Jewish Federation Council of Greater Los Angeles
77% goes to programs $13 to raise $100 Strong reserves Growing revenue
Jewish Federation Council of Greater Los Angeles is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Los Angeles, California, registered in 1960, with $82,570,585 in FY2023 revenue. CharityIndex grades it A, and it directs about 77% of spending to programs.
6505 Wilshire Blvd Ste 800, Los Angeles, CA, 90048 EIN 95-1643388 Since 1960
Revenue (FY2023)
$82.6M
▲ 66.1% vs prior year
Philanthropy median: $168K
Expenses (FY2023)
$65.0M
Net assets
$159.9M
Employees
155
CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
A
BProgram efficiency40% of the rating77% to programs · $13 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 Jewish Federation Council of Greater Los Angeles: 77% to programs · $13 to raise $100 earns a B on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
AFinancial health25% of the rating30 mo reserves · +21% 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 Jewish Federation Council of Greater Los Angeles: 30 mo reserves · +21% 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 Jewish Federation Council of Greater Los Angeles: 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 Jewish Federation Council of Greater Los Angeles: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
Based on jewish values, the jewish federation of greater los angeles convenes and leads the community and leverages its resources to assure the continuity of the jewish people, support a secure state of israel, care for jews in need here and abroad, and mobilize on issues of concern to the community, all with our local, national, and international partners.
What they do
Caring for jews in need: the federation leverages the strength of its community to provide aid for jews in need. the well-being of jewish seniors is also a core priority, especially when a senior is a holocaust survivor. our work also includes seeing to daily necessities of those in need, connecting people to the skills and services necessary to be self-sufficient, and ensuring children with special needs and other at-risk cases have their needs met and can participate in jewish life. the federation is able to care for our own community by working with partners in los angeles, israel, and around the world.
Community engagement: the jewish federation has engaged in our city, promoting an inclusive community that reflects the best of american and jewish values. the pursuit of a just society, ensuring a strong jewish future and promoting a safe and vibrant israel are the enduring cornerstones of our work. we engage the community by providing robust service and volunteer opportunities, shaping policy and advocating for israel. together as a community, and with diverse partners across los angeles, we can shape the future of our city.
Contact & location
- Address
- 6505 Wilshire Blvd Ste 800, Los Angeles, CA, 90048
- City
- Los Angeles
- State
- California
- Subcategory
- Federated Giving Programs
- Phone
- …
- Website
- …
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $49.2M (FY2013) to $82.6M (FY2023) across 11 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2023)
Liabilities $38.0MNet assets $159.9M
Operating margin
21.3%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$198.0M
Total liabilities
$38.0M
Net assets
$159.9M
Salaries & benefits
$17.6M
27% of expenses
Board members
57
57 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $82,570,585▲66.1% | $64,963,083▲33.1% | $159,917,666▲19.2% | $197,963,413▲16.6% | 990 |
| 2022 | $49,725,747▲13.5% | $48,801,064▲5.3% | $134,185,624▼10.8% | $169,719,111▼11.1% | 990 |
| 2021 | $43,794,151▼11.5% | $46,354,901▲1.2% | $150,516,078▲6.6% | $190,865,704▲3.1% | 990 |
| 2020 | $49,503,483▲0.4% | $45,785,223▼11.4% | $141,170,300▲11.1% | $185,160,964▲11.8% | 990 |
| 2019 | $49,318,919▼9.2% | $51,676,686▼12.5% | $127,012,040▲9.2% | $165,637,905▲9.4% | 990 |
| 2018 | $54,287,699▼4.2% | $59,030,860▲12.8% | $116,338,807▼8.2% | $151,374,954▼6.9% | 990 |
| 2017 | $56,676,288▲18.8% | $52,333,358▲0.2% | $126,734,655▲11.8% | $162,580,919▲10.2% | 990 |
| 2016 | $47,708,956▼6.1% | $52,208,996▼2.9% | $113,308,981▼1.2% | $147,474,863▼0.5% | 990 |
| 2015 | $50,815,920▼2.3% | $53,754,068▼0.4% | $114,631,195▼5.0% | $148,224,361▼1.4% | 990 |
| 2014 | $51,998,629▲5.7% | $53,950,337▲7.2% | $120,709,019▼1.9% | $150,254,129▼2.3% | 990 |
| 2013 | $49,192,559 | $50,336,562▲1.4% | $123,015,360▲5.2% | $153,790,114▲7.3% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $49,645,134▼6.0% | $116,967,861▲15.7% | $143,379,540▲13.0% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $52,810,010▼3.0% | $101,093,477▼4.4% | $126,881,663▼1.4% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $54,446,755 | $105,706,408 | $128,684,720 | 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: Noah Farkas — $551,619 (0.85% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noah Farkas | Ceo/president | 38 | $551,619 |
| Ivan Wolkind | Cfo/coo (thru 5/1/2023) | 38 | $541,609 |
| Rebecca Sobelman-stern | Evp Chief Program Officer | 38 | $334,690 |
| Andrew Cushnir | Evp Chief Development Officer | 38 | $330,455 |
| Robert Goldenberg | Chief Creative Officer | 38 | $277,631 |
| Alisa Finsten | Chief of Staff / Chief Operating Officer | 38 | $222,436 |
| Marcia Berman | Svp Development | 38 | $211,308 |
| Shira Rosenblatt | Svp Jewish Educ & Eng | 38 | $205,856 |
| Steven Singer | Svp Development | 38 | $205,837 |
| Elizabeth Berger | Sr Vp Donor Rel & Planned | 38 | $203,485 |
| Amy Popkin | Svp Donor Relations | 38 | $176,405 |
| Kathryn Weiss | Svp Strategy & Data Operations | 38 | $163,932 |
| Joanna Mendelson | Svp Community Engagement | 38 | $162,101 |
| Maggie Williams | Chief Financial Officer | 38 | $85,890 |
| Alan Kleinman | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Albert Z Praw | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Alex M Weingarten | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Allison Gingold | Board Member | 1 | — |
| Allison Rosenthal | Vice Chair of the Board | 1 | — |
| Andrea G Cayton | Board Member | 1 | — |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2023)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Nastec International Inc | Security | $1,025,178 |
| Johnson Controls Inc | Construction | $933,580 |
| World Express Travel | Travel Services | $883,924 |
| Vaco LLC | Consulting / Temporary Labor | $429,961 |
| Twenty3ventures LLC | Consulting | $300,000 |
Grants received · $98.0M total
247 grants to Jewish Federation Council of Greater Los Angeles totaling $98.0M, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings — showing the 15 most recent.
Grants made · $35.6M in FY2023
149 grants totaling $35.6M in FY2023 — showing the 15 largest. All grants made by Jewish Federation Council of Greater Los Angeles →
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Jewish Federations of North America Inc | Program supplies/books scholarships/stipends grant expense | $20,422,301 |
| Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles | To enhance the jewish community | $3,505,000 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | To enhance the jewish community | $1,221,689 |
| Bureau of Jewish Education of Greater Los Angeles | Student financial aid | $619,725 |
| Shalom Institute Camp and Conference Center | To enhance the jewish community | $543,155 |
| Tikvah-etta & Lazear Israel Center For the Developmentally Disabled | To enhance the jewish community | $455,000 |
| Bet Tzedek | To enhance the jewish community | $380,000 |
| Jvs Socal | To enhance the jewish community | $362,046 |
| Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters Association of Los Angeles | Program supplies/books camperships scholarships/stipends grant expense | $357,245 |
| Camp Ramah In California Inc | Camperships scholarships/stipends grant expense | $347,674 |
| Silverlake Independent Jewish Community Center | Student financial aid | $246,000 |
| American Jewish University | Camperships scholarships/stipends | $229,747 |
| Touch of Kindness | To enhance the jewish community | $225,000 |
| Westside Jewish Community Center Inc | Scholarships/stipends grant expense student financial aid | $212,800 |
| Beit Tshuvah | To enhance the jewish community | $207,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Jewish Federation Council of Greater Los Angeles a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Jewish Federation Council of Greater Los Angeles is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 95-1643388, based in Los Angeles, California. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Jewish Federation Council of Greater Los Angeles's EIN?
- Jewish Federation Council of Greater Los Angeles's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 95-1643388.
- How much revenue does Jewish Federation Council of Greater Los Angeles report?
- Jewish Federation Council of Greater Los Angeles reported $82,570,585 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2023 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of Jewish Federation Council of Greater Los Angeles's spending goes to programs?
- Jewish Federation Council of Greater Los Angeles spends about 77% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does Jewish Federation Council of Greater Los Angeles have?
- CharityIndex grades Jewish Federation Council of Greater Los Angeles A, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does Jewish Federation Council of Greater Los Angeles's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on Jewish Federation Council of Greater Los Angeles's latest Form 990 is $551,619, paid to Noah Farkas (Ceo/president).
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Data for Jewish Federation Council of Greater Los Angeles (EIN 95-1643388) 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.