JEWISHcolorado is a 501(c)(3) public charity and community foundation based in Denver, Colorado. Formerly known as the Allied Jewish Federation of Colorado, the organization serves as the umbrella community organization for Jewish life in Colorado. The organization convenes, connects, invests in, and protects Jewish communities locally, in Israel, and globally.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$79.3M
+0.0% YoY
Annual Giving
$5.9M
+7.8% YoY
Grant Count
150
+80.7% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$39K
-40.3% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: We convene, connect, invest, and protect Jewish life in Colorado, Israel, and around the world.
JEWISHcolorado's primary program areas include:
Community Security & Safety: The organization secured nearly $2 million in Nonprofit Security Grants to assist Colorado organizations with safety and security. Regional security advisors have provided safety and security training to more than 6,500 individuals at more than 60 agencies, institutions, and synagogues across the state, and have conducted dozens of site security assessments to Jewish organizations and synagogues at no cost.
Jewish Community Relations: The Jewish Community Relations Council partners with state leadership on advocacy issues, including antisemitism and anti-Israel statements in K-12 schools, universities, city councils, and the state legislature.
Israel Emergency Fundraising: The organization raises emergency funds distributed through the Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) to organizations working on the ground in Israel, including The Jewish Agency and American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee.
Jewish Community Foundation: JEWISHcolorado is home to the Jewish Community Foundation, providing a philanthropic platform for investors, endowment stewards, and donor-advised fund holders.
Grantmaking
JEWISHcolorado makes grants through multiple mechanisms:
Grant Range
** Typical awards range from $5,000 to $5,341,000.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
JEWISHcolorado's grantmaking priorities focus primarily on:
- Colorado
- New York
- California
The organization also maintains living links with Israel through emergency fundraising and partnership with national and international agencies.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024 (most recent filing):
- Total Assets: $79,250,151
- Total Revenues: $22,764,465
- Total Expenses: $23,666,049
- Total Giving: $16,701,002
- Staff: 38 employees
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $79,250,151 | $79,249,701 | $78,139,748 |
| Revenue | $22,764,465 | $11,766,982 | $10,473,003 |
| Expenses | $23,666,049 | $18,871,958 | $17,567,739 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $356,309 | $-1,740,636 | $-6,408,020 |
| 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
250 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Bais Menachem Inc ($530,529), Congregation Emanuel ($237,442), Boulder Jcc ($67,118).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Access Books Los Angeles, CA | General Operating Support | $6,684 |
| Aish of the Rockies Greenwood Village, CO | General Operating Support | $14,660 |
| American Academy in Berlin New York City, NY | General Operating Support | $34,550 |
| American Friends of Magen David Adom New York, NY | General Operating Support | $17,113 |
| American Immigration Council Washington, DC | General Operating Support | $7,200 |
| AMERICAN ISRAEL EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC Washington, DC | General Operating Support | $34,000 |
| AMERICAN JEWISH COMMITTEE New York, NY | General Operating Support | $11,000 |
| AMERICAN JEWISH JOINT DISTRIBUTION COMMITTEE INC New York, NY | General Operating Support | $30,800 |
| American Jewish World Service Inc New York, NY | General Operating Support | $15,000 |
| AMIGOS DEL MUSEO DEL BARRIO INC New York, NY | General Operating Support | $25,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- President & CEO: Renée Rockford
- Chief Financial Officer: John Stilwell
- Chief Development Officer: Willie Recht
- Chief Culture Officer: Stephanie Geller
- Director, Donor Engagement: Jill Katchen
- Director, Women's Philanthropy: Roberta Witkow
- Young Adult Division Director: Jenna Raimist
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ben Lusher | Board Chair | 4 | — |
| Joey Friedmann | Secretary | 4 | — |
| Neil Oberfeld | Vice Chair | 4 | — |
| Steve Kaplan | Treasurer | 4 | — |
| Adam Laarsen | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Adriane Greenberg | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Alan Brandt | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Alon Mor | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Aza Squarer | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Brandon Rattiner | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Brian Ratner | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Carla Kutnick | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Carly Schlafer | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Charlene Loup | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Dana Friedman | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Diana Zeff Anderson | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Elizabeth Barrakette | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Emily Hyatt | RMRC Representative through May | 4 | — |
| Gil Selinger | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Hirsch Neustein | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Jessica Pivar | Board Member | 4 | — |
| John Chanin | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Jonathan Perlmutter | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Josh Demby | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Joshua Ginsberg-Margo | RMRC Representative - May-Present | 4 | — |
| Justin Jaffe | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Kendra Goldstein | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Mark Sidell | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Matt Most | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Robert Kaufmann | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Ross Chotin | Board Member | 4 | — |
| Ruth Malman | Board Member | 4 | — |
| John Stilwell | Chief Business and Finance Officer | 37.5 | $183,893 |
| Julie Lieber | Chief Jewish Life and Engagement Officer | 37.5 | $142,380 |
| Renee Rockford | CEO | 37.5 | $309,926 |
| Stephanie Geller | Chief Culture Officer | 37.5 | $99,770 |
| Dan Leshem | Director of JCRC | 37.5 | $124,580 |
| Jennifer Kraft | Senior Director of Design Philanthropy | 37.5 | $107,174 |
| Rabbi Jay Strear | former CEO | — | $110,422 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
JEWISHcolorado awarded $78,600 in Staenberg Anything Grants to 16 Colorado Jewish organizations (2025)
JEWISHcolorado Awards $78600 in Staenberg Anything Grants\u2122 to ...Applications opened for 2026 Anything Grants program
JEWISHcolorado Awards $78600 in Staenberg Anything Grants\u2122 to ...The organization continues to expand its security training initiatives, having trained more than 6,500 individuals across the state
Ongoing advocacy work through the Jewish Community Relations Council on antisemitism and related issues in educational institutions and government bodies
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does JEWISHColorado fund?
**Mission:** We convene, connect, invest, and protect Jewish life in Colorado, Israel, and around the world. JEWISHcolorado's primary program areas include: • **Community Security & Safety:** The organization secured nearly $2 million in Nonprofit Security Grants to assist Colorado organizations with safety and security. Regional security advisors have provided safety and security training to more than 6,500 individuals at more than 60 agencies, institutions, and synagogues across the state, an…
How do I apply for a grant from JEWISHColorado?
JEWISHcolorado makes grants through multiple mechanisms: **Staenberg Anything Grants™:** The organization awards grants through this program. In 2025, JEWISHcolorado awarded $78,600 in Staenberg Anything Grants to 16 Colorado Jewish organizations. Applications for the 2026 Anything Grants program have been opened. **Grant Range:** Typical awards range from $5,000 to $5,341,000. **Total Giving:** $16,701,002 (based on most recent IRS Form 990 filing for 2024) **Focus Areas:** Education, Philanth…
Where does JEWISHColorado make grants?
JEWISHcolorado's grantmaking priorities focus primarily on: • Colorado • New York • California The organization also maintains living links with Israel through emergency fundraising and partnership with national and international agencies.
What size grants does JEWISHColorado award?
In 2024, JEWISHColorado awarded 150 grants totaling $5.9M — an average of about $39K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is JEWISHColorado's EIN?
JEWISHColorado's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 01-0831698. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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