irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2023
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $108KTen days of learning for women of all ages. Education, enrichment, seminars, and classes were provided at the retreats (Women program).
- #2 $103KProgram for teenage girls - three weeks of learning Jewish education in a camp environment for high school girls (Jewish Un-camp).
named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
Bais Chana Online
Free daily and weekly online Torah and Chassidic teaching classes accessible globally via Zoom for Jewish women of all backgrounds.
Jewish Un-Camp
Three-week summer program for Jewish high school girls (ages 16-19) focused on Jewish education in a camp environment.
Land & Study
11-day subsidized volunteer and study program in Jerusalem for alumni of Snorkel & Study or Sun & Study, combining service in Israel with advanced learning.
Single Jewish Moms Connect
Program designed specifically for single Jewish mothers to connect, learn, and find support through Jewish teachings and community.
Snorkel & Study
Seven-day retreat for undergraduate and graduate Jewish women combining snorkeling, outdoor activities, and intensive Jewish learning.
Sun & Study
Retreat for college-aged Jewish women in Southwest Utah featuring hiking, spiritual study, and discussions on topics like mental health, love, and Jewish ethics.
Women's Jewish Study Retreats
Retreats for Jewish women of all ages offering Torah study, personal growth, and community building in scenic locations.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Women's Leadership & Career Advancement Networks 1 activity
- Facilitates alumnae engagement and mentorship through digital platformOperates Bais Chana Pages, a free online platform enabling alumnae to connect globally, access services, and find mentors.
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Jewish Women's Spiritual & Social Circles 1 activity
- Hosts in-person Jewish educational retreats for women of all agesProvides multi-day retreats featuring Jewish and Chassidic teachings, prayer experiences, Shabbat observance, creative activities, and kosher meals. Retreats are tailored for diverse groups including single Jewish mothers, women 55+, college students, and young professionals, with some programs held in Southwest Utah. Some retreats combine learning with outdoor or recreational components such as Snorkel & Study and Sun & Study.
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Structured Jewish Text Study Programs 1 activity
- Offers online Jewish learning programs for women globallyProvides live weekly and daily online classes through Bais Chana Online, including offerings such as Chassidus Infusion, Inside Tanya, Beyond the Basics Parsha, and Unbox the Energy of the Month. Features real-time interaction, no Hebrew requirement, and global access. Includes a daily 20-minute virtual gathering for study, prayer, and connection, as well as themed series like Rebels & Trailblazers.
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Jewish Youth Summer Camps 1 activity
- Operates summer and winter educational programs for teen and college-age Jewish womenRuns a three-week summer camp program for high school girls aged 16–19 focused on Jewish heritage, identity, peer connection, and outdoor activities, with discussions on topics like antisemitism, technology, and gender. Also operates an 18-year-running winter break program for college women featuring one-week immersive study, celebration, and peer engagement.
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Financial Aid and Scholarship Access Programs 1 activity
- Provides financial assistance and alternative participation models for retreatsOffers Retreat Grants, Childcare Grants, deferred payment plans, and full/partial scholarships to increase accessibility of retreats and programs. Also allows women to exchange talents and skills for participation in retreats.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$656K
Contributions & grants$436K66%
Program service revenue$206K31%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$14K
expenses
Total expenses$685K
Program expenses79%
Admin / overhead21%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$68K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1K
Cash$1K
Investments$0
Liabilities$16K
Net assets$-15K
Liquid reserves0.0 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue -0.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hinda L Sharfstein | Treasurer | 40 | $40K |
| Sara L Krinsky | Secretary | 25 | $20K |
relationships · 9
Who they work with
- Bais Chana Alum Network — Bais Chana alumnae are members of the global sisterhood connected through the Bais Chana Pages platform.
- Chabad Network — Bais Chana Women International is a Chabad nonprofit organization.
- Chabad Network — Bais Chana Women International operates as a Chabad nonprofit organization.
- Chabad Network — Identified as a Chabad nonprofit organization providing Jewish education and support to women.
- PayPal Partner — Accepts donations via PayPal
- Snorkel & Study Partner — Program operated by Bais Chana Women International
- Sun & Study Partner — Program operated by Bais Chana Women International
- Venmo Partner — Accepts donations via Venmo
- Zelle Partner — Accepts donations via Zelle
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.
- Collective Spiritual Action for Global Impactmethodology: collective_spiritual_actionBy organizing women to engage in synchronized prayer and Torah study, we generate spiritual energy that contributes to global peace and national strength, because collective spiritual action has metaphysical efficacy in Jewish thought.
- Crisis-Responsive Empowerment Through Educationmethodology: crisis-responsive-jewish-educationBy delivering urgent, intensive Jewish education in response to rising antisemitism, we empower college women with knowledge and identity resilience because understanding one’s heritage builds confidence and resistance to external hostility.
- Immersive Experiential Education Modelmethodology: experiential_educationBy engaging women in immersive, retreat-based and experiential learning environments, we deepen Jewish identity and spiritual growth because lived experience fosters deeper personal and communal connection than didactic instruction alone.
- Peer and Community-Driven Identity Formationmethodology: intergenerational_community_buildingBy fostering intergenerational and peer-based connections rooted in shared experience and mutual support, we strengthen Jewish identity and empowerment because belonging to a caring, values-driven community reinforces commitment and resilience.
- Soul-Centered Inquiry and Independent Thinkingmethodology: independent_thinkingBy encouraging open questioning and Torah-based reflection, we foster spiritual and personal growth because critical engagement with tradition deepens authenticity and long-term commitment across life stages.