American Jewish Committee

What American Jewish Committee does

American Jewish Committee (AJC) is a U.S.-headquartered 501(c)(4) nonprofit advocacy organization founded in 1906 and headquartered in New York, operating as the global advocacy organization for the Jewish people. The organization delivers advocacy, policy engagement, educational programming, and diplomatic relationship-building across more than 110 countries, supported by a network of 25 regional offices in the United States and 15 international posts in locations including Washington D.C., Brussels, Berlin, Paris, Warsaw, Rome, Jerusalem, Abu Dhabi, and Johannesburg. AJC's product portfolio centers on policy frameworks (the Combating Antisemitism Playbook), research outputs (the annual State of Antisemitism in America Report, #TranslateHate glossary), educational programs (Center for Education Advocacy, Project Interchange delegation program), regional institutes (Africa Institute, Belfer Institute for Latino and Latin American Affairs, Asia Pacific Institute), the annual Global Forum conference, the People of the Pod podcast, and interfaith/intergroup coalition work.

AJC operates as a community-led, membership-based organization. Its technology stack is non-proprietary — there is no developed software platform or AI/ML capability; instead, operations rely on standard web, social media, podcast, email, and event infrastructure. Revenue is generated through donations and contributions from individuals, foundations, and corporate partners, with diversified giving channels including planned giving, donor-advised funds, and corporate matching. The organization's customer base spans Jewish communities globally, government and diplomatic leaders, educational institutions, interfaith partners, and the general public. Strategic priorities are combating antisemitism, standing up for Israel, countering Iran, and supporting democratic values — pursued through direct advocacy, coalition-building, research publications, and high-level diplomatic engagement. AJC's leadership is led by CEO Ted Deutch, with a senior team including Chief Policy and Political Affairs Officer Jason Isaacson, Chief Impact and Operations Officer Casey Kustin, and institute directors across regional and functional verticals.

Name

American Jewish Committee

Legal name

American Jewish Committee

Website

https://ajc.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1906

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

American Jewish Committee is a 120-year-old U.S.-based 501(c)(4) nonprofit advocacy organization serving Jewish communities worldwide through 40 offices in 110+ countries, delivering policy advocacy, research, and diplomatic engagement on antisemitism, Israel, and democratic values.

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Product category

Nonprofit Advocacy and Policy Services

NAICS

Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813), Business Associations (813910), Civic and Social Organizations (813410), Business, Professional, Labor, Political, and Similar Organizations (8139), International Affairs (92812)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), International Affairs (9721)

akta.pro primary industry

Peace, Security & Arms Control Organizations (BPADAAAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

United Nations System & Specialized Agencies (BPADAAAA), Governance & Board Effectiveness Advisory (BPAHAFAC)

Keywords

• Jewish community advocacy
• Antisemitism policy research
• Diplomatic engagement services
• Interfaith coalition building
• Global advocacy programs

Headquarters

HQ city

New York

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices12 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Contributions: AJC generates revenue primarily through donations from individuals, foundations, and corporate partners who support the organization's advocacy work, educational programs, and global initiatives.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

American Jewish Committee (AJC) is a global advocacy organization for the Jewish people that delivers policy frameworks, research reports, educational delegations, interfaith programming, and direct diplomatic engagement. It operates through 25 regional U.S. offices and 15 overseas posts to combat antisemitism, support Israel, and advance democratic values worldwide. Core deliverables include the Combating Antisemitism Playbook, the annual State of Antisemitism in America Report, the #TranslateHate Glossary, Project Interchange delegations, and the AJC Global Forum conference.

Product overview

American Jewish Committee (AJC) operates as a global advocacy organization offering a portfolio of programs and resources rather than a unified technology product. Core offerings include the Combating Antisemitism Playbook (a policy framework), the annual State of Antisemitism in America Report, and the #TranslateHate Glossary for identifying antisemitic terminology. AJC maintains regional institutes (Africa Institute, Belfer Institute for Latino/Latin American Affairs, AJC Europe, Asia Pacific Institute) advancing advocacy across geographic regions. The organization hosts the annual AJC Global Forum conference, produces the People of the Pod podcast, and operates the Center for Education Advocacy and Center for a New Middle East. Project Interchange provides educational delegations to Israel. These offerings are advocacy, research, and educational resources rather than software products.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• AJC Global Forum: Annual premier global Jewish advocacy conference bringing together thousands of activists, diplomats, and leaders from around the world.
• Combating Antisemitism Playbook
• Project Interchange
• State of Antisemitism in America Report
• Translate Hate
• People of the Pod

Products and services

• AJC Global Forum Annual premier global Jewish advocacy conference bringing together activists, diplomats, students, elected officials, and thought leaders from over 70 countries to confront antisemitism, strengthen support for Israel, and build partnerships.
• Combating Antisemitism Playbook Comprehensive policy framework providing tailored recommendations for leaders across 13 sectors of society (academia, law enforcement, technology, media, government, etc.) to understand, respond to, and prevent antisemitism.
• State of Antisemitism in America Report Annual research report documenting antisemitic incidents, attitudes, and trends in the United States, providing statistical analysis and expert commentary on the state of antisemitism in America.
• #TranslateHate Glossary Glossary resource documenting antisemitic terms, tropes, themes, and memes to help identify and counter antisemitic speech and messaging.
• Project Interchange Educational delegation program connecting leaders worldwide with Israel through educational seminars and fact-finding missions.
• People of the Pod Podcast AJC's flagship podcast featuring interviews, analysis, and discussions on antisemitism, Israel, Jewish identity, and global affairs, including Architects of Peace and The Forgotten Exodus podcast series.
• Center for Education Advocacy Program addressing antisemitism in K-12 schools and higher education, providing resources for students, administrators, and parents.
• Center for a New Middle East Initiative fostering peace and civility between Israel and its neighbors through diplomacy, civil society engagement, and business cooperation, with offices in Jerusalem and Abu Dhabi.
• AJC Africa Institute Program based in Johannesburg that partners with African governments, civil society, and diaspora communities to build coalitions facilitating cooperation between African countries and Israel.
• Arthur and Rochelle Belfer Institute for Latino and Latin American Affairs (BILLA) Initiative strengthening bonds between U.S. Latino communities, Latin American countries, Spain, Portugal, and Israel, headquartered in Washington, D.C. with staff in Miami and a representative in São Paulo.
• AJC Europe European operations with offices in Berlin, Brussels, Paris, and Warsaw, plus representatives in Budapest, Prague, Rome, and Sofia, advancing AJC priorities in combating antisemitism and promoting democratic values.
• Asia Pacific Institute Program cultivating relationships in Asia Pacific with staff in India, Japan, Southeast Asia, and the U.S.

Quantifiable outcome

• 70% of U.S. adults say antisemitism is a problem in the U.S. today
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Emirates Scholar Center for Research and StudiescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 June 2026AJC and Emirates Scholar Center for Research and Studies announced a new formal partnership to bolster interfaith dialogue and cooperation throughout the Middle East in pursuit of regional stability and prosperity.
• Jewish Representative Council of IrelandcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2026AJC and the Jewish Representative Council of Ireland (JRCI) announced a formal partnership agreement to deepen cooperation in combating antisemitism at AJC Global Forum 2026. This marks AJC's 43rd international Jewish community partnership.
• World Union of Jewish Students (WUJS)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2026AJC and WUJS launched a new partnership to launch the first-ever North American Summit for Jewish student leaders, announced at AJC Global Forum 2026.
• CRIF (Representative Council of French Jewish Institutions)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 February 2026AJC and CRIF formed a transatlantic partnership to combat antisemitism and defend democratic values, announced at AJC Global Forum 2026.
• Claims ConferencecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAJC is a founding member of the Claims Conference, which negotiated its first agreement with the German government on behalf of Holocaust survivors in 1952. AJC has been involved in securing nearly one billion euros for home-care assistance for Holocaust survivors.
• Hellenic American Leadership Council (HALC)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAJC and HALC together welcomed the Senate Foreign Relations Committee's passage of the Eastern Mediterranean Gateway Act (S.4443).
• Australia/Israel & Jewish Affairs Council (AIJAC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAJC and AIJAC have a decades-long partnership standing together against global antisemitism, with AJC's Asia Pacific Institute (API) and AIJAC working closely on Jewish community concerns.
• DFW Muslim-Jewish Advisory CouncilminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAJC co-founded the DFW Muslim-Jewish Advisory Council, bringing together American Jews and Muslims to reaffirm the core promise of the nation that people of all backgrounds are entitled to dignity, equality, and freedom of conscience.
• Jewish War Veterans of the United States of America (JWV)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAJC and JWV partnered to honor the service, sacrifice, and enduring contributions of Jewish Americans who have served in the United States Armed Forces at AJC Global Forum 2026.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• B'nai B'rith International: B'nai B'rith is an older Jewish advocacy and humanitarian organization with a global lodge network that overlaps with AJC's mission on antisemitism, senior advocacy, and Jewish communal support. It is similarly donation-funded and operates internationally.
• Anti-Defamation League (ADL): ADL is the closest direct peer to AJC: both are US-headquartered Jewish advocacy nonprofits focused on combating antisemitism, tracking hate incidents, and engaging policymakers. ADL is comparably sized and competes head-to-head for the same donor pool and media attention.
• World Jewish Congress (WJC): WJC is an international Jewish advocacy umbrella operating across more than 100 countries, mirroring AJC's global footprint and diplomatic engagement model. Both vie for influence with foreign governments on antisemitism and Israel policy.
• Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA): JFNA coordinates a federation system raising hundreds of millions annually for Jewish communal needs, overlapping with AJC's donor base and communal advocacy mandate. Both serve as convening bodies for the organized Jewish community.
• AIPAC (American Israel Public Affairs Committee): AIPAC focuses on US political advocacy for Israel and competes with AJC for pro-Israel donor support and policymaker access. While narrower in geographic scope, it is a direct competitor on the core Israel-advocacy pillar of AJC's mission.

Emerging players

• J Street: J Street is a US-based pro-Israel, pro-peace advocacy organization competing for donors in the same Israel-advocacy space as AJC, though with a more dovish policy stance. It represents a partial-overlap peer on policy engagement and donor acquisition.
• Hillel International: Hillel is the largest Jewish campus organization and overlaps with AJC's Center for Education Advocacy on combating campus antisemitism and engaging student leaders. It serves as a complementary rather than purely competing peer on the campus front.

Others

• Birthright Israel Foundation: Birthright funds trips to Israel for young Jewish adults, overlapping thematically with AJC's Project Interchange leadership delegation program. Both cultivate the next generation of engaged Jewish leaders, making them thematically comparable rather than directly competitive.
• Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations: The Conference of Presidents is an umbrella coalition of more than 50 Jewish organizations including AJC itself. It is a peer in convening Jewish leadership and shaping communal positions, though not a fundraising or programmatic competitor.

Regional players

• CRIF (Conseil Représentatif des Institutions Juives de France): CRIF is the umbrella for French Jewish institutions and a recent formal transatlantic partner of AJC. Both engage European governments on antisemitism and Israel, though CRIF is France-focused while AJC's Europe operations span multiple countries.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/AJCGlobal
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/AJCGlobal
• Facebookfacebook.com/AJCGlobal
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/american-jewish-committee
• Instagraminstagram.com/ajc.global
• TikToktiktok.com/@americanjewishcommittee

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Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Subsidiaries11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors1 record

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