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samanthak@jcceastbay.org / 510.848.0237, ext. 112
samanthak@jcceastbay.org / 510.848.0237, ext. 112
JCC EAST BAY AND CONTRA COSTA JCC ENTER STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP TO EXPAND JEWISH PROGRAMMING ACROSS THE GREATER EAST BAY
[Berkeley, CA, May 13, 2019] The Jewish Community Center of the East Bay (JCCEB) and The Contra Costa Jewish Community Center (CCJCC) have signed an agreement to jointly offer community, cultural, and educational programs and services in Contra Costa County and Eastern Alameda County. Each JCC will remain independent, with this agreement focused on program collaboration and new content development.
"By working together, our two independent JCC will be able to significantly strengthen and expand connections to Jewish life and values in the East Bay,” said JCCEB board president Steven Douglas.
The two organizations will collaborate over the next year through a variety of co-branded initiatives, including shared marketing, events, and custom programming, including:
Co-producing salons and gatherings in Contra Costa County and Eastern Alameda County that extend the thought-provoking and civic-minded missions of both institutions, and collaborating on transformative programming for all ages, including the JCC Maccabi Games, camp, young adult initiatives, and holiday celebrations.
“I’m thrilled to extend the reach of both JCCs and increase our collective ability to advance Jewish life in the East Bay,” said interim CEO Samantha Kelman. “These cooperative efforts will enrich the communities served by each JCC.”
Larry Jacobs, President of the Contra Costa JCC adds, “The Contra Costa JCC is proud to add new programming and opportunities for community engagement to its successful Under One Tent series. I am particularly excited about adding more programs for our youth and young adults throughout Contra Costa”.
About the JCC East Bay
The JCC East Bay creates healthy communities inspired by Jewish values, culture, and tradition. We provide programs and gathering spaces throughout the East Bay to advance, nurture, and evolve Jewish communal life and contribute to the vitality of the broader community. The JCC proudly serves and reflects the diverse residents of the East Bay.
The Center’s core programs include provocative cultural events featuring emerging and established artists and thinkers; award-winning early childhood education and parenting support; lifelong learning and older adult services; youth activities including four afterschool programs and summer camp; as well as inclusive Jewish holiday celebrations for all ages.
For more information on upcoming programs, to register for any event, the JCC Maccabi Games, Preschool or camp, please visit http://www.jcceastbay.org/.
About the Contra Costa JCC
The CCJCC is proud to celebrate its 43rd anniversary this year. Our goal as an organization is to help create a thriving community based on Jewish culture and values, and to serve as a welcoming doorway to greater involvement in Jewish life through partnerships with local organizations. Our “without walls” approach allows us to serve populations throughout Contra Costa County and Eastern Alameda County.
For information about the Under One Tent Series or the CCJCC please visit www.ccjcc.org
