About Us

Welcome to the Jewish Community of Rhawnhurst (JCOR) – a vibrant, welcoming, and diverse Orthodox community in Northeast Philadelphia. Whether you’re visiting, considering relocation, or just curious, here’s what makes us unique:

What We’re Known For

Affordability & Quality of Life

  • Lower cost of living and housing compared to other major Jewish centers.
  • Yeshiva tuition made more affordable through Pennsylvania’s EITC program
  • Stores with parking lots and ample residential parking – minimal traffic.

Learning & Torah-Centered Living

  • High standards of Torah learning are a cornerstone of our community.
  • Numerous shiurim and learning opportunities in local shuls.
  • A vibrant Kollel that serves as a hub for spiritual growth across all backgrounds.

Great Location & Proximity to Other Jewish Areas

  • Easy access to Lakewood, Baltimore, and New York City.
  • Enjoy all the career and infrastructure benefits of a major East Coast city.

Community Values

  • A quiet, residential neighborhood with no nightlife.
  • Not marked by materialism; we value modesty and simplicity.
  • Strong out-of-town spirit – everyone counts.

Inclusive Orthodox Diversity

  • Diversity within Orthodoxy: everyone is accepted and respected.
  • You’ll find your place in a shul and still feel welcome in all.

Family & Education

  • Several schools serve the educational needs of our children.
  • Kosher food and dining options are adequate and accessible.

🎥 JCOR Video

Watch our introductory video about JCOR and Jewish life in Rhawnhurst:
JCOR Video

📧 Email Group

Stay informed with the JCOR Email Group — a moderated announcements list serving the Jewish Community of Northeast Philadelphia: https://groups.io/g/JCOR-NE-Philadelphia. Founded to promote achdus and foster growth in Rhawnhurst, the group shares local shiurim, events, job and housing opportunities, and community updates. All posts are screened to ensure they are relevant, local, and free of spam or off-topic content—just the essential info you need.

👉 Join here: https://groups.io/g/JCOR-NE-Philadelphia

🕍 Shuls Directory

Ahavas Torah

Beth David: Mesilat Yesharim

Beth Midrash HaRav / B’nai Jacob

B’nai Israel – Ohev Zedek

Dibrot Eliyahu

Philadelphia Lubavitcher Center

🧯 Eruv Info

The Rhawnhurst Eruv encompasses a large residential section of Northeast Philadelphia and is diligently maintained by local rabbinic authorities and community volunteers. It enables enhanced Shabbat observance for families and individuals alike.

Eruv status is shared weekly via the JCOR Email Group. Please check the group each week before Shabbat.

📍 Eruv Map

📖 Kollel

The Northeast Community Kollel plays a vital role in our spiritual life, offering accessible Torah learning opportunities to community members of all backgrounds. Many benefit from shiurim on Inyanei DeYoma and chavrusa learning with the Rosh Kollel and Kollel Avreichim.

We are proud to have Rav Yonah Burr — a renowned educator and scholar — as our Rosh Kollel, guiding this makom Torah.

📍 2018 Solly Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19152
✉️ info@northeastkollel.org
🌐 https://www.northeastkollel.org/

🤝 Chesed Resources

Support or volunteer opportunities within our community:

🚑 Philadelphia Hatzolah

📞 215-677-6700
🌐 https://www.philadelphiahatzolah.org/

🥘 Chesed Philly (Tomchei Shabbos)

Volunteers always welcome.
🌐 https://www.chesedphilly.org/

🔧 Chaverim

📞 855-742-4876
🌐 https://philadelphiachaveirim.org/

🏥 Bikur Cholim of Philadelphia

📞 215-805-8668
🌐 https://bikkurcholimphilly.org/

🚿 Mikvaot

The Abraham Offen Mikvah of Northeast Philadelphia

📞 (215) 745-3334 — follow the prompts to make an appointment
📍 7525 Loretto Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19111
🌐 https://www.northeastmikvah.org

  • Features a keilim mikvah (daytime use only)
  • Men’s access available on Erev Yomtov (see JCOR email group for announcements)

Men’s Mikvah – Philadelphia Lubavitcher Center

📍 7622 Castor Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19111
📞 (215) 725-2030

🎓 Schools

🧒 Pre-School

Congregation Beth Solomon
198 Tomlinson Road
📞 215-938-1278
🌐 www.cbscommunitycenter.com

FELS / Gutman Early Learning Center
7500 West Avenue, Elkins Park, PA
📞 215-635-5570
🌐 felskids.org/center/gutman

FELS / Paley Early Learning Center
2199 Strahle Street
📞 215-725-8930
🌐 felskids.org/center/paley

The Gan
7620 Castor Avenue
📞 215-695-0399

Other private local options are also available.

🏫 Elementary Schools

Abrams Hebrew Academy
31 West College Avenue, Yardley, PA
📞 215-493-1800
🌐 abramsonline.org

Caskey Torah Academy
742 Argyle Road, Wynnewood, PA
📞 610-642-7870
🌐 taphila.org

Kohelet Yeshiva Lab & Middle School
223 North Highland Avenue, Merion Station, PA
📞 610-667-2020
🌐 koheletyeshiva.org

Politz Day School of Cherry Hill
720 Cooper Landing Road, Cherry Hill, NJ
📞 856-667-1013
🌐 politz.org

Politz Yeshiva & Bais Yaakov
9225 Old Bustleton Avenue
📞 215-939-5960
🌐 politzyby.org

🎓 Yeshiva & High Schools

Foxman Torah Institute
31 Maple Avenue, Cherry Hill, NJ
📞 856-482-8230
🌐 ftiyeshiva.org

Kosloff Torah Academy Girls’ High School
50 Montgomery Avenue, Bala Cynwyd, PA
📞 610-660-5010
🌐 ktahs.org

Kohelet Yeshiva High School
223 North Highland Avenue, Merion Station, PA
📞 610-667-2020
🌐 koheletyeshiva.org

Mesivta High School of Greater Philadelphia
314 Levering Mill Road, Bala Cynwyd, PA
📞 610-617-9200
🌐 themesivta.org

Talmudical Yeshiva of Philadelphia
6063 Drexel Road
📞 215-477-1000

🥬 Kosher Info

Philadelphia is served by the Community Kashrus of Greater Philadelphia (Keystone-K). Most kosher establishments and caterers in the area operate under this supervision.

Visit: https://keystone-k.org

🍽️ Dining

Local eateries immediately in or adjacent to our community. Many more are close by in the region.
For a wider list of kosher establishments, visit Keystone-K Kosher Directory.
Always verify hashgacha before visiting any establishment.

Espresso Café

Dairy restaurant under Keystone-K hashgacha
espresso-kosher.com
📍 7814 Castor Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19152
📞 215-745-0130

Judah Mediterranean Grill

Meat restaurant under Keystone-K hashgacha
judahgrill.com
📍 9311 Krewstown Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19115
📞 215-613-6110

Rita’s Water Ice – Grant Ave

Seasonal treats
📍 1709 Grant Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19111
📞 215-673-9490

🛒 Food Shopping

Members of our community shop for food at the following locations:

House of Kosher

houseofkosher.com
9806 Bustleton Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19115
📞 (215) 677-8100
Entire store under Keystone K supervision. Full-service grocery store featuring takeout, sushi, pizza, and catering options.

ShopRite of Roosevelt Boulevard

shoprite.com
11000 Roosevelt Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19116
📞 (215) 673-1200
Offers a kosher section and deli counter under Keystone K. Fresh kosher bakery items also available.

GIANT of Huntingdon Valley

737 Huntingdon Pike, Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006
📞 (215) 379-6900
Kosher section and deli counter under Keystone K. Fresh bakery goods available.