irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $653KOur vision is to build youth that are energized and equipped with strong ideals and solid tools to ensure a promising future for the whole community. Thousands of teens participate in the weekly programmes and trips that are run to ignite their Jewish pride and passion for learning. Working with all segments of the community, we strengthen and invigorate the level of learning and observance. To date, Chazak content has had over 1.2 million views.
named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
Challah Bake
Monthly community event where participants bake challah together, fostering connection and tradition.
Exploring Sephardic Traditions Seminar
Educational seminar that delves into the customs, history, and cultural richness of Sephardic Judaism.
Family Learning Evening
Interactive events designed to engage families in Jewish learning and Sephardic traditions.
Father & Son Programs
Weekly programs aimed at strengthening the bond between fathers and sons through shared Jewish learning and activities.
Guest Speaker Series
Events featuring dynamic speakers who address topics relevant to the Sephardic community and Jewish identity.
Purim Carnival
Annual festive event for children and adults centered around the celebration of Purim.
Weekly Torah Talk
Weekly educational sessions focused on Torah study, held in various locations including Heritage Auditorium and London.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Jewish Holiday and Shabbat Community Events 2 activities
- Hosts community events and cultural programming for families and adultsOrganizes a variety of community-based events including holiday preparation workshops, men's learning nights, guest speaker series, family learning evenings, cultural concerts, heritage seminars, festivals, Torah talks, and inspiration nights to promote Jewish education and cultural continuity across age groups.
- Organizes holiday-specific community celebrations and activitiesHosts annual holiday events including Purim carnivals, Chanukah celebrations with menorah-building, Megillah readings for young professionals, and monthly challah bakes to engage the community in seasonal traditions.
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Jewish Religious Education and Outreach 2 activities
- Provides interactive educational programming for all age groupsDelivers engaging, interactive educational content and activities on Jewish traditions tailored for children, teens, and adults through school-hour and after-school programs, cooking classes, and holiday-themed activities.
- Runs weekly programs and trips for thousands of teens to strengthen Jewish identity and engagement in learningOrganizes ongoing weekly programs and trips for thousands of teens focused on strengthening Jewish identity, pride, and engagement in religious and cultural learning. These activities are central to the organization's mission and are consistently referenced across multiple sources.
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Jewish Textual and Educational Publishing 1 activity
- Distributes printed educational materials through Chazak MagazineProduces and publishes Chazak Magazine as a medium for distributing educational content on Jewish traditions and values to its community.
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Holiday and Seasonal Essentials Distribution 1 activity
- Distributes winter care packages to individuals in need in New York CityProvides seasonal support through the distribution of winter care packages to vulnerable individuals in the New York City Jewish community.
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Jewish Community Media Production 1 activity
- Produces and distributes digital educational content reaching over 1.2 million viewsCreates and publishes digital content on Jewish traditions and culture that has cumulatively received over 1.2 million views across platforms, including online videos and educational materials.
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Parenting Education and Support Programs 1 activity
- Strengthens familial bonds through father-son programsRuns weekly father and son programs designed to strengthen intergenerational relationships and shared learning within families.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$3.14M
Contributions & grants$3.14M100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$3.33M
Program expenses97%
Admin / overhead3%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$151K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$1.50M
Cash$203K
Investments$0
Liabilities$21K
Net assets$1.48M
Liquid reserves0.7 mo
3 years on record · 2021–2024 · YoY revenue -0.4%
relationships · 9
Who they work with
- Chazak Centre Partner — Hosts after-school programs and educational events for the community.
- Long Island Cultural Center Partner — Co-hosts the Sephardic Heritage Family Fest with CHAZAK.
- Rabbi Moshe Levy Partner — Co-founder and Executive Director of Chazak, leading branding, media, and digital storytelling.
- Rabbi Moshe Levy Partner — Co-founder of Chazak
- Rabbi Shlomo Farhi Partner — Co-founder and Spiritual Director of Chazak, providing leadership and shaping vision.
- Rabbi Shlomo Farhi Partner — Co-founder of Chazak
- Sephardic Community Center Partner — Hosts events in partnership with CHAZAK focused on Sephardic traditions.
- schools Partner — Partners with schools to deliver educational content and activities
- synagogues Partner — Collaborates with synagogues to deliver programs and build community engagement
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Culturally Resonant Modern Engagementmethodology: cultural_resonanceBy using interactive and engaging content that connects age-old Jewish traditions with contemporary life, the organization increases relevance and participation among modern Jews, because cultural continuity is strengthened when traditions resonate with lived experience.
- Global Cultural Immersion for Youthmethodology: global-cultural-immersion-youthBy offering international retreats and cultural exchange experiences, the organization strengthens global Jewish unity and identity among youth, because immersive experiences foster deeper connection and commitment than local programming alone.
- Intergenerational and Community-Based Cohesionmethodology: intergenerational-engagementBy fostering personal relationships and collaborative programming across generations and institutions, the organization builds a unified Jewish community, because collective growth and identity continuity emerge from interconnected, inclusive engagement.
- Tradition-Rooted Spiritual Engagementmethodology: tradition-rooted-engagementBy grounding programming in traditional Torah teachings and rabbinic wisdom, the organization produces spiritually enriching experiences that sustain Jewish identity in the modern world, because continuity is strengthened when heritage is both preserved and made accessible.