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Rabbi Yosef Cohen
Executive Director
Rabbi Cohen has led tzedakah outreach initiatives for over 20 years, building partnerships across communities worldwide.
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Meet the Team
Our Leadership
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Miriam Goldstein
Head of Education
Miriam designs curriculum that makes Jewish giving concepts accessible for all ages, from kindergarten to adult learning.
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David Shapiro
Technology Lead
David oversees the digital platform, ensuring donors and learners have a seamless, meaningful experience on Tzedakah.Life.
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Sarah Levine
Community Outreach
Sarah connects with synagogues, schools, and community organisations to bring tzedakah programs to thousands of families each year.
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Moshe Klein
Grants & Partnerships
Moshe secures funding and builds institutional relationships that amplify the reach of every charitable initiative on the platform.
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Chana Weiss
Content & Creative
Chana leads the editorial voice of Tzedakah.Life, crafting stories and guides that inspire thoughtful, joyful generosity.
Our Story
History of Colel Chabad
1788
Founded in Hebron
Colel Chabad is established by Rabbi Schneur Zalman of Liadi to support Jewish communities in the Holy Land — making it one of the oldest continuously operating charities in the world.
1948
State of Israel
With the founding of the State of Israel, Colel Chabad expands its relief operations to support a rapidly growing population of new immigrants and Holocaust survivors.
1988
Pantry Packers Program
The Pantry Packers volunteer project is launched, mobilizing thousands of visitors to Israel each year to pack food parcels for needy families.
2010
Digital Expansion
Colel Chabad begins online fundraising and donor outreach, reaching supporters in 50+ countries and dramatically expanding the scale of annual giving.
2024
Tzedakah.Life Launches
A new digital platform launches to educate, inspire, and connect donors globally — bringing together learning, giving, and community around the value of tzedakah.
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Step 1
Decide to Give
The first step is intention. Jewish law teaches that the intention to give is itself meritorious.
Step 2
Choose a Cause
Browse our vetted causes and find one that resonates with your values and community.
Step 3
Make It Regular
Set up a recurring gift. Small, consistent contributions compound into transformative impact.
Step 4
Share the Habit
Introduce a pushka to your home and involve your family in the daily practice of tzedakah.