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Hillels of Georgia Inc

EIN 58-2051970 · Atlanta, GA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood74 out of 100GovernanceGood85 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

To engage and enrich the lives of Jewish undergraduate and graduate students so that they may enrich the Jewish people and the world by empowering students to build vital Jewish communities on campus and inspire them to embrace a future of hope and possibility formed by Jewish values. By offering a wide array of social, educational, social action, artistic, cultural, Israeli and religious programs, the organization inspires students to embark on their own personal journey and to find connection to their Jewish heritage.

Income
$2.9 million
Spending
$3.2 million
Spent on programs
67%
Reserves
4 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 94%
Employees
16
Volunteers
40
Highest pay
$227,419, ceo

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Good: 74 out of 100.

  • Reserves

    20 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 4.0 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 4% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    4 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 13% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 5% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    67% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 14 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Good: 85 out of 100.

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    19 of 19 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

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • 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 June 30, 2025, 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. $1.0 million spent. Community building - Hillel engages and empowers students in meaningful public service and inspires students to address social justice issues creatively. Through a variety of volunteer projects, students are able to explore Jewish values and social justice. Engaging and empowering students in meaningful public service provides opportunities to enrich the lives of the students and expose them to ways of becoming involved in the communities in which they live and beyond. Participation in social action activities encourages students to act out the Jewish value of Tikkun olam (repairing the world). Programming in this area includes but is not limited to: leading Shabbat services at the William Breman Jewish Home, "Challah for hunger," tree planting for Tu b'Shvat, and alternative break trips.
  2. $709,061 spent. Jewish living and learning - Hillel fosters Jewish student growth by developing a variety of Jewish religious and spiritual communities, celebrating Jewish holidays and Shabbat in a pluralistic and open environment, and exploring our rich traditions and culture through creative activities and memorable experiences; we want our students to grow Jewishly. By offering a variety of religious and spiritual opportunities, students will be able to develop an understanding of Judaism's many forms (ex. Religious observance and practice). Students will also have the ability to link the meaning and relevance of Jewish history and traditions to Jewish life today. Programming in this area includes but is not limited to: text study, lunch and learn, and Shabbat and holiday observance.
  3. $408,246 spent. Israel - Hillel cultivates among Jewish students a passion about Israel and a sense of personal attachment with the country and its people. Hillel provides all students opportunities to learn about Israel and its central role in defining the Jewish experience today and provides a safe space for students to express a wide spectrum of views regarding their relationships with Israel. By fostering a positive relationship with Israel and helping students navigate the contours of the political tensions surrounding Israel, Hillel can help students grow in their relationship with the Jewish community with greater maturity and deeper sense of attachment to the Jewish homeland. With that comes a greater confidence in their sense of self as Jews and in their ability to convey their commitment to Israel and Jewish life to others with passion. Programming in this area includes but is not limited to: outdoor cultural festivals, advocacy sessions, speakers, film screenings, and travel abroad.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, 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 June 2025.

    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 October 1994.

    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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