Question 1

What is Connect2Kehilla?

Accepted Answer

Connect2Kehilla is a free community SMS information accessibility program of Education on the Go Corp, a 501(c)(3) public charity (EIN 92-1172505). Text (888) 516-3399 with what you need and your ZIP code to instantly find kosher store information, minyan times, zmanim, community jobs, and emergency alerts. Works on any phone — no smartphone or internet required.

Question 2

How do I search for community information by SMS?

Accepted Answer

Text "+1 (888) 516-3399" with your request — for example: "specials 11213" (kosher store specials by ZIP), "minyan Crown Heights" (davening times by area), or "zmanim 11225". You will get an instant reply with relevant community information.

Question 3

Is Connect2Kehilla free?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Connect2Kehilla is 100% free for everyone. There are no paid tiers, no subscriptions, and no premium placements. Business listings are completely free. Connect2Kehilla is supported entirely by voluntary tax-deductible donations to Education on the Go Corp, our parent 501(c)(3) public charity. Standard carrier text message rates may apply.

Question 4

What areas does Connect2Kehilla serve?

Accepted Answer

We serve Brooklyn (Williamsburg, Crown Heights, Boro Park, Flatbush), Monsey, Monroe/Kiryas Joel, Lakewood, Five Towns (Cedarhurst, Lawrence), Teaneck, Passaic, Staten Island, and surrounding Jewish communities.

Question 5

What can I find besides community information?

Accepted Answer

Text "mincha 11225" for minyan/shul times, "zmanim 11213" for daily halachic times (sunrise, sunset, plag, Shma, Sefirat HaOmer), "SPECIALS" for kosher grocery information, "JOBS" for community work boards, or "MENU" to see all options.

Question 6

How does Connect2Kehilla sustain itself as a free nonprofit program?

Accepted Answer

Connect2Kehilla is a program of Education on the Go Corp, a 501(c)(3) public charity (EIN 92-1172505). All operating costs are covered by voluntary tax-deductible donations from supporters. Visit /donate to support the program.

Question 7

How do I list my business or service?

Accepted Answer

Visit https://www.connect2kehilla.com/add-business — listing in our community directory is 100% free for all kosher-friendly businesses, services, and community organizations. We support the local economy by helping community members find your services.

Question 8

Does Connect2Kehilla work on flip phones?

Accepted Answer

Yes — any phone that can send SMS works, including kosher flip phones without internet. The program is specifically designed for users without smartphones.

Question 9

What languages are supported?

Accepted Answer

English, Hebrew (עברית), and Yiddish (אידיש). Search queries work in all three languages.

Question 10

Is Connect2Kehilla approved by Rabbonim?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Connect2Kehilla is proud to be recognized by the Beis Din of Crown Heights as a valuable and appropriate service for the community. We maintain the highest standards of technology use as outlined by our Rabbonim.

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