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- EIN 94-3227262
- info@pjcc.org
- 650-212-7522
- 800 Foster City Blvd Foster City CA 94404 USA
- www.pjcc.org
- PeninsulaJCC
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Arts & Culture, Cultural & Ethnic Awareness, Human Services, Judaism, Neighborhood Centers, Religion, Young Mens or Womens Associations
Mission: The Center’s mission is to build a caring and connected community, develop leadership and strengthen Jewish identity and values in a center with an environment that is welcoming to all people at every stage of life.
Results: The PJCC has received numerous awards including: Bay Area Parent Magazine Family Favorites Awards • Gold medal: Best Swim Center for the 4th year in a row! • Silver medal: Best Day Camp J –The Jewish News Weekly of Northern California Readers’ Choice Awards for: • Favorite Health Club • Favorite JCC • Favorite Jewish Day Camp • Favorite Preschool • Favorite Art Gallery • Favorite Seniors Day Program “Get Up & Go” Jewish Community Federation’s Program of the Year nomination for our Older Adult program, Get Up & Go Club Industry’s Fitness Business Pro’s National Best of the Best Awards 2009 for: Best Children’s Program/PJCC Aquatics Swim Program
Target demographics: children, seniors, Jewish culture, community, wellness
Direct beneficiaries per year: 330 children in our Early Childhood Education classes (126 of whom are on scholarship); 990 children and youth (many on scholarship) in our summer camps; 10,000 members; and we touch the lives of 2200 senior households.
Geographic areas served: Foster City, Northern Peninsula
Programs: The PJCC provides programs and services to the San Mateo County community. It includes: Helping the Community: - Early Childhood scholarship program - Grow Justice: Fight Hunger Garden which feeds local shelters - Senior transportation for those who dont drive - Senior social programs and clubs - Pink Ribbon Breast Cancer Recovery program The Early Childhood Education Center: - Award-winning preschool - Full range of infant, toddler, and family programs - Enrichment activities - Year-round, seasonal day camps - Parent involvement opportunities The Youth Programs - After-school programs - Educational, recreational, social, and volunteer activities - Year-round, seasonal day camps - Sports leagues The Koret Learning Center - Life-enhancing programs for adults of all ages - Adult education, lectures, exhibits, and much more - Cultural and fine arts programs - Jewish family life celebrations and interfaith programs