American Hindu Jewish Congress

What American Hindu Jewish Congress does

American Hindu Jewish Congress (AHJC) is a 501(c)(4) nonprofit political advocacy organization founded in 2025 and headquartered in Washington, DC. The organization was established by American Hindu and Jewish business and community leaders to build a joint interfaith political platform that strengthens the political influence of both communities in the United States. AHJC pursues this mission through coalition building, issue-focused conferences, political fundraising events, direct engagement with federal and state policymakers, and active participation in religious liberty litigation.

The organization's core offerings include a recurring calendar of Capitol Hill forums, leadership dialogues, and receptions that convene Congressional members, Senators, and executive-branch officials (e.g., events featuring Senator Jim Risch, Congressmen Randy Fine and Chip Roy, and National Security Council officials). A Religious Liberty Litigation Program files amicus curiae briefs in federal and state courts, including in Olivier v. City of Brandon (U.S. Supreme Court, won), Petersen v. Snohomish Regional Fire and Rescue (U.S. Supreme Court), and the Missionaries of Saint John the Baptist case at the Kentucky Supreme Court. A National Security Strategy Series, launched April 2026, publishes multi-part policy analysis on U.S. global leadership, Indo-Pacific strategy, and counterterrorism in partnership with RealClearDefense. Issue analysis publications cover antisemitism, anti-Hindu bias, transnational Islamist terrorism, US-India-Israel trilateral cooperation, and First Amendment religious liberty.

AHJC's revenue model is event-based and member-driven rather than commercial. Funding comes from political fundraising events — with giving tiers from $250 (Attendee) to $2,500 (Event Sponsor) — and from membership dues solicited from businesses, community leaders, executives, academics, students, professionals, and religious leaders. Contributions are not tax-deductible as charitable donations but may qualify as ordinary business expenses under applicable law. The organization does not publish financial statements, and no parent entity, institutional investors, or controlling entities are disclosed. Governance is provided by a Board of Directors and Advisory Leadership including Chairman Arthur Kapoor, Board Member Rajiv Malhotra, Political Director Ellie Cohanim, Legal Counsel Sue Ghosh Stricklett, and Policy Director Ankush Bhandari.

Name

American Hindu Jewish Congress

Legal name

American Hindu Jewish Congress Inc.

Website

https://ahjcongress.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2025

Operating status

Operating

Short description

American Hindu Jewish Congress (AHJC) is a Washington, DC-based 501(c)(4) nonprofit political advocacy organization founded in 2025 that unites American Hindu and Jewish communities through coalition building, amicus briefs in religious liberty cases, Capitol Hill forums, and political fundraising events.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Political Advocacy and Interfaith Coalition Services

NAICS

Social Advocacy Organizations (8133), Political Organizations (81394), Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Interfaith & Ecumenical Councils and Dialogue Organizations (BPAGAJAJ)

akta.pro secondary industry

Defense, Security & Emergency Management Congresses (THAHAJAG)

Keywords

• Interfaith political advocacy
• Religious liberty litigation
• Coalition building services
• Policy advocacy nonprofit
• National security analysis

Headquarters

HQ city

Washington

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Others

Revenue model

1. Political Fundraising: AHJC organizes political fundraising events in support of its mission and priorities. Contributions are not deductible as charitable donations for federal income tax purposes but may qualify as ordinary and necessary business expenses under applicable tax law.
2. Membership Dues: The organization offers membership opportunities for individuals and organizations interested in interfaith cooperation, joint political advocacy, faith-based political coalitions, and joint outreach for winning campaigns.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

The American Hindu Jewish Congress is a 501(c)(4) nonprofit political advocacy organization that builds interfaith coalitions between American Hindu and Jewish communities to advance policy priorities including religious liberty, counterterrorism, and U.S.–India–Israel cooperation. It delivers this mission through direct engagement with federal and state policymakers, leadership dialogue events, Capitol Hill forums, political fundraising receptions, religious liberty amicus briefs in state and federal courts, and policy publications such as the National Security Strategy Series.

Product overview

The American Hindu Jewish Congress is a 501(c)(4) nonprofit organization—not a technology product company—providing political advocacy services, interfaith coalition building, religious liberty litigation support, and policy research. Its core offerings include advocacy campaigns against antisemitism and Hindu phobia, filing amicus briefs in federal courts, convening leadership dialogue events with policymakers, hosting political fundraising events, and publishing the National Security Strategy Series analysis. The organization does not operate a software product platform but instead delivers advocacy services through direct engagement with policymakers, public events, and legal advocacy.

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Products and services

• AHJC Membership Program A membership program for individuals, businesses, community leaders, executives, academics, students, professionals, and religious leaders interested in interfaith cooperation, joint political advocacy, faith-based political coalitions, and joint outreach for winning campaigns.
• Leadership Dialogue Events Policy forums and dialogue events convening congressional leaders, national security experts, and administration officials to discuss transnational terror networks, foreign influence, and legislative priorities such as H.R. 4097 (Countering Transnational Extremism and Strengthening Democratic Alliances). Examples include the June 2026 Leadership Dialogue with keynotes from Congressman Randy Fine and Congressman Chip Roy.
• Political Fundraising Events and Sponsorships Ticketed receptions, galas, and Capitol Hill gatherings held in support of political candidates and elected officials aligned with AHJC's mission, including receptions at venues such as Mar-a-Lago and Republican clubs in DC. Giving tiers include Event Sponsor ($2,500), Host ($1,000), VIP ($500), and Attendee ($250).
• Religious Liberty Litigation Program Legal advocacy service in which AHJC files amicus curiae briefs in federal courts, the U.S. Supreme Court, and state supreme courts on religious liberty cases affecting Hindu and Jewish communities, including matters involving First Amendment free exercise, workplace religious accommodations, and zoning for religious structures. Notable cases include Olivier v. City of Brandon, Petersen v. Snohomish Regional Fire and Rescue, and Missionaries of Saint John the Baptist.
• National Security Strategy Series A multi-part policy analysis series examining U.S. global leadership, Indo-Pacific strategy, counterterrorism policy, and institutional competition, published in partnership with RealClearDefense and other outlets, and distributed through the AHJC website.

Quantifiable outcome

• Filed multiple amicus briefs in Supreme Court cases including Olivier v. City of Brandon (won), and cases before the Supreme Court of Kentucky supporting religious land use rights
• +2 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Congressman Randy Fine (FL-06)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 June 2026Keynote speaker at AHJC Leadership Dialogue Event on H.R. 4097: Countering Transnational Extremism and Strengthening Democratic Alliances. Congressman Fine introduced H.R. 4097 and emphasized the importance of congressional vigilance in addressing radical Islamist movements.
• Congressman Chip Roy (TX-21)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 June 2026Keynote speaker at AHJC Leadership Dialogue Event focusing on congressional accountability, transparency, and national security challenges from transnational Islamist terrorism.
• Nancy DahdouhminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 June 2026Director for Counter-Terrorism, Global Jihadi Movement Sunni Threats at the National Security Council | THE WHITE HOUSE, served as special remarks speaker at AHJC Leadership Dialogue.
• Yehudit BarskyminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 June 2026Author and advocate, panelist at AHJC Leadership Dialogue on Muslim Brotherhood and Transnational Extremism.
• Saritha KomatireddyminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 June 2026Reception supporting political candidate Saritha Komatireddy, hosted by AHJC leadership including Lisa Fields, Jeff Lewis, Ellie Cohanim, Arthur Kapoor, and others.
• Foley & LardnercoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 27 May 2026Law firm representing AHJC in Petersen v. Snohomish Regional Fire and Rescue Supreme Court amicus brief on religious accommodations in the workplace.
• Missionaries of Saint John the Baptist, Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 April 2026AHJC filed amicus brief in Supreme Court of Kentucky supporting religious order's right to build grotto, representing minority faith communities in RLUIPA litigation.
• Manhattan InstituteminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 April 2026Co-amicus in Missionaries of Saint John the Baptist case, a think tank focused on urban economics and social policy.
• National Association of EvangelicalsminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 April 2026Co-amicus partner in religious land use case representing evangelical Christian perspective.
• American Center for Law and JusticeminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 April 2026Co-amicus partner in religious liberty litigation.
• Robbins Alloy Belinfante Littlefield LLCcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 27 April 2026The Robbins Firm (Atlanta, GA) represented AHJC in Kentucky Supreme Court amicus brief, with attorneys Edward Bedard and Miles Skedsvold providing religious liberty litigation expertise.
• Alabama Attorney General Steve MarshallminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 March 2026Capitol Hill reception honoring Alabama Attorney General and Senate Candidate Steve Marshall.
• Texas Attorney General Ken PaxtonminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 December 2025Reception honoring Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, candidate for U.S. Senate. AHJC engagement with conservative Republican officials.
• Senator Jim RischcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 December 2025Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee participated in AHJC-hosted breakfast dialogue. Senator Risch is a key figure in US foreign policy, particularly regarding India relations and Indo-Pacific strategy.
• Christian Legal SocietycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 September 2025Interfaith coalition partner in Olivier v. City of Brandon amicus brief before the Supreme Court, representing Christians, Muslims, Jews, and Hindus.
• Jewish Coalition for Religious LibertycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 September 2025Interfaith coalition partner in Olivier v. City of Brandon amicus brief, advocating for religious liberty protections.
• Coalition of Virtue (Muslim)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 September 2025Interfaith coalition partner representing Muslim community in joint religious liberty amicus filing.
• Jack CiattarelliminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 31 May 2025AHJC convened leaders at BAPS Robbinsville for conversation with Jack Ciattarelli on K-12 DEI policies and workplace discrimination against Hindus in New Jersey.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Christians United for Israel: A large grassroots pro-Israel Christian advocacy organization focused on US-Israel relations, Congressional lobbying, and event-driven fundraising. Comparable operating model (event-based advocacy, political engagement, donor cultivation) and overlapping policy agenda.
• Jewish Coalition for Religious Liberty: A direct coalition partner of AHJC on the Olivier v. City of Brandon amicus brief, focused on religious liberty advocacy and litigation. Comparable in religious liberty focus and explicit interfaith coalition approach.
• Indo-American Political Action Committee: Indian American political action committee focused on civic engagement, candidate support, and policy advocacy for the Indian American community. Comparable in target community, political engagement model, and DC-based lobbying footprint.
• Hindu American Foundation: Direct peer as a Hindu-American civil rights and advocacy organization engaged in policy advocacy, interfaith coalition building, and educational outreach. Highly comparable in mission focus on Hindu community political influence and shared values of pluralism.
• Interfaith Alliance: A national interfaith advocacy organization promoting religious freedom and pluralism through policy advocacy and coalition work. Closely comparable to AHJC's interfaith coalition mission and advocacy-driven operating model.
• Zionist Organization of America: A long-standing pro-Israel and Jewish advocacy organization engaged in political mobilization, litigation support, and Congressional engagement. Comparable in its focus on Jewish political influence and US-Israel policy advocacy.

Broad incumbents

• National Council of Jewish Women: An established Jewish advocacy organization engaging in policy advocacy, litigation, and coalition work on religious liberty and civil rights. Overlaps with AHJC on judicial advocacy and interfaith coalition participation.
• American Israel Public Affairs Committee: One of the most influential pro-Israel lobbying organizations in the US, focused on Congressional engagement, policy advocacy, and political mobilization. Comparable in DC-based lobbying and US-India-Israel policy overlap with AHJC's stated goals.
• American Jewish Committee: One of the largest and most established Jewish advocacy organizations globally, with broad policy, diplomatic, and interfaith programming. Overlaps with AHJC on combating antisemitism and interfaith engagement, but operates at much greater scale across a broader portfolio.

Emerging players

• Tanenbaum Center for Interreligious Understanding: A nonprofit focused on interreligious understanding, religious freedom, and interfaith workplace and policy advocacy. Comparable in interfaith mission and religious liberty focus, though more educational and less politically engaged than AHJC.

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Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

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