United Jewish Charities of Greater
United Jewish Charities of Greater Charlotte is a public charity based in Charlotte, North Carolina, serving as a central fundraising and resource distribution organization for the Jewish community. Established in 1995, the organization functions as "The Central Address of the Jewish Community," coordinating philanthropic efforts and community services across the region.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$12.3M
+18.3% YoY
Annual Giving
$3.8M
-27.7% YoY
Grant Count
28
+0.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$135K
-27.7% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization's mission is to raise and distribute funds to support and enrich the lives of Jews locally, nationally, in Israel, and worldwide. Through education and community building, the Federation works to preserve Jewish values, goals, traditions, and connections for current and future generations.
Primary program areas include:
- Centralized fundraising and resource distribution to promote and maintain Jewish activities
- Operation of a Center for Jewish Education accessible to both the Jewish and general community
- Publication of the Charlotte Jewish News, a monthly newspaper providing information on programs, fundraising, and activities of United Jewish Charities and other Jewish nonprofit organizations
- Community planning and community relations
- Leadership development
- Outreach programs including Shalom Baby, PJ Library, and Newcomer Schmoozes
- Specialized giving groups including the Bernstein Leadership Group, NEXTGEN Charlotte (Young Adult Division), Women's Philanthropy, Ben-Gurion Society, Jewish Community Relations Council, Partnership 2Gether, and Teen Israel Scholarships
Grantmaking
The organization distributed $3,791,109 in grants according to its most recent IRS Form 990 filing. Grant awards typically range from $6,000 to $2,902,230. Funding priorities include education, philanthropy, voluntarism, and human services.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The organization funds organizations and initiatives in North Carolina, South Carolina, and New York, with particular emphasis on local Jewish community needs as well as national and international Jewish causes.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2024:
- Total assets: $12,337,327
- Total revenues: $7,949,953
- Total expenses: $6,563,627
- Total giving: $3,791,109
- Staff: 31 employees
The organization has been tax-exempt since April 1997 (EIN: 56-1951745).
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $12,337,327 | $10,432,996 | $7,686,900 |
| Revenue | $7,949,953 | $9,863,282 | $5,221,517 |
| Expenses | $6,563,627 | $7,713,526 | $5,136,335 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $453 | $354 | $117 |
| 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
130 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 A ($1,112,896), Foundation of Shalom Park ($965,851), Sandra & Leon Levine Jewish Community ($399,157).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| All others not exceeding 5000 Charlotte, NC | Program support | $53,118 |
| Bnai Bnai Youth Organization Charlotte, NC | Promote Jewish Identity and personal growth | $18,000 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation New York, NY | Promote Jewish Identity | $8,500 |
| Chabad Lake Norman Cornelius, NC | Program support | $37,000 |
| Charlotte Jewish Day School Charlotte, NC | Scholarships | $215,575 |
| Charlotte Jewish Preschool Charlotte, NC | Scholarships | $100,054 |
| Consolidated High School of Jewish Studi Charlotte, NC | Operating & program support | $30,000 |
| Foundation of Shalom Park Charlotte, NC | Rent Subsidies for Jewish agencies | $965,851 |
| Friendship Circle Charlotte, NC | General operating | $53,200 |
| Hebrew Cemetary Association Charlotte, NC | General operating support | $27,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Susan J Worrel | Former CEO | 55 | $176,594 |
| Samuel Bernstein | Chief Dev & Mktg | 55 | $120,608 |
| Tair Giudice | Chief Imp. Officer | 55 | $125,459 |
| Cheri Martin | Chief Fin. & Admin | 55 | $115,471 |
| Adam Kolett | CEO | 55 | $88,593 |
| Amy Vitner | President | 10 | — |
| Kara Culp | VP FRD | 4 | — |
| Lindsay Muns | VP PA | 2 | — |
| Rachel Campbell | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Jake House | Secretary | 2 | — |
| Slade Goldstein | First VP | 4 | — |
| Stephanie Haynes | Treasurer | 2 | — |
| Sara Kulbersh | Trustee | 2 | — |
| Sharyn Handelsman | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Risa Miller | Past President | 10 | — |
| Eric Althofer | Trustee | 2 | — |
| Laura Philipson | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Karen Spiegler | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Jan Weiner | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Eric Wisotsky | Trustee | 0.5 | — |
| Rebekah Rubenstein | Trustee | 0.5 | — |
| Andrew Lyons | Trustee | 0.5 | — |
| Ben Braun | Trustee | 0.5 | — |
| Rick Glaser | Trustee | 0.5 | — |
| Bonnie Wilson | Trustee | 0.5 | — |
| Jennifer Golynsky | Trustee | 0.5 | — |
| Steve Menaker | Trustee | 0.5 | — |
Contact Information
- Website: www.jewishcharlotte.org
- Address: 5007 Providence Road, Suite 101, Charlotte, NC 28226
- Phone: 704-944-6754
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does United Jewish Charities of Greater fund?
The organization's mission is to raise and distribute funds to support and enrich the lives of Jews locally, nationally, in Israel, and worldwide. Through education and community building, the Federation works to preserve Jewish values, goals, traditions, and connections for current and future generations. Primary program areas include: • Centralized fundraising and resource distribution to promote and maintain Jewish activities • Operation of a Center for Jewish Education accessible to both th…
How do I apply for a grant from United Jewish Charities of Greater?
The organization distributed $3,791,109 in grants according to its most recent IRS Form 990 filing. Grant awards typically range from $6,000 to $2,902,230. Funding priorities include education, philanthropy, voluntarism, and human services. Funds are allocated annually to local, national, and overseas agencies and organizations, with allocations derived primarily from the annual community campaign.
Where does United Jewish Charities of Greater make grants?
The organization funds organizations and initiatives in North Carolina, South Carolina, and New York, with particular emphasis on local Jewish community needs as well as national and international Jewish causes.
What size grants does United Jewish Charities of Greater award?
In 2024, United Jewish Charities of Greater awarded 28 grants totaling $3.8M — an average of about $135K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is United Jewish Charities of Greater's EIN?
United Jewish Charities of Greater's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 56-1951745. 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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