Temple Beth Sholom (Miami Beach)

What Temple Beth Sholom (Miami Beach) does

Temple Beth Sholom (TBS) is a Reform Jewish synagogue and 501(c)(3) nonprofit located at 4144 Chase Avenue in Miami Beach, Florida. The congregation delivers Shabbat and holiday worship services, lifecycle ceremonies (B'nei Mitzvah, weddings, funerals), religious education, youth programming, Israel engagement, and social justice initiatives to Jewish families and individuals primarily in the Miami Beach community. Leadership comprises Senior Rabbi Gayle Pomerantz, Rabbi Gary Glickstein, Director of Philanthropy Madeleine Novack, and Director of Congregational Engagement Mark Baranek, supported by approximately 20 employees and a member-governed Board of Trustees. TBS marked "250 Years of Jews in America" during High Holy Days 5787 (2026), anchoring its brand around multi-generational community presence.

The temple's programmatic portfolio is organized across education (Innovative School from infant/toddler through elementary, jLAB Hebrew school, Teen Fellowships, BESHTY youth), community life (Brotherhood, Sisterhood, Panim El Panim small groups), Israel engagement (sister congregations Kehilat Dror/Domim and Rosh Pina, Gift of Israel program, travel), and social justice (Project Isaiah food donations, Mazon partnership, advocacy, Mitzvah Day). Service delivery combines on-campus programming with digital channels: Facebook Live and YouTube livestreaming for services, ShulCloud for the member portal and donations, Zoom for adult Torah Study, and RSVPify for QR-code-controlled High Holy Day admission.

Revenue is generated through a member-funded, multi-stream model: recurring annual membership dues, Innovative School tuition, donations to 35+ named endowment funds supporting education, youth, scholarships, and senior programs, event-based fees (e.g., $25-$36 per person for the Welcome Back BBQ), and $360-per-guest non-member High Holy Day admission. The go-to-market is community-led, relying on member referrals, word-of-mouth, URJ network affiliation, and a digital presence across the website, Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram. The fiscal year resets to June 1, 2026 through May 31, 2027.

Name

Temple Beth Sholom (Miami Beach)

Legal name

Temple Beth Sholom

Website

https://tbsmb.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Temple Beth Sholom is a Reform Jewish synagogue and 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Miami Beach, Florida, serving congregant families through worship services, the Innovative School, Hebrew education, youth programming, Israel engagement, and social justice initiatives funded by membership dues, tuition, and donations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Religious Services

NAICS

Religious Organizations (8131), Grantmaking and Giving Services (8132)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industries

Faith-Based Education & Formation (Seminaries, Religious Schools, Catechesis) (BPAGAJAD), Faith-Based (Religious) K–12 Schools (EDAJABAC)

Keywords

• Reform synagogue services
• Jewish religious education
• Religious worship services
• Youth religious programs
• Community engagement programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Miami Beach

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: Annual membership dues that provide household members with High Holy Day admission, access to services, and participation in temple programs. QR admission codes serve as membership benefits.
2. Event Revenue: Fees for community events such as the Welcome Back BBQ and other temple-organized gatherings.
3. High Holy Day Guest Admission: Non-members can purchase guest admission for High Holy Day services at $360 per guest, providing revenue for holiday services.
4. Named Fund Donations: Restricted charitable donations to established named funds supporting various temple programs, youth activities, scholarships, and community services.
5. School Tuition: The Innovative School charges tuition for infant/toddler, preschool, and elementary education programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Temple Beth Sholom is a Reform Jewish synagogue that delivers religious worship services (Shabbat and holidays, in-person and livestreamed), full life-cycle religious education (jLAB Hebrew school, B'nei Mitzvah preparation, and the Innovative School for infants through elementary), youth and family programming, adult study, Israel engagement, and social justice initiatives. The congregation monetizes these offerings through annual membership dues, tuition at the Innovative School, event fees, High Holy Day guest admissions, and charitable donations to named funds.

Product overview

Temple Beth Sholom is a reform synagogue offering religious services, educational programs, and community engagement. The institution operates as a unified community organization with interconnected programs including Shabbat and holiday services, the Innovative School (Infant/Toddler through Elementary), jLAB religious education, youth programs (BESHTY, Teen Fellowships), and social justice initiatives. The temple also maintains named scholarship funds and community groups including Brotherhood, Sisterhood, and Israel programming.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Innovative School: An educational institution offering infant/toddler care, preschool (Foundation School), and elementary education programs, operating at innovativeschool.org

Products and services

• Spiritual Life & Worship Services Weekly Shabbat services and holiday observances including Rosh HaShanah and Yom Kippur, offered both in-person at the Miami Beach campus and via livestream on Facebook, YouTube, and TBSWatch. Designed for congregation members and the broader Jewish community.
• jLAB (School for Living Judaism) Hebrew school and religious education program for children, preparing students for B'nei Mitzvah with instruction in Hebrew, prayer practice, Torah cantillation, and Haftarah. Targeted at congregational families with school-age children.
• Innovative School Early childhood and elementary education program offering Infant/Toddler, Foundation-Preschool, and Elementary levels with Jewish values integration. Tuition-based program serving families in the Miami Beach community.
• BESHTY Youth Programs Youth programming for temple members' children including after-school programs, camp opportunities, and teen leadership experiences. Targeted at children and teens in the congregation.
• Teen Fellowships Teen fellowship and leadership programs including trips to Israel and URJ camp recruitment. Designed for congregation teens.
• B'nei Mitzvah Program Bar and Bat Mitzvah preparation program including cantillation instruction, prayer practice, and family blessings. Targeted at congregation families approaching this lifecycle milestone.
• Named Scholarship Funds 35+ endowed funds supporting families with financial need for school tuition, summer camp, and Israel programs. Targeted at congregation members requiring financial assistance.
• Project Isaiah Food security initiative collecting donations for local families during the High Holy Day season, partnering with Trader Joe's and Publix. Addresses food insecurity in Miami-Dade County.
• Brotherhood & Sisterhood Community groups for men and women providing volunteer opportunities, social events, and congregational support. Membership-based community engagement for adult temple members.
• Panim El Panim Small group engagement program facilitating meaningful conversations and shared interests among members. Targeted at adult congregation members seeking deeper connection.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Integration5 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Trader Joe'sminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in Project Isaiah food donation collection program. Trader Joe's supports the temple's food insecurity initiative that runs through the High Holy Day season.
• PublixminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in Project Isaiah food donation collection program, supporting the temple's initiative to address food insecurity in Miami-Dade County.
• Kehilat Dror (Domim)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSister Congregation partnership with an Israeli congregation, fostering international Jewish connection and exchange.
• Rosh Pina CongregationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTemple Beth Sholom has a partnership with the Rosh Pina congregation in the Upper Galilee, facilitated by the Zinn Family Foundation. Plans include bringing the rabbi to visit the TBS community.
• URJ (Union for Reform Judaism)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTBS participates in URJ programs including CLASP Fellow position, youth camp recruitment, and the reciprocity network for members traveling to other congregations.
• MazonminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerA group of more than 40 volunteers from TBS whose mission is to provide, prepare, and serve a monthly wholesome dinner to the homeless residents of the Chapman Partnership.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Others

• URJ Camp Coleman: Network affiliate under the Union for Reform Judaism through which TBS places youth for summer camp experiences. Coordinating channel rather than direct competitor.
• Jewish Federation of Greater Miami: Umbrella Jewish community organization serving Miami-Dade that coordinates fundraising, social services, and Israel engagement. Partner and partial ecosystem enabler for TBS programs.

Direct peers

• Temple Israel of Greater Miami: Long-established Reform synagogue in Miami offering religious services, education, and youth programs. Competes with TBS for the same metropolitan Miami Jewish demographic.
• Temple Beth Am (Miami): Reform Jewish synagogue in Miami serving a similar congregant base with comparable worship, education, and lifecycle programming. Directly competes for Miami-area Jewish families seeking a Reform spiritual home.
• Temple Judea (Miami): Reform synagogue in Miami providing worship, religious school, and youth programming to Jewish families. Direct competitor in the South Florida Reform synagogue market.
• Beth Torah Congregation (North Miami Beach): Conservative synagogue in North Miami Beach providing similar religious education, lifecycle events, and community programming. Competes for the same Jewish families in the Miami-Dade area.
• Congregation B'nai Israel (Miami): Reform Jewish congregation in Miami providing worship, religious school, and youth programs to the same regional Jewish population. Overlapping mission and member base.
• Temple Emanu-El (Miami Beach): Historic Conservative synagogue located on Miami Beach, serving a similar in-person catchment with comparable worship, education, and community programming. Most direct geographic competitor.

Broad incumbents

• David Posnack JCC (Miami): Large Jewish Community Center in South Florida offering broader programming across early childhood, fitness, and cultural activities. Competes for Jewish families' time and education dollars.

Regional players

• Park Synagogue (Cleveland): Large Reform synagogue nationally recognized for full-service programming from early childhood through senior services. Comparable operating model though in a different geographic market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@tbsmbtube/streams
• Facebookfacebook.com/TBSMB
• Instagraminstagram.com/tbsmiamibeach
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/temple-beth-sholom-miami-beach-

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

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