American Israel Public Affairs Committee
- Assets
- $170.6m
- Revenue
- $79.4m
- Investments
- $411.1k
- Employees
- 376
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Founding
- 01/1968
- Data as of
- 09/2023
- EIN
- 53-0217164
Organization Overview
American Israel Public Affairs Committee is located in Washington, DC. The organization was established in 1968. According to its NTEE Classification (Q20) the organization is classified as: Promotion of International Understanding, under the broad grouping of International, Foreign Affairs & National Security and related organizations. As of 09/2023, American Israel Public Affairs Committee employed 376 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. American Israel Public Affairs Committee is a 501(c)(4) and as such, is described as a "Civic League, Social Welfare Organization, and Local Association of Employees" by the IRS.
For the year ending 09/2023, American Israel Public Affairs Committee generated $79.4m in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 8 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (3.5%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $83.1m during the year ending 09/2023. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (2.8%) per year over the past 8 years. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO STRENGTHEN AND EXPAND THE U.S.-ISRAEL RELATIONSHIP IN WAYS THAT ENHANCE THE SECURITY OF THE UNITED STATES AND ISRAEL.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
POLITICAL: TO SUPPORT PRO-ISRAEL POLITICS BY MAKING DIRECT POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS TO PRO-ISRAEL MEMBERS OF CONGRESS (MOCS) AND CANDIDATES THROUGH A CONNECTED POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE, THE AIPAC PAC, AND THROUGH UNITED DEMOCRACY PROJECT, AN "INDEPENDENT EXPENDITURE ONLY" COMMITTEE, MORE COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS A SUPER PAC. TO PROVIDE INFORMATION AND ACCESS TO AN ON-LINE PORTAL TO FACILITATE MEMBERS WHO WISH TO CONTRIBUTE DIRECTLY TO MOCS AND CANDIDATES ON BEHALF OF THE PRO-ISRAEL COMMUNITY. TO ENCOURAGE OUR MEMBERS TO PARTICIPATE IN THE DEMOCRATIC PROCESS BY VOTING AND TO REACH OUT TO CANDIDATES AND POTENTIAL CANDIDATES TO EDUCATE THEM ON PRO-ISRAEL ISSUES.
INFORMATION AND MEMBER EDUCATION: TO GATHER AND DISSEMINATE INFORMATION ON ISSUES AFFECTING THE U.S - ISRAEL RELATIONSHIP. IN ADDITION, HOST MISSION TRIPS TO ISRAEL EDUCATING PARTICIPANTS AND OTHER NATIONAL LEADERS ON THE IMPORTANCE OF THE U.S. - ISRAEL RELATIONSHIP.
LOBBYING: TO SUPPORT THE ADOPTION OF PRO-ISRAEL LEGISLATIVE INITIATIVES AND TO ASSIST CONGRESSIONAL LEADERS, GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS, DIPLOMATS, AND POLICY ANALYSTS BY PROVIDING INSIGHT AND INFORMATION ON IMPORTANT ISSUES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Richard L Fishman Co Chief Executive Officer | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $1,216,046 |
Howard Kohr Chief Executive Officer | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $1,223,915 |
Arne Christenson Md Of Policy And Politics | Officer | 40 | $730,777 |
Brian T Shankman Chief Strategic Director | 40 | $676,004 | |
Elliot Brandt Md Of National Affairs | Officer | 40 | $681,468 |
Elias Saratovsky Director Of Regional Affairs | 40 | $671,122 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Onmessage Inc Digital Consulting | 9/29/23 | $2,891,876 |
Rational 360 Digital Consulting | 9/29/23 | $2,809,429 |
Ab Data Ltd Direct Mail | 9/29/23 | $992,242 |
Mtx Group Digital Consulting | 9/29/23 | $1,692,676 |
Foremost Glatt Kosher Caterers Inc Catering Services | 9/29/23 | $959,810 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $72,023,025 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $3,837,677 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $72,023,025 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $4,742,794 |
| Investment income | $2,595,090 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $40,095 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $79,401,004 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $5,936,975 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $2,901,625 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $26,456,477 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $2,470,045 |
| Other employee benefits | $3,892,654 |
| Payroll taxes | $2,010,155 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $245,526 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $189,739 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $132,886 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $232,668 |
| Fees for services: Other | $2,810,971 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $2,280,853 |
| Information technology | $1,231,107 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $4,342,396 |
| Travel | $665,483 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $12,107,128 |
| Interest | $1,656,779 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $3,577,653 |
| Insurance | $520,129 |
| All other expenses | $951,675 |
| Total functional expenses | $83,081,062 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $32,521,907 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $16,626,191 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $4,738,935 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $34,108,677 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $68,311,510 |
| Investments—other securities | $411,122 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $13,877,831 |
| Total assets | $170,596,173 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $18,601,279 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $532,418 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $16,180,573 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $24,164,396 |
| Total liabilities | $59,478,666 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $93,820,003 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $17,297,504 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $170,596,173 |