Hochberg Family Gift Brings New Teen Center to Rosen JCC
The Jack & Lee Rosen Jewish Community Center (Rosen JCC) is proud to announce an extraordinary donation from the Hochberg family to support the launch of a new teen center and expanded teen programming. The gift will help renovate a dedicated space and provide resources for Jewish teens to build meaningful connections, foster leadership skills, and strengthen their Jewish identity. While the program is rooted in Jewish values, it is open to all, reflecting the inclusive nature of the Rosen JCC.
“My family has always felt welcome at the Rosen Jewish Community Center, so we were compelled to make a donation to ensure other families can find a place there as well,” said Matt Hochberg. “Under the leadership of CEO Ofira Bondorowsky, the Rosen Jewish Community Center has made tremendous progress, and I hope our family’s donation helps accelerate this wonderful momentum.”
The new teen center will provide a safe, welcoming space for teens to gather, socialize, and participate in educational, cultural, and social programs. This initiative aligns with the Rosen JCC’s ongoing commitment to cultivating community, supporting youth development, and creating lifelong connections.
Ofira Bondorowsky, CEO of the Rosen JCC, said, “We are incredibly grateful to the Hochberg family for their generosity and vision. Their gift will have a lasting impact on our teen community, providing a space where young people can explore their Jewish identity and connect with one another. Gifts like this are what allow the Rosen JCC to provide a welcoming space where all can gather.”
The teen center is one of several exciting initiatives recently launched at the Rosen JCC that strengthens our commitment to building community, together, and fostering a sense of belonging across generations. Alongside Arts at the J, which brings high-quality, affordable cultural experiences to southwest Orlando, and expanded senior programs, these initiatives create opportunities for connection, learning, and engagement for people of all ages.
Everyone belongs at the J! We invite others who share our commitment to youth, arts, culture, and community to join us. Your support—through donations, volunteering, or advocacy—helps ensure that programs like the teen center, Arts at the J, and senior programs continue to inspire, connect, and empower generations across southwest Orlando.
For more information about the Rosen JCC and its programs, please visit rosenjcc.org or follow us on Facebook and Instagram: @rosenjcc.
About The Jack & Lee Rosen Jewish Community Center (Rosen JCC)
The Rosen JCC, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is an inclusive place where families and individuals of all faiths and backgrounds come together to engage in activities that promote growth, education, and cultural enrichment. Named in honor of Jack & Lee Rosen, parents of the late Harris Rosen, the JCC stands as a testament to their love of family, community, education and the arts. The values and ideals they adhered to during their lifetimes continue to live on in the JCC that bears their name.
The Rosen JCC offers a dynamic range of programs and services for all ages, including an award-winning Early Childhood Learning Center, youth camps, after-school enrichment, fitness and wellness programs, cultural arts experiences, and senior activities. The campus features state-of-the-art amenities such as a gymnasium, fitness center, dance studio, outdoor pavilion, and the Pargh Event Center—home of Arts at the J—making it an ideal destination for community gatherings and celebrations. For more information, visit RosenJCC.org or contact info@rosenjcc.org.
The Rosen JCC is located at 11184 S Apopka Vineland Rd, Orlando, FL 32836.
