irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $306KSENIOR ADULTS PROGRAM-SENIOR ADULTS PROGRAM OFFERS VALUED MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITIES TO GATHER FOR FITNESS, MEDITATION, PROGRAMMING AND SUBSIDIZED KOSHER LUNCH TWICE A WEEK. DURING THE PANDEMIC, OUR PROGRAMS HAVE MOVED ON-LINE.
named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
Active Seniors Program
Program offering social, educational, and recreational activities for older adults in the Jewish community
J on the Go
Mobile outreach program bringing Jewish families together for playdates, holiday events, and community building in neighborhoods across northern New Jersey
Keeping the Story Alive
Intergenerational program featuring conversations with children and grandchildren of Holocaust survivors
Mah Jongg Open Play
Weekly open-play sessions for adults to enjoy Mah Jongg in a social group setting
Mini Mensch Group
Weekly gathering for babies and toddlers with Jewish-themed play and socialization for parents and caregivers
PJ Library Book Mobile
Traveling event providing free Jewish children's books and family activities in partnership with PJ Library
Parent Connector
Peer-led initiative where trained community members organize local gatherings for Jewish families to connect around cultural and holiday activities
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Holocaust and Genocide Remembrance Education 1 activity
- Educational programs on Holocaust legacyHosts educational events featuring third-generation Holocaust survivors to explore the ongoing impact of the Holocaust on identity and family legacy within the Jewish community.
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Jewish Women's Spiritual & Social Circles 1 activity
- Moms and dads social support eventsOffers Moms Nights Out and informal gatherings for fathers to support parental well-being, reduce isolation, and build social connections within the Jewish community.
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Early Literacy Promotion 1 activity
- PJ Library Book Mobile eventsHosts mobile events featuring free books, treats from a Kona Ice truck, and family engagement through a Parent Connector, promoting early literacy and Jewish identity in young families.
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Jewish Holiday and Shabbat Community Events 1 activity
- Shabbat and holiday celebrationsHosts Friday morning Shabbat celebrations and an annual Hanukkah party, distributing take-home candles to families to support at-home observance and family participation in Jewish traditions.
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Senior Social & Enrichment Programming 1 activity
- Social and educational programs for seniorsProvides weekly activities for older adults on Tuesdays and Thursdays, including post-event lunches and socialization opportunities, to foster connection and community engagement.
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Recreational Game Programming 1 activity
- Weekly Mah Jongg open-play sessionsHosts weekly Mah Jongg open-play sessions for players of all skill levels, providing a consistent opportunity for social engagement within the community.
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Uncategorized 3 activities
- Flexible family engagement programmingOffers a la carte events including monthly Sunday Family Fun Days and low-cost or no-questions-asked ticketing to ensure broad accessibility of family-centered Jewish programs.
- Neighborhood-based family programmingOrganizes parent-inspired, neighborhood-based events such as playground meetups, music gatherings for families with young children, and casual gatherings for expectant parents and parents of infants, fostering accessible Jewish community experiences.
- Support for hosting Jewish-themed gatheringsProvides subscribers with personalized Get Together Reports and up to five $100 reimbursements in 2026 for hosting low-preparation, Jewish-themed gatherings, encouraging decentralized community building.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.13M
Contributions & grants$857K76%
Program service revenue$83K7%
Investment income$200K18%
Other revenue$-6K
expenses
Total expenses$917K
Program expenses79%
Admin / overhead21%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$452K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$5.80M
Cash$19K
Investments$5.64M
Liabilities$47K
Net assets$5.75M
Liquid reserves74.1 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +22.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 11
- BARRY KISSLER — DIRECTOR
- BRUCE MACTAS — SECRETARY
- HOWARD JAKOB — DIRECTOR
- JAYNE PETAK — CHAIRPERSON
- JEFF BOLSON — TREASURER
- JEFFREY TUCKER — DIRECTOR
- JOSHUA PERLSTEIN — DIRECTOR
- KAREN SCHARFSTEIN — DIRECTOR
- PAULA CANTOR — DIRECTOR
- ROBERTA ABRAMS — DIRECTOR
- TARA MERSON — VICE PRESIDENT
relationships · 6
Who they work with
- J on the Go Partner — Co-sponsor of the PJ Library Book Mobile and Playdate event.
- J on the Go Partner — Collaborative partner in hosting the "3G Perspective" event.
- JCC of Northern New Jersey Network — Operates as J on the Go, a community outreach initiative of the JCC of Northern New Jersey.
- Jewish Federation of Northern NJ Partner — Sponsor of the free Kona Ice truck at the event and co-sponsor through its program Jews for NJ.
- PJ Library Partner — Collaborates with PJ Library to guide family engagement programming.
- PJ Library Partner — Collaborates with PJ Library to offer subscribers funding and support for hosting Jewish-themed gatherings.
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.
- Community-Facilitated Integrationmethodology: community-facilitated integrationBy using Parent Connectors and geographically coded name tags, we build local peer networks because structured facilitation lowers social barriers and strengthens community ties among geographically proximate families.
- Home-Extended Engagementmethodology: home-extended engagementBy integrating take-home elements into programs, we reinforce Jewish traditions in daily family life because extending rituals beyond the program setting strengthens long-term engagement and cultural continuity.
- Low-Barrier, Informal Engagement for Family Inclusionmethodology: community-driven outreachBy offering informal, low-pressure gatherings and neighborhood-based programming, we increase paternal and maternal participation because reduced formality and proximity lower psychological and logistical barriers to engagement.
- Peer-Led Community Engagementmethodology: peer-led community engagementBy providing financial incentives and resources for families to host gatherings, we increase informal Jewish engagement because peer-led activities reduce barriers and foster organic, sustained community connections.