Our Story
Jewish Youth Foundation was established in 1994, to serve the Jewish community of Milwaukee. Jewish Youth Foundation is a place where everyone is welcome, regardless of affiliation or prior level of knowledge. Its sole purpose is to create a warm, welcoming environment to explore and experience Judaism's warm and relevant spiritual inspirations in a non-judgmental and inviting atmosphere.
Since its inception, Jewish Youth Foundation strives to meet the needs of the community with religious services, social events, as well as an array of programming including Kosher Food Clubs at several Milwaukee area high schools, Lunch & Learn programming at the Teen House near Nicolet High School, regional Shabbatons, holiday programming on Sukkot, Chanukah, Purim, and Pesach, and much more.
Jewish Youth Foundation is a local, independent and financially self-supporting entity. Every dollar that we receive comes from the generosity of people like you. We are a 501(c)(3) organization and your donations are fully tax deductible.
Meet the Shapiros
Rabbi Avremi and Shaindy Shapiro moved to Milwaukee and founded Jewish Youth Foundation in 1994.
Prior to moving to Milwaukee, Rabbi Shapiro grew up in New York before pursuing studies in Jewish thought and practice in Rabbincal College of America in Morristown, New Jersey. His infectious optimism and joyful personality drives his commitment and dedication to his community.
Shaindy Schapiro was born in New York, grew up in Johannesberg, South Africa, and completed her studies at Beth Rivka Seminary in New York. She is a passionate educator, teaching classes for women, as well as educating her own three children. She also has exquisite taste, which shines through all the events at Chabad she plans.
Connect
We invite you to join us for our Shabbat and Holiday services, meals, classes, and community social events. If you have any questions or would like to learn more about our programs, don’t hesitate to reach out or follow us on our website and social media for updates, event information, and daily inspiration.
Our offices are located at the Shul Center of Bayside.
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About Chabad Lubavitch
Chabad-Lubavitch is a philosophy, a movement, and an organization. Guided by the teachings of the Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson, of righteous memory, the most influential rabbi in modern history, Chabad is now the name behind a global organization spanning all 50 states and over 100 countries with over 5,000 Chabad emissaries serving at the helm. Click here to learn more.
