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JEWISH COMMUNITY RELATIONS COUNCIL

AZ · EIN 821553383 · $219K rev · advocacy · www.jcrcphoenix.org
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The Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) of Greater Phoenix advocates for the safety and rights of the Jewish community while building bridges across faiths and ethnic groups. It works to combat antisemitism and all forms of hate through public advocacy, education, and relationship-building. Grounded in Jewish values, the organization operates locally in Arizona with a focus on community resilience, inclusion, and democratic engagement.

activities · 20

what they do

direct service · 5
  • Advances cross-cultural care and initiatives in health, arts, and spiritual services Jewish Identity and Community Engagement Programs
    Supports programs in the arts, health and human services, and rabbinic and spiritual care, providing culturally sensitive care that addresses creative, psychological, and spiritual needs in both rural and urban settings.
  • Advances cross-cultural health, arts, and spiritual care initiatives Jewish Identity and Community Engagement Programs
    Supports programs in the arts, health and human services, and rabbinic and spiritual care that address creative, psychological, and spiritual needs across cultural and religious boundaries in both rural and urban settings.
  • Organizes community religious and cultural events Regular and Special Religious Services
    Hosts and organizes events such as a Seder led by Rabbi Emily Langowitz and Cantor Todd Herzog, fostering communal connection and cultural continuity.
  • Organizes community religious and cultural events Regular and Special Religious Services
    Hosts and organizes religious and cultural gatherings such as a Seder event led by Rabbi Emily Langowitz and Cantor Todd Herzog.
  • Organizes religious and cultural community events Regular and Special Religious Services
    Hosts and organizes communal religious events such as a Seder led by Rabbi Emily Langowitz and Cantor Todd Herzog, fostering cultural and spiritual connection within the Jewish community.
advocacy · 15
  • Administers security support for Jewish institutions via federal grant programs Jewish Community Security & Advocacy
    Addresses security costs and concerns for Jewish community institutions through participation in the Nonprofit Security Grant Program National Security Supplemental program.
  • Administers security support for Jewish institutions via federal grant programs Jewish Community Security & Advocacy
    Addresses security costs and concerns for Jewish community institutions through participation in the Nonprofit Security Grant Program National Security Supplemental program, enhancing physical and operational safety.
  • Administers security support for Jewish institutions via federal grant programs Jewish Community Security & Advocacy
    Addresses security costs and concerns for Jewish community institutions through participation in the Nonprofit Security Grant Program National Security Supplemental program, helping secure funding and resources for safety improvements.
  • Advocates against legislation deemed harmful to Holocaust education and community values Ballot Measure & Legislative Advocacy
    Actively opposes legislation such as HB2779 and HCR2060 that the organization views as flawed or detrimental to accurate Holocaust education and communal wellbeing.
  • Advocates for democratic participation and voting rights Youth & Community Voter Registration
    Encourages civic engagement by emphasizing the importance of voting and participating in the democratic process as a form of community advocacy.
  • Builds intergroup alliances and leads public advocacy campaigns Community Advocacy & Alliance Building
    Builds and strengthens alliances with other communities and organizations, mobilizes public advocacy efforts, and promotes constructive dialogue to counter prejudice and misinformation.
  • Builds intergroup alliances and leads public advocacy campaigns Community Advocacy & Alliance Building
    Builds and strengthens alliances with other communities and organizations, mobilizes public advocacy efforts, and promotes meaningful communication to advance shared civic goals and combat prejudice.
  • Builds intergroup alliances and leads public advocacy campaigns Community Advocacy & Alliance Building
    Builds and strengthens alliances with other communities and organizations, mobilizes public advocacy efforts, and promotes communication to counter prejudice and misinformation.
  • Counters antisemitism and misinformation through public commentary and relationship-building Jewish Community Security & Advocacy
    Works to heal fractured relationships, reduce prejudice, and counter misinformation targeting the Jewish people and Israel by providing expert commentary in media outlets and engaging in public discourse.
  • Engages in public commentary on antisemitism and political issues Jewish Community Security & Advocacy
    Provides public commentary and media responses on incidents of antisemitism and political developments affecting the Jewish community, including candidate appearances on antisemitic platforms and major events like the October 7th attack on Israel.
  • Issues public commentary on antisemitism and political developments Jewish Community Security & Advocacy
    Provides expert commentary to media outlets such as the AZ Mirror and AZ Republic on issues including antisemitism, political candidate affiliations, and responses to attacks on Israel, amplifying community concerns in public discourse.
  • Opposes legislation deemed harmful to Jewish community interests Ballot Measure & Legislative Advocacy
    Engages in legislative advocacy by formally opposing bills such as HB2779 and HCR2060 that the organization views as flawed or threatening to community values or historical integrity.
  • Opposes legislation deemed harmful to Jewish community interests Ballot Measure & Legislative Advocacy
    Actively opposes specific state legislation such as HB2779 and HCR2060 that the organization views as flawed or detrimental to Holocaust education and community values.
  • Promotes civic participation and democratic engagement Youth & Community Voter Registration
    Encourages voting and civic involvement as part of fostering democracy, emphasizing the importance of having one's voice heard in the democratic process.
  • Promotes civic participation and democratic engagement Youth & Community Voter Registration
    Encourages voting and active participation in the democratic process as a core civic responsibility, emphasizing the importance of having one's voice heard.
strategies · 18

how they think

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named programs · 3

what they call their work

Interfaith and Community Bridge-Building
Fosters dialogue, mutual understanding, and shared action between the Jewish community and other faith and ethnic groups in Greater Phoenix
Public Advocacy and Policy Engagement
Convenes community responses to antisemitism and hate, issues public statements, and engages with policymakers and media on issues affecting the Jewish community and democratic values
Security Advocacy and Support
Works to enhance the safety of Jewish institutions, including advocacy for nonprofit security grants and collaboration with law enforcement
relationships · 8

who they work with

  • ADL Partner — Issued a joint statement condemning "Lynch" remarks.
  • AZ Mirror Partner — Media outlet in which JCRC leadership was quoted regarding antisemitism.
  • AZ Republic Partner — JCRC Board Chair and Secretary were quoted in an article published by AZ Republic.
  • Alan Zeichick Partner — Board chair of JCRC who publicly welcomed the new Executive Director and affirmed organizational direction.
  • Center for Jewish Philanthropy Funder — Receives support from local foundations, including the Center for Jewish Philanthropy.
  • FBI Government — Recognized JCRC Executive Director Paul Rockower for protecting Arizona's Jewish and marginalized communities.
  • Jewish Insider Partner — Collaborated on publishing comments from JCRC Board Chair Alan Zeichick
  • Nonprofit Security Grant Program Government — Federal grant program that supports security for nonprofit organizations