named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Coalition Coordination
Serves as the central body uniting 50 national Jewish organizations to present a unified stance on critical national and international matters
Policy Advocacy and Government Engagement
Coordinates advocacy efforts with U.S. and Israeli government leaders on issues including Iran’s nuclear program, Israel’s security, and combating antisemitism
Public Diplomacy and Media Engagement
Issues public statements, op-eds, and media responses to shape public discourse on Israel and Jewish communal issues
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Israel and Jewish Heritage Educational Travel 6 activities
- Advocacy for Israel's security and U.S.-Israel relationsAdvances the U.S.-Israel special relationship through high-level engagement with U.S. and world leaders, opinion leaders, and the public, focusing on Israel’s security, prosperity, and regional peace. Includes public statements, policy advocacy, and diplomatic efforts to strengthen bilateral ties and counter threats to Israel’s legitimacy.
- Advocacy for Jewish American Heritage MonthPlayed a key role in bipartisan legislative advocacy leading to the official recognition of Jewish American Heritage Month, formally recognized by President George W. Bush in 2006.
- Coordination of national Jewish organizationsServes as a central unifying body representing 50 diverse national Jewish organizations on national and international issues, facilitating collective action on shared priorities including Israel advocacy and communal security.
- Countering antisemitism and defending Jewish communitiesWorks to combat antisemitism globally, protect American Jewish institutions, and support endangered Jewish communities. Engages in advocacy, public education, and security coordination to address rising hatred and bigotry.
- International advocacy at multilateral institutionsAdvocates at the United Nations and other international forums to counter anti-Israel bias, oppose delegitimization efforts, and build global support for Israel. Includes calls for rejection of biased reports and promotion of balanced discourse on Israel.
- Support for institutional safety legislationAdvocated for Intro 175 and similar legislative efforts requiring coordinated safety plans around schools and learning institutions to enhance protection amid rising threats to Jewish and other community institutions.
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Interfaith Dialogue & Peacebuilding 1 activity
- Coalition-building and intergroup cooperationBuilds coalitions with diverse ethnic, religious, civic, and societal groups in the U.S. to advance shared interests, promote human rights, and foster diplomatic ties with Arab and Muslim countries as part of broader advocacy goals.
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Nuclear Disarmament Advocacy & Research 1 activity
- Engagement on Iran’s nuclear program and regional threatsMonitors U.S.-Iran negotiations and the implementation of agreements, engages policymakers and experts, and advocates for robust verification, enforcement, and accountability regarding Iran’s nuclear ambitions, missile programs, and support for terrorist proxies.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Support for Middle East peace and diplomatic agreementsWelcomes and promotes diplomatic initiatives such as the Israel-Lebanon Framework Agreement, calling for full implementation including the dismantling of Hezbollah and prevention of Iranian rearmament in Lebanon.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.65M
Contributions & grants$1.34M82%
Program service revenue$218K13%
Investment income$85K5%
Other revenue$709
expenses
Total expenses$2.14M
Program expenses67%
Admin / overhead22%
Fundraising10%
Salaries & benefits$1.10M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$3.35M
Cash$217K
Investments$3.02M
Liabilities$639K
Net assets$2.71M
Liquid reserves18.1 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -8.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| WILLIAM C DAROFF | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | 40 | $559K |
| STEPHANIE HAUSNER | CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER | 40 | $301K |
| RACHEL BINDER | MANAGING DIR. FINANCE & OP | 35 | $156K |
board members · 6
- BETSY BERNS KORN — CHAIR-ELECT
- EVELYN SOMMER — DIRECTOR
- HARRIET SCHLEIFER — CHAIR (THROUGH 3/31/25)
- MARLENE POST — DIRECTOR
- RABBI JOEL MEYERS — DIRECTOR
- STEPHEN GREENBERG — DIRECTOR
relationships · 44
Who they work with
- 92nd Street Y Partner — Matthew Bronfman previously served as President and Chair of the 92nd Street Y.
- ADL New York/New Jersey Partner — Jointly issued a public statement on municipal legislation affecting school safety.
- AJC New York Partner — Jointly issued a public statement on municipal legislation affecting school safety.
- Abraham H. "Abe" Foxman Partner — Longtime collaborator who worked closely with the Conference of Presidents on combating antisemitism and advancing U.S.-Israel relations.
- American Jewish Committee Partner — Former National President, Chair of Board of Governors, and Chair of Project Interchange at AJC.
- American Jewish Committee Partner — Matthew Bronfman serves on the Board of Governors of the American Jewish Committee and previously chaired its Board of Trustees.
- Arab and Muslim countries Partner — Works to build diplomatic ties and foster relations with Arab and Muslim countries.
- Bet Torah Synagogue Partner — Former President.
- Chapel Haven Schleifer Center Partner — Member of the Executive Committee.
- Civil Commission on October 7 Crimes by Hamas against Women and Children Partner — Referenced the Commission's report “Silenced No More” in a public statement to contrast verified evidence of Hamas atrocities with unverified allegations against Israel.
- Claims Conference Partner — Matthew Bronfman serves on the Board of the Claims Conference and chairs its Audit Committee.
- Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz Partner — Collaborated with Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz on efforts to formally recognize Jewish American Heritage Month.
- Cornell University Partner — Trustee.
- HIAS Partner — Board member and former Chair of HIAS, a global Jewish nonprofit protecting refugees.
- Hillel International Partner — Matthew Bronfman, Chair-elect of the Conference of Presidents, chairs the Board of Governors of Hillel International.
- Israel Government — Consults closely with Israeli leaders and emphasizes the importance of preserving Israel’s freedom of action in response to regional threats.
- Israel Government — Negotiated the Israel-Lebanon Framework Agreement, with its ambassador and military actions acknowledged by the Conference of Presidents.
- JBS TV Partner — Former Board Member.
- JCRC-NY Partner — Jointly issued a public statement on municipal legislation affecting school safety.
- Lebanon Government — Party to the Israel-Lebanon Framework Agreement, with its sovereignty and ambassador recognized by the Conference of Presidents.
- Limmud FSU Partner — Matthew Bronfman chairs the International Steering Committee of Limmud FSU, which engages Russian-speaking Jewish communities worldwide.
- New York Board of Rabbis Partner — Jointly issued a public statement on municipal legislation affecting school safety.
- Orthodox Union Partner — Jointly issued a public statement on municipal legislation affecting school safety.
- Plaza Jewish Community Chapel Partner — Former Board Member.
- President Trump Government — Engages with U.S. presidential leadership on foreign policy matters related to Iran.
- Richard Rosenthal JCC Partner — Former 1st Vice President.
- Senator Arlen Specter Partner — Worked closely with Senator Arlen Specter to advance bipartisan recognition of Jewish American Heritage Month.
- StandWithUs Partner — Jointly issued a public statement on municipal legislation affecting school safety.
- Teach NYS Partner — Jointly issued a public statement on municipal legislation affecting school safety.
- The Jewish Museum in New York Partner — Former Secretary of the Board of Trustees.
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strategies · 4
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.
- Collective Advocacy Through Unified Jewish Representationmethodology: collective action forumBy convening diverse Jewish organizations into a single coordinated forum, the Conference of Presidents amplifies advocacy impact on issues like Israel and communal security, because unified representation increases political influence and strategic coherence despite internal diversity.
- Countering Antisemitism Through Narrative Interventionmethodology: countering-historical-antisemitic-narrativesBy challenging media and international narratives that echo historical antisemitic tropes or delegitimize Jewish self-defense, the organization reduces contemporary antisemitism because such narratives fuel hostility and erode public support for Jewish communities and Israel.
- Security Through Regional Strategic Integrationmethodology: comprehensive-regional-securityBy linking nuclear nonproliferation, counterterrorism, missile defense, and regional alliances into a single security framework, the organization advances U.S. and Israeli safety because integrated policies create deterrence and resilience more effectively than isolated measures.
- Unity Without Unanimity as Organizational Foundationmethodology: unity_without_unanimityBy operating on the principle of unity without unanimity, the organization sustains collective action across a diverse Jewish community because shared fate and responsibility enable cooperation even amid deep ideological differences, preserving cohesion without requiring consensus.