Portland Kollel

What Portland Kollel does

Portland Kollel is a 501(c)(3) non-profit Jewish educational organization founded in 2006 and headquartered in Portland, Oregon. It serves the Portland-area Jewish community across Orthodox, Conservative, Reform, and unaffiliated segments through an interlocking portfolio that includes the adult Kollel learning division, Camp SEED (a children's summer program), Oregon Kosher (a regional kosher certification agency), Portland NCSY (youth programming), the Portland Eruv, and the Portland Mikva Project. Cross-denominational reach and twenty years of continuous operation anchor its position as a community-wide institution rather than a single-segment provider.

Its core product offering comprises a structured Torah-study curriculum — daily Daf Yomi, Mishna Yomi, weekly Parsha, Kabbalah classes, "Songs of David," "Perek Shira," and a newer "Torah Clarified" Q&A program — alongside youth programming, kosher supervision, and physical community infrastructure (Eruv, Mikva). Distribution is multimodal: in-person shiurim, Zoom live classes, WhatsApp group delivery, and on-demand audio via the "Halacha On The Go" and "Torah From The Mir" podcasts on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and Castopod RSS. No proprietary technology platform is operated; the stack consists of commodity SaaS tools, with Stripe used for payment processing.

The revenue model is donation-driven. Approximately 75% of funding is sourced locally from a base of 400+ donors. Supplementary revenue includes event sponsorships (the annual 20th Year Anniversary Dinner features tiered sponsorships from $1,800 Table Sponsors to $20,000 Title Sponsors), Camp SEED registration fees ($310–$350 per week or $1,450–$1,650 for a five-week session), Torah-study dedications, and limited fee-based programming. No equity funding rounds or commercial debt instruments are referenced.

Name

Portland Kollel

Legal name

Portland Kollel

Website

https://portlandkollel.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Portland Kollel is a 501(c)(3) Jewish educational non-profit founded in 2006 in Portland, Oregon, offering Torah study classes, podcasts, summer camp, kosher certification, and community infrastructure to the local Jewish community across all affiliations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Religious Education Services

NAICS

Educational Support Services (611710), Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Life Skills & SEL Camps (Confidence, Executive Function, Social Skills) (EDAMALAO)

Keywords

• Jewish education programs
• Torah study classes
• Kosher supervision services
• Jewish summer camp
• Community religious education

Headquarters

HQ city

Portland

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: As a 501c3 non-profit organization, Portland Kollel relies primarily on donations from the local Jewish community. 75% of funding comes from local donors, with over 400 donors supporting the organization annually.
2. Camp SEED Registration Fees: Summer camp program generating revenue through weekly registration fees. Early bird pricing at $310/week or $1,450 for 5 weeks; standard rate $350/week or $1,650 for 5 weeks.
3. Day of Torah Study Dedications: Commemorative Day of Torah Study packages offered for dedicating a loved one or celebrating special occasions, generating additional donation revenue.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Portland Kollel is a non-Synagogue-based Jewish educational organization that delivers daily and weekly Torah study classes, podcasts, a summer camp (Camp SEED), kosher supervision (Oregon Kosher), teen programming (Portland NCSY), and community infrastructure projects (Portland Eruv and Portland Mikva Project). Programs are offered in-person, via Zoom, YouTube, WhatsApp groups, and podcast platforms to Jews of all affiliations across the Portland, Oregon area.

Product overview

Portland Kollel is a non-Synagogue-based Jewish educational organization offering a diverse portfolio of religious learning programs and community services. Its core products include daily and weekly Torah study classes such as Daily Daf Yomi, Mishna Yomi, Weekly Parsha, and Torah Clarified Q&A. The organization produces educational podcasts including Halacha On The Go and Torah From the Mir. Sub-brands include Camp SEED (Jewish summer camp for children), Oregon Kosher (Kosher certification), Portland Eruv (community infrastructure), and Portland NCSY (teen programming). Additional offerings include the Dedicate a Day memorial program and Perek Shira women's class. Programs are delivered in-person, via Zoom, YouTube, and podcast platforms.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Camp SEED: Jewish summer camp program for children ages 5-11, taking place at Portland Kollel during summer months

Products and services

• Daily Daf Yomi Daily Talmud study following the global Daf Yomi cycle of 2,711 pages; taught by Rabbi Dovid Gleizer with live in-person and Zoom attendance options. Targeted at adult learners in the Portland Jewish community.
• Halacha On The Go Concise podcast delivering daily Jewish law (Halacha) classes in under five minutes; hosted by Rabbi Yehuda L. Brown; distributed via Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and the Kollel's podcast portal. Targeted at listeners seeking short, accessible Jewish legal learning.
• Torah From The Mir Weekly Parsha class based on Torah studied at the Mir Yeshivah; hosted by Rabbi Dovid Gleizer; available as podcast and video content. Targeted at adult learners exploring the weekly Torah portion.
• Mishna Yomi Daily 15-minute Mishna study class; available in person and via a WhatsApp group; led by Rabbi Rafi Shenk with teachings from Rabbi Yehuda Leib Brown. Targeted at adults seeking compact daily Mishna learning.
• The Secrets of the Sages Class exploring Talmudic Aggadah, stories, ethics, and spiritual insights in Jewish tradition; hosted by Rabbi Gershon Strudler. Targeted at adult learners interested in the narrative and ethical dimensions of the Talmud.
• Torah Clarified Q&A Interactive weekly Shabbat morning forum with Rabbi Chanan Spivak for exploring life's questions through Torah wisdom; designed for learners of all backgrounds.
• Weekly Parsha Class Weekly Torah portion exploration class hosted by Rabbi Dovid Yehuda Rimmer, covering meaning, ethical insights, and personal reflection. Targeted at adult learners in the Portland community.
• Kabbalah Classes Introduction to Jewish mysticism and esoteric Torah teachings; hosted by Rabbi Chanan Spivak in conjunction with Congregation Beit Yosef. Targeted at adult learners exploring Kabbalistic tradition.
• Songs of David Three-part series exploring meaningful Psalms for modern times; teaches how to recite them with understanding and apply their wisdom. Targeted at adult learners.
• Camp SEED Jewish summer camp program for children ages 5-11 (girls) and 5-7 (boys), offering an experiential Jewish environment with lasting friendships; includes a CIT option for 5th grade and up. Targeted at Portland-area Jewish families.
• Oregon Kosher Kosher supervision and certification agency founded by Portland Kollel in 2007, serving as the premier Kosher certification agency in the Pacific Northwest. Targeted at kosher-conscious businesses, restaurants, caterers, and food producers.
• Portland Eruv Community infrastructure project led by Portland Kollel enabling carrying and certain activities on Shabbat within defined boundaries across the Portland area. Targeted at Shabbat-observant Jewish residents.
• Portland NCSY Teen programming including Shabbat Shebang events, trips, and charismatic speakers; nationally recognized independent program affiliated with the Kollel. Targeted at Jewish teenagers in Portland.
• Day of Torah Study (Dedicate a Day) Commemorative Day of Torah Study program honoring loved ones or special occasions; each day includes 60-90+ hours of collective learning. Targeted at community members seeking to memorialize or celebrate occasions through Torah dedication.
• Perek Shira Weekly class on the Perek Shira book of nature's song; hosted by Mrs. Miriam Strudler for Jewish women of Portland. Targeted at women in the Portland Jewish community.

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration7 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Oregon KoshercoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2007Oregon Kosher was founded by the Portland Kollel in 2007 and has since become the premier Kosher supervision agency in the Pacific Northwest. This represents a significant community service initiative developed and operated by the Kollel.
• Portland EruvcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKollel leads the Portland Eruv project, providing important religious infrastructure for the community.
• Portland Mikva ProjectminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPortland Mikva Project is being developed in conjunction with the Federation and Oregon Board of Rabbis, with Kollel leading the initiative.
• Portland NCSYminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPortland NCSY is an independent Kollel-affiliated program, nationally recognized for teen programming including 'Shabbat Shebang' events, trips, and charismatic speakers. NCSY is not funded by the Kollel.
• Congregation Beit YosefminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerKabbalah classes are offered in conjunction with Congregation Beit Yosef, demonstrating collaborative educational programming.
• Congregation Kesser IsraelminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMishna Yomi class is held in partnership with Kesser Israel, with Friday & Saturday sessions taking place at their location.
• Federation and Oregon Board of RabbisminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative partners for the Portland Mikva Project initiative.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Yeshiva University: YU is the flagship institution of American Modern Orthodox higher Jewish education. Rabbi Dovid Gleizer, Portland Kollel's Rosh Beit Medrash, is a YU alumnus, and YU competes with Portland Kollel for the same rabbinic talent pipeline and adult-learner engagement.
• JCC Association of North America: JCC Association is the continental umbrella for Jewish Community Centers offering programming for all ages, including adult education, youth programming, and summer camps. It competes with Portland Kollel for family engagement and Jewish identity programming dollars in the Portland market.
• Orthodox Union (OU): The OU is the largest Orthodox Jewish umbrella organization in North America, encompassing NCSY (Portland Kollel's teen programming partner), kosher supervision (paralleling Oregon Kosher), and broad community services. Comparable as a national incumbent whose divisions overlap with several of the Kollel's programs.

Direct peers

• Camp Ramah: Camp Ramah is a national network of Jewish summer camps operated by The National Ramah Commission. It is the closest direct peer for Portland Kollel's Camp SEED sub-brand in terms of age range, Jewish summer programming, and experiential learning mission.
• Hadar Institute: Hadar is a Jewish education and leadership organization offering Torah study, podcasts, and online classes for adults of all backgrounds. Its digital-first delivery and inclusive Orthodox-compatible model parallel Portland Kollel's Torah Clarified Q&A and podcast products.
• Aish HaTorah: Aish HaTorah is a global Jewish educational organization offering Torah classes, podcasts, and digital learning to Jews of all backgrounds. It is directly comparable to Portland Kollel in mission (open, non-synagogue based adult Jewish education) and in the breadth of digital and in-person programming.
• Ohr Somayach: Ohr Somayach is a Jewish learning institution offering structured Torah study, online classes, and beginner-to-advanced programming. It mirrors Portland Kollel's adult Torah study model (Daf Yomi, Parsha, Halacha) and shares the same non-denominational-inclusivity positioning.
• National NCSY: NCSY is the international youth movement of the Orthodox Union, offering teen programming, Shabbat events, and trips. Portland Kollel operates Portland NCSY as an affiliated sub-brand, making the national NCSY a direct counterpart for its teen programming.
• Lincoln Square Synagogue: Lincoln Square Synagogue in Manhattan operates a sophisticated adult education program including daily shiurim, podcasts, and community programming. It is comparable to Portland Kollel as a community-based Kollel model with multi-platform delivery and a cross-denominational adult learner base.
• Rohr Jewish Learning Institute (JLI): JLI runs adult Jewish education courses in local communities worldwide. It is comparable to Portland Kollel's adult Torah classes and is a direct competitor for adult learners seeking structured, accessible Jewish education outside the synagogue system.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/portland-kollel

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Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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