Youngstown Area Jewish Federation
The mission of the Youngstown Area Jewish Federation is to sustain and enrich the quality of life for the jewish people regionally, in israel and worldwide. We are guided by the values of tzedkah (righteousness), klal yisrael (the responsibility of each jew for another), dor l'dor (the continuity of the jewish people), and tikkun olam (repairing the world). To accomplish this mission, the federation:1. Identifies and addresses needs through the coordination and provision of services by the federation and its agencies, and in partnership with jewish organizations and congregations2. Perpetuates jewish values through education, leadership development, and involvement in jewish activities3. Fosters a sense of unity in the jewish community4. Promotes and protects the civic, economic and religious rights of the jewish people5. Raises and allocates funds.
Youngstown Area Jewish Federation at a glance
In short: Youngstown Area Jewish Federation gave $521K across 2 grants in 2024 (avg $260K), mostly in New York. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $520,562
- +80.2% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 2
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $260,281
- +80.2% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $260,281
- Total assets
- $16,652,506
- -4.0% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- New York (72% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Youngstown Area Jewish Federation
Open Grants
3 open opportunities from Youngstown Area Jewish Federation
The Thomases Family Endowment (Organizations serving the Mahoning and Shenango Valleys) Grant
Youngstown Area Jewish Federation
Amount
US $1,500 - US $25,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
The Thomases Family Endowment of the Youngstown Area Jewish Federation (with a United States mailing address) Grant
Youngstown Area Jewish Federation
Amount
US $1,500 - US $22,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
YAJF: The Thomases Family Endowment (Israeli Organizations (without a United States office)) Grant
Youngstown Area Jewish Federation
Amount
US $2,500 - US $12,500
Deadline
Deadline not published
Who Youngstown Area Jewish Federation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Jewish Federation of North America ($374K). Together the top 2 received $521K.
Grant Size Distribution
10 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $100–250K range: 5 grants of 10 (50%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 2 itemized grants.
Cities
How Youngstown Area Jewish Federation gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (+13%). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $289K (2023) to $521K (2024). In 2024 it made 2 grants totaling $521K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of North America New York, NY | To support organizations that have activities which fall within our mission. | $374,130 |
| Commission for Jewish Education Youngstown, OH | To support organizations that have activities which fall within our mission. | $146,432 |
Ready to take the next step with Youngstown Area Jewish Federation?
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $16,652,506 | $20,879,097 | $20,432,423 | $520,562 | 2 | $10 |
| 2023 | $17,347,427 | $17,961,152 | $19,377,299 | $288,815 | 2 | $3 |
| 2022 | $21,823,145 | $20,509,930 | $17,294,105 | $386,909 | 2 | $15 |
| 2021 | $17,153,890 | $18,773,447 | $14,963,557 | $461,538 | 2 | $341 |
| 2020 | $19,604,322 | $15,716,708 | $14,773,787 | $339,068 | 2 | $2,382 |
About Youngstown Area Jewish Federation
Based on IRS filings
Youngstown Area Jewish Federation is a public charity, based in Youngstown, OH. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $16.7M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 2 grants totaling $521K. Net investment income was $10.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Youngstown Area Jewish Federation is led by Andrew Lipkin, CEO on every filing since 2020; 6 of 28 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Andrew Lipkin
CEO
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$162K (2020) → $194K (2024)
Eric Murray
Executive Director of Senior
Executive Director of Senior → Executive Director of Senior Services, 2022
Executive Director of Senior Services → Executive Director of Senior, 2023
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$101K (2020) → $156K (2024)
Denise Wolf
Executive Director
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
$112K (2021) → $143K (2024)
Kenneth J. Bielecki
Executive Director Jfcs
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$108K (2022) → $125K (2024)
Mark Huberman
President
Board Member → President, 2023
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
David Stauffer
CFO
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$147K (2020) → $167K (2024)
Lisa Michelle Long
Financial Resource Development
Financial Resource Development Director → Financial Resource Development, 2023
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$117K (2022) → $149K (2024)
Amy Hendricks
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Andi Baroff
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Atty Peter Grinstein
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Atty Sam Shapiro
Board Member
Treasurer → Secretary, 2021
Secretary → Board Member, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Bruce Tamarkin
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Lee Burdman
Secretary
Secretary → Treasurer, 2021
Treasurer → Secretary, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Marc Rubin
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Nancy Burnett
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Nancy Wagner
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Richard Marlin
Board Member
Board Member → Immediate Past President, 2022
Immediate Past President → Board Member, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Suzyn Schwebel-Epstein
Immediate Past President
President → Immediate Past President, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Wendy Weiss
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
William Benedikt
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Alice Franklin
Treasurer
Board Member → Treasurer, 2023
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Atty Michael Barr
Board Member & President Elect
Board Member → Board Member & President Elect, 2023
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Bruce Epstein
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jason Rubin
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Ken Miller
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Rachel Kay
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Josh Hill
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Steve Anderson
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (8)
- Former: Sherri Pataki (2023) — Board Member
- Former: Alan Mirkin (2020–2022) — Board Member
- Former: Atty Neil Schor (2020–2022) — Board Member & President Elect
- Former: Mark Perlman (2020–2022) — Board Member
- Former: Melissa Bateman (2020–2021) — Board Member
- Former: Thomas Shapiro (2020–2021) — Board Member
- Former: Gerald Peskin (2020) — Board Member
- Former: Michael Rawl (2020) — Jcc Executive Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $194K, to Andrew Lipkin (CEO). 6 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Youngstown Area Jewish Federation
How much does Youngstown Area Jewish Federation give each year?
Youngstown Area Jewish Federation gave $521K across 2 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $289K across 2 grants.
How large is Youngstown Area Jewish Federation?
Youngstown Area Jewish Federation reported $16.7M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $20.9M.
Where does Youngstown Area Jewish Federation operate?
Youngstown Area Jewish Federation has awarded grants in New York, Ohio.
What is Youngstown Area Jewish Federation's EIN?
Youngstown Area Jewish Federation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 34-0714442. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 15, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 14, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 15, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 14, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 14, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in Youngstown Area Jewish Federation's focus areas in our free grants database
Similar Funders
Similar funders in Ohio
Ohio Child Care Resource and Referral Association
Columbus, OH
OCCRRA funds Ohio organizations serving child care, early learning, and youth development, including through program-specific stabilization and access grants. Its 2025 grants ranged from $6,960 to $50,970, with a median of $30,060. Organizations apply for assistance and are reviewed against program criteria; unsolicited requests are not addressed in the information provided.
Assets
$6.3M
Grants
4
Total Given
$118K
Columbus Foundation
Columbus, OH
The Columbus Foundation supports a broad range of nonprofit work, including arts, education, health, basic needs, neighborhoods, and capacity building, primarily in central Ohio. Its 2024 grants had a median of $21,471, though amounts varied widely. Most grants are directed by donors and aren’t made through an application process, but some specific programs accept applications.
Assets
$2.8B
Grants
1,747
Total Given
$242.7M
The Greater Cincinnati Foundation
Cincinnati, OH
The Greater Cincinnati Foundation funds nonprofits working on education, housing, community and cultural vibrancy, and related regional needs, with responsive grants focused on its eight-county Greater Cincinnati service area. Its 2024 median grant was $20,000, though amounts vary widely; specific opportunities include awards of up to $35,000 for Resilient Communities and up to $450,000 through the Neighborhood Development Fund. It lists RFP and letter-of-intent opportunities but does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.
Assets
$1.0B
Grants
1,408
Total Given
$184.4M
The Cleveland Foundation
Cleveland, OH
The Cleveland Foundation funds education, human services, neighborhoods and housing, health, arts and culture, the environment, economic development, and other community priorities, primarily through grants to nonprofits in Cuyahoga, Lake and Geauga counties. Its 2024 grants ranged from about $5,000 to $17.5 million, with a median of about $30,700. It accepts applications year-round through its standard grant process, with deadlines determining which cycle an application enters.
Assets
$3.3B
Grants
1,016
Total Given
$184.2M
The Scripps Howard Foundation
Cincinnati, OH
The foundation supports journalism education and related programs that foster informed, engaged communities, including journalism fellowships and environmental and technology-focused journalism initiatives. In 2024, grants ranged from $25 to $675,706, with a median of $1,250; funding was concentrated in Maryland and Washington, D.C., followed by Arizona, Ohio, and Colorado. The profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.
Assets
$69.4M
Grants
819
Total Given
$7.4M
Nisource Charitable Foundation
Columbus, OH
The NiSource Charitable Foundation supports nonprofits addressing safety, workforce and economic development, environmental stewardship, STEM and energy education, and basic needs in communities across Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. Its 2024 grants ranged from $60 to $2.1 million, with a median of $3,000. The filing directs applicants to contact the Foundation for application materials and deadlines; it does not state whether unsolicited requests are accepted.
Assets
$43.0M
Grants
683
Total Given
$7.5M
More similar funders
More Funders in Ohio
The filing figures on this page are open data under CC BY 4.0. About GrantGraph Open
Figures come from Youngstown Area Jewish Federation's IRS filings (methodology). AI-written summaries, news items and logos are not covered by the open licence. Spot an error? Email hello@grantable.co.
Youngstown Area Jewish Federation down — hundreds of funders to go?