irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $0THE FURTHURANCE OF JEWISH ETHICS OBSERVANCES & EDUCATION
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Hashevaynu Synagogue
Weekly prayer minyan with over 150 attendees and a communal Kiddush; located at 144-49 72nd Dr, Queens
Mishnah Berurah Yomi
Daily 15-minute class on the Mishnah Berurah, focusing on the laws of Shabbos, following mincha maariv prayers
Shabbatons and Hospitality
Provides Shabbat and holiday hosting with warm families for individuals new to Jewish observance
Sponsor the Daf
Supports daily Talmud study classes led by Rabbi Avi Zakutinsky; sponsors contribute $36/week or $100/month
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Jewish Textual and Educational Publishing 2 activities
- Production and distribution of Torah education contentDistributes over 4,000 recorded Torah lectures through podcast platforms and produces original content including daily and weekly shiurim such as 'moonLight of Emuna' and Mishnah Berura Yomi.
- Religious publishing and halachic scholarshipAuthored and published multiple volumes of Hebrew and English religious texts on halacha, including three volumes of Umekareiv Biyamin and a 400-page book on Jewish wedding laws and customs; maintains ongoing halachic writings through halachablog.com.
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Community Space Provision 1 activity
- Community facility and event space managementMakes a simcha hall available for community rentals and operates facilities that support educational and religious programming in Queens.
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Disaster Relief and Recovery Services 1 activity
- Emergency facility rebuilding campaignLaunched an emergency campaign to rebuild facilities following major flood damage from a recent storm.
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Jewish Women's Spiritual & Social Circles 1 activity
- Jewish identity and outreach programmingProvides ongoing support to Jewish individuals exploring their identity through classes, Shabbatons, holiday hospitality, social networking, shidduch assistance, and life cycle event coordination, all offered at no cost to participants.
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Jewish Worship and Study Center 1 activity
- Synagogue and communal worship servicesOperates a synagogue in Queens, New York, where over 150 people attend services weekly, including daily Torah classes and prayer services.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$739K
Contributions & grants$739K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$750K
Program expenses98%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$308K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$61K
Cash$61K
Investments$0
Liabilities$11K
Net assets$50K
Liquid reserves1.0 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +13.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 3
- JONATHAN ZAKUTINSKY — DIRECTOR
- MARK WEISS — DIRECTOR
- MICHAEL LIPMAN — DIRECTOR
relationships · 10
Who they work with
- CauseMatch.com Partner — Platform used for processing donations.
- Dirshu Partner — Partner organization whose Mishnah Berura Yomi program is used as the curriculum for daily shiurim.
- Orthodox Union (OU) Partner — Partners in hosting or disseminating Rabbi Avi Zakutinsky's lectures.
- Rabbi Avi Zakutinsky Partner — Contact point for sponsoring the daily Talmud study cycle.
- Rabbi Yehuda Zakutinsky Government — Founding Director of Hashevaynu and leader of its programs for over 35 years.
- Rabbi Zak Government — Primary contact for dedication opportunities and organizational inquiries.
- Torah Anytime Partner — Hosts Rabbi Avi Zakutinsky's lectures.
- YUTorah Partner — Hosts Rabbi Avi Zakutinsky's lectures.
- halachablog.com Partner — Platform hosting Rabbi Avi Zakutinsky's halachic writings.
- www.tloe.us Partner — Website associated with R’ Dov Elias’s adaptation of Light of Emuna.
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.
- Accessible Religious Education for Broad Uptakemethodology: accessible_religious_educationBy producing halachic and educational materials designed for both laypeople and leaders, we increase understanding and practice of Jewish law, because accessibility removes barriers to learning and empowers individuals to integrate tradition into daily life.
- Digital-First Dissemination for Scalable Engagementmethodology: digital_outreachBy delivering Torah education through digital platforms and mobile messaging, we expand reach and participation, because removing geographic and logistical barriers enables broader, more consistent engagement with Jewish learning.
- Fostering Community Belonging to Strengthen Identitymethodology: community-belongingBy creating a familial and inclusive environment, we deepen Jewish identity and sustained engagement, because a sense of belonging increases emotional investment and long-term commitment to communal life.
- Structured Daily Learning for Consistent Practicemethodology: daily_learning_cycleBy implementing a daily structured learning cycle, we cultivate sustained Torah study among participants, because routine and discipline support habit formation and spiritual growth over time.
- Text-Based Relevance for Contemporary Engagementmethodology: text-based_relevanceBy grounding weekly teachings in classical Jewish texts and adapting them to modern contexts, we produce spiritually resonant messages that sustain engagement, because relevance increases personal connection and long-term commitment to Jewish practice.