Jewish Renaissance Foundation

Jewish Renaissance Foundation Serving Perth Amboy, Edison and residing communities of Middlesex County.

The Jewish Renaissance Foundation (JRF) was established in 1995 as a faith-based, nonprofit corporation, with offices currently located in Perth Amboy and Edison, New Jersey. In 2010 the JRF received its first federal designation as a Community Action Agency, and in 2015 received its second as a Federally Qualified Health Center. Serving more than 6,000 people in Middlesex County each year, we are

a leader in providing community coordination, emergency services, educational services, food and nutrition, family development, employment and training, and health services.

Today, on Administrative Professionals Day, we proudly recognize and celebrate our Office Manager, Lissette Vargas-Guzma...
04/22/2026

Today, on Administrative Professionals Day, we proudly recognize and celebrate our Office Manager, Lissette Vargas-Guzman, for her dedication, organization, and positive attitude that keep our office and programs running smoothly every single day.

From managing countless details behind the scenes to supporting staff and ensuring operations stay on track, her work does not go unnoticed.

Her commitment, professionalism, and steady presence make a meaningful difference in our team and our mission.

We are truly grateful for her contributions and proud to have her as such an integral part of our organization.

Lissette, thank you for all that you do! 💐

04/20/2026

Happy National Volunteer Recognition Day! 💙

Observed annually on April 20, National Volunteer Recognition Day is a time to honor and celebrate the selfless individuals who dedicate their time, skills, and energy to supporting others and strengthening communities—without expecting anything in return.

At JRF, we are incredibly grateful for all of our volunteers who support our mission each and every day, and wanted to share this special thank you post from the JRF and our community partners to our AmeriCorps members for the countless ways you’ve helped us make an impact in our communities. Serving Middlesex County since 2013, AmeriCorps members support community sites through wellness-focused mental health initiatives, self-care events, emotional health workshops, and engaging social programming.

To learn more about becoming an AmeriCorps Member and the benefits and impact of serving, visit us at: https://jrfnj.org/americorps/

Are you a nonprofit interested in becoming an AmeriCorps host site while expanding your capacity, supporting your team, and increasing your community impact? We’re looking to partner with organizations whose missions align with AmeriCorps priorities. To learn more, contact Tawayna Bailey at tawayna.bailey@jrfnj.org or (732) 324-2114 x120.

In the words of Martin Luther King, Jr., “The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.”

Together, we’re building a brighter future! 💙

This past Saturday, April 11th, the JRF’s Bayside Family Success Center (FSC) proudly recognized Child Abuse Prevention ...
04/15/2026

This past Saturday, April 11th, the JRF’s Bayside Family Success Center (FSC) proudly recognized Child Abuse Prevention Awareness Month by bringing our community together for a day filled with connection, joy, and support 💙

We welcomed 65 families to the Eddie and Brenda Trujillo Foundation Building for a fun and meaningful event featuring Zumba, cupcake decorating, portrait scene painting, bingo, and tie-dye t-shirts. Most importantly, our families left feeling supported, connected, and surrounded by love — exactly what this month is all about.

A heartfelt thank you to our JRF PAAC program and our incredible partners, including Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, OceanFirst Bank, Perth Amboy Police Department, Perth Amboy Recreation Department, and all who helped make this day so special for our families.

Let’s continue to uplift and protect our children by strengthening the communities around them. 💙

Stay connected and follow us for more upcoming events!

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You’re Invited! PAAC Community Garden Opening & Earth Day Celebration đŸŒŽđŸŒ±The Perth Amboy Alliance for Community (PAAC), a...
04/09/2026

You’re Invited! PAAC Community Garden Opening & Earth Day Celebration đŸŒŽđŸŒ±

The Perth Amboy Alliance for Community (PAAC), a program of JRF, along with our partners, invites you to celebrate Earth Day and the PAAC Annual Community Garden opening with us on Wednesday, April 22, 2026!

Kick off the 2026 garden season by joining our community for a day of volunteering, learning, and sustainability.

đŸŒ± Help clean and prepare the garden for the season
🌎 Discover fun and practical ways to recycle and use clean energy
đŸ€ Meet neighbors and community partners making a difference

📅 Wednesday, April 22, 2026
📍 275 Alpine Street, Perth Amboy, NJ
⏰ 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Come welcome spring and summer with us and see how small actions can create a big impact on our planet. We look forward to celebrating with you!

🔗 Please register by scanning the QR code, using the link below, or clicking the link in our Instagram bio:
https://tinyurl.com/2026-PAAC-EARTH-DAY
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ÂĄEstĂĄs Invitado! Apertura del JardĂ­n Comunitario de PAAC y CelebraciĂłn del DĂ­a de la Tierra đŸŒŽđŸŒ±

Perth Amboy Alliance for Community (PAAC), un programa de JRF, junto con nuestros socios, te invita a celebrar el Día de la Tierra y la apertura del Jardín Comunitario de PAAC con nosotros el miércoles 22 de abril de 2026.

Únete a nuestra comunidad para dar inicio a la temporada de jardinería 2026 con un día de voluntariado, aprendizaje y sostenibilidad.

đŸŒ± AyĂșdanos a limpiar y preparar el jardĂ­n para la temporada
🌎 Descubre formas divertidas y prácticas de reciclar y usar energía limpia
đŸ€ Conoce a vecinos y socios comunitarios que estĂĄn marcando la diferencia

📅 MiĂ©rcoles, 22 de abril de 2026
📍 275 Alpine Street, Perth Amboy, NJ
⏰ 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

¥Demos la bienvenida juntos a la primavera y el verano, y aprendamos cómo pequeñas acciones pueden generar un gran impacto en nuestro planeta! ¥Esperamos celebrar contigo!

🔗 Por favor, regístrate escaneando el código QR, usando el enlace a continuación o haciendo clic en el enlace en nuestra biografía de Instagram:
https://tinyurl.com/2026-PAAC-EARTH-DAY

JRF’s Bayside Family Success Center (FSC), in partnership with JRF’s Perth Amboy Alliance for Community (PAAC) program, ...
04/08/2026

JRF’s Bayside Family Success Center (FSC), in partnership with JRF’s Perth Amboy Alliance for Community (PAAC) program, Perth Amboy Housing Authority, Middlesex College, Gateway, United Way, and Dress for Success, recently hosted a Job Fair Etiquette Workshop to prepare participants for the upcoming Job Fair on April 7th. đŸ’Œâœš

The sessions were a meaningful and positive experience for all involved. Participants were engaged, eager to learn, and left feeling more confident and prepared—exactly the outcome we hoped to achieve. The workshop focused on the importance of self-presentation, professional communication, and dressing for success, equipping attendees with valuable tools to market themselves and make strong first impressions.

TO OUR PARTNERS: Your partnership truly makes a difference in our community. Events like this would not be possible without the collective effort, time, and generosity of everyone involved. We sincerely appreciate your continued commitment to supporting our programs and participants.

We look forward to continuing this important work together and creating even more impactful opportunities in the future. A special thank you to Dress for Success for providing professional attire and helping participants feel confident, prepared, and empowered for the next step in their journey.

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month 💙 — a critical time to focus on prevention, early detection, and education.Oral can...
04/08/2026

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month 💙 — a critical time to focus on prevention, early detection, and education.

Oral cancer is on the rise, with the American Cancer Society projecting 60,480 new cases and 13,150 deaths in the U.S. in 2026. Because many cases go undetected until later stages, the five-year survival rate remains around 40%. Early detection can truly save lives.

At the JRF Community Health Center, our dental team plays an important role in changing these outcomes through routine screenings and patient education. We’re here to support our community by:
đŸ”č Providing thorough head, neck, and oral cancer screenings
đŸ”č Educating on key risk factors like to***co, alcohol, and HPV-related cancers
đŸ”č Encouraging regular dental visits and awareness of early warning signs

Taking a few moments this month to learn more could make a life-saving difference—for you or someone you love.

If you’re due for a check-up or have concerns, don’t wait. We’re here for you with affordable care for all through our sliding fee scale.

📍 JRF Community Health Center
1931 Oak Tree Road, Edison NJ
📞 (732) 482-9600

Your health starts with awareness—schedule your visit today.

Stay connected with JRF! đŸ“ČFollow us on social media to stay up to date on community events, programs, resources, and the...
04/07/2026

Stay connected with JRF! đŸ“Č

Follow us on social media to stay up to date on community events, programs, resources, and the incredible work happening across our organization.

Many of you have asked where to find event photos—well this is where they’ll be! From highlights and recaps to important updates, our pages are the best place to relive and share the moments that bring our community together.

Your engagement makes a real impact. Visibility isn’t just about what we post—it’s about our community liking, sharing, commenting, and helping amplify the work we’re doing together.

Follow us, tag us, and help spread the word. Let’s keep building a stronger, more connected community. 💙

Public health is more than health care-it’s about reaching beyond the exam room to address the non-clinical factors that...
04/06/2026

Public health is more than health care-it’s about reaching beyond the exam room to address the non-clinical factors that shape health.

For more than 60 years, Community Health Centers (CHCs) like the JRF Community Health Center have led this work, caring for the whole person through primary care, pharmacy, oral health, behavioral health, and enabling services, while also helping communities navigate issues like safe food and clean water.

This NPHW, we celebrate the heroes, innovators, problem solvers, and troubleshooters who power the CHC movement.

Visit to learn more about CHC’s, and call (732) 482-9600 to schedule an appointment and learn more about the healthcare heroes at the JRF Community Health Center!

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month (CAPA), an annual time to promote community education and public awareness regardi...
04/03/2026

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month (CAPA), an annual time to promote community education and public awareness regarding the importance of positive childhood development, child health, parenting, safety, and the prevention of child abuse and neglect. Family Success Centers are on the front lines of this vital work every day. Through programming, support services, and community connections, they play a critical role in strengthening families and creating safe, nurturing environments for children throughout our communities.

Family Success Centers across the state of New Jersey are hosting events throughout the month to engage families, raise awareness, and strengthen our communities. Please scan the QR code to view the CAPA 2026 Calendar. This calendar showcases the incredible work FSC's are doing to engage families, raise awareness, and strengthen communities.

Thank you to Department of Child & Family Services and all FSC's for your continued dedication to supporting and strengthening families in New Jersey.

At our Bayside Family Success Center (FSC), we have a month full of fun and resourceful activities, so be sure to check out our calendar and join us--because every child deserves a safe and loving environment to thrive.

For Medicaid Awareness Month, we are reminded that across the United States, Community Health Centers are the primary de...
04/01/2026

For Medicaid Awareness Month, we are reminded that across the United States, Community Health Centers are the primary delivery system for pediatric care, especially for children with limited access to care. With nearly 10 million children relying on Community Health Centers each year, CHCs represent the most scalable platform in the country for improving early-life health and controlling long-term costs through prevention

New analysis from NACHC’s Dr. John W. Hatch Center for Science shows that 1 in 4 Medicaid-covered and uninsured children rely on Community Health Centers.

As the largest primary care system for low-income children, Community Health Centers play a central role in pediatric care, where policy decisions directly impact access today and shape lifelong health through prevention.

👉 Read the full analysis at the link in bio

Enrolling children in Medicaid in New Jersey is crucial for providing them with essential healthcare coverage. Outside of the ACA's open enrollment period, special enrollment periods may apply for those who have experienced qualifying life events such as marriage, job loss, birth, or moving.

To learn more, connect with our Enrollment Specialist at the JRF Community Health Center and have an experienced Assister guide you through the process at (732) 742-6199.

CLOSURE NOTICE:The JRF Community Health Center will be closed on Friday, April 3, 2026.For immediate needs, please call ...
03/30/2026

CLOSURE NOTICE:
The JRF Community Health Center will be closed on Friday, April 3, 2026.

For immediate needs, please call our office to be connected with our answering service and follow the prompts.

For life-threatening emergencies, dial 911.

Regular Hours:
Monday & Thursday: 9:00 AM–8:00 PM
Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
To schedule an appointment, please contact our office at (732) 482-9600.

JRF Honors America’s Physicians Today on National Doctors’ DayFirst celebrated in 1933, National Doctors’ Day recognizes...
03/30/2026

JRF Honors America’s Physicians Today on National Doctors’ Day

First celebrated in 1933, National Doctors’ Day recognizes physicians with dignity, respect, and gratitude. At the JRF, we’re taking a moment to thank the doctors of the JRF Community Health Center who bring skill, judgment, and steady presence to patient care every day.

The physicians we work with treat illnesses, but they also go a step beyond. They earn trust in hard conversations, guide teams through uncertainty, and stay grounded when the stakes are high. Their work reflects both excellence in medicine and the humanity required to practice it well.

National Doctors’ Day is a chance to say thank you in a way that feels credible and personal!

About JRF Community Health Center, Edison, NJ:
The JRF Community Health Center is dedicated to delivering preventive and primary medical services to the underserved and the uninsured population, in a culturally competent environment, regardless of race, ethnicity or ability to pay. Contact us at (732) 482-9600 to schedule your appointment today!

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Edison, NJ
08837

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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The Jewish Renaissance Foundation was established in 1995 as a faith-based, nonprofit corporation with central offices in Perth Amboy, New Jersey. Serving more than 2,200 people in Middlesex County each year, we are a leader in providing community coordination, emergency services, education, food and nutrition, family development, and employment and training.