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Mishpachtainu Inc
Monsey, NY · EIN 853832402 · Form 990 · FY2025 · Small ($100K-$1M) · mishpachtainu.org
revenue
$208K
expenses
$207K
net assets
$2K
employees
0
volunteers
2
program ratio
73%
mission · from form 990

The organization intends to accomplish the fostering and the development of a compassionate society where every citizen and his family will be financially assisted and supported in their efforts to attain a means and opportunities.

profile · synthesized from sources

Mishpachtainu Inc is a nonprofit organization based in Monsey, NY, supporting Orthodox Jewish single mothers, agunas (chained women unable to remarry under Jewish law), and widows. The organization provides weekly Shabbos meals, a nurturing community, and critical resources to combat isolation and financial hardship. Founded by Yehudis Sherman, it operates as a family-like support network and plans to expand into a permanent residential retreat for weekly gatherings.

named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

Counseling Services
Provides emotional and practical support to women navigating divorce, widowhood, or religious-legal challenges.
Food Pantry
Distributes food and essential resources to support single mothers and widows facing financial hardship and isolation.
Hachnosas Orchim Residence
Offers temporary housing for out-of-town guests, enabling participation in Mishpachtainu programs and community events.
Weekly Shabbos Meals
Provides communal Shabbos meals for up to 35 women, fostering companionship, joy, and spiritual connection in a family-like setting.
activities · 4 groups

What they do

  • Single Parent Support Services 1 activity
    • Community programming and ongoing support for Jewish single mothers
      Offers ongoing support and community programming tailored to Jewish single mothers, including social and educational components that build resilience and connection.
  • Faith-Based Integrated Support Services 1 activity
    • Food pantry and counseling services for Jewish single mothers, divorcees, and widows
      Operates a food pantry and provides counseling services to support the material and emotional well-being of vulnerable Jewish women, including single mothers, divorcees, and widows.
  • Guest Lodging for Members and Affiliates 1 activity
    • Operation of Hachnosas Orchim residence for out-of-town guests
      Provides lodging through a Hachnosas Orchim residence to support out-of-town guests, fulfilling a traditional Jewish value of hospitality.
  • Jewish Holiday and Shabbat Community Events 1 activity
    • Weekly Shabbos meals for Orthodox Jewish single mothers and vulnerable women
      Hosts weekly Shabbos meals for up to 35 Orthodox Jewish women, including single mothers, agunas, and widows, as a core community support service that fosters connection through food, song, and learning.
financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$208K
Contributions & grants$208K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$207K
Program expenses73%
Admin / overhead1%
Fundraising26%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$2K
Cash$2K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$2K
Liquid reserves0.1 mo
4 years on record · 2022–2025 · YoY revenue +99.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025

Who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
Shlomtze Weisz Member 10 $855
board members · 2
  • Judith Braun — Member
  • Susan Sherman — President
relationships · 2

Who they work with

  • PayPal Government — Platform used for receiving donations
  • yadnoshim Partner — Financial donations to Mishpachtainu are directed to yadnoshim via Zelle or PayPal.
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.

  • Community-Centered Support Model
    methodology: community-centered_support
    By creating a nurturing, family-like community and shared experiences such as Shabbos, we reduce isolation and strengthen psychosocial well-being among Orthodox Jewish single mothers, divorcees, and widows, because belonging and mutual support are foundational to resilience in this population.
  • Financial Support for Opportunity Access
    methodology: financial_support_for_opportunity_access
    By providing financial assistance, individuals and families gain access to essential opportunities and resources, because economic barriers are a primary constraint to participation in community and personal development.
  • Holistic Community Empowerment
    methodology: holistic_community_retreat
    By offering weekly holistic programming in a retreat-like environment, we empower single mothers through integrated community, education, and wellness activities, because sustained engagement in supportive, multi-dimensional settings fosters long-term personal growth and resilience.