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- EIN 44-0545992
- (913) 327-8000
- 5801 West 115th St Overland Park KS 66211 USA
- www.jcckc.org
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Federated Giving Programs, Philanthropy
Mission: To enrich our diverse community by cultivating an inclusive environment built upon jewish values, heritage and culture. We offer programs of excellence that enhance wellness, meaning and joy from generation to generation.
Programs: Sports & fitness: a variety of wellness and fitness programs are available and designed to help members maintain healthier lifestyles. Served over 11,000 individuals this year.
early childhood: daycare center which provides a secure environment that allows children of all backgrounds to reach their full potential. The curriculum, based on jewish tradition and values, is designed to promote self-esteem, independence, cooperative skills and the ability to problem solve. For fiscal year ending 9/30/17, 371 children participated. 65 served in the after school care program.
senior adult: the heritage center has created a gathering place for senior adults age 65 and older. The center operates a five-day-a-week program offering a multitude of programs and classes. From art classes to holiday celebrations, the heritage center caters to all interests. The mission of the heritage center of the jewish community center is to encourage senior adults age sixty-five and older to participate in educational, cultural, spiritual, fitness and social programs in order to decrease the potential for isolation and to increase connection to the jewish community. The focus of the program is on self-determination and self-direction in order to promote independence.