irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $395KFISCAL SPONSORSHIP: THE ORGANIZATION SERVED AS A FISCAL SPONSOR FOR THE GEORGE ROHR FOUNDATION FOR THE PURPOSE OF ADMINISTERING THE FINANCIAL ASPECTS OF THE SAMI ROHR PRIZE FOR JEWISH LITERATURE. THE FISCAL SPONSORSHIP ACTIVITIES INCLUDE RECEIVING CONTRIBUTIONS TO FULLY FUND THE PROJECT, AS WELL AS ISSUING PRIZE PAYMENTS TO THE WINNERS AND FINALISTS, AND PAYMENT OF ALL EXPENDITURES RELATED TO THE PRIZE.
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Bring a Speaker to Your Community
Speakers bureau offering in-person and virtual talks by experts on NLI collections and themes, available to communities across the U.S.
Crossroads and Connections
Traveling exhibit of 18 highlights from NLI’s collections, available online and printable for display, with accompanying educational resources including lesson plans and webinars
Documenting Oct. 7 and Its Aftermath
Archival initiative collecting materials on the impact of Oct. 7 on North American college campuses, involving student field researchers to gather diverse perspectives
Signature Cultural Programs
Virtual events featuring authors, artists, and curators discussing NLI collections, such as "Her Story, Our Story" and "Illuminating Tradition: Inside the Moss Haggadah"
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Jewish and Cultural Heritage Archives 3 activities
- Operate and maintain the National Library of Israel’s physical and digital infrastructureManages the National Library of Israel’s physical premises, including a historic building opened in 1960 and a new building whose cornerstone was laid in 2016 and opened in October 2023. Also maintains digital access through online exhibitions and virtual tours.
- Preserve and document Jewish and Israeli history and experiencesSupports efforts to document and preserve the history of Israel and the Jewish people worldwide, including the creation of a comprehensive archive titled “Documenting Oct. 7 and Its Aftermath” that collects materials from campus communities and incorporates post-October 7 experiences from North American college campuses.
- Provide public access to cultural and educational collectionsOffers in-person and online access to a wide range of materials on Israel, Judaism, Islam, the Middle East, and broader cultural and intellectual topics, including open-shelf browsing, reading rooms, special collections, and virtual tours. The library welcomes up to 500,000 visitors and users annually, including researchers, students, school groups, and international tourists.
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Organizational Newsletter Production and Distribution 1 activity
- Communicate library news and cultural content to the publicDistributes a general newsletter with updates on cultural events and organizational developments, a curated cultural events newsletter, and publishes a blog titled 'The Librarians' featuring insights and analysis related to the library’s collections.
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History Education Curriculum Development 1 activity
- Deliver educational resources and programming for teachers and studentsProvides lesson plans, worksheets, webinars, and training opportunities for educators, along with family activities and student research support using primary sources and digital exhibitions. Also distributes an education-focused newsletter and printable materials for community use.
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Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 1 activity
- Host public cultural and educational eventsOrganizes and hosts exhibitions, performances, festivals, lectures, book fairs, concerts, film screenings, and public conversations with authors, artists, and scholars in dedicated spaces including a 430-seat auditorium, open-air amphitheater, and plaza.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Support institutional development of the National Library of IsraelPartners with the National Library of Israel to expand public access and cultural programming, established foundational elements of a supporting non-profit, hired key leadership including the first CEO and campaign director, and appointed board leadership to advance the library’s renewal.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$8.29M
Contributions & grants$8.27M100%
Program service revenue$18K0%
Investment income$430%
Other revenue$1K
expenses
Total expenses$10.65M
Program expenses97%
Admin / overhead2%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$282K
Grants paid out$8.84M
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$19.48M
Cash$2.00M
Investments$0
Liabilities$1.13M
Net assets$18.35M
Liquid reserves2.3 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -41.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ADINA KANEFIELD | CEO NLI USA | 40 | $199K |
board members · 15
- ABBY JOSEPH COHEN — TREASURER
- ART SANDLER — DIRECTOR
- DAVID AGUS — DIRECTOR
- DAVID MAKOVSKY — PRESIDENT
- HEATHER REISMAN — DIRECTOR
- JAY L POMRENZE — SECRETARY
- JEANETTE GARRETTY REINHARD — DIRECTOR
- JOE LEVINE — DIRECTOR
- KINNEY ZALESNE — DIRECTOR
- MARK DONIG — DIRECTOR
- MICHAEL JESSELSON — DIRECTOR
- MOSES LIBITZKY — DIRECTOR
- RUTH L GOTTESMAN — DIRECTOR
- SETH M SIEGEL — DIRECTOR
- TINA PRICE — DIRECTOR
relationships · 20
Who they work with
- Annabelle Gurwitch Partner — Participated as a featured author in a public conversation on Jewish women's stories.
- Ayelet Tsabari Partner — Author and speaker who participated in a program on Mizrahi music, memory, and storytelling.
- B’nai B’rith Partner — Founded the Midrash Abarbanel Library in 1892, which became the foundation of the National Library of Israel.
- David Moss Partner — Artist whose work is featured in the collection and who participated in a public conversation about the Moss Haggadah.
- Government of Israel Government — Lead partner in the renewal and building project of the National Library of Israel.
- Hebrew University of Jerusalem Partner — Incorporated the Library into the university in 1925, renaming it the Jewish National and University Library.
- Herzog & de Meuron Partner — Architectural firm involved in the design of the National Library of Israel's new building.
- Herzog & de Meuron Partner — Architectural firm responsible for designing the new National Library building.
- Judy Batalion Partner — Participated as a featured author in a public conversation on Jewish women's stories.
- Knesset Government — Passed a new law in 2007 officially establishing the National Library of Israel with a renewed mandate.
- Lihi Lapid Partner — Participated as a featured author in a public conversation on Jewish women's stories.
- Lisa Barr Partner — Participated as a featured author in a public conversation on Jewish women's stories.
- National Library of Israel Partner — Collaborates with NLI USA to develop the archive “Documenting Oct. 7 and Its Aftermath.”
- National Library of Israel Partner — Collaborates with NLI USA to document post-Oct. 7 campus experiences and build the central Oct. 7 archive.
- National Library of Israel Partner — Primary partner organization in Israel; NLI USA supports its renewal and expansion of impact in the United States.
- National Library of Israel Partner — Primary partner organization; NLI USA supports and promotes its collections and cultural programs.
- Sarah Palmer Partner — Partnerships and Community Engagement Manager at NLI USA, contact for visitor information.
- The David S. and Ruth L. Gottesman Family Partner — Lead partner in the renewal and building project of the National Library of Israel.
- The Rothschild Family (Yad Hanadiv) Partner — Lead partner in the renewal and building project of the National Library of Israel.
- Zibby Owens Partner — Collaborated with the organization as a featured speaker and author in a public program.
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.
- Architectural and Spatial Invitation as Engagement Strategymethodology: architectural_accessibility_and_central_cultural_placementBy situating the library as an architectural landmark in a central cultural district, we invite broad public engagement because physical prominence and design symbolism signal openness and cultural value.
- Cultural Bridging Through Primary Source Engagementmethodology: cultural_bridging_through_primary_sourcesBy using primary sources and cultural artifacts in public programming and education, we foster mutual understanding across diverse Jewish communities because direct engagement with authentic materials builds empathy and shared identity.
- Open Access Cultural Repository Modelmethodology: 21st_century_library_model_with_open_accessBy digitizing and providing universal access to Jewish and Israeli cultural heritage, we strengthen global Jewish identity and diaspora engagement because open access to shared knowledge fosters belonging and continuity.