Who We Are
For over seven decades, the JCC of Bayonne has been a pillar of support and service for the Hudson County community. As a non-sectarian social service agency, we embrace diversity and inclusivity, welcoming individuals of all faiths, ethnicities, and backgrounds.
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we rely on memberships, program fees, partnerships, rentals and donations to sustain our mission; we do not receive city tax funding.
Our dedicated staff comprises highly qualified individuals with a wealth of experience, certifications, and a deep commitment to our community. Together, we celebrate family, promote well-being, cultivate friendships, and build lasting community connections.
Our Leadership Team
Board of Directors
JCC of Bayonne
Ilona J. Rosenberg, President
Alan J. Apfelbaum*
Arlene Lichtenfeld*
Arnold Wendroff*
Herbert Schneiderman*
Marcia Ripps*
Phyllis Garelick*
Varda Wendroff*
Alan Z. Appelbaum, Honorary Board Member
Jack Edelman, Honorary Board Member
*Past Presidents
UJA Federation of Bayonne
Arnold Wendroff, President
Arlene Lichtenfeld, Vice President
Dr. Ellen F. Goldberg,* Executive Director
Albert Bousso
Renee Bousso
Phyllis Garelick
Andrew Platizky
Marcia Ripps
Beverly Susskind
Varda Wendroff*