named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Conversion Guidance Program
One-on-one rabbinic mentorship with Rabbi Adam Mintz, including 25 hours of online learning, community integration, and preparation for beit din and mikveh
Think Aloud Community Engagement
Program encouraging open discussion and participation in Shabbat dinners, holiday celebrations, and community projects as part of the conversion journey
Your People Will Be My People Podcast
Podcast hosted by Rabbi Adam Mintz and journalist Meredith Berkman exploring personal stories and experiences of Jewish conversion
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Jewish Holiday and Shabbat Community Events 1 activity
- Immersive Jewish community experiences through Shabbat and holiday eventsOrganizes and hosts Shabbat dinners, holiday celebrations, and weekly prayer gatherings at the JCC to provide immersive learning and community integration for individuals exploring Judaism.
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Structured Jewish Text Study Programs 1 activity
- Jewish conversion program with educational curriculum and rabbinic guidanceProvides a structured conversion program consisting of 25 one-hour online learning sessions, individual meetings with rabbinic faculty, community integration support, and facilitation of formal conversion through a Beit Din. Includes ongoing one-on-one guidance from Rabbi Mintz throughout the entire process.
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Podcast and Radio Production 1 activity
- Podcast production featuring personal stories of Jewish conversionProduces a podcast series titled "Your People Will Be My People" that features diverse voices sharing personal experiences of Jewish conversion, including episodes on individuals such as Kennedy Fortgang and Sarah Hildering.
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Intercessory Prayer Services 1 activity
- Support for post-conversion integration and continued engagementOffers ongoing support after conversion, including holiday guidance, life-cycle event planning, and continued learning opportunities to ensure sustained community and spiritual connection.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Coordination of formal conversion requirementsPrepares and coordinates individuals for official conversion requirements, including appearance before a beit din, immersion in a mikveh, and ceremonial naming.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$536K
Contributions & grants$497K93%
Program service revenue$36K7%
Investment income$4K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$390K
Program expenses84%
Admin / overhead16%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$170K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$532K
Cash$493K
Investments$0
Liabilities$330K
Net assets$202K
Liquid reserves15.2 mo
2 years on record · 2023–2024 · YoY revenue +250.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADAM MINTZ | DIRECTOR | 20 | $58K |
| AVRAM MLOTEK | DIRECTOR | 10 | $32K |
| JONATHAN LEENER | DIRECTOR | 10 | $28K |
relationships · 5
Who they work with
- JCC Partner — Hosts weekly prayer, Shabbat dinners, and holiday celebrations as part of the conversion program.
- Meredith Berkman Partner — Co-host and journalist for the "Your People Will Be My People" podcast.
- Meredith Berkman Partner — Co-host of the "Your People Will Be My People" podcast.
- Rabbi Adam Mintz Partner — Co-host of the "Your People Will Be My People" podcast.
- Rabbi Mintz Partner — Rabbinic faculty member providing 1-on-1 mentorship within the conversion program.
strategies · 5
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.
- Continuous Rabbinic Accompanimentmethodology: continuous_accompanimentBy assigning a single rabbinic guide throughout the conversion journey, the organization ensures trust, consistency, and personalized spiritual development because long-term relational continuity supports vulnerability, accountability, and deeper growth.
- Experiential Learning through Lived Practicemethodology: learning_by_doingBy integrating participants into daily rituals and communal observances, the organization enables deeper internalization of Jewish life because embodied practice fosters identity transformation more effectively than didactic instruction alone.
- Open Inquiry as Spiritual Pathwaymethodology: think_aloudBy validating doubt and encouraging open questioning, the organization fosters authentic faith development because allowing space for uncertainty reduces pressure and supports genuine, self-directed spiritual exploration.
- Storytelling as Communal Connectionmethodology: storytelling-through-podcastBy sharing personal narratives of conversion through podcasting, the organization deepens collective understanding and fosters emotional connection within the Jewish community because hearing lived experiences builds empathy and reduces stigma around conversion.
- Structured Education with Relational Integrationmethodology: mentorship-and-community-integrationBy combining formal education, personalized rabbinic mentorship, and integration into local Orthodox communities, the organization supports meaningful and sustained Jewish conversion because relational continuity and communal belonging reinforce learning and identity formation.