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EUROPEAN CENTER FOR JEWISH SOCIETIES INC
BROOKLYN, NY · EIN 464776798 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE X30 · Religion-Related · Small ($100K-$1M) · ecjs.org
revenue
$245K
expenses
$250K
net assets
$17K
employees
0
program ratio
100%
mission · from form 990

TO EDUCATE AND UNITE YOUNG MEMBERS OF THE JEWISH COMMUNITY THROUGH LECTURES AND CONTEMPORARY JEWISH ISSUES AND WIDE RANGE OF OTHER INNOVATIVE PROGRAMS DESIGNED TO PROMOTE COMMUNITY NETWORKING AND SELF DEVELOPMENT.

profile · synthesized from sources

The European Center for Jewish Students (ECJS) is a Brussels-based nonprofit serving Jewish students and young professionals across Europe. It organizes educational and cultural programs, including international trips, Shabbat and holiday events, lectures, and networking opportunities. The organization offers tiered membership and provides free mezuzahs to members without one.

named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

Exotic Trip Program
International travel programs to destinations such as Kenya, Cambodia, and India combining Jewish cultural experiences with tourism
Free Mezuzah Project
Provides free mezuzahs to members who do not have one in their home
Local Shabbat and Holiday Packages
Provides local support and programming for Shabbat and Jewish holidays in Brussels and other cities
Purim on the Rocks
Annual Purim celebration events held in various European cities with festive programming
activities · 6 groups

What they do

  • Cultural Exchange and Community Integration Events 1 activity
    • Co-organizes international Jewish student events with partner organizations
      Collaborates with JEP (and potentially other partners) to co-organize events for Jewish students in locations including Kenya, Cambodia, Sri Lanka, India, and various European cities, combining cultural, religious, and social programming.
  • Youth Safety and Protection Programs 1 activity
    • Conducts security screening for new members
      Performs security screening of all new applicants prior to granting associate member status to ensure community safety and integrity.
  • Membership Program Administration 1 activity
    • Offers membership tiers with differential access and benefits
      Provides associate, premium, and VIP membership levels with varying benefits, including full-price event registration for associates, 10% discounts on event tickets for premium members, and VIP perks such as free room upgrades and sponsor recognition certificates when available.
  • Jewish Holiday and Shabbat Community Events 1 activity
    • Organizes Jewish cultural and religious events across Europe and internationally
      Plans and hosts recurring events such as Purim celebrations, Shabbat meals, Chanukah gatherings, summer celebrations, and New Year events for Jewish students and young professionals in cities across Europe and beyond, including Amsterdam, Prague, Lisbon, Warsaw, and Marrakech. Events include cultural programming, religious observances, and social networking opportunities.
  • Kosher Meal Services 1 activity
    • Provides logistical and experiential support during events
      Offers Glatt Kosher meals, entertainment, guided city tours, organized transport, and access to hotel leisure facilities for participants attending ECJS events. Ensures a comprehensive experience through professional coordination and on-site services.
  • Jewish Religious Education and Outreach 1 activity
    • Provides religious and cultural support materials
      Distributes free mezuzahs to students who do not have one in their homes and supports Shabbat and holiday observance through package provision and Zoom classes, especially during periods of restricted in-person gatherings.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$245K
Contributions & grants$245K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$250K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$42K
Cash$42K
Investments$0
Liabilities$26K
Net assets$17K
Liquid reserves2.0 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -18.4%
relationships · 7

Who they work with

  • EJA Partner — Source through which individuals may learn about the European Center for Jewish Students.
  • JEP Partner — Collaborates with ECJS to organize international events for Jewish students
  • JEP Partner — Collaborates with JEP on international programs such as the Kenya 2026 trip.
  • JEP Kenya Partner — Co-organizes a program or event in 2026
  • Jewish community organization Partner — Jewish community organizations are contacted as references to verify financial need for participants requesting discounts
  • Rabbi Partner — Rabbis are contacted as references to verify financial need for participants requesting discounts
  • Swiss Jewish Community Partner — Source through which individuals may learn about the European Center for Jewish Students.
strategies · 2

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Community-Verified Financial Aid
    methodology: community-verified_financial_aid
    By using trusted communal or religious authorities to verify financial need, we increase equitable access to programs because community validation enhances both accuracy and dignity in aid distribution.
  • Holistic Jewish Engagement
    methodology: holistic_jewish_engagement
    By integrating educational, social, cultural, and networking programming, we foster deeper engagement among Jewish students and young professionals because multifaceted involvement strengthens personal and communal Jewish identity.