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Jcc of Central New Jersey

EIN 22-2667094 · Scotch Plains, NJ

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood72 out of 100GovernanceStrong100 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The JCC of Central New Jersey, Inc. (the JCC) is a not-for-profit community center which serves both the Jewish community and the community at large. As a leader in the community, the JCCs mission is to educate, enrich and empower from generation to generation. (See Sch O)

Income
$15.2 million
Spending
$15.0 million
Spent on programs
81%
Reserves
3.4 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 77%
Employees
580
Volunteers
185
Highest pay
$304,022, executive director

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Good: 72 out of 100.

  • Reserves

    20 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 3.4 months of spending.

  • Debt

    10 of 20

    It owes 37% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    12 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 1% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 7% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    81% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 29 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 100 out of 100.

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    26 of 26 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    15 of 15

    Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Impact evidence

Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.

Programs described in its return (4)
  1. $4.8 million spent. School: The Brody Family Early Learning Center includes infant/toddler care, preschool, transitional kindergarten and kindergarten programs for 292 children. We believe that all children deserve a program that provides a safe and nurturing environment which promotes their physical, social, emotional and cognitive development, while responding to the needs of families. We view children as competent and capable individuals who deserve to be a part of their learning journey. As such, we offer them opportunities and activities that will help them grow and develop their skills. Parental participation is encouraged in classroom activities and the active Parent Committee.
  2. $4.2 million spent. Camp: Camp Yachad ROCKS! Our ROCK solid foundation of camping is what makes Camp Yachad stand above the rest. ROCKS are the values we embrace each and every day at camp and include Ruach (spirit), Opportunity, Community, Kindness and Strength. We serve over 860 campers ranging from 18 months to 14 years. Each summer we offer traditional day camp, travel camp, sports and performing arts programs and a counselor training program. Round-trip transportation is provided, and lunch is included for onsite programs. We are grounded in our Jewish values and infuse them in Camp Yachad programming, but we are also very proud to be a non-sectarian and diverse camp open to everyone in our community.
  3. $3.2 million spent. Community: Theres something about this place. For people whose goals are as modest as shooting hoops in a friendly environment or as ambitious as imparting important values to their children, the JCC is the ideal place to live up to them. Here individuals and families can become involved in community, meet up with old friends and connect with new ones. There are cultural arts classes, programs and events and a state-of-the-art Fitness Center with group exercise classes for adults. In addition to school and camp, children can come to the JCC for our after school program or for a wide variety of after school enrichments. Both youth and adults can participate in sports leagues and enjoy our indoor and outdoor pools. There is something for every age, interest and ability. As a Jewish Community Enter, we are grounded in Jewish values and traditions and believe in fostering inclusion, creating connections and ensuring continuity for our community.
  4. Other Notable Achievements:The JCC of Central New Jersey closed FY202425 with strong financial performance, continuing a multi-year pattern of positive operating results while fully funding the annual depreciation of our fixed assets. This reflects disciplined financial management and responsible long-term stewardship.These results were driven by sustained demand for our core programsparticularly Early Childhood Education and Campalong with strong membership retention and growth. Philanthropic support and solid investment returns further strengthened our financial position.As a result, the JCC enters the coming years in a position of growing financial vitality, well-prepared to make thoughtful investments that will support our people, programs, and campus, and ensure a vibrant future for our community.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.

    Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  2. Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.

    Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.

    Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  3. Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.

    On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.

    Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending June 2025.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since April 1987.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  6. Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.

    Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.

    Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 21, 2026.

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