KEHILLAT ISRAEL RECONSTRUCTIONIST CONGREGATION OF PACIFIC PALISADES

What KEHILLAT ISRAEL RECONSTRUCTIONIST CONGREGATION OF PACIFIC PALISADES does

Kehillat Israel Reconstructionist Congregation of Pacific Palisades is a 75-year-old nonprofit Jewish congregation founded in 1951 and based at 16019 W. Sunset Blvd in Pacific Palisades, California. The organization provides inclusive Reconstructionist religious services, lifecycle events, and lifelong Jewish learning, with a deliberate emphasis on belonging over believing and explicit outreach to interfaith families, LGBTQ Jews, and conversion candidates. Its portfolio spans weekly Shabbat and holiday services, the Early Childhood Center (ECC) preschool, the Jewish Experience Center (JEC) K-12 supplemental education program, adult learning (Torah study, conversion classes, Israel education), and eight+ demographic-targeted community groups including Westside Jews (20s/30s), KI 3.0 (empty-nesters), KI Sages (seniors), KISS Sisterhood, Tikkun Olam, KinCaring, and Israel Matters.

The congregation operates on a hybrid physical-and-virtual service model: the sanctuary and educational facilities anchor in-person engagement, while Zoom-based adult learning and a Fireside-hosted KI Podcast extend reach to remote members. The digital infrastructure runs entirely on ShulCloud, a proprietary synagogue-specific CMS, which handles website, membership management, event registration, and donations; Google and Facebook SSO are offered for member login. Technology is otherwise commodity — there are no proprietary AI, ML, data, or API capabilities, and no mobile apps beyond the ShulCloud-powered web experience.

Commercially, KI is a membership-funded nonprofit operating on four revenue streams: recurring membership dues (the core), subscription-like tuition from ECC and JEC, transactional event fees (e.g., $18 per Soundbath participant), and donations through Annual Giving, the Mitzvah Circle, the KI Endowment Fund, and tribute gifts. Pricing is not publicly disclosed; membership is sold by direct outreach via the membership department. The 10-person staff is supplemented by member volunteers, clergy, and committees that drive both programming and fundraising. Governance is via an elected Board of Trustees drawn from the membership, with no parent company, external investors, or for-profit affiliates.

Name

KEHILLAT ISRAEL RECONSTRUCTIONIST CONGREGATION OF PACIFIC PALISADES

Legal name

Kehillat Israel Reconstructionist Congregation of Pacific Palisades

Website

https://ourki.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1951

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Kehillat Israel is a 75-year-old Reconstructionist Jewish congregation in Pacific Palisades, CA, offering Shabbat services, an ECC preschool, a JEC K-12 program, adult learning, and eight+ community groups, funded primarily through membership dues, tuition, and donations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Religious Congregation Services

NAICS

Religious Organizations (813110), Other Schools and Instruction (6116), Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Faith-Based Education & Formation (Seminaries, Religious Schools, Catechesis) (BPAGAJAD)

Keywords

• Jewish congregation services
• Religious community programming
• Jewish education programs
• Early childhood education
• Adult learning classes

Headquarters

HQ city

Pacific Palisades

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Congregation operates on membership model where families and individuals pay dues to join the spiritual community and access programs including Shabbat services, educational programming, life-cycle events, and community groups.
2. Educational Programs: Revenue from Early Childhood Center (ECC) preschool and Jewish Experience Center (JEC) K-12 programming, including after-school Jewish education experiences.
3. Event Fees: Program fees charged for specific events such as the Westside Jews Soundbath ($18 per person), adult learning classes, and other programming.
4. Donations and Tribute Gifts: Voluntary contributions including Annual Giving, Mitzvah Circle, KI Endowment Fund, tribute gifts, and plaque purchases.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Kehillat Israel is a Reconstructionist Jewish congregation providing religious services, Jewish education, and community programming to members in the Pacific Palisades area. Its core offerings include weekly Shabbat and holiday services, an Early Childhood Center (ECC) preschool, a Jewish Experience Center (JEC) K-12 education program, adult learning classes, lifecycle event officiation, and community groups spanning demographics from young adults to seniors.

Product overview

Kehillat Israel is a Reconstructionist Jewish congregation offering a portfolio of religious, educational, and community programs. The core offerings center on Shabbat and religious services, supplemented by two major educational programs: the Early Childhood Center (ECC) for preschool children and the Jewish Experience Center (JEC) for K-12 students. The congregation also provides adult learning opportunities, various community groups (Westside Jews, Israel Matters, KI Sages, KISS, Tikkun Olam, KinCaring, 3.0), and life-cycle event support. The entire digital presence is powered by ShulCloud, a proprietary synagogue management platform.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ECC (Early Childhood Center): Pre-school and early childhood education program operated by the congregation
• JEC (Jewish Experience Center)
• KI 3.0
• Westside Jews
• KISS (Sisterhood)
• Tikkun Olam
• KinCaring
• KI Sages
• Israel Matters

Products and services

• Early Childhood Center (ECC) A preschool program offering early childhood education infused with Jewish values and experiences for young children in the Pacific Palisades community. Operated as a distinct educational program with its own admissions process.
• Jewish Experience Center (JEC) K-12 Jewish educational programming that provides comprehensive Jewish learning experiences for school-aged children, including Hebrew resources and after-school Jewish education.
• Shabbat and Religious Services Weekly Shabbat services, Torah study, High Holy Days observances, B'nai Mitzvah preparation, and holiday celebrations forming the spiritual core of the congregation's religious life.
• Adult Learning Programs Lifelong learning opportunities including conversion classes, Israel education, Torah study, adult learning classes (some delivered via Zoom), and diverse speaker series for adult congregation members.
• KI Groups and Committees Community groups providing social, cultural, and spiritual engagement across demographics, including Westside Jews (20s/30s), Israel Matters, KI Sages, KISS Sisterhood, Tikkun Olam, KinCaring, and KI 3.0 (mid-life adults).

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Beth Shir ShalomcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSister congregation partnership with Beth Shir Shalom (Reform synagogue in Santa Monica) for joint programming. Co-hosted Elon Gilad Israel-focused event with sessions at both congregations. Joint Shabbat services and speaker events strengthen the broader Jewish community.
• Saved by a StoryminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNonprofit organization hosting free community writing groups for under-resourced populations and people experiencing difficult times. KI hosts the Wildfire Survivor Writing Workshop to empower voices and build connection in the community.
• ShulCloudcoreTechnology or IntegrationTechnology platform provider powering the congregation's website, membership management, event registration, and member communications. ShulCloud provides the proprietary content management system specifically designed for synagogues.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Sinai Temple: One of the largest Conservative Jewish congregations in Los Angeles, operating a nationally recognized early childhood center and day school. Comparable ECC plus K-12 educational programming and Westside/LA catchment.
• IKAR: Progressive, post-denominational Jewish congregation in Los Angeles. Comparable in inclusive philosophy, young-adult and family-focused programming, and commitment to creative spiritual/educational experiences.
• Leo Baeck Temple: Reform Jewish congregation in West Los Angeles with a Day School and family education programs. Comparable as a Westside LA congregation offering preschool, K-12 supplementary education, and life-cycle programming.
• Temple Beth Am: Large Conservative Jewish congregation in West Los Angeles with extensive programming across age groups. Comparable ECC, religious school, and adult learning offerings in the same Westside geography.
• Temple Isaiah: Large Reform Jewish congregation in Los Angeles with preschool and K-12 supplementary education programs. Comparable as a LA-area Jewish congregation offering ECC, religious school, and adult learning programming.
• Beth Shir Shalom: Reform Jewish congregation in Santa Monica, CA, and KI's explicit sister congregation. Closely comparable in denomination-adjacent programming, Westside LA geographic focus, family-oriented services, and partner-based joint programming model.
• Valley Beth Shalom: Major Conservative synagogue in Encino, CA, with a large day school and robust educational programming. Comparable as a LA-area Jewish congregation operating preschool, K-12, and adult education.

Emerging players

• Kol Emet Reconstructionist Synagogue: Reconstructionist-affiliated Jewish congregation offering similar inclusive philosophy and educational programming. Comparable as a denominational peer in the Reconstructionist movement with preschool and adult learning programs.

Broad incumbents

• Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles: Regional umbrella organization coordinating Jewish nonprofits, education, and social services across Greater Los Angeles. Overlaps with KI on community programming, fundraising, and Israel-focused education through partner agencies.
• JCC Los Angeles (JCCLA): Jewish Community Center offering early childhood education, after-school programs, fitness, and cultural programming. Comparable to KI's ECC and JEC offerings, though delivered through a JCC rather than synagogue model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCBu3irfEsLvf130ED_Vpmjw
• Facebookfacebook.com/KehillatIsrael
• Instagraminstagram.com/kehillatisrael
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/kehillat-israel-reconstructionist-congregation-of-pacific-palisades

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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