New York City Jewish Organizations

New York City is the heart of American Jewish life, home to countless synagogues, JCCs, cultural institutions, federations, and social groups. Browse the organizations below to find your community.

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The Jewish Education Project

The Jewish Education Project

New York City, United States

A national organization reimagining Jewish education, empowering educators to build Jewish identity, connection to Israel, and resilience against antisemitism.

Education
Hebrew Public Charter Schools

Hebrew Public Charter Schools

Los Angeles, Minneapolis, Multiple Cities, New Jersey, New York City, Philadelphia, San Diego, United States, Washington DC

Hebrew Public leads a national network of free public charter schools teaching Modern Hebrew and global citizenship to students of all backgrounds.

Education
Educational Alliance

One of NYC’s original settlement houses, Educational Alliance is a proudly Jewish institution serving 50,000 New Yorkers annually across Lower Manhattan.

CommunityEducationJCCsSocial Services
Anti-Defamation League (ADL)

Anti-Defamation League (ADL)

New York City, United States

ADL is the leading anti-hate organization in the world, fighting antisemitism and all forms of bigotry through advocacy, education, and civil rights work.

Advocacy & Policy
ShabbUES

ShabbUES

New York City

Creating intentional spaces for meaningful connections for 20’s & 30’s.

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Jewish Plays Project

The JPP puts bold, progressive Jewish conversations on the best stages in the world.

Cultural & Arts
Adamah

Adamah

Atlanta, Connecticut, Detroit, Los Angeles, Multiple Cities, New York City, San Francisco

Adamah is North America’s largest Jewish environmental organization, connecting Jewish life to farming, food, and the earth through retreats, education, and climate action.

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American Friends of Magen David Adom (AFMDA)

American Friends of Magen David Adom (AFMDA) is the exclusive U.S. fundraising and advocacy organization supporting Magen David Adom, Israel’s national ambulance, blood-services, and disaster-relief organization.

Health & WellnessIsrael-Focused
Magen David

Magen David

New York City

A vibrant Sephardic synagogue in the heart of Downtown Manhattan, rooted in the classical Syrian tradition and open to every Jew.

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Nexus by 92nd St Y

Nexus by 92nd St Y

New York City

NEXUS is The 92nd Street Y, New York’s new club for dynamic adults in their 50s and 60s interested in expanding their social networks.

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Temple Israel of the City of New York

A welcoming Reform Jewish congregation on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, offering worship, learning, and community for families and individuals of all ages.

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Kinda Jewish Biking

Kinda Jewish Biking

New York City

Kind of Jewish Bike Ride is a social Jewish biking group in NYC organizing casual group rides around New York City.

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Westchester Jewish Community Services

One of Westchester’s largest nonprofit human service organizations, WJCS provides mental health, disability, family, senior, and Jewish community services to 20,000+ residents annually.

Health & WellnessLGBTQ+Social Services
Convo NYC

Convo NYC

New York City

Convo NYC hosts language clubs — Hebrew, French, Italian, and more — at cafes and bars across New York City, helping young professionals build connection through conversation.

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Fundamental Philanthropy, Inc.

Fundamental Philanthropy, Inc.

Los Angeles, New York City

Fundamental Philanthropy, Inc. is a boutique philanthropic and political consulting firm that helps individuals, families, foundations, and organizations maximize their impact for social good.

Advocacy & Policy
JDC (The Joint)

JDC (The Joint)

New York City, Worldwide

JDC (The Joint) is the leading global Jewish humanitarian organization, putting Jewish values into action since 1914 to save lives and strengthen communities in 70 countries.

Humanitarian & Relief
Jewish Federations of North America

Jewish Federations of North America

Canada, New York City, United States, Worldwide

The Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) is the umbrella body representing 146 Jewish Federations and over 300 independent Jewish communities across North America.

Jewish Federations
United Sephardic Community

United Sephardic Community

Long Island, New York City

The United Sephardic Community Aghelian preserves and promotes Sephardic traditions in Great Neck, NY, offering cultural programming, community events, and resources.

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Met Council

Met Council

Brooklyn, New York City

Met Council is America’s largest Jewish charity dedicated to serving the needy, providing comprehensive social services to New Yorkers in poverty.

Foundations & Grantmaking
Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF)

Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF)

Chicago, Los Angeles, Miami, Multiple Cities, New York City, United States, Washington DC

U.S. nonprofit supporting Israel Defense Forces soldiers, veterans, and their families through educational, financial, well-being, and cultural initiatives.

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Orthodox Union

Orthodox Union

Los Angeles, New York City, United States, Worldwide

The Orthodox Union (OU) is one of the world’s largest Orthodox Jewish organizations, supporting the global Jewish community through kosher certification, synagogue services, teen outreach, public policy advocacy, and community programs.

Advocacy & PolicyEducationIsrael-FocusedSynagogues
Simon Wiesenthal Center

Simon Wiesenthal Center

Chicago, Los Angeles, Miami, Multiple Cities, New York City, Toronto, Worldwide

A global Jewish human rights organization confronting antisemitism, hate, and terrorism, standing with Israel, and teaching the lessons of the Holocaust.

Advocacy & PolicyEducationIsrael-FocusedMedia
Tanger Hillel of Brooklyn College

Tanger Hillel of Brooklyn College

Brooklyn, New York City

Tanger Hillel at Brooklyn College is the largest dedicated Hillel building in NYC, offering Jewish life, learning, Israel programs and community for 4,000+ Jewish students at CUNY Brooklyn College.

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Claims Conference

Claims Conference

New York City, Worldwide

The Claims Conference secures material compensation for Holocaust survivors worldwide, negotiating with Germany for restitution and providing care since 1951.

Education
Yeshiva University

Yeshiva University

New York City

The world’s flagship Jewish university, offering top-ranked undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs grounded in Torah values in New York City.

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Chosen People’s Hike

A NYC-based Jewish hiking and outdoor event group.

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Center for Jewish History

Illuminating Jewish history, culture & heritage with archives, exhibits & programs.

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Chabad West Village

Chabad West Village

New York City

A Chabad center in Manhattan’s West Village offering Shabbat dinners, High Holiday services, Jewish learning, and family programming for the neighborhood.

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Jewish Latin Center

Jewish Latin Center

Multiple Cities, New York City, United States

A warm, Chabad-affiliated community in Manhattan serving as a ‘home away from home’ for Latin American Jews living in New York City.

Ages 20sAges 30sChabadJewish Social EventsSynagogues
American Friends of Rabin Medical Center (AFRMC)

AFRMC is a national nonprofit supporting Israel’s Rabin Medical Center — funding cutting-edge research, medical fellowships, and life-saving care for one million patients annually.

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Collective by 92nd St Y

Collective by 92NY is a new membership group for 20-30 somethings. It’s a gateway to the most exciting events in NYC — and a vibrant community of culture vultures like you.

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J Squared Food

J Squared Food

New York City

Delicious dishes and gourmet menus crafted for your event. Feeding people throughout the NYC metropolitan area👨🏼‍🍳 🍽 

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Motzi

Motzi

New York City

Motzi refers to the Jewish blessing said over bread. We bring people together to eat, dance, and learn.

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The 14th Street Y

The 14th Street Y

New York City

The 14th Street Y is a vibrant Jewish community center in Manhattan’s East Village offering fitness, arts, education, camps, and Jewish life programming.

EducationInterfaithJCCsVenue
United Hatzalah Young Leadership

United Hatzalah Young Leadership

Miami, New York City, Worldwide

United Hatzalah Young Leadership (UHYL) unites young philanthropists worldwide to support Israel’s volunteer emergency medical service through galas, social events, and leadership opportunities.

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Mount Sinai Jewish Center

A vibrant Modern Orthodox synagogue in Washington Heights, NYC, serving a multi-generational community for over 100 years.

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Stripes Wine Bar & Cafe

Israeli-inspired cacao, coffee, wine & cocktail bar near Union Square that doubles as one of NYC’s go-to venues for young Jewish social nights.

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The 8 Project

The 8 Project

New York City

An art healing initiative for Israelis suffering from trauma, with a gallery in the Meatpacking District.

Israel-Focused
Good Company

Good Company

New York City

All in the name 🧿

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Tzibur Harlem

Tzibur Harlem

New York City

Community is always the answer.
Co-Founded by Rabbi Dimitry Ekshtut + @ericafrankel.

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Havurrah

Havurrah

New York City

We are a collective of young Jewish artists, painters, writers, poets, musicians, filmmakers, photographers, and creative souls of all kinds in New York City, ushering in a new generation of artistry.

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Rematch Events

Rematch Events

New York City

Fun events For Young Jewish Professionals 21-39.

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A.Y Lemberg

A.Y Lemberg

New York City

A.Y. Lemberg hosts singles mingles, holiday parties, and social nights for Jewish young professionals across New York City.

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Birthright Israel Foundation

Birthright Israel Foundation

Multiple Cities, New York City, United States, Worldwide

We seek to ensure that every young Jewish adult around the world has the opportunity to visit Israel

Ages 20sIsrael-FocusedJewish Travel
Jewish National Fund-USA

Jewish National Fund-USA

New York City, United States, Worldwide

JNF-USA gives all generations of Jews a unique voice in building a prosperous future for Israel.

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Jewish Dating NYC

Jewish Dating NYC

New York City

Real Jewish connections, real results. Join NYC’s top Jewish speed dating events and singles mixers. Over 85 success stories — and counting.

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