irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2020
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $82KOVERSEAS ALLOCATIONS - CONSIST OF ALLOCATIONS MADE TO THE UNITED JEWISH COMMUNITIES AND THE YOUTH TO ISRAEL SCHOLARSHIP FUND.
named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Jewish Family Services
Partnership program providing volunteer-driven support including shopping, transportation, and companionship for older adults in the Jewish community
Volunteer of the Year Recognition
Annual program honoring individuals from partner synagogues and organizations who demonstrate exceptional service and leadership in the Jewish community
Zachor Antisemitism Initiative
Education and advocacy program focused on combating antisemitism, led by the Jewish Federation in Greater Orange County
activities · 13 groups
What they do
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Jewish Religious Institution Support 2 activities
- Funding allocations to national and international Jewish causesProvides financial support to the United Jewish Communities and the Youth to Israel Scholarship Fund through grant allocations.
- Funding local, Israeli, and global Jewish community organizationsProvides grants to recipient organizations in Orange County serving tens of thousands annually, as well as supporting Jewish communities in Israel and globally through partnerships with the Jewish Federations of North America.
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Flexible Grants to Grassroots Organizations 1 activity
- Administering micro-grants for community innovationOffers Jewish in OC Micro-Grants to fund new initiatives that strengthen community connection and engagement within the Orange County Jewish community.
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Israel and Jewish Heritage Educational Travel 1 activity
- Advocating publicly for Israel and hostage releaseEngages in public advocacy through media interviews and weekly rallies co-sponsored by Hadassah and Eitz Chaim to support Israel and advocate for the release of hostages following the October 7, 2023 attacks.
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Educator Training in Equity and Inclusion 1 activity
- Conducting education and training on confronting hate speechDevelops and delivers interactive educational programs and professional development sessions on confronting hate speech for students, educators, and adults, reaching thousands across New York and New Jersey.
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Holocaust and Genocide Remembrance Education 1 activity
- Delivering Holocaust and antisemitism education programsProvides Holocaust and antisemitism education to over 9 school districts in Orange County through school programs, field trips, traveling exhibits, guest speakers, and survivor/liberator testimonies in partnership with the Holocaust Museum and Center for Education and Tolerance in Rockland County.
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Children's Book Distribution Programs 1 activity
- Distributing free Jewish children's books globallySends monthly shipments of free Jewish children's books to families worldwide, including an annual selection of 12 free books for children ages 8½–12.
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Donor-Advised Fund Grantmaking 1 activity
- Facilitating IRA charitable rollovers for donorsEnables individuals aged 70½ and older to make tax-free donations of up to $100,000 annually from IRAs to support charitable causes.
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Endowment and Gift Fund Management 1 activity
- Managing endowment funds and distributing proceedsManages 65 endowment funds with over $5 million in combined principal, reinvests interest until funds reach $5,000, and directs at least 30% of interest earnings to support the Jewish Federation Annual Campaign.
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Disaster Relief and Recovery Services 1 activity
- Mobilizing resources during crisesActivates local resources to support community needs during times of crisis.
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Industry and Community Recognition Awards 1 activity
- Organizing community events and volunteer recognitionHosts annual meetings and community events such as the 50th Annual Meeting to celebrate accomplishments and recognize volunteer contributions.
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Summer Camp Access Scholarships 1 activity
- Providing scholarships for Jewish education and camp participationOffers scholarships to ensure Jewish children and teens in Orange County can access summer camps and Jewish educational programs regardless of financial means.
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Friendly Visiting & Social Companionship Programs 1 activity
- Providing volunteer services for older adultsOrganizes and delivers volunteer support including shopping trips, transportation rides, and friendly visits, contributing 402.5 hours of service to older adults.
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Jewish Religious Education and Outreach 1 activity
- Supporting access to Jewish education through financial aidProvides financial support to ensure individuals in the Jewish community can participate in Jewish education and related experiences regardless of ability to pay.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$714K
Contributions & grants$356K50%
Program service revenue$29K4%
Investment income$328K46%
Other revenue$1K
expenses
Total expenses$507K
Program expenses73%
Admin / overhead21%
Fundraising5%
Salaries & benefits$172K
Grants paid out$155K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$6.19M
Cash$355K
Investments$5.79M
Liabilities$65K
Net assets$6.13M
Liquid reserves145.6 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -26.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| WENDY CEDAR | EXECUTIVE DI | 40 | $82K |
board members · 15
- ABBE DISTELBURGER — TRUSTEE
- BETTY GROSSMAN — TRUSTEE
- DAVIDA KOSSAR — TRUSTEE
- DEBRA METZNER — TRUSTEE
- DIANA ROWE — TRSUTEE
- DR IRVING KADESH — TRUSTEE
- DR LESLIE GREEN — TRUSTEE
- DR STEVEN RUBINSKY — TRUSTEE
- ELIZABETH FREDERICK — TRUSTEE
- GAY MILLER — TRUSTEE
- JANET KASS — TRUSTEE
- JEFFREY HARMER — TREASURER
- JOSEPH HERZOG — TRUSTEE
- RACHELLE HARMER — TRUSTEE
- RISSA CUTLER — PRESIDENT
relationships · 41
Who they work with
- Congregation Agudas Israel Partner — Recognized as a Life & Legacy Community Partner, indicating a formal partnership with the Federation.
- Congregation Agudas Israel Partner — Recognized volunteers in partnership with the Jewish Federation.
- Congregation Agudas Israel Partner — Recognizes its Volunteer of the Year through tribute gifts coordinated by the Federation.
- Congregation Beth Hillel Partner — Recognized as a Life & Legacy Community Partner, indicating a formal partnership with the Federation.
- Congregation Beth Hillel/Walden JCC Partner — Recognizes its Volunteer of the Year through tribute gifts coordinated by the Federation.
- Congregation Beth Hillel/Walden Jewish Community Center Partner — Collaborates with the Jewish Federation to recognize community volunteers.
- Congregation B’nai Torah Partner — Recognized as a Life & Legacy Community Partner, indicating a formal partnership with the Federation.
- Congregation Eitz Chaim Partner — Partners with the Jewish Federation to honor volunteer service.
- Congregation Eitz Chaim Partner — Recognized as a Life & Legacy Community Partner, indicating a formal partnership with the Federation.
- Congregation Eitz Chaim Partner — Recognizes its Volunteers of the Year through tribute gifts coordinated by the Federation.
- Eitz Chaim Partner — Co-sponsors rallies with Hadassah and Eitz Chaim in Monroe.
- Hadassah Partner — Collaborates with Hadassah on community events and rallies.
- Harold Grinspoon Foundation Partner — Partnership in operating the PJ Library program.
- Holocaust Museum and Center for Education and Tolerance Partner — Partnership to arrange field trips, traveling exhibits, and guest speakers on Holocaust and antisemitism topics.
- IRA Plan Administrators Partner — Collaborates with IRA plan administrators to facilitate direct charitable rollovers to the Federation.
- Jewish Family Service Partner — Recognizes its Volunteer of the Year through tribute gifts coordinated by the Federation.
- Jewish Family Service of Orange County Partner — Recipient organization supported by the Federation to serve the local community.
- Jewish Family Services, Orange County Partner — Collaborates with the Jewish Federation on volunteer recognition and community service initiatives.
- Jewish Federation of Orange County Network — Member of a network of Jewish Federations working collectively to support Jewish communities.
- Jewish Federations of North America Network — Collaborates with the Jewish Federations of North America to support Jewish communities in need in Israel and globally.
- Jewish Federations of North America Network — Collaborates with the organization to support Jewish communities at risk in Israel and worldwide.
- Jewish Federations of North America Network — Member organization participating in a national network of Jewish Federations.
- Kol Yisrael Partner — Works with the Jewish Federation to support community-building missions and technology infrastructure.
- Monroe Hadassah Partner — Partners with the Jewish Federation to recognize volunteer contributions.
- Monroe Hadassah Partner — Recognizes its Volunteer of the Year through tribute gifts coordinated by the Federation.
- Monroe Temple Beth-El Partner — Collaborates with the Jewish Federation on volunteer recognition and community programs.
- Monroe Temple Beth-El Partner — Recognized as a Life & Legacy Community Partner, indicating a formal partnership with the Federation.
- Monroe Temple Beth-El Partner — Recognizes its Volunteers of the Year through tribute gifts coordinated by the Federation.
- Newburgh Jewish Community Center Partner — Recognized as a Life & Legacy Community Partner, indicating a formal partnership with the Federation.
- PJ Library Partner — Receives tribute gifts through the Jewish Federation of Greater Orange County.
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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.
- Education-Based Prevention of Antisemitismmethodology: education-based preventionBy delivering structured education on the Holocaust and antisemitism in schools and communities, the organization reduces prejudice and builds resilience against hate, because informed individuals are better equipped to recognize and counter antisemitic narratives, leading to safer and more inclusive environments.
- Jewish Values-Based Community Engagementmethodology: jewish-values-based-community-engagementBy grounding community-building and service efforts in core Jewish values such as mutual responsibility, charity (tzedakah), social justice (tikkun olam), and global Jewish solidarity, the organization fosters deeper engagement and sustained commitment, because these shared ethical and spiritual principles motivate collective action and long-term communal resilience.
- Network-Based Grantmaking for Community Strengtheningmethodology: network-based grantmakingBy distributing funds through a network of local and national partner organizations, the Federation amplifies impact and ensures broad reach across the Jewish community, because leveraging established organizations with shared goals enables efficient, coordinated philanthropy that strengthens both local and global Jewish life.