We are JCCA
We help abused, neglected and traumatized children heal physically and emotionally through compassionate, quality care. Our 37 programs include foster care, residential treatment facilities, mental health services, case management, education programs and special services for children who have been the victims of sexual abuse. We serve New York’s neediest and most vulnerable children and families to ensure that their safety, permanency and well-being leads to a life of stability and promise.
Our Impact
Life changing programs offered
Volunteers on Campus each year
%
of every dollar goes directly to services
years of transforming lives
Want to make a difference for children and families?
JCCA CEO Ron Richter to Step Down in December 2025 After a Decade of Transformative Leadership
BTL Career Day, a Great Success
On BTL’s fourth annual Career Day, we had 36 youth participants and five presenters. To start the day off, Teen ACTION came early to help with the setup of the event, prepare a breakfast buffet and handle attendance. They helped transform the...
The “Central Park Five” Inspire Young Men and Women across JCCA
"They made me feel that if they could overcome what they have been through, I can overcome my own problems and be able to move forward," remarked 18-year-old Saquan, a JCCA client. Saquan echoed what 60 clients and staff felt after hearing the...
Compass Gives New Life to a Family
Daniel Cohn, 24, cheerfully points out, “I have a great voice for a career in radio,” and has hopes of becoming a commentator on a classic rock station someday. In just a few years, this lively young man has come a long way from the former shy,...
“I was placed into JCCA at 12 years old…I’m now 32 years old a mother, a wife and a successful entrepreneur traveling around the world sharing my story and touching lives. Thank you for changing my life!”
