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THE CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF ANCIENT JUDAISM AND CH
Suffern, NY · EIN 464648126 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE P99 · Human Services · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.csajco.org
revenue
$274K
expenses
$240K
net assets
$132K
employees
1
program ratio
99%
mission · from form 990

Biblical study through archaeology. Archaeological dig in Israel.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Center for the Study of Ancient Judaism and Christian Origins (CSAJCO) is a nonprofit research and educational organization based in Suffern, NY, dedicated to advancing understanding of the cultural, linguistic, and historical contexts of Second Temple Judaism and early Christianity. It supports archaeological fieldwork, particularly at sites in Israel such as Magdala and El Araj, and promotes scholarly dialogue through conferences and publications. The center collaborates with academic institutions and emphasizes interdisciplinary study of ancient religious traditions.

named programs · 2 · from sources

What they call their work

El Araj Excavation Project
Archaeological dig at El Araj, a site believed to be the location of ancient Bethsaida, involving students and scholars in fieldwork related to first-century Jewish and Christian history
Magdala Research and Conference Initiative
Scholarly program focused on the archaeological site of Magdala on the Sea of Galilee, including hosting academic conferences and public exhibitions on the first-century synagogue and its historical significance
activities · 4 groups

What they do

  • Archaeological and Cultural Conservation 2 activities
    • Hosting scholarly conferences on archaeological discoveries
      Organizes academic conferences focused on significant archaeological findings, such as those at Magdala, to promote interdisciplinary dialogue and public engagement.
    • Participation in the El Araj Excavation Project
      Collaborates as a partner in the El Araj Excavation Project, contributing to archaeological research related to ancient Judaism and early Christianity.
  • Israel and Jewish Heritage Educational Travel 1 activity
    • Educational travel programs in the Holy Lands
      Provides guided educational experiences in Israel, Jordan, and Greece through the Center for Holy Lands Studies, integrating archaeological and historical contexts of ancient Judaism and Christianity.
  • Research and Scholarly Fellowship Support 1 activity
    • Student scholarship support for archaeological participation
      Administers the Tom Blackwell Scholarship Fund to enable student involvement in the El Araj Excavation Project.
  • Uncategorized 2 activities
    • Academic and public scholarship dissemination
      Shares research through peer-reviewed publications, books, and contributions to reference works such as the Biblical Archaeology Review and the Routledge Encyclopedia of Ancient Mediterranean Religions.
    • Research on Second Temple Judaism and early Christianity
      Conducts and promotes scholarly research on the cultural, linguistic, and historical contexts of Jewish life during the Second Temple period, particularly as they relate to the origins of Christianity.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$274K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$274K100%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$240K
Program expenses99%
Admin / overhead1%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$39K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$132K
Cash$132K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$132K
Liquid reserves6.6 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -15.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
R STEVEN NOTLEY Executive Director 10 $36K
board members · 4
  • Rachel Semmel — Board Member
  • SUNYA NOTLEY — SECRETARY
  • Tom Guillams — Chairman
  • Wink Thompson — Treasurer
relationships · 5

Who they work with

  • Bible and Archaeology Center at Nyack College Partner — Collaborating institution in the El Araj Excavation Project
  • Center for Holy Lands Studies Partner — Collaborates with the Center for Holy Lands Studies as a teaching guide in Israel, Jordan, and Greece.
  • El Araj Excavation Partner — Collaborates to provide student participation opportunities through scholarship funding.
  • Kinneret Institute for Galilean Archaeology at Kinneret College Partner — Collaborating institution in the El Araj Excavation Project
  • Nyack College Partner — Collaborates with the Center to host scholarly events and support graduate programs in Ancient Judaism and Christian Origins.
strategies · 3

How they approach the work

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  • Collaborative Academic Engagement
    methodology: collaborative_academic_research
    By forming partnerships with academic and religious institutions, the organization enhances the depth and credibility of its archaeological research because collaborative frameworks enable shared expertise, resources, and broader scholarly validation.
  • Contextual Interdisciplinary Research
    methodology: contextual_historical_research
    By integrating archaeological, literary, and historical scholarship within the cultural and linguistic context of Second Temple Judaism, the organization advances understanding of early Christianity because this interdisciplinary framing reveals deeper religious continuities and historical developments.
  • Scholarly Dissemination for Public and Academic Audiences
    methodology: interdisciplinary_research_dissemination
    By disseminating interdisciplinary research to both academic and public audiences, the organization increases the impact of its scholarship because accessibility amplifies understanding and application of early Christian and Jewish historical insights.