irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $502KEDUCATIONAL SEMINARS AND OUTREACH
- #2 $331KGRANTS TO INDIGENTS
named programs · 14 · from sources
What they call their work
Beit Midrash Dedication 2025
Supports the construction and dedication of a Beit Midrash (study hall) in Israel, promoting Torah education and religious infrastructure.
Bulletproof ambulance for Sderot
Provides armored emergency medical transport for residents of Sderot, a city near the Gaza border, to enhance safety during rocket attacks.
Donating a Torah - Golan Heights
Funds the purchase and delivery of Torah scrolls to Jewish communities in the Golan Heights to strengthen religious life.
Donating a Torah - IDF Kfir
Provides Torah scrolls to the IDF Kfir Brigade to support religious observance among soldiers.
Donating a Torah - IDF Shizafon
Supplies Torah scrolls to IDF military bases, including Shizafon, to support religious life among soldiers.
Dormitory in the Galilee
Funds the development of a dormitory in northern Israel to support students or at-risk youth in need of safe housing.
Helping businesses during Corona
Provided financial assistance to Israeli businesses affected by the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Magen David Adom
Provides funding for emergency medical services through Magen David Adom, Israel's national emergency response organization.
Mechinat Liei - Teens at Risk
Supports a program for at-risk teens in Israel, offering educational and social services to help them reintegrate into society.
Mezuzot - Kibbutz Re'im
Provides mezuzot (religious doorpost scrolls) for homes in Kibbutz Re'im, supporting Jewish identity and religious observance.
Search and Rescue
Supports search and rescue operations in Israel, likely in partnership with emergency response organizations.
Shavei Darom Park Dedication
Supports the development and dedication of a public park in southern Israel to enhance community life and recreation.
Supporting farmers during Shmitta
Offers financial support to Israeli farmers during the Shmitta (Sabbatical) year when traditional farming is restricted under Jewish law.
Tree planting initiative
Has planted over 600,000 fruit trees in Israel as part of agricultural development and environmental stewardship efforts.
activities · 12 groups
What they do
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Support for Israeli Educational Institutions 2 activities
- Funding at-risk youth programs at the Liel Center in Israel's Jordan ValleyProvides primary financial and organizational support to the Liel Center in Israel's Jordan Valley for at-risk teens.
- Funding projects in agriculture, infrastructure, and community support in IsraelProvides financial support to projects aligned with its mission of building and supporting agriculture, infrastructure, and people in Israel.
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Jewish Community Poverty Relief 2 activities
- Supporting agricultural development in the Jordan Valley and Golan HeightsSupported blueberry farming initiatives in the Jordan Valley and tree-planting efforts in the Golan Heights.
- Supporting agricultural recovery for farmers affected by conflict and economic harmProvided assistance to a vineyard affected by terror attacks and supported a fig farmer impacted by BDS-related economic harm.
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Financial and Emotional Support for Bereaved Families 1 activity
- Direct support to widows and orphans affected by the October 7th attacksProvides support to 340 widows and 780 children orphaned after October 7th.
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Support for Israeli Military and Veterans 1 activity
- Donating religious and communal items to Israeli communities and IDF basesDonated a Torah scroll to an IDF base serving 150 soldiers in April 2025.
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Community Service and Charitable Outreach 1 activity
- Establishing and managing charitable and community relief institutionsEstablishes and manages charitable and relief institutions for the needy and supports social and community mission groups.
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Jewish Religious Education and Outreach 1 activity
- Establishing and managing religious and educational institutions in IsraelEstablishes and manages Hasidic seminaries, kollels, Torah classes, kindergartens, daycare centers, and schools to support religious education and outreach.
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Jewish Life and Security Support 1 activity
- Funding search and rescue operations through the Israel Dog UnitProvides financial support for the purchase, training, and care of search and rescue dogs, technical equipment, and volunteer housing for the Israel Dog Unit; awarded a $100,000 grant to IDU.
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Jewish Holiday and Shabbat Community Events 1 activity
- Organizing and hosting Siyum ha'Sha eventsOrganizes and hosts Siyum ha'Sha events as part of its community and religious programming.
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Smallholder Agricultural Development 1 activity
- Planting fruit trees and supporting farmers in IsraelFacilitated the planting of 400,000 to 600,000 fruit trees across Israel, supporting over 100 farmers and their families through livelihood initiatives.
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Emergency Ambulance & Medical Response 1 activity
- Providing emergency medical equipment and armored ambulancesProvides emergency medical equipment, including deployment of a bulletproof, armored ambulance for use in Sderot, contributing to life-saving efforts.
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General Operating Support Grants 1 activity
- Providing financial assistance to indigent individualsProvided $330,703 in grants to indigent individuals in 2024 and $103,052 in 2020.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Establishing new communities in IsraelEstablished a new community named Gal Yosef.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$3.41M
Contributions & grants$1.61M47%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$1.80M
expenses
Total expenses$3.23M
Program expenses94%
Admin / overhead6%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$1.82M
Largest expense lineOther
balance sheet
Total assets$1.09M
Cash$1.09M
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$1.09M
Liquid reserves4.1 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +145.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 1
- SHMUEL SACKETT — DIRECTOR
relationships · 7
Who they work with
- IDF Partner — Receives Torah scrolls and religious support from Am Yisrael Chai Fund for soldiers at military bases.
- IDU Partner — Receives financial support from AM YISRAEL CHAI FOUNDATION INC for its programs.
- Liel Center Partner — Receives primary support from AM Yisrael Chai Foundation for programs serving at-risk teens in Israel's Jordan Valley.
- Magen David Adom Partner — Funds Magen David Adom as part of its supported projects.
- Magen Michlelet Eretz Yisrael Partner — Partner organization implementing the Israel Dog Unit project, which Am Yisrael Chai supports financially.
- Mosdei Harim Partner — AM YISRAEL CHAI FOUNDATION supports Mosdei Harim in establishing and managing Hasidic educational and charitable institutions.
- Zo Artzeinu Partner — Collaborates with Zo Artzeinu on the Israel Trees Project to plant fruit trees and support farmers in Israel.
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.
- Faith-Based Community Support Grounded in Haredi Valuesmethodology: faith-based_community_supportBy aligning support initiatives with the core values of modesty, Torah dedication, and simple living, the foundation strengthens Haredi communities because the programs resonate deeply with their religious and cultural identity, increasing engagement and sustainability.
- Project-Based Development with Long-Term Livelihood Focusmethodology: sustainable-agriculture-livelihood-supportBy funding the full cycle of sustainable agricultural projects—including orchard establishment and maintenance—the foundation enables long-term livelihoods in Israel because it ensures both immediate impact and enduring economic self-sufficiency.
- Strategic Grantmaking for Proven Programsmethodology: strategic grantmakingBy identifying and funding existing programs with demonstrated effectiveness, particularly for at-risk populations, the foundation increases the likelihood of successful outcomes because resources are directed toward interventions already shown to work.