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The Jewish Community Council of Greater Coney Island (JCCGCI) is proud to announce a major expansion of its after-school programming, bringing critical educational enrichment, mentorship, and youth development opportunities to even more children and families throughout Crown Heights and Brooklyn. JCCGCI has officially been awarded a close to $15 million, six-year grant under the New York City Department of [...]

On Friday, March 20th, Samantha Ross, Director of JCCGCI’s Urban Neighborhood Services (UNS) program, was honored at Senator Jessica Scarcella-Spanton’s Women’s History Month Celebration in recognition of her leadership, dedication, and ongoing impact within the South Brooklyn community. The celebration recognized women from neighborhoods across the district who have made meaningful contributions to their communities through service, leadership, advocacy, [...]

On the evening of April 23, 2026, the Jewish Community Council of Greater Coney Island (JCCGCI), in partnership with The Blue Card, hosted a meaningful Yom HaShoah Commemoration bringing together Holocaust survivors, community members, staff, and guests for an evening dedicated to remembrance, testimony, and reflection. Held in a warm and intimate setting at Merkaz Hasimcha in Brooklyn, the [...]

This Pesach season, the Jewish Community Council of Greater Coney Island (JCCGCI) once again demonstrated the power of community coming together to ensure that no one is left behind during the holidays. Through our annual Pesach Food Distribution, we were able to provide 900 bags of essential food items to older adults in our community, the majority of whom [...]

The Jewish Community Council of Greater Coney Island (JCCGCI) is honored to announce its selection as a recipient of the 2026 Community Project Grants to Prevent and Address Bias and Hate, awarded by the New York City Office for the Prevention of Hate Crimes (OPHC), the New York City Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice, and the New York City [...]

Pictured Above: Senior staff from Apple Bank volunteer in support of a Jewish Community Council of Greater Coney Island (JCCGCI) food package distribution program At JCCGCI, impact is never created alone. It is built through partnership, generosity, shared purpose, and a deep commitment to strengthening communities across New York City. Every program we run, every individual we serve, and [...]

At JCCGCI, we believe that strong nonprofits build strong communities. One of the most impactful ways we bring this belief to life is through our NonProfit HelpDesk (NPHD), a flagship initiative designed to strengthen, support, and elevate nonprofit organizations across New York City. JCCGCI’s NonProfit HelpDesk (NPHD) was founded in 1992 at the request of the Honorable Gladys Carrion, [...]

For thousands of older adults across New York City, remaining at home is deeply connected to independence and quality of life. But for many homebound older adults, everyday tasks that once felt routine -  grocery shopping, preparing meals, or even leaving the house safely - can become overwhelming challenges. As mobility limitations, chronic illness, financial hardship, and social isolation [...]

For many older adults, something as simple as getting from one place to another can become one of the greatest barriers to independence. A doctor’s appointment, a visit to the grocery store, attending a class at an older adult center, or even seeing family can suddenly feel out of reach when mobility challenges, distance, or limited transportation options stand [...]

For many immigrants arriving in New York City, learning English is not simply about language. It is about independence, opportunity, and the ability to fully participate in everyday life. It can mean securing stable employment, navigating healthcare systems, communicating with a child’s teacher, or taking the first step toward citizenship. At the Jewish Community Council of Greater Coney Island [...]