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Simply Jewish Ltd
Nanuet, NY · EIN 815158136 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE K12 · Food, Agriculture & Nutrition · Micro (<$100K) · www.simplyjewish.com
revenue
$56K
expenses
$123K
net assets
$487K
employees
0
volunteers
3
program ratio
100%
mission · from form 990

To promote and advance public interest in Judaism and to provide financial aid to needy individuals and to promote civic political and cultural programs beneficial to the Jewish people

profile · synthesized from sources

Simply Jewish Ltd is an educational nonprofit that provides accessible, practical guides to Jewish traditions, rituals, and lifecycle events. It produces books, digital resources, and multimedia content designed to help Jews of all backgrounds understand and practice Judaism in a straightforward, engaging way. The organization emphasizes clarity and simplicity in teaching Shabbat, holidays, kosher laws, and Jewish customs.

named programs · 3 · from sources

What they call their work

Podcast: The Circle of Jewish Life
Audio series covering Jewish lifecycle events and traditions to support learning and engagement
Simply Jewish Book
A comprehensive illustrated guide explaining Jewish lifecycle events, holidays, rituals, and practices in accessible language
The Simply Jewish Haggadah
Color Haggadah with step-by-step instructions, commentary, stories, and recipes to enhance the Passover Seder experience
activities · 4 groups

What they do

  • Jewish Textual and Educational Publishing 3 activities
    • Distribute educational materials on Jewish ritual items
      Provides clear, practical resources explaining the blessings and proper use of key Jewish ritual objects such as tefilin, mezuzah, and tallit, enabling informed engagement with religious practices.
    • Produce and distribute guides for Passover Seder
      Creates and distributes a color Haggadah and related materials that serve as a comprehensive guide to the Passover Seder, including ceremonial steps, storytelling, analysis of the Exodus, and traditional recipes. Includes practical guidance for leading a Seder.
    • Produce and distribute multi-format educational content
      Creates and shares educational materials in print, podcast, and video formats, including a podcast on the Jewish life cycle and illustrated guides covering holidays, rituals, and lifecycle events.
  • Halachic Guidance and Education Services 1 activity
    • Provide educational resources on Jewish customs and practices
      Offers comprehensive, accessible guidance on Jewish rituals, customs, and lifestyle practices throughout the year, including step-by-step instructions for observance and daily living. Resources are designed for individuals at all levels of familiarity, including beginners.
  • Kosher Certification and Supervision Services 1 activity
    • Share traditional kosher recipes and cooking resources
      Provides traditional kosher recipes and cooking guidance for Jewish home practices, including challah, chicken soup, and chulent, to support cultural and religious observance.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Support Shabbat observance through practical resources
      Provides detailed educational materials, checklists, and written prayers for Shabbat observance, including candle lighting, Kiddush, rituals, and meal practices. Offers accessible instruction to help individuals confidently perform Friday night rituals.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$56K
Contributions & grants$56K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$123K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$123K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$487K
Cash$487K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$487K
Liquid reserves47.7 mo
2 years on record · 2023–2024 · YoY revenue -69.0%
relationships · 12

Who they work with

  • Birthright Israel Alumni New York Partner — Rabbi Lawrence Hajioff, Educational Director, endorses Simply Jewish for connecting individuals to Jewish heritage.
  • Camp Sternberg Partner — Rabbi Ronnie Greenwald, Founder & Director, endorses Simply Jewish as helpful for beginners.
  • Conference of Presidents of Major America Jewish Organizations Partner — Malcolm I. Hoenlein, Executive Vice Chairman, endorses Simply Jewish as a guide for understanding Jewish life.
  • Cong. G’vul Yaabetz Partner — Rabbi Dovid Cohen, Rav of Cong. G’vul Yaabetz, endorses Simply Jewish as fulfilling a need for introductory Jewish education.
  • Federation of Rockland County Partner — Shimon Pepper, Director, endorses Simply Jewish as a comprehensive reference for Jewish tradition.
  • Jamie Geller Partner — Collaborates with award-winning author Jamie Geller to include recipes in The Simply Jewish Haggadah.
  • Jewish Student Union Partner — Steven Burg, Dean, attests to the demand for Jewish knowledge and endorses Simply Jewish as a resource to meet it.
  • National UJA Partner — Shimon Pepper, former Vice President, endorses Simply Jewish as a must-have reference guide.
  • Nefesh International Partner — Rabbi Dovid Cohen, affiliated with Nefesh International, provides a testimonial supporting Simply Jewish.
  • Ohel Foster Homes Partner — Rabbi Dovid Cohen, associated with Ohel Foster Homes, endorses Simply Jewish as a valuable guide to Jewish customs and practices.
  • Shabbat Across America Partner — Collaborates with or promotes participation in the Shabbat Across America program to encourage Shabbat observance.
  • Stern College for Women, Yeshiva University Partner — Shoshana Schechter, Director of Basic Jewish Studies, endorses Simply Jewish as a comprehensive guide to Jewish rituals.
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 Jewish Education through Contemporary Language and Practical Framing
    methodology: accessible_jewish_education
    By translating complex Jewish traditions into contemporary language and teaching Jewish law through practical, real-life scenarios, we make Jewish practice accessible and actionable for beginners, because this lowers barriers to engagement and enables individuals to integrate observance into modern life.
  • Educational Outreach through Media and Explanatory Content
    methodology: media-based outreach
    By creating podcasts, videos, and explanatory materials like a guided Haggadah, we deepen understanding and participation, because accessible content that clarifies rituals and meanings increases engagement, especially among beginners.
  • Holistic Lifecycle-Based Jewish Education
    methodology: lifecycle-based_education
    By organizing Jewish education and practice around lifecycle events and representing them as a continuous cycle, we provide a holistic framework for living Jewishly, because anchoring learning in personal milestones increases relevance and long-term engagement.
  • Incremental Engagement Model for Shabbat Observance
    methodology: incremental religious engagement
    By encouraging partial but meaningful Shabbat practices like candle lighting and Kiddush, we foster deeper religious engagement over time, because starting with accessible rituals builds confidence and habit without requiring full immediate observance.