About Us

A Regional Center for Jewish Life

For close to four decades, Chabad has been at the heart of Jewish life across Monmouth and Ocean Counties—building community, nurturing Jewish identity, and creating meaningful touchpoints for families and individuals of every background.

Now, with the acquisition of a 5+ acre campus and a 60,000 square foot facility at 200 Route 9 in Manalapan, the next chapter begins. This campus consolidates years of growth into one central hub—strengthening the foundation for the programs, leadership, and infrastructure that have already become pillars of Jewish life in the region.

Mission Statement

Midstate exists to ignite and expand Jewish life across the region by delivering impactful programs, meaningful connections, and sustainable community infrastructure.

Through well-established camps, inclusive Friendship Circle programming, vibrant holiday campaigns, strong donor partnerships, and unwavering support for Shluchim, Midstate ensures that Jewish identity is nurtured and strengthened at every stage of life.

Vision Statement

Midstate envisions a thriving and unified Jewish community where every Jew feels a sense of belonging, purpose, and opportunity for growth.

By continuing to invest in flagship programs, expanding resources for Shluchim, opening new Chabad Houses and Jewish community centers, and deepening Chinuch opportunities, Midstate is building a sustainable ecosystem that will transform the landscape of Jewish life in the Midstate region.

Central Chabad Office

At the core of the new campus is the Central Chabad Office, created to serve as the backbone for regional growth. The office is dedicated to:

Empowering Shluchim and Shluchos with resources, guidance, and shared infrastructure.
Coordinating programs to ensure consistency, reach, and efficiency across the counties.
Driving long-term strategy to sustain and expand the reach of Jewish life in Midstate.
Expanding Chabad Houses and Shluchim to new neighborhoods and communities where demand for Jewish life continues to grow.
Strengthening Chinuch opportunities for all Jewish demographics.
Continuing to support our established programs:
- Friendship Circle – providing inclusive programming and lasting friendships for children, teens, and adults.
- Camp Gan Israel – a vibrant, values-driven summer experience that has shaped thousands of Jewish childhoods.
- Holiday Campaigns & Community Events – uniting families and neighborhoods through meaningful celebration.

Led by Rabbi Mendel Chazanow, the Central Office brings a spirit of professionalism and collaboration that will help elevate the incredible work already taking place throughout the region.