“Ever wonder how a local organization can have a global impact?” That’s the story of Agudath Israel of Long Island. This local branch is part of the Agudath Israel of America. The Agudath Israel of America was founded in 1922. It serves as the voice of American Orthodox Jewry.
Agudath Israel has national offices in New York and Washington D.C. There are also 10 regional branches. Agudath Israel advocates for its people at all government levels. This includes federal, state, and local. Agudath Israel provides social and educational services. They also offer youth programs. They champion the needs of Orthodox Jewish life in America.
Agudath Israel operates under the guidance of the Moetzes Gedolei HaTorah. This is the Council of Torah Sages. The Agudah addresses challenges. It helps communities grow and thrive. Agudath Israel has many divisions and branches. They have various activities too.
Agudah Legal protects the rights of Orthodox Jews. They also host workshops for lawyers. The Disaster Relief Fund aids Jewish communities worldwide. KnowUs corrects misinformation about yeshiva education. The Office of Public Affairs ensures fair media representation. The Washington Office advocates for religious liberty. Yeshiva Services supports Orthodox Jewish schools. The Agudath Israel World Organization protects Jewish sacred sites. They also advocate for Holocaust survivors.
The Lefkowitz Leadership Initiative encourages community involvement. N’shei Agudath Israel is the women’s division. They publish the annual Tehillim calendar. They coordinate programs for women. COPE Education Services provides business training. The Fresh Start Program helps displaced homemakers re-enter the workforce. Professional Career Services offers job placement and education. They offer courses in accounting and web development.
Agudath Israel hosts the Agudah Convention annually. This addresses important issues for Orthodox Jewish life. They also host the Siyum HaShas. This is a global celebration of the Daf Yomi cycle. The Yerushalayim Yarchei Kallah offers intense learning in Jerusalem. The Yeshiva Services Summit provides training for yeshiva administrators. H3 conferences discuss Jewish law and business.
The National Orthodox Jewish Archives preserves documents about Orthodox Jewry. Zichron Kedoshim remembers Jews who died in the Holocaust. Agudist Benevolent Society supports bereaved families. Chayim Aruchim guides healthcare decisions. Constituent Services aids people in need. SBCO provides housing in Brooklyn. Senior Citizens Programs offer meals and activities. The Overseas Passover Campaign provides food to needy Jews. Yahalom helps parents of special needs children. Zahav assists seniors and their families.
The Conference of Synagogue Rabbonim organizes training for rabbis. The Daf Yomi Commission supports Daf Yomi study. Ki Heim Chayeinu promotes Torah learning. Torah Initiatives strengthens Torah learning.
Bnos unites school-age girls through events. Pirchei educates school-age boys. Masmidei HaSiyum encourages Torah studies. The Jewish Education Program brings Judaic knowledge. Agudath Israel also runs summer camps.
Agudath Israel of Long Island received grants from Jewish Communal Fund. They also got grants from Emk Chesed Foundation. Agudath Israel has been serving the community since 2001. Agudath Israel of Long Island is located on Caffrey Avenue in Far Rockaway.
Rabbi Yeruchim Silber is the Director of New York Government Relations. Rabbi Shragi Greenbaum is the Director of the Rockland County Regional Office. Agudath Israel advocates for resources for yeshivas. They obtained millions for Mandated Services Aid. They secured funding for Nonpublic School Safety. They fight antisemitism and advocate for religious freedom. Agudath Israel of Long Island protects and supports the Orthodox Jewish community. It makes a real difference in people’s lives every day.