Maayanot is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization with a mission to reclaim and renew the ancient Jewish ritual of mikveh immersion. We will build a sacred space that provides a welcoming and meaningful way for all Jews, and those choosing Judaism, to mark life transitions. Our Board of Directors is comprised of volunteer leaders representing the diversity of the Minnesota Jewish community.

We are currently in discussions with Sholom Community Alliance about building Maayanot in a beautiful space on the first floor of the Sholom Home East on the Shaller Campus in St. Paul. We are excited for Maayanot to be co-located on a Jewish campus that is near a highway and accessible by public transportation. Read more about the site selection process.

Maayanot will be a certified kosher mikveh, but as an “open mikveh,” it will offer something unique. Maayanot will welcome participation across Jewish denominations, regardless of affiliation, and the entire spectrum of age, gender, sexual orientation, ability, and background. At Maayanot, the ritual of water immersion will sanctify life transitions of all kinds. Education programs and events will introduce the history and modern use of mikveh immersion to the broader community.

After a successful Seed Funding phase, including support from all of Minnesota's Conservative, Reform, Reconstructionist, and modern Orthodox congregational clergy, we are launching a campaign to build Maayanot and open our doors. A combination of immersion fees, memberships, and philanthropic support will fund ongoing operations. Employees will include an executive director and a director of ritual and education. We will cultivate robust volunteer support, including mikveh guides to help guests have the best possible immersion experiences.