Welcome to Chabad of San Leandro! Established in 2019, we are a center for Jewish life and learning in the heart of San Leandro, CA. Under the dedicated leadership of Rabbi Shmaya Shusterman and his wife Sheina, Chabad of San Leandro has been a beacon of light, providing a warm and welcoming environment for Jews of all backgrounds and levels of observance.
Our Mission
Our mission at Chabad of San Leandro is to create a vibrant and inclusive Jewish community. We aim to provide a home where every Jew feels welcome, where tradition meets contemporary life, and where everyone can explore their heritage in a meaningful and joyous manner. We strive to enhance Jewish identity, continuity, and culture through education, spiritual growth, and social services.
Our Services
Chabad of San Leandro offers a broad range of services to meet the diverse needs of our community. Our Adult Education programs provide engaging and dynamic classes on Jewish thought, law, and mysticism, catering to all levels of knowledge and interest. The Synagogue is at the heart of our community, offering regular prayer services, holiday celebrations, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere for worship.
We are proud to offer a variety of youth services. Our After School Programs and Preschool provide a nurturing environment for children to learn and grow, while the Teen Club and Children's Club offer fun and educational activities that help young people develop a strong Jewish identity. We also run a Senior Club & Study, ensuring that older members of our community remain engaged and connected.
Women in our community are supported through N'Shei Chabad, which offers study groups, social events, and various programs tailored to women’s interests. Our Bar/Bat Mitzvah Instruction and Bat Mitzvah Club help young adults prepare for and celebrate these important milestones. Additionally, our Torah Phone and Torah Fax services offer convenient ways for anyone to study and stay connected to Jewish learning.
We place a strong emphasis on holiday awareness and communal engagement through our Holiday Awareness Programs and Communal Lectures. Programs like Mommy and Me provide a space for mothers and their young children to learn and bond together. One-on-One Study and Senior Care are also available to ensure personalized attention and support for individual needs.
We cater to dietary needs with our Kosher Meal Plan, and our Jewish Learning Institute offers in-depth courses on a variety of Jewish topics. Hands-on Holiday Programming, Religious Instruction for P.S. Students, and Kitchen Koshering are among our many efforts to ensure everyone in our community can observe Jewish customs and traditions with ease. Circumcision, Mitzvah Tank, and various chaplaincy services (Hospital, Prison, and Military) are provided to meet our community’s spiritual needs wherever they are located.
Our programming includes Regular Classes and informal programs such as Marriage Prep, Funeral Services, Mezuzah Loans/Service, and Shabbat/Holiday Hospitality. We also host life-cycle events like Weddings and offer clubs for specific groups such as our Men's Club and Bar Mitzvah Club. Our Guest Accommodations ensure that visitors to our community feel at home.
About Chabad-Lubavitch
Chabad of San Leandro is a proud branch of the worldwide Chabad-Lubavitch movement. Guided by the teachings of the Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson, of righteous memory, recognized as the most influential rabbi in modern history, Chabad is renowned for its outreach and educational activities. The movement boasts a presence in all 50 states and over 100 countries, with more than 5,000 Chabad emissaries serving communities around the globe. Chabad-Lubavitch is committed to spreading Jewish knowledge, practice, and values, fostering environments of learning and growth for Jews everywhere.
We invite you to join us at Chabad of San Leandro. Whether you're looking to deepen your Jewish knowledge, connect with the community, or seek spiritual guidance, our doors are always open. Contact us at 510-736-2311 or visit us at 1367 Breckenridge Street, San Leandro, CA. We look forward to welcoming you!