Leivi Bartfield
Co-Founder and President
Guiding organizational strategy and building the partnerships that make this initiative possible.
About CK Academy
Est. 2023
Collective Kindness · Education arm · Prevention, not intervention
01Origin
CK Academy is the education arm of Collective Kindness. After helping 1000+ families in crisis since 2023, we built what we wished existed. A course that reaches couples before they need us.
02Belief
The highest level of charity is helping someone become self-sufficient.Maimonides
03Programs
The umbrella organization helping Jewish families navigate financial hardship with dignity.
collectivekindness.netFree consultations and debt guidance. No judgment, just a clear path forward.
kosherdebthelp.comStructured debt recovery with accountability, budgeting tools, and ongoing support.
therightbet.netSpecialized financial support and education for Chabad Shluchim families.
collectivekindness.net/shluchim-thrive04Our Method
The lessons first
Eight short video lessons on compound interest, budgeting for Jewish life, debt, and the major decisions. Watch together. Pause. Talk. Resume.
01 / We teach
05Leadership
Co-Founder and President
Guiding organizational strategy and building the partnerships that make this initiative possible.
Co-Founder and Executive Director
Former WSJ and Business Insider journalist. Leading the vision and day-to-day operations.
Client Coordinator
The first point of contact for individuals and families, ensuring every interaction is handled with care.
Client Coordinator
Supporting clients through intake and coordination, helping them navigate the path to the right resources.
06Guidance Counselors
Real conversations with people who know the community. Not crisis calls. Just someone to think things through with.
07Advisory Board
A1
Strategic Advisor
A2
Education Advisor
A3
Community Advisor
08Experts
Every piece of curriculum is reviewed by accountants, financial planners, social workers, and therapists who work with families every day.
80+
Experts helping families thrive
09Partnership
Partner with us to bring financial education to thousands of Jewish families. Whether you’re a foundation, educator, or individual donor, there’s a role for you.
10Begin
Eight short lessons. $100. Full refund if you finish and want it back.