Our Why

Traditionally, there is a strategic focus on young adult single Jews between 20 – 30 years of age. Typically singles over age 45 are not funding pre-schools, Hebrew schools, or Jewish Day schools in the same manner younger individuals participate.

These same Jews are not yet ready to be solicited for legacy gifts by Jewish institutions. Therefore, from not fault of their own, synagogues or other Jewish organizations become less engaging for this population and connections diminish.

Without proactive outreach, among these singles, a sense of “aging out of Jewish life” tends to be a strong sentiment.

With feelings of isolation and loneliness rising from those in their second half of life, communal connectedness to Jewish life needs to be reshaped. 

Currently, older Jewish singles are more prone to choose a non-Jewish friendships and dating relationships to overcome their isolation and loneliness. To confront this phenomenon, The Luz Houses builds reentry points on several levels.

Later years of single adulthood are as important as the younger years. Jewish singles who can reengage in Jewish life and community are more likely to set examples for their children and grandchildren. Same religion friendships, dating, and first, second, or third marriages within the religion absolutely strengthen the Jewish community’s position.

As one ages, either single by choice or unforeseen circumstances, an individual’s Jewish future depends on a sense of belonging. The Luz House supports these singles with an outlet to connect to their culture and others living similarly.