irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $132KEnabled effective security and safety support for the protection of weekly services at 400+ institutions. Enabled effective security and safety support for the protection of 100+ special events.
- #2 $113KReported and responded to 125+ incidents in coordination with communal partners and/or law enforcement.
named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
CSS Academy
Advanced, multi-day leadership training course that certifies volunteers to lead security planning, training, and emergency response in their communities
CSS ROAM
Volunteer teams that provide free protection for Jewish events and ensure safe community gatherings
Entry Point
Entry-level situational awareness training program for community members to help keep Jewish institutions safe
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Community Safety Patrols & Security Support 3 activities
- Incident Reporting and Threat Monitoring SystemOperates a centralized incident reporting system to detect, document, and respond to security threats against the Jewish community, enabling timely intervention and prevention of further compromise.
- Security Data Analysis and Pattern IdentificationAnalyzes data from reported incidents to generate insights, identify emerging patterns, and inform community-wide risk assessments and protective strategies.
- Training and Deployment of Volunteer Security TeamsTrains and deploys volunteer security teams—including ROAM teams and synagogue-based units—to provide physical protection at synagogues and Jewish community events. These teams conduct perimeter protection, counter-surveillance, and on-site security coverage, with over 6,100 volunteers deployed in 2025 and more than 300,000 guard hours completed.
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Self-Defense Training Programs 2 activities
- Krav Maga and Leadership Development ProgramConducts immersive Krav Maga training cohorts that combine physical self-defense instruction with discussions on Jewish identity and leadership development, serving an average of 20 students per cohort and reporting increased feelings of safety and preparedness among participants.
- Security Training Programs for Jewish Community MembersProvides a range of security training programs, from one-hour online sessions to multi-session interactive courses, covering situational awareness, threat recognition, de-escalation, and security fundamentals for Jewish congregants and community members. Tailored programs include Entry Point for beginners and identity-affirming training for college students.
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Professional Certification and Continuing Education 1 activity
- Professional-Level Security Training and CertificationOffers professional-level security training and certification programs for volunteers, including advanced curricula through the CSS Advanced Academy and leadership development via the CSS Academy, which has graduated 10 classes and certified over 150 participants in security planning and training roles since 2025.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Partnerships with Jewish Institutions and Law EnforcementCollaborates with Orthodox, Conservative, and Reform synagogues, other Jewish organizations, and local law enforcement agencies to coordinate security protocols, training, and incident response across regions.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$2.99M
Contributions & grants$2.92M98%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$71K2%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$3.91M
Program expenses74%
Admin / overhead13%
Fundraising13%
Salaries & benefits$2.50M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$3.42M
Cash$1.93M
Investments$0
Liabilities$741K
Net assets$2.68M
Liquid reserves5.9 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +8.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 8
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richard Priem | CEO | 40 | $364K |
| Beth Katznelson | Director of Delvelopment | 40 | $163K |
| Charles Berkowitz | Senior Director of Law Enf | 40 | $159K |
| Melina Rozenbaum | Chief of Staff | 40 | $147K |
| Aubrey Harris | Director of Western States | 40 | $143K |
| Hannah Iberkleid | Director of Southern State | 40 | $140K |
| Elad Amar | Senior Director of Security | 40 | $137K |
| Eleanor Skolnik | Dir of HR & Finance | 40 | $132K |
board members · 14
- Adam Sager — Board Member and Co-Founder
- Barak Klarfeld — Board Member
- Carly Maisel — Board Member
- Dan Sommer — Vice Chair and Secretary
- David Dabscheck — Board Member and Co-Founder
- David Gellman — Board Member
- Deena Seelenfreund — Board Member
- Don Aviv — Board Member
- Edward Sugar — Chair
- Gregorio Schneider — Board Member
- Ivan Ross — Treasurer
- Merryl Tisch — Board Member
- Steven Hughes — Board Member
- Steven Price — Board Member
relationships · 14
Who they work with
- FBI Government — Former senior executive from FBI serves as Senior Vice President of Operations at CSS.
- JFNA Network — Recognizes CSS as a vital partner with a network of trained volunteers ready to ensure community safety.
- Jewish Federation of Northern New Jersey Partner — Partners with CSS to support the volunteer-based security model as part of a holistic community security architecture.
- Jewish War Veterans of the USA Partner — Recognizes shared commitment to service and community protection; partner in promoting Jewish community security across generations.
- LAPD Partner — Collaborates with CSS to enhance community security; law enforcement works hand in hand with CSS volunteers.
- LAPD Partner — Collaborates with CSS to support community safety through joint efforts between law enforcement and community volunteers.
- NYPD Partner — Coordinates with CSS to increase patrols at sensitive sites and maintain contact with local law enforcement.
- National Jewish Advocacy Center Partner — Partners with CSS to provide legal resources that support safe, effective, and uninterrupted operations.
- State Police Partner — Collaborates with CSS to increase patrols at sensitive sites across New York.
- UJA-JCRC Community Security Initiative Partner — Maintains a close working relationship with CSS to enhance the security of Jewish institutions through empowered community volunteers.
- campus organizations Partner — Delivers training programs in partnership with campus organizations.
- law enforcement Partner — Collaborates and works side by side with law enforcement to enhance community security.
- local law enforcement Partner — Collaborates with local law enforcement agencies in regions where Jewish institutions are located.
- local law enforcement agencies Partner — Partners with local law enforcement agencies in regions where CSS operates.
strategies · 3
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-Led Security Modelmethodology: community_led_securityBy training and empowering Jewish community members to take collective responsibility for security, we produce more effective protection of Jewish institutions because local, trusted individuals are best positioned to detect and prevent threats through sustained situational awareness and rapid response.
- Integrated Welcoming and Security Posturemethodology: welcoming_security_integrationBy training frontline community members (e.g., ushers and greeters) to balance hospitality with threat detection, institutions maintain an open and welcoming environment while enhancing security because visible, trained personnel deter threats and enable early intervention.
- Proactive Threat Prevention Through Expert-Developed Methodologymethodology: proactive_threat_preventionBy applying a standardized, expert-informed security methodology, communities can identify and prevent antisemitic threats before they occur because the approach integrates intelligence, surveillance detection, and emergency planning into a unified, preventative framework.