CHABAD OF BROOKLINE INC

aka The Chai Center   |   Brookline, MA   |  www.GetChai.com

Mission

Of 25,000 Jews living in greater Brookline, half are not connected to anything Jewish; no synagogues, no schools nor any other Jewish organization. Without some place to call their Jewish home, this large segment of our population (singles, young couples and whole families) may be forever lost to the Jewish community.

The good news: The Chabad Chai Center was created and geared for these Very Non Affiliates. Our goal is to reach this specific market through producing events that are on the cutting edge, yet with a Jewish soul. The Chabad Chai Center is the only organization in the Boston area that is solely committed to serving this large and sometimes forgotten group across the Jewish spectrum. As long as the people that we reach grow in their Judaism and stay connected with any kind of Jewish organization and community, we've done our job. We will be a referral service for all those singles and couples who don't & won't come to a Temple or a Synagogue for a service or function...but will be intrigued enough to come to a Jewish astrology night, Purim at the Comedy Connection or a spiritual retreat on Cape Cod.

Building on the successful model of our sister organization, the Chai Center of Los Angeles, we aim to create a network of such marginally affiliated Jews (with a distinctly Boston flavor), that will ultimately serve as their entryway into the larger Jewish community.

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The Chai Center is your place in Brookline for spiritual guidance, Jewish holiday events, Shabbat dinners, traditions and culture for families in the Brookline area.

The Chai Center is dedicated to providing every Jew regardless of background, philosophy or level of commitment, an open door environment for strengthening and enhancing Jewish family life. The Chai Center serves individuals and families looking for an anchor and non-judgmental, accepting, personalized Jewish experience.
The Chai Center offers “Digestible Judaism,” and a home away from home for everyone who walks through its doors.

YJP - www.YJPboston.org
The Chai Center's Young Jewish Professionals of Brookline and Boston serves as a hub for social and educational activities for any Jew that moves — serving primarily the thousands of young Jewish adults living and working in and around the Boston and Brookline area. Meet, network and socialize with other young Jewish professionals and business people in their 20’s and 30’s in a welcoming, congenial, stylish and relaxed setting with a spirited vibe.

Chai Kidz - www.ChaiKidz.com
Chai Kidz is a place for children to have a great time, be proud of their Judaism and promotes Jewish values and friendships. We have a full range of programs and activities that place an emphasis on Jewish character, customs and culture.

Ruling year info

2004

Principal Officer

Mayshe Schwartz

Main address

105 ST Paul St.

Brookline, MA 02446 USA

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EIN

45-0521924

NTEE code info

Jewish (X30)

IRS filing requirement

This organization is not required to file an annual return with the IRS because it is a church.

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The Chai Center

EDUCATION
- Adult education, Kabbala lecture series, Jewish astrology work shops, Judaism 101 lectures series
Business lunch & Learn
Woman's circle - Jewish Youth Forum,
Weekly Kabbala classes, Weekly email - guest lectures.
HOLIDAY AWARENESS
Free High Holiday service, Chanukah singles parties, Menorah lightning's
Purim at the world famous Comedy stoWine and Cheese Tasting. Annual tour to Israel /NYC.

Kosher awareness week, Advanced Legal Education/seminar. Medical Ethics Symposium, friendship circle, - Hospital & Nursing home visitation,, House Calls- Mezuzah, Kitchen Koshering, life cycles events and consultations

Population(s) Served

YJP - www.YJPboston.org
The Chai Center's Young Jewish Professionals of Brookline and Boston serves as a hub for social and educational activities for any Jew that moves — serving primarily the thousands of young Jewish adults living and working in and around the Boston and Brookline area. Meet, network and socialize with other young Jewish professionals and business people in their 20’s and 30’s in a welcoming, congenial, stylish and relaxed setting with a spirited vibe.

Population(s) Served

Chai Kidz - www.ChaiKidz.com
Chai Kidz is a place for children to have a great time, be proud of their Judaism and promotes Jewish values and friendships. We have a full range of programs and activities that place an emphasis on Jewish character, customs and culture.

Population(s) Served

www.HebrewSchoolOfTheArts.com
Inspiring Judaism through the universal language of the arts! Preschool and elementary programs available.
Hebrew School of the Arts is an exciting and innovative educational program for both elementary age and preschoolers. Our Hebrew School has a particular focus on educating children through art, song and drama, enabling children to experience the ideas and ideals which are taught in a relevant and artistic manner. As a trend setter in creative Jewish education we have exciting new programs, a dynamic staff and interested students. Our student body is made up of children from various backgrounds and affiliations. Each child receives the individualized attention he/she needs to further their Judaic education.

Population(s) Served

www.GetChai.com/BMX
At Chai Kidz, we take a unique approach to Bar Mitzvah training, regardless of where the celebration and service will be taking place. Our emphasis in preparing Bar Mitzvah boys is to foster an awareness that Bar Mitzvah is seen as the beginning, not the end!

Population(s) Served

www.GetChai.com/BatMitzvahClub
Our focus is to challenge and stimulate our members, encourage girls from all backgounds to learn more about this unique time in their lives, and help them gain new perspectives on their positions as females, as adults, and as Jews.

Population(s) Served

What a great way to learn and experience Jewish traditions in a warm and loving atmosphere while promoting early childhood development. Discover your child's world through music, movement, sensory stimulations and circle time. A chance to socialize with other Brookline moms.

Population(s) Served

The Chai Center invites you to a Shabbat day service in a welcoming, warm and friendly atmosphere.

No background is necessary at this user-friendly service. There is no membership required. Hebrew books with English translation are provided. Page numbers are announced throughout the service.
The service begins at 10:00am, every Saturday. The service concludes by 12:00 noon.
Followed by a huge full Lunch Buffet Kiddush that all are invited to partake in.

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CHABAD OF BROOKLINE INC

Board of directors
as of 10/26/2016
SOURCE: Self-reported by organization
Board chair

Shifra Schwartz