Community Security
Protects Jewish community through security initiative providing protection, training, and resources for synagogues, schools, and institutions ensuring safe practice of Judaism.
Federation advancing Jewish life through philanthropy, security, and community support
About Organization
This federation raises and allocates resources supporting Jewish community locally, in Israel, and worldwide. With 238 employees and $138.7 million in assets, it operates Campaign for Jewish Needs funding programs including community security, Holocaust survivor support, and Israel initiatives.
Community Security
Protects Jewish community through security initiative providing protection, training, and resources for synagogues, schools, and institutions ensuring safe practice of Judaism.
Social Services
Funds beneficiary agencies providing education, social services, Holocaust survivor support, and programs addressing community needs through Campaign for Jewish Needs.
Israel Connection
Supports Israel through program funding, Birthright trips, community missions, and partnerships addressing youth development, security, and humanitarian needs.
Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.
Revenue (2021)
$138.7M
+35.3% vs 2021
Assets (2021)
$597.8M
+14.6% vs 2021
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | $102,566,954 | $91,988,179 | $521,768,610 | 238 |
| 2020 | — | — | — | — |
| 2020 | $113,020,772 | $83,980,510 | $589,585,655 | 245 |
| 2019 | $76,588,151 | $80,365,356 | $479,016,103 | 247 |
| 2018 | $95,988,551 | $80,259,677 | $494,561,259 | 233 |
| 2017 | $113,290,065 | $110,417,705 | $480,727,052 | 221 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.
Conducts annual Campaign for Jewish Needs raising resources supporting local, Israel, and worldwide Jewish programs.
Distributes funds to beneficiary agencies supporting education, social services, security, and community initiatives.
Provides physical protection and emergency training for Jewish institutions through Community Security Initiative.
Maintains partnerships funding programs in Israel and facilitating community engagement through missions and trips.
Services and programs offered by Jewish Federation Of Cleveland
Protects Jewish institutions through Community Security Initiative providing safety resources, training, and protection for synagogues, schools, and community centers.
Supports Holocaust survivors through assistance programs addressing health, social, and financial needs ensuring dignity and care.
Funds Israel initiatives including youth futures, security support, Birthright trips, and missions connecting Cleveland community with Israel.
Awards grants to beneficiary agencies and programs supporting Jewish education, social services, and community needs through Campaign for Jewish Needs.
Meet the people behind Jewish Federation Of Cleveland.
1952
1952
Received IRS tax-exempt status as charitable organization supporting Jewish community locally and worldwide.
2017
2017
Raised $113.3 million with 221 employees supporting expanded programs including security and Holocaust survivor initiatives.
2020
2020
Operated with 245 employees and $113.0 million revenue providing comprehensive community services and Israel support.
2021
2021
Manages $597.8 million in assets with 238 employees funding security, Holocaust survivor care, and Israel programs.
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 (2021)
$3.1M
Highest Paid
$633K
Erika B Rudin-Luria
Compensated Officers
13
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erika B Rudin-Luria | President * See Sch O | $453,002 | $179,893 | $632,895 | 40 |
| Barry Reis | ASST Treasurer, SR. VP & CFO | $363,380 | $50,819 | $414,199 | 40 |
| Oren Baratz | Senior VP-External Affairs | $206,547 | $10,766 | $217,313 | 40 |
| Rachel Lappen | Chief Development Officer | $205,907 | $10,931 | $216,838 | 40 |
| Daniel Strom | VP, Chief Information Officer | $202,120 | $10,481 | $212,601 | 40 |
| Carol Wolf | ASST. VP,Planned Giving & Endowments | $157,870 | $41,749 | $199,619 | 40 |
| Abbie Levin | ASST Secretary, SR. VP Operations | $171,216 | $19,713 | $190,929 | 40 |
| Tami Caplan | Secretary, SR. VP & CHRO | $135,631 | $51,579 | $187,210 | 40 |
| Allen Roth | SR. Director,Business Applications | $134,470 | $52,231 | $186,701 | 40 |
| Robert Berick | ASST VP, Chief Marketing Officer | $161,015 | $21,597 | $182,612 | 40 |
| Kari Blumenthal | Managing Director Of Finance | $135,985 | $23,073 | $159,058 | 40 |
| Stephen Hoffman See Sch O | Trustee/President Emeritus | $20,329 | $137,494 | $157,823 | 0.5 |
| J David Heller See Sch O | Ttee/BD Chair Thru 6/9/22 | $0 | $153,685 | $153,685 | 7.4 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erika B Rudin-Luria | President * See Sch O | $387,207 | $111,834 | $499,041 | 40 |
| Barry Reis | ASST Treasurer, SR. VP & CFO | $332,413 | $47,022 | $379,435 | 40 |
| Oren Baratz | Senior VP-External Affairs | $198,407 | $10,360 | $208,767 | 40 |
| Daniel Strom | VP, Chief Information Officer | $192,102 | $10,226 | $202,328 | 40 |
| Carol Wolf | ASST. VP,Planned Giving & Endowments | $152,112 | $38,919 | $191,031 | 40 |
| Abbie Levin | ASST Secretary, SR. VP Operations | $167,851 | $18,522 | $186,373 | 40 |
| Allen Roth | SR. Director,Business Applications | $131,033 | $48,439 | $179,472 | 40 |
| Tami Caplan | Secretary, SR. VP & CHRO | $131,585 | $47,635 | $179,220 | 40 |
| Robert Berick | ASST VP, Chief Marketing Officer | $158,053 | $17,255 | $175,308 | 40 |
| Rachel Lappen | Chief Development Officer | $168,256 | $5,595 | $173,851 | 40 |
| Shelley Marcus | ASST. VP - Development | $131,875 | $40,200 | $172,075 | 40 |
| Stephen Hoffman See Sch O | Trustee/President Emeritus | $18,643 | $68,220 | $86,863 | 0.5 |
| J David Heller See Sch O | Trstee/BD Chair | $0 | $71,970 | $71,970 | 7.7 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erika B Rudin-Luria | President | $393,530 | $55,333 | $448,863 | 40 |
| Barry Reis | ASST Treasurer & CFO | $346,640 | $47,132 | $393,772 | 40 |
| Oren Baratz | Senior VP-External Affairs | $189,115 | $9,885 | $199,000 | 40 |
| Daniel Strom | Chief Information Officer | $187,028 | $9,953 | $196,981 | 40 |
| Robert Berick | Managing Director, Marketing & Communication | $158,334 | $35,873 | $194,207 | 40 |
| Shelley Milin Marcus | ASST VP-Development | $149,656 | $39,912 | $189,568 | 40 |
| Carol Wolf | Managing DIR/Development | $146,398 | $40,698 | $187,096 | 40 |
| Abbie Levin | Senior VP - Operations | $165,031 | $17,699 | $182,730 | 40 |
| Tami Caplan | Secretary | $130,578 | $43,882 | $174,460 | 40 |
| Nancy Hoffner | ASST Treasurer | $146,558 | $21,652 | $168,210 | 40 |
| Stephen Hoffman | Trustee/President Emeritus | $17,352 | — | $17,352 | 0.5 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen H Hoffman | President/Trustee | $654,895 | $35,059 | $689,954 | 40 |
| Barry Reis | ASST Treasurer & CFO | $324,989 | $45,775 | $370,764 | 40 |
| Erika Rudin-Luria | Senior VP/President | $161,593 | $45,224 | $206,817 | 40 |
| Shelley Milin Marcus | ASST VP-DEV/Major Gifts | $147,900 | $38,361 | $186,261 | 40 |
| Daniel Strom | CIO | $176,837 | $9,422 | $186,259 | 40 |
| Oren Baratz | Senior VP-External Affairs | $175,753 | $9,204 | $184,957 | 40 |
| Carol Wolf | Managing DIR/Development | $135,572 | $41,946 | $177,518 | 40 |
| Abbie Levin | VP-Development/Campaign | $158,288 | $16,621 | $174,909 | 40 |
| Hedy Milgrom | Senior VP/CDO Thru 6/30/19 | $155,070 | $10,202 | $165,272 | 30 |
| Nancy Hoffner | ASST Treasurer | $139,514 | $21,184 | $160,698 | 40 |
| Tami Caplan | Secretary | $119,065 | $40,388 | $159,453 | 40 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen H Hoffman | President | $557,199 | $45,851 | $603,050 | 40 |
| Barry Reis | ASST Treasurer & CFO | $308,482 | $44,076 | $352,558 | 40 |
| Hedy Milgrom | Senior VP & CDO | $198,041 | $13,434 | $211,475 | 40 |
| Erika Rudin-Luria | Secretary & Senior VP | $154,569 | $41,998 | $196,567 | 40 |
| Alan Gross | VP - Endowment Developmt | $180,966 | $10,939 | $191,905 | 40 |
| Shelly Milin Marcus | ASST VP-DEV/Major Gifts | $147,638 | $35,226 | $182,864 | 40 |
| Oren Baratz | Senior VP-External Affairs | $167,315 | $8,833 | $176,148 | 40 |
| Daniel Strom | CIO | $166,741 | $8,905 | $175,646 | 40 |
| Carol Wolf | Managing DIR/Development | $127,453 | $38,267 | $165,720 | 40 |
| Abbie Levin | VP-Development/Campaign | $149,499 | $15,758 | $165,257 | 40 |
| Nancy Hoffner | ASST Treasurer | $133,770 | $19,848 | $153,618 | 40 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.
People from this organization who contributed to political campaigns
North Olmsted, OH
Shaker Hts, OH
Solon, OH
Shaker Heights, OH
Solon, OH
Beachwood, OH
Data from Federal Election Commission • Individual contributions only
Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)
Total Approved
$2.6M
Total Forgiven
$2.7M
101% forgiven
Jobs Retained
184
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.
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