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Mission

UJA-Federation of New York cares for those in need, rescues those in harm's way, and renews and strengthens the Jewish people in New York, in Israel, and around the world.

Programs

The world's largest local philanthropy, UJA-Federation of New York strengthens community and helps 1.4 million persons in New York City, Westchester County, and Long Island, as well as 3 million in Israel and 60 other countries. Funds raised by UJA-Federation sustain the activities of more than 100 health, social-service, educational, and community agencies. Every day, these community-based organizations provide a multitude of services that improve and enhance people's lives.
We care by building compassionate communities. Guided by the principles of chesed (kindness) and tikun olam (repairing the world), we assist the poor, the elderly, families in need, and special populations, providing social and humanitarian services both here in New York and around the world
Our renewal efforts are answering the call of Jews worldwide who seek to learn about their heritage. We support programs to make Jewish education more meaningful, to deepen Jewish identity, and to recruit and train dynamic professionals to serve the Jewish community. Through our initiatives, more individuals and families are embracing the power and joy of Jewish life.
From rescuing Jews in peril to supporting programs aimed at fostering tolerance and diversity, we connect Jewish communities worldwide, building a growing awareness of Klal Yisrael (the entire Jewish people). While we continue to provide aid to Jews in distress or under persecution, we are also devoted to strengthening and sustaining the many Jewish communities around the world.

Program / Activities (NTEE Code)

Other Philanthropy, Voluntarism, and Grantmaking Foundations N.E.C.
Fund Raising Organizations That Cross Categories includes Community Funds/Trusts and Federated Giving Programs) e.g. United Way

Accomplishments for Fiscal Year Ending 12/31/2003

1. The Annual Campaign raised $129.5 million, a five percent increase over the previous year.
2. UJA - Federation of New York raised a total of $259 million from all income streams.
3. In the New York area alone, our agencies provided more than 1 billion dollars in health and human services.

1. Care for those in need, rescue those in harm's way, and renew and strengthen the Jewish people in New York, in Israel, and around the world.

Dr. John Ruskay is Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer of UJA - Federation of New York.

Dr. Ruskay has long been regarded as one of the leading thinkers and practitioners in Jewish education, Diaspora-Israel relations, and organizational change.

He earned his doctorate in political science at Columbia University, and is a well known author and lecturer in the Jewish communal field.

Additional Comments

UJA - Federation of New York is the largest local nonprofit organization in the world. We are one of seven local charities that benefit from The New York Times Neediest Cases Drive. We have received numerous awards for our social service, fundraising and marketing and communications efforts.

Financial Data
From the organization's FORM 990

Revenue and Expenses: Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2008

Revenue			Expenses
Contributions $177,534,000 Government Grants $0 Program Services $243,000 Investments $54,151,000 Special Events $530,000 Sales $0 Other $696,000			Program Services $175,638,000 Administration $18,696,000 Other $34,027,000 Total Expenditures $228,361,000
Total Revenue	$233,154,000		NET GAIN/LOSS	$4,793,000

Balance Sheet: Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2008

Notes
The balance sheet gives a snapshot of the financial health of an organization at a particular point in time. An organization's total assets should generally exceed its total liabilities, or it cannot long survive, but the types of assets and liabilities also must be considered. For instance, an organization's current assets (cash, receivables, securities, etc.) should be sufficient to cover its current liabilities (payables, deferred revenue, current year loan and note payments). Otherwise, the organization may face solvency problems. On the other hand, an organization whose cash and equivalents greatly exceed its current liabilities might not be putting its money to best use.

Assets	Jul 1, 2007	Jun 30, 2008	Change
Cash & Equivalent	$88,386,000	$92,608,000	$4,222,000
Accounts Receivable	$2,119,000	$3,839,000	$1,720,000
Pledges & Grants Receivable	$91,070,000	$81,188,000	$(9,882,000)
Receivables/Other	$20,100,000	$20,564,000	$464,000
Inventories for Sale or Use	$0	$0	$0
Investments/Securities	$957,483,000	$948,875,000	$(8,608,000)
Investments/Other	$1,544,000	$22,255,000	$20,711,000
Fixed Assets	$77,212,000	$75,952,000	$(1,260,000)
Other	$50,131,000	$59,025,000	$8,894,000
Total Assets	$1,288,043,000	$1,304,306,000	$16,263,000
Liabilities	Jul 1, 2007	Jun 30, 2008	Change
Accounts Payable	$19,329,000	$18,436,000	$(893,000)
Grants Payable	$28,667,000	$28,381,000	$(286,000)
Deferred Revenue	$0	$0	$0
Loans and Notes	$0	$0	$0
Tax-Exempt Bond Liabilities	$67,846,000	$66,225,000	$(1,621,000)
Other	$102,135,000	$107,963,000	$5,828,000
Total Liabilities	$217,977,000	$221,005,000	$3,028,000
FUND BALANCE	$1,070,066,000	$1,083,301,000	$13,235,000

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