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Jewish Wisdom Foundation

EIN 47-4315104 · Farmingtn Hls, MI

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood85 out of 100GovernanceFair52 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

To create a dynamic community of Jews, nourished by mutual respect and honest, open dialogue, challenging stereotypes, invigorating curiosity, plumbing the depths of their great heritage and empowering a revolution in Jewish identity. In New York City, the Foundation operates Kii.

Income
$470,025
Spending
$402,946
Spent on programs
72%
Reserves
3 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 100%
Employees
2
Volunteers
5

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

Good: 85 out of 100. Higher than 59% of charities in its peer group (education, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    20 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 3.0 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 4% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 14% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 42% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    72% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 7 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

Fair: 52 out of 100. Higher than 24% of charities in its peer group (education, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    18 of 25

    3 of 3 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    0 of 15

    Reports no written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    0 of 8

    Reports no written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    0 of 7

    Reports no 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.

  • Independent check of accounts

    6 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 (4)
  1. $92,653 spent. Friday Night and Festival Meals: The Kii Center serves as a welcoming community space, open every Friday night and during major festivals. We host large-scale gatherings and meals for Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur Break-Fast, Sukkot, Purim, Passover, and Shavuot. These events offer thousands of meals for young professionals, blending the comfort of a home-like atmosphere with the lively environment of the Kii Center.
  2. $69,740 spent. Educational Programs: Kii offers a range of educational opportunities, including classes, large seminars, small group discussions, and one-on-one sessions, all designed to present Judaism in a way that is engaging, meaningful, and personal. These programs foster a lasting connection, relevant to today and into the future. Offerings include a weekly women?s class, a men?s session, and a Business Ethics series.
  3. $66,875 spent. Community and Social Events: Kii is committed to fostering meaningful connections among young Jewish adults by hosting a variety of social gatherings throughout the year. Our events range from singles mixers and seasonal celebrations to parties marking both Jewish and American holidays, such as Sukkot, Thanksgiving, Chanukah, and Purim. Activities include arcade nights, casino-themed evenings, ice sculpting, and cooking competitions. We hold large monthly events for hundreds of young professionals as well as weekly gatherings that offer a more focused, intimate setting?all in a welcoming, inclusive environment where young Jews can connect and socialize.
  4. $60,147 spent. Social Action Initiatives: Kii's social action projects aim to cultivate a spirit of giving. We believe this value should be instilled, nurtured, and encouraged, ensuring that current and future generations embrace this foundational principle of Judaism. We organize events and volunteer opportunities for young Jewish adults in New York, which this year have included: delivering soup to vulnerable people on the streets of NY, support for victims of terror attacks, a ?Build a Board? project to create and donate skateboards to children in foster care, aid for Holocaust survivors, care packages for essential workers including doctors, EMTs, police, and firefighters, and a partnership with Tomchei Shabbos to provide food relief for 1,000 families.

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 October 13, 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 November 6, 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 October 13, 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 October 13, 2026.

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

    Recognized by the IRS since September 2015.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 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 November 4, 2026.

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