Community and Partnerships

One of Tulsa’s best qualities is its easy access to community organizations. From Jewish institutions to local organizations created to promote events, networking and fostering common interests and hobbies. There’s something for everyone to get plugged in and connected.

 

Being Jewish in Tulsa


 

Chabad Tulsa

Chabad-Lubavitch is a philosophy, a movement, and an organization. It is considered to be the most dynamic force in Jewish life today.

The word “Chabad” is a Hebrew acronym for the three intellectual faculties of chochmah—wisdom, binah—comprehension and da’at—knowledge. The movement’s system of Jewish religious philosophy, the deepest dimension of G‑d’s Torah, teaches understanding and recognition of the Creator, the role and purpose of creation, and the importance and unique mission of each creature. This philosophy guides a person to refine and govern his or her every act and feeling through wisdom, comprehension and knowledge.

The word “Lubavitch” is the name of the town in White Russia where the movement was based for more than a century. Appropriately, the word Lubavitch in Russian means the “city of brotherly love.” The name Lubavitch conveys the essence of the responsibility and love engendered by the Chabad philosophy toward every single Jew.

 

Jewish Federation of Tulsa

The Jewish Federation of Tulsa is dedicated to the promotion and advancement of Jewish educational, cultural, social, philanthropic, and religious interests and to raise and distribute funds to the accomplishment of such ends. The mission of the Jewish Federation of Tulsa is to foster a sense of Klal Yisrael, perpetuate the appreciation of Jewish heritage and the virtue of Tzedakah, and to strive for the highest quality of Jewish life locally, in Israel, and throughout the world.

 

Moishe House

Moishe House provides a vibrant Jewish community for young adults by supporting leaders in their 20s as they create meaningful home-based Jewish experiences for themselves and their peers.” In Tulsa, we are lucky to have a Moishe Pod, operated by two Tulsa Tomorrow Alumni who are committed to curating opportunities for the young adult community to gather and simply be Jewish together.

 

The Synagogue | Congregation B'nai Emunah

As one of the oldest Jewish institutions in Oklahoma, B'nai Emunah is a self-confident religious center committed to constant experimentation. What a newcomer is likely to notice first is the sense of forward movement. That, and a prevailing pattern of warmth, generosity, and inclusiveness. There is no preoccupation with governance or policy-making, but rather a pattern of holistic acceptance. B'nai Emunah welcomes individuals and families in the process of defining a Jewish style that brings meaning, richness, and joy. Interfaith families and Jews by Choice are essential parts of the community and B'nai Emunah is eager to offer welcome and home. There is a conscious commitment to making newcomers feel affirmed and valued. As a progressive congregation affiliated with United Synagogue, B'nai Emunah is in the midst of continuing self-renewal.

 

Temple Israel

Temple Israel is, and has been for 100 years, the place in Tulsa where Reform Jews can gather to explore and enrich their Jewish identity. Temple Israel is affiliated with the Union for Reform Judaism and is a diverse and inclusive community.

Temple Israel is a congregation of 290 families who are active participants in Jewish traditions and innovations. The Temple values and embraces dynamic programming, prayer, spirituality, life-long learning and study, meaningful life-cycle occasions, community connections across the generations, social justice, and civic responsibility.

 

Mizel Jewish Community Day School

The mission of the Flo and Morris Mizel Jewish Day School, founded as Heritage Academy in 1975, is to provide an outstanding educational program for pre-K through 5th grade students. Rooted in Jewish traditions and values, the general studies and Judaic studies curricula fosters critical thinking, collaboration, character and compassion. As a Jewish Day School, Mizel JCDS is a home to a diverse community of students: Jewish, Interfaith and other backgrounds.

 

Zarrow Pointe

Zarrow Pointe strives to provide vibrant and inclusive living, learning and care throughout the progression of life. Zarrow Pointe is a legacy of Tulsa Jewish. It’s an inviting community that inspires lifelong learning and welcomes active seniors of all faith traditions.

 

Tulsa Focused Organizations


 

inTulsa

inTulsa “believes in the power of people to change the course of an entire city. [Their] team is made up of genuine recruiters, leaders, and specialists passionate about creating a better and more vibrant Tulsa for all!” At Tulsa Tomorrow, we sometimes think of inTulsa as a boutique recruiting firm. If you’re someone looking for professional resources and/or information on looping into a Visa network, inTulsa would be great to work with!

 

ROOT Tulsa

Root Tulsa is the insider's guide to Tulsa! Browse thousands of event listings, city guides, food and happy hour specials, updated daily. Whether you want to get to know the city better, want to know what's happening, or even just planning a trip to visit, Root Tulsa has curated guides all written by local experts to help you find your way.

 

TulsaGo

The TulsaGo project began in 2018 with efforts geared towards the development of a state-of-the-art website - for both residents and visitors – that would serve as an all-in-one platform to explore, shop, eat, visit, and experience the city.

 

Tulsa Remote

Tulsa Remote is a unique recruitment initiative aimed at attracting talented individuals to Tulsa. The program brings remote workers and digital nomads to the community by providing $10,000 grants and numerous community-building opportunities. Each grant is distributed over the course of a year to eligible remote workers or entrepreneurs living outside of Oklahoma. Funding is currently provided by George Kaiser Family Foundation. The City of Tulsa and other community organizations lend their support to ensure program participants are fully immersed and engaged in the community.

 

TYPROS

Founded as an initiative of the Tulsa Regional Chamber in April 2005, TYPROS was created with the mission to attract and retain young, creative talent to the Tulsa region, while also developing the next generation of leaders and enhancing Tulsa’s sense of place.

TYPROS creates events, programs, groups and straight-up things to do in Tulsa. They strive to make Tulsa an awesome city for young professionals to live, work and play. Our city becomes a better place to live when interesting and interested people (i.e., you) connect with others. You make the greatness happen; they're just here to put the hold on your Google cal. Whether you want to grow your social circle, develop a professional skill set or join a project making a change in this city, TYPROS is your entry point.