Chazak
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Chazak is a global Jewish organization that inspires, equips, and unites young people through the profound wisdom of the Torah and the rich Sephardic heritage. Within our diverse community, we strive to foster fulfilling lives and impactful leadership. Our initiatives are founded on our core values of education, leadership, and community, and we provide in-depth exploration of Jewish traditions and the Sephardic ethos. Our initiatives go beyond borders, including retreats and trips all over the world, fostering cultural exchange, and promoting a better understanding of our common heritage. We remain committed to our mission of developing leaders, fostering unity, and ensuring a vibrant future for the Sephardic Jewish community and the world at large.
- Income
- $3.1 million
- Spending
- $3.3 million
- Spent on programs
- 97%
- Reserves
- 0.7 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 7
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Fair: 53 out of 100. Higher than 18% of charities in its peer group (youth development, $1m to $10m).
Reserves
4 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 0.7 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 1% of what it owns.
Living within its means
4 of 15Spending exceeded income by 6% of income.
Income trend
10 of 15Income fell 0% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1597% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Weak: 37 out of 100. Higher than 3% of charities in its peer group (youth development, $1m to $10m).
Independent board
25 of 257 of 7 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
0 of 15Reports no written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
0 of 8Reports no written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
0 of 7Reports no written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
0 of 5Reports that it does not keep minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
0 of 10Did not give the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Independent check of accounts
0 of 15Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Impact evidence
Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.
Programs described in its return (2)
- $2.6 million spent. We are proud to reflect on the enriching 2023 Chazak Pesach experience. This one-of-a-kind journey was designed for Sephardic community members to celebrate and share their rich heritage and distinctive cuisine during the Passover holidays. Our carefully planned itinerary included a variety of lectures and programs for both adults and children to help us better understand and appreciate Sephardic traditions. This experience was more than just a vacation it was a chance for families to reconnect with their roots, participate in meaningful cultural exchanges, and create lasting memories. We are honored to have been a part of this journey of discovery and community building, reinforcing the values and traditions that make our Sephardic heritage so vibrant and alive.
- $653,123 spent. Our vision is to build youth that are energized and equipped with strong ideals and solid tools to ensure a promising future for the whole community. Thousands of teens participate in the weekly programmes and trips that are run to ignite their Jewish pride and passion for learning. Working with all segments of the community, we strengthen and invigorate the level of learning and observance. To date, Chazak content has had over 1.2 million views.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.
Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.
Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 30, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.
On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.
Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 10, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2024.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since November 2020.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.
Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.
Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 7, 2026.
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