Program areas at Jewish Community Alliance of Southern Maine
Center Day Camp - The Camp was founded in 1948 and is located on 27 acres of Sebago Lake woodland in Windham, Maine. The Camp serves children of the Greater Portland, Maine area from pre-K through 10th grade with a philosophy that encourages social development, personal growth, group cooperation, and respect for others. The camp season lasts ten weeks starting in late June and ending in August and is funded primarily through tuition fees, with additional funding provided by charitable contributions.
The Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society (HIAS) works around the world to protect refugees who have been forced to flee their homelands because of who they are, including ethnic, religious, and sexual minorities. For more than 130 years, HIAS has been helping refugees rebuild their lives in safety and dignity.As a HIAS affiliate network partner, the JCA is committed to bringing approximately 115 refugees over the next year, helping them to find housing and work, and connecting them with services here in Maine over their first three months here.
Early Childhood Education - The Center operates a nursery school with a mission of providing a place for preschool education for children aged infant to 5 years old. Funding is primarily through tuition fees, with additional funding provided by charitable contributions.
Social and educational programming for children and adults of all ages including lectures, cultural programs, and group travel. Advocates on issues realted to support for Israel and against discrimination locally and globally. Provides funding for local and international social service and educational organizations. Provides a robust social service program, Jewish Family Services, providing food and utility assistance, as well as other services for underserved community members.