Jewish Community Council of Greater Coney Island

The Jewish Community Council of Greater Coney Island (JCCGCI) is a non-profit organization based in Brooklyn, New York. With 135 employees, the organization has a mission of providing social and human services to the communities of southern Brooklyn and throughout New York City. Established in 1981, JCCGCI has grown into a "One-Stop" center addressing a wide range of social and human service needs. JCCGCI offers a variety of programs and services aimed at supporting individuals and organizations. These include Senior Support Systems, which provide homecare, transportation, friendly visiting, and senior center services for the elderly. Vocational Support Systems offer occupational skills training, work experience programs, and adult literacy services. Educational Support Systems focus on dropout prevention, extended school day programs, and support services for at-risk youth in Brooklyn and Queens. JCCGCI also assists non-profit organizations in New York City through its Nonprofit Helpdesk, providing capacity building technical assistance. Finally, Community Support Systems focus on neighborhood initiatives such as the Cure Violence Program, Urban Neighborhood Services, In-School Conflict Resolution, and Housing Preservation. JCCGCI is recognized as a valuable resource for effective service delivery. Elected officials and other non-profits routinely turn to JCCGCI for assistance in addressing various social service needs. The organization demonstrates its commitment to serving the community by constantly adapting and implementing innovative solutions to meet evolving challenges and unmet needs. For more information on JCCGCI and its programs, please visit their website at jccgci.org.