BRIDGEWATER
ANNUAL REPORT 2024
SHIMON AND SARA BIRNBAUM JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER
MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT JOSH WANG
As I come to the close of my first year serving as President of the Board, I have spent a lot of time reflecting on what this year has meant, not only to me personally, but to our JCC family as a whole. Taking on this role was a bit intimidating at first, and I’ll admit, it felt like stepping into some pretty big shoes. But what I quickly learned is what every past president before me must have realized: serving this incredible community is not only doable with the team we have — it’s an absolute privilege.
What a remarkable year it has been! 2024 marked the 25th anniversary of the Shimon and Sara Birnbaum JCC, a milestone that allowed us to celebrate not just one year’s achievements, but two and a half decades of growth, impact, and community building. It was a moment to honor where we came from, recognize how far we've come, and dream even bigger about where we're headed.
Over this year, I have been consistently amazed by the work across every department. Our Early Childhood Center continues to nurture and inspire the youngest members of our community. Camp Ruach delivered another unforgettable summer full of laughter, learning, and memories that will last a lifetime. Our J-CARES intern program helped young adults with special needs build essential life skills, confidence, and independence- a shining example of what inclusion truly looks like. Our fitness and aquatics programs, including our year-round swim team, didn't just help people get healthier - they helped them connect, grow, and become the best versions of themselves. Our Rising Tide Special Olympics swim team also showed the incredible spirit and strength of our community. We have continued to create innovative programs for teens, adults, and seniors, helping people feel a sense of belonging at every stage of life. And just as importantly, we’ve made beautiful upgrades to our building - from the newly renovated bathrooms to improvements at camp and throughout the facility, ensuring that our J keeps up with the times, both in the programs we offer and the welcoming, modern spaces we provide.
Beyond our walls, the JCC’s commitment to Israel and the global Jewish community stood firmly. We stood proudly with Israel through challenging times, bringing over 400 people together for a powerful gathering on the one-year anniversary of October 7. Throughout the year, we hosted numerous programs centered on Israel, including welcoming guests from the Gaza Envelope kibbutzim to share their stories firsthand with our community. One of the most moving moments was hosting the Shufuni band - a group of young musicians from Otef Aza, all survivors and witnesses of the October 7 massacre. Through their music and personal stories, they brought our community to tears and reminded us of the resilience and spirit of Israel’s southern communities. We also proudly recognized Israel’s national days, standing together in both celebration and remembrance. And most recently, we stepped up to help sponsor a weekend retreat for women impacted by the war in Ukraine — living proof that when there’s a need, our JCC answers the call.
Looking back, it’s clear that the JCC has never been just a building - it’s a beating heart in our community. It’s a place where Jewish values are lived every day: welcoming the stranger, lifting up those in need, educating the next generation, standing with Israel, and making a difference far beyond our backyard. Being President during this anniversary year has shown me the extraordinary responsibility - and extraordinary pride - that comes with helping lead such a vital institution. It’s not always easy work, but when you see the impact, when you feel the community come alive within these walls and beyond them, you understand why the generations before us built this JCC - and why it’s our job to protect and grow it for generations to come.
To our incredible staff, thank you for making the impossible look easy. Your dedication, creativity, and heart are why our JCC is what it is today.
To my fellow board members - thank you for your partnership, leadership, and belief in what we are building together. And to every member of our JCC community, thank you for making this place feel like home. Here's to everything we’ve accomplished over the past 25 years - and to everything still ahead.
With pride and gratitude,
Josh Wang
LAURA FRIEDMAN
When I think about everything our community has shared, built, and overcome together, I’m reminded what a true privilege it is to be part of this place.
Looking back - not just at 2024, but at everything we've built and become over the years - I am filled with gratitude. Whether it was seeing our JCares interns cheering each other on at their activities, watching a room full of preschoolers dance their hearts out on Shabbat, or simply catching a quiet moment of connection between two members sharing their stories, our JCC was there. We were there because of the partnership between our board, our staff, and most importantly, you, the people who believe in the power of community.
There’s a quote from Pirkei Avot (Ethics of the Fathers) that has stayed with me: "It is not your duty to complete the work, but neither are you free to desist from it." Every day at the J, we live this idea. We know that the work of building community, of standing up for what matters, of being there for one another, is never truly finishedbut we show up, together, with heart and with hope.
Now more than ever, we feel the urgency and importance of that calling. As we witnessed the pain and suffering in Israel, with so many families torn apart, hostages still in captivity, and communities still rebuilding, we knew we had a role to play here at home. We stood proudly with Israel, educated, gathered, mourned, and supported however we could. And we will continue to do so.
In 2024, we opened our doors wider than ever. We welcomed families searching for connection, children discovering their passions, and individuals seeking strength, support, and joy. We stood proudly by our values, celebrated milestones, mourned losses together, and responded when the world around us called for action and compassion.
I am endlessly proud of how we continue to grow - not just in numbers, but in spirit. Our JCC doesn’t just serve the community - we are the community. We are a place where everyone feels welcome, included, and valuedwhere each person belongs. Being inclusive isn't something we say; it’s something we live every day. And that's because of the people who give their time, talent, and heart: our incredible staff, our visionary board, and all of you who trust us to be part of your lives.
I am especially grateful to Josh Wang, our Board President, for his leadership, passion, and partnership. Working alongside Josh and our entire board has been a true gift, and I look forward to another year of building and dreaming together.
I can’t imagine doing anything else. I love what I do because every day brings new stories, challenges, laughter, and hope. Every hug, smile, and moment of someone feeling seen and celebrated reminds me why I am here. This isn’t just a job - it’s a calling, and it’s a family. As we reflect on all that brought us here, and look toward today and tomorrow, I invite you to take pride in what we’ve built - and to dream with us about what’s still to come.
Thank you for letting us be part of your lives, and thank you for being part of ours. With deep appreciation,
Laura Friedman
“IT IS NOT YOUR DUTY TO COMPLETE THE WORK, BUT NEITHER ARE YOU FREE TO DESIST FROM IT.”
PIRKEI AVOT (ETHICS OF THE FATHERS)
“THE COMMUNITY IS LIKE A TAPESTRYEACH THREAD ESSENTIAL, EACH PERSON IRREPLACEABLE.”
(MIDRASH TANCHUMA, NASSO 12)
JCC PROFESSIONAL STAFF
Laura Friedman
Chief Executive Officer
Paige Silberfein
Chief Operating Officer
Julie Acosta Payroll Manager/ Accounting Associate
Elisa Bowser Sports & Recreation Director
Kylie Breisch Assistant Marketing Director
Topaz Brown Marketing & Public Relations Director
Cindy Elgrably
Graphic Designer & Marketing Associate
Matt Engler Youth & Teen Coordinator
Debbie Golden Chief Development Officer
Alex Itzhak Shlicha
Stephanie Johnson Aquatics Director
Zyta Kania Maintenance Staff
Blaustein Early Childhood Center
Adena Feinstein Early Childhood Director
Liz DeAngelis
ECC Administrative Asst.
Judy Aronoff
Crista Ballow
Pamela Blyskal
Kendra Brenn
Patricia Butrico
Karen Diaz
Alicia Garbagna
Layla Jewett-Deans
Amy Weinstein Asst. Early Childhood Director
Melia Henig, Marci Steinberg PAC Co-Presidents
Stacey LaRue
Jackie Melnick
Kim Miller
Paola Montaner
Tamilyah Morgan
Tatiana Raines
Tiana Rogolifoi
Natalie Ruban
Caitlin Saunders
Riley Shaw
Moriah Siojo
Nancy Smith
Michele Tucker
Brooke Waldman
Erica Waldman
Laurie Weitz
Beverly Woodruff
Ken Kaus Webmaster & IT Manager
Billy Keene Assistant Tide Head Coach
Caryn Kenin
Administrator & Grant Writer
Jessica Kichura Fitness Director
Marilyn Klein Welcome Center Team Member
Lisa Kopman Adult/Senior Director
Ellen McCloskey J Experience Associate
Maribel Mejia Maintenance Staff
Becky Metzger Afterschool Director & Asst. Camp Director
Laura Paniccia Camp Registrar & Accounting Associate
Security
Steve McNally Security Director
JCares
Ellie Willoughby Special Services Director
JCares Mentors
Mike Piel Maintenance Staff
Sarah Pollak
Chief Experience Officer
Carol Sacca
Assistant Finance Director
Alanna Steinberg Camp Director & Jewish Educator
Amy Steinberg
Head Welcome Center Team Member
Jinny Strawderman
Chief Financial Officer
Aviv Wagner Assistant Fitness Director
David White Director of Competitive Swimming
Robert Wojciechowski Maintenance Director
Andy Sun Assistant Director of Special Services
Rene Barry, Shadaisia Bolden, Nurit Dallimore, Lori Garry, Anne Hatos, Jake Hinerman, Mara Hinerman,
Kristina Kassick, Robbin McGeady, Christina Messner,
Melissa Mulvany, Sunshine Munn, Crystal Waters,
John Youssef, Lauralee Davis, Cindy Spencer
Lou Halasz, Stan Kosinski, Vincent Piano
JCC BOARD OF
DIRECTORS 2025-2026
President: Josh Wang
President Elect: David Bernstein
Immediate Past President: Josh Leibner
Vice President-at-Large: Richard Hirsch
Past President-at-Large: Doron Steger
Past President-at-Large: David Bunevich
Past President-at-Large: Geoff Feinstein
Past President-at-Large: Seth Geldzahler
Past President-at-Large: Peter Horowitz
Past President-at-Large: Richard Skydell
Treasurer: Mark Lederman
Assistant Treasurer: Ben Greenfield
Secretary: Shana Enny
Andrea Berkow, Michael Bloomstein, Howard Cohen, Nancy Gorrell, Judy Gross, Melia Henig, Deborah Hercky, Linda Jerrow, Natanya Levitz, Stephen Offen, Nicole Oringer, Jonathan Slass, Sandra Uretsky, Jed Weinstein, Michael Yakubov, Jerry Zweig
Past Presidents (In order of term): Doron Steger, Alvin Levine, Harriet Blank, Barry Ages, Addie Kluger, Peter Horowitz, David Bunevich, Ken Bernstein, Richard Skydell, Seth Geldzahler, Geoff Feinstein, Josh Leibner
Welcome To Our New Board Member
Michael Yakubov
Teen Board Members: Reid Feinstein, Jack Friedlander, Max Kotkin, Lexi Perle, Max Weinstein
A long time resident of New Jersey, Michael resides in Branchburg Township with his wife Rory and their two children Nathan and Olivia. Professionally, Michael brings 20+ years of experience across public policy, higher education, and the private sector. He currently serves as Regional Director at Instructure (Canvas), a leader in higher education learning technology, where he has earned President’s Club recognition three years running.
Prior to joining Instructure, Michael held key leadership roles in higher education, including Assistant Dean at William Paterson University’s Cotsakos College of Business and Dean at Rowan College at Burlington County. He has also previously worked in the New Jersey State Legislature.
Michael holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree from Kean University and earned his doctorate from Wilmington University. In addition to his professional roles, he runs a small consulting firm focused on innovative professional development solutions for corporate clients. Outside of professional work, Michael enjoys writing his book, playing basketball, binge watching anything suspense, and traveling the world.
Welcoming our New Teen Board Member
Max Kotkin
Max Kotkin is a sophomore at Bridgewater-Raritan High School. Last summer he worked as a counselor at the JCC camp. This year he is joining the teen board so he is able to keep contributing to the JCC community. He loves to play sports, read a good book, play videogames, and spend time with his friends. He has a younger brother who is in sixth grade, who is looking forward to the camp’s great Road Rulz program over the summer.
MISSION
The Shimon and Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center will provide a wholesome, nondiscriminatory facility with a wide range of services and diverse programming.
This center is committed to preserving, enhancing and strengthening Jewish identity, fellowship and will work to enrich the Jewish community and the community at large.
VISION
The Shimon and Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center will be a central force in building Jewish community in the tri-county area.
The JCC will enrich the Jewish community by collaborating with synagogues and other organizations and will serve the community by providing diverse and dynamic programs in safe, modern facilities.
The JCC will encourage enthusiastic support within the community and will identify and cultivate leaders, volunteers and professional staff for benefit of the community.
YOUR J BY THE NUMBERS
Membership & Community
• 4,294 Individual Members
• 2,160 JCC Membership Units
• 667 Swim Club Units
• 70,000 Website Visitors
• 2,400 Facebook Likes
• 2,700 Facebook Followers
• 1,763 Instagram Followers
• 54,000 Monthly Instagram Views
• Millions of "thank yous" for supporting our J
• Countless friendships made at the JCC
Early Childhood (BECC)
• 147 Children Enrolled
Camp Ruach
• 624 Campers had their best summer ever!
• 191 Staff Members
• 69 Camp Staff who once were Campers themselves
• 30,849 Ice Pops handed out each summer
• 6 Israeli Staff Members bringing Israel to life!
• 1,300 Shabbat Celebrations over the past 25 years
• Countless milestones celebrated by our youngest learners
Fitness & Aquatics
• 261 Weekly Group Fitness Class Participants
• 1,578 Fitness Warriors working out each week
• 3,632 Personal Training Sessions each year
• 74 Men's Basketball League Players per season
• 28,912 Lap Swimmers annually
• 287 Families participating in Group Swim Lessons
• 109 Aquatic Training School Students each year
• 27 Rising Tide Special Olympics Swimmers
• Over 3,000 Private & Semi-Private Swim Lessons each year
• $6,874 Raised during the 2025 Swimathon, supporting our team and the USA Swim Foundation
• JCC Bridgewater Tide swimmers improved their times this season by a combined 2,577 seconds
J-Cares and Special Needs Programs
• 15,808 Arts & Crafts Projects created by the Interns
• Countless smiles shared!
• 296 Individuals of all ages participated in our inclusive programs
Community Impact
• 50,000 Bags packed for the local soup kitchen over the past 4 years by J-Cares interns
• Hundreds of acts of kindness completed through March Mitzvah Madness
• Hundreds of hours of Adult Learning and Lifelong Education
• Over 6,000 People participated in our Annual Family Fun Community Day and Spring Carnival
• 188 Volunteers making a difference every day
• 196 Families supported through Scholarships for Camp, Early Childhood, Membership, and Programs
• Over 400 People attended our JCC’s 25th Anniversary Celebration
• Family members who "kvelled" at the JCC - too many to count!
Israel and Jewish Life
• Over 300 People attended the one-year marking of October 7
• Over 325 People gathered for Yom HaShoah, Yom HaZikaron, and Yom Ha'atzmaut events
• Over 16 Community Celebrations of Jewish Holidays and Traditions held
• First time participating in Mini and Junior Maccabi Games
• Hundreds attended the Irma Horowitz Film Festival
• Proud partnerships with Beit Grand JCC (Odessa, Ukraine) & Ramat HaSharon Community Center (Tel Aviv, Israel) through JCC Global
Giving and Support
• 347 Donors who gave generously to support our JCC mission
• 63 Community Partners who stood with us
• Millions of moments made possible thanks to your support
HONORING SERVICE AWARD
GOLDEN DEBBIE
Chief Development Officer
Over 25 years of exceptional service to the JCC
It’s almost impossible to talk about the Shimon and Sara Birnbaum JCC without talking about Debbie Golden. She was one of the first to walk through our doors when we opened, and from that very first day, she has been part of the heart and soul of this place.
Debbie didn’t just help create programs and events — she helped create our community. There is a piece of Debbie in almost every department, every celebration, every tradition we now hold dear. Whether it was bringing creativity to a program, ensuring every event had that extra special touch, or making sure no birthday, no simcha, no milestone ever went unnoticed, Debbie’s fingerprints are everywhere. And they always will be.
What made Debbie truly extraordinary wasn’t just how hard she worked- and she worked incredibly hardbut how deeply she cared. About the JCC. About our mission. About our members. About every single person she encountered.
Debbie never did anything halfway. She gave her whole heart- in everything she touched, and in every connection she made. Even the smallest gestures carried enormous meaning with her. It was never about how much she had to offer- it was about the way she made people feel welcomed, included, and cared for, no matter what.
That was Debbie: thoughtful, generous, and always putting others first in ways that left a lasting impact. That was Debbie: generous, thoughtful, and always thinking about others in the quietest, most meaningful ways.
Over the past 25+ years, Debbie became the person everyone loved and trusted- not because she demanded it, but because she earned it. Through her loyalty. Through her kindness. Through the way she showed up for everyone, day after day, with a smile, a red pen, and a readiness to make things better. She celebrated with us, she problem-solved with us, and she lifted us up when things were hard. She took pride in seeing others succeed, and made sure that the little things- the things that really matter- were never forgotten. Her attention to detail wasn’t just about perfectionism; it was about caring enough to make things truly special.
Debbie also brought an incredible sense of humor to everything she did. She could laugh at herself, at the chaos around her, and find joy even in the most stressful moments. That humor, that lightness, made her not just a great colleague but a great friend.
Beyond her professional world, Debbie’s greatest joy is her family- her husband Paul, her daughter Stephanie, her son Brian, her son-in-law Stephen, and her two beloved grandchildren, Hannah and Jacob. Anyone who knows Debbie knows how fiercely and lovingly she holds them close.
As Debbie steps into retirement—a new chapter she has more than earned- we want her to know that she will always be part of this JCC family. She didn't just work here. She helped build something lasting, something filled with heart, something that will continue to grow because of the foundation she helped lay.
Debbie, your love, your loyalty, your laughter, and your beautiful spirit have made us better. We are forever gratefulfor all you have given us. You will always be a part of this J, and you will always be loved beyond words.
HONORING VOLUNTEER LEADERSHIP AWARD
KRAWITZ SANDY
Founding member of the Helen and Sol Krawitz Holocaust Memorial and Education Center Preserving the Past, Inspiring the Next Generation
Sandy Krawitz has been a driving force behind the Shimon and Sara Birnbaum Jewish Community Center’s commitment to Holocaust remembrance and education. As a founding member of the committee that established the JCC Holocaust Memorial and Education Center, Sandy played a key role in shaping its vision from day one. She meticulously researched and gathered the historical content for the Center’s kiosks, ensuring that the facts, context, and lessons of the Holocaust would be accessible to all who visited. Her dedication to preserving history ensures that the atrocities of the past are neither forgotten nor repeated.
The Center holds even deeper meaning, as it was named in honor of Sandy’s in-laws, Helen and Sol Krawitz, both Holocaust survivors. Sol, born in Siemiatycze, Poland, survived the ghetto and fought as a partisan. Helen, originally from Drohiczyn, Poland, survived by fleeing to Russia. Their extraordinary resilience and love for the Jewish people inspired the entire Krawitz family to come together and support the creation of the Center, ensuring that future generations would have a place to learn, reflect, and remember.
Sandy’s connection to the JCC and the larger Jewish community runs deep. She has been part of our JCC family for many years, attending many programs and proudly watching several of her grandchildren grow up at Camp Ruach - one of whom still works here today, helping to create the same kind of meaningful experiences for others. Sandy’s involvement stretches across the community as well, serving on the Jewish Federation board and as an active member of Temple Sholom. Through every role she holds, Sandy shows what it means to invest in the future of the Jewish people — supporting, strengthening, and building community with heart and purpose.
Recognizing a pressing need in Somerset County, Sandy introduced March of the Living to our community. This transformative educational journey takes teens to Poland and Israel, allowing them to witness the remnants of the Holocaust and celebrate the resilience of the Jewish people. Sandy’s passion for this program is evident in every facet—from recruiting participants and engaging with their families to establishing a scholarship fund that ensures financial constraints do not hinder participation. Her dedication ensures that our youth not only learn about history but also carry its lessons forward, becoming ambassadors of remembrance and hope.
Today, nearly a decade after the Holocaust Center opened, Sandy’s commitment remains as strong as it was on day one. She continues to be an integral part of the committee, keeping the work organized and moving forward and inspiring those around her with her passion, leadership, and brilliance. Her tireless dedication ensures that the lessons of the Holocaust are not simply preserved but actively passed down to the next generation.
As Elie Wiesel once said, "For the dead and the living, we must bear witness." Sandy embodies this imperative, ensuring that the memories of the past inform and inspire our future.
We are deeply grateful to Sandy for everything she has built, nurtured, and continues to inspire within our community.
HONORING KOVACIC TOM COMMUNITY PARTNER AWARD
Marketing & Business Development Director at Bridgewater Commons
Building Community Together
Partnerships like the one we have built with Bridgewater Commons don’t happen overnight - they are nurtured through shared values, trust, and a true commitment to the community.
From the beginning, Tom Kovacic, our incredible partner and friend, has been a champion for collaboration, creativity, and community connection.
Our relationship began when Bridgewater Commons created the Community Hub - a space they generously offered to organizations across the area, recognizing the important role they could play as a joining force for the community. We were proud to bring Jewish programming into the heart of the mall, using the Hub to share the beauty and meaning of Jewish traditions through exhibits, holiday celebrations, and educational initiatives. In a world where antisemitism is sadly on the rise, having a platform to proudly and openly share our heritage has never been more important - and Tom and the Bridgewater Commons team understood that from the very start.
As the relationship grew, so did the respect and friendship between Tom and Debbie Golden, our JCC’s longtime Chief Development Officer, whom we are also honoring tonight. Together, they worked to build a true partnership - one rooted not only in logistics but also in shared values, trust, and a genuine respect for each other’s commitment to the community. Their connection is a reminder that strong partnerships are built on both professionalism and heart.
With Bridgewater Township joining the collaboration, our vision expanded even further. Together, we launched two major annual events — the Bridgewater Spring Carnival and Bridgewater Family Fun Dayheld outdoors at Bridgewater Commons and drawing thousands of families each year. These events have become days of fun, connection, and celebration for the entire community, welcoming people from all backgrounds.
Today, our partnership continues to thrive and evolve. One of the most exciting developments has been the addition of a major digital screen at Bridgewater Commons, where we proudly share upcoming JCC programs and events, reaching even more people with messages of inclusion, celebration, and community life.
Tom Kovacic understands better than most the importance of community and partnership. He is a good person at his core — someone who values relationships, believes in the power of bringing people together, and leads with kindness and respect. We are proud to honor Tom and Bridgewater Commons for helping us dream bigger, reach further, and build a more connected community in Somerset County.
COMMUNITY PARTNERS
of Union & Westfield
SAVO SCHALK
Corsini, Warner, Gillespie, O’Grodnick & Fisher
GENEROUS DONORS Impacting the Community
HERO
Atlantic Health System
Bonnie & David Bernstein
Dawn & Gary Bernstein
Family Foundation
Lawrence Beshel
Harriet & George Blank
Lisa Nierenberg & David Bunevich
ERS Charitable Fund
Care One at Somerset Valley Cellares
Chari & Paul Cohen
Foundation for Jewish Camp
Harold Grinspoon Foundation
Andrea & Peter Horowitz
JCC Association of North America
Jeffrey Matthews Group, Adena & Geoff Feinstein
Jewish Agency for Israel
Jewish Federation of West Central NJ
Johnson & Johnson
The Krawitz Family, Jewish Federation of the Lehigh Valley
Andrea & Michael Keats
Laurel Circle
Jill & Eric Lavitsky
Nancy Lee
Josh Leibner
Ministry of Diaspora Affairs and Combatting Antisemitism
Nicole & Keith z”l Oringer
Parker Adult Day Care
Peapack Private Bank & Trust
RWJ Barnabas Health
Root One, an Initiative of the Jewish Education Project
Arthur Roswell
Alison & Steven Saperstein
Somerset County Business Partnership
Somerset Country Community
Block Development Grant
Sherry & Doron Steger
Jessica & Joshua Wang, Manhattan Bagel, Union & Westfield
CHAMPION
Acrisure
Avalon Assisted Living at Bridgewater
Kenneth Bernstein
Michael Bloomstein
Cindi & Bruce Butler
Shana & Chris Enny
Laura & Brett Friedman
Amy & Seth Geldzahler
Nancy & Joseph Gorrell
Carrie & David Goteiner
Sarah & Ben Greenfield
Florence & Bryan Grossman
Joan & Steven Handel
Hunterdon Health
JAG Physical Therapy
Linda Jerrow
Ellen F. Locker & Steven R. Johnson
Sandra & Harold Krawitz
Ronni & Mark Lederman
Susan Marks
Wells Fargo
Mona & Eric Yorke, Somerset Pediatrics
Suzi & Jerry Zweig
PARTNER
Margot Baugher
Beacon Pointe Wealth Advisors
Max Berger
Andrea & Randy Berkow
BMW of Bridgewater
Brandywine Assisted Living at Middlebrook Crossing
Bridgewater Commons
Bridgewater Marriott
Camp Bow Wow, Bridgewater & Middlesex
Canal Walk Homeowners Assoc. Inc.
Beth & Howard Cohen
Hadas & Joshua Cohen
Coldwell Banker, Joseph Peters
Colliers Engineering & Design
Susan & Steven Darien
PARTNER
The Eye Specialist
Liz & Steven Fuerst
Heidi & Steven Ginsberg
Debbie & Paul Golden and Family
Judy & Larry Gross
Marsha & Jordan Heller
Deborah & Peter Hercky
Jill & Richard Hirsch
JML Landscaping, Inc.
Rachel & Joshua Kalafer
Caryn & Jeff Kenin
KF Mechanical
Jordana & Michael Klem
Addie & Larry Kluger
Amy & Eric Lazar
Angela Lee-Helgeson
Natanya & Jason Levitz
Lexus of Bridgewater
The Stephen and Barbara Limauro Charitable Gift Fund
Fiserv, Inc.
Loew & Patel Orthodontics
Steven Madden LTD
Corporate Foundation
Marlene & Bill Maderer
Janine & John Morris
NJ Cyclones
Wendy & Stephen Offen
Lauren & John Paniccia
Paramount FMS
Party Perfect
Performance Rehabilitation & Regenerative Medicine
Lynda Perkins
Freya & Alan Poritz
Pritchard Industries
Allison & Drew Rosenzweig
Mark Schonwetter Holocaust Education Foundation
Paige & Jason Silberfein
Skydell Contracting Inc.,
Monica & Richard Skydell
Marjorie & Jonathan Slass
GENEROUS DONORS Impacting the Community
PARTNER
Elana Steger
StrikeForce Sports Wear, Jon Deutsch
T & R Landscaping, Inc.
Ellen z”l & Scott Teller
Temple Sholom
US Lumber, The Bernstein Family
Sandra & Matt Uretsky
Valley National Bank
Volvo of Bridgewater
Gabrielle & Eric Walborsky
Scott Waldman
Barbara Westerfield
Westfield Pediatric Dental Group LLC
Oscar & Ella Wilf Campus for Senior Living, Inc.
SUPPORTER
Active Disposal Services, Inc.
Adams Rental and Sales
Marianne Adler
Abby & Barry Ages
Howard & Sandra Blank
The BReeze, Audrey Blumberg
Bridgewater Lifestyle Magazine
Paul Butler
Miriam & Michael Carson
Faith & Peter Cornick
Amy & Joel Fischer
Landon Fraley
Rose & Steven Goldberg
Green Brook Family Medicine
Ann Marie Griffin-Ussak
Steve Ho
Sue Horowitz
JK Electric
Gisele & David z”l Joachim
Todd Joki
Josephson and Brenner
Charitable Giving Fund
SUPPORTER
David Kirschner
Klug Realty, Michele Klug
Jolene Kolvites
Leslie Leopold
Roxanne & Bruce Levinston
Howard Lisch
Luxury Bath NJPA
Steve McNally
James Murphy
New Jersey Family
New York Life Insurance Company
Leslie & Josh Ostrin
Shari Pollak
Jessica & Chairoj Raviwong
Raritan Valley Community College
Rartian Valley Country Club
Repair the World
Senior Insurance Solutions, Micheal Lalas
Somerset Learning Center
Shankar Srinivasan
Allison & Doug Silvestro
Stavola Management Company
Jinny & Bill Strawderman
Sunday Ladies -
AA Women's Support Group
Unity Bank
University Radiology
Erica Willoughby
FRIENDS
Julie & Nelson Acosta
Alice & Richard Agrin
All American Gutter Protection
Lauren & Todd Althoff
Sara Andren
Eeugenia Apadula
Joan Arshen
Association Advisors NJ LLC
Margaret & John Batkowski
Darya Bendikiene
Joan Beroth
FRIENDS
Blue Grass Community Foundation
Kylie & Tom Breisch
Sylvie Brian-Charles
Lisa Brodkin
Topaz & Levi Brown
Alexander Butler
Miriam & Michael Carson
CB Pet Market
Kurt Carter
Sheri & Jeff Cartun
Kathy Chapin
Sara Cheslow
Code Ninjas, Bridgewater
Ariele Cohen
Marni Cohen
Volkan Coklu
The Connection Magazines
Carly & Steve Conover
Michele Conover
Hope Cooper
Curtin & Heefner
Nurit Dallimore
Phiroze Dastur
Dataman Group Direct
Ron Decicco
Dave Demmin
Sandy DiGiacomo
Patti & Victor DiSanto
Dreyer's Lumber & Hardware
Joanna & Barry Drogy
Eagle Fence and Supply, Inc
Elkin Family Fund
Josiah Evans
Lulian Feizi
Tricia Ferrara
Kenneth Fisher
Flex School
Floor Coverings International
Robert Frankel
Stacey & Michael Friedlander
GENEROUS DONORS Impacting the Community
FRIENDS FRIENDS
Jeffrey Friedman
Kim & Eric Fromberg
GameU
Odil Ganapolsky
Gigi's Playhouse
Maureen Gill
Arnie & Sarah Gluck
Ellen Goldberg
Evelyn Goldin
Floyd & Sherri Goldman
Janis Golob & Dan Jackson
Victor Gomez
Maria & Baron Goodman
Naresh Gopal
Josh Greenbaum
Patricia Guidi
Linda & Allan Halperin
Kari Hanson
Dahlia Harmon
Bunny Heller
Henry's Fine Jewelry, Inc.
Suzanne Higgins
High Tech Landscapes, Inc
Hoagland, Longo, Moran, Dunst & Doukas, LLP
Jessica & Robert Hoepfl
Caryn Hogan
Holbrook Holdings Inc.
Nicole Imwalle
Michelle Jacoby
Diane Jaeggle
Ruth & Bernie Jeifa
Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Mercer
Jing Jin
Santosh Jiwrajka
Jordan Joachim
Megan Johnston
Babette Jurusz
Joseph Karam
Juan Manuel King-Juarez
Susan Krinsky
Suling Lai
Greg Larson
The Laurel School, The Newgrange School
Jodi & Phil Lederman
Carol Levine & Todd Horowitz
Lynn Levine
Sharon & Aaron Levy
Irene & Steven Lieberman
Susan & Arthur Lippitt
Jean Love
Karen Lutz
The MacNamara Group
Cynthia & Mark Magaletta
Charles Malamut
Mitchell Malzberg
Adrienne Mandel
Marand Group
Diane Mazurkiewicz
Ellen & Shawn McCloskey
Carol McCullagh
Stephen McDonald
Brian McInerney
Sharon & Ron Megdal
Momentum Solar
Kelly & Kevin Morency
Cheryl & Gary Needell
Elaine Nestel
New Jersey Sports Medicine and Performance Center
Janis Oolie
Marjorie Oolie
P and S Medical Group LLC
Alan Palma
Deborah Panayote
Nirav Patel
Denise Perrigino
Pieros Construction
Ashok Pilly
Sarah Pollak
Jackie & Dimitry Polyakov
Beth Ralis
POO Squad Bridgewater
Renewal by Anderson
FRIENDS
Rachel & Jody Rosenberg
Safe Haven Computers
Leslee Scheckman
Cynthia Schneider
David Schneiderman
Didi & Marc Shapiro
Andrea & Dean Sickler
Joey & Scott Silberfein
Rebecca Siskin
Louise Sivori
Beatrice Stein
Amy & Marc Steinberg
Marci Steinberg, Chubb
Straightline Electric
Lillian Swickle
Andrea Tannenbaum
Tico's Marble & Granite
Barbara Tobias & Bob Huggins
Top Line Construction Corp.
Top Care Support
Toshiba Business Solutions
Bruce C. Van Arsdale Funeral Home
Sanjay Vinekar
Beverly Voorhees
Michael Wilson
Alan & Lisa Weinstock
Angela Winfield
Judith Winston
Esther & Edward Yaeger
Chengbo Yin
Denise & Walter Yosafat
Yuxing Yuan
Celia Zeisel
Cheryl & Paul Zelenty
The contributions on this list were donated between January 2024 and December 2024. It is with sincere gratitude that we acknowledge the individuals, businesses, and foundations, as well as federal and state agencies whose significant contributions enable the JCC to provide the excellent caliber of programs and services we offer to all. We sincerely apologize for any omissions or errors.
2024 Financials
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Pat and Sy Appelbaum
Andrea and Randy Berkow
Harriet and George Blank
Michael Bloomstein
Kylie and Tom Breisch
Topaz Weinglass Brown
Adena Feinstein
Geoff Feinstein
Cheryl and Rich Fialkoff
Laura and Brett Friedman
Jonah Friedman
Amy and Seth Geldzahler
Debbie and Paul Golden
Nancy and Joseph Gorrell
Sarah and Ben Greenfield
Florence and Bryan Grossman
Jill and Richard Hirsch
Allison Horowitz
Andrea Horowitz
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Dana Horowitz
Peter Horowitz
Rachel Horowitz
Caryn Kenin
Jeff Kenin
Susan Knopping
Robin Freedman-Kramer
Josh Leibner
Samuel Leibner
Adam Pyle
Art Roswell
Betty Roswell Z”l*
Evelyn and David Rauch
Paige and Jason Silberfein
Monica and Richard Skydell
Sherry and Doron Steger
Alanna and Jason Steinberg
Ellen Z”l* and Scott Teller
Jessica and Josh Wang
Walter and Denise Charitable Trust
Betsy and Bruce Zalaznick