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Page 1: Sid Jacobson JCC's 2011 Annual Report

1The one place to Enrich yourself, Explore Jewish culture and Connect with the community.

ANNUAL REPORT2010/11

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Throughout Jewish tradition, we have always held women of valor in the highest regard. They are leaders, strong in heart and in mind. Without them, our people would have fallen long ago. These women are not just in the Torah scrolls; they among us in the community, working tirelessly to bring hope to those in need and strengthening our people. Susan Bender is one of these valorous women.

As a Jewish professional, Susan has epitomized the concept of tikkun olam, healing the world, to both Sid Jacobson JCC and the North Shore of Long Island. Consider what the JCC would have been like had Susan never stepped foot over the threshold. We would never have seen the rise of such innovative Alzheimer’s and dementia programs like the Friendship Circle or Let’s Do Lunch. We would not have the programs to offer to children with autism and other special needs. We would not have the firm relationships and friendships with the Jewish community, whether they be through synagogues or UJA-Federation of NY. Our building would have been 30,000 square feet smaller and Bernice Jacobson Day School & Camp would have been only a dream.

Susan Bender, like the original eshet chayil, is “a woman of valor... her value is far beyond pearls.” I join the Board of Directors, the JCC staff and the entire community in wishing her good luck in her future endeavors. Whatever her plans, she can be sure that she leaves behind a legacy that will continue to affect us all for years to come.

Susan BenderExecutive Director

Letter From the President

Eric Donnenfeld, MDPresident

Susan BenderExecutive Director

Eric Donnenfeld, MDPresident

“TO EVERYTHING THERE IS A SEASON AND A TIME TO EVERY PURPOSE UNDER HEAVEN” Ecclesiastes 3:1

After eighteen years at the helm of Sid Jacobson JCC, I am proud to look back on the enormous change and growth that the years have brought to this organization. The JCC has become a leader in the Jewish and secular communities by providing needed services to those who would otherwise have nowhere else to turn. Our past accomplishments are truly exceptional, but I believe that they serve as a springboard to an incredible future.

The JCC’s past growth, both in physical size and in programming, will lead to more expansion within the organization. The purchase of Bernice Jacobson Day School & Camp in 2008 has allowed us to become a leader in Jewish day camping on Long Island. The campus will also be the home of a new day care center, which will raise future generations in a nurturing, Jewish environment. As always, the JCC will continue to build quality programming for participants of all ages and abilities, from volunteer opportunities for teens and adults to enriching activities for those with Alzheimer’s disease or children with special needs.

I will always cherish my years here as the highlight of an almost forty-year career in JCCs and I am grateful to have had this opportunity. I am so proud to have contributed to such an exciting future

for this organization.

Letter From the executive director

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS2010/11

PRESIDENTEric Donnenfeld, MD

FIRST VICE PRESIDENTDebra Buslik

VICE PRESIDENTSRonald P. CohenKathy Howard JacobsonDavid LevyLawrence MagidNancy Waldbaum

SECRETARYJodi Rosenthal

ASSISTANT SECRETARYTracy Levy

TREASURERMichael Rosenbaum

ASSISTANT TREASURERHoward Kroplick

BOARDJudy BaumJames Buslik*Gordon CraneMarleen Donnenfeld, MDJess DrabkinMichael FeinsodRobert GladstoneJeffrey GouldRenée HaberJonathon C. Held*Susan K. Held

Steven HessStuart HorowitzScott JaffeeDayle KatzLisa KneeJames KrantzJerome KrollDavid L. LevySheree LevyGerald Marsden*Steven NemiroffDavid NussbaumDoreen PeykarMartin RosenmanBrian RubensteinAndrew SandlerRebecca SchajaDonna Schlessinger

Denise SilverbergRuth SladeDebra SuttonMaggie Tolkin

ADVISORY COUNCILBruce Belsky*Frank CastagnaWilliam CohnGeorge FiglioliaFredric GouldSteven KriegerSusan Levkoff*Kathy Nadel*Marvin Natiss*Robert Rosenthal*Barry RubensteinMarilyn Rubenstein

David SterlingMichael Weinberger*Edward Wenger

HONORARY BOARD OF DIRECTORSAlan Berzin*Roger GladstoneSeymour Rudorfer*Jeffrey SandsJeffrey SaportaHoward Smith

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR EMERITUSMilton B. Pinck, CSW, Z’’L

* Past President

Year at a GLance

Celebrity Master of Ceremonies Ron Darling and Speaker Kenia Nunez at the 16th Annual Auction for Excellence. The Auction boasted an attendance of over 600 providing funding for vital social service programs.

Children from the Early Childhood Center show off books for kids in need collected during one of their many Tzedakah projects. The Center is dedicated to tikkun olam, healing the world.

Board President Dr. Eric Donnenfeld, honoree Executive Director Susan Bender and UJA-Federation of New York’s Executive Vice President and CEO John Ruskay at the 5th Annual Epicurean Event. This year’s event honored Susan Bender, who is retiring after 18 years of dedication and leadership to the JCC.

Honorees Roger & Lisa Gladstone and family and EarlyBirdCapital Tikkun Olam Award recipient Tony Fromer at the 25th Annual Golf & Tennis Outing. Over time the outing has been responsible for rais-ing over $4 million for the JCC community.

”If you tell even one person what you learned here about the needs of those with Alzheimer’s Disease and their families, then you have already made a difference in their lives.”

– Barry Petersen, CBS New Correspondent and Communication Service Award Recipient

at the Friendship Circle Luncheon

The event raises funds for frail elderly with Alzheimer’s and those with Young Onset Alzheimer’s Disease.

Families at the Purim Character Breakfast. The breakfast was one of the most popular holiday events this year, drawing families from all over the community to participate. The Ruth & Saul Weinberger Center for Jewish Life & Learning holds many such programs for the entire Jewish year.

Letter From the executive director

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2010/11 Highlights

Sid Jacobson JCC continues to sustain a legacy of unique and extraordinary programming. It is with sincere gratitude that we would like to thank all those who have helped us to make a difference in the lives of so many in our community who have no where else to turn.

n The 25th Annual Golf & Tennis Outing, presented by York International Agency, was held on Monday, July 28, 2010 at Glen Oaks Club. The honorees were Lisa and Roger Gladstone and the Tikkun Olam award was presented to Tony Fromer. Once again we had a successful Pro-Am Tennis Tournament, chaired by Andrew Sandler. The event, co-chaired by Robert Gladstone, James Krantz and David Nussbaum, raised over $320,000 to support the JCC’s social service programs. This year’s 26th Annual Golf & Tennis Outing’s honoree will be Martin Rosenman. The event will take place on Monday, August 1, 2011 at Old Westbury Golf and Country Club. A special Man of Distinction award will be presented to David Nussbaum.

n On Saturday, February 12, 2011, the 16th Annual Auction for Excellence welcomed over 600 guests to a black and white themed event which raised $660,000. This is the JCC’s single largest fundraiser event. The monies raised helped:

• to send autistic children to our Camp Kehilla day camp and vocation program

• to provide those suffering from Alzheimer’s and other related dementias with our day program which also offers respite to caregivers

• lend support to families coping with life-altering events such as cancer diagnosis, death of a loved one or loss of a job

n Thursday, April 14, 2011 marked our 5th Annual Epicurean Event: an Evening of Wine & Food Tasting, chaired by Debra Buslik and Nancy Waldbaum. This year we honored JCC Executive Director Susan Bender upon her retirement. People from around Long Island and New York City came to celebrate her impact on the Jewish Community. This outstanding event’s success was due, in no small part, to the support of Mark Speigel of Mark of Excellence Catering and Mike Douglas of Post Wine & Liquors. For the first time, this event had a commemorative journal published to honor Susan. $250,000 was raised. The donations were matched by the Jacobson and Gershwind families and The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation of Baltimore.

n Our 8th Annual Friendship Circle Luncheon was held on Thursday, May 12, 2011. This event was co-chaired by Dayle Katz and Ruth Slade, with Denise Silverberg as the founding chair. This year’s honorees were Lee and Michael Dubb. Barry Petersen, CBS News correspondent and author of Jan’s Story, was the Communications Service Award recipient. Norman Schefer and Robert Goldberg of The Fay J. Lindner Foundation received the Tikkun Olam award. It was an extremely successful fundraising event which ensured that our Alzheimer’s day program, The Friendship Circle, would continue its five day-a-week schedule. This luncheon also supports the Let’s Do Lunch™ program for people with young onset Alzheimer’s disease and helps us continue our mission to maintain the highest quality of life and remain a resource for those facing critical challenges.

Beverly Gelb, BS Director of Philanthropic Initiatives

Jeannie Cardali, BS Special Events Coordinator

Christina Dunalewicz Executive AssistantDevelopmentwww.sjjcc.org/giving

Fulfilling Our Mission

“The Strength to Strength program has pulled me out of a very dark place. Without Randy, Susan and the Strength to Strength [Cancer] support group, I would sit alone at home every day.”

– S.B.

Friendship Circle Luncheon 2011: Michael Dubb – Honoree; Rita Castagna – Americana Manhasset; Norman Schefer,

The Fay J. Lindner Foundation and Tikkun Olam Award recipient and Lee Dubb – Honoree.

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n The Bernice Jacobson Day School & Camp is becoming a remarkable 21st century facility. It has enabled the JCC to reach further into the community by providing services and programs to a greater number of people over a broader geographical area. The JCC announced a challenge grant by The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation of Baltimore to assist Sid Jacobson JCC in the renovation and expansion of Bernice Jacobson Day School & Camp. The renovations to this 15-acre facility enhance our premiere camp promoting camping based on Jewish values and traditions and gives us the ability to conduct year-round early childhood programs and activities for constituents of all ages and abilities.

n Sid Jacobson JCC is thrilled to announce the naming of The Fay J. Lindner Foundation Senior Services Center. The Fay J. Lindner Foundation has always been a friend of the JCC, supporting programs for seniors, as well as those diagnosed with Young Onset Alzheimer’s disease.

n The JCC is building a legacy of extraordinary community service. Every contribution of money, time and effort on the part of our Board, professional staff, volunteers and benefactors makes a tremendous difference in the lives of those in our community whom we serve.

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n Our 8th Annual Friendship Circle Luncheon was held on Thursday, May 12, 2011. This event was co-chaired by Dayle Katz and Ruth Slade, with Denise Silverberg as the founding chair. This year’s honorees were Lee and Michael Dubb. Barry Petersen, CBS News correspondent and author of Jan’s Story, was the Communications Service Award recipient. Norman Schefer and Robert Goldberg of The Fay J. Lindner Foundation received the Tikkun Olam award. It was an extremely successful fundraising event which ensured that our Alzheimer’s day program, The Friendship Circle, would continue its five day-a-week schedule. This luncheon also supports the Let’s Do Lunch™ program for people with young onset Alzheimer’s disease and helps us continue our mission to maintain the highest quality of life and remain a resource for those facing critical challenges.

Beverly Gelb, BS Director of Philanthropic Initiatives

Jeannie Cardali, BS Special Events Coordinator

Christina Dunalewicz Executive Assistant

2010/11 Highlights

Did You Know?JCC members receive additional benefits including free programs and discounts at

various local businesses in the area.

MembershipSarah Schmitt, MA Program Director of Membership

and Fitness

Margot Brous, MSW Membership Supervisor

Debbie Sellitti, BS Membership Supervisorwww.sjjcc.org/members

n The JCC continues to provide financial aid to individuals and families in our community who otherwise could not afford the entire cost of membership and/or programs. This year, the JCC awarded over $650,000 in membership and program scholarships.

n A direct mail campaign to households in our catchment area targeting different populations has resulted in many new memberships and increased participation in programs.

n “March Membership Promotions Month” featured a free Family Day that included various activities for the whole family, a Fitness Open House that drew new and former members and Member Appreciation Day, which was dedicated to our members’ ongoing support.

n Membership continues to grow in several categories, with the Teens increasing by 33% and College increasing by 15%.

n There was an increase in the amount of additional member benefits, including free concerts, monthly Family Days, special gifts and discounts on programs.

Fulfilling Our Mission

“Thank you so much for everything. I came to you soon after I lost my husband and joined the bereavement group. There I met a great group of people and socialize on a regular basis. I also come 3-4 times a week to exercise. You have changed my life!”

– N. D.

Did You Know?

Gifts of any size are welcome and appreciated,

and play a crucial role in our ability to further

develop needed services to all in our community.

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Peggy Jaeger, BS Connect to Care Director

Audrey Dinstell, LCSW Connect to Care Social Worker

Linda Rosen, BA Connect to Care Administrator

Suzanne Feiner, PHR, MS Ed. F•E•G•S Career Serviceswww.sjjcc.org/C2C

2010/11 Highlights

n Since its inception in March 2009, Nassau County Connect to Care has assessed 980 clients and over 2,000 people have attended C2C workshops and events.

n C2C continued community-wide networking events in its second year. In November, Old Westbury Hebrew Congregation hosted a networking event which opened with a discussion of marketing oneself for success in today’s economy. In February, C2C partnered with Merrick Jewish Center to hold a Temp Job Fair and Networking event. This timely event capitalized on the trend of temp to permanent work as well as providing a networking opportunity for those involved.

n In the second year of C2C, long term unemployment issues came to the forefront. In December, a Building Resiliency workshop focused on coping skills to address these concerns and in January another workshop, New Year New Goals, was presented to help clients move forward with a new perspective.

n Also in February, NYLAG, a C2C partner, presented information on Healthcare Options. All government programs were discussed as well as information on private health insurance. Our C2C social worker also provided information on low cost health services (for those who do not qualify for government programs or who cannot afford to pay for private insurance) provided at local Family Health Centers.

n In March, Rabbi Goloboy of Port Jewish Center, provided a Purim program for C2C clients on using humor to cope with life’s difficulties. This timely workshop provided C2C clients with an enjoyable focus while also viewing their experiences from a new perspective. Rabbi Goloboy’s entertaining presentation left those in attendance satisfied and uplifted.

n Working with the AmeriCorps Volunteer Program, volunteers from Connect to Care created Care for Thy Neighbor, a program which is geared towards mobilizing volunteers to give back to those in need in our community. In partnership with the Weinberger Center for Jewish Life and Learning Center, one of the Care for Thy Neighbor projects included working with a CSA farm program to donate organic fruits and vegetables to a family in need.

Did You Know?UJA-Federation of New York’s Connect to Care program offered free services throughout New York City, Westchester and Long Island, to 36,127 people from

April 2010–March 2011.

Fulfilling Our Mission

“How can I thank each of you for what you did for me? Without you I would have been in terrible shape – your support, kindness and expertise kept me afloat in a very difficult time.”

–B.C.

Connect to CareUJA-Federation of New York’s

Connect to Care clients who found employment and shared their story along with keynote speaker Jeff Goldberg at

the Old Westbury Hebrew Congregation Networking event.

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n Our Health & Wellness Center is dedicated to making sure that working out is a fun and personal experience. This year, we installed a JCC TV channel in the weight and cardio rooms. We have also put together a portrait wall highlighting our JCC trainers and the specialties that they offer.

n This year, the Health & Wellness Center teamed up with PIC’s Strength to Strength to raise funds to help expand this free cancer wellness program for adults, adding a third day to the weekly classes.

n We piloted a Temple Sisterhood Fitness Outreach Program, sending some of our top instructors in Zumba and Pilates to local “sisterhoods” for a complimentary exercise class. This not only got the community moving, but also gave us the chance to showcase some of the great programs we have here at the JCC.

n An annual “Group Exercise Survey” was launched, allowing members to give us feedback on our current programming and let us know what else they would like to see on our schedule. As a result, we have added some great new classes including Zumbatone, Barre fusion and Motivational Spin.

n The Fitness Center remains fresh and current with the purchasing of additional spin bikes and other equipment needs in order to accommodate the growing number of participants in all of our classes.

n Since September, over 60 children ages 6-12, members of the Glen Cove Boys and Girls Club, took part in three sessions of Project END (End Needless Drowning) in the JCC pool. Instruction was provide by Red Cross certified instructors with the support of the aquatics staff and facilities at the Sid Jacobson JCC, through a grant from the United Way of Long Island.

n The Barracudas Swim Team had another successful year. We have expanded our program, implementing dry-land training for the older age groups to supplement our pool work.

n The infant and toddler swim classes have continued its popular run and have the highest enrollment of any learn-to-swim program at the JCC. It is common to see the fathers having just as much fun as their children in the water.

n The special needs aquatics swim program, started with a donation from the Gross family, has continued its exemplary work with our participants. This year, we have expanded our program to include a Special Needs Swim Team.

n The water workout class is the highest attended JCC class of all time. Instructors routinely have 40+ people in their classes, attracting a large cross-section of our membership.

2010/11 Highlights

Did You Know?Our 4th Annual 5K Run raised funds for our

Strength to Strength cancer wellness programming and

our autism programs.

Fulfilling Our Mission

“A year later after joining the JCC, I’m completely hooked on my personal training sessions. I have lost nearly 20 pounds. I completed a half marathon in January and continue to run and exercise at the JCC. I feel great, my back rarely hurts me and my knees never do. I think this is now an established part of my routine and hope to continue it forever.”

– K.L.

Sarah Schmitt, MA Program Director of Membership & Fitness

Heidi Roussis, BS Fitness Program Coordinator

Adrian Sadowski Personal Training Director

Marjorie Waller Pilates Coordinator

Marshall Kurland, BA Aquatics Director

Gershwind/Jacobson Health & Wellness Center

www.sjjcc.org/fitness

A training session in the Health & Wellness Center.

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n Once again, we received our re-accreditation by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), the nation’s leading association to ensure the quality of early childhood education and care provided in programs for young children. This accreditation demonstrates our commitment to achieving the highest professional standard.

n By participating in New York State’s Quality Stars Field Test, we received a grant to further educate our staff, allowing our teachers to consistently be the best in their field.

n We established new partnerships with a variety of companies that provide our children with quality music and sports opportunities after school is over.

n This year’s Early Childhood Center Tzedakah theme was teamwork, which brought our children together raise awareness and funds for outside organizations. Our Tzedakah projects included hands-on participation in collecting pajamas, food, winter wear and books to be distributed to local children’s charities. Donations were also made to Hands On Tzedakah, animal shelters, Make a Wish Foundation, JNF Reservoir Fund and Children’s Forest.

n In partnership with our volunteer Parent’s Association, we hosted our first Couples Night with over 50 couples participating. The event raised funds for early childhood scholarship needs. The organization continues to both raise money and help us to ensure that no one who needs help is left behind.

2010/11 Highlights

Fulfilling Our Mission

“We have raised more than $7,000,000 over the last seven years, but no dollars are more meaningful than the $106 that [the Early Childhood Center] just sent us. The thought that you could teach two-year-olds that other children need help leaves me speechless.”

– Chairman and CEO, Hands on Tzedakah

Did You Know?We offer a variety of

day care options for our families who need it as

well as bus transportation.

Bernice & Ira Waldbaum Family Children's Center – Early Childhood

Gale Kaplan, MS Director of Early Childhood Services

Allison Okun, MS Assistant Director of Early Childhood Services

Micky Friedman Administrative Assistant

n The ACE after-school program has been a success for the 2010-2011 school year. We continue to offer a host of enriching classes such as Abrakadoodle Creative Arts Class, Intro to Digital Arts, Tae Kwon Do, as well as Science classes that are taught by the Long Island Science Museum.

n New for this year, the Youth Services Department has partnered with Unlimited Sports Action of Port Washington, which has helped build and enhance our after school sports programs.

n Our satellite after-school programs at the Solomon Schecter Day School, Port Washington School District and Herricks School District continue to be wonderful places for children to take enrichment classes such as Jr. Engineering, Tennis, Ballet/Hip Hop and much more. These sites have been a place where children can make new friends, learn new skills in safe and structured environments while providing needed day care for families.

Room 12 enjoys singing Purim songs for parents in the auditorium

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n The ACE after-school program has been a success for the 2010-2011 school year. We continue to offer a host of enriching classes such as Abrakadoodle Creative Arts Class, Intro to Digital Arts, Tae Kwon Do, as well as Science classes that are taught by the Long Island Science Museum.

n New for this year, the Youth Services Department has partnered with Unlimited Sports Action of Port Washington, which has helped build and enhance our after school sports programs.

n Our satellite after-school programs at the Solomon Schecter Day School, Port Washington School District and Herricks School District continue to be wonderful places for children to take enrichment classes such as Jr. Engineering, Tennis, Ballet/Hip Hop and much more. These sites have been a place where children can make new friends, learn new skills in safe and structured environments while providing needed day care for families.

n The Youth Services Department has a wonderful and dedicated Parent Committee that meets monthly to help develop new and exciting programs both here at the JCC as well as at our satellite locations.

n The Youth Action program, which enriches elementary-aged at-risk students from the Roslyn community, obtained a grant for the second year in a row from the Office of Juvenile Justice and Congressman Gary Ackerman. This grant allowed the program to offer music, dance, sports, art and cartooning enrichment activities, as well as academic assistance.

n Summer Streeters, our JCC day camp, has grown in numbers over the past several years. We serve children grades K–6 and have a wonderful CIT program for teens entering grades 9–10. Among our camp staff we have certified teachers, licensed therapists and well-trained youth professionals.

Did You Know?Between our onsite after school programs and all of our off-site programs, we serve

over 570 children weekly!

Bernice & Ira Waldbaum Family Children's Center – Youth

Elyse Miller, MA, LCAT, ATR-BC Director of Youth Services

Norma Reisen Administrative Assistant for Youth Services

Janet Engelhardt Administrative Assistant for Special Needs and Youth Services

2010/11 Highlights

Participants in the Youth after school Abrakadoodle class explore their inner artist.

Fulfilling Our Mission

“My baseball and basketball classes are awesome! My coaches are so cool and teach me how to play better. The JCC rocks!”

– M.L., 1st grader

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n Our weekly Tot Shabbat program has been a wonderful way to bring new families to the JCC. Every week, parents, grandparents and children enjoy movement, song, stories, challah and grape juice as they celebrate together. Families have gotten involved with the JCC, made new friends and brought the songs and celebration home.

n Young families of the JCC came together to prepare for and enjoy the Jewish holidays at the Seymour Rudorfer Workshops for Families and Children. Families celebrated Chanukah with a screening of Shalom Sesame, planted parsley on Tu B’Shevat, journeyed through the desert at our Mini-Maccabiah, and explored their creativity at Iron Chef – Passover Edition! More than 80 people baked hamentaschen and participated in a Purim Spiel at our Purim Character Breakfast, which was judged by many to be the best Purim event ever held at the JCC!

Fulfilling Our Mission

Did You Know?Over 400 teens from

more than 10 different high schools and over 20 different synagogues did community service with

the JCC this year.

Fulfilling Our Mission

“The most meaningful community service was working on the house in New Orleans. I liked working directly with the owner and seeing the project from start to finish. I learned to appreciate what I have and how much work still needs to be done.”

– Gulf Coast Road Trip Participant

2010/11 Highlights

Buslik/Levy Teen Services Center

www.sjjcc.org/teens

n Sixty-nine teens participated in the Tikkun Olam Vacation this year. Teens traveled to the Gulf Coast to help communities still suffering from the consequences of Hurricane Katrina and more recently affected by the oil spill. The teens rebuilt houses in New Orleans, cleared hurricane debris in Mississippi, created food packages for hungry children in Alabama, and helped to establish community gardens in Florida.

n The Fifth Annual Teen Charity Fashion Show was a huge success! The show raised over $8,000 for the JCC teen scholarship fund and Sharsheret, an organization that helps Jewish women with breast cancer. A committee of seven teens planned the entire event, soliciting clothes and raffle prizes from local stores, choreographing the show and training the fifty teen models and entertainers that participated.

n Nearly fifty teens participated in the SMORES (Students Mentoring Other Roslyn Elementary Students) program, mentoring local underprivileged at-risk youth who participate in the JCC’s Youth Action program. They helped the children with homework and participated in enrichment activities with them. Thanks to a grant from the Manhasset Community Fund’s Greentree Good Neighbor Fund, the teens were able to receive professional training from educators and social workers throughout the year, providing skills and knowledge essential to being a strong mentor. The teens also took a greater leadership role, planning

their own enrichment activities for the children and organizing a book drive, collecting several hundred books to add to the Youth Action library.

n Teens performed over 10,000 hours of community service this year at the JCC and in the community through JCC programs. They volunteered in the after-school program with elementary school children, the Shooting Stars basketball program for children and teens with special needs, the theatre productions for children, and taught swimming lessons in the Aquatics Department. In the community, they served dinner at a soup kitchen, collected food for hungry families, cleaned up a park, and helped distribute prom dresses to young women who could not otherwise afford them.

n Teens and members of the community collected over 600 prom dresses in the annual dress drive, now a part of the Tikkun Alliance of the North Shore (TANS). A group of teen volunteers from the JCC helped distribute these dresses to over 1,700 girls at the Long Island Volunteer Center’s annual Prom Boutique. Teens paint a fence while restoring a

home that was destroyed by Hurricane Katrina.

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n Our weekly Tot Shabbat program has been a wonderful way to bring new families to the JCC. Every week, parents, grandparents and children enjoy movement, song, stories, challah and grape juice as they celebrate together. Families have gotten involved with the JCC, made new friends and brought the songs and celebration home.

n Young families of the JCC came together to prepare for and enjoy the Jewish holidays at the Seymour Rudorfer Workshops for Families and Children. Families celebrated Chanukah with a screening of Shalom Sesame, planted parsley on Tu B’Shevat, journeyed through the desert at our Mini-Maccabiah, and explored their creativity at Iron Chef – Passover Edition! More than 80 people baked hamentaschen and participated in a Purim Spiel at our Purim Character Breakfast, which was judged by many to be the best Purim event ever held at the JCC!

n The JCC hosted hundreds of adult learners at the Herbert Tarr North Shore Institute this past fall and dozens of others broadened their Jewish connections through language and study with Beginner’s Hebrew with Mira Barufka, Beginner and Intermediate Hebrew Ulpan with Dorit Gryn, and Yiddish conversation with Ruth Solomon. Many adults came together to study Jewish texts and traditions in classes such as “Our Mothers: The Matriarchs,” “Adam and Eve: Stories of the First Couple,” and “Ask-A-Rabbi” with Lina Zerbarini, Director of Jewish Life and Learning, and for Taste of Torah, with Lina and community rabbis.

n Lina led Jewish Storytimes at Barnes & Noble of Manhasset before holidays, bringing the JCC into the community and inviting the community to the JCC! Storytimes have brought families to other JCC programs.

n The Weinberger Center for Jewish Life and Learning and the Jack Nadel Social Services Center/Special Needs hosted a Model Seder for people with special needs and their families. This is the first event of a significant initiative to enable inclusion of people and families with special needs in the Jewish life of our community.

Did You Know?The Jewish Life and Learning

Center has led the JCC in a Greening Initiative after receiving the prestigious

Jewish Greening Fellowship, a joint project of the Isabella

Freedman Jewish Retreat Center and UJA-Federation, funded by UJA-Federation’s Commission on

Jewish Identity and Renewal.

Fulfilling Our Mission

“Tot Shabbat has inspired me to make Shabbat dinner at home. My kids love the songs and sing them all week!”

– R.O.

2010/11 Highlights

Ruth & Saul Weinberger Center for Jewish Life & Learning

www.sjjcc.org/JLL

Rabbi Lina Zerbarini Director of Weinberger Center for Jewish Life & Learning

The Early Childhood Center celebrates Israeli Independence Day.

Teens paint a fence while restoring a home that was destroyed by

Hurricane Katrina.

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Yvette Bergman, MBA Director of Adult Programs

2010/11 Highlights

Adult Centerwww.sjjcc.org/adults

n The Adult Center expanded its focus this year beyond baby boomers to include a wider range of adults in its programs. The committee has expanded to reflect this new focus as well.

n Through partnering with both internal and external groups in our community, the Adult Center has helped more people to connect with the JCC. With these partnerships, we were able to bring the community more exciting opportunities, including:

• Race to Nowhere, a film about the pressures faced by teenagers in highly competitive school districts, shown in conjunction with the Cultural Arts department and several local school districts.

• A trip to the brand new Museum of American Jewish History in Philadelphia, brought about with The Fay J. Lindner Senior Services Center and Partners in Caring synagogues.

• The formation of a new committee to plan the JCC’s first ever dog festival, to be held on Columbus Day weekend.

n We continue to research what our members need. Based on feedback, we are now offering highly successful One Time Classes. Additionally, we offered day trips with special components, such as a backstage tour at the ballet or a talkback after a Broadway performance.

n The Adult Center always stays current with the hot trends to plan fundraisers for our community. These fundraisers act as vehicles for educating the public about the services offered at the JCC.

n The Tikkun Alliance of the North Shore (TANS) held their 2nd Annual Campaign Against Hunger in January, which fed hundreds of families and distributed coats and cold weather accessories. In April, TANS partnered with Long Island Volunteer Center on the 17th Annual Prom Boutique. TANS collected over 600 dresses and prom accessories as part of a Prom Boutique for 1,700 girls from across Long Island.

Did You Know?

The Adult Center has a multi-generational Advisory Council that meets once a month

throughout the year to brainstorm and plan

programming targeted towards the needs of the

community.

“The ‘one time’ classes are perfect. No stress. No big commitment, and I can be home when the kids come home from school.”

– G.T.

Fulfilling Our Mission

Participants in the One-Time Flower Arranging class.

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Connie Wasserman, LCSW Assistant Executive Director

Donna Shulman, BSW Director of Senior Programs

Taylor Herbert, LMSW Director of Specialized Senior Programs

Kathy Garneau, LMSW Senior Services Social Worker

2010/11 Highlights

n We are very appreciative of the The Fay J. Lindner Foundation for naming the Senior Services Center.

n The Friendship Circle Program assisted over 120 families with the care of seniors who are frail and or cognitively impaired.

n The Lets Do. .. Series continues to be the first program of its kind to serve individuals in their 30s, 40s and 50s with Young Onset Dementia including frontal temporal lobe dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.

n The G.E.M.S. (Group Educational Memory Strengthening) Program has served more than 30 members this year. GEMS began with a startup grant from the monies raised by our Auction for Excellence.

n The JCC partnered with The Bristal, Alzheimer’s Foundation of America and North Shore/LIJ Health Systems to hold CARE DAY 2010, which provided important information about senior care to over 120 caregivers and professionals.

n The Town of North Hempstead’s Aging in Place initiative, Project Independence, opened its fourth location in January 2011 at Sid Jacobson JCC. The areas served are Roslyn, Roslyn Heights, Roslyn Harbor, Roslyn Estates, East Hills, East Williston, Albertson, Greenvale and Old Westbury.

n The Senior Services Care Manager provided intensive support that includes home visits and telephone follow ups to approximately 175 caregivers, helping to prevent caregiver burnout.

n The senior adults in the Knitzvah program are knitting hats to be donated to the Brooke Jackman Foundation. The hats will be given out in backpacks for less fortunate children in September.

Did You Know?

Over 120 caregivers and professionals

attended our annual Care Day Symposium on

November 21, 2010.

Fulfilling Our Mission

“It was very difficult telling my 7 year-old why mommy doesn’t remember who he is anymore. Thank God for Let’s Do Lunch – the only place where my 42 year-old wife could fit in.”

– T.R.

The Fay J. Lindner Foundation Senior Services Center

www.sjjcc.org/seniors

Programs made possible in part by UJA Federation of New York.

A friendly game of balloon volleyball in the GEMS II program, which serves frail elderly and cognitively impaired seniors.

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THEATRE ARTS n Summer Stock 2010 truly exemplified

the spirit of teamwork as children from 5–17 years old worked together to perform a charming production of Cinderella. The younger children were nurtured and encouraged by the older teens, who were mentored by our enthusiastic professional staff. The results were a summer of theatre fun for all.

n Our Broadway workshops in collaboration with A Class Act, NY brought Long Island’s own Trent Kowalik, the Tony-award winning original Billy Elliot, to the JCC. Children from 7–16 years old were inspired and challenged by Trent while learning new performance skills.

n The newly formed Sid Jacobson Community Players, an intergenerational theatre troupe, combined the talents of our adult, teen and pre-teen thespians and heated up the stage in a rousing production of Guys and Dolls.

PERFORMANCE & VISUAL ARTS

n The 2010—2011 Author Breakfast and Book Signing Series had over 500 attendees and four outstanding authors: HBO writer Richard Price, author of Lush Life; Julie Orringer, author of the blockbuster The Invisible Bridge; Joel Chasnoff, comedian and author of The 188th Crybaby Brigade; and Cathleen Schine, author of The Three Weissmanns of Westport, named by The New York Times as one of 2010’s most notable books.

n Irene and Ronald Cohen Spotlight Speaker Series featured Lorraine Lotzof Abramson, who discussed her memoir, My Race: A Jewish Girl Growing Up Under Apartheid in South Africa and Naomi Ragen, commentator and bestselling author of eight books, who graciously gave us a sponsors reception prior to her speaking engagement.

n The Accidental Advocate, a documentary about the politics and potential of stem cell research, was featured during a special showing. We were joined by the director/producer and star of the film and partnered with the Nassau Region of Hadassah for an educational, inspiring and moving evening.

n Live the Chai Life! The 18th Anniversary of the Randi & Bruce Pergament Jewish Film Festival will return with films that are international in scope. We screen documentaries and feature films along with relevant speakers and this year expanded our offerings to include a comedy and shorts. We continue with our Saturday evening film.

n This year we were able to attract new sponsors that enabled us to continue bringing innovative films to the JCC.

Fulfilling Our Mission

“I really enjoyed viewing [Race to Nowhere], which I heard so much about. Very thought provoking and disturbing. There are no easy answers here, but at least it opens up some complicated issues for discussion. Thanks for helping make it available to the community.”

– J.K.

Edward & Bernice Wenger Center for the Arts

Julie Orringer

The Yankles, one of the films at the 2011 Randi & Bruce Pergament Film Festival.

Did You Know?We have played host to a variety of well-known authors thanks to the

input and hard work of a dedicated group of volunteers.

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Elyse Ingber, MLIS Director of Performance & Visual Arts

Susan Kalman, BA Director of Theatre Arts

Susan Seelig, MS Director of Judaic Shop & Gallery

THEATRE ARTS n Summer Stock 2010 truly exemplified

the spirit of teamwork as children from 5–17 years old worked together to perform a charming production of Cinderella. The younger children were nurtured and encouraged by the older teens, who were mentored by our enthusiastic professional staff. The results were a summer of theatre fun for all.

n Our Broadway workshops in collaboration with A Class Act, NY brought Long Island’s own Trent Kowalik, the Tony-award winning original Billy Elliot, to the JCC. Children from 7–16 years old were inspired and challenged by Trent while learning new performance skills.

n The newly formed Sid Jacobson Community Players, an intergenerational theatre troupe, combined the talents of our adult, teen and pre-teen thespians and heated up the stage in a rousing production of Guys and Dolls.

n In February, the JCC Teen Glee Club debuted, showcasing the talents of middle and high school students. The club, which brought together typical and special needs teens had performances in both the Rubenstein Theatre and The Bristal in East Meadow

n In March, our Children’s Theatre Ensemble (Grades 3–6) played to sold-out audiences in a delightful production of The Wizard of Oz. The budding performers in Grades K–2 closed the season in an original musical revue, Disney on Broadway. The dedication and expertise of our professional staff contribute to the overwhelming success of each participant. The children continue to thrive as they develop creatively and learn to work collaboratively.

ART GALLERY

n The Art Gallery continued to provide thought-provoking shows for the halls of the JCC. The shows included works by Carol Benisatto, a juried exhibition addressing the theme of Tikkun Olam and a visual trip around the world with Dr. Alan Sloyer’s Moments in Time: A Photographic Journey, with all proceeds donated to charities.

Did You Know?

Several of our students are now being represented by top New York City talent

agents and managers through their participation

in our Broadway workshops with A Class Act, NY.

Fulfilling Our Mission

“You did an amazing job of spotlighting each child, yet it was a wonderful ensemble cast. It was truly fabulous to see my daughter run into my arms after the show as she was so elated with her accomplishments. She couldn’t have done it without you and your exceptional staff. Thanks for all your hard work. My daughter had so much fun and is already talking about next year.”

– S. A.,

2010/11 Highlights

Children’s Theatre Presents The Wizard of Oz

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n UJA-Federation of NY’s Partners In Caring at Sid Jacobson JCC continues to grow. This year, the recently rebranded program (formerly known as Partners In Community Care) continued its role as an important community resource, adding a 15th partner synagogue in Temple Israel of Great Neck. Partners In Caring services are now available to over 7,000 families in our North Shore Jewish community.

n Eighty synagogue lay leaders, staff and clergy attended the 2nd Annual Caring Conference. In an effort to help support and strengthen leadership and volunteerism in the synagogues, attendees studied with respected Jewish communal leaders.

n Individual Counseling and Referral: Each month about 100 people contact the Partners In Caring Warmline. Facing a myriad of challenges, including bereavement, marital concerns, caregiving, parenting, cancer and illness, many have received short-term individual counseling or have been referred to Partners In Caring-approved support services in the Jewish and greater community.

n Support Services: Over 250 people participated in a Partners In Caring Support Groups, including Bereavement, Separation and Divorce, Caregiver and Singles. The growing Strength to Strength: Cancer Wellness program is free to the entire community. Strength to Strength is funded by a generous donation from the Beth C. Tortolani Foundation.

n Synagogue Support: Over the past year, we have held parenting workshops in early childhood and religious school programs, held consultations with educators and teachers, performed classroom and student observations and team-taught student classes on issues of values and ethics with educators and clergy. For clergy and synagogue professionals, we have been a valuable resource and tool.

Did You Know?

Partners In Caring has been the leading force in helping build stronger connections

between the JCC, area synagogues and our caring

Jewish community.

“When I lost my husband I didn’t know where to turn. I found help when my the rabbi suggested Partners In Caring. I joined a support group and met others who had similar experiences. In time, I reconnected with friends in the synagogue Sisterhood. I am now active in my shul, at the JCC and recently I began dating. Partners In Caring helped me when I needed it most. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.”

L.C.

Fulfilling Our Mission

PARTNERS IN CARING (PIC)

Jack Nadel Social Services Center2010/11 Highlights

Stuart Botwinick, MA Assistant Executive Director

Susan Broxmeyer, LCSW, ACSW PIC Clinical Social Work Supervisor

Audrey J. Bernstein, LMSW PIC Social Worker

Randy Hight, LMSW PIC Social Worker

Margy Ringelheim, LMSW PIC Social Worker

Clergy, staff and community leaders at the November PIC Caring Conference

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SPECIAL NEEDS

n The After-School Respite Program for students on the Autism Spectrum and other Developmental Disabilities is in its 15th year at the Sid Jacobson JCC! In the fall of 2010, we incorporated components of our award winning BOOST program into the After-School Respite Program. After-school activities are now structured based on the TEACCH method of providing visual supports and activity schedules. The addition of this structure has allowed us to add new activities to the program such as cooking, group games such as Hang-man and Pictionary, and conversation activities designed to help students to improve their social and communication skills. The students and their parents love the changes and feel that it has added new life and more structure into an already wonderful and successful program.

n The Shooting Stars basketball

program continues to grow and is one of the most popular Special Needs programs at the Sid Jacobson JCC! This basketball program on Sunday mornings is designed to teach special needs children and teens the skills of basketball. With the help of over 100 high-school volunteers, who function as 1-on-1 peer mentors, approximately 60 special needs students were able to participate in this program. Some of the older program participants, who have mastered many of the skills of the sport, formed a JCC team and began to compete in games against other teams on Saturday afternoons.

n This past summer at Camp Kehilla, new specialists with expertise in the field of special needs were incorporated including art therapy, music therapy, yoga, dance, drama therapy, and tae kwon do.

n Kehilla Saturdays 2010–2011 really took off its second year. With over 40 kids participating we expanded the program to run twice a month. This program gives a family respite and allows our campers to come to a safe, fun and supportive environment where they get to spend quality time socializing with their Camp Kehilla friends.

n The Special Needs Center, in collaboration with ClearVision Optical in Hauppauge, held its first “Art Angels” art auction reception on March 10. Groups such as the After-School Respite program, Girls Just Wanna Have Fun, Wednesday Adult Social Group and Kehilla Saturday Mini Day Camp program created masterpieces that could be displayed at ClearVision Optical for our Art Auction Fundraiser. The funds

benefited the Special Needs Center. Each artist took pride in their artwork and was excited to be included in something so important.

n On March 26, Special Needs Department hosted “Flame,” the band, live in concert at the JCC. Flame, made up of 11 people with developmental/physical disabilities, is capturing the world’s attention. At the event, there was dancing in the aisles and great music. The band’s performance engaged the audience and everyone began dancing and having a wonderful time. This was truly an inspirational and inclusive evening for all!

The Special Needs Department rocked out at the Flame Concert, a band of individuals

with special needs!

Michelle Laser, LCSW Program Director of Special Needs

Sharon Hanover, MSW Director of Special Needs S.O.U.R.C.E. and R.A.V.E. Services

Danielle Slade, BA Assistant Director of Special Needs S.O.U.R.C.E. and R.A.V.E. Services

Lisa Warren, LCSW Special Needs Center Social Worker

Stacy Denison, BS Assistant Supervisor of After-school Respite Program

Stuart Botwinick, MA Assistant Executive Director

Susan Broxmeyer, LCSW, ACSW PIC Clinical Social Work Supervisor

Audrey J. Bernstein, LMSW PIC Social Worker

Randy Hight, LMSW PIC Social Worker

Margy Ringelheim, LMSW PIC Social Worker

Did You Know?

The Special Needs Department had its first

annual art auction fundraiser, “Art Angels” to showcase

the of over 30 special needs children, teens and young adults. Made possible by a

grant from monies raised at our Auction for Excellence.

Fulfilling Our Mission

“Each day my child spends at Camp Kehilla, I see a renewed strength in him.”

– K.N.

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Paul Isserles, MSW Assistant Executive Director

Gale Kaplan, MS Director of Early Childhood Services

Steve Miller, AAS Assistant Camp Director

Matt Dorter, BFA Assistant Camp Director

n Over the past year, we have continued to improve the facilities at Bernice Jacobson Day School and Camp, including a renovated Arts Pavilion and Junior Sports Fields. Our renovated Arts Pavilion allows campers to participate in new activities such as jewelry making, pottery and woodworking. The Junior Sports Fields gives our youngest campers the opportunity to learn athletic skills on smaller, age appropriate fields.

n Camp Jacobson at Robin Hood (CJRH) had an incredible second summer with over 420 campers, ages 3–17. Each day our campers participated in two daily swims, instructional sports led by Unlimited Sports Action in Port Washington, creative arts programs and interactive theme days. Highlights from the 2010 summer include welcoming three Israeli staff members to our camp and having them teach our campers and staff about life in Israel; Camp Jacobson’s Got Talent, our talent show where staff and campers exhibited their skills; Around the World Day, where campers learned new games and made creative arts projects from various countries; the Drama Club’s production of The Little Mermaid on the main stage at Sid Jacobson JCC; and great entertainers visiting camp, including Mad Science and Unique Entertainment.

n Jewish values and ideals helped guide the programs and activities at CJRH. Social awareness was a common theme throughout the summer as campers and staff participated in the Day of Caring and Sharing, which included making projects for local nursing homes and overseas armed forces; our yearly Walk for Breast Cancer, where our camp community raised over $1,800 for the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer and Sharsheret, a Jewish organization helping those affected by breast cancer; and a School Supply drive helping children less fortunate in the area.

n Over the past year, BJDSC has had over 400 children participate in our year-round activities, including birthday parties, after-school programs, family events and special programs.

n Community Service Experience (CSE) campers gave back to the community by participating in social action projects including volunteering at Stanley Isaacs Center and working with at-risk youth, beach cleanup at Caumsett State Park and feeding and grooming abandoned animals at Double D Bar Ranch.

2010/11 Highlights

Bernice Jacobson Day School & Camp www.sjjcc.org/bernicejacobson

Fulfilling Our Mission

Did You Know?

Did You Know?

Bernice Jacobson Day School &

Camp will be home to a new infant and

toddler daycare program starting in

the fall of 2011.

Two campers practicing dribbling drills at CJRH’s basketball program, run by

Unlimited Sports Action.

“Your staff has been wonderful in getting my son to be involved in activities and meeting the other boys in his group. You have surpassed all of my expectations of what a camp staff is, and I am truly thankful to you for setting my son up for success”

– CJRH Parent of a ten-year-old camper

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Did You Know?

SENIOR MANAGEMENT

Susan Bender, MAExecutive Director

Joni Cohen, BAAssociate Executive Director

Susan Banco, LCSWAssociate Executive Director

Elaine Kobil, MS, MBAController

Stuart Botwinick, MAAssistant Executive Director

Paul Isserles, MSWAssistant Executive Director

Connie Wasserman, LCSWAssistant Executive Director

Sarah Schmitt, MAProgram Director of Membership and Fitness

Gale Kaplan, MSDirector of Early Childhood Services

DEVELOPMENT

Beverly Gelb, BSDirector of Philanthropic Initiatives

Jeannie Cardali, BSSpecial Events Coordinator

PROGRAM STAFF

Tammy Afanasewicz Adult Day Program Staff

Michael AlestraAdult Day Program Staff

Yvette Bergman, MBADirector of Adult Center

Audrey Bernstein, LMSWPIC Social Worker

Margot Brous, MSWMembership Supervisor

Susan Broxmeyer, LCSW, ACSWPIC Supervisor, Clinical Social Work Supervisor

Audrey Dinstell, LMSWConnect to Care Social Worker

Kathy Garneu, LMSWSenior Services Social Worker

Sharon Hanover, MSWDirector of Special Needs S.O.U.R.C.E. and R.A.V.E. Services

Taylor Herbert, MSWDirector of Specialized Programs

Randy Hight, LMSWPIC Social Worker

Elyse Ingber, MLIS Director of Performance and Visual Arts

Peggy Jaeger, BSDirector Connect to Care

Susan Kalman, BATheatre Arts Director

Marshall Kurland, BAAquatics Director

Michelle Laser, LCSWProgram Director of Special Needs

Elyse Miller, MA, LCAT, ATR-BCDirector of Youth Services

Allison Okun, MSAssistant Director of Early Childhood Services

Kate Perelman, BAPublic Relations Coordinator

Margy Ringelheim, LMSWPIC Social Worker

Linda Rosen, BA Connect to Care Administrator

Heidi Roussis, BSAssistant Fitness Director

Adrian Sadowski, BSPersonal Training Director

Susan Seelig, MSFine Arts Director

Debbie SellittiMembership Supervisor

Donna Shulman, BSWDirector of Senior Programs

Danielle Slade, BAAssistant Director of Special Needs S.O.U.R.C.E. and R.A.V.E. Services

Marjorie WallerGroup Exercise Coordinator

Rabbi Lina Zerbarini, M.H.L.Director of Weinberger Center for Jewish Life & Learning

BERNICE JACOBSON DAY SCHOOL & CAMP

Paul Isserles, MSWAssistant Executive Director

Matt Dorter, BFA Assistant Director of Camp Jacobson at Robin Hood

Steve Miller, AAS Assistant Director of Camp Jacobson at Robin Hood

Gale Kaplan, MSDirector of Early Childhood Services

SUPPORT

Christina DunalewiczExecutive Assistant

Janet Engelhardt Administrative Assistant for Special Needs and Youth

Micky FriedmanEarly Childhood Admin. Asst.

Catherine HendricksAssistant Bookkeeping Supervisor

Karen JosephsOffice Manager

Lauren LamboyMembership Bookkeeper

Maureen Merz, AASGraphic Designer

Norma ReisenYouth Services Admin. Asst.

Caren Scherer, BSFull-Charge Bookkeeper

Cassandra SinghAssistant Bookkeeper

Pamela Strenger, BSGraphic Designer

CUSTOMER SERVICE

Kathy ArnouxJanice CruzVanessa EggersMelissa FelsenJustin FriedmanTherese KaplanLarissa MooreLeslie MorrisOlesia PalumboShadena PeelePatricia Schneider

FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

Pat GervasioFacilities Manager

Jimmy O’BrienBJDSC Facilities Manager

Victor FigueroaHousekeeping Supervisor

Julio SoplinHousekeeping

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EXPENDITURES ON A CASH BASIS

FINANCIALS

BERNICE JACOBSON DAY SCHOOL & CAMP

$1,281,167

$1,326,020

$94,759

$209,737

$97,767

$119,262

$1,747,975

$1,654,314 13.8%

14.1%

$2,144,136

$2,171,701 17.5%

17.8%

$1,019,666

$1,395,210

8.5%

11.2%

$1,020,909

$948,427 7.6%

8.5%

10.7%

10.7%

$362,079

$343,272 2.8%

3.0%

0.8%

1.7%

$474,204

$479,338 4.0%

3.8%

$670,133

$550,975

5.4%

4.6%

0.8%

1.0%

CURRENT YEAR PROJECTED 7/1/10–6/30/11 Total $12,429,417 (excluding mortgage and loan principal payments of $830,000)

PRELIMINARY BUDGET 7/1/11–6/30/12 Total $12,027,671 (excluding mortgage and loan principal payments of $630,000)

$48,885

$5,625 0.0%

0.4%

Wenger Center for the Arts

Temporarily Restricted Fund for New Initiatives

(BASICS)

Adults Center

$806,503

$796,800

6.5%

6.6%Senior Center

EXPENDITURES on a cash basis

Camp Jacobson$1,329,341

$1,444,891

10.7%

12.0%

$487,480

$605,512

3.9%

5.0%

CostsSeptember-June

Interest$121,000

$90,000

1.0%

0.7%

Capital Expense$338,000

$410,000

2.7%

3.3%

(other than Camp Jacobson)

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SOURCES OF FUNDS ON A CASH BASIS

$6 million$4 million$2 million

$5,426,015

$5,210,051 40.1%

41.5%

$1,550,000

$1,500,000 11.6%

11.9%

$1,297,390

$1,268,028 9.8%

9.9%

$856,442

$927,807 7.1%

6.6%

$50,000

$55,000 0.4%

0.4%

$82,900

$79,672 0.6%

0.6%

$439,284

$675,326 5.2%

3.4%

$6,550

$6,550 0.1%

0.1%

CURRENT YEAR PROJECTED 7/1/10–6/30/11 Total $12,978,919

PRELIMINARY BUDGET 7/1/11–6/30/12 Total $13,059,856

SOURCES OF FUNDS on a cash basis

BERNICE JACOBSON DAY SCHOOL & CAMP

Fundraising$1,308,275

$1,709,457 13.2%

10.0%(net of direct expenses)

Camp JacobsonProgram Fees $1,794,000

$1,518,028 11.7%

13.7%

September-JuneProgram Fees $249,000

$29,000 0.2%

1.9%

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Thank you to our 2010/11 Contributors(of $500 or More)

2 Feet Productions, Inc.

A Team Drywall LLCA&R Electrical Maintenance, Inc.A. Sanita Concerte & Construction

Inc.Lorraine AaronJoshua AbramsARC Excess & Surplus, LLCAcademy Fence Co. Inc.Accessory ZoneAdams & Company Real Estate, LLCBarbara AlbinderAlfred J. Lippman FoundationAll Island Cleaning Corp.All PointsCatherine AllenAlzheimer’s Foundation of AmericaAmericana ManhassetAmeritrans Capital Corp.Amsterdam House CCRC Elaine

LucchesiAmertex Textile ServicesThe Amsterdam at HarborsideJonathan AnapolJacqueline L. AnscherRuss & Michelle AppelAstoria Federal SavingsAtria Glen CoveAutism SpeaksAxelrod and Cherveny, Architects,

P.C.

B&N Custom Kitchens LLCBWD Group LLCBabylon Iron Works Inc.Bancker Construction Corp.Ron & Judy BaronBarrett Bonacci & Van Weele Cons.Sheila BarthBarry & Denise BassBass Plumbing & Heating Corp.Peter & Judy BaumFlorence BaumoelBedford ContructionBeechwood HomesHoward & Deborah BelfordRobert BenachJack & Susan BenderBenefitMallBerdon LLPSol & Miriam BergDaniel BermanJay & Jill BernsteinBertsand Plumbing Corp.Bill Court RoofingBissett Nursery GroupBlackstone Stationers, IncMichael BlaymoreStanley & Jane BlumRoger & Charlotte BlumencranzEric & Lisa BlumencranzStanley BogenPaolo & Allison Bolognese

Martin BooksteinBorg & Borg, Inc.David & Alice BrandBrentwood Door Co. Inc.Bristal Assisted LivingBert & Muriel BrodskyL Z BrokerageGary & Reina Bronz Painitng CorpJoel & Deborah BrooksLaurel BuchbinderBuilders GroupBuilding Material Corp.Kevin & Lynn BurchPatricia BurnsJames & Debra BuslikJ.E. & Z.B. Butler Foundation

C.A.C. IndustriesCB Interiors, Inc.CLK PropertiesC.M.D. Woodworking Corp.CPI Aerostructures, Inc. C.W. PostPeter & Ilene CalabrettaCambr Charitable FoundationCameron Engineering & Assoc.Camp Isabella Freedman IncCapital OneFrank & Rita CastagnaCastlewood Apparel Corp.Certified Interiors, Inc.Certilman Balin Adler & Hyman, LLPChannel Drive Service Station Inc.Charity Buzz Inc.Shari CherneChubb Group of InsuranceCity and County Paving Corp.Saul & Sandra ClairMark & Susan ClasterAlbert CohenFern CohenHarry CohenMark & Margy CohenNancy CohenRonald & Irene CohenContinental Stock Transfer & Trust Co.Steven & Barbara CooperDeirdre Costa MajorGordon Crane

D&M ConcreteRon DarlingTroy DavidPaul DavidsonDeer Park Stairbuilding & Millwork

Co., Inc.Robert & Lynn DelmanVictor DiasoDistinguished Flooring Inc.The Donna Karan CompanyEric & Marleen DonnenfeldJeffrey & Ileen DoppeltHoward & Lori DormanJess & Eva Drabkin

Drew A. Katz FoundationRalph Schneider & Jean DubsonMorris Dweck

E.D.B. Construction Corp.EarlyBird CapitalCraig EffronGeorge EhrnsteinRichard EisenbergMark & Susan ElowskyEmcor Air ConditioningThe Equity GroupEstelle’s Dressy DressesEstreich & Company, Inc.Evian Aluminum Siding

F&G Concrete & Brick Management Group

The Fay J. Lindner FoundationThe Gould-Shenfeld Family

FoundationAndrew & Audrey FeinerFeinstein Iron Works, Inc.Jaren & Stephanie FeldmanGaspar FerraraFinishing Touches by Lynch

ConstructionRay & Donna FinkelsteinLaurie FinkelsteinFire Sprinkler AssociatesFirst Long Island InvestorsJoel & Irene FisherFishman and Tobin, Inc.Jerry & Judy FishmanDistinguished Flooring Inc.Florence Building MaterialsJoel & Jacki FlorinBob FlynnScott & Laurie FortunoffBarry & Florence FriedbergEric Friedfeld-GebaideRobert & Ann FromerTony FromerScott Fugel

Howard & Judie GanekGarden City SchoolsJessica GarmiseJoseph & Beatrice GartenGassman, Baiamonte, Betts &

Tannenbaum P.C.Genmar ElectricalGershwind Family FoundationThe GezuntersRobert & Shawn GladstoneGladstone Law GroupRobert & Arlene GoldbergGolden Eagle Framing, LLCCori & Sandra GoldfarbAdam & Elise GoldsmithBob & Judy GoldsteinPhilip & Denise GoodmanMichael & Lola GoodsteinLola Goodstein

David GordonCraig & Victoria GothelfThe Gould-Shenfeld FamilyGrace Hidary FoundationAllan GreenblattEstate of Abraham GrossAlice GrossJoan Witkin Gross

Adam & Renee HaberSinclair & Sharon HabermanHampton Drainage, Inc.William & Amy HandwerkerWayne & Leslie HauserAndre & Elisa HazlewoodHealthplus Inc.Jonathon & Susan HeldWarren & Kathy HellmanHenry Doneger Assoc.Herman Kay/Mystic, Inc.Herricks School DistrictSteven & Karen HessHess CorporationAndrew & Allison HollanderRita HornRichard & Heidi HorowitzHudson Insulation Supply of NY LLCHudson Valley Bank

Jodi ImperatoIronshore Management Inc.

J&M Gutter Tech Inc.Howard & Arlene JacobsJacobson Family FoundationMitchell & Kathy JacobsonJafco Group Inc.Scott & Amy JaffeeJet Capital InvestorsJewish Greening Fellowship Isabella

Freedman, Inc.Jewish Social Action MonthJewish Women’s FoundationJohn McGowan & SonsWilliam JohnstonMichelina Jones

K. Moon & Star Inc.Edward & Gwen KalikowAlan & Elizabeth KaplanJeff & Linda KaplanMichael & Dayle KatzIris & Saul Katz Family FoundationKatzman, Weinstein & CoLouis Keller & AssociatesTodd KellerKenneth Cole FoundationKid-FitRita KimmelmanBarry KingstonBeth KirshnerRobert & Caryn KlafterKleet Lumber Co., Inc.Craig & Jill Koenigsberg

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Caleb KoeppelElaine KofskyEric KonigsbergJames & Lori KrantzJerome & Janet KrollWilliam KronenbergHoward & Rosalind KroplickMark Kugelman

L.I.S. Custom Designs, Inc.Jeffery & Nancy LanePatricia LangeLarrin Management Co.Arnie & Jodi LashinCurtis & Jamie LaunerLaura LavinLaw Offices of Ann Margaret CarrozzaLeeds FoundationCharles LefkowitzSteven & Rachel LefkowitzLyle & Karen LeipzigerEvan & Ramona LeonardEdwin & Harriet LevineMark & Susan LevittDavid & Rita LevyDavid & Tracy LevyMichael & Elinor LevyEdwin LevyThe Fay J. Lindner FoundationScott & Jodi LipkinRochelle LiptonJane LondonLong Island Industrial

M&D Concrete Corp.M&T BankDavid & Sondra MackAbraham & Sally MagidAmy MagidLawrence & Millie MagidHoward & Margaret MaierHope MalinManhasset Community FundPhil MarberCathy MarchianoMarcum LLPMorris & Susan MarkGerald & Linda MarsdenMarsh, Berry & Company, Inc.Marvin Azrak & Sons FoundationMaster Cooling & Heating Contractors

Inc.Maximum SecurityMayco Building Servces IncGershon MayerJohn MazzaKevin McAndrewMcReg Industries Inc.Media-Wire Inc.Justin & Erica MeltzerMendels & Assoc.Metro PTDavid & Randi MeyerMarvin MeyerMigdal OhrMichael MinikesPatrick MoffettChris & Tania MongeluzoGerald & Renee MordfinMuller LandscapesMystic, Inc.

Warren & Kathy NadelPat Anderson NashNassau Candy Distributors Inc.Jill NaviaskyNBTYNassau County Department of Senior

Citizen AffairsSteven NelsonSteven & Shari NemiroffNew York Community Bank

FoundationNew York Security Exchange, Inc.New York State Office for the Aging New York State Office of Mental

Retardation and Developmental Disabilities

Newmark Knight FrankMichael & Ronna NiedermanDaniel NirNorth Shore Autism CircleDavid & Sandi Nussbaum

Larry Oskowsky

P&F Industries, Inc.PLV StudioPartners ExecutivePassion for Seniors LLCCorrine PastonPedra Earth MoversPhil & Linda PellerDonna PeltonAmy PepperAndrew & Doreen PeykarSahn, Ward and Baker PLLCEvelyn PollackMichael PrevorProHEALTH Care Associates, LLPLeonard & Marjorie Pugatch

Florence Quinn

RMR Wealth Management LLCStan & Eva RabinovichStanley & Iris Rabinowitz FoundationMark & Jill RacheskyRandi & Clifford Lane FoundationReal Estate Stategies, LTDBonnie & Bennett RechlerRechler Equity PartnersDavid & April ReimerRichard Ian DesignsRichard Kapit CPA PCBernard & Arlene RichardsEric & Lori RichterRidge Abstract Corp.Dennis & Randi RieseEleanor RobertsMichael & Lisa RomeRorrim Mirror Inc.Andrew RosenPaul RosenMichael & Tammy RosenbaumRosenberg Calica & Birney LLPNeil & Lisa RosenfeldStanley RosenfeldRosenman Family LLCMartin & Ellen RosenmanJack RosenthalRobert & Jodi RosenthalRoslyn Rescue Fire Co.Louis Rotella

Jonathan & Stacey RothschildBarry & Marilyn RubensteinBrian & Dara RubensteinCynthia RubinbergMitchell & Susan RubinsteinSteven & Susan RuckerAnita Rudorfer

SK Chilren’s CharitiesSPD Realty Corp.Jordan & Keri SadlerSahn, Ward, Coschignano & Baker

PLLCSamuel Field YM & YWHAAndrew SandlerSandler Capital Harvey and Phyllis Sandler

FoundationThe Mara & Ricky Sandler FoundationBenjamin & Hollis Rafkin SaxJean SchachterKenneth & Marcia SchackMorty & Rebecca SchajaDaniel & Roz ScharfHarvey & Marcie SchechterNorman & Helene ScheferThe Larry & Jane Scheinfeld

FoundationSchiano Bros. Inc.David & Donna SchlessingerEstelle SchlossbergSchroder & Strom LLPBarbara SchubertGary Jay SchulmanHelene SchwartzKent & Susan SeeligSeniors Helping SeniorsRobert & Mindy SettonAlan ShamahShari’s PlaceRichard & Carol SheftSherwood LumberScott & Wendy SiegelSignature BankMark & Gail SilbermanRobert & Denise SilverbergSean & Stacy SimonManinder Singh SethiRichard SkellyEdward & Dorothy SladeMichael & Ruth SladeRichard & Merry SloneHoward & Amy SmithIris and Michael SmithMarnie Naiburg SmithIra & Sydell SmithSoil Mechanics Building Drilling

Corp.Howard SolomonMitch SolomonSouth Ocean Custom FramingSovereign CarpetSpeco TechnologiesSpector GroupStapleton Tree Landscape ServiceStephanie SteinSterling Cabinets Inc.Sterling EquitiesSterling FloorsSteve MaddenLesley & Shirley StierStone Mountain Handbags

Jeffrey & Helaine StraussStuyvesant Fuel Corp.Super Stud Building Products, Inc.Marian SussmanHenry & Debra SuttonBarry & Carol Swidler

TD Charitable FoundationTamko Building ProductsHoward & Jayne TanneyTate Capital Real Estate Solutions,

LLCMark TeichDavid & Alison ThalheimThe Beth C. Tortolani FoundationThe Drew A. Katz Foundation, Inc.The Garden City HotelThree Brothers Electric, Inc.Three Guys Maintenance, Inc.Max & Sandra ThurmBradley & Maggie TolkinTotal Community Management Corp.Town of North HempsteadTriangle Building Products

UJA - Federation of New YorkUnited Fund of Manhasset IncUnited States Office of Juvenile

Justice & Delinquency PreventionUnited Way of Long Island

Van Zeeland, Inc.Vasca Siding, Inc.Josephine VieraVita Painting Inc.Martin Vogel

W.R. Berkley Corp.Jessica WagmanBernice WaldbaumNancy WaldbaumWaldbaum Family FoundationJared & Jocelyn WassermanEli & Audrey WeinbergMichael S. WeinbergerRichard & Elona WeinerDavid & Helen WeinsteinAllen & Erika WeisbergLester & Monica WeissCaroline WeisserGeorge WeltmanHarvey & Judy WertheimGary & Nina WexlerWhole Foods MarketDebbie WilponWilpon FoundationDr. & Mrs. George WisoffJayson WolfeArnold & Carol WolowitzGary Wortmann

Xanadu Landscape Development Corp.

York International Agency LLCYorkshire Stone, Inc.

Richard & Victoria ZecherZoom Media Corp.Adam & Deborah ZuckerGreg & Deborah Zucker

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Our MissionSid Jacobson Jewish Community

Center promotes Jewish identity.

We provide a comprehensive

program based on Jewish values,

traditions, heritage and culture

and are committed to enriching

the lives of all the individuals and

families in our community.

Our VisionWe, Sid Jacobson JCC, serve our community with quality programs and services that promote social, cultural and physical well-being. Our focus is on our community, those we touch directly and those we touch in collaboration with others, but we also value our connection with K’lal Yisrael (the broad Jewish community) and Israel.

We live in a constantly changing world. Our programs and services evolve as our members and their needs evolve. We recognize that serving tomorrow well begins by reaching out today.

We seek to be responsive to all individuals and families in our community in all stages of their lives, to strengthen them physically, spiritually, emotionally and intellectually by promoting social and cultural well being, to nourish our spirit by strengthening our sense of Jewish identity, our understanding of human diversity and our commitment to tikkun olam (repairing the world).

As an organization, we are committed to excellence and innovation — and to inspiring a generosity of spirit that serves to enhance and enrich our community.