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Jerusalem Institute of Justice Inc

EIN 47-1817557 · Mckinney, TX

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthStrong100 out of 100GovernanceGood80 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The mission of the Jerusalem Institute of Justice, Inc. is to advance human rights, strengthen democracy, and promote justice by supporting programs that provide legal aid and advocacy to vulnerable populations, public diplomacy and education to counter antisemitism and misinformation, and policy research to drive systemic reform. The organization fulfills this mission primarily by directing grants to the Jerusalem Institute of Justice Ltd., headquartered in Jerusalem, Israel, which implements these programs on the ground.

Income
$1.3 million
Spending
$938,005
Spent on programs
86%
Reserves
12.4 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 98%
Employees
3
Highest pay
$110,000, director

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

Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 88% of charities in its peer group (international, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    35 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 12.4 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 26% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 57% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    86% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 5 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

Good: 80 out of 100. Higher than 33% of charities in its peer group (international, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    7 of 7 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    0 of 5

    Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.

  • Independent check of accounts

    0 of 15

    Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports 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 (3)
  1. $329,600 spent. Legal Aid and Human Rights Advocacy. In 2024, JIJ Inc. supported the provision of free legal aid to 2,733 survivors of terrorism, human trafficking, and discrimination, including 40 survivors of human trafficking, 17 survivors of the October 7th massacre, 170 new immigrant families, and 112 refugees from Ukraine, Russia, and Eritrea. Grants to JIJ Ltd. enabled attorneys to represent vulnerable individuals in court, submit petitions to the High Court of Justice, and provide ongoing support to families in crisis.
  2. $286,524 spent. Public Diplomacy and Education. JIJ leveraged its United Nations consultative status to present forensic evidence and survivor testimony to senior UN officials and diplomats from over 23 countries, securing recognition of the scale and scope of Hamas' atrocities against Israeli children, women, and the elderly. In 2024, JIJ also completed post-production of its 1-hour documentary "Saturday October 7th," featuring the testimonies of seven survivors of the October 7th massacre. The film is available for free screenings on U.S. college and university campuses, promoting awareness and countering denialism. JIJ's internship and education programs trained 33 university students from 16 countries, focused on combatting antisemitism and countering pro-terror agendas. Over the last 20 years, JIJ has hosted more than 400 interns and fellows from 20 countries, equipping them with the tools to advocate for justice, human dignity, and the rule of law.
  3. $189,958 spent. Research and Policy Development. Through research and policy initiatives, JIJ Inc. supported the preparation of policy briefs, legal petitions, and international reports designed to influence systemic reforms in Israel. In 2024, these efforts included submissions to the United Nations and engagement with legislators to strengthen protections for human trafficking survivors, terror victims, and vulnerable minorities. JIJ's policy work continues to amplify the voices of affected communities and ensure accountability at both national and international levels.

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

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since January 2015.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.

  6. 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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