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AMERICAN FRIENDS OF BEIT OROT INC

HEWLETT, NY · EIN 113150429 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE X113 · Religion-Related · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.beitorot.org
revenue
$198K
expenses
$166K
net assets
$86K
employees
0
program ratio
100%
mission · from form 990

TO INCREASE, FOSTER & ADVANCE THE UNDERSTANDING OF JEWISH PRINCIPALS, IDEALS & TRADITIONS. TO STIMULATE INTEREST & FOSTER THE EDUCATIONAL AND RELIGIOUS DEVELOPMENT OF YOUNG JEWISH MEN & WOMEN.

profile · synthesized from sources

American Friends of Beit Orot supports Jewish education, cultural events, and advocacy initiatives in Jerusalem, Israel. The organization focuses on strengthening Jewish identity and heritage through programs at Mitspe Hamasuot, a site on the Mount of Olives Ridge. Its activities center on the preservation of Jewish historical and spiritual legacy in Jerusalem.

named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

Advocacy Initiatives
Works to protect and preserve the religious and historical significance of Jerusalem, advocating for Jewish community rights and religious freedom.
Cultural Events
Hosts music festivals, art exhibitions, and traditional holiday gatherings that celebrate Jewish heritage in Jerusalem.
Educational Programs
Provides meaningful learning experiences for people of all ages focused on Jewish heritage, history, and values at Mitspe Hamasuot in Jerusalem.
Temple Mount Sifting Archaeological Project
Supports the archaeological sifting project at the Mitspe Hamasuot Visitor Center, recovering artifacts from the Temple Mount area.
activities · 6 groups

What they do

  • Israel and Jewish Heritage Educational Travel 1 activity
    • Advocates for religious freedom and Jerusalem’s historical significance
      Conducts advocacy initiatives aimed at protecting the religious and historical integrity of Jerusalem, with a focus on promoting Jewish religious freedom and heritage rights.
  • Archaeological and Cultural Conservation 1 activity
    • Operates visitor center and archaeological project at Mitspe Hamasuot
      Manages a visitor center in Jerusalem that hosts the Temple Mount Sifting Archaeological Project, engaging the public in the study and preservation of archaeological materials from the Temple Mount.
  • Jewish Holiday and Shabbat Community Events 1 activity
    • Organizes cultural events celebrating Jewish heritage
      Hosts music festivals, art exhibitions, and traditional holiday gatherings that engage communities in the living expression of Jewish culture and religious life in Jerusalem.
  • Structured Jewish Text Study Programs 1 activity
    • Provides educational programs on Jewish heritage and values
      Offers structured learning opportunities for people of all ages focused on Jewish history, traditions, and ethical teachings, promoting continuity of cultural and religious identity.
  • Jewish Textual and Educational Publishing 1 activity
    • Uses visual media to promote Jewish traditions in Jerusalem
      Develops and shares visual content to advance Jewish ideals, principles, and customs, enhancing public awareness and engagement with Jewish life in Israel.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Preserves Jewish heritage in the Beit Orot area
      Supports activities in the Beit Orot neighborhood of Jerusalem to maintain and protect the historic and spiritual legacy of Jewish presence in the city.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$198K
Contributions & grants$198K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$166K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$102K
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$86K
Cash$49K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$86K
Liquid reserves3.5 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -20.9%
relationships · 1

Who they work with

  • Temple Mount Sifting Archaeological Project Partner — Hosts the project at the Mitspe Hamasuot Visitor Center in Jerusalem.
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-Integrated Jewish Presence
    methodology: heritage_preservation_and_community_engagement
    By supporting community activities in the Beit Orot area, we create a vibrant Jewish presence in Jerusalem, because sustained communal engagement strengthens the connection between the global Jewish people and their ancestral homeland, inspiring long-term commitment and continuity.
  • Education for Heritage Continuity
    methodology: education-for-heritage-continuity
    By providing Jewish education and cultural programming, we strengthen Jewish identity and engagement, because this fosters a sense of belonging and ensures the intergenerational continuity of Jewish heritage in Jerusalem.