Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns and Rockaway

What Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns and Rockaway does

HAFTR (Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns and Rockaway) is a private, 501(c)(3) non-profit Modern Orthodox co-educational yeshiva serving students from Early Childhood through High School across four divisions: Early Childhood (Toddler–Pre-K), Lower School (K–5), Middle School (6–8), and High School (9–12). The institution operates from four campus locations in Lawrence and Cedarhurst, NY, on Long Island, and offers a dual curriculum combining rigorous General Studies with Limudei Kodesh (Jewish studies), supplemented by AP coursework, a Technology and Innovation Center (STEM lab, science lab, computer/media center, maker space, audio-visual studio with 3D printers, laser cutter/engraver, robotics), an Art Institute, athletics, and extensive extracurricular clubs and honor societies (National Honor Society, Hebrew Language Honor Society, International Thespian Honor Society, National Speech and Debate Honor Society).

HAFTR's business model rests on four revenue streams: tuition and registration fees across all four divisions (primary, recurring); donations through the HAFTR Giving program, HAFTR Legacies, scholarship fund, and tiered sponsorship opportunities ranging from $36 to $500,000+; ancillary one-time sales such as grade-specific school supply kits ($95–$155 per kit); and event-based fundraising including annual dinners, Women's Night events ($75–$500), and Shabbat Project Challah Bake sponsorships. The school also operates Hillel Day Camp as a wholly-owned summer subsidiary, expanding year-round touchpoints with the community.

Go-to-market is community-led and direct-to-consumer: HAFTR relies on word-of-mouth, alumni networks, an active PTA, multi-platform social media presence (Instagram across five division-specific accounts, Facebook, YouTube, Vimeo), open houses, and campus tours to drive admissions. Strategic partners include NCSY, AIPAC, NORPAC, Yachad, Sharsheret, and the Lookstein Educational Leadership Program. Leadership comprises Head of School Naomi Lippman, Principal Joshua Wyner, Rosh Yeshiva Ira Wallach, and long-tenured directors including Joan Parmet (College Guidance, 37 years) at the High School, with parallel principals across each division.

Name

Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns and Rockaway

Legal name

Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns and Rockaway

Website

https://haftr.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Hebrew Academy of the Five Towns and Rockaway (HAFTR) is a 501(c)(3) Modern Orthodox Jewish day school serving students from Early Childhood through High School across four divisions on Long Island, NY, funded by tuition, donations, and event sponsorships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Lawrence, NY

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Registration Fees: HAFTR generates primary revenue through tuition payments from families across its four divisions (Early Childhood, Lower School, Middle School, High School). Additional revenue comes from registration fees, application fees, and related educational service charges.
2. Donations and Fundraising: The school conducts extensive fundraising through its HAFTR Giving program, Legacy donations, scholarship fund, and various sponsorship opportunities including HAFTR Hall seat purchases and annual dinner dedication opportunities.
3. Event Sponsorships and Legacy Programs: Modular giving opportunities across divisions including Shabbaton sponsorships, holiday programming, athletic team sponsorships, robotics team sponsorships, and various division-specific event sponsorships from $36 to $10,000.
4. School Supply Kits: Pre-packaged school supply kits sold to families at prices ranging from $95-$155 depending on grade level, covering Kindergarten through 5th Grade.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

HAFTR is a co-educational Modern Orthodox yeshiva delivering a dual curriculum of Limudei Kodesh (Jewish studies) and general studies across four divisions—Early Childhood, Lower School (K-5), Middle School (6-8), and High School (9-12)—in the Five Towns area of Long Island, NY. It also operates Hillel Day Camp, a separate summer day camp for children. The institution is structured as a 501(c)(3) non-profit, with primary revenue drawn from tuition, donations, and sponsorships.

Product overview

HAFTR is a co-educational Modern Orthodox Jewish day school offering a comprehensive educational program from Early Childhood through High School. The institution operates on a unified platform-plus-modules architecture, with four core division products (Early Childhood, Lower School, Middle School, High School) supported by specialized programs including the Hillel Day Camp summer program, STEM Program, Art Institute, Athletics, College and Academic Guidance, Mishnah Yomi religious study archive, and extensive Clubs and Teams offerings. The school combines rigorous dual curriculum education in Limudei Kodesh (Jewish studies) and general studies, preparing students for academic excellence and personal growth guided by Torah values.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Early Childhood Program Educational program for toddler through Pre-K children emphasizing purposeful play, Torah values, academics, and social-emotional development across centers of growth including blocks, art, science, storytelling, music, and outdoor play. Targeted to families seeking foundational Jewish early childhood education.
• Lower School Elementary education program for grades K-5 building on Early Childhood foundations, focusing on social-emotional intelligence, critical thinking, and middot (character development) within a challenging academic environment integrating Limudei Kodesh and general studies.
• Middle School Middle school program for grades 6-8 bridging primary education to high school, offering developmentally appropriate challenges, leadership opportunities, and deepening religious commitment across Limudei Kodesh and general studies.
• High School Co-educational Modern Orthodox high school offering dual curriculum in Limudei Kodesh and general studies, including AP courses, STEM, arts, athletics, and college guidance using Naviance, preparing students for higher education and Jewish leadership.
• Hillel Day Camp Summer day camp program for children operating June through August with camper registration through CampInTouch, offering indoor/outdoor play, sports, arts, robotics, technology lab activities, and field trips.

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• NCSYcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNCSY (National Council of Synagogue Youth) partners with HAFTR for Chesed Missions and Torah Experience programs, providing students with leadership training, service opportunities, and deep engagement with Jewish identity and community service.
• AIPACminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAIPAC (American Israel Public Affairs Committee) support through HAFTR's Israel Action Senate and Israel Advocacy club, providing students with education and advocacy training for Israel.
• NORPACminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNORPAC (Northern New Jersey Political Action Committee) engagement through student involvement in political advocacy and awareness programs.
• YachadminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerYachad (The National Jewish Council for Disabilities) partnership providing inclusive programming and chesed opportunities for students to engage with peers with disabilities.
• Lookstein Educational Leadership ProgramcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerProfessional development program supporting HAFTR educators including staff completion of Lookstein Educational Leadership Program for professional growth and leadership development.
• SharsheretminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSharsheret Pink Day partnership supporting breast cancer awareness through student programming and community education.

Scale indicators4 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCgG7IbJcN1CVmiz4u2hRHnw
• Facebookfacebook.com/OfficialHAFTR
• Instagraminstagram.com/haftrschool
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/school/hebrew-academy-of-the-five-towns-and-rockaway

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Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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