named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Afikei Ohr Girls Youth Village
Residential rehabilitation and career training program for teenage girls at-risk, focusing on personal growth and future planning
Chag Saveah Food Drive
Annual national food distribution initiative providing holiday meals to over 25,000 needy families across Israel
Cooking Up a Future (Mevashlim Et HaAtid)
Vocational training program in culinary arts and hospitality with a state-of-the-art training kitchen
Ohr Yisraeli Youth Movement
National youth movement with 8,000 members across 160 branches, fostering community and leadership among Israeli youth
Ultra-Orthodox Campus for Excellence
University-level education program for the ultra-Orthodox community in Gan Yavne, promoting higher education and professional development
Zoharim Youth Village
Residential program offering at-risk youth a supportive home environment to rebuild their lives and chart a new direction
activities · 10 groups
What they do
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Student Milestone Ceremonies & Events 1 activity
- Conducts educational ceremonies and student enrichment eventsHosts joint graduation ceremonies for students, including the distribution of siddurim, and organizes student-led song and dance performances as part of school events.
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Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 1 activity
- Delivers emergency relief and food assistance during crisesOperated the “Magen Yisrael” relief program during the pandemic, delivering food and essentials to over 40,000 people weekly. Also organized a national food drive that distributed food to over 25,000 needy families before holidays.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Employs and engages staff and volunteers in organizational operationsEmploys and engages 1,317 staff and volunteers in the delivery of educational, residential, and support programs.
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Charity Event Organization 1 activity
- Hosts fundraising and community engagement events for children’s programsOrganizes high-impact fundraising events such as a benefit basketball game at Madison Square Garden and a poker night that raised $77,000, with proceeds supporting orphaned and at-risk children. Includes visits by NBA players for basketball clinics and engagement with students.
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Healthcare Compliance and Ethics Programs 1 activity
- Maintains organizational integrity through ethical compliance and file managementRequires directors, officers, employees, and volunteers to report policy or legal violations, investigates all reports, and ensures follow-up within two weeks. Conducts systematic file review and purging every two years and prior to archival storage to maintain efficient data management.
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Charter School Operations 1 activity
- Operates specialized educational institutions for underprivileged and immigrant girlsRuns an elementary school for underprivileged and immigrant girls with a focus on arts and sciences, and provides targeted support through dedicated campus programs.
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Residential Care for At-Risk Youth 1 activity
- Provides comprehensive residential and educational support to orphaned and at-risk youthOperates 15 schools across three large campuses, providing orphaned and at-risk children with education, family-style housing, three nutritious meals daily, medical care, therapy, clothing, and enrichment programs in sports, music, and art. Serves over 10,000 children annually, including 10,112 current students.
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Culinary Workforce Training Programs 1 activity
- Provides vocational training and career development programsOffers vocational training including a culinary arts and hospitality program with a state-of-the-art training kitchen, and operates a youth village for at-risk teenage girls focused on rehabilitation and career training.
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College Access and Success Support 1 activity
- Supports long-term integration and societal contribution of alumniHas supported over 40,000 alumni through its educational and residential programs, many of whom have become active contributors to society as military personnel, educators, leaders, and entrepreneurs. Programs have saved thousands of youth from poverty, crime, and drug involvement.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Resettles and integrates Jewish children from diverse diaspora communitiesResettles and integrates Jewish children from Yemen, Russia, Ethiopia, France, India, and other countries into Israeli society, including providing housing and education for Bnei Menashe children from India through family-style dorms on campus.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$7.62M
Contributions & grants$7.59M100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$31K0%
Other revenue$6K
expenses
Total expenses$7.65M
Program expenses78%
Admin / overhead8%
Fundraising14%
Salaries & benefits$718K
Grants paid out$5.91M
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.19M
Cash$2.13M
Investments$0
Liabilities$16K
Net assets$2.17M
Liquid reserves3.3 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -1.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atara Solow | Executive Director | 40 | $272K |
| Michael Flaumenhaft | Director of Development | 40 | $166K |
| Peni Landisi | Finance & Operations Director | 40 | $142K |
board members · 22
- Adam Grunfeld — MEMBER
- Brad Berger — MEMBER
- Bryna Landes — Secretary
- Dr Norman Saffra — MEMBER
- Dr Yehuda Eliezri — MEMBER
- Fabia Preminger — MEMBER
- Gary Miller — MEMBER
- Gerald Seligsohn — MEMBER
- Howard Millendorf — MEMBER
- Jeffrey Eisenberg — Vice President
- Joe Rozehzadeh — MEMBER
- Jordana Grunfeld — Vice President
- Laurie Lasher — MEMBER
- Louis Menaged — MEMBER
- Michael Kronenberg — Treasurer
- Nathan Paul — President
- Rick Barry — MEMBER
- Sharon Haberman — Chairperson
- Steven Fink — MEMBER
- Steven Starkman — MEMBER
- Tony Fromer — Vice President
- Tzvi Fishman — MEMBER
relationships · 11
Who they work with
- American Friends of Migdal Ohr Government — Tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization with EIN 13-3389558, eligible to receive donations from donor-advised funds.
- Eli Lunzer Productions Partner — Provided professional tournament production and prizes for the High-Impact Poker Night, enhancing the event experience.
- Israeli Government Government — Primary funder covering 63% of Migdal Ohr's annual budget
- Israeli government Government — Chose Migdal Ohr to operate the “Magen Yisrael” relief operation during the pandemic.
- Jewish Agency for Israel Partner — Mickey Flaumenhaft previously served as an emissary for the Jewish Agency for Israel.
- Maccabi Tel Aviv Partner — Co-participant in a 2007 benefit basketball game with the New York Knicks to support Migdal Ohr's children.
- Mishaan family Partner — Hosted an event for Migdal Ohr in Lawrence, NY
- New York Knicks Partner — Partnered for a 2007 benefit basketball game at Madison Square Garden supporting Migdal Ohr's children.
- Orot BaEmek School Partner — School within Migdal Ohr's network where graduation events and educational programs are implemented.
- Rick Barry Partner — NBA Hall of Famer and board member of Migdal Ohr who has engaged directly with children at Migdal Ohr campuses.
- Seligsohn family Partner — Hosted the annual High-Impact Poker Night at their home in Englewood, contributing hospitality and vision to elevate the event.
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.
- Family-Style Care Modelmethodology: family_style_careBy placing children in family-style residential settings with dedicated caregivers, we promote emotional security and healthy development, because stable, nurturing environments are foundational to overcoming trauma and building resilience.
- Trauma-Informed Empowermentmethodology: trauma-informed_youth_developmentBy helping vulnerable children overcome adversity through targeted support, we foster resilience and personal growth, because recognizing and addressing trauma enables authentic self-discovery and agency.
- Unconditional Acceptance as Intervention Foundationmethodology: unconditional_loveBy operating from a foundation of unconditional love and acceptance, we enable deeper social and educational engagement, because being seen and valued without conditions reduces resistance and builds trust necessary for transformation.
- Workforce Integration through Targeted Trainingmethodology: workforce_integration_trainingBy providing career training in high-demand fields, we enable ultra-orthodox men and women to integrate into the modern workforce, because skill alignment with labor market needs increases employment success and economic self-sufficiency.