_learningBy using hands-on, multi-sensory methods like art, storytelling, games, and food, we increase engagement in Jewish education because experiential learning makes cultural and religious content accessible, memorable, and personally meaningful.
- Family-Partnership Model for Holistic Child Developmentmethodology: family-partnershipBy partnering with families to align home and school environments, we strengthen child development outcomes because consistent, trust-based relationships across settings deepen learning and emotional security.
- Pay-What-You-Can as Financial Inclusion Strategymethodology: pay-what-you-canBy implementing a pay-what-you-can membership model, we ensure financial accessibility and broaden participation because removing cost barriers enables inclusive engagement across income levels.
- Pluralistic Community Engagement through Inclusive Jewish Practicemethodology: pluralistic_community_engagementBy offering pluralistic religious services and educational programming that meet people where they are, we build inclusive Jewish community across diverse backgrounds and observance levels, because shared ritual and accessible pathways foster belonging and mutual responsibility.