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- EIN 01-0530420
- (207) 772-1959
- 1342 Congress St Portland ME 04102-2117 USA
- www.mainejewish.org
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Federated Giving Programs, Philanthropy
Mission: To coordinate, promote, and support the jewish philanthropic, benevolent, educational, and communal activities in southern maine. To foster, develop, and encourage agencies as will best promote the welfare of this community.
Programs: Center day camp - the camp was founded in 1948 and is located on 27 acres of sebago lake woodland in windham, maine. The camp serves children of the greater portland, maine area from pre-k through 10th grade with a philosophy that encourages social development, personal growth, group cooperation, and respect for others. The camp season lasts ten weeks starting in late june and ending in august and is funded primarily through tuition fees, with additional funding provided by charitable contributions.
early childhood education - the center operates a nursery school with a mission of providing a place for preschool education for children aged 2 through 5 years old. Funding is primarily through tuition fees, with additional funding provided by charitable contributions.
social and educational programming for children and adults of all ages including lectures, cultural programs and group travel. Advocates on issues related to support for israel and against discrimination locally and globally. Provides funding for local and international social service and educational organizations. Provides a robust social service program, jewish family services, providing food and utility assistance, as well as other services for underserved community members.