2024 Annual Report

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

MESSAGE FROM THE

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

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 finished but 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 valued where 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 TAPESTRY EACH 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

Ken Kaus Mike Piel Webmaster & IT Manager Maintenance Staff Sarah Pollak Billy Keene Chief Experience Officer Assistant Tide Head Coach Carol Sacca Caryn Kenin Administrator & Grant Writer Assistant Finance Director Alanna Steinberg Jessica Kichura Camp Director & Fitness Director Jewish Educator Marilyn Klein Amy Steinberg Welcome Center Head Welcome Center Team Member Team Member Lisa Kopman Jinny Strawderman Adult/Senior Director Chief Financial Officer Ellen McCloskey Aviv Wagner J Experience Associate Assistant Fitness Director Maribel Mejia David White Maintenance Staff Director of Becky Metzger Competitive Swimming Afterschool Director & Robert Wojciechowski Asst. Camp Director Maintenance Director Laura Paniccia Camp Registrar & Accounting Associate

Blaustein Early Childhood Center

Security

Adena Feinstein Early Childhood Director Liz DeAngelis ECC Administrative Asst.

JCares

Amy Weinstein Asst. Early Childhood Director Melia Henig, Marci Steinberg PAC Co-Presidents

Caitlin Saunders Stacey LaRue Judy Aronoff Riley Shaw Jackie Melnick Crista Ballow Moriah Siojo Kim Miller Pamela Blyskal Paola Montaner Nancy Smith Kendra Brenn Tamilyah Morgan Michele Tucker Patricia Butrico Brooke Waldman Tatiana Raines Karen Diaz Tiana Rogolifoi Erica Waldman Alicia Garbagna Laurie Weitz Layla Jewett-Deans Natalie Ruban Beverly Woodruff

Lou Halasz, Stan Kosinski, Vincent Piano Steve McNally Security Director

Ellie Willoughby Special Services Director

Andy Sun Assistant Director of Special Services

JCares Mentors 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

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

Teen Board Members: Reid Feinstein, Jack Friedlander, Max Kotkin, Lexi Perle, Max Weinstein

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 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

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!

Early Childhood (BECC)

• 147 Children Enrolled • 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

YOUR J BY THE NUMBERS 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

SERVICE AWARD

HONORING

DEBBIE GOLDEN 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.

VOLUNTEER LEADERSHIP AWARD

HONORING

SANDY KRAWITZ 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.

COMMUNITY PARTNER AWARD

HONORING

TOM KOVACIC

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 Day held 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

BMW of

Bridgewater

JCC Association of North America

of Union & Westfield

PLANETARIUM

SAVO SCHALK

Corsini, Warner, Gillespie, O’Grodnick & Fisher

Somerset Country Community Block Development Grant

Community Partners supporting the JCC with Annual Donation of $1,000 or more.

GENEROUS DONORS Impacting the Community

HERO

CHAMPION

PARTNER

The Eye Specialist Atlantic Health System Acrisure Liz & Steven Fuerst Bonnie & David Bernstein Avalon Assisted Living Heidi & Steven Ginsberg Dawn & Gary Bernstein at Bridgewater Debbie & Paul Golden Family Foundation Kenneth Bernstein and Family Lawrence Beshel Michael Bloomstein Judy & Larry Gross Harriet & George Blank Cindi & Bruce Butler Marsha & Jordan Heller Lisa Nierenberg & David Bunevich Shana & Chris Enny Deborah & Peter Hercky ERS Charitable Fund Laura & Brett Friedman Jill & Richard Hirsch Care One at Somerset Valley Amy & Seth Geldzahler JML Landscaping, Inc. Cellares Nancy & Joseph Gorrell Rachel & Joshua Kalafer Chari & Paul Cohen Carrie & David Goteiner Caryn & Jeff Kenin Foundation for Jewish Camp Sarah & Ben Greenfield KF Mechanical Harold Grinspoon Foundation Florence & Bryan Grossman Jordana & Michael Klem Andrea & Peter Horowitz Joan & Steven Handel Addie & Larry Kluger JCC Association of North America Hunterdon Health Amy & Eric Lazar Jeffrey Matthews Group, JAG Physical Therapy Angela Lee-Helgeson Adena & Geoff Feinstein Linda Jerrow Natanya & Jason Levitz Jewish Agency for Israel Ellen F. Locker & Steven R. Johnson Lexus of Bridgewater Jewish Federation of West Central NJ Sandra & Harold Krawitz The Stephen and Barbara Johnson & Johnson Ronni & Mark Lederman Limauro Charitable Gift Fund The Krawitz Family, Jewish Federation Susan Marks Fiserv, Inc. of the Lehigh Valley Wells Fargo Loew & Patel Orthodontics Andrea & Michael Keats Mona & Eric Yorke, Steven Madden LTD Laurel Circle Somerset Pediatrics Corporate Foundation Suzi & Jerry Zweig Jill & Eric Lavitsky Marlene & Bill Maderer Nancy Lee PARTNER Janine & John Morris Josh Leibner Margot Baugher NJ Cyclones Ministry of Diaspora Affairs and Beacon Pointe Wealth Advisors Wendy & Stephen Offen Combatting Antisemitism Max Berger Lauren & John Paniccia Nicole & Keith z”l Oringer Andrea & Randy Berkow Paramount FMS Parker Adult Day Care BMW of Bridgewater Party Perfect Peapack Private Bank & Trust Brandywine Assisted Living Performance Rehabilitation RWJ Barnabas Health at Middlebrook Crossing & Regenerative Medicine Root One, an Initiative of the Bridgewater Commons Lynda Perkins Jewish Education Project Bridgewater Marriott Freya & Alan Poritz Arthur Roswell Camp Bow Wow, Pritchard Industries Alison & Steven Saperstein Bridgewater & Middlesex Somerset County Business Partnership Canal Walk Homeowners Assoc. Inc. Allison & Drew Rosenzweig Mark Schonwetter Holocaust Somerset Country Community Beth & Howard Cohen Education Foundation Block Development Grant Hadas & Joshua Cohen Paige & Jason Silberfein Sherry & Doron Steger Coldwell Banker, Joseph Peters Skydell Contracting Inc., Jessica & Joshua Wang, Colliers Engineering & Design Monica & Richard Skydell Manhattan Bagel, Union & Westfield Susan & Steven Darien 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

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

FRIENDS

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.

Legacy Society Supporter

2024 Financials Revenue and Support

Fundraising & Contributions Membership Dues Program Revenue Other Income & Grants

7.72% 16.82% 69.92% 5.54%

Total

100.00%

Expenses

Programs and Services Management, General and Fundraising Occupancy/Maintenance including Depreciation

58.28%

Total Expense

100.00%

Revenue Sources

28.17% 13.55%

Expenses

Program Revenue, 69.92%

Program and Services, 58.28%

Membership Dues, 16.82% Fundraising & Contributions, 7.72% Other Income & Grants, 5.54%

Management, General & Fundraising, 28.17% Occupancy/Maintenance, 13.55% including Depreciation

All of the above are unaudited financials.

A LEGACY IS FOREVER...

Be remembered forever in the community with a gift in your will, trust, retirement account or life insurance policy.

We thank our Legacy Society for securing our future.

Anonymous Anonymous Anonymous 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

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

*This person reached beyond his/her own life to enrich the future. They left the world a little better than they found it. May their memory be a blessing.

Jewish Legacy Fund of west-central nj

ssbjcc.org/legacy