​While the JCC is open to people of all faiths, Jewish values inform all of our programs and services. These values may come from Jewish roots, but they are universal; core values include respect, kindness, and helping those in need.

We offer many programs that celebrate Jewish culture and heritage, including family celebrations of holidays like Chanukah, Purim, Passover, and Sukkot. For teens, our schlicha, Ester, runs Jewish culture clubs at several high schools throughout the Island.

The JCC runs Hillel of Staten Island through a management agreement. You can learn more about Hillel here.

We also host Jewish events through our Dr. Esther Grushkin Center for Arts + Culture, which include lectures, musical performances, and more. You can learn more about these programs at Cultural Arts.