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JEWISH COMMUNITY RELATIONS COUNCIL

SCOTTSDALE, AZ · EIN 821553383 · Form 990 · FY2022 · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.jcrcphoenix.org
revenue
$219K
expenses
$207K
net assets
$111K
employees
1
program ratio
100%
mission · from form 990

EXISTS TO FOSTER EDUCATION, DIALOGUE, AND ADVOCACY WITHIN AND OUTSIDE OF THE JEWISH COMMUNITY, TO PROVIDE A COLLECTIVE VOICE IN ADVANCING THE CAUSES OF JUSTICE, COMPASSION AND EQUITY.

profile · synthesized from sources

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.

named programs · 3 · from sources

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
activities · 6 groups

what they do

  • Communal Jewish Holiday Observance 6 activities
    • Advances cross-cultural care and initiatives in health, arts, and spiritual services
      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
      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.
    • Community Cultural and Spiritual Events
      Organizes and supports cultural and spiritual events, such as a Seder event, to provide care addressing creative, psychological, and spiritual needs across cultural and religious boundaries.
    • Organizes community religious and cultural events
      Hosts and organizes religious and cultural gatherings such as a Seder event led by Rabbi Emily Langowitz and Cantor Todd Herzog.
    • Organizes community religious and cultural events
      Hosts and organizes events such as a Seder led by Rabbi Emily Langowitz and Cantor Todd Herzog, fostering communal connection and cultural continuity.
    • Organizes religious and cultural community events
      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.
  • Jewish Community Security Programs 5 activities
    • Administers security support for Jewish institutions via federal grant programs
      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
      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
      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.
    • Advocacy for Jewish Community Security and Rights
      Advocates for the safety and security of Jewish community institutions by addressing security costs and concerns, including through the Nonprofit Security Grant Program. The organization also works to counter misinformation and prejudice targeting Jewish people and Israel, and provides commentary to media outlets on related political issues.
    • Counters antisemitism and misinformation through public commentary and relationship-building
      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.
  • Immigrant Rights Advocacy & Legal Challenges 4 activities
    • Advocates against legislation deemed harmful to Holocaust education and community values
      Actively opposes legislation such as HB2779 and HCR2060 that the organization views as flawed or detrimental to accurate Holocaust education and communal wellbeing.
    • Legislative Advocacy
      Engages in legislative advocacy by opposing specific bills, such as the flawed HB2779 related to Holocaust education and HCR2060.
    • Opposes legislation deemed harmful to Jewish community interests
      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
      Actively opposes specific state legislation such as HB2779 and HCR2060 that the organization views as flawed or detrimental to Holocaust education and community values.
  • Grassroots Mobilization & Advocacy Campaigns 4 activities
    • Builds intergroup alliances and leads public advocacy campaigns
      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
      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
      Builds and strengthens alliances with other communities and organizations, mobilizes public advocacy efforts, and promotes communication to counter prejudice and misinformation.
    • Intergroup Alliance Building and Communication
      Builds and strengthens alliances with other groups to mobilize public advocacy and promote meaningful communication between diverse communities, aiming to heal fractured relationships and reduce xenophobia.
  • Public Discourse on Israel and Jewish Affairs 2 activities
    • Engages in public commentary on antisemitism and political issues
      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
      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.
  • Uncategorized 5 activities
    • Advocates for democratic participation and voting rights
      Encourages civic engagement by emphasizing the importance of voting and participating in the democratic process as a form of community advocacy.
    • Civic Engagement and Voter Education
      Fosters democracy by encouraging people to vote and emphasizing the importance of having their voices heard in the democratic process.
    • Promotes civic participation and democratic engagement
      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
      Encourages voting and active participation in the democratic process as a core civic responsibility, emphasizing the importance of having one's voice heard.
    • Public Health Media Spokesperson
      Serves as a media spokesperson on public health issues, including topics such as aging, end of life, at-risk youth and families, and broader Jewish community concerns.
financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$219K
Contributions & grants$219K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$207K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$91K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$111K
Cash$21K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$111K
Liquid reserves1.2 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +41.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
PAUL ROCKOWER EXECUTIVE DI 40 $90K
board members · 15
  • AARON PRATT — DIRECTOR
  • ADAM GOODMAN — SECRETARY
  • ALAN ZEICHICK — DIRECTOR
  • BONNIE SHARFMAN — VICE CHAIR
  • CARLOS GALINDO-ELVIRA — DIRECTOR
  • CAROL CONSALVO — DIRECTOR
  • CORY SHAPIRO — DIRECTOR
  • JEN ROGERS — DIRECTOR
  • KAYLIE MEDANSKY — DIRECTOR
  • RICHARD KASPER — DIRECTOR
  • STUART GOODMAN — DIRECTOR
  • SUE ADATTO — DIRECTOR
  • SUZY STONE — DIRECTOR
  • TIM ECKSTEIN — BOARD CHAIR
  • VICKI CABOT — TREASURER
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