named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
All Hearts
Creates meaningful opportunities for adults with Down syndrome to participate in Jewish community life and programming
Community Journeys
Offers curated visitor experiences including professional delegations, cultural encounters, urban exploration, and home-based Shabbat dinners to deepen engagement with Hungarian Jewish life
Giving Is Kosher
Normalizes Jewish giving by promoting visible acts of support through peer ambassadors, shared stories, and public recognition to cultivate a culture of community responsibility
Holiday Ambassadors
Empowers community members to host Jewish holidays and rituals in their homes through practical resources, toolkits, and peer support, fostering confidence in lived Jewish practice
Jewish and Israeli Film Festival
Annual cultural event showcasing international films that share Jewish and Israeli stories, fostering connection and dialogue within the community
Judafest
Citywide celebration that makes Jewish life accessible and inclusive through public events, performances, and educational programming
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Jewish Religious Institution Support 2 activities
- Funding programs to strengthen the Hungarian Jewish communityFunds the charitable, educational, and religious activities of JCC Budapest - Balint Haz, a Hungarian organization serving the Jewish community in Hungary, including support for community events, youth participation, and cultural programming. This includes underwriting annual membership fees for seniors, funding participation in camp programs for individuals with special needs, and sponsoring signature events such as Judafest, the Jewish and Israeli Film Festival, Chanucatalyst, and Shavuot celebrations.
- Reinvesting visitor proceeds to sustain JCC Budapest programsSupports over 200 programs annually at JCC Budapest through the reinvestment of proceeds generated by visitors, contributing to the sustainability and growth of community initiatives.
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Youth Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
- Building community leadership and governance structuresEngages youth leaders as informal educators and involves community members in institutional decision-making through Mini Boards and committees, fostering leadership development and participatory governance.
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Jewish Holiday and Shabbat Community Events 1 activity
- Facilitating Jewish cultural and religious gatherings in BudapestHosts and sponsors international Shabbat dinners and holiday celebrations in Budapest that serve travelers, expats, and local community members, promoting Jewish tradition and community connection. Provides holiday toolkits and guidance to support home-based and peer-led rituals.
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Cultural Exchange and Mutual Understanding Programs 1 activity
- Supporting public education on Hungarian Jewish culture in the U.S.Conducts public education in the United States about Hungarian Jewish culture, including through annual impact reports and outreach to supporters, to foster awareness and engagement with the heritage and contemporary life of Hungarian Jewry.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$81K
Contributions & grants$81K100%
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expenses
Total expenses$1K
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balance sheet
Total assets$80K
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Net assets$80K
1 years on record · 2023–2023
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
board members · 1
- DAN ALPERT — EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
relationships · 9
Who they work with
- ANU Museum Partner — Collaborated on the Identity Works Seminar for educators from across Europe.
- American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee Partner — Founding partner that provided vision, support, mentorship, and professional guidance since JCC Budapest's establishment in 1994.
- American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee Partner — Supported the founding and development of JCC Budapest.
- JCC BUDAPEST - BALINT HAZ Partner — Primary Hungarian organization supported by FRIENDS OF JCC BUDAPEST INC for charitable, educational, and religious activities.
- JCC Budapest Partner — Primary beneficiary and reporting focus of the organization's support.
- JCC Budapest Partner — Primary partner organization in Budapest supporting Jewish community rebuilding and identity exploration.
- JCC Budapest — Bálint Ház Partner — FRIENDS OF JCC BUDAPEST INC supports JCC Budapest — Bálint Ház through funding for programs and operations.
- foundations Funder — Provides financial support to Friends of JCC Budapest.
- individuals Funder — Provides financial support to Friends of JCC Budapest.
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.
- Jewish Engagement Through Experience, Knowledge, and Actionmethodology: jewish_engagement_pathwayBy guiding individuals through a structured pathway of experience, knowledge, and action—empowerment integrated throughout—we rebuild confidence, competence, and responsibility in Jewish life, because sustained engagement requires both personal connection and capacity-building.
- Normalizing Communal Giving Through Peer Influencemethodology: giving-is-kosherBy using peer ambassadors, shared stories, and public recognition, we foster a culture of giving, because social modeling and visibility reduce stigma and increase participation in Jewish communal responsibility.
- Revitalizing Jewish Identity by Reclaiming Heritagemethodology: rebuilding_jewish_life_through_heritageBy gathering remnants of pre-Holocaust and post-communist Jewish heritage, we rebuild contemporary Jewish life, because connecting with historical continuity strengthens identity and community resilience in the present.
- Strengthening Communities Through Transnational Philanthropymethodology: transnational cultural supportBy advancing Hungarian Jewish cultural and religious life through U.S.-based fundraising and awareness, we sustain local programming, because diaspora engagement amplifies resources and global solidarity strengthens local resilience.