Our Mission.

Rebbetzin Chave Hecht dedicated her life to one mission: ensuring that every Jewish child has the opportunity to grow, thrive, and experience the joy of Yiddishkeit.

For nearly eight decades, she shaped the landscape of Jewish education in America, teaching thousands of children, guiding families, and founding Camp Emunah, the first Chabad girls overnight camp.

Her warmth, strength, and unwavering belief in the potential of every child left an indelible mark on generations.

Today, we honor her legacy by continuing her life’s work.

A Legacy That Continues to Inspire

Rebbetzin Chave Hecht was known for her:

  • Tireless dedication to Jewish education

  • Personal care for every child she encountered

  • Leadership in building Camp Emunah into a global institution

  • Decades of service through the National Committee for the Furtherance of Jewish Education

  • Ability to uplift, encourage, and inspire with strength and grace

Keren Chave is more than a fund. It is a continuation of her life’s mission and a tribute to her extraordinary impact.

Rebbetzin Hecht accepting an award on behalf of her husband at a Machon Chana dinner in 1982.

Rebbetzin Hecht accepting an award on behalf of her husband at a Machon Chana dinner in 1982.

In 1962, Rebbetzin Hecht spoke at a fundraiser for Colony of Hope at Gracie Mansion during the tenure of Mayor Robert Wagner.

In 1962, Rebbetzin Hecht spoke at a fundraiser for Colony of Hope at Gracie Mansion during the tenure of Mayor Robert Wagner.

Rebbetzin Chave Hecht and Rabbi J.J. Hecht receive a dollar and a blessing from the Rebbe before a trip to South Africa in 1989.

Rebbetzin Chave Hecht and Rabbi J.J. Hecht receive a dollar and a blessing from the Rebbe before a trip to South Africa in 1989.

Rebbetzin Hecht admiring an award at a Camp Emunah Luncheon in the 1960s.

Rebbetzin Hecht admiring an award at a Camp Emunah Luncheon in the 1960s.

Distributing coins for charity at a children's rally in 770.

Distributing coins for charity at a children's rally in 770.

Rabbi and Rebbetzin Hecht with a group of children in front of the Miriam Zuckerberg Children's Home in the Colony of Hope that they founded.

Rabbi and Rebbetzin Hecht with a group of children in front of the Miriam Zuckerberg Children's Home in the Colony of Hope that they founded.

The Hechts at an official welcome in Ashdod, Israel. Rabbi Hecht is handing a check of funds collected in the U.S. to one of the heads of the city.

The Hechts at an official welcome in Ashdod, Israel. Rabbi Hecht is handing a check of funds collected in the U.S. to one of the heads of the city.

The Hechts at their wedding.

The Hechts at their wedding.

The Hechts at the engagement of their eldest son.

The Hechts at the engagement of their eldest son.

Rabbi and Rebbetzin Hecht at a party honoring their "Bar-Mitzvah" - 13 years of their service in Congregation Yeshiva Rabbi Meir Simcha HaKohen.

Rabbi and Rebbetzin Hecht at a party honoring their "Bar-Mitzvah" - 13 years of their service in Congregation Yeshiva Rabbi Meir Simcha HaKohen.

Rebbetzin Hecht and her great-granddaughter meet with President Barack Obama in the Oval Office.

Rebbetzin Hecht and her great-granddaughter meet with President Barack Obama in the Oval Office.