Guide Letter: B
The Guide to Jewish Living offers a comprehensive, up-to-date directory of Chicago-area Jewish organizations, resources, products, and services. The guide acts as a community driven lexicon sponsored by Jewish Chicago: The JUF’s Magazine to foster connection and support. Email [email protected] with questions or for information on advertising opportunities.
* Listings with an asterisk are part of the JUF/JF partnership of agencies serving the Chicago and worldwide Jewish community.
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B’Chavana
A close-knit community, B’Chavana offers members an opportunity to grow in spirituality in an intentional way, through learning, prayer, song, celebration and acts that repair the world.
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B’nai B’rith Beber Camp
Beber Camp is a co-ed, residential Jewish camp located in Mukwonago, Wisconsin, only 90 minutes northwest of Chicago. We offer two, four and eight week sessions, as well as a trial weekend for prospective campers. We have beautiful facilities, including a state of the art health center, air-conditioned dining hall and full kosher kitchen. Campers can choose from more than 80 activities, including waterskiing, sailing, sports, rock band, organic farming, arts and crafts and challenge course. We pride ourselves on our intimate size and professional staff-with only about 330 campers per session and a low camper-to-counselor ratio. Come and experience the magic of Beber Camp!
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B’nai B’rith International
Jewish humanitarian, human rights and advocacy organization. Since 1843, BBI has worked for Jewish unity, security, continuity, and tolerance, in 50 nations worldwide. The Midwest Region includes Illinois, and most of Wisconsin and Indiana.
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B’nai Jehoshua Beth Elohim
901 Milwaukee Ave. Glenview IL 60025 (847) 729-7575 (847) 729-8950 [email protected] http://www.bjbe.org Rabbi Karyn Kedar true 0393
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Back from Birthright Israel
The Back from Birthright Israel network connects Birthright Israel trip alumni living in the Chicago area to each other socially, professionally, through Jewish life and culture, volunteerism, and philanthropy to create a transition into greater JUF involvement.
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Bais Chaim Dovid
Orthodox Shul in Lincolnwood
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Bais Hasofer
Books and safrus.
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Bais Medrash Binyan Olam
8170 W. McCormick Blvd. Suite 100 Skokie IL 60076 (847) 329-7600 Rabbi Zvi Feiner None false
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Bais Menachem-Nusach Ari
Lubavitch Chabad.
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Bais Yaakov High School of Chicago
An Orthodox high school for girls.
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Bank Hapoalim B.M.
Bank Hapoalim B.M.
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Bank Leumi USA
FDIC-insured full-service commercial bank providing financial services to midsize firms, international businesses, and high net worth individuals in the United States and abroad. Serves as banker and facilitator for investments and trade between the United States and Israel.
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Barry Goldman, MD
15 Tower Court Gurnee IL 60046 (847) 244 1375 false
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Bartlett Hall Food Court at the University of Chicago
CRC-certified.
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Base Logan Square
Base Logan Square is located on the Westside of Chicago in Logan Square, and it is the home of Rav Moshe, Ariana, and their children. At Base LGSQ, you will find lively discussions, laughter, Torah, delicious vegetarian food, and more. Base LGSQ is a place where to create a pluralistic Jewish community together, deepen relationships, and feel at home with each other, and within Judaism. Silverstein Base Chicago is made possible through generous support from the Silverstein Family, Crown Family Philanthropies, Judy and Abel z”l Friedman, Anonymous, and JUF’s Breakthrough Fund.
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BAY Shul – Bait Ahavat Yisroel
314 N. McHenry Road 2nd Floor Buffalo Grove IL 60089 [email protected] http://www.bayshul.com Rabbi Yerachmiel Pickholtz None false
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BBYO
BBYO is a pluralistic Jewish teen movement aspiring to involve more Jewish teens in more meaningful Jewish experiences. For more than 90 years, BBYO's leadership programs the Aleph Zadik Aleph (AZA, high school fraternity) and the B'nai B'rith Girls (BBG, high school sorority) have been providing exceptional leadership programs and identity enrichment experiences, shaping the confidence and character of more than 400,000 alumni who are among the most prominent figures in business, politics, academia, the arts and Jewish communal life. Now, BBYO's network of Jewish teens, alumni, parents, volunteers and philanthropists provide year-round activities in hundreds of local communities and inspiring world-wide travel experiences, BBYO's broad program menu enables teens to explore areas of leadership, service, civic engagement, Israel education and Jewish values.
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Bebe’s Kosher Deli
cRc glatt kosher.
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Beis Medrash Mikor Hachaim
Orthodox congregation.
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Belmont Village Senior Living (Buffalo Grove)
Distinctive residential settings, chef-prepared dining and bistro, award-winning memory care, health and wellness programs, professionally supervised therapy and rehabilitation services.
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Belmont Village Senior Living (Geneva Road)
Distinctive residential settings, chef-prepared dining and bistro, award-winning memory care, health and wellness programs, professionally supervised therapy and rehabilitation services.
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Belmont Village Senior Living (Glenview)
Distinctive residential settings, chef-prepared dining and bistro, award-winning memory care, health and wellness programs, professionally supervised therapy and rehabilitation services.
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Belmont Village Senior Living (Oak Park)
Distinctive residential settings, chef-prepared dining and bistro, award-winning memory care, health and wellness programs, professionally supervised therapy and rehabilitation services.
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Ben & Taube Aberman Eruv of Buffalo Grove
Operates Buffalo Grove/Long Grove Eruv under rabbinic supervision of Rabbi Gedaliah Dov Schwartz.
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Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School
Independent Jewish Day School for the 21st century where academic purpose, collaborative learning and a deep commitment to humanity develops engaged, confident learners and compassionate leaders for a stronger, more vibrant community and world. Nursery to eighthgrade.
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Bernie Warman
Pianist-vocalist using electric keyboard. Yiddish, Israeli, Latin, American music. Ceremonies, parties, receptions, simchas and holiday celebrations.
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BESHERT
Introduction service with thousands of online profiles of Chicago Jewish singles, events and speed dating.
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Beth Chaverim Humanistic Jewish Community
Education, Jewish heritage and traditions, critical and independent thought.
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Beth Emet The Free Synagogue
Beth Emet is a diverse, multigenerational Reform community with a dynamic approach to Judaism. Our congregation seeks to create a spiritually vibrant, socially conscious, intellectually challenging, and deeply caring environment firmly rooted in Jewish tradition and values.
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Beth Hillel Bnai Emunah
Beth Hillel Congregation Bnai Emunah
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Beth Hillel Temple
Reform congregation serving Southeastern Wisconsin and Northern Illinois.
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Beth Shalom Ahavas Achim
Beth Sholom Ahavas Achim
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Beth Shalom B’nai Zaken Ethiopian Hebrew Congregation
6801 S. Kedzie Ave. Chicago IL 60629 (773) 476-2924 [email protected] Rabbi Capers Funnye False 0383
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Beth Tikvah Congregation
Beth Tikvah Congregation is a dynamic, warm, and friendly Reform congregation where all are welcome. BTC is best known for its inclusive, involved, caring and compassionate community; for its excellent clergy, staff and lay leadership; for its phenomenal lay choirs; and for the overall positive difference BTC makes in its members’ lives.
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Beth Tikvah Congregation Early Childhood Center
Half-day preschool, enrichment classes, summer fun program and family events for children infants through 5 years of age.
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Beverly Cemetery
Nondenominational, with an exclusively Jewish section.
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Birchwood Plaza Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Specialized Alzheimer's care. Physical, occupational, speech, and restorative therapies. A full range of activities. Kosher cuisine and a synagogue on site. Medicare approved.
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Birthright Israel Foundation
Organization for raising tax deductible funds sending young Jewish adults, ages 18-26, on a free 10-day trip to Israel from the Chicago area and Midwest region.
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Birthright Israel Onward
Birthright Israel Onward participants are able to develop their professional future and build their resume through a high-level internship side-by-side with Israeli peers. This Tel Aviv-based internship program places current college students in a work environment based on skills, interests, and future plans. Interns work four days a week while one day a week is devoted to learning about and experiencing contemporary Israeli society. Participants are able to immerse themselves in Israeli culture, and leave the heavily- subsidized Birthright Israel Onward experience with greater connection and confidence. The Chicago program is proud to be able to send over 100 students to work and live in Tel Aviv each summer, making it one of the largest Birthright Israel Onward programs. To fit the needs and academic calendars of all Chicagoland students, there are three date options. For 2026, the date options are: Track 1 (Wendy Miller Track): May 27-July 21, 2026 The Wendy Miller Track of Birthright Israel Onward is named in loving memory of a lifelong educator and deeply engaged member of the Chicago Jewish community whose life reflected Jewish pride, moral clarity, and a profound belief in the power of education. Wendy devoted her career to teaching young children and spent many years as a docent at the Illinois Holocaust Museum, helping others understand the importance of remembrance and the responsibility to be an upstander. Known for her generosity, her commitment to family and community, and her joyful approach to Jewish life, Wendy believed deeply in the potential of young people. This program reflects her hope that participants will explore Israel with curiosity and openness, engage thoughtfully with the stories they encounter, and return home ready to share their experiences and stand up for what matters. Track 2: June 4 – July 29, 2026 Track 3: June 17th – August 12th, 2026. Interested applicants can apply at Birthright Israel Onward and should reach out to [email protected] with any questions. Applications open in November and are rolling.
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Birthright Israel: Shorashim
Shorashim is a cutting-edge non-profit organization that has dedicated more than 30 years to building long-lasting bridges between Americans and Israelis through innovative, immersive adventures. On Shorashim, Americans and Israelis explore Israel, side-by-side, for the entire experience. Our transformational, authentic journeys offer new perspectives, focusing on experiencing the culture, sites, scenes, vibes, variety of stories, and people of Israel, in the way that connects to each participant. The adventure is made, not only by what is seen and experienced, but by the people that participants encounter and the close group formed. Since Birthright Israel’s inception, we have worked in valued partnership with JUF to offer tailored Birthright Israel adventures to 18-to-26 year olds in the Chicago community. Shorashim is a leading trip provider, with trips running in December, January and May through August, with all of our Chicago community trips departing from Chicago!
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Bizar Entertainment
Band and DJ, for all occasions including bar/bat mitzvahs.
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BJBE Early Childhood Center at the Chava Center
Preschool for children 2 years old through preK, and Parent-Tot programs for younger learners. Joyful Judaism, love of learning and caring community infuse every aspect of our program. Children are seen as capable and creative individuals. A foundation of strong relationships allows each child to develop socially, emotionally, and cognitively to be their best self. Using the Jewish calendar as a guide, staff follows best practices in early childhood education to create high-quality learning experiences.
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Blitstein Institute for Women
Bressler School of Advanced Hebrew Studies and Kanter School of Liberal Arts and Sciences, accredited college offers bachelor of arts degree in Judaic studies; additional majors in accounting, psychology, certification in computers and education; pre-prof
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Bnei Akiva of Chicago
Programs for Zionist Orthodox youth, including summer programs in Israel, to strengthen Jewish identity and commitment. Operates local Shabbat groups, leadership seminars, and educational programs.
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Bnei Ruven Community Mikvah
By appointment only.
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Bnos Day Camp
Eight-week camp for grades two through eight featuring baking, athletics, swimming, weekly trips, arts & crafts, entertainers and skill development.
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Bnos Rabbeinu High School
Chasidic education based on teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbei'im. The secular department follows guidelines of the State of Illinois Board of Education. For girls in grades nine-12.
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Bnoseinu Day Camp
Eight-week camp for grades nursery through two featuring baking, athletics, swimming, weekly trips, arts & crafts, entertainers and skill development.
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Board of Jewish Education Early Childhood Centers
Support for Jewish education and cultural activities; preschools; center for teacher enrichment; multimedia resource center. For a complete list of services and programs offered, please contact BJE directly, or visit their website.
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Bradley University Hillel
The center for Jewish life on campus at Bradley University since 1947. Hillel hosts a variety of social, educational, and religious events throughout the school year, including weekly Shabbat services and dinners, and Sunday lox-and-bagel brunches. The mission of Bradley Hillel is to promote Jewish journeys for Bradley University students through a warm and supportive Jewish community, meaningful and relevant educational opportunities, and spiritually rewarding interactions and experiences, all within a Jewish context.