named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Judaic Themed Robotics and Coding
Robotics program where children code robots to perform Jewish-themed tasks such as setting a Shabbat table or navigating a holiday obstacle course
Judaic Themed STEM / Circuit Building
Hands-on electricity and circuit-building program culminating in a take-home craft, integrated with Jewish themes
Small Wonder Jewish Puppets
Flagship puppet shows incorporating music, storytelling, and ventriloquism with Jewish themes; designed for preschool to 3rd grade audiences
activities · 2 groups
What they do
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Youth Theater Arts Education 1 activity
- Jewish-themed puppet theater performancesProvides live puppet shows with Jewish themes for schools, synagogues, camps, and private parties, having performed thousands of shows for tens of thousands of children over more than 40 years.
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Hands-On STEM Education Programs 1 activity
- Judaic-themed STEM education programsOffers hands-on robotics, coding, and circuit-building programs for children with Jewish educational themes, including robot programming for Shabbat and holiday activities, and circuit-building projects that explore conductors and culminate in a take-home craft.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$97K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$97K100%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$126K
Program expenses78%
Admin / overhead22%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$78K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$22K
Cash$7K
Investments$0
Liabilities$8K
Net assets$14K
Liquid reserves0.6 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +16.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| YAAKOV HOROWITZ | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $55K |
| ALIZA HOROWITZ | SECRETARY | 10 | $16K |
board members · 2
- NEIL THALHEIM — PRESIDENT
- RABBI SHOLOM BAUMGARTEN — VICE PRESIDENT
strategies · 2
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.
- Hands-On STEM Engagement 79 orgsmethodology: hands-on_stem_educationBy using interactive robotics and circuit-building activities, we foster children’s STEM learning and creativity, because tactile, experiential methods are more effective at stimulating understanding and long-term interest than passive instruction.shared approach: Experiential Engagement in STEM →
- Culturally Integrated STEM Education 6 orgsmethodology: culturally_integrated_stemBy combining STEM learning with Jewish cultural and religious themes, we increase engagement and relevance for children in Jewish educational settings, because the integration of familiar cultural contexts enhances both interest and retention in science education.shared approach: Integrated Cultural Pedagogy →