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SHOREFRONT JEWISH COMMUNITY COUNCIL INC
BROOKLYN, NY · EIN 112986161 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE P50 · Human Services · Medium ($1M-$10M) · shorefrontjcc.org
revenue
$1.7M
expenses
$1.9M
net assets
$104K
employees
10
volunteers
25
program ratio
91%
mission · from form 990

TO PROVIDE A WIDE RANGE OF HUMAN AND SOCIAL SERVICES TO SOUTH BROOKLYN'S LOW-INCOME RESIDENTS.

profile · synthesized from sources

Shorefront Jewish Community Council provides comprehensive social services to low-income seniors and families in South Brooklyn, with a focus on poverty alleviation. Rooted in Jewish values, the organization offers case management, food assistance, job training, and specialized support for Holocaust survivors. Services are provided regardless of race, religion, or ethnicity.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $0
    SJCCs Case Management Program provides individualized support to clients facing a range of social and economic challenges. Through comprehensive assessments, ongoing coordination, and personalized guidance, case workers connect clients to critical resources such as benefits enrollment, housing assistance, healthcare access, financial assistance, and employment support. The program also offers information and referral services to ensure clients are connected to appropriate external programs and community-based resources. SJCCs case management approach empowers individuals and families to achieve greater stability and self-sufficiency while navigating complex systems with dignity and care.
  2. #2 $0
    SJCC operates an Immigration Services Program that supports clients in navigating the complex U.S. immigration system. The program provides guidance and assistance with applications for green cards, naturalization, work authorization, changes and adjustments of status, and refugee and asylum-related matters. Through individualized support, SJCC helps clients pursue stability, legal recognition, long-term resettlement, and integration into the community.
named programs · 5 · from sources

What they call their work

Case Management
Provides strengths-based case assistance including benefits enrollment (SNAP, SSI, Medicaid), housing crisis intervention, and translation services.
Food Pantry
Distributes monthly food packages to over 1,000 clients, with emphasis on fresh produce and culturally appropriate items for the community.
Holocaust Survivor Services
Specialized case management and social programs tailored to the needs of Holocaust survivors.
Homebound Case Management
Provides in-home support for elderly and disabled clients who are unable to leave their residences.
Job Training Assistance
Offers free ESL classes and vocational training programs, including certification for dental office receptionists and cosmetology.
activities · 7 groups

What they do

  • Holocaust Survivor Support Services 2 activities
    • In-home case management for homebound individuals
      Provides in-home case management support to homebound individuals, including Holocaust survivors.
    • Specialized programs for Holocaust survivors
      Provides targeted programs and case management support specifically for Holocaust survivors.
  • Public Benefits Navigation and Enrollment 1 activity
    • Benefits enrollment assistance
      Provides assistance with enrollment in public benefits including SNAP, Section 8, SSI, Medicare/Medicaid, and HEAP.
  • Workforce Readiness Training 1 activity
    • ESL and job training programs
      Offers free ESL classes and job training programs to support participants in pursuing vocational training and employment.
  • Tenant Legal Advocacy & Support Services 1 activity
    • Emergency financial assistance and eviction prevention
      Provides emergency financial assistance for rent arrears and connects clients with legal representation to prevent evictions, along with support for landlord-tenant issues.
  • Immigration Legal Services 1 activity
    • Immigration legal assistance
      Provides free assistance with immigration applications, including fee waivers, green card applications, citizenship documentation, and family reunification support.
  • Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 1 activity
    • Monthly food pantry distributions
      Conducts monthly food pantry distributions providing food assistance, including fresh produce, to individuals and families in need. Serves approximately 1,000 people per month.
  • Community Resource Navigation and Support Services 1 activity
    • Social services and resource connections for low-income seniors and families
      Provides social services, support, and connections to vital resources for low-income seniors and families in South Brooklyn to help them live safely and comfortably in their communities, including crisis intervention and translation services.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.73M
Contributions & grants$1.73M100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$1.85M
Program expenses91%
Admin / overhead8%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$589K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.72M
Cash$26K
Investments$269K
Liabilities$2.62M
Net assets$104K
Liquid reserves1.9 mo
7 years on record · 2018–2024 · YoY revenue -9.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 12
  • ALEXANDER SIROTIN — Board Member
  • DR STEVEN POZNYANSKY — Board Member
  • JONATHAN TWERSKY — Vice President
  • LOLA BARBARASH — Treasurer
  • MALKY AKERMAN — Secretary
  • MR SAMUEL BYKOV — Board Member
  • NICHOLAS D SHER — Board Member
  • RABBI B A ZUSHE WINNER — Board Member
  • RABBI FAIVEL RIMLER — Board Member
  • RABBI HERSHEL OKINOV — Board Member
  • RUBIN MARGULIS — Board Member
  • TATIANA SHLOMOVICH — President
relationships · 14

Who they work with

  • Better Impact Partner — Platform used for volunteer applications and management.
  • Department of Youth and Community Development- NYC Government — Government agency providing funding or support to SJCC
  • Jewish Community Council of Greater Coney Island Partner — Collaborating organization in the Jewish community network
  • Metropolitan Council on Jewish Poverty Partner — Partner organization in Jewish communal services
  • Shorefront JCC Partner — Operates under the name Shorefront JCC, indicating self-reference as a partner in its own programs.
  • State Office of the Aging Government — Government agency providing funding or support to SJCC
  • The Department for the Aging of NYC Government — Government agency providing funding or support to SJCC
  • The Food Bank of NYC Partner — Partner in food distribution or nutrition programs
  • The Leader Family Fund Funder — Financial supporter of SJCC programs
  • The Nelco Foundation Funder — Private foundation providing financial support to SJCC
  • The New York City Council Government — Government body providing funding or support to SJCC
  • The New York City Food Collaborative Partner — Collaborative partner in food access initiatives
  • The Parshelsky Foundation Funder — Private foundation providing financial support to SJCC
  • UJA Federation- New York Funder — Financial supporter of SJCC programs
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.

  • Free Legal Services with Financial Barrier Reduction
    methodology: free_legal_services_with_fee_waiver_support
    By offering free immigration legal services and fee waiver assistance, the organization increases access to critical legal support for low-income immigrants, because removing financial and procedural barriers enables timely, equitable resolution of immigration cases.
  • Language Access as a Pathway to Employment
    methodology: language-access-to-employment
    By providing free ESL instruction, the organization enables low-income immigrants to acquire language skills necessary for vocational advancement and workforce integration, because language proficiency removes a key barrier to employment and economic stability.
  • Strengths-Based Holistic Case Management
    methodology: strengths-based_case_management
    By using strengths-based case management with comprehensive needs assessments, the organization identifies client capabilities and coordinates legal, financial, food, and home-based supports, because this holistic and empowering approach improves well-being and self-sufficiency, particularly for vulnerable populations like Holocaust survivors and homebound individuals.
  • Values-Based Service Model
    methodology: values-based_service_model
    By grounding service delivery in Jewish values such as charity (tzedakah) and kindness (chesed), the organization fosters a culturally rooted, compassionate approach that enhances trust and engagement, while maintaining an inclusive, non-sectarian posture to serve diverse populations.