named programs · 17 · from sources
What they call their work
College Outreach Program
Offers Jewish education classes and publishes articles for college students at institutions including NYU, Cooper Union, and Columbia University.
Community Outreach Program
Strengthens Jewish communities in the New York and New Jersey areas through educational and networking initiatives.
Hebrew Crash Courses
Eight 90-minute sessions focused on reading Hebrew, using the NJOP text 'Reshis Binah', offered in partnership with the National Jewish Outreach Program.
Home Hospitality Program
Places Jewish individuals with hospitable families for Shabbat and Jewish holidays.
Israel Summer Programs
Facilitates student participation in educational programs in Israel through partnerships with organizations like Jewish Learning Exchange.
Jewish Discovery Lectures
Lecture series covering topics such as Jewish spirituality, prayer, marriage, and the Holocaust to help students explore their heritage.
Judaism Crash Courses
Introductory courses on Jewish beliefs, observance, and practices, offered in collaboration with the National Jewish Outreach Program.
Kiruv Consultation Services
Provides guidance and support to other organizations engaged in Jewish outreach (kiruv).
Lunch Hour Program
Free lunch hour lectures on Jewish topics, pioneered by Rabbi Rudomin starting in 1988.
Professional Networking Service
Connects Jewish professionals and provides resources for career and communal development.
Russian Outreach Program
Serves Russian-speaking Jewish immigrants in the New York area exploring their heritage.
Singles Task Force
Supports Jewish singles seeking marriage through events, articles, and advice.
Special Holiday Workshops
Educational workshops explaining the meaning and practices of Jewish holidays.
Special Sunday Seminars
Weekly seminars on Jewish topics including Holocaust education and theology.
Tape and Book Library
Lending library of English-language Judaica and Torah texts from publishers such as Artscroll and Feldheim.
Telephone Outreach & Counseling
Provides ongoing phone support and counseling for students across the U.S. and abroad.
Yeshiva Placement Service
Assists individuals in arranging immersive learning experiences at yeshivas such as Ohr Somayach and Neve Yerushalayim.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Jewish Holiday and Shabbat Community Events 2 activities
- Community outreach and engagement programsConducts outreach to Jewish communities in the New York area, including programs for singles and immigrant students, and organizes weekly Shabbat gatherings for Jewish singles to foster community, observance, and engagement with Jewish identity.
- Observance of Jewish holidays and ritualsRegularly observes and marks major Jewish holidays and rituals, including Purim, Passover, Yom Kippur, Sukkot, and fast days such as Tisha BeAv and the Fast of Esther, through communal events and religious practices.
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Jewish Religious Education and Outreach 1 activity
- Adult Jewish education for individuals with limited formal backgroundProvides introductory and ongoing Jewish and Hebrew education programs for adults, particularly Jewish professionals and immigrants from Russia, Iran, and Israel, who have limited prior Jewish education, with the goal of increasing commitment to Jewish study and observance.
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Jewish Community Poverty Relief 1 activity
- Charitable assistance for individuals in needProvides charitable support to individuals, including members of the Jewish community, without charging fees, relying on external funding for operations.
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Structured Jewish Text Study Programs 1 activity
- Free lunch hour Jewish education programs for professionalsOffers free lunchtime classes, lectures, workshops, and tutorials tailored to the schedules of Jewish professionals, with an ongoing program in the Wall Street area since October 1988. These programs integrate Torah study with professional life and have served hundreds of students.
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Jewish Textual and Educational Publishing 1 activity
- Publications and educational resources on Jewish topicsProduces and publishes articles, written materials, and resources on Jewish holidays, Sabbath observance, contemporary issues from a Jewish perspective, and topics relevant to students, distributed through publications such as 'The Forum'.
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Holocaust and Genocide Remembrance Education 1 activity
- Specialized Holocaust education programsOffers Holocaust education programs tailored for Jewish professionals and community groups, informed by research on the impact of the Holocaust on Jewish education in the United States.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
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2 years on record · 2023–2024 · YoY revenue -100.0%
relationships · 18
Who they work with
- Aish Hatorah Partner — Part of the broader Orthodox outreach movement that JPI aligns with in reaching unaffiliated Jews.
- Association for Jewish Outreach Professionals (AJOP) Network — Trustee of AJOP from 1994 to 1997.
- Chabad-Lubavitch Partner — Part of the broader Orthodox outreach movement that JPI aligns with in reaching unaffiliated Jews.
- King David Alumni of North America Network — Alumni network associated with JPI.
- National Jewish Outreach Program Partner — Part of the broader Orthodox outreach movement that JPI aligns with in reaching unaffiliated Jews.
- National Jewish Outreach Program (NJOP) Partner — Lecturer and collaborator with NJOP; has received a letter of reference from the organization.
- Ohr Somayach International Partner — Part of the broader Orthodox outreach movement that JPI aligns with in reaching unaffiliated Jews.
- Orthodox Union Partner — Provided a letter of reference supporting JPI's mission and work.
- Orthodox Union (OU) Network — Has received a letter of reference from the Orthodox Union, indicating affiliation or endorsement.
- Rabbi Joshua Fishman Partner — Executive Vice President providing endorsement for charitable assistance request
- Rabbi Pinchas Stolper Government — Senior Executive providing a letter of introduction and recommendation for Rabbi and Mrs. Yitzchak Rudoman.
- Rabbi Yitschak Rudomin Partner — Author of multiple educational articles on Jewish holidays and themes for the organization.
- Rabbi Yitschak Rudomin Partner — Director of the Jewish Professionals Institute and leader of its Holocaust education initiatives.
- The Forward Network — Part of a historical tradition of Jewish advice columns, referenced as a cultural predecessor in addressing Jewish singles' concerns.
- The Jewish Observer Network — Has received a letter of reference from The Jewish Observer, suggesting professional recognition or affiliation.
- Torah Umesorah Network — Has received a letter of reference from Torah Umesorah, indicating professional affiliation or endorsement.
- Torah Umesorah Partner — Provided a letter of reference supporting JPI's mission and work.
- Tri-Tech Associates, Inc. Partner — Website development partner for JPI's online presence.
strategies · 3
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.
- Client-Centered Adult Education Modelmethodology: professional-practice modelBy structuring Jewish education as a professional service tailored to the intellectual and scheduling needs of adults, we increase engagement and retention because it respects their autonomy and life circumstances.
- Proactive Communal Engagementmethodology: outreach_rabbinateBy using marketing and outreach techniques to bring Jewish education into informal spaces like homes and workplaces, we increase participation because it reduces barriers and reframes engagement as accessible and relevant.
- Values-Integrated Role Modelingmethodology: role_model_integrationBy presenting historical and religious figures like Maimonides as exemplars of integrated professional and spiritual life, we inspire lasting commitment to Torah study because it demonstrates achievable, values-aligned role models.