The Jewish Community Center is holding a centennial anniversary celebration campaign to celebrate its centennial anniversary on August 15, 2027. The goal is to raise $800,000. Donations may be made immediately or pledged over the campaign period through Sunday, October 31, 2027. The David Eisenberg Donor Advised Fund will match all contributions up to $400,000. There are donor recognition opportunities available. To donate, checks may be sent to the Jewish Community Center, 500 Clubhouse Rd., Vestal, NY 13850. For more information, contact the JCC at 607-724-2417.
“L’dor v’dor – keep our JCC standing and embracing our community for the next 100 years,” said Sue Walker, co-chairwoman of the campaign. “Give what you can so our children and their children will feel the love.” 
“I’ve been part of the Binghamton JCC for decades,” said Rachel Priest, vice president of the JCC Board of Directors. “For me, it’s always been a place of connection, inclusion and community. The JCC isn’t just a building: it’s where our community gathers, supports one another and grows together, from generation to generation.”
Campaign goals including funding capital improvements to ensure the ongoing safety, efficiency and sustainability of the facility; creating a Building Fund Reserve to provide resources for emergency capital needs without diverting funds from programs and services; and growing the endowment to protect its future and ensure the long-term sustainability of its mission. 
“Thanks to the leadership and vision of our founders in 1927 who dared to dream, we are privileged to have a Jewish Community Center that has stood at the heart of our community for nearly a century,” said those working for the campaign. “For almost 100 years, the JCC has served as a cornerstone of social, educational and cultural enrichment. Generations of children have grown up in the nurturing environment of the JCC, continuing to thrive both within and beyond our community. The Center’s enduring commitment to inclusivity – welcoming everyone, regardless of age, race, religion, sexual orientation, or ability to pay – has strengthened the fabric of our community and embodied the true meaning of belonging.”
They added, “Today, in a rapidly changing world, where the definition of family is constantly evolving, the JCC remains a steadfast haven that embraces the true spirit of community. It is now our responsibility to preserve the traditions of our past, serve the current needs of our community, and prepare for a vibrant future, ensuring that the legacy of our founders continues to inspire. We are deeply grateful to the David Eisenberg Donor Advised Fund, whose extraordinary generosity will match all contributions dollar for dollar up to $400,000, doubling the impact of every gift received. Help us strengthen our JCC for the next 100 years.”