Welcome to the Tampa Jewish Community Center & Federation!

Located on the Maureen and Douglas Cohn Jewish Community Campus, our organization is a "functional federation." The JCC offers a range of cultural, educational, and social programs for all ages. The Federation raises money to support the work of the JCC, other Jewish organizations in Tampa, and the global Jewish community.

Cooperatively, we make great things happen!

    Tampa Jewish Community Center & Federation plans new campus

    The Tampa Jewish Community Center & Federation has announced plans to create a new state-of-the-art Tampa Jewish Community Center South Campus at the former Fort Homer Hesterly Armory. Read more.

    Featured Events

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      Free lecture series: Israel--Perception vs. Reality

      Next lecture: Territories, Settlements and Refugees presented by Steve Schwersky on Tuesday, February 7th, 7:00-8:30pm 

      Separate the facts about Israel from damaging myths being perpetrated. Featuring six esteemed experts from Tampa Bay and beyond, this six-part education series will provide participants with facts about the past and present of Israel as well as what happen to expect in the future. Presented by the Tampa Jewish Community Relations Council and the Pinellas and Pasco Jewish Community Relations Council. Read more.

        Tampa Jewish Film Festival: 16 Sweet Years of Films

        February 9 - 20, 2012

        The 16th annual Tampa Bay Jewish Film Festival, featuring the finest international films on Jewish themes, kicks off 16 years of sweet success on Thursday, February 9, 2012. The opening night film and community-wide celebration will be held at the Straz Performing Arts Center in Tampa. Tickets are on sale now at tbjff.org 

          Seniors Theatre Day

          Tuesday, February 14

          Join Us For "Barbra and Frank" at Ruth Eckard Hall on Tuesday, February 14. Sharon Owens and Sebastain Anzaldo bring their 'Barbra Streisand and Frank Sinatra' show from Las Vegas to Ruth Eckerd Hall. The Chairman and the Diva on stage together at last! Read more...

            Announcing Registration for JCC Preschool, Summer Camps and Afterschool Programs

            Start your child off with a great Jewish preschool education at the Tampa JCC Preschool. Registration for both the 2012 summer camp sessions and the 2012-2013 year opens for current families on Monday, January 23rd at the JCC Preschool North and South Branches. On Monday, January 30th, registration opens for JCC members and area synagogue members and beginning Monday, February 6th, registration opens to the general community. More information.

            Camp JCC 2012

            June 18- August 10

            It's time for Camp JCC. Registration for returning families starts Monday, January 23rd. More information.

            Tampa JCC Afternoons Program

            It's time to register for Tampa JCC Afternoons 2012-2013. Registration for returning families starts Monday, January 23rd. More information.

              From Ethiopia to Israel... a Jewish Journey

              Sunday, February 26

              Tampa JCC & Federation's Women's Philanthropy Division welcomes guest speaker Bizu "Riki" Mullu for a dessert reception at Sophie's French Bakery & Cafe. Mullu will share her experiences growing up in Ethiopia and emigtating to Israel. Read more or RSVP now.  

                A Jew Grows in Brooklyn - Jake Ehrenreich

                Saturday, March 3

                The Tampa Jewish Community Center & Federation and the Straz Center for the Performing Arts present "A Jew Grows in Brooklyn." A smash hit in the heart of the Broadway, where it played for a more than a year and a half, " A Jew Grows in Brooklyn" is a comedy musical about the search for identity and meaning. The highly acclaimed show chronicles the life of Jake Ehrenreich; a uniquely talented American born child of Holocaust survivors. Discounted tickets are available to our community. . Purchase tickets online today.

                  Celebrate Purim Like You Have Never Celebrated Before

                  Saturday, March 10

                  Get groggered with your friends at the 2nd Annual Purim Gala, hosted by the Young Adult Division and Congregation Schaarai Zedek 20's / 30's. DJ, Photo Ops, Masks, Desserts, Drinks Galore & More. It's an opportunity to don your cocktail attire and party hardy. Register now.

                    Super Sunday is March 11th.

                    One day. One call. One Community.

                    Sunday, March 11

                    On Sunday, March 11th, we will come together in spirit and in action as one community to make the world a better place. Learn  more or sign up today.

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                        An easy way to pay your bills online

                        Now there's an easy and secure way to pay your JCC bill online, right from your home. You can make your payments online for JCC Summer Camp, Afternoons, Preschool and membership. Just visit this link to our secure server to pay your bill online. 
                         

                         

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