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    The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington

    The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington

     

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    501(c)(3) organization

    Donations are tax-deductible

    http://www.shalomdc.org

    6101 Executive Boulevard
    Suite 100
    North Bethesda MD 20852

    301-230-7200


    North Bethesda MD | IRS ruling year: 1941 | EIN: 53-0212445  

     

    Organization Mission

    The Jewish Federation mobilizes people to address the most critical opportunities and challenges facing our diverse and growing Jewish community. We empower and inspire community builders, leaders, and organizations to connect with purpose-joining together to build a strong and vibrant Jewish future.

    The Jewish Federation envisions an open, connected, and vibrant Jewish community that cares for each other, fosters Jewish learning and journeys, embraces Jewish peoplehood and Israel, and acts as a force for good in the world. Our mission is to inspire, build, and sustain vibrant Jewish life in a changing world by mobilizing our community in common purpose, intentional innovation, and effective action.

     


    Rating Information

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    Great


    This charity's score is 96%, earning it a Four-Star rating. If this organization aligns with your passions and values, you can give with confidence.


    This overall score is calculated from multiple beacon scores, weighted as follows: 80% Accountability & Finance, 10% Leadership & Adaptability, 10% Culture & Community. Learn more about our criteria and methodology.

    Beacon Weights  
    Historical Ratings  

    Rating Report

    • Impact & Results
    • Accountability & Finance
    • Culture & Community
    • Leadership & Adaptability
    Accountability & Finance
    Impact & ResultsAccountability & FinanceCulture & CommunityLeadership & Adaptability

     

    Accountability & Finance

     

    Score

    97

    Most Recent Fiscal Year:
    FY 2022

    This beacon provides an assessment of a charity's financial health (financial efficiency, sustainability, and trustworthiness) and its commitment to governance practices and policies.

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    Key Accountability Metrics

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    Majority Independent Board Members - 99% independent members6 out of 6 points  
    Independent Board Size - 128 independent members6 out of 6 points  
    Financial Statements - Audit and Oversight Committee12 out of 12 points  
    Material Diversion of Assets - None12 out of 12 points  

    Tax Form Disclosures and Policies

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    Website Listed on Tax Form - Listed3 out of 3 points  
    Conflict of Interest Policy - Listed5 out of 5 points  
    Whistleblower Policy - Listed5 out of 5 points  
    Document Retention and Destruction - Listed5 out of 5 points  
    Documents Board Meeting Minutes - Yes3 out of 3 points  
    Compensates Board - No5 out of 5 points  
    Tax Form Distributed to Board Before Filing - Missing0 out of 3 points  
    Loans to/from Officers - Missing5 out of 5 points  
    Reports CEO and Compensation on Tax Form - Listed5 out of 5 points  
    CEO Compensation Process - Listed5 out of 5 points  

    Website Disclosures

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    Tax Form Posted on Nonprofit's Website - Listed5 out of 5 points  
    Audit Posted on Nonprofit's Website - Listed5 out of 5 points  
    Staff Members Listed on Nonprofit's Website - Listed3 out of 3 points  
    Board Members Posted on Nonprofit's Website - Listed5 out of 5 points  
    Donor Privacy Policy Posted on Nonprofit's Website - Missing0 out of 2 points  

    Financial Metrics

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    Liabilities to Assets: Ratio - 23.83%25 out of 25 points  
    Program Expense: Ratio - 83.21%25 out of 25 points  
    Fundraising Efficiency: Ratio - $0.0925 out of 25 points  
    Working Capital: Ratio - 6.66 years25 out of 25 points  

    Additional Information

    Total Revenue and Expenses - Data Available  
    Salary of Key Persons - Data Available  
    IRS Published Data (Business Master File) - Data Available  
    Data Sources (IRS Forms 990) - Data Available  

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