Jewish Federation of Las Vegas
Jewish Nevada (formerly known as Jewish Federation of Las Vegas) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Las Vegas, Nevada. The organization serves as Nevada's Jewish Federation and the representative body for approximately 70,000 Jews in Nevada. It functions primarily as a fundraising and fund distribution organization, serving as the local chapter of the Jewish Federations of North America.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$29.0M
+2.5% YoY
Annual Giving
$2.2M
-41.4% YoY
Grant Count
58
-6.5% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$38K
-37.4% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Jewish Nevada's mission is to build a vibrant community and sustain Jewish life throughout Nevada, Israel, and around the world. The organization is charged with assessing and addressing the needs of the entire Jewish community in Nevada.
Primary funding areas include:
- Education
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking
- Human Services
- Jewish community services and organizations
- International Jewish causes
Grantmaking
Jewish Nevada administers and allocates charitable funds to international, national, and local Jewish organizations, with a particular focus on Jewish synagogues, schools, and other Jewish organizations.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Jewish Nevada funds organizations and causes in Nevada, California, New York, Israel, and 59 countries around the world.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $28,968,148
- Total Revenue: $6,026,025
- Total Expenses: $5,454,584
- Number of Employees: 37
As of 2023:
- Total Assets: $28.3M
- Total Revenue: $7.53M
- Total Expenses: $7.83M
- Total Liabilities: $1.59M
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $28,968,148 | $28,273,881 | $27,513,796 |
| Revenue | $6,026,025 | $7,531,885 | $8,978,526 |
| Expenses | $5,454,584 | $7,828,822 | $5,330,573 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $1,178,546 | $554,956 | $183,161 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
237 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Jewish Federations of North America ($303,005), Jewish Family Service Agency ($290,250), Adelson Educational Campus ($184,964).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| JEWISH FEDERATIONS OF NORTH AMERICA NEW YORK, NY | CHARITABLE SUPPORT | $303,005 |
| JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE AGENCY LAS VEGAS, NV | CHARITABLE SUPPORT | $290,250 |
| ADELSON EDUCATIONAL CAMPUS LAS VEGAS, NV | CHARITABLE SUPPORT | $184,964 |
| CATHOLIC CHARITIES SN LAS VEGAS, NV | CHARITABLE SUPPORT | $135,560 |
| ACADEMY FOUNDATION LOS ANGELES, CA | CHARITABLE SUPPORT | $125,000 |
| TEMPLE BETH SHOLOM LAS VEGAS, NV | CHARITABLE SUPPORT | $68,361 |
| KEEP MEMORY ALIVE LAS VEGAS, NV | CHARITABLE SUPPORT | $66,000 |
| TEMPLE SINAI LAS VEGAS, NV | CHARITABLE SUPPORT | $62,387 |
| JEWISH SUCCESS INITIATIVE INC NEW HYDE PARK, NY | CHARITABLE SUPPORT | $60,585 |
| CHABAD OF SOUTHERN NV LAS VEGAS, NV | CHARITABLE SUPPORT | $59,875 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Stefanie Tuzman — President & CEO
Key Staff Members:
- Julia Franks — Chief Strategy Officer
- Sari Mann — Director, Nevada Jewish Community Foundation
- Rahel Tennenbaum — Community Impact Manager
- Alyssa Deggan — Associate Director, Philanthropy & Engagement
- Kat Huddleston — Director, Women's Philanthropy & Community Outreach
- Andrew Spivak — Director of Communications and Content
- Marjorie Griebel — Controller
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JENNIFER SHER | CHAIR OF THE | 10 | — |
| BRAD HOWARD | CAMPAIGN CHA | 5 | — |
| MICHAEL BENSHIMON | SECRETARY | 5 | — |
| LISA BASSEWITZ | TREASURER | 5 | — |
| RABBI SANFORD AKSELRAD | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| DR AZIN AZMA | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| JUSTICE MICHAEL CHERRY | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| DONATO CLAY | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| FRAN FINE-VENTURA | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| RICHARD FRANKOFF | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| PAULY FREEDMAN | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| ALLEXANDRA GLASSMAN | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| RICHARD GORDON | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| MELANIE HOWARD | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| SAMANTHA JOHNSON | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| MARLA R LETIZIA | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| ELLIOT MALIN | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| JESSICA MARSHALL | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| ROYI MOAS | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| SUSAN NISSENBAUM | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| JOSHUA PIANKO | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| MARC PICKER ESQ | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| JASON SCHIFRIN | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| GRETA SEIDMAN | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| ADAM SHANE | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| ILANA SHAPIRO | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| BILL SILBEY | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| DARCY SILVER | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| SCOTT STOLBERG | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| RABBI BRADLEY TECKTIEL | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| ELIMELECH TENNENBAUM | DIRECTOR | 5 | — |
| STEFANIE TUZMAN | CEO | 40 | $179,003 |
| MEGAN WEINTRAUB | CPO | 40 | $131,265 |
Contact Information
Main Office: 9510 W Sahara Ave Ste 225 Las Vegas, NV 89117-8812
Phone: 702-732-0556
Website: www.jewishnevada.org
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Jewish Federation of Las Vegas fund?
Jewish Nevada's mission is to build a vibrant community and sustain Jewish life throughout Nevada, Israel, and around the world. The organization is charged with assessing and addressing the needs of the entire Jewish community in Nevada. Primary funding areas include: • Education • Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking • Human Services • Jewish community services and organizations • International Jewish causes
How do I apply for a grant from Jewish Federation of Las Vegas?
Jewish Nevada administers and allocates charitable funds to international, national, and local Jewish organizations, with a particular focus on Jewish synagogues, schools, and other Jewish organizations. **Grant Activity (2024):** • Total giving: $2,336,440 • Total assets: $28,968,148 • Typical award range: $5,030–$1,188,833 **Recent grants made include:** • The Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA): $303,005 • Jewish Family Service Agency: $290,250 • The Dr Miriam and Sheldon G Adelson Ed…
Where does Jewish Federation of Las Vegas make grants?
Jewish Nevada funds organizations and causes in Nevada, California, New York, Israel, and 59 countries around the world.
What size grants does Jewish Federation of Las Vegas award?
In 2024, Jewish Federation of Las Vegas awarded 58 grants totaling $2.2M — an average of about $38K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Jewish Federation of Las Vegas's EIN?
Jewish Federation of Las Vegas's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 88-0098500. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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