The Jewish Renaissance Foundation (Jrf)
The Jewish Renaissance Foundation (Jrf)
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About this organization
Mission
The Jewish Renaissance Foundation (JRF) is a non-profit nonsectarian organization founded by individuals who feel compelled to act upon the teachings of the Jewish faith. We believe as citizens in a democratic society, we must respond to the needs of our neighbors and share our talents and resources. The JRF is committed to helping individuals/families become healthier and stronger.
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EDUCATION AND CHILDCARESTUDENTS AT PERTH AMBOY HIGH SCHOOL GET HELP DEALING WITH THE CAUSES OF STRESS THAT COULD JEOPARDIZE THEIR ABILITY TO GRADUATE. THE PROGRAM IS AVAILABLE TO ALL STUDENTS, FROM FRESHMAN TO SENIOR. IT ALSO HELPS STUDENTS FIND THEIR WAY TOWARD FURTHER EDUCATION OR POST-HIGH SCHOOL EMPLOYMENT.1. SCHOOL BASED YOUTH SERVICES PROGRAM (SBYSP)EVERY YEAR SBYSP SERVES 300 HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS. SBYSP'S COMPREHENSIVE "ONE-STOP" SHOPPING DESIGN HELPS YOUNG PEOPLE OBTAIN SERVICES AND SUPPORT. SBYSP PROVIDES AN ARRAY OF EMPLOYMENT, PREVENTATIVE HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICES, LEARNING SUPPORT, HEALTHY YOUNG DEVELOPMENT, PREGNANCY PREVENTION AND RECREATION. SBYSP ALSO OFFERS SERVICE LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES, AID TO STUDENTS IN COMPLETING THEIR FAFSA, CONFLICT RESOLUTION, COLLEGE PREP, COUNSELING AND LIFE SKILLS.2. AMERICORPSAMERICORPS OFFERS A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY TO VOLUNTEERS AND SERVICE PROFESSIONALS. JRF HOSTS AMERICORPS MEMBERS AT ALL LOCATIONS. MEMBERS ASSIST IN DAY TO DAY WORK AND FILL IN SERVICE GAPS THAT MAY BE MISSING. AMERICORPS MEMBERS AT JRF BECOME ENGRAINED IN THE CULTURE OF THE NON-PROFIT WORK AND DEVELOP PROFESSIONAL SKILLS TO CARRY ALONG INTO THE FUTURE. MEMBERS WORK ON THE ADMINISTRATIVE LEVEL AS WELL AS DIRECT CLIENT CONTACT. IN CERTAIN INSTANCES, AMERICORPS MEMBERS HAVE HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO HELP BUILD AND START-UP THE WORK IN A NEW BRANCH OR LOCATION. THE OPPORTUNITIES AT THE JRF ARE ENDLESS.3. ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION INSTITUTE (AEI)A PROGRAM DESIGNED TO SUPPORT AND AID COURT INVOLVED, FORMERLY INCARCERATED AND DISCONNECTED YOUTH BETWEEN THE AGES OF 16 TO 25. AEI ENGAGES THE YOUTH TO RECONNECT WITH THE COMMUNITY THROUGH SERVICE AND SERVICE LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES. THE CURRICULUM FOCUSES ON MATH, SCIENCE, SOCIAL STUDIES, ENGLISH, READING AND WRITING. STUDENTS ALSO DEVELOP CAREER SKILLS AND PARTICIPATE IN COMMUNITY SERVICE. THE GOAL OF AEI IS TO HELP STUDENTS WORK TOWARD OBTAINING THEIR NJ STATE HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA/GED. ONCE COMPLETED, THE PROGRAM CONTINUES TO ASSIST YOUNG ADULTS WITH ENTRANCE INTO POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION, TRADE SCHOOL AND/OR GAINFUL EMPLOYMENT.
Interesting data from their 2019 990 filing
The non-profit's aim, as indicated in the filing, is “The jewish renaissance foundation, inc. (jrf) is non-profit non-sectarian organization founded by individuals who feel compelled to act upon the teachings of the jewish faith. we believe as citizens in a democratic society, we must respond to the needs of our neighbors and share our talents and resources. the jrf is committed to helping individuals/families become healthier and stronger.”.
When referring to its functions, they were specified as: “The jewish renaissance foundation, inc., a non-sectarian and non-profit organization which raises funds to provide health and human services and help strengthen families here and abroad regardless of background or economic status.”.
- The non-profit has reported their operating state as NJ, as required by law.
- As stated in the filing, the non-profit's address in 2019 was 149 KEARNY AVENUE, PERTH AMBOY, NJ, 08861.
- The non-profit's form reports a total of 79 employees as of 2019.
- Is not a private foundation.
- Expenses are greater than $1,000,000.
- Revenue is greater than $1,000,000.
- Revenue less expenses is -$113,515.
- The organization has 9 independent voting members.
- The organization was formed in 1996.
- The organization pays $2,108,741 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
- The organization pays $86,846 in fundraising expenses.