named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Chanukah Public Lightings
Organizes public menorah lightings including at the French Consulate in New York and the French Embassy in Washington, D.C.
Lag BaOmer Celebration
Hosts annual Lag BaOmer events featuring BBQ, wine tasting, music, and dancing for the French Jewish community.
Ohel Pilgrimage Tours
Organizes visits to the Ohel (the resting place of the Lubavitcher Rebbe) and 770 Eastern Parkway, the Chabad headquarters in Brooklyn.
Pesach Food Distribution
Distributes Passover food packages (colis de Pessah) to the community, with over five tons of food distributed in 2008.
Shabbat Meals
Weekly Shabbat meals hosted at 236 W. 23rd St, providing a spiritual and communal experience for French-speaking Jews and visitors in NYC.
Wine Tasting Socials
Holds pre-holiday wine and cheese tasting events, including before Chanukah and Purim, with over 350 attendees reported.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Jewish Holiday and Shabbat Community Events 3 activities
- Hosts Shabbat meals and services for the Jewish community in Midtown ManhattanOrganizes and hosts Shabbat observances including Friday night dinners, Saturday morning prayers, Torah study, and third Shabbat meals at 236 W. 23rd St in Manhattan. Programs are open to visitors, students, and local families, with children under 4 eating free.
- Hosts large-scale holiday and community eventsOrganizes major events for Jewish holidays and special occasions, including pre-Chanuka wine tastings, international evenings, and holiday conferences. Events have drawn over 350 attendees and are open to students, professionals, and community members.
- Organizes Shabbatons and Jewish cultural events for students and touristsHosts weekly Shabbatons and large-scale holiday events for students, tourists, and groups, including law students and French-speaking visitors. Events include meals, prayer, learning, and social programming, with past events drawing over 200 participants.
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Holiday and Seasonal Essentials Distribution 1 activity
- Distributes take-home Shabbat and holiday food packagesProvides weekly food packages to families in need and distributes holiday-specific food, including over 5 tons for Passover in 2008. Take-home Shabbat meal kits include challah, salads, chicken, kugel, and other traditional items for pickup.
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Intercessory Prayer Services 1 activity
- Facilitates visits to the Ohel (Rabbi Schneerson's gravesite)Maintains the Ohel as a site of visitation and prayer, hosts thousands of annual visitors, and accepts letters, faxes, and mail from individuals unable to visit in person for spiritual intercession.
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Structured Jewish Text Study Programs 1 activity
- Provides Torah and Jewish studies educationOffers weekly courses, private study sessions, and remote learning in Torah and Chassidic philosophy. Courses are available in French, English, Spanish, and Hebrew, and can be customized by time, location, and audience, including professionals and students.
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Direct Financial Assistance to Individuals 1 activity
- Provides financial and social support to vulnerable populationsOffers financial assistance to widows and orphans and supports vulnerable community members through food distribution and social services.
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Culturally Specific Support Services 1 activity
- Supports French-speaking Jewish visitors and immigrantsProvides linguistic, lodging, and logistical support to French students, tourists, and new immigrants, including assistance with visas, banking, company formation, and daily needs. Offers kosher accommodations and home-stay programs in Jewish neighborhoods.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$212K
Contributions & grants$212K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$212K
Program expenses89%
Admin / overhead11%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$112K
Cash$112K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$112K
Liquid reserves6.3 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue 0.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 3
- Isabelle Esther Zerbib — president
- Noach Holtzman — Trustee
- Simcha Cohen — Trustee
relationships · 19
Who they work with
- Ambassade de France a Washington Partner — Conducted public Chanukah lighting at the residence of the French Ambassador in Washington
- CCVL Partner — Hosted a visit by FSJU, CCVL, and Taglit to the Rabbi of Lubavitch
- Chabad Network — CCF New York operates as part of the Chabad-Lubavitch network, specifically serving the French-speaking Jewish community.
- Chabad Network — Part of the Chabad network, specifically Chabad of Midtown Manhattan.
- Chabad Cardozo Partner — Co-hosted a Shabbat event for law students in February 2012
- Chabad International New York Network — CCF New York is affiliated with Chabad International New York, indicating participation in a broader Hasidic Jewish outreach network.
- Chabad.org Network — Member of the Chabad-Lubavitch global network, affiliated with Chabad.org
- Collive.com Partner — Collaborates with or promotes events through Collive.com, a platform likely supporting Jewish community engagement.
- Consulat de France a NY Partner — Hosted public Chanukah events at the French Consulate in New York
- Esther and Michael Cohen Partner — Key hosts and leaders in organizing Shabbat programs and community hospitality efforts.
- FSJU Partner — Hosted a visit by FSJU, CCVL, and Taglit to the Rabbi of Lubavitch
- French Consulate Partner — Engages with the French Consulate to maintain positive relations with French authorities.
- French Embassy Partner — Engages with the French Embassy to maintain positive relations with French authorities.
- Hassidout.org Partner — Partners with or is associated with Hassidout.org, a resource for Hasidic Jewish communities.
- Ohel Chabad Lubavitch Partner — Operates the Ohel site and manages communications and visitation logistics.
- Rabbi Herman Partner — Leads morning classes and Shabbat services as part of the Shabbat program.
- Rabbi Mikhael Cohen Partner — Rabbi Mikhael Cohen is associated with CCF New York and listed as a contact for course inquiries.
- Rav Mikhael Cohen Government — Executive Director of CCF New York, listed as point of contact and leadership.
- Taglit Partner — Hosted a visit by FSJU, CCVL, and Taglit to the Rabbi of Lubavitch
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.
- Beginner-Inclusive Religious Programmingmethodology: beginner_inclusionBy designing Shabbat services and meals to be accessible and welcoming to beginners, we increase engagement with Jewish practice because reducing intimidation and providing low-barrier entry points enables participation from those unfamiliar or less experienced with tradition.
- Education for Identity and Continuitymethodology: education_for_identity_buildingBy providing religious and cultural education rooted in Torah and Chassidic teachings, we strengthen Jewish identity and ensure spiritual continuity, because structured learning fosters personal connection to tradition across generations and backgrounds.
- Hospitality as Gateway to Jewish Engagementmethodology: hospitality_as_community_engagementBy offering personalized hospitality in a welcoming, home-like environment, we foster connection to Jewish practice and community, because lived experience in a warm, familial setting lowers barriers to participation—especially for tourists, students, and those new to Jewish observance.