What they call their work
What they do
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Jewish Holiday and Shabbat Community Events 6 activities
- Facilitates aliyah and holiday support for Jewish familiesSupports 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 eventsOrganizes 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 connectionOrganizes 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 discussionConducts 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 servicesHosts 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 programmingHosts a monthly Friday night Shabbat experience featuring themed programming and cuisine to engage the Jewish community.
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Structured Jewish Text Study Programs 3 activities
- Offers weekly Torah and Jewish philosophy classesHosts 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 programsOffers 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) coursesOffers structured 2025/26 Jewish Learning Institute (JLI) courses focused on Jewish wisdom, history, and values for adult learners.
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Halachic Guidance and Education Services 1 activity
- Offers "Ask the Rabbi" spiritual guidance serviceOperates an "Ask the Rabbi" service to provide answers to Jewish questions and advice on religious and personal matters.
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Jewish Religious Education and Outreach 1 activity
- Operates Hebrew schools for children to foster Jewish identityProvides 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.
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Who runs it
- Menachem Rapoport — Director,
- Mordechai Gurevitz — Director, President
- Nechama Wilhelm — Director, Treasurer
- Yaakov Weiss — Director, Chairman
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
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 Educationmethodology: identity-based educationBy 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 Engagementmethodology: inclusive_community_engagementBy 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 Guidancemethodology: personalized_religious_guidanceBy 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 Growthmethodology: spiritual_study_for_personal_growthBy 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.