irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $0PROVIDED SUPPORT TO IMMIGRANT YOUNG ADULTS FROM THE RUSSIAN-SPEAKING COMMUNITY THROUGH COMMUNITY SERVICE INITIATIVES SUCH AS HOMEBOUND VISITATIONS, TOY DRIVES, FOOD PANTRY AND SOUP KITCHEN SERVICE, AND MENTORING PROGRAMS. EDUCATED SECOND-GENERATION RUSSIAN-SPEAKING IMMIGRANTS, EMPOWERING THEM TO INTEGRATE INTO AMERICAN SOCIETY AND THE WORKFORCE. STUDENTS WERE ENCOURAGED AND SUPPORTED IN VOLUNTEERING WITHIN THE BROADER COMMUNITY. THE ORGANIZATION ALSO DEVELOPED PROGRAMMING TO ADDRESS WIDER PARTICIPANT NEEDS, INCLUDING CAREER-TRAINING WORKSHOPS, CHILDREN'S PROGRAMMING, AND INITIATIVES FOCUSED ON COUPLES AND FAMILY CULTURAL CULTIVATION.
- #2 $0PROVIDED ASSISTANCE AND SUPPORT TO VICTIMS AFFECTED BY WARS AND ARMED CONFLICTS.
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Program Evaluation and Impact Research 1 activity
- Conducts internal program evaluations to assess impactUses surveys, data analysis, and internal reviews to evaluate the effectiveness of its programs and measure outcomes related to participant development and community change.
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Alumni Community Building 1 activity
- Fosters ongoing community engagement through events and programsOrganizes events and programs requiring RSVPs to promote sustained engagement among alumni, staff, students, and participants, building a supportive community for personal and communal growth.
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Jewish Leadership Development 1 activity
- Offers leadership development and mentorship programs for young JewsRuns a Level 1 Leadership Fellowship Program and provides mentorship opportunities, spiritual development, academic and legal support, and internship placements to support personal and professional growth among Jewish young adults.
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Study Abroad and Global Immersion Programs 1 activity
- Organizes domestic and international trips for program participants and graduatesPlans and facilitates trips as part of its programming for students and offers free and subsidized domestic and international trips to graduates of its programs to deepen community and educational engagement.
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Jewish Textual and Educational Publishing 1 activity
- Produces and distributes multimedia educational content on Jewish topicsCreates and publishes YouTube classes, podcasts, and other digital content on Jewish texts, prayer, and ethical issues in media. Series include "Foundations," "Dilemmas on Screen: A Jewish Perspective," and "The Jewish Prayer Podcast," led by Rabbi Goldshteyn and other speakers.
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Jewish Holiday and Shabbat Community Events 1 activity
- Provides Jewish educational programs and identity development for young JewsOffers diverse programs including social events, educational classes, one-on-one sessions with educators, and online learning through the RAJE Online Academy to empower young Jews to connect with their heritage and explore Jewish identity. These programs target college students and young professionals, with over 10,000 individuals served since 2006.
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Holocaust Survivor Support Services 1 activity
- Supports Holocaust survivors through community partnershipsProvides support services for Holocaust survivors via a partnership with Selfhelp, integrating them into the organization’s broader community support initiatives.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$2.32M
Contributions & grants$1.96M84%
Program service revenue$335K14%
Investment income$26K1%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$2.64M
Program expenses90%
Admin / overhead7%
Fundraising4%
Salaries & benefits$920K
Grants paid out$33K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$965K
Cash$855K
Investments$0
Liabilities$44K
Net assets$921K
Liquid reserves3.9 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +19.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARYEH KATZIN | CEO | 40 | $95K |
| ELINA KHASKIN | CFO | 24 | $74K |
| GABRIEL E HORAN | PROGRAM DIRE | 40 | $51K |
board members · 8
- ALEKSEY SHATS — CHAIRMAN
- DMITRY ZHERNOVSKY — BOARD MEMBER
- ILYA BRODSKY — BOARD MEMBER
- KIRILL ILYAGUEV — BOARD MEMBER
- LENNY SHTEYMAN — SECRETARY
- OLEG LANGBORT — BOARD MEMBER
- YAKOV DOVID KLYUCHNIKOV — BOARD MEMBER
- YELENA KOROSTYSHEVSKAYA — TREASURER
relationships · 15
Who they work with
- Jewish institutions Partner — Collaborates with Jewish institutions locally and globally to support students and alumni.
- Olami Partner — Collaborates on mentorship and Hebrew learning programs.
- Partiful Partner — Utilizes Partiful for event promotion and sign-up.
- Rabbi Benzion Klatkzo Partner — Collaborates with RAJE on the podcast episode 'Gladiator: "And I Will Have My Vengeance" - Does Judaism Allow For Revenge?'
- Rabbi Chaim Willis Partner — Collaborates with RAJE on the podcast episode 'The Godfather: Was Don Corleone A Good Man?'
- Rabbi Menachem Siderson Partner — Collaborates with RAJE on the podcast episode 'Lord of the Rings: Frodo or Sam - Who's The Bigger Hero?'
- Rabbi Mordechai Becher Partner — Collaborates with RAJE on the podcast episode 'Intent to Harm (Miguel) v. Harmful Results (Robby) - What's Worse?'
- Rabbi Moshe Friedman Partner — Collaborates with RAJE on the podcast episodes 'Avengers: Infinity War: Was Thanos Right? Do the Ends Justify the Means?' and 'Nobody Wants This: Intermarriage - What ARE Jewish Values?'
- Rabbi Rick Fox Partner — Collaborates with RAJE on the podcast episodes 'The Matrix: Blue Pill or Red Pill?' and 'Nobody Wants This: Intermarriage'.
- Rabbi Yechezkel Freundlich Partner — Collaborates with RAJE on the podcast episode 'The Office: Jim’s Pranks on Dwight — Fun and Games or Crossing a Line?'
- Rabbi Yoni Ganger Partner — Collaborates with RAJE on the podcast episode 'Whiplash: Pushing to Greatness or Pushing Too Far?'
- Rabbi Yoni Sonnenblick Partner — Collaborates with RAJE on the podcast episode 'Top Gun: Pulling Rooster's Papers - Can Parents Interfere In Their Child's Career?'
- Rabbi Yoni Spinka Partner — Collaborates with RAJE on the podcast episode 'The Office: Jim and Pam - The Ideal Relationship?'
- Selfhelp Partner — Partner organization providing support services for Holocaust survivors.
- Zoom Partner — Uses Zoom for hosting virtual events in Miami.
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.
- Progressive Engagement Model 18 orgsmethodology: progressive-engagementBy offering a multi-level fellowship program that deepens involvement over time, RAJE increases participant commitment and connection to the Jewish community, using structured stages to build identity and leadership capacity.shared approach: Faith-Based Belonging →
- Immersive and Media-Integrated Educationmethodology: immersive_educationBy combining immersive experiences like educational trips with the analysis of popular media, RAJE makes Jewish ethical and philosophical learning accessible and relevant to young Jews, particularly from former Soviet Union backgrounds, thereby strengthening identity through culturally resonant methods.
- Inclusive Community Buildingmethodology: inclusive_community_buildingBy welcoming individuals of all Jewish backgrounds and emphasizing shared history and values over religious observance, RAJE fosters a sense of belonging that strengthens Jewish identity and engagement, particularly among those with weaker ties to formal institutions.
- Personalized and Curated Engagementmethodology: personalized_educationBy using one-on-one educator sessions and curated matching to opportunities, RAJE increases relevance and ownership in learning and participation, because personalized pathways lead to deeper and more sustained engagement.