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CHABAD YOUTH QUEENS INC

Brooklyn, NY · EIN 851178256 · Form 990EZ · FY2022 · NTEE X30 · Religion-Related · Micro (<$100K) · www.chabadyq.com
revenue
$71K
expenses
$54K
net assets
$17K
employees
mission · from form 990

This organization is formed for the charitable religious purpose of providing Jewish ministry, religious education, aid and support of all kinds to families, youth and persons of all ages in the Jewish community of the New York City area or elsewhere

profile · synthesized from sources

Chabad Youth Queens is a Jewish outreach organization based in Queens, New York, focused on engaging young people and families in Jewish life and education. It promotes religious observance, Torah study, and community building, with a strong emphasis on the belief in and anticipation of Moshiach (Messiah). The organization supports youth leadership development and offers educational programs rooted in Chabad-Lubavitch Hasidic tradition.

named programs · 2 · from sources

What they call their work

Chai Club
Monthly giving program that supports the development of future Jewish leaders among youth in Queens through sustained financial contributions from community members.
Learning About Moshiach
Educational initiative encouraging study of the concept of Moshiach and the final redemption, including pairing individuals with learning partners to deepen understanding of Jewish messianic belief.
activities · 7 groups

What they do

  • Jewish Religious Education and Outreach 4 activities
    • Educational Workshops for Schools and Camps
      Delivers hands-on, educational workshops through the Mitzvah-To-Life Presentation program, bringing Jewish customs and values to schools and camps in an interactive format.
    • Global Jewish Outreach and Support Network
      Deploys emissaries worldwide to support Jewish communities, responds to global correspondence with spiritual guidance, distributes charitable funds, and engages millions in Jewish practice through outreach initiatives and online platforms.
    • In-School Jewish Cultural Clubs
      Operates Jewish cultural clubs within public middle and high schools, such as at Forest Hills High School and J.H.S. 157 Halsey, offering weekly meetings during school hours or after school featuring discussions, games, food preparation, and hands-on activities focused on Jewish traditions and Israel.
    • Weekly Jewish Trivia Challenges
      Hosts weekly mobile-based Jewish trivia contests for high school students via text message, featuring Amazon gift card prizes and instant feedback, aimed at engaging youth in Jewish knowledge in an accessible format.
  • Jewish Holiday and Shabbat Community Events 2 activities
    • Community-Wide Jewish Holiday Celebrations
      Organizes large-scale annual events for major Jewish holidays including Lag B'Omer, Purim, Sukkot, Chanukah, and Passover, featuring public celebrations, lighting ceremonies, concerts, street dancing, and family-friendly activities to foster intergenerational participation.
    • Shabbat and Weekend Immersion Programs
      Hosts Shabbatons and regular Shabbat gatherings for high school students and men, featuring prayer services, meals, Torah discussions, spirited activities, and community-building experiences centered around Shabbat observance.
  • Structured Jewish Text Study Programs 1 activity
    • Adult Jewish Education and Spiritual Support
      Provides weekly Torah classes for men and women on Jewish law, Chassidic teachings, and practical life applications, held in private homes; also offers individualized spiritual guidance, Mezuzah checks, holiday visitation, and lifecycle support.
  • After-School Academic and Enrichment Programs 1 activity
    • After-School Jewish Education Programs for Youth
      Runs weekly after-school programs for students in grades 6–8, including separate sessions for boys and girls, featuring Jewish learning, games, food preparation, team-building, and trips. Programs are held at the Chabad Youth Center and local schools, with transportation provided where needed.
  • Jewish Leadership Development 1 activity
    • International Network of Jewish Institutions
      Operates approximately 4,900 educational and social-service institutions across over 100 countries, including about 200 in the Former Soviet Union focused on Jewish learning and humanitarian aid.
  • Jewish Textual and Educational Publishing 1 activity
    • Publication and Distribution of Jewish Educational Materials
      Produces and distributes millions of books, pamphlets, audio and video recordings, and educational materials in multiple languages; also publishes over 400 volumes of Torah teachings, letters, and talks.
  • Youth Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
    • Youth Outreach and Volunteer Programs
      Offers periodic programs and volunteer opportunities for high school students, including community service, food package distribution, and religious outreach, designed to build leadership and peer relationships in a positive environment.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$71K
Contributions & grants$71K100%
Program service revenue
Investment income
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$54K
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits
Grants paid out
balance sheet
Total assets$0
Cash
Investments
Liabilities
Net assets$17K
2 years on record · 2021–2022 · YoY revenue +5.3%
relationships · 10

Who they work with

  • 770 - Chabad Headquarters Network — Central hub for Chabad activities, including weekly blessing distributions and organizational leadership.
  • 770, the Rebbe's Synagogue Partner — Facilitates visits to 770, the Rebbe's Synagogue, described as a house of blessings and the mini Temple in the current generation.
  • Forest Hills High School Partner — Hosts the Jewish Club during school hours and is the target school for the Ctext Jewish Trivia program.
  • Home Depot Partner — Partnered on the Chanukah project.
  • J.H.S. 157 Halsey Partner — Hosts the Israel Club program at the school for students to explore Jewish culture and Israel.
  • J.H.S. 190 Partner — Hosts Jewish club meetings at the school premises for students.
  • J.H.S. 190 Russell Sage Partner — Hosts the Jewish Club program at the school for students to explore Jewish culture.
  • Lubavitcher Rebbe Partner — Central spiritual leader whose teachings and emissaries guide the organization's mission and outreach.
  • QJCC Partner — Collaborates to provide additional resources to the Queens Jewish community.
  • UJA Partner — Collaborates to provide additional resources to the Queens Jewish community.
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.

  • Decentralized Spiritual Conduit Model
    methodology: decentralized outreach network
    By deploying emissary couples to establish local centers, we extend spiritual access because each center functions as a conduit for divine guidance and Rebbe-inspired leadership, making sacred purpose locally accessible.
  • Education as Spiritual Activation
    methodology: education_as_redemption
    By studying concepts like messianic redemption, we actively participate in bringing about their realization because Torah study is not merely intellectual but a spiritually efficacious act that influences divine outcomes.
  • Experiential and Joy-Centered Engagement
    methodology: experiential_education
    By combining Jewish education with play, recreation, and joyful service, we increase engagement and internalization of values because positive emotional experiences create durable spiritual connections.
  • Long-Term Relational Mentorship Model
    methodology: long-term youth mentorship
    By embedding culturally accessible programming in schools and continuing mentorship beyond graduation, we sustain youth engagement because ongoing relationships foster lasting Jewish identity and communal belonging.