Meet the Matchmaker: Rivka Yeker, Revolutionizing Jewish LGBTQIA+ Dating in Chicago

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Hailing from the Chicagoland area, Rivka Yeker currently resides in Edgewater and is the founder of creative agency Hooligan Creatives and media platform Hooligan Mag. Rivka began their journey into LGBTQIA+ matchmaking in February 2022 with a digital event that saw tremendous success. Rivka shares their passion for creating inclusive spaces where queer people can connect without cis-heteronormative expectations.

There’s no such thing as the perfect partner, but there are people who will do their best to love you in the way that you need, not just the way they want.”

Rivka Yeker

Rivka is thrilled to join forces with ChiTribe for the Jewish LGBTQIA+ speed dating and matchmaking event on May 11th, 2023 at Big Chicks. Rivka is joining the ChiTribe matchmaking team along with Talia Aloush – learn more about Talia! Having been involved in cultural organizing for leftist Jews in Chicago for nearly a decade, Rivka believes this is a fantastic opportunity to bring both communities together in a unique and meaningful way.


Relationship Insights from Rivka Yeker

For couples seeking long-lasting relationships, Rivka has two pieces of valuable advice:

  1. “Don’t put pressure on what the relationship should be; focus on what makes you feel safe and secure.”
  2. “Boundaries are the distance at which I can love you and me simultaneously.” – Prentis Hemphill

And for those searching for their perfect match, Rivka’s wisdom is simple yet profound: “There’s no such thing as the perfect partner, but there are people who will do their best to love you in the way that you need, not just the way they want.”


Get ready to experience Rivka Yeker’s unique approach to matchmaking at ChiTribe’s Jewish LGBTQIA+ speed dating event on May 4th, 2023. It’s time to revolutionize Jewish dating in Chicago! 🏳️‍🌈✡️🥰


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Rebecca Schwab

Rebecca Schwab

Rebecca creates best practices and executes marketing campaigns for Jewish organizations who are trying to reach the next generation of the Jewish community - specifically Millennials and Gen Z - through digital marketing, social media, online and in-person events.