Youth Empowerment
Develops leadership skills and agency among American, Israeli, and Palestinian teens to create lasting positive change
Empowers American, Israeli, and Palestinian youth to become agents of peace through dialogue and leadership development
About Organization
Hands Of Peace builds an interconnected network of youth leaders from American, Israeli, and Palestinian communities who contribute to more peaceful societies through dialogue, education, and action. Based in Glenview, IL, the organization has operated since 2002 and reported $812,051 in revenue with 15 employees and 100 volunteers in 2022.
Youth Empowerment
Develops leadership skills and agency among American, Israeli, and Palestinian teens to create lasting positive change
Interfaith Dialogue
Builds bridges between diverse religious and cultural communities through facilitated conversations that promote understanding and equality
Conflict Transformation
Advances positive peace beyond absence of violence by fostering constructive attitudes, systems, and relationships across divides
Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.
Revenue (2022)
$812K
-13% vs 2021
Expenses (2022)
$981K
-2.3% vs 2021
Assets (2022)
$194K
-43.8% vs 2021
Employees (2022)
15
+36.4% vs 2021
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $812,051 | $980,731 | $194,304 | 15 |
| 2021 | $933,674 | $1,004,017 | $345,537 | 11 |
| 2020 | $790,388 | $650,665 | $500,722 | 9 |
| 2019 | $842,770 | $704,776 | $393,970 | 9 |
| 2018 | $999,710 | $1,016,714 | $175,684 | 8 |
| 2017 | $969,923 | $977,138 | $194,268 | 8 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.
Select motivated American, Israeli, and Palestinian teens committed to dialogue and positive change
Guide participants through intensive conversations that build empathy, understanding, and cross-cultural relationships
Equip youth with skills to address conflict, promote justice, and lead peace-building initiatives
Connect alumni through a global network that sustains their commitment to peaceful communities
Services and programs offered by Hands Of Peace
Trains American, Israeli, and Palestinian teens to become change agents through intensive dialogue and leadership education programs
Facilitates structured dialogue sessions between youth from different backgrounds to build understanding and reduce conflict
Provides financial assistance for Palestinian and Muslim students to participate in peace-building programs and educational opportunities
Maintains an interconnected network of program graduates who continue peace-building work in their communities
Meet the people behind Hands Of Peace.
2002
2002
Hands Of Peace established to empower youth as agents of change across divides
2003
2003
Inaugural dialogue program brought together American, Israeli, and Palestinian teens
2006
2006
Received federal recognition as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
2018
2018
Reached peak annual revenue of nearly $1 million supporting expanded programming
Board members, advisors, and key contributors
Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.
Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990
Total Reported (2022)
$49K
Highest Paid
$38K
Scott Rasmussen
Compensated Officers
2
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scott Rasmussen | Executive Director | $38,186 | — | $38,186 | 40 |
| Deborah Fosdick | Executive Director | $11,000 | — | $11,000 | 40 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scott Rasmussen | Executive Director | $80,324 | $10,842 | $91,166 | 40 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scott Rasmussen | Executive Director | $21,058 | $2,500 | $23,558 | 40 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richard Rosenfeld | Executive Director | $56,539 | $10,000 | $66,539 | 40 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rick Rosenfeld | Executive Director | $72,696 | $9,058 | $81,754 | 40 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.
People from this organization who contributed to political campaigns
Data from Federal Election Commission • Individual contributions only
Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)
Total Approved
$133K
Total Forgiven
$134K
101% forgiven
Jobs Retained
15
Source: Small Business Administration • Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)
Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings
Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.