Jewish Community Center

From its first inception in the early 1920s, the JCC of Greater Dayton has been integral to the Dayton Jewish community. As a social hub, activity center, and immersive cultural portal, the JCC is here for everyone.

Jewish Community Center Mission

The Jewish Community Center of Greater Dayton provides a universal sense of belonging in the hearts and minds of Greater Jewish Dayton. The creative programming ideas educate and impart Jewish values to all members of the community, regardless of age, creed, nationality, or religion.

The Jewish Community Center would like to thank our LIFE & LEGACY donors for their support. Your legacy gift will allow the JCC to provide outstanding programs and events to keep our community vibrant for years to come.

Programs A-Z

BBYO

BBYO is the leading pluralistic teen movement aspiring to involve more Jewish teens in more meaningful Jewish experiences.

Camp Shalom

At Camp Shalom, we encourage self-discovery and inspire confidence, providing a framework for lasting memories and friendships.

Community Chanukah Party

The JCC hosts a community wide Chanukah celebration for all ages.

Cultural Arts and Book Series (CABS)

The Cultural Arts & Book Series educates and entertains every year, offering outstanding programming that promotes awareness, appreciation and pride in the diversity of the Jewish people and community.

Dayton Jewish Film Festival

Held annually in early summer, The Dayton Jewish Film Festival brings the best in Jewish and Israeli cinema to greater Dayton. Every year, our festival features an internationally award-winning selection of feature and documentary films.

Israel Independence Day (Yom Ha’atzmaut)

A community wide celebration to commemorate the establishment of the state of Israel.

Junior Youth Group (JYG)

The Dayton Jewish Youth Group is for all Jewish preteens and teens in grades 6-8. They meet once a month during the school year for fun, social and Jewish programs.

LIFE & LEGACY Program

Through training, support and monetary incentives, LIFE & LEGACY motivates Jewish organizations to secure legacy gifts, steward donors and integrate legacy giving into the philanthropic culture of the Jewish community.

Maccabi

Join 3,000 Jewish teen athletes from around the globe at the world's largest Jewish youth sporting event.

Preschool

The JCC's Early Childhood Care & Education at the Boonshoft CJCE in Centerville offers facilities especially designed for the young child. Open to children ages 6 weeks – kindergarten, our center provides top-notch care and education while connecting students to Judasim.

Women’s Seder

A meaningful experience of feminine solidarity, collaborate with women from different synagogues, as well as the Dayton community, to share and celebrate the holiday of Passover with other women.

Youth Theatre

The JCC Youth Theatre is a program where children in grades 3-12 can challenge and express themselves through the theatrical arts.

Executive Director, JCC
Marc Jacob
Phone: 937-401-1545
Email: mjacob@jfgd.net

Contact the Jewish Community Center

The JCC Preschool Flower Sale

The JCC Preschool is now taking orders for the Annual Flower Sale. Beautiful flowers and plants from Furst the Florist. Perfect gift for Mother's Day or any day! Choose from: Annual flats 4.5" Potted plants 12" Hanging baskets 3" Accent plants Veggies Patio pots...

2023 JCC Maccabi Games

JCC Maccabi® 2023 Is Going to Israel and Ft. Lauderdale, Florida! In the summer 2023, 3,000 Jewish teen athletes, representing communities from across the globe, will come together to experience the magic of JCC Maccabi, the world’s largest Jewish youth sports event....

New Enhanced Safety at the Neon

The Neon is utilizing a hospital-grade air filtration units in addition to their robust cleaning practices as a part of their Corona Virus protocols.

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Jewish Family Services Goes to Camp Shalom…TWICE! 17 July 2024
This is What Success Looks Like 26 June 2024
2024 Presidents Dinner was a Success! 10 June 2024
Don’t Miss This Opportunity! 31 May 2024

Jewish Observer

Springfield mayor ejects Blood Tribe member for sounding threatening at Aug. 27 city commission meeting

By Marshall Weiss, The Dayton Jewish Observer During public comments at Springfield’s Aug. 27 city commission meeting, Mayor Rob Rue cut off and ejected a man who identified himself as the leader of the neo-Nazi Blood Tribe group that marched with rifles in Springfield on Aug. 10. The Blood Tribe The post Springfield mayor ejects Blood Tribe member for sounding threatening at Aug. 27 city commission meeting appeared first on The Dayton Jewish Observer. [...]

Hate on parade in Springfield

It’s legal to openly carry guns in Ohio, individually or as a group. But what about aiming them at bystanders? By Marshall Weiss, The Observer Springfield Chief of Police Allison Elliott says her department was prepared for whatever might come its way on a hectic Saturday, Aug. 10. “This is The post Hate on parade in Springfield appeared first on The Dayton Jewish Observer. [...]

Kettering couple brought healing touch to Israel this summer

An interview with pediatric ophthalmologist Dr. Mike Bloom & educator Amy Bloom By Marshall Weiss, The Observer This summer, the Times of Israel reported that since the start of the Israel-Hamas war, approximately 400 physicians and 30 health professionals from the United States and other countries have volunteered in Israel The post Kettering couple brought healing touch to Israel this summer appeared first on The Dayton Jewish Observer. [...]

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