Industry Advocacy
Represents member interests in policy processes and advocates for legislative and regulatory positions supporting industry success.
Umbrella organization for Jewish philanthropic federations across North America
About Organization
Based in New York, NY, The Jewish Federations of North America represents and supports over 140 Jewish federations and 300 independent communities. The organization reported $152.7 million in revenue for 2023, mobilizing resources and leadership to strengthen Jewish communities, support Israel, and provide humanitarian assistance through a network serving millions of people.
Industry Advocacy
Represents member interests in policy processes and advocates for legislative and regulatory positions supporting industry success.
Member Education
Delivers professional development programs, conferences, and resources advancing member knowledge and competencies.
Standards Promotion
Develops and promotes industry standards, best practices, and quality improvement initiatives enhancing professional excellence.
Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.
Revenue (2021)
$364.9M
+37.8% vs 2020
Expenses (2021)
$285.1M
+11.8% vs 2020
Assets (2021)
$337.5M
+19.6% vs 2020
Employees (2021)
174
+1.8% vs 2020
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $364,901,523 | $285,098,727 | $337,548,993 | 174 |
| 2020 | $264,865,615 | $255,007,227 | $282,120,416 | 171 |
| 2019 | $253,751,654 | $265,221,117 | $273,845,110 | 173 |
| 2018 | $273,232,188 | $270,733,207 | $283,116,192 | 179 |
| 2017 | $263,260,859 | $260,262,238 | $292,149,568 | 183 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.
Recruit and engage members providing value through advocacy, education, resources, and networking opportunities.
Monitor policy issues and advocate for positions supporting member interests and favorable industry environment.
Promote best practices, professional standards, and quality improvement initiatives advancing industry excellence.
Disseminate research, industry data, and insights informing member operations and strategic decisions.
Services and programs offered by The Jewish Federations of North America Inc
Represents member interests in legislative and regulatory processes affecting industry practices and business environment.
Delivers education programs, conferences, and training advancing member knowledge and professional competencies.
Meet the people behind The Jewish Federations of North America Inc.
1935
1935
Established to represent industry interests and provide member services supporting professional excellence.
2024
2024
Operating with $364.9M in revenue and 174 staff serving member professionals.
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)
$3.9M
Highest Paid
$699K
Eric Fingerhut
Compensated Officers
13
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eric Fingerhut | President & CEO | $646,134 | $52,876 | $699,010 | 50 |
| Becky Caspi | Director General Israel Office | $339,391 | $37,547 | $376,938 | 50 |
| Elana Broitman | Senior Vice President | $298,208 | $44,183 | $342,391 | 50 |
| Ruth Raskas | Chief Growth Officer | $331,068 | $10,174 | $341,242 | 50 |
| Shira Hutt | Executive Vice President | $320,936 | $17,235 | $338,171 | 50 |
| Davi Ellis | Chief Information Officer | $269,038 | $46,724 | $315,762 | 50 |
| David Kessel | Associate Vice President | $284,954 | $16,969 | $301,923 | 50 |
| Dirk Bird | Vice President | $244,817 | $50,000 | $294,817 | 50 |
| Irit Gross | Associate Vice President | $220,587 | $45,399 | $265,986 | 50 |
| Amanda Goldstein | Vice President | $234,022 | $8,325 | $242,347 | 50 |
| Pam Kurtzman | Senior Vice President | $170,152 | $9,816 | $179,968 | 50 |
| Pamela A Zaltsman | CFO Thru 8/2021 | $122,701 | $15,320 | $138,021 | 25 |
| Robert Spodek | CFO - Began September 2021 | $68,327 | $10,554 | $78,881 | 50 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eric Fingerhut | President & CEO | $584,133 | $72,905 | $657,038 | 50 |
| Mark Gurvis | Executive Vice President | $429,774 | $50,617 | $480,391 | 50 |
| Becky Caspi | Director General Israel Office | $308,089 | $79,119 | $387,208 | 50 |
| Davi Ellis | Chief Information Officer | $282,889 | $16,358 | $299,247 | 50 |
| Shira Hutt | Executive Vice President | $271,974 | $17,295 | $289,269 | 50 |
| David Kessel | Associate Vice President | $269,159 | $18,135 | $287,294 | 50 |
| Irit Gross | Associate Vice President | $220,990 | $44,758 | $265,748 | 50 |
| Beth Cousens | Associate Vice President | $216,146 | $43,413 | $259,559 | 50 |
| Beth Mann | Vice President | $223,823 | $22,426 | $246,249 | 50 |
| Pamela A Zaltsman | Chief Financial Officer | $180,437 | $17,436 | $197,873 | 37.5 |
| Becky Porath | General Counsel | $171,542 | $20,777 | $192,319 | 50 |
| Pam Kurtzman | Senior Vice President | $167,864 | $10,248 | $178,112 | 50 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gerrald B Silverman | President & CEO Thru 9/2019 | $470,699 | $48,213 | $518,912 | 50 |
| Mark Gurvis | Executive Vice President | $408,746 | $41,388 | $450,134 | 50 |
| Becky Caspi | Director General Israel Office | $303,387 | $77,830 | $381,217 | 50 |
| Eric Fingerhut | President & CEO Eff. 7/2019 | $293,900 | $29,377 | $323,277 | 50 |
| Renee Rothstein | Senior Vice President | $296,532 | $23,846 | $320,378 | 50 |
| Shari Cohen | Vice President | $275,648 | $40,007 | $315,655 | 50 |
| William Daroff | Senior Vice President | $271,771 | $37,617 | $309,388 | 50 |
| David Kessel | Associate Vice President | $266,786 | $15,106 | $281,892 | 50 |
| Irit Gross | Associate Vice President | $217,241 | $39,186 | $256,427 | 50 |
| Beth Mann | Vice President | $215,366 | $26,286 | $241,652 | 50 |
| Kimberlee Fish | Executive Director | $209,555 | $21,968 | $231,523 | 50 |
| Becky Porath | General Counsel | $177,065 | $42,714 | $219,779 | 50 |
| Brian Abrahams | Senior Vice President | $186,074 | $9,061 | $195,135 | 50 |
| Pamela A Zaltsman | Chief Financial Officer | $179,852 | $12,110 | $191,962 | 37.5 |
| Pam Kurtzman | Senior Vice President | $166,024 | $6,965 | $172,989 | 50 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gerrald B Silverman | President & CEO Through 9/19 | $635,677 | $60,069 | $695,746 | 50 |
| Mark Gurvis | Executive Vice President | $385,774 | $42,275 | $428,049 | 50 |
| Brian Abrahams | Senior Vice President | $315,753 | $45,059 | $360,812 | 50 |
| Becky Caspi | Director General Israel Office | $277,045 | $70,767 | $347,812 | 50 |
| William Daroff | Senior Vice President | $301,308 | $42,027 | $343,335 | 50 |
| Renee Rothstein | Senior Vice President | $286,373 | $23,136 | $309,509 | 50 |
| David Kessel | Associate Vice President | $256,738 | $19,364 | $276,102 | 50 |
| Irit Gross | Associate Vice President | $213,014 | $40,549 | $253,563 | 50 |
| Beth Mann | Vice President | $209,748 | $23,425 | $233,173 | 50 |
| Shari Cohen | Vice President | $193,767 | $30,918 | $224,685 | 50 |
| Kimberlee Fish | Executive Director | $204,139 | $19,131 | $223,270 | 50 |
| Becky Porath | General Counsel | $171,779 | $43,896 | $215,675 | 50 |
| Pamela A Zaltsman | Chief Financial Officer | $176,313 | $11,932 | $188,245 | 37.5 |
| Pam Kurtzman | Senior Vice President | $162,656 | $6,858 | $169,514 | 50 |
| David Mallach | V-Uia/Executive VP-Ief | $82,589 | $42,114 | $124,703 | 20 |
| Name | Title | Base | Other | Total | Hrs/Wk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gerrald B Silverman | President & CEO | $634,849 | $59,150 | $693,999 | 5 |
| Mark Gurvis | Executive Vice President | $369,783 | $39,996 | $409,779 | 5 |
| Brian Abrahams | Senior Vice President | $310,603 | $44,190 | $354,793 | 5 |
| Becky Caspi | Director General Israel Office | $279,742 | $67,346 | $347,088 | 5 |
| William Daroff | Senior Vice President | $294,548 | $35,120 | $329,668 | 5 |
| Renee Rothstein | Senior Vice President | $279,828 | $21,189 | $301,017 | 5 |
| David Kessel | Associate Vice President | $240,448 | $36,541 | $276,989 | 5 |
| Beth Mann | Vice President | $205,912 | $20,321 | $226,233 | 5 |
| Geri Palast | Executive Director | $198,817 | $18,621 | $217,438 | 5 |
| Kimberlee Fish | Executive Director | $199,446 | $17,224 | $216,670 | 5 |
| Ethan Felson | Executive Director | $200,373 | $10,578 | $210,951 | 5 |
| Becky Porath | General Counsel | $163,761 | $41,985 | $205,746 | 5 |
| Pamela A Zaltsman | Chief Financial Officer | $171,986 | $11,759 | $183,745 | 37.5 |
| Pam Kurtzman | Senior Vice President | $159,471 | $6,763 | $166,234 | 5 |
| David Mallach | V-Uia/Executive VP-Ief | $80,008 | $43,812 | $123,820 | 2 |
Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.
Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)
Total Approved
$3.1M
Total Forgiven
$3.1M
101% forgiven
Jobs Retained
219
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.
Government awards and grants from USAspending.gov
| Agency | Award ID | Type | Period | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HHS | 90HSSG0001 | COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT (B) | 2020-2025 | $32,636,000 |
| HHS | 90HSSG0002 | COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT (B) | 2025-2028 | $8,389,500 |
Source: USAspending.gov. Amounts represent total federal obligations.
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