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Portal al Judaismo Inc.

Guiding returning communities through a legitimate Halakhic process, supervised by recognized U.S. Rabbinical Courts.

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Our Mission: Restoring a Lost Heritage, Building a Strong Future

For centuries, countless individuals of Jewish descent in the Spanish-speaking world were disconnected from their heritage. Today, a historic awakening is taking place as these "returning communities" seek to reclaim their identity. However, their sincere journey is often fraught with peril. In a landscape that is frequently disorganized and chaotic, many fall prey to inauthentic groups, fraudulent conversions, and a lack of legitimate rabbinic leadership, leaving them disillusioned and spiritually stranded.

Portal al Judaísmo was founded to be the definitive solution to this crisis. We provide a secure, structured, and authentically Halakhic (according to Jewish Law) path for those who wish to return.

How We Achieve Our Mission: A Three-Pillar Strategy

Our model is not just a series of classes; it is a comprehensive system designed to ensure legitimacy, deep knowledge, and long-term success.

1. Halakhic Conversion with Unquestionable Rigor and Quality We guarantee the integrity of our process through direct supervision by respected, established Batei Dinim (Rabbinical Courts) in the United States. This ensures that every conversion we facilitate is 100% authentic and recognized. Our all-inclusive process supports candidates through every essential step, including Brit Milah (ritual circumcision), Mikveh (ritual immersion), and Chuppah (Jewish wedding ceremony), ensuring no one is left to navigate these critical moments alone.

2. Centralized, Standardized, and In-Depth Education We believe that a strong Jewish life is built on a strong foundation of knowledge. Our candidates embark on a rigorous 13-month, 750+ hour educational program, modeled after the most successful Yeshivot. This virtual curriculum covers everything from Halakha and Hashkafá (Jewish philosophy) to practical observance like Kashrut and Shabbat. With mandatory participation and continuous evaluation, we ensure our graduates possess a level of knowledge that often exceeds that of those born into the faith.

3. Sustainable Community Development Our work does not end at the Mikveh. We understand that a successful return to Judaism requires a supportive community. We are dedicated to building the infrastructure necessary for a vibrant Jewish life, including:

  • Establishing local Mikvaot and community centers.
  • Developing local kosher food economies.
  • Creating a trusted shidduchim (matchmaking) network to ensure generational continuity.

The Impact of Your Donation

Your support is the engine that drives this entire mission. A donation to Portal al Judaísmo is an investment in the future of the Jewish people. Your contribution directly funds:

  • Scholarships for dedicated students who cannot afford the administrative costs of our rigorous educational program.
  • The travel and logistical costs for our supervising Rabbis and Batei Dinim to oversee the final stages of the conversion process.
  • The development of educational materials and online infrastructure to reach more communities.
  • The seed funding for building essential community infrastructure, like a new Mikveh or a local kosher food initiative.

By donating to Portal al Judaísmo, you are not just helping an individual; you are helping to restore a lost heritage, counter misinformation, and build strong, self-sufficient, and authentic Jewish communities for generations to come.

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A 501(c)(3) nonprofit, EIN 85-3824357

Donors

  • Silvia Elena Martínez Jimenez