In May 2008, Rabbi Mendy Hurwitz established a Chabad Jewish Community Center in Yonkers.
His goal is reach out to the Jews in Yonkers and bring them the light and joy of Judaism.
Rabbi Mendy Hurwitz is 36 years old and was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York.
He studied at a Yeshiva in Brooklyn and upon completion of his studies, he was ordained as a Rabbi at the Central Chabad Yeshiva in Brooklyn in 2006.
During his years as a rabbinic student, Rabbi Hurwitz gained first hand experience leading Holiday programs, directing events, and teaching Torah classes in Russia, Hungary, Spain and Poland.
In the Summer months, he lead camps in California and Pennsylvania.
He took part in the Rescue and Relief in the wake of Hurricane Katrina.
Bringing aid and a message of hope to those left devastated in the aftermath of the storm.
Now he is known throughout Yonkers, for the warmth and enthusiasm that he brings, while spreading Judaism throughout Yonkers with his wife, Chanie, and the older of his four children.
Rabbi Mendy Hurwitz epitomizes the emphatic essence of understanding and charity beyond his years.
A mensch indeed!
Yonkers once had a large Jewish population but its size has reduced over the last few decades, but the new waterfront developments are attracting new Jewish households.
Rabbi Mendy Hurwitz welcomes people among an ever growing community
The Chabad of Yonkers is located at 600 North Broadway.