Inaugural Launch — Cheshvon 5787

A Kolel built for
retirees and seniors

Kolel Tiferes Z'keinim Levi Yitzchok

Inspired by the Rebbe's vision, this initiative gives communities a practical framework for engaging Torah learning through guided chavrusa study — designed especially for retirees and seniors, and open to anyone who can benefit from this style of learning.

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The Opportunity

Why Start a Kolel Tiferes Z'keinim Levi Yitzchok

Inspired by the Rebbe's Vision

Helping retirees and seniors strengthen Torah learning during one of life's greatest opportunities for personal growth.

Flexible Learning Modules

A structured Torah learning experience that combines guided chavrusa learning with shared discussion and discovery.

Built for Every Community

Whether your community has 5 participants or 50, the model is designed to be flexible and sustainable.

A Different Kind of Learning

The learner sits at the center, not the speaker

Participants learn in guided chavrusas using professionally prepared booklets that encourage discussion, exploration, and meaningful Torah conversation.

Most Programs

Revolve around a speaker.

One person teaches, everyone else listens. Engagement depends on the speaker, and participation stays passive.

This Kolel

Revolves around the learner.

Every participant learns b'chavrusa, guided by a prepared booklet built to spark discussion, exploration, and genuine Torah conversation between partners.

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The Launch Kit

Everything You Need to Launch

A complete framework, prepared so your community can begin with confidence.

Learning Plan

Professionally prepared guided learning booklets.

Marketing Toolkit

Flyers, graphics, and promotional materials.

Launch Guide

Simple implementation resources.

Ongoing Support

Continued guidance and future learning units.

The Vision

What we're building toward

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

The initiative was developed especially with seniors in mind, inspired by the Rebbe's vision for this unique stage of life. At the same time, the guided chavrusa model is flexible and can be adapted by communities in ways that best serve their participants.
No. The program is centered around guided chavrusa learning. Participants actively engage with the material, discuss ideas together, and become partners in the learning process rather than simply listening to a lecture.
Not at all. The guided format is designed to make meaningful Torah learning approachable for participants with a wide range of backgrounds and experience.
No. Some successful programs may begin with twenty participants. Others may begin with just two. Success is measured by consistency and meaningful engagement, not by numbers.
Participating Chabad Houses receive professionally prepared learning materials, recruitment resources, promotional materials, implementation guidance, and ongoing support as the initiative develops.

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Bring Kollel Tiferes Zkeinim to your community

We're inviting Chabad Houses to become part of the launch of Kolel Tiferes Z'keinim Levi Yitzchok. If you're looking to establish a meaningful, engaging Torah learning program for retirees and seniors in your community, we'd love to hear from you.

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