irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $648KCOMMUNICATIONS WITH ALLIED ORGANIZATIONS TO PROMOTE THE ORGANIZATION'S MISSION.
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Candidate Briefings and Recommendations
Nonpartisan vetting and guidance on state and local primary candidates based on issues important to the Jewish community.
Civic Skills Trainings and Workshops
Programs that teach members how local government works, how to engage elected officials, and how to volunteer effectively in campaigns.
Data-Driven Polling and Research
Ongoing polling on voter priorities, antisemitism, and civic engagement to inform strategy and provide members with insights.
Voter Registration and Turnout
Initiatives to increase participation among Jewish New Yorkers in elections, including distribution of voter guides and ballot information.
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Civic Engagement and Voter Mobilization 3 activities
- Conducts data-driven public opinion polling on civic issues and antisemitismCarries out ongoing, mixed-mode surveys of registered Jewish voters in New York City to assess priorities on economy, affordability, public safety, political leadership, and experiences with antisemitism; integrates findings into comprehensive reports for policymakers and community leaders. A 2024 survey included 800 respondents using live phone interviews and text-to-web methods.
- Produces nonpartisan voter education materials and candidate guidanceCreates and distributes candidate-specific voter guides, strategic briefings, and the Primary Voter & Volunteer Guide—a nonpartisan resource explaining ballot content, voting procedures, and engagement opportunities—tailored to Jewish New Yorkers ahead of state and local elections.
- Runs voter registration and civic engagement outreach programsImplements voter registration and turnout initiatives targeting Jewish communities across New York, using community-based outreach to increase civic participation and build responsive civic networks.
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Political Leadership Training for Underrepresented Groups 1 activity
- Builds civic skills and leadership capacity among Jewish New YorkersOffers trainings, workshops, and briefings to strengthen members’ abilities in civic participation, including understanding community boards, engaging elected officials, volunteering in campaigns, and assuming leadership roles; supports capacity through community gatherings and skill-building events.
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Israel and Jewish Heritage Educational Travel 1 activity
- Hosts civic convenings to strengthen community networksOrganizes events and gatherings that foster connection and collaboration among Jewish New Yorkers engaged in civic life, building a supportive citywide network for sustained civic involvement.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$2.41M
Contributions & grants$2.39M99%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$14K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$1.83M
Program expenses68%
Admin / overhead22%
Fundraising10%
Salaries & benefits$275K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$756K
Cash$756K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$756K
Liquid reserves5.0 mo
3 years on record · 2021–2024 · YoY revenue +185.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 7
- ADEENA ROSEN — DIRECTOR (TREAS. AS OF 02/25)
- ALICE TISCH — DIRECTOR
- BRIAN COOPER — DIRECTOR
- GARY GINSBERG — PRESIDENT & DIRECTOR
- HAL FETNER — DIRECTOR
- SUSAN BLOCK CASDIN — DIRECTOR
- TOM TISCH — DIRECTOR
relationships · 6
Who they work with
- Allied organizations Partner — Collaborates with allied organizations through communications to advance shared mission goals.
- Black, Latino, and Asian American partners Partner — Collaborates with Black, Latino, and Asian American communities on shared civic goals for a safe, affordable, and democratic New York.
- Catalist Partner — Provider of voter file data used to contact survey respondents.
- GQR Partner — Partner research firm that conducted the survey on behalf of NEW YORK SOLIDARITY NETWORK INC.
- Jewish New Yorkers Network — Core constituency and membership base organized to build a unified civic voice.
- New York Solidarity Network Network — Self-referential network membership structure for Jewish civic engagement.
strategies · 5
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.
- Coalition-Driven Civic Infrastructure 597 orgsmethodology: coalition-driven-civic-engagementBy building coalitions with Black, Latino, and Asian American communities, the organization strengthens a multiracial democratic base in New York, because shared civic goals around safety, affordability, and democracy produce more durable political power than isolated advocacy.shared approach: Community-Led Systems Change →
- Civic Engagement Over Withdrawal 11 orgsmethodology: civic-engagement-over-withdrawalBy promoting public visibility and organized civic participation in response to antisemitism, the organization increases Jewish community influence and safety in public life, because engagement deters marginalization more effectively than retreat.shared approach: Intersectional Solidarity →
- Integrated Data for Holistic Advocacy 11 orgsmethodology: integrated-polling-analysisBy integrating polling data on antisemitism with domestic policy concerns, the organization informs more effective advocacy strategies, because a holistic understanding of Jewish voters’ lived experiences leads to solutions that address both safety and quality of life.shared approach: Intersectional Solidarity →
- Civic Clarity Through Strategic Simplificationmethodology: civic_clarityBy simplifying complex local governance structures and policy issues, the organization increases civic participation, because reducing cognitive overload empowers individuals to take informed action even without prior political engagement.
- Primary Election Strategic Focusmethodology: primary-election-focusBy concentrating civic engagement efforts on primary elections, the organization maximizes influence over local decision-making, because primary outcomes in New York are decisive and less saturated with partisanship, enabling cross-ideological Jewish participation.