Jews Of Color Initiative
- Assets
- $3.2m
- Revenue
- $4.8m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 21
- Location
- Berkeley, CA
- Founding
- Data as of
- 06/2023
- EIN
- 86-2742246
Organization Overview
Jews Of Color Initiative is located in Berkeley, CA. According to its NTEE Classification (R05) the organization is classified as: Research Institutes & Public Policy Analysis, under the broad grouping of Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy and related organizations. As of 06/2023, Jews Of Color Initiative employed 21 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Jews Of Color Initiative is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 06/2023, Jews Of Color Initiative generated $4.8m in total revenue.
Since 2023, Jews Of Color Initiative has awarded 26 individual grants totaling $848,460. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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THE JEWS OF COLOR INITIATIVES MISSION IS TO ADVANCE RACIAL EQUITY IN THE U.S. JEWISH COMMUNITY BY CENTERING THE LEADERSHIP OF JEWS OF COLOR AND ENSURING THAT OUR COMMUNITIES AND INSTITUTIONS REFLECT THE MULTIRACIAL REALITY OF THE JEWISH PEOPLE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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GRANT-MAKING WHICH INCLUDES THE PHILANTHROPY FELLOWSHIP: IN FISCAL YEAR 20222023, THE JOCI SUPPORTED OVER 35 ORGANIZATIONS THROUGH GRANTMAKING TO SUPPORT RESEARCH, LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT, CAPACITY BUILDING AND INFRASTRUCTURE FOR JOC-LED AND FOCUSED PROJECTS, AND WORKED TO REACH JOC COMMUNITIES IN NEW LOCALITIES TO CONTINUE TO BUILD OUT THE JEWISH COMMUNAL ECOSYSTEM FOR JEWS OF COLOR IN THE U.S.ADDITIONALLY, THE JOCIS GRANTMAKING EFFORTS INCLUDED STRATEGICALLY ADVANCING THE LEADERSHIP PIPELINE FOR JOC IN THE JEWISH PHILANTHROPIC SPACE BY DEVELOPING THE JOCI PHILANTHROPY FELLOWSHIP, A YEAR-LONG PROGRAM THAT TRAINS THREE FELLOWS TO BECOME HIGHLY SKILLED GRANTMAKERS TO GROW A PROFESSIONAL PIPELINE OF JEWISH PHILANTHROPIC PROFESSIONALS.
HUBS (NY, LA, ETC), INCLUDES THE LEADERS CONVENING: JOCIS PROGRAMMATIC OFFERINGS EXPANDED THIS FISCAL YEAR TO GROW THE NEW YORK HUB, JOC PRO NETWORK, AND HOST THE FIRST EVER JOC LEADERS CONVENING. THE NEW YORK HUB RAN THE SECOND COHORT OF THE JOCI LEADERSHIP FELLOWSHIP, WHICH GIVES YOUNG ADULT JOC FIRSTHAND EXPERIENCE WORKING IN THE JEWISH NONPROFIT SECTOR, AND LAUNCHED THE PROJECT INCUBATOR, WHICH SUPPORTED SEVEN PROJECT LEADERS IN DEVELOPING AND SCALING PROJECTS THAT ENGAGE JEWS OF COLOR IN THEIR REGION.CONTINUED ON SCHEDULE O
RESEARCH / OTHER: SINCE THEIR LAUNCH IN 2019 AND 2021, THE JOCIS MAJOR RESEARCH PROJECTS COUNTING INCONSISTENCIES AND BEYOND THE COUNT CONTINUE TO TRANSFORM THE KNOWLEDGE BASE AND FACILITATE LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES ACROSS THE COMMUNITY, GARNERING ATTENTION FROM THE PEW RESEARCH INSTITUTE, NATIONAL MEDIA, ACADEMICS, COMMUNAL LEADERS, EDUCATORS, AND DEI CONSULTANTS, AND MEMBERS OF THE WHITE HOUSE AND CONGRESS. THIS YEAR, OUR THOUGHT LEADERSHIP EXPANDED TO THE LARGER PHILANTHROPIC FIELD WHEN WE LAUNCHED RACIAL EQUITY-INFORMED PHILANTHROPY: A FUNDER RESOURCE FROM A JEWISH PERSPECTIVE. THIS GUIDE, DEVELOPED IN COLLABORATION WITH SLINGSHOT, DEEPENS EMERGING FUNDERS UNDERSTANDINGS OF RACE, POWER, AND POSSIBILITIES FOR CHANGE.
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PDF Copies of 990 Filings
Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Ilana Kaufman CEO | Officer | 40 | $137,569 |
Tonda Case Sr Dir Fin/oper | Officer | 40 | $87,698 |
Janu Mendel Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Ginna Green Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Thor Kaslofsky Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Christina Jefferson Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $4,722,692 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $4,722,692 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $51,835 |
| Investment income | $11,522 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $4,786,049 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $870,460 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $453,534 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $139,918 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,013,764 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $28,141 |
| Other employee benefits | $173,894 |
| Payroll taxes | $130,663 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $57,462 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $80,527 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $332,525 |
| Advertising and promotion | $14,436 |
| Office expenses | $6,442 |
| Information technology | $14,222 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $76,465 |
| Travel | $88,502 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $79,369 |
| Interest | $50 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $7,226 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $3,476,961 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,977,354 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $236,032 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $985,521 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $10,872 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $3,209,779 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $220,409 |
| Grants payable | $110,000 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $330,409 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,592,125 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,287,245 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $3,209,779 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Jews Of Color Initiative has awarded $848,460 in support to 26 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
AMERICAN SEPHARDI FEDERATION PURPOSE: FISCAL SPONSORSHIP | $10,000 |
AMMUD THE JOC TORAH ACADEMY I PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING | $104,860 |
ALEPH ALLIANCE FOR JEWISH REN PURPOSE: EXEC. LEADERSHIP/FISCAL SPONSORSHIP | $85,000 |
ASSOC JEWISH COMM FED BALT PURPOSE: ENGAGEMENT FELLOWSHIP | $65,000 |
ATLANTA JEWS OF COLOR COUNCIL PURPOSE: EXEC. LEADERSHIP | $14,500 |
BD OF REGENTS OF UNIV WISC PURPOSE: Shalom Curriculum Project | $20,000 |