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BARRY & FLORENCE FRIEDBERG JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER INC

OCEANSIDE, NY · EIN 112002556 · Form 990 · FY2023 · NTEE X30 · Religion-Related · Large ($10M-$50M) · friedbergjcc.org
revenue
$14.0M
expenses
$14.8M
net assets
$43K
employees
703
volunteers
300
program ratio
83%
mission · from form 990

THE CENTER PROMOTES JEWISH IDENTITY. IT PROVIDES A COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAM BASED ON JEWISH VALUES, TRADITIONS, HERITAGE AND CULTURE.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Barry & Florence Friedberg Jewish Community Center in Oceanside, NY serves the Jewish community across Long Island's South Shore through early childhood education, wellness, aquatics, and cultural programming. It offers preschool and daycare for children birth to five, summer camps, fitness and swim programs, and social-recreational services for seniors and individuals with special needs. Rooted in Jewish values, the center fosters community and identity across all ages and stages of life.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2023

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $1.92M
    See Schedule O.
  2. #2 $1.18M
    FITNESS CENTER-THE FRIEDBERG JCC'S WELLNESS, FITNESS AND SPORTS FACILITY IS DEDICATED TO MEETING THE FITNESS, RECREATIONAL AND WELLNESS NEEDS OF THE ENTIRE COMMUNITY. OUR PURPOSE IS TO PROVIDE INNOVATIVE PROGRAMS AND CLASSES FOR ALL AGES IN OUR MODERN HEALTH CLUB AND HEATED, INDOOR SWIMMING POOL WHICH ARE STAFFED BY CERTIFIED INSTRUCTORS AND LIFEGUARDS AT ALL TIMES. THEY WILL MONITOR YOUR PROGRESS, ENSURE YOUR SAFETY AND ARE AVAILABLE FOR PRIVATE ONE-ON-ONE TRAINING AND FITNESS EVALUATIONS. OUR AQUATICS CENTER FEATURES A 6 LANE/25 YARD-POOL, KEPT AT 84.5 DEGREES YEAR-ROUND. OUR CENTER PROVIDES A SWIMMING EXPERIENCE FOR ALL TYPES OF SWIMMERS AND PEOPLE WHO ENJOY WATER EXERCISES.
named programs · 8 · from sources

What they call their work

After School Programs
Supervised care and enrichment activities for school-aged children outside of school hours
Early Childhood Center
Preschool and daycare program for children birth to 5 years across multiple locations, emphasizing developmental growth and Jewish cultural enrichment
Early Childhood Summer Camp
Summer program for young children featuring theme-based learning, outdoor play, swimming, and enrichment activities led by early childhood specialists
Jewish Cultural Events
Programs and celebrations that promote Jewish identity, traditions, and connections to Israel throughout the year
Ripples Pre-Swim Team
Introductory swim program for ages 5–7 focusing on stroke development and endurance to prepare for competitive swimming
Senior Programs
Wellness, fitness, recreational, and social activities designed for older adults to enhance quality of life
Special Needs Programs
Social-recreational programs for individuals with disabilities, enabling skill-building and friendship development
Waves Competitive Swim Team
Swim team for ages 6–17 competing in the Metropolitan JCC Swim League, with training in strokes, starts, turns, and endurance
activities · 11 groups

What they do

  • Senior Social & Enrichment Programming 2 activities
    • Adult and Lifelong Learning Programs
      Provides classes, workshops, and events for adults and seniors, including cultural and recreational offerings such as Tai Chi, Salsa, and Pickleball.
    • Senior Programs for Social, Fitness, and Wellness
      Provides social, fitness, and wellness programs tailored for seniors, serving over 750 individuals.
  • After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
    • After-School Programs for School-Aged Children
      Provides after-school programs for over 500 school-aged children, offering safe and engaging care and enrichment activities.
  • Competitive and Learn-to-Swim Programs 1 activity
    • Aquatics Programs
      Operates a 6-lane, 25-yard heated indoor pool offering lap swimming, open swim seven days a week, American Red Cross swim lessons for children as young as 6 months, aquatic fitness classes, private lessons, and competitive swim teams. Includes the Waves Competitive Swim Team (ages 6–17) and The Ripples pre-swim team (ages 5–7).
  • Volunteer Mobilization for Community Improvement 1 activity
    • Community Volunteer Engagement
      Engages volunteers across programs including food drives, holiday events, and youth programs, contributing over 500 service hours annually. Promotes community building and Tikkun Olam (repairing the world) through structured volunteer opportunities.
  • Early Childhood Education & Development Programs 1 activity
    • Early Childhood Education and Nursery School Programs
      Provides preschool education for children from birth to 5 years old, including infant and toddler care with individualized developmental programming focused on exploration and play. Offers extended care services in the early morning and late afternoon. Serves over 500 children annually.
  • Fitness Training and Group Exercise Programs 1 activity
    • Fitness and Wellness Programs
      Operates a wellness, fitness, and sports facility with access to cardio and weight resistance equipment for members aged 13 and older. Offers group fitness classes such as POUND and Zumba, small group personal training, and stretching classes. Includes initial personal training assessments with blood pressure and body fat screening for new members.
  • Jewish Holiday and Shabbat Community Events 1 activity
    • Jewish Cultural and Holiday Programming
      Offers programs celebrating Jewish traditions and values, including holiday celebrations and cultural activities, to foster community and connection to Jewish heritage. Engages a Junior Shaliach to share Israeli culture across Early Childhood and Adult Services programs.
  • Community Service Office Operations 1 activity
    • Multi-Site Facility Operations
      Operates multiple branches including Oceanside, Merrick/Bellmore, Long Beach at National, Long Beach at Magnolia, and Lybrook, with scheduled public hours and extended availability for programs.
  • Disaster Relief and Recovery Services 1 activity
    • Social Work and Support Services
      Provides counseling, workshops, referral services, and financial support through the social work department. Served over 600 individuals through UJA-Federation’s Partners in Caring program and over 700 individuals recovering from Super Storm Sandy, including mental health counseling and support groups.
  • Day Habilitation Services 1 activity
    • Social-Recreational Programs for Individuals with Special Needs
      Offers social-recreational programs for over 300 individuals with special needs to foster friendships, community inclusion, and skill development.
  • Jewish Youth Summer Camps 1 activity
    • Summer Camp Programs for Children
      Operates summer camps for over 500 children ages 2 to 15, including a specialized early childhood summer program designed specifically for young children’s developmental needs. Camps provide an enriching Jewish environment.
financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$13.96M
Contributions & grants$4.59M33%
Program service revenue$9.42M67%
Investment income$70%
Other revenue$-51K
expenses
Total expenses$14.81M
Program expenses83%
Admin / overhead15%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$9.65M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$7.96M
Cash$1.72M
Investments$0
Liabilities$7.92M
Net assets$43K
Liquid reserves1.4 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue -1.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023

Who runs it

paid leadership · 3
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
RHONDA KLEINMAN CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER 40 $258K
Robert Martin Chief Financial Officer (Left 5/24) 40 $115K
JOHN WOZNIAK CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER 40 $114K
board members · 15
  • ALLAN CARLTON — TREASURER
  • ANNORA GILMAN — TRUSTEE
  • BROOKE HOLT — TRUSTEE
  • BRUCE SOBEL — VICE CHAIR
  • FRED RICHMAN — BOARD CHAIR
  • GARY HISIGER — TRUSTEE
  • GLEN FUCHS — TRUSTEE
  • HY KAPITO — TRUSTEE
  • KASEY ZIFF — IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIR
  • LAWRENCE LEVINE — TRUSTEE
  • MELISSA CHIZZIK-SCHNALL — TRUSTEE
  • MICHAEL GREENSEID — TRUSTEE
  • MICHELLE BUTLER — TRUSTEE
  • RICHARD FROMEWICK — CORRESPONDING SECRETARY
  • STEFANIE HANLON — TRUSTEE
relationships · 8

Who they work with

  • CATCH Partner — Collaborates with CATCH to implement a coordinated approach to child health and active learning in early childhood programming.
  • Congregation Beth Ohr Partner — Hosts the Merrick/Bellmore Early Childhood Center at its facility.
  • Maya Braverman Partner — Jewish community representative (Junior Shaliach) sharing Israeli culture and strengthening ties with local Jewish communities.
  • Metropolitan JCC Swim League Partner — Partner organization in which the Waves Competitive Swim Team participates for swim meets and championships.
  • My J App Partner — Partner platform for providing real-time updates on facility hours and program availability.
  • Sabrina Viscardi Partner — Point of contact for information on community programming and funding opportunities at the Friedberg JCC.
  • Temple Am Echad Partner — Hosts the Lynbrook Early Childhood Center at its facility.
  • UJA-Federation Partner — Collaborates with UJA-Federation’s Partners in Caring program to deliver social work services and participates in the Engage Jewish Service Corps Regional Day of Service.
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.

  • Community as a Vehicle for Jewish Identity and Belonging
    methodology: community-building_through_cultural_and_educational_programs
    By offering social, educational, and cultural programs rooted in Jewish tradition, we strengthen Jewish identity and foster belonging across all life stages, because shared cultural and spiritual experiences deepen community attachment and intergenerational continuity.
  • Integrated Developmental Approach to Early Childhood Wellness
    methodology: integrated developmental approach
    By integrating physical, cognitive, and social development with national health initiatives like CATCH, we promote lifelong wellness habits in children, because embedding nutrition and activity into developmental curricula creates synergistic learning and health outcomes.
  • Tikkun Olam as a Framework for Civic and Community Engagement
    methodology: tikkun_olam
    By mobilizing volunteers and community action through the Jewish value of Tikkun Olam (repairing the world), we increase civic participation and collective responsibility, because framing service as spiritual repair motivates sustained engagement beyond transactional incentives.