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Plaza Jewish Community Chapel

630 Amsterdam Ave, New York, New York, 10024

(212) 769-4400 · plazajewishcommunitychapel.org

Non-Profit

501(c)(3) community-owned not-for-profit

●Independent record, compiled from the funeral home's public materials — not yet confirmed by the funeral home. Correct a fact

About Plaza Jewish Community Chapel

Plaza Jewish Community Chapel is a not-for-profit funeral chapel owned and operated by the Jewish community in New York. Governed by an unpaid Board of Directors of clergy, social service executives, and community leaders, the chapel provides Jewish funeral services and community outreach including bereavement support and educational programs.

May be relevant for: Families looking for a community-owned, non-profit Jewish funeral chapel that offers transparent pricing and extensive bereavement support.

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Jewish services at Plaza Jewish Community Chapel

Documented from their website. Not independently verified.

Tahara From website · Apr 2026▼
Mentions tahara as a respectful and eco-conscious process of washing and dressing the body.
Tachrichim From website · Apr 2026▼
Bodies are dressed in simple, fully biodegradable burial garments typically made of linen or cotton.
Kosher Caskets From website · Apr 2026▼
Offers kosher caskets that are fully biodegradable, crafted from fast-growing materials like pine without metal or toxic finishes.
Chapel On-Site From website · Apr 2026▼
Offers funeral services within their chapel or at synagogues.
Green / Natural Burial From website · Apr 2026▼
Provides comprehensive green burial services without embalming, using biodegradable garments, bamboo/wicker caskets, or shrouds in certified conservation cemeteries.
Pre-Planning From website · Apr 2026▼
Offers formal pre-paid contracts subject to New York State law, with funds held in trust.
Shiva Support From website · Apr 2026▼
Provides resources on etiquette and customs, including shiva.
Not found on their website — worth asking about
Shomer / ShemiraLivestreamIsrael Transport

Hours, availability and how they work

Practical details from the funeral home's public materials, April 2026.

Not-for-profit, 501(c)(3) organization owned and operated by the Jewish community.
Per funeral home website
Governed by unpaid Board of Directors including clergy, social service executives, and community lay leaders.
Per funeral home website
Offers ADA Braille Compliant materials including Kaddish cards and price lists.
Per funeral home website
Provides bereavement conferences and educational podcasts.
Per funeral home website
Offers green burials.
Per funeral home website
Additional claims from the funeral home
Described as the first and only funeral chapel in New York owned and operated by the Jewish Community as a non-profit service.
The chapel emphasizes providing sacred service over profit.

Where it is, and the cemeteries they serve

Cemeteries they work with · per their website
Baron Hirsch CemeteryView record
Staten Island · 14 mi
Montefiore CemeteryView record
Springfield Gardens · 9 mi
Beth Abraham Cemetery
Sharon Gardens Cemetery
Mount Hebron CemeteryView record
Flushing · 6 mi
Mount CarmelView record
Glendale · 2 mi

Questions to ask Plaza Jewish Community Chapel

Not answered in their public materials — worth asking directly — (212) 769-4400.

From the Funeral Home

The funeral home has not added a statement, photos, denominational details, language information, Shabbat policy, or pricing transparency to this listing. These details are available directly from the funeral home and may be added here if the listing is claimed.

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