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MORE THAN A MEAL: HOW JCCGCI’S MEALS-ON-WHEELS PROGRAM IS HELPING HOMEBOUND OLDER ADULTS STAY SAFE, HEALTHY, AND CONNECTED
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 [...]
MORE THAN JUST A RIDE: JCCGCI’S TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM CELEBRATES A RECORD-BREAKING YEAR
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 [...]
OPENING DOORS THROUGH LANGUAGE: HOW JCCGCI’S ADULT LITERACY PROGRAM IS CHANGING LIVES ACROSS NEW YORK CITY
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 [...]
JCCGCI’S RABBI MOSHE WIENER NAMED TO CITY & STATE’S 2026 50 OVER 50 “AGE DISRUPTORS” LIST
We are incredibly proud to share exciting news with our entire JCCGCI community. Rabbi Moshe Wiener, Executive Director of the Jewish Community Council of Greater Coney Island (JCCGCI), has been named to City & State’s 2026 50 Over 50 "Age Disruptors" List — a prestigious recognition honoring leaders across New York who continue to shape and strengthen our city and state through service, [...]
FROM BOARDWALK TO COMMUNITY BACKBONE: THE STORY OF CONEY ISLAND AND THE MISSION OF JCCGCI
For more than a century, Coney Island has captured the imagination of New Yorkers and visitors from around the world. The famous boardwalk, the roar of the Cyclone roller coaster, the glow of Luna Park at night, and the smell of salt air drifting off the Atlantic have made the neighborhood one of New York City’s most recognizable landmarks. [...]
RECOGNIZING THE FRONT LINES: OPERATION H.O.O.D.’S IMPACT AT THE CITYWIDE CMS GATHERING
On February 12, Operation H.O.O.D. (Helping Our Own Develop), a community violence prevention initiative of the Jewish Community Council of Greater Coney Island (JCCGCI), joined nearly 500 representatives from anti-violence programs across New York City for a citywide Crisis Management System (CMS) meeting in Queens. The gathering brought together violence interrupters, outreach workers, and community leaders from organizations across [...]
JCCGCI’S 2025 YEAR IN REVIEW: IMPACT, GROWTH, AND COMMUNITY CARE
As we reflect on the past year, one thing is abundantly clear: 2025 was a year of impact, growth, and meaningful service across every corner of our work. The Jewish Community Council of Greater Coney Island (JCCGCI) is proud to share that our 2025 Highlights of Accomplishments are officially here—capturing a powerful snapshot of the lives touched, communities strengthened, [...]
STRENGTHENING SAFETY, CONNECTION, AND HOPE: VIOLENCE PREVENTION SERVICES IN ACTION THROUGH URBAN NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES
Urban Neighborhood Services (UNS), a community-based program of the Jewish Community Council of Greater Coney Island (JCCGCI), plays a critical role in advancing safety, stability, and opportunity in Coney Island through its Violence Prevention Services (VPS) program. Funded by the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) and with essential support from New York State Senator Jessica [...]
CELEBRATING THE HEART OF JCCGCI: OUR ANNUAL WINTER EMPLOYEE APPRECIATION PARTY
On January 7, 2026, Jewish Community Council of Greater Coney Island (JCCGCI) came together to celebrate the people who make our mission possible at our Annual Winter Employee Appreciation Party—and this year’s gathering was truly one for the books. With more than 100 employees in attendance, we were proud to see triple the turnout from last year, reflecting the [...]
JCCGCI’S CROWN HEIGHTS MESIVTA VOCATIONAL TRACK: BUILDING SKILLS, PURPOSE, AND A STRONGER FUTURE
The Jewish Community Council of Greater Coney Island (JCCGCI) is proud to spotlight the continued success and momentum of the Crown Heights Mesivta Vocational Track, an innovative initiative that is transforming how students engage with education, purpose, and possibility. As we look ahead to the coming year, excitement is building around a program that has already proven to be [...]