irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2023
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $107KDISTRIBUTION OF BOTH FOOD PURCHASED AND FOOD DONATED FROM FOOD WAREHOUSE TO APPROXIMATELY 130 NEEDY FAMILIES ENCOMPASSING APPROXIMATELY 300 ADULTS AND CHILDREN COMBINED.
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Alfred Nevins Food Warehouse
Operates a large kosher food warehouse in South Baldwin that stocks and distributes perishable and non-perishable kosher food to clients in need; supplies are sourced from food drives and partner agencies.
Hatzilu Bar/Bat Mitzvah Project
Engages youth in mitzvah projects involving food drives, food delivery, education, and donations; participants organize food collections and deliver packages to clients.
Hatzilu Client Assistance Program
Provides monthly cash grants to qualifying Jewish families in Nassau County facing financial hardship, with emergency grants available for urgent needs such as rent, utilities, and medicine.
Pack It Up for Hatzilu
Annual initiative by Tikkun Alliance where volunteers assemble household supply packages for over 100 families, distributed alongside food deliveries.
Shomrim Society Passover Food Drive
Annual partnership with the Nassau County Shomrim Society to distribute kosher-for-Passover food items to clients in need.
activities · 10 groups
What they do
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Jewish Community Poverty Relief 2 activities
- Direct aid to Jews in need via community referralsProvides food, financial assistance, and emergency support to Jews in need based on referrals from Jewish community groups, ensuring culturally sensitive and targeted services.
- Monthly financial assistance for Jewish families in financial hardshipProvides modest monthly cash grants to Jewish families in Nassau County based on demonstrated financial need, with grant amounts tailored to individual circumstances such as illness, disabilities, or other serious life events.
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Holiday and Seasonal Essentials Distribution 1 activity
- Annual and holiday-specific food distribution eventsOrganizes annual Passover food distribution events, including the delivery of Kosher for Passover packages to 74 needy Jewish families, in partnership with the Shomrim Society. Coordinates joint holiday deliveries and special initiatives.
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Public Benefits Navigation and Enrollment 1 activity
- Client intake, needs assessment, and benefits referralConducts client intakes to assess need and provides food or financial assistance accordingly. Assists clients in accessing public benefits and offers psychosocial support and referrals through a volunteer social work program.
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Jewish Lifecycle-Integrated Service Projects 1 activity
- Community food drives and youth engagementOrganizes food drives, including through Bar/Bat Mitzvah participants, to collect nonperishable food items for the kosher food pantry. Engages youth in food collection, preparation, and delivery projects, recognizing their participation with certificates.
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Direct Financial Assistance to Individuals 1 activity
- Emergency financial assistance for critical needsIssues immediate emergency cash grants to clients facing imminent financial hardship—such as for rent, utilities, medicine, or home restoration after flooding—verified by a member of the Social Welfare Committee, prior to formal review. Also provides emergency financial aid for seasonal clothing and utility bills during medical crises.
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Charity Event Organization 1 activity
- Fundraising and awareness eventsOrganizes annual fundraising and awareness events, including a walkathon, to support ongoing operations and community outreach.
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Home-Delivered Meals for Seniors and Homebound 1 activity
- Home delivery of medically tailored foodSelects and delivers food packages tailored to individual dietary requirements, including gluten-free, diabetic-friendly, and low-sodium options, ensuring access for clients with health-related barriers to travel.
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Furniture and Household Essentials Provision 1 activity
- Household supply package distributionOrganizes and distributes household supply packages in collaboration with community partners such as TANS and the Sid Jacobson JCC, distributing over 100 packages annually alongside regular food deliveries.
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Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 1 activity
- Kosher food distribution to families in needDistributes kosher food at least once a month to approximately 130 families (over 325 individuals) in Nassau County through USDA and NYS TEFAP guidelines, using a large kosher food warehouse equipped with commercial refrigeration for perishable and non-perishable items. Delivers food directly to clients' homes via a volunteer network of over 40 members.
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Holocaust Survivor Support Services 1 activity
- Targeted support for Holocaust survivorsProvides financial and nutritional support specifically to Holocaust survivors in need, addressing both dietary and economic challenges.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$201K
Contributions & grants$200K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$1470%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$243K
Program expenses85%
Admin / overhead15%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$206K
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$81K
Cash$73K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$81K
Liquid reserves3.6 mo
3 years on record · 2021–2023 · YoY revenue +6.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
board members · 15
- ALAN LEVINE — PRESIDENT
- ARLYNE SKOLNIK — TRUSTEE
- DAVID SCHERR — EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBER
- DONA SCHWAB — EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBER
- HERB SKOLNIK — EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBER
- IVAN ZIEGLER — EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBER
- JOE SKLAR — EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBER
- JONATHAN WAGNER — TRUSTEE
- LAURA BARDASH — TRUSTEE
- LEONARD LERNER — TRUSTEE
- MARK GREENBERG — TRUSTEE
- RHONDA GREEN — EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
- SAM SEIFMAN — EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBER
- SHEA LERNER — VICE PRESIDENT
- STEWART FLEISIG — TREASURER
relationships · 28
Who they work with
- Alfred Nevin’s Kosher Food Pantry Partner — Collaborates with Hatzilu to receive donated food and distribute it to clients through the Bar/Bat Mitzvah project.
- Hewlett-East Rockaway Jewish Centre Partner — Group of students from Hewlett-East Rockaway Jewish Centre visited Hatzilu warehouse and donated food.
- Island Harvest Partner — One of the sources supplying food to Hatzilu throughout the year.
- Island Harvest Partner — Partners with Hatzilu to obtain food for its kosher warehouse.
- Jewish Community Relations Council of Long Island Network — Member organization within the Jewish Community Relations Council of Long Island network.
- L.I. Cares Partner — Provides regular pallets of food to Hatzilu for distribution.
- Long Island Cares Partner — Partners with Hatzilu to obtain food for its kosher warehouse.
- Metropolitan Council on Jewish Poverty Partner — One of the sources supplying food to Hatzilu throughout the year.
- Mid Island Y JCC Partner — One of the sources supplying food to Hatzilu throughout the year.
- Mid-Island Y-JCC Partner — Hatzilu is headquartered at the MIYJCC, indicating a strong operational partnership.
- Mrs. W. Partner — Refers clients to Hatzilu for emergency assistance.
- NYS Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) Government — Hatzilu aligns its food assistance eligibility with NYS TEFAP guidelines and delivers food under its framework.
- Nassau County Shomrim Society Partner — Jointly conducted annual Passover food delivery with Hatzilu Rescue Organization.
- Nassau County Shomrim Society Partner — Partners with Hatzilu to distribute Kosher for Passover food to those in need.
- Shomrim Society Partner — Conducts an annual Passover food drive that supports Hatzilu's food distribution efforts.
- Shomrim Society of Nassau County Partner — Partners annually with Hatzilu for a Passover food distribution event.
- Sid Jacobson JCC Partner — Hosts the annual Pack It Up For Hatzilu initiative in collaboration with Hatzilu and TANS.
- Sisterhoods Partner — Referral source and initiating group for aid to Jews in need
- TANSS Partner — Collaborates with Hatzilu on the “Pack it Up for Purim” food drive.
- Temple Avodah Partner — Group of students from Temple Avodah visited Hatzilu warehouse and donated food.
- Temple Beth Torah Partner — Partner synagogue that sponsors the annual walkathon to benefit Hatzilu Rescue Organization.
- Tikkun Alliance Partner — Supports Hatzilu through organized food drives including "Pack It Up For HATZILU" and "Pack it up for Purim".
- Tikkun Alliance of the North Shore Partner — Collaborates with Hatzilu on the annual Pack It Up For Hatzilu initiative to assemble and distribute household supply packages.
- Youth Groups Partner — Referral source and initiating group for aid to Jews in need
- community organizations Partner — Referral source for clients in need
- rabbis Partner — Referral source for clients in need
- social workers Partner — Referral source for clients in need
- synagogue Men’s Clubs Partner — Referral source and initiating group for aid to Jews in need
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.
- Client-Centered Dignity Preservationmethodology: client_choice_modelBy delivering culturally appropriate, kosher-compliant food and customizing provisions to health and personal needs, the organization increases utilization and adherence because clients are more likely to accept and benefit from aid that respects their identity, beliefs, and medical conditions.
- Integrated Support Modelmethodology: integrated_supportBy combining material assistance (food, financial aid) with emotional support and social work intervention, the organization produces holistic client well-being because addressing both practical and emotional needs leads to more sustainable outcomes and preserves dignity.
- Volunteer-Powered Service Deliverymethodology: peer_powered_deliveryBy utilizing trained volunteers for case support and home delivery, the organization extends service reach and deepens community connection because volunteer engagement enables personalized care and fosters trust, particularly within a faith-based, close-knit population.