Federation Cja
80% goes to programs $8 to raise $100 Strong reserves Declining revenue
Federation Cja is a 501(c)(3) organization, registered in 1998, with $48,612,502 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it A, and it directs about 80% of spending to programs.
Montreal Quebec H3w 1m6, Canada, 00000 EIN 98-0183709 Since 1998
Revenue (FY2024)
$48.6M
▼ 28.2% vs prior year
Philanthropy median: $168K
Expenses (FY2024)
$52.4M
Net assets
$69.3M
Employees
0
CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
A
AProgram efficiency40% of the rating80% to programs · $8 to raise $100
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. For Federation Cja: 80% to programs · $8 to raise $100 earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
B+Financial health25% of the rating16 mo reserves · -8% margin
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For Federation Cja: 16 mo reserves · -8% margin earns a B+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Governance25% of the rating6 of 6 checks met
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. For Federation Cja: 6 of 6 checks met earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Transparency10% of the rating5 of 5 disclosure signals
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For Federation Cja: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
Federation cja leads in promoting a vibrant inclusive and thriving montreal jewish community. our mission is to preserve and strengthen the quality of jewish life and engagement in montreal israel and the world. fcja is committed to securing and mobilizing human and financial resources promoting jewish values and exercising leadership in service of our mission and as an investment in our future. fcja upholds the fundamental values of accountability transparency and accessibility ever aspiring for greater inclusivity innovation and excellence.
What they do
Strengthening jewish life & continuity: federation cja aims to preserve and strengthen the quality of jewish life engagement and identity of the community members across greater montreal. this commitment aims to ensure the broadest possible exposure of all community members to jewish experiences that are accessible and tailored ti their needs and interests.
Delivering community care with compassion: federation cja is dedicated to expanding and enhancing our social services addressing diverse and evolving community needs. we provide targeted support uplifting vulnerable populations families in crisis and individuals facing challenges. federation cja collaborates with experts to develop accessible mental health resources and initiatives for individuals and families prioritizing well-being across our community.
Other programs consisting of security project combatting antisemitism fair value of loans to schools and to other organizations and services provided to sister agencies human resources security occupancy etc..
Contact & location
- Address
- Montreal Quebec H3w 1m6, Canada, 00000
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- Subcategory
- Public Foundations
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Financial trends
Revenue declined from $83.9M (FY2020) to $48.6M (FY2024) across 5 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $20.6MNet assets $69.3M
Operating margin
-7.8%
Spent more than it raised in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$89.9M
Total liabilities
$20.6M
Net assets
$69.3M
Salaries & benefits
$10.2M
19% of expenses
Board members
21
21 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $48,612,502▼28.2% | $52,391,141▼26.1% | $69,281,591▲0.9% | $89,906,977▲1.7% | 990 |
| 2023 | $67,664,276▲46.0% | $70,895,091▲50.4% | $68,670,817▼4.8% | $88,411,112▼9.0% | 990 |
| 2022 | $46,354,273▼45.0% | $47,153,192▼40.1% | $72,110,901▼7.3% | $97,208,355▲1.6% | 990 |
| 2021 | $84,248,628▲0.4% | $78,750,756▲3.8% | $77,756,674▲7.5% | $95,723,392▼31.7% | 990 |
| 2020 | $83,915,446 | $75,863,087 | $72,335,525 | $140,207,738 | 990 |
Original Form 990 PDFs (the Form column) are served by ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, as filed with the IRS. Create a free account to download the CSV report.
Leadership & compensation (FY2024)
Highest-paid: Yair Szlak — $393,521 (0.75% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yair Szlak | President and Chief Executive Officer | 40 | $393,521 |
| Osnat Suissa | Chief Development Officer | 40 | $242,672 |
| Jonathan Kuczer | Chief Financial and Operating Officer | 40 | $236,917 |
| Natana Shek | Chief Jewish Identity and Engagement Officer | 40 | $212,731 |
| Pamela Teitelbaum | Chief Strategy and Impact Officer | 40 | $203,433 |
| Robert Abitbol | Annual Campaign Co-director | 40 | $168,016 |
| Kim Garzon | Director West Island | 40 | $149,074 |
| Lindsay Rothstein | Director Philanthropic Advancement and Major Donors | 40 | $147,803 |
| Karen Cohen-gazith | Director Bronfman Jewish Education Centre | 40 | $145,418 |
| Tali Chemtob | Annual Campaign Co-director | 40 | $140,624 |
| Adam Weinstock | Nominated Director | 2 | — |
| Alissa Rappaport | Director At Large | 2 | — |
| Anne-marie Boucher | Jcf Representative | 2 | — |
| Daniel Lieberman | Director At Large | 2 | — |
| David Cape | Director At Large | 2 | — |
| Jason Martin | Director At Large | 2 | — |
| Joel Segal | Immediate Past Board Chair | 2 | — |
| Jonathan Sigler | Director At Large | 2 | — |
| Jonathan Wener | Chair Financial Resource Development | 2 | — |
| Karen Soussan | Secretary | 2 | — |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2024)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| International March of the Living | Travel Services | $604,645 |
| Montreal Elite Security | Security Services | $522,979 |
| Giant Leaps Content Activities Ltd | Travel Services | $488,927 |
| Evenements Total Events | Event Rentals & Production | $417,000 |
| Fermar | Cleaning Services | $397,398 |
Grants received · $92K total
5 grants to Federation Cja totaling $92K, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Miami Jewish Federation | General support | 2022 | $18,000 |
| American Endowment Foundation | Programs | 2019 | $5,900 |
| American Endowment Foundation | Programs | 2018 | $12,404 |
| American Endowment Foundation | Programs | 2017 | $28,000 |
| The Us Charitable Gift Trust | Religious | 2014 | $28,000 |
Frequently asked questions
- Is Federation Cja a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Federation Cja is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 98-0183709.
- What is Federation Cja's EIN?
- Federation Cja's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 98-0183709.
- How much revenue does Federation Cja report?
- Federation Cja reported $48,612,502 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of Federation Cja's spending goes to programs?
- Federation Cja spends about 80% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does Federation Cja have?
- CharityIndex grades Federation Cja A, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does Federation Cja's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on Federation Cja's latest Form 990 is $393,521, paid to Yair Szlak (President and Chief Executive Officer).
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Data for Federation Cja (EIN 98-0183709) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.