Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Campus Life
82% goes to programs $11 to raise $100 Strong reserves Growing revenue
Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Campus Life is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Washington, District of Columbia, registered in 1993, with $73,217,039 in FY2023 revenue. CharityIndex grades it A, and it directs about 82% of spending to programs.
800 8th St Nw, Washington, DC, 20001 EIN 52-1844823 Since 1993
Revenue (FY2023)
$73.2M
▲ 14.3% vs prior year
Religion median: $139K
Expenses (FY2023)
$65.8M
Net assets
$63.6M
Employees
241
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 rating82% to programs · $11 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 Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Campus Life: 82% to programs · $11 to raise $100 earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
AFinancial health25% of the rating12 mo reserves · +10% 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 Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Campus Life: 12 mo reserves · +10% margin earns a A 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 Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Campus Life: 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 Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Campus Life: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
The organization's primary exempt purpose is to enhance jewish life for college and university communities in north america and throughout the world.
What they do
Hillel's israel action and addressing antisemitism program (iap) is a leading provider of israel education and engagement on college campuses, equipping students to navigate an increasingly challenging environment. as anti-israel and antisemitic activity take on more overt and exclusionary forms, iap provides ongoing support for campuses facing crises while also creating opportunities for positive israel engagement through broad-reaching programs and experiences. through proactive programming, crisis response, and post-crisis support, iap strengthens campus hillels and fosters a sense of community among pro-israel students. by building comprehensive israel engagement plans and providing critical resources, iap ensures that jewish students feel empowered to express their identity and advocate for israel. through these efforts, iap helps create a new generation of student activists who confidently support israel while maintaining connections with their broader campus communities. the hillel international israel leadership network (iln) empowers a new generation of top israel focused student leaders across north american campuses through education, advocacy, and community engagement. by providing comprehensive training and resources, iln equips students to effectively counter anti-israel narratives, foster meaningful dialogue, and create vibrant israel-focused programming on their respective campuses. iln membership empowers hundreds of campus hillels with strong leaders who mobilize peers in support of israel and the jewish community.
Israel immersive (birthright) birthright israel seeks to ensure that every eligible young jewish adult around the world, especially the less connected, is given the opportunity to visit israel on this educational journey. birthright israel program aims to give the gift of an educational trip to israel to 50,000 young jewish adults each year. hillel international is a trip organizer and major provider of these trips through its campus connections and recruitment efforts.
Contact & location
- Address
- 800 8th St Nw, Washington, DC, 20001
- City
- Washington
- State
- District of Columbia
- Category
- Religion-Related
- Subcategory
- Jewish Organizations
- Phone
- …
- Website
- …
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $26.1M (FY2013) to $73.2M (FY2023) across 11 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2023)
Liabilities $5.8MNet assets $63.6M
Operating margin
10.1%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$69.4M
Total liabilities
$5.8M
Net assets
$63.6M
Salaries & benefits
$24.1M
37% of expenses
Board members
19
18 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $73,217,039▲14.3% | $65,786,735▲7.1% | $63,560,767▲18.1% | $69,398,102▲17.5% | 990 |
| 2022 | $64,053,823▲10.7% | $61,438,103▲16.6% | $53,819,487▲8.7% | $59,051,644▼0.9% | 990 |
| 2021 | $57,858,837▲24.3% | $52,709,797▲21.6% | $49,501,108▲5.7% | $59,597,632▲1.5% | 990 |
| 2020 | $46,549,759▲3.5% | $43,342,789▼8.9% | $46,853,021▲18.8% | $58,717,792▲17.9% | 990 |
| 2019 | $44,989,171▼13.2% | $47,566,473▼9.8% | $39,424,475▼6.8% | $49,812,183▼5.9% | 990 |
| 2018 | $51,815,662▼0.6% | $52,727,645▲2.7% | $42,289,103▼3.3% | $52,957,974▼1.7% | 990 |
| 2017 | $52,146,630▲1.7% | $51,316,639▲15.8% | $43,725,469▲13.2% | $53,852,982▲8.8% | 990 |
| 2016 | $51,272,873▲43.2% | $44,307,034▲28.4% | $38,618,160▲28.9% | $49,481,977▲24.5% | 990 |
| 2015 | $35,817,073▲18.6% | $34,513,235▲12.4% | $29,959,235▲2.6% | $39,741,994▲1.5% | 990 |
| 2014 | $30,189,331▲15.5% | $30,695,517▲19.8% | $29,213,090▼2.8% | $39,167,777▼3.7% | 990 |
| 2013 | $26,128,225 | $25,626,671▼5.2% | $30,056,317▲5.7% | $40,688,198▲4.6% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $27,029,698▼4.4% | $28,422,634▼0.2% | $38,889,191▲0.5% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $28,272,738▲3.2% | $28,468,402▼10.8% | $38,689,349▼8.0% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $27,398,647▲7.6% | $31,915,003▲4.0% | $42,034,622▲1.9% | 990 |
| 2009 | — | $25,459,962 | $30,679,825 | $41,242,258 | 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 (FY2023)
Highest-paid: Adam Lehman — $590,981 (0.90% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adam Lehman | President & Ceo | 40 | $590,981 |
| Tim Cohen | Sr Vp of Leadership Giving | 40 | $310,078 |
| Shari Merrill | Coo | 40 | $307,147 |
| Sara Fried | Chief External Affairs Officer | 40 | $306,242 |
| Mark Rotenberg | Vp of University Initiatives | 40 | $300,977 |
| Graham Noah Hoffman | Chief Stragety Officer | 40 | $259,461 |
| Dan Smokler | Chief Innovation Officer | 40 | $254,934 |
| Benjamin Berger | Vp Jewish Education | 40 | $249,089 |
| Sam Klein | Cfo | 40 | $247,987 |
| Shira Koch Epstein | Exc Dir of Ctr For Rabbinic | 40 | $234,178 |
| Abby Doft | Vice Chair | 2 | — |
| Bruce Sholk | Member | 2 | — |
| Charles Cohen | Member | 2 | — |
| David Rittberg | Member | 2 | — |
| David Yaffe | Member | 2 | — |
| Debbie Yunker Kail | Member | 2 | — |
| Doug Berman | Treasurer | 2 | — |
| Estee Portnoy | Vice Chair | 2 | — |
| Gali Polichuk | Member | 2 | — |
| Hilda Applbaum | Member | 2 | — |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2023)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Upstart Ideas Ltd | Consulting | $277,085 |
| Smash Productions LLC | Audio/visual Svcs | $261,762 |
| Greek Peak Holdings LLC | Lodging | $194,031 |
| Richmond Print Group LLC | Advertising/mrkt. | $167,774 |
| David Makovsky | Honorarium | $142,500 |
Grants received · $83.7M total
304 grants to Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Campus Life totaling $83.7M, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings — showing the 15 most recent.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jewish Communal Fund | In furtherance of grantee's tax-exempt purpose | 2024 | $4,046,567 |
| Jewish Community Fdn of the Jewish Federation Council of Greater La | General support | 2024 | $146,190 |
| Gs Donor Advised Philanthropy Fund For Wealth Management Inc | Religious | 2024 | $60,500 |
| Columbus Foundation | Advancing philanthropy | 2024 | $50,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit | To support education | 2024 | $44,000 |
| Fjc | General operating support | 2024 | $30,708 |
| United Way Miami Inc | General support | 2024 | $25,763 |
| Paypal Charitable Giving Fund | General support | 2024 | $25,305 |
| Charities Aid Foundation America | Charitable donation | 2024 | $22,940 |
| Raymond James Charitable Endowment Fund | General support | 2024 | $20,260 |
| United Jewish Foundation | To enrich the lives of jewish students | 2024 | $11,550 |
| The Us Charitable Gift Trust | For recipient's exempt purpose | 2024 | $10,208 |
| Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust Inc | Unrestricted general support | 2024 | $10,000 |
| Community Foundation of New Jersey | Religion | 2024 | $10,000 |
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc | General support | 2024 | $8,837 |
Grants made · $10.6M in FY2023
150 grants totaling $10.6M in FY2023 — showing the 15 largest. All grants made by Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Campus Life →
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Campus Life | Program grant | $412,730 |
| Hillel Foundation At the University of Arizona | Program grant | $282,425 |
| Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Campus Life | Program grant | $278,384 |
| Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Campus Life | Program grant | $251,366 |
| Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago | Program grant | $243,083 |
| Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Campus Life | Program grant | $237,370 |
| Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Campus Life | Program grant | $235,076 |
| Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Campus Life | Program grant | $225,888 |
| Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Chorus Life | Program grant | $218,507 |
| Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Campus Life | Program grant | $195,560 |
| Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Campus Life | Program grant | $194,242 |
| Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Campus Life | Program grant | $183,600 |
| Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Campus Life | Program grant | $167,729 |
| Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Campus Life | Program grant | $159,575 |
| Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Campus Life | Program grant | $151,008 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Campus Life a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Campus Life is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 52-1844823, based in Washington, District of Columbia. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Campus Life's EIN?
- Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Campus Life's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 52-1844823.
- How much revenue does Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Campus Life report?
- Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Campus Life reported $73,217,039 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2023 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Campus Life's spending goes to programs?
- Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Campus Life spends about 82% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Campus Life have?
- CharityIndex grades Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Campus Life A, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Campus Life's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Campus Life's latest Form 990 is $590,981, paid to Adam Lehman (President & Ceo).
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Data for Hillel the Foundation For Jewish Campus Life (EIN 52-1844823) 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.