Jewish Initiative Organizations We Support:
New York City is home to 1.1 million Jewish people, and has historically been a home for our people since before New York was New York, when Jews first settled in New Amsterdam. Since that time it has been not just a home, but a refuge for WWII refugees and Holocaust survivors who found religious freedom in a new land.
It may be impossible to support every Synagogue that keeps New York City’s Jewish communities thriving and connected, but through the advocacy of select Jewish Foundations, Museums, schools and institutions, the Charatan Family Foundation seeks to protect and further the wonderful legacy of Judaism and its participants.
Jewish Partisan Education Foundation
The Jewish Partisan Education Foundation inspires visitors to address genocide, racism, sexism, hate and tyranny at home and around the world. JPEF focuses on teaching educational and cultural organizations about Jewish partisans, those Jews who fought back against the Nazis during the Holocaust.
United States Holocaust Museum
The Holocaust Museum has been instrumental in informing crowds of tourists day in and day out about the intimate and tragic history of the holocaust. Over 7,000 visitors a day, including graduate students, teachers, and professors travel to the museum site for the academic experience.
Chabad of Southampton
As the first synagogue in Southampton, NY, the Chabad of Southampton continues to operate as a pioneer organization for Jews from all walks of life. From Friday-night Shabbat services and educational children’s lessons to Hebrew reading courses for adults, the Chabad of Southampton coordinates programs to heighten the religious knowledge of all ages.
UJA Federation
UJA identifies and meets the needs of New Yorkers and Jews everywhere through the power of collective action. Together, its members care for people in need, respond to crises close to home and far away, and help to shape the future of Judaism.
Sheba Medical Center
Located in Israel, the Sheba Medical Center is the largest and most comprehensive medical center in the Middle East. American Friends of Sheba is dedicated to raising awareness and philanthropic support for Sheba Medical Center’s compassionate clinical care, cutting edge research and comprehensive educational training.
The Hampton Synagogue
The Hampton Synagogue was founded in the spirit of ahavat yisrael, the love of Jewish people, faith, and heritage. Its mission is to embody the beautification of Jewish traditions and experiences in the Hamptons community.
The Chelsea Shul
Founded in 1865, The Chelsea Shul has a long and beautiful history of serving as a focal point of Jewish life. Located in New York City’s West Village, it is place where over 150 years of Jewish tradition meets the energetic Jewish spirit of a new generation.
Women’s International Zionist Organization
WIZO improves lives by providing social service programs and educational facilities in Israel, with a focus on women, family, and community welfare. Founded in 1920, WIZO continues to identify the needs of Israeli society and creates solutions to meet them.
Gottesman RTW Academy
Gottesman RTW Academy is a coeducational Jewish day school located in Randolph, New Jersey serving approximately 225 children in nursery school through grade eight. Families served represent the entire spectrum of contemporary Jewish observance.