American Zionist Movement (AZM)

What American Zionist Movement (AZM) does

The American Zionist Movement (AZM) is the U.S. Zionist Federation affiliated with the World Zionist Organization (WZO), serving as the central convener and umbrella body for 45-51 national Jewish Zionist organizations across a broad ideological, political, and religious spectrum. Founded as a multi-decade institution and headquartered at 633 Third Avenue in midtown Manhattan, AZM's mission is to promote and defend Zionism in the United States, deepen the American Jewish community's relationship with Israel, and combat antisemitism and anti-Zionism. The organization operates with a lean staff led by Executive Director Herbert Block and supported by a Program & Operations Coordinator and Outreach & Special Projects Coordinator.

AZM's product portfolio spans educational programs (Beit Ha'am virtual Beit Midrash, FeminIsrael, Café Israel round-tables, Hebrew Ulpan and Tachles language classes), youth engagement (American Zionist Youth Council bringing together teen leaders from multiple movements, Helyn B. Reich Memorial Scholarships of $750-$3,000 for study in Israel), advocacy resources (anti-Zionism combat materials, October 7th commemorations, the Resilience Campaign), cultural events (Israel Day on Fifth parade, Purim Connection gift baskets, AZM eCards), and governance facilitation (World Zionist Congress elections). Strategic partnerships with the Jewish Agency for Israel, Claims Conference, The Focus Project, Nevut, and member organizations like Hadassah, NCSY, and Maccabi USA extend its reach and programmatic capacity.

AZM's revenue model is a nonprofit membership and donation structure: 45-51 organizational members pay dues, individual membership is free, and the organization accepts charitable contributions (Charity Navigator and GuideStar certified). The organization is governed by a National Board with new leadership elected in December 2025 (President Mark Levenson, Board Chair Shoshana Dweck). As the U.S. affiliate of the WZO, AZM operates within an international Zionist framework while maintaining autonomous governance over U.S.-focused programming.

Name

American Zionist Movement (AZM)

Legal name

American Zionist Movement

Website

https://azm.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1970

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The American Zionist Movement (AZM) is the U.S. Zionist Federation affiliated with the World Zionist Organization, convening 45-51 national Jewish Zionist organizations to promote Zionist education, advocacy, and youth engagement across the American Jewish community.

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Product category

Nonprofit Advocacy and Community Organization

NAICS

Business Associations (813910)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Multilateral Diplomacy & International Representation (UN, Regional Bodies) (BPAIAIAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

International & Local Implementing NGOs (HLAJAKAD)

Keywords

• Zionist advocacy
• Jewish community education
• Youth leadership programs
• Israel cultural programs
• Nonprofit membership organization

Headquarters

HQ city

NYC

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: AZM is comprised of 45-51 national Jewish Zionist organizations that pay membership dues. The organization also accepts individual memberships and organizational affiliations.
2. Donations and Contributions: AZM collects donations from individuals and organizations to support Zionist programs, educational initiatives, and advocacy activities. The organization has Charity Navigator and GuideStar certifications.
3. Helyn B. Reich Memorial Scholarships: AZM administers scholarship funds for Jewish American students studying in Israel, with awards ranging from $750 to $3,000 per recipient. The fund was established in 1999.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

AZM is a nonprofit membership organization that serves as the U.S. Zionist Federation affiliated with the World Zionist Organization. It convenes 45-51 national Jewish Zionist member organizations, promotes and defends Zionism in the United States, and delivers educational programs, youth leadership initiatives, scholarships, and advocacy resources. The organization distributes the Zion News newsletter, organizes the Celebrate Israel Parade, and facilitates U.S. participation in the World Zionist Congress.

Product overview

American Zionist Movement (AZM) is a membership organization serving as the U.S. Zionist Federation affiliated with the World Zionist Organization. AZM offers a portfolio of programs including educational initiatives (Beit Ha'am, FeminIsrael, Café Israel, Hebrew language programs), youth engagement (American Zionist Youth Council, scholarships), advocacy resources (anti-Zionism combat materials, October 7th resources), cultural events (Israel Day on 5th parade, Purim Connection), and publications (Zion News newsletter). The organization connects 45 national Jewish Zionist member organizations across a broad ideological and religious spectrum.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Zion News Newsletter Monthly publication providing updates on Zionist programs, events, scholarship opportunities, and news from across the Zionist community, targeted at American Jewish supporters and member organizations.
• Helyn B. Reich Memorial Scholarship Scholarship fund supporting Jewish American students pursuing studies at Israeli universities or post-college programs, with awards ranging from $750 to $3,000 based on academic excellence and pro-Israel activity.
• American Zionist Youth Council (AZYC) Youth leadership program bringing together teen leaders from 10 Zionist youth movements across the country to connect, learn, and build relationships across different backgrounds and perspectives.
• Ambassadors Diplomatic Missions Diplomatic programs organizing missions for UN ambassadors and international leaders to visit Israel and engage with the Zionist movement.
• Beit Ha'am Virtual Beit Midrash educational program about Israeli society, exploring topics such as Ethiopian Israeli experiences, identity, and cultural understanding.
• FeminIsrael Joint project with WZO celebrating Israeli women and their accomplishments through educational events and speakers throughout North America.
• Café Israel Round-table discussion series about Israel featuring speakers from various backgrounds to broaden understanding and dialogue.
• Robotraffic Competition Annual robotics competition at the Technion - Israel Institute of Technology where students build autonomous robotic cars that follow traffic rules, co-sponsored with the World Zionist Organization.
• Hebrew Language Programs (Ulpan, Tachles Classes) Hebrew language learning programs including Ulpan immersion courses and Tachles Classes, administered through the Hebrew Language Council.
• Celebrate Israel Parade (Israel Day on 5th) Annual parade celebrating Israel and Jewish pride, with AZM marching alongside member organizations under the theme 'Proud Americans, Proud Zionists'.
• Purim Connection Program sending mishloach manot (Purim gift baskets) to Israeli children and soldiers, connecting American Jews with Israeli communities.
• World Zionist Congress Elections Facilitation of elections to the World Zionist Congress, allowing American Jews to have their voice heard on issues facing Israel and the Jewish people.

Quantifiable outcome

• 28 teen leaders from 10 Zionist youth movements brought together through AZYC in 2025-2026
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

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Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered supporting, core and major.

• The Focus ProjectsupportingGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 June 2026AZM is a proud partner of The Focus Project which provides weekly consensus news and talking points on issues affecting Israel and American Jewry. They also offer a Daily News Brief service.
• World Zionist Organization (WZO)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAZM is the U.S. Zionist Federation affiliated with the World Zionist Organization. AZM participates in WZO initiatives including the World Zionist Congress, Jerusalem Program, and departmental activities. WZO President Rabbi Doron Perez addresses AZM conferences.
• Jewish Agency for IsraelcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJewish Agency for Israel partnered with AZM and WZO for the Israel Day on Fifth parade in 2026. The organization supports aliyah and Jewish identity programs.
• Claims ConferencemajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAZM leadership joined the Claims Conference's 75th anniversary meeting. AZM's predecessor was among the 23 Jewish organizations that founded the Claims Conference in 1951. Since 1952, it has helped obtain approximately $95 billion for Holocaust survivors.
• NevutsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerAZM partners with Nevut, an American nonprofit supporting IDF Lone Soldiers before, during, and after their service. Through community support, mental health resources, career guidance, and personalized support, Nevut helps Lone Soldiers and veterans.
• Maccabi USAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMaccabi USA is an AZM member organization organizing the USA contingent of nearly 1,000 athletes and coaches for World Maccabiah 2026 in Israel.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Jewish Agency for Israel: Core strategic partner that co-organized the 2026 Israel Day on Fifth parade with AZM. Jewish Agency is the most directly comparable peer: an international quasi-governmental Jewish body running aliyah, identity, and Israel-engagement programs — the same mission space AZM occupies for the American Jewish community.
• Hillel: The Foundation for Jewish Campus Life: Hillel is the largest Jewish campus organization, focused on engaging young American Jews with Jewish life and Israel — the same target audience as AZM's youth leadership, scholarship, and anti-Zionism-resource programs on U.S. campuses.
• Birthright Israel Foundation: Birthright runs Taglit-Birthright Israel trips and follow-up programming for young American Jews. Its mission — connecting young American Jews to Israel and Jewish identity — directly parallels AZM's AZYC, Helyn B. Reich Scholarship, and Robotraffic Competition offerings.
• Hadassah, The Women's Zionist Organization of America: Hadassah is both an AZM member organization and a peer: a major American Zionist membership body running education, advocacy, and Israel-engagement programs. It is one of AZM's constituent umbrella members and a directly comparable peer in scale and program mix.

Broad incumbents

• Jewish National Fund (JNF-USA): JNF is a large U.S.-based Zionist organization focused on land development, environmental, and Israel-identity programs. Like AZM it raises funds in the American Jewish community for Israel-related causes and participates in the Celebrate Israel Parade ecosystem.
• AIPAC (American Israel Public Affairs Committee): The largest U.S. pro-Israel advocacy organization. AIPAC operates in an adjacent lane to AZM — political lobbying rather than coalition convening — but targets the same American Jewish and pro-Israel donor and activist base.
• World Zionist Organization: AZM's direct parent affiliate and the global umbrella of the Zionist movement. WZO is the broadest incumbent in this space, coordinating Zionist federations worldwide and convening the World Zionist Congress that AZM helps administer in the U.S.
• World Jewish Congress: WJC is an international federation of Jewish communities and organizations — structurally analogous to AZM but operating globally rather than only in the U.S. Both function as umbrella bodies convening member communities for advocacy, diplomacy, and Jewish-continuity programming.
• Anti-Defamation League (ADL): ADL is the leading U.S. antisemitism-monitoring and advocacy organization. AZM's 'Resources to Combat Anti-Zionism' and 'Resilience Campaign' overlap directly with ADL's anti-hate and Israel-advocacy programming, serving overlapping community stakeholders.
• AJC (American Jewish Committee): AJC is a global Jewish advocacy organization with similar diplomatic-mission programming (including UN engagement), policy advocacy, and interfaith coalition work. It is a closely adjacent incumbent in the American Jewish institutional landscape.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

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