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AM SHALEM INC
BROOKLYN, NY · EIN 451647537 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE X30 · Religion-Related · Micro (<$100K) · www.am-shalem.com
revenue
$6K
expenses
$14K
net assets
$6K
employees
0
program ratio
80%
mission · from form 990

A Community based organization whose goal is to unify the Jewsih community from all backgrounds by breaking down barriers.

profile · synthesized from sources

Am Shalem is a nonprofit organization founded by Rabbi Haim Amsellem to promote Jewish identity, Torah study, and community engagement. It serves Jews of all backgrounds through educational programs, community events, and outreach initiatives. The organization emphasizes inclusivity, lifelong learning, and strengthening Jewish life in Brooklyn, Israel, and beyond.

named programs · 5 · from sources

What they call their work

Am Shalem Center Jerusalem
Research institute under development in Jerusalem dedicated to contemporary halakhic and Jewish identity issues
Community Events
Cultural and religious gatherings that foster connection and belonging within the Jewish community
Educational Workshops
Programs offering learning opportunities on Jewish tradition, identity, and values
Torah Study Groups
Regular study sessions focused on Torah learning for adults and youth of all levels
Youth Programs
Educational and social initiatives designed to engage Jewish youth in meaningful Jewish life
activities · 4 groups

What they do

  • Jewish Religious Education and Outreach 2 activities
    • Support for Jewish converts through Ahavat HaGer
      Founded Ahavat HaGer, an organization that supports individuals through the conversion process to Judaism.
    • Torah study and Jewish education programs
      Organizes ongoing Torah study groups, educational workshops, youth programs, and family activities to promote Jewish identity and lifelong learning within a welcoming environment.
  • Jewish Advanced Torah Education 1 activity
    • Development of a Jerusalem Torah study center
      Constructing a new center in Jerusalem dedicated to the study and clarification of Torah and halakhic issues.
  • Halachic Guidance and Education Services 1 activity
    • Online religious services and halakhic guidance
      Provides online religious activities and services addressing contemporary halakhic, Hebrew law, and Jewish identity issues.
  • Jewish Textual and Educational Publishing 1 activity
    • Research on contemporary Torah and halakhic issues
      Operates a research institute that studies contemporary Torah and halakhic questions and produces religious rulings; has authored over 40 books on Torah literature, including the halakhic work Zera Yisrael on conversion to Judaism.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$6K
Contributions & grants$6K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$14K
Program expenses80%
Admin / overhead20%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$5K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$6K
Cash$6K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$6K
Liquid reserves5.2 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -98.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 2
  • EVA BENDAYAN — PRESIDENT
  • JACK MANN — VICE PRESIDENT
relationships · 3

Who they work with

  • Ahavat HaGer Partner — Founded Ahavat HaGer to support converts through the conversion process.
  • Giyur keHalacha Partner — Co-founded Giyur keHalacha, an organization focused on halakhic conversion.
  • Shas Partner — Was a founding member and served as a Knesset member before resigning in 2011 due to ideological differences.
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.

  • Accessible Conversion Process
    methodology: accessible_conversion_process
    By advocating for a more accessible and less burdensome conversion process grounded in halakha, we increase participation and inclusion because reducing systemic barriers encourages sincere seekers to join Jewish life.
  • Centralized Religious Authority for Contemporary Rulings
    methodology: centralized_religious_authority
    By establishing a centralized research institute in Jerusalem to issue authoritative halakhic rulings on modern issues, we influence global Jewish practice because centralized, credible decision-making creates consistency and trust in religious guidance.
  • Inclusive Community Outreach
    methodology: inclusive_community_outreach
    By welcoming Jews of all backgrounds and beliefs into community life through outreach and Torah study, we strengthen Jewish identity and continuity because belonging fosters engagement and commitment.
  • Lifelong Torah-Based Education
    methodology: lifelong_jewish_education
    By offering Torah study across age groups and knowledge levels, we promote Jewish growth and identity because ongoing education deepens personal connection and religious continuity.