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AMERICAN FRIENDS OF NATAL INC
NEW YORK, NY · EIN 201914370 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE Q33 · International Affairs · Medium ($1M-$10M) · afnatal.org
revenue
$5.8M
expenses
$2.8M
net assets
$16.6M
employees
3
volunteers
11
program ratio
71%
mission · from form 990

AMERICAN FRIENDS OF NATAL, INC. WAS FORMED FOR THE PURPOSE OFSOLICITING CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS, REVIEWING GRANT PROPOSALS, MAKINGGRANTS, AND ENGAGING IN SUCH OTHER PROGRAMMATIC ACTIVITIES AS THEORGANIZATION'S BOARD OF DIRECTORS DETERMINES IN ITS SOLE DISCRETION. IN PARTICULAR, THE ORGANIZATION ANTICIPATES MAKING SUCH GRANTS IN RESPONSETO APPLICATIONS FOR SUPPORT FROM OPERATING CHARITIES INCLUDING THEISRAEL TRAUMA CENTER FOR VICTIMS OF TERROR AND WAR (ALSO KNOWN AS"NATAL").

profile · synthesized from sources

American Friends of NATAL Inc. is a U.S.-based nonprofit that raises funds and awareness to support NATAL, Israel’s leading trauma-focused organization. It provides financial and advocacy support for mental health services addressing trauma from war, terrorism, and violence. The organization funds therapy programs, community interventions, and professional training in Israel, with all operating costs in Israel covered by NATAL's founder.

named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

Community Resilience Workshops
Workshops designed to build psychological resilience in communities impacted by trauma, violence, and conflict
Helpline and Clinical Services
Confidential mental health helpline and clinical therapy services for trauma survivors, including individuals, families, and communities affected by war and terrorism
Professional Training Programs
Specialized training for first responders, educators, and healthcare workers in trauma response and mental health support
Totally Visible Podcast
Podcast featuring conversations with trauma survivors, mental health professionals, and resilience experts to raise awareness and share healing strategies
activities · 5 groups

What they do

  • Trauma-Informed Community Resilience Initiatives 2 activities
    • Designing tailored trauma recovery programs for specific communities
      Creates customized programs to meet the unique psychological and social needs of communities affected by trauma, ensuring culturally and contextually appropriate interventions.
    • Organizing events to promote trauma recovery and resilience
      Organizes in-person and virtual events to connect individuals and organizations, share NATAL’s work, raise awareness about PTSD and trauma care, and inspire collaborative action around trauma recovery and resilience.
  • Mental Health Education and Awareness 1 activity
    • Delivering specialized training and capacity-building programs
      Conducts public education campaigns and delivers specialized training programs for first responders, educators, and healthcare workers to strengthen trauma response capacity across sectors.
  • Mental Health Research and Services Funding 1 activity
    • Funding trauma care and resilience programs in Israel
      Funds NATAL's trauma care and resilience programs in Israel, including therapeutic services, community interventions, and professional training. The organization reviews grant proposals and awards grants to support these charitable programs.
  • Podcast and Radio Production 1 activity
    • Producing educational mental health content and resources
      Produces a podcast featuring conversations with trauma survivors and mental health professionals, releasing new episodes twice per month. Also provides guided breathing exercises and resources on supporting children during stressful times.
  • Direct Mental Health Counseling and Support Services 1 activity
    • Providing direct trauma therapy and community mental health services
      Operates a clinical unit serving over 3,000 patients per week through individual therapy, support groups, and community resilience workshops. Since October 7th, has delivered over 100,000 hours of therapy and community resources to Israelis affected by trauma, including via a helpline that received thousands of calls.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$5.76M
Contributions & grants$5.06M88%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$696K12%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$2.84M
Program expenses71%
Admin / overhead3%
Fundraising27%
Salaries & benefits$442K
Grants paid out$2.00M
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$16.64M
Cash$16.61M
Investments$27K
Liabilities$50K
Net assets$16.59M
Liquid reserves70.4 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -63.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
MAAYAN AVIV EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 40 $235K
board members · 11
  • ANDREW MALIK — DIRECTOR
  • DAREL BENAIM — DIRECTOR
  • DAVID KOSTMAN — DIRECTOR
  • DITY BRUNN — DIRECTOR
  • ESTHER COHEN — TREASURER
  • JASON BORDAINICK — DIRECTOR
  • LINDA FRIEZE — DIRECTOR
  • MICHAEL SIEGEL — DIRECTOR
  • RAN ELIASAF — CHAIRMAN
  • SARA RUBENSTEIN — DIRECTOR
  • TONI YOUNG — DIRECTOR
relationships · 10

Who they work with

  • ISRAEL TRAUMA CENTER FOR VICTIMS OF TERROR AND WAR Partner — Primary grant recipient and operating charity supported by the organization.
  • NATAL Partner — AMERICAN FRIENDS OF NATAL INC supports NATAL's trauma care and mental health services in Israel.
  • NATAL Partner — Collaborates to deliver trauma and PTSD support programs through the NATAL Global Resilience initiative
  • NATAL Partner — Primary partner organization in Israel providing trauma care and resilience programs funded by AFN.
  • NATAL Partner — Primary partner organization in Israel providing trauma care services supported by AFN.
  • NATAL Partner — Primary partner organization providing mental health services in Israel, supported by American Friends of NATAL.
  • NATAL – Israel Trauma and Resiliency Center Partner — American Friends of NATAL is the U.S. nonprofit that funds NATAL’s trauma care and resilience programs in Israel.
  • POLDHU Partner — Production partner for the Totally Visible podcast.
  • Swiss Friends of NATAL Network — International partner organization collaborating with NATAL to support trauma care efforts.
  • UK Friends of NATAL Network — International partner organization collaborating with NATAL to support trauma care efforts.
strategies · 3

How they approach the work

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  • Integrated Multi-Level Trauma Care Model
    methodology: integrated-care-model
    By combining individual therapeutic support with community programs and professional training, the organization addresses trauma at the individual, family, and community levels, because integrated care produces more sustainable recovery than isolated interventions.
  • Targeted Grantmaking to Specialized Trauma Providers
    methodology: targeted grantmaking
    By directing U.S.-based funds to established trauma care organizations like NATAL, the organization ensures effective delivery of mental health services to victims of terror and war, because specialized local providers have the expertise and infrastructure to deliver culturally competent, scalable care.
  • Trauma-Focused Healing and Resilience Building
    methodology: trauma_healing_and_resilience_building
    By providing trauma-focused care and resilience-building interventions, the organization supports psychological recovery and growth beyond survival for individuals affected by war, terror, and loss, because addressing trauma at clinical and community levels enables sustained healing.