named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Bechorot Student Festival
Arts festival showcasing debut works of students and recent graduates from Jerusalem’s 11 leading arts institutions, fostering emerging creative talent
Communal Strength and Shared Living
Initiatives focused on strengthening community support systems and addressing the needs of Jerusalem's most vulnerable populations
Creative Culture
Supports cultural and artistic expression across Jerusalem’s diverse communities to enhance the city’s vibrancy and openness
Future Leadership
Invests in young civil leadership and next-generation change makers committed to Jerusalem’s long-term development
Jerusalem International Writers Festival
Annual literary festival hosted at Mishkenot Sha’ananim featuring international and Israeli writers in discussions on identity, memory, and literature’s role in society
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Youth Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
- Leadership development and youth civil engagement programsInvests in the next generation by promoting young civil leadership and expanding access to opportunities for diverse communities in Jerusalem, ensuring long-term commitment to the city's development through sustained capacity-building initiatives.
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Support for Israeli Military and Veterans 1 activity
- Strengthening community support systems for vulnerable populations in JerusalemImplements programs focused on strengthening the social fabric and community support systems in Jerusalem, with a particular emphasis on vulnerable populations. These efforts are sustained during periods of prolonged conflict to address urgent community needs.
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Uncategorized 4 activities
- Establishment and support of public cultural and historical resourcesPlayed a leading role in founding major cultural institutions such as the Israel Museum in Jerusalem (1964) and established the Teddy Kollek Digital Archive, which is publicly accessible online and at physical locations in Jerusalem, preserving the legacy of civic leadership and cultural development.
- Facilitating international philanthropy for Jerusalem’s developmentFounded in 1966 to enable global supporters to contribute to Jerusalem’s development, the foundation facilitates legacy gifts and manages donation transfers while ensuring compliance with international standards such as those of the Canada Revenue Agency.
- Funding and implementation of citywide development initiatives in JerusalemHas implemented more than 5,000 initiatives over six decades to improve the lives of Jerusalem’s residents across all population groups, supported by record fundraising efforts that fund programs in trauma recovery, community resilience, leadership development, and the creation of open spaces and community centers.
- Support for arts, culture, and creative initiatives in JerusalemSupports a wide range of cultural and creative initiatives to enhance Jerusalem's vibrancy, openness, and global cultural significance, including long-standing support for the Jerusalem International Writers Festival and the organization of large-scale arts festivals featuring exhibitions, performances, and installations. The foundation has supported arts and culture in Jerusalem for 60 years, assisting artists, institutions, and creative platforms such as the Bechorot Student Festival.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$16.00M
Contributions & grants$13.07M82%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$2.78M17%
Other revenue$158K
expenses
Total expenses$14.22M
Program expenses89%
Admin / overhead7%
Fundraising3%
Salaries & benefits$648K
Grants paid out$12.69M
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$45.42M
Cash$13.69M
Investments$25.56M
Liabilities$5.25M
Net assets$40.17M
Liquid reserves33.1 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +43.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JOSEPH NADIS | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (THRU 11/2024) | 35 | $301K |
| RABBI JOY LEVITT | CEO eff. 6/2024/BOARD MEMBER (THRU 5/2024) | 14 | $140K |
board members · 22
- ALAN G HASSENFELD — CHAIRMAN EMERITUS
- ALLEN MODEL — DIRECTOR
- AMBASSADOR LYNDON OLSON JR — DIRECTOR
- CASSIE ARISON — DIRECTOR
- CRAIG REICHER — DIRECTOR
- DANIEL CROWN — DIRECTOR
- DAVID KRAUSS — DIRECTOR
- DAVID N BOTTOMS JR — DIRECTOR
- DAVID RECANATI — DIRECTOR
- DR JORDAN KASSALOW — DIRECTOR
- ISAAC APPLBAUM — DIRECTOR (THRU 9/2024)
- JOHN SHAPIRO — DIRECTOR
- LESTER CROWN — DIRECTOR
- LINDA JESSELSON — DIRECTOR
- MITCHELL E RUDIN — DIRECTOR
- NATHAN LEIGHT — DIRECTOR
- SHEILA LAMBERT — DIRECTOR
- STEPHEN R REINER — SECRETARY/TREASURER
- STEVEN KLEIN — DIRECTOR (AS OF 9/2024)
- STEVEN SCHEINFELD — CHAIRMAN
- SUSAN BLOCK CASDIN — DIRECTOR
- THEODORE MIRVIS — DIRECTOR
relationships · 10
Who they work with
- Canada Revenue Agency Government — Complies with standards and guidelines set by the Canada Revenue Agency for charitable operations.
- Jack, Joseph & Morton Mandel Foundation Funder — Supporter of the Bechorot Student Festival.
- Jerusalem Municipality Partner — Cooperates with the Jerusalem Municipality and Mayor Moshe Lion to preserve the city’s past and ensure its resilience.
- Jerusalem Municipality Partner — Cooperating partner in organizing the Bechorot Student Festival.
- Kenneth and Ann Bialkin Partner — Donated support for the establishment of the Teddy Kollek Digital Archive and the Bialkin Visitor’s Center in Teddy Park.
- Mayor of Jerusalem Government — Engages with municipal leadership, including participation by the Mayor of Jerusalem in foundation events.
- Mishkenot Sha’ananim Partner — Co-hosted the Jerusalem International Writers Festival with the Jerusalem Foundation.
- Nomi Yeshua Government — Contact person at The Jerusalem Foundation for legacy gift inquiries
- President of the State of Israel Government — Hosts or includes participation by the President of the State of Israel in foundation events.
- Teddy Kollek Partner — Former Mayor of Jerusalem and founder of The Jerusalem Foundation.
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.
- Urban Revitalization Through Creative Expression 305 orgsmethodology: cultural_exchange_through_artsBy leveraging Jerusalem’s diversity and historical legacy through creative expression and literary events, the organization fosters cross-cultural dialogue and urban inclusion because arts-based engagement lowers barriers between groups and reimagines public space as shared.shared approach: Art-Integrated Community Engagement →
- Global Philanthropy Network for Local Impact 284 orgsmethodology: global engagement for local developmentBy operating a decentralized international network of foundations, the organization mobilizes global Jewish and diaspora support for local development because geographically distributed giving increases funding scale and sustains long-term investment in Jerusalem’s social infrastructure.shared approach: Faith-Based Grantmaking →
- Community-Centered Inclusive Developmentmethodology: inclusive_community_developmentBy funding cross-sector programs that serve all religious, cultural, and neighborhood groups, the organization advances urban vitality and social cohesion because inclusive development strengthens communal bonds and fosters shared civic identity.
- Community-Centered Inclusive Developmentmethodology: inclusive_community_developmentBy investing in cross-sector, community-driven programs that integrate diverse religious, cultural, and neighborhood groups, we strengthen Jerusalem's social fabric and urban vitality, because inclusive development fosters shared civic identity and long-term resilience.