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Causes: Arts & Culture, Arts, Culture & Humanities, Education, Elementary & Secondary Schools, Literacy, Physical Fitness & Community Recreational Facilities, Sports
Mission: Lawrence family jewish community centers of san diego county ("lfjcc") is a california 501(c)3)not-for-profit organization that was incorporated in november 1945. The mission of lfjcc is to connect the community to jewish heritage, identity, experiences and values to ensure the continuity and vibrancy of the jewish community. The mission is accomplished by promoting the physical and mental well-being of the community and offering a rich array of stimulating and innovative social, cultural, educational, and recreational programs and services lfjcc is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for san diego's diverse jewish community and the greater general community.
Programs: Form 990, part iii, line 4a - program service accomplishmentsqualcomm sports, fitness & aquatics complex:* jacobs fitness center is a 3,000 square foot facility with state-of-the-art cybex and paramount strength and precor and star trac cardiovascular equipment. In addition, the jacobs fitness center includes certified personal trainers, massage therapy, fitness classes, pilates training, babysitting and aerobic and dance studios. * albert a. Huntler tennis center consists of four lighted, hard surface courts. In addition, there is an on-staff teaching pro, adult and junior group clinics, individual lessons, tournaments and socials and summer camps. * friedenberg olympic pool is an outdoor heated pool. In addition, there is a jacuzzi, wading pool for children, masters swim program and youth swim team. * jacobs family gymnasium consists of an nba regulation basketball court. * mandell weiss eastgate park is a lighted multi-purpose field with an utdoor amphitheater and a picnic and barbecue area. The field is used for men's and coed softball leagues and soccer and flag-football leagues.
early childhood educationlawrence family jewish community center early childhood education program is designed to develop the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual well-being of each child through our developmental milestone curriculum. The focus is on creating a safe and nurturing environment which offers opportunities for exploration and discovery. The program has been structured to develop curiosity, imagination, self-esteem, caring for others, and the ability to play both cooperatively and independently. The program is committed to expanding community access to recreational and social programs for children with disabilities.
form 990, part iii, line 4c - program service accomplishmentsyouth and teen programsthe youth department at lfjcc provides a nurturing and safe environment, a caring and professional staff, and enriching and quality programs for youth k-6. The department offers a wide variety of programs to ensure that the perfect activity is available to meet the child's interests and parent's schedule. Programs consist of:* j-team after school enrichment program* summer and spring break camps* youth activities* special programs* enrichment classes* sports programslawrence family jewish community center's teen department hosts a variety of enriching events and leadership opportunities while bringing together teens of diverse backgrounds from all over san diego. The programming establishes a strong jewish community for teens and allows participants to develop into emotionally well-rounded leaders of the future.