Boca Raton Synagogue

What Boca Raton Synagogue does

Boca Raton Synagogue (BRS) is an Orthodox Jewish congregation and community center headquartered at 7900 Montoya Circle N., Boca Raton, Florida, founded in 1983 and operating as a 501(c)(3)-style religious nonprofit. The organization runs multiple daily prayer services across Ashkenazi, Sephardic, Nusach Sefard, Shtiebel, and Khal Chassidim traditions, and has developed a broad sub-brand portfolio including the Dr. Yitzchak Belizon Beis Medrash (men's Torah study), Midrasha (women's education), BRS West satellite campus, BRS Global Community (international online participation), and the Boca Raton Jewish Experience (BRJE) outreach program founded in 2011. Led by Senior Rabbi Efrem Goldberg alongside seven additional rabbis, a Director of Operations, Youth Director, and an executive board (President Shimmie Kaminetsky with five Vice Presidents), BRS serves Jewish individuals and families across all life stages with youth programming, lifecycle services, mikvah, eruv, hospitality, and visitor resources.\n\nThe product and service portfolio spans tiered membership (Full Membership and Pillar Society premium tier), Kiddush and Shalosh Seudos sponsorships across multiple minyanim with tiered catering ($136–$720+ depending on minyan and tier), Eruv sponsorship at $360 per Shabbat, High Holiday seating, event sponsorships, lifecycle event hosting, and publications (BRS Weekly Magazine, Yadrim Torah Journal). GTM is community-led, relying on member referrals, word-of-mouth, BRJE outreach, Hebrew-school partnerships, and word-of-mouth anchored hospitality placement. The technology stack is commoditized: ShulCloud for membership management, Eventbrite for High Holiday ticketing, Zoom for virtual programming, Google Drive for document distribution, and approximately 13 WhatsApp groups for member communication.\n\nRevenue is generated through a mix of recurring membership dues, donations and Tzedaka, and one-time sponsorships (Kiddush, Eruv, events, High Holiday seating). No external funding rounds exist given the non-profit structure; financial sustainability is anchored by a South Florida Orthodox membership base with above-average affluence. Geographic footprint is single-country/domestic (South Florida) at the physical layer, with a global digital extension through BRS Global Community and Israel-program WhatsApp groups.

Name

Boca Raton Synagogue

Legal name

Boca Raton Synagogue

Website

https://brsonline.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1983

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Boca Raton Synagogue is an Orthodox Jewish congregation in Boca Raton, FL offering multi-tradition prayer services, Torah education, youth programming, and lifecycle services to Jewish individuals, families, and visitors in South Florida.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Religious Services (Orthodox Synagogue)

NAICS

Religious Organizations (8131), Civic and Social Organizations (813410)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Local Congregations & Worship Communities (Churches, Mosques, Temples, Synagogues) (BPAGAJAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Faith-Based Social Services & Community Outreach (Food Pantries, Shelters, Counseling) (BPAGAJAG), Places of Worship & Religious Facilities Operations (Cemeteries, Retreat Centers, Pilgrimage Sites) (BPAGAJAL)

Keywords

• Orthodox synagogue services
• Jewish religious education
• Torah learning programs
• Community mikvah services
• Youth religious programming

Headquarters

HQ city

Boca Raton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership dues that provide access to prayer services, classes, youth programs, and member rates for events. Includes Pillar Society premium membership tier.
2. Kiddush and Shalosh Seudos Sponsorships: Sponsorship of Shabbat meals and third meal, with multiple minyan options (Hashkama, Chaburah, Main, Teen, Sephardic, N'Shei) and tier levels (Basic, Deluxe, Extra Deluxe, Super Deluxe).
3. High Holiday Seating: Revenue from Yamim Noraim (Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur) seating for members and non-members.
4. Donations and Tzedaka: Voluntary donations and charitable contributions from members and supporters.
5. Eruv Sponsorship: Weekly Eruv sponsorship available for $360 per Shabbat.
6. Event Sponsorship: Sponsorship opportunities for classes, youth programs, and community events.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Boca Raton Synagogue is an Orthodox Jewish congregation providing daily prayer services across multiple minyanim (Hashkama, Chaburah, Main, Teen, Sephardic, N'Shei, Shtiebel, Khal Chassidim), comprehensive Torah education for all ages (Kollel, Midrasha, youth programming), lifecycle services (mikvah, eruv, lifecycle events), and community support through pastoral care and outreach. It operates as a membership-based nonprofit with Pillar Society and Full Membership tiers, supplemented by Kiddush/Shalosh Seudos sponsorships, event tickets, and donations.

Product overview

Boca Raton Synagogue is an Orthodox Jewish community center offering a multi-faceted portfolio of religious, educational, and community services. The core offering centers on daily prayer services (minyanim) across multiple traditions including Main Minyan, Hashkama Minyan, Chaburah Minyan, Teen Minyan, Sephardic Minyan, Nusach Sefard Minyan, Shtiebel Minyan, and Khal Chassidim. The organization operates specialized sub-brands including the Dr. Yitzchak Belizon Beis Medrash (men's Torah learning), Midrasha (women's education), BRS West (satellite campus), BRS Global Community (remote engagement), and the Boca Raton Jewish Experience (outreach). Membership tiers include Full Membership and Pillar Society premium membership. The product suite encompasses educational programs (shiurim, Kollel, August Kollel, Book Club, youth learning), lifecycle services (mikvah, lifecycle event hosting), community infrastructure (eruv, hospitality), and publications (BRS Weekly Magazine, Yadrim Torah Journal). All offerings are accessible through a unified website integrated with ShulCloud for membership management.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Boca Raton Jewish Experience (BRJE): The outreach arm of Boca Raton Synagogue, led by Rabbi Josh Broide, welcoming Jews of all backgrounds to explore Jewish life. Founded in 2011.

Products and services

• Boca Raton Synagogue (BRS) Membership Full membership offering providing access to prayer services (multiple minyanim), rabbinic services, educational classes, youth programs, family lifecycle event hosting, and voting rights for Jewish individuals and families.
• Pillar Society Premium Membership Premium membership tier offering priority seating, additional High Holiday seats, and exclusive benefits for supporters of Boca Raton Synagogue.
• Dr. Yitzchak Belizon Beis Medrash Dedicated Torah learning center strengthening men's Torah learning through Kollel and shiurim (lectures) for adult men in the BRS community.
• Midrasha Women's educational institution offering Torah learning programs and classes for girls and women in the Boca Raton community.
• BRS West Satellite Congregation Satellite campus of Boca Raton Synagogue serving the western Boca Raton community, led by Rabbi Rael Blumenthal with full prayer services and programming.
• Sephardic Minyan Programming Sephardic Jewish prayer service and community programming following Sephardic traditions, serving Sephardic families within the BRS community.
• Youth & Teens Programs Comprehensive youth programming including Shabbat morning youth groups, Girls Learning with Pizza and Ice Cream, Motzei Shabbos youth learning (Avos Ubanim, Veshinantam Levanecha), and teen-specific classes for children and teens grades 2-12.
• Boca Raton Jewish Experience (BRJE) Outreach Program Outreach program welcoming Jews from all backgrounds to explore Jewish life, including the BRJE High Holiday Explanatory Service, beginner-friendly programming, and community engagement initiatives.
• Kiddush & Shalosh Seudos Sponsorships Sponsorship opportunities for kiddush (post-Shabbat meal) and Shalosh Seudos (third Shabbat meal) across multiple minyanim (Hashkama, Chaburah, Main, Teen, Sephardic, N'Shei) with tiered catering options (Basic, Deluxe, Extra Deluxe, Super Deluxe).
• Boca Raton Community Eruv Community eruv (ritual enclosure) allowing carrying on Shabbat within designated boundaries, with sponsorship opportunities at $360 per Shabbat.
• Mikvah Services Women's Mikvah, Men's Mikvah, and Kelim Mikvah (vessels mikvah) facilities available for ritual immersion for BRS members and the broader Jewish community.
• BRS Global Community Global online and remote community engagement including shiurim, WhatsApp groups, Zoom-based virtual classes, and virtual participation options for members and learners worldwide.
• Yadrim Torah Journal Annual Torah journal published by Boca Raton Synagogue featuring Torah thoughts and divrei Torah, available for download as PDF and for purchase on Amazon.
• High Holiday Seating (Yamim Noraim) Yamim Noraim (Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur) seating for members and non-members, including BRJE High Holiday Explanatory Services held at the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County.
• Hospitality Program Shabbat hospitality placement service for individuals and families exploring Boca Raton Synagogue membership, including hosting arrangements and community resource navigation.
• Anonymous Niddah Questions Service Confidential question submission system allowing community members to ask Rabbi Goldberg sensitive halachic questions anonymously via the Incogneato service.
• Visiting Speakers Program Scholar-in-residence and visiting speaker series featuring Torah scholars, political analysts, mental health professionals, and entertainers at Boca Raton Synagogue.
• August Kollel Intensive annual summer learning program at Boca Raton Synagogue for concentrated Torah study.

Quantifiable outcome

• Multiple minyan options including Hashkama, Chaburah, Main, Teen, Sephardic, N'Shei, Shteibel, and Khal Chassidim
• +2 more outcomes

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ShulCloudcoreTechnology or IntegrationShulCloud provides the membership management platform, website hosting, event registration, donation processing, and calendar/zmanim functionality for BRS operations.
• Boca Raton Women's MikvahcoreOthersDedicated mikvah facility for women's religious immersion, linked from BRS community resources. BRS offers virtual tour of newly renovated women's mikvah.
• Boca Raton Eruv TavshilincoreOthersCommunity eruv maintained separately; BRS provides eruv map, sponsorship information, and contact for Rabbi Rabovsky for border verification. Sponsorship available at $360 per Shabbat.
• Hilton Boca Raton SuitesminorOthersClosest hotel to BRS, located inside the eruv at 7920 Glades Rd. Arranged 'Fish Rate' for BRS visitors. Contact: (561) 483-4024.
• Local Jewish SchoolsminorOthersNetwork of nearby Jewish educational institutions listed on BRS community resources page: Donna Klein Jewish Academy, Hadar High School, Katz Hillel Day School, Torah Academy of Boca Raton, Yeshiva Tiferes Torah, and others.
• Kosher Restaurants (Grove, Aroma)minorOthersLocal kosher food establishments recommended on BRS hospitality page for visitors.
• South Palm Beach Bikur CholimminorOthersOrganization providing visiting services to the ill; linked as community resource.
• Shatnez Checking & SoferminorOthersReligious service provider for fabric checking (shatnez) and scribe services (sofer) referenced in community resources.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights12 records

Direct peers

• The Jewish Center: A historic modern Orthodox congregation on Manhattan's Upper West Side running multiple daily minyanim, extensive adult education, and youth programming — a benchmark comparable synagogue of similar scale and Orthodox identity.
• Congregation Keter Torah: A large modern Orthodox synagogue in Teaneck, NJ with a comparable multi-minyan structure, broad adult education programming, and youth department — a strong analog for BRS's model and scale.
• Congregation Rinat Yisrael: A prominent Orthodox synagogue in Teaneck, NJ known for its Torah scholarship, multiple daily minyanim, and active youth programming — closely aligned with BRS's emphasis on adult education and multi-minyan service.
• Boca Jewish Center: Another Orthodox synagogue operating in Boca Raton, directly competing for the same pool of Orthodox Jewish families in the local market with overlapping programming such as daily minyanim, youth education, and lifecycle services.
• Congregation Shaare Tefilla: An Orthodox synagogue in Los Angeles with comparable multi-minyan operations, comprehensive adult education, and youth programming — operates at a similar scale to BRS in a different wealthy Orthodox market.
• Young Israel of Boca Raton: A traditional Orthodox congregation in the same Boca Raton submarket, competing directly for member dues, holiday seating revenue, and community programming participation from the same Orthodox Jewish demographic.

Others

• ShulCloud: BRS's membership management and website hosting vendor; included as a key technology enabler rather than a competitor — illustrates the SaaS infrastructure BRS depends on for member engagement, dues collection, and event registration.
• Boca Raton Synagogue West (BRS West): BRS's own satellite campus serving western Boca Raton; included as a wholly-owned sub-brand rather than a true external peer — illustrates the geographic expansion strategy.

Broad incumbents

• B'nai Israel Congregation: A larger established Boca Raton Jewish congregation offering broader denominational programming including Conservative and educational tracks — overlaps with BRS on lifecycle services and youth programming but serves a different denominational segment.

Regional players

• Chabad of Boca Raton: A regional Chabad presence in Boca Raton that overlaps with BRS in serving Orthodox families seeking prayer services, holiday programming, and lifecycle events, but follows a different organizational model with centralized Chabad emissary leadership.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/brsynagogue
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCOEcoLBI9KbHniCUwWEvxyA
• Facebookfacebook.com/bocaratonsynagogue
• Instagraminstagram.com/rabbiefremgoldberg
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/boca-raton-synagogue

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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