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Building peace and unity, one friendship at a time.
Om & Shalom brings together Hindu and Jewish neighbors to strengthen community bonds, create positive impact, and build bridges across other faith and cultural communities.
Who we are
A simple idea: when communities know each other, hate has less room to grow.
About Us
We believe relationships grow when we show up for one another, learning each other’s stories, and building a culture of respect that can withstand misunderstanding and division. We celebrate shared values such as seva, tikkun olam and care for the community. Through relationship-building, education, and shared action, we work to reduce prejudice, challenge stereotypes, and stand together against antisemitism, anti-Hindu hate, and all forms of bigotry.
See our initiativesWhat we do
How We Build Bridges
Small gatherings, shared learning, shared service—done repeatedly.
Grow understanding and reduce stereotypes
We host gatherings that offer intercultural and interfaith learning to build literacy, empathy, and stronger community bonds.
Stand together against hate
We support proactive, constructive responses to antisemitism, anti-Hindu hate, and all forms of bigotry through solidarity, education, and community partnerships.
Serve and strengthen the wider community
We collaborate on service and civic initiatives that improve local life and deepen connections across the faith and cultural landscape.
Initiatives
Experience Om & Shalom
A signature fellowship and joyful community celebrations—bringing Hindu and Jewish neighbors together throughout the year.
Signature Program
Om & Shalom Bridge-Builders Fellowship
An annual six-session fellowship bringing together Hindu and Jewish neighbors to explore faith, culture, history, traditions, and contemporary challenges including antisemitism and anti-Hindu hate, while building lasting relationships through dialogue and shared learning.
Community Events
Harmony Across Traditions
A joyful celebration of Hindu and Jewish music, culture, food, and shared traditions that fostered friendship and deeper intercultural understanding.
Welcoming Spring: A Holi & Passover Celebration
An interactive celebration exploring the traditions of Holi and Passover through storytelling, music, dance, shared learning, and the vibrant joy of playing with colors.
Interfaith Thanksgiving Service
In partnership with the Christian community, this 2025 interfaith Thanksgiving service brought diverse faith communities together in gratitude, reflection, prayer, and shared commitment to serving the common good.
Moments together
This is what it looks like
Gatherings, celebrations, and service shared by Hindu and Jewish neighbors—whether you’re attending, hosting, or partnering, there’s a simple way to join in.
Join the movement
Let’s build something together
Subscribe for gatherings, stories, and ways to get involved—or send a note to hello@omandshalom.org.