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FRIENDS OF TRI CITIES CHABAD INC

BROOKLYN, NY · EIN 474528659 · Form 990EZ · FY2024 · NTEE X12 · Religion-Related · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.jewishtricities.com
revenue
$104K
expenses
$118K
net assets
$6K
employees
mission · from form 990

Many Jewish Canadians have resettled in the United States, and in addition to supporting their local communities, theycontinue to be interesting in supporting and strengthening the Jewish community they left behind. This corporation, createdby Jewish Americans with Canadian roots, hopes to focus such goodwill toward the needs of one particular Jewishcommunity back in Vancouver.

profile · synthesized from sources

Chabad of the Tri-Cities is a Jewish community center in Coquitlam, British Columbia, serving the cities of Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, and Port Moody. It offers religious, educational, and social programs for all ages, including Shabbat services, holiday celebrations, Hebrew school, and adult Torah study. The organization promotes inclusive Jewish engagement regardless of background or level of observance.

named programs · 6 · from sources

What they call their work

Adult Education
Offers JLI (Jewish Learning Institute) courses and weekly Torah classes for adults, focusing on Jewish wisdom, history, and values.
Hebrew School
Hebrew and Jewish education program for children, with registration open for the 2026/27 school year.
Holiday Celebrations
Organizes communal events for Jewish holidays such as Passover, High Holidays, and The Three Weeks.
Shabbat Services
Weekly Shabbat morning services and Kiddush, held every second week, open to all members of the Jewish community.
Teen Programs
Programs designed for Jewish teens to engage with their heritage and community.
Women's Events
Special events and programming tailored for Jewish women in the Tri-Cities area.
activities · 4 groups

What they do

  • Jewish Holiday and Shabbat Community Events 6 activities
    • Facilitates aliyah and holiday support for Jewish families
      Supports Jewish families in making aliyah to Israel and provides holiday-related resources such as handmade shemurah matzah for Passover and guidance on Jewish holidays, particularly for descendants of Holocaust survivors.
    • Hosts Jewish-themed early childhood events
      Organizes Jewish-themed playdate events for young children to introduce them to Jewish traditions and community in an age-appropriate setting.
    • Hosts men's gatherings for community connection
      Organizes men's gatherings featuring food and drink to foster connection and camaraderie among Jewish men in the Tri-Cities region.
    • Hosts regular Shabbat morning services with Torah reading and discussion
      Conducts Shabbat morning services twice per month on the 2nd and 4th Shabbat, including Torah reading, discussion, and a Kiddush lunch with cholent, appetizers, and beverages for the Jewish community.
    • Organizes holiday celebrations and community support services
      Hosts holiday celebrations, Shabbat dinners, hospital visits, and provides emotional support services to strengthen community bonds and support individuals in need.
    • Organizes monthly Friday night Shabbat experiences with themed programming
      Hosts a monthly Friday night Shabbat experience featuring themed programming and cuisine to engage the Jewish community.
  • Structured Jewish Text Study Programs 3 activities
    • Offers weekly Torah and Jewish philosophy classes
      Hosts weekly Torah classes and educational sessions on foundational Jewish texts, including the Tanya, with scheduled sessions through August 2026, aimed at personal growth and spiritual connection.
    • Provides Bar and Bat Mitzvah preparation and youth programs
      Offers Bar and Bat Mitzvah lessons for youth and structured programs for teenagers to build awareness of Jewish life and foster connection.
    • Provides Jewish Learning Institute (JLI) courses
      Offers structured 2025/26 Jewish Learning Institute (JLI) courses focused on Jewish wisdom, history, and values for adult learners.
  • Halachic Guidance and Education Services 1 activity
    • Offers "Ask the Rabbi" spiritual guidance service
      Operates an "Ask the Rabbi" service to provide answers to Jewish questions and advice on religious and personal matters.
  • Jewish Religious Education and Outreach 1 activity
    • Operates Hebrew schools for children to foster Jewish identity
      Provides Hebrew school programs for children of various age groups, including early childhood (ages 3–5) and elementary through middle school, with a focus on building Jewish pride, identity, and education for children from diverse backgrounds; registration is available online for the 2026/27 school year.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$104K
Contributions & grants$104K100%
Program service revenue
Investment income
Other revenue
expenses
Total expenses$118K
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits$20K
Grants paid out$24K
balance sheet
Total assets$6K
Cash
Investments
Liabilities
Net assets$6K
1 years on record · 2024–2024
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 4
  • Menachem Rapoport — Director,
  • Mordechai Gurevitz — Director, President
  • Nechama Wilhelm — Director, Treasurer
  • Yaakov Weiss — Director, Chairman
relationships · 6

Who they work with

  • Chabad Network — Member of the Chabad-Lubavitch global network, operating as Tri-Cities Chabad
  • Chabad of The Tri-Cities Network — Tri-City Chabad Hebrew School is a program offered by Chabad of The Tri-Cities.
  • Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle Partner — Supported in part by Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle
  • Jewish Learning Institute Partner — Partner in offering JLI courses to the community.
  • Tri-Cities Jewish Federation Partner — Supported in part by Tri-Cities Jewish Federation
  • Yeshivat Ohr Yisrael Partner — Supported in part by Yeshivat Ohr Yisrael
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.

  • Identity-Based Jewish Education
    methodology: identity-based education
    By integrating Jewish education with identity formation, the organization strengthens long-term communal engagement because individuals who understand and value their heritage are more likely to remain connected and involved.
  • Inclusive Community Engagement
    methodology: inclusive_community_engagement
    By creating a non-judgmental, accessible space for Jews of all observance levels, the organization fosters broader participation and connection to Judaism because inclusivity reduces barriers to entry and strengthens communal belonging.
  • Personalized Spiritual and Educational Guidance
    methodology: personalized_religious_guidance
    By offering tailored religious advice and age-specific or individualized programming, the organization deepens engagement because personal relevance increases ownership and sustained connection to Jewish life.
  • Spiritual Study as a Path to Personal Growth
    methodology: spiritual_study_for_personal_growth
    By studying Tanya and Kabbalistic texts as practical tools, individuals achieve inner clarity and spiritual development because the organization frames mystical teachings as actionable guidance for daily life.