Our Story
Chabad on Campus SW Portland was established in 2022, to serve the Jewish student community of Portland. Chabad is nonpolitical and is a place where every Jew is welcome, regardless of affiliation or prior level of knowledge. It serves the Jewish community in the urban Colleges throughout SW Portland, including Portland State University, Oregon Health and Science University, and Portland Community College, with the main focus being on Lewis and Clark.
Its sole purpose is to create a warm, welcoming environment to explore and experience Judaism's warm and relevant spiritual inspirations in a non-judgmental and inviting atmosphere. It has become a home away from home for Jewish students in Portland.
Since its inception, Chabad on Campus SW Portland strives to meet the needs of the community with religious services, and social events, as well as an array of programming including: weekly Shabbat dinners, holiday celebrations, and educational classes.
Chabad on Campus SW Portland is not affiliated with any college or university. It is a local, independent and financially self-supporting entity. Every dollar that we receive comes from the generosity of people like you. We are a nonprofit organization and your donations are fully tax deductible.
Meet the Citrons
Rabbi Eli and Chaya Citron moved to Portland and founded Chabad on Campus SW Portland in 2022.
Prior to moving to Portland, Rabbi Citron grew up in New York before pursuing studies in Jewish thought and practice in Brooklyn, Los Angeles, and Connecticut. He received his rabbinical ordination from Rabbi Dovid Shochet. He continued advanced rabbinical studies under leading experts in contemporary Jewish law (Halacha) receiving certificates from Rabbi Feitel Levin and Rabbi Mordechai Tendler. His joyful personality drives his commitment and dedication to his community. He is passionate about Jewish education and loves to continue studying and teaching.
Chaya Citron was born and raised in Chicago and studied education and advanced Jewish thought in New York and Israel. She is a passionate educator, teaching Jewish students as well as educating her own children. She is currently also the site director at The Gan Portland Jewish Preschool. She is an excellent chef and takes pride in catering Chabad events with delicious homemade food.
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We invite you to join us for our Shabbat and Holiday services, meals, classes, and community social events. If you have any questions or would like to learn more about our programs, don’t hesitate to reach out or follow us on our website and social media for updates, event information, and daily inspiration.
We are located at 9816 SW 6th Avenue, Portland, Portland, OR, 97219.
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