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Who We Are

As a combined Jewish Federation, Jewish Community Center and Jewish Family Services program, the JCA is here to be a resource for the entire Southern Maine community.


Our Mission, Vision & Values

The Jewish Community Alliance (JCA) is a nonprofit organization serving the Jewish community of Southern Maine by providing educational and social programming and fundraising. Our mission is to enhance and promote Jewish life and continuity locally, in Israel and throughout the world, and to generate financial resources to develop, provide and support diverse programs, education and services in order to accomplish these goals.


Thanks to the dedication of our staff and the unwavering support of our network, the JCA impacts our community in many ways. Working with an array of organizations and local congregations, we function as the hub of Jewish programming in Southern Maine.


Executive Committee

Sarah Allenby, President

Lea Steirman, Vice President

Cathy Kline, Secretary

Becca Asen, Treasurer

Stuart Piltch, Immediate Past President



Rachael Alfond

Julia Bailin

Mollie Barnathan

Lena Geraghty

Chad Higgins

Laura Kittle

Stefanie Levenson

Mandy Levine

Janet Marstine

Perry Newman

Tom Rosen

Marilyn Weinberg

Honorary Directors

Richard Aronson

Albert Glickman Z"L*

Charlie Miller Z"L*

*zichrono livracha (of blessed memory)

Our Staff

Leadership

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Siobhan Whalen, Refugee Resettlement and Newcomer Services Director

Staff

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Marlena Lantos, Youth Programming and PJ Library Coordinator



Goldman Family Preschool Staff

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Missouri Williams, Assistant Teacher

Christie Hull, Toddler Teacher

Gregoire Schlegal, Assistant Teacher


FACILITY RENTALS

HOST YOUR EVENT AT THE J

From Bar/Bat Mitzvah parties, to corporate meetings, elaborate galas and fundraisers, we look forward to assisting you with creating a successful and memorable event! Just minutes from downtown Portland, the JCA is an easily accessible,  warm, modern and welcoming space.

Reserve a Space
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  • Sam L. Cohen Community Hall

    Our largest event space, The Sam L. Cohen Community Hall accommodates up to 150 people theater style and up to 96 people banquet style. Its features include a built-in screen and projector as well as a fully integrated audio system. Additional features include a speaker’s podium and both wired and wireless microphones. The Sam L. Cohen Community Hall has a built in partition making this space perfect for large conferences, parties or smaller more intimate events.


    Capacity: 150 theater / 96 banquet

    Dimensions: 60' x 65'

    Sq ft: 3,900

  • Albert Glickman Board Room

    The Albert Glickman Board Room accommodates up to 20 people. Its features include multiple electrical outlets and data ports, teleconference capabilities, a whiteboard and a mounted 70” screen television for presentations. The Albert Glickman Board Room has large floor to ceiling windows that provide ample natural light and offers movable tables that allow setup flexibility. The Albert Glickman Board Room is perfect for executive meetings, group discussions or lunch meetings.


    Capacity: 20

    Dimensions: 17' x 27'

    Sq ft: 463


  • Moser Family Library

    The Moser Family Library accommodating up to 25 people. Its features include a built-in screen and projector as well as a whiteboard. With movable tables that allow versatile setups, this intimate space is ideal for community group gatherings, lunch meetings or small baby showers.


    Capacity: 20-25

    Dimensions: 27' x 23'

    Sq ft: 632


  • The Great Lawn and Activity Space

    Located on the edge of the property the Great Lawn & Activity Space accommodates a 20x40 tent and extra space for outdoor activities. This space is well suited for cocktail receptions, small dinner gatherings or just a play space for the kids in your event.


FOOD AND BEVERAGE

Outside food and beverages are allowed. Please note that no pork or shellfish is allowed in the building at any time. The J does not provide catering services, but we can make recommendations. All caterers must provide a copy of their state Caterer’s license and Certification of Liability insurance. Alcohol is permitted on the premises and must be served by a licensed caterer or bartending service supplying a valid Maine Liquor Permit. In either case, we require a copy of a valid Certificate of liquor Liability Insurance with a minimum of $1,000, coverage naming the Jewish Community Alliance as the additional insured.

EQUIPMENT AND SERVICES


  • Audio Visual Equipment

    All rental spaces (with the exception of the lawn) are equipped with audio visual systems, including large screens or projectors.



  • Set-up and Rentals

    All events require a $500 non-refundable deposit at the time of contract signing to reserve the space. Placement and location of all tables and equipment must be agreed on ahead of time; room set up is included in rental fee. 


    Items such as table linens, TVs, video screens, flip charts, and microphones are available for a nominal charge.




ADDITIONAL POLICIES

  • Deposit and Insurance

    All events require a $500 non-refundable deposit at the time of contract signing to reserve the space.


    Lessee shall provide a certificate of insurance from an insurance company licensed in Maine and otherwise reasonably acceptable to the Lessor, naming Jewish Community Alliance of Southern Maine as additional insured, evidencing public liability for bodily injury and property damage occurring on or about the Facilities and/or any portion of Jewish Community Alliance for $1,000,000.00. The certificate of insurance must be received 30 days prior to Date of Event



  • Venue and Access

    Access to the venue before agreed upon rental hours is subject to availability and may incur additional fees


    Standard curfew for private events is 11:00 PM. All event times must be worked out in advance of executing a rental agreement.


    The JCA Facility is handicapped accessible; if an attendee is in need of special accommodations please inform us and we can apprise you of the options available.


    The JCA is a non-smoking and non-vaping venue.




  • Parking

    Our parking lot is located behind our building, at 1342 Congress St. During business hours, please do not park in the adjacent lot (dentist office at 1330 Congress St) or at the Westgate Shopping Plaza, as they have posted signage that non-customers will be towed. If the JCA parking lot is full, parking is available on the neighboring streets. You may also park in the lot at 1330 Congress during non-business hours ONLY (i.e. after 5 PM on weekdays or during weekends).