Jewish Community Center

From its first inception in the early 1930s, 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. Please click here to view our LIFE & LEGACY 2018 donor list.

A Night in Vegas

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Film Festival

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Cultural Arts & Book Festival

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Preschool

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Women’s Seder

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Camp Shalom

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Programs A-Z

A Night in Vegas

A lively evening of games, music, and great company is the Jewish Community Center (JCC) of Greater Dayton’s Annual Fundraiser.

BBYO

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

Camp Shalom Summer & Winter Camp

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

Children’s Theatre

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

Community Chanukah Party

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

Cultural Arts and Book Festival (CABF)

The Cultural Arts & Book Festival 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.

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.

Tuesdays at the JCC

The JCC is open late on Tuesday evenings in order to host a myriad of classes, from Krav Maga to Improv and Zumba, there's something for everyone!

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.

Our 2018 LIFE & LEGACY Donors

Elaine and Joe Bettman

Rabbi Judy Chessin

Michele and Jay Dritz

Jacob Elder

Kathryn Elder

Cathy Gardner

Mike and Rochelle Goldstein

Mark and Kathy Gordon

Dr. Heath Gilbert

Rachel Gilbert

Ronald M. Gilbert

Shirlee Gilbert

Gary Hochstein

Jane Hochstein

Beverly A. Louis

David and Joan Marcus

Gary and Lisa Pavlofksy

Janese and Daniel Sweeny

Tim Sweeny

Melissa Sweeny

March 12 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Jewish Community Center