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Associated Press
17-02-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Yael Eckstein, IFCJ President, Announces Completion of 2024 Salary and Compensation Audit
CHICAGO, Feb. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (IFCJ), a global nonprofit dedicated to humanitarian aid and strengthening Christian-Jewish relations, has completed its 2024 Salary and Compensation Audit. The independent audit, conducted by Willis Towers Watson (WTW), provides a comprehensive evaluation of executive compensation to ensure alignment with industry standards and responsible financial stewardship. Image by International Fellowship of Christians and Jews WTW, a global leader in advisory, brokering, and HR solutions, assessed total remuneration for four key executive positions, including IFCJ's President and CEO. The review examined base salaries and total cash compensation, incorporating annual incentive awards, to benchmark IFCJ's pay structures against those of comparable nonprofit organizations. The audit confirmed that IFCJ's compensation practices are fair, competitive, and in line with best practices within the nonprofit sector. 'Financial accountability and responsible donor stewardship are at the core of our mission,' said Robin Van Etten, IFCJ's U.S. CEO and Global Chief Operating Officer. 'This audit reaffirms our commitment to transparency, ensuring that our compensation structures—particularly for our President and CEO, Yael Eckstein—remain competitive while reflecting the values and responsibilities of our organization.' The analysis considered multiple data points, including: Compensation benchmarks from recognized salary surveys and industry sources Role-specific responsibilities and nonprofit sector trends Financial indicators, including IFCJ's 2024 budgeted revenue Adjustments for inflation and projected nonprofit executive merit increases The audit findings further demonstrate IFCJ's commitment to maintaining transparency and ethical financial practices. 'Trust is the foundation of our work, and this independent review reinforces our dedication to managing donor contributions responsibly,' said Yael Eckstein, IFCJ's President and CEO. 'We remain focused on our mission to provide humanitarian aid, support Israel, and build bridges between Christian and Jewish communities worldwide.' Detailed financial reports and audited statements for IFCJ are available upon request through IFCJ's Donor Services Department at (800) 486-8844. About the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews For over 40 years, IFCJ has been a leading nonprofit fostering cooperation between Christians and Jews while providing critical aid to Israel and Jewish communities worldwide. In 2023, IFCJ provided humanitarian assistance to over two million people, supported aliyah efforts, and strengthened Israel's security infrastructure. To learn more, visit About Yael Eckstein As President and CEO of IFCJ, Yael Eckstein leads the organization's global efforts, oversees programs, and serves as its international spokesperson. A respected leader in the nonprofit sector, she has been recognized on multiple occasions as one of the '50 Most Influential Jews' by The Jerusalem Post and is a recipient of the publication's Humanitarian Award. Yael resides in Israel with her family.
Globe and Mail
14-02-2025
- General
- Globe and Mail
Yael Eckstein, President of the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews of Canada, Receives 'Woman of the Year' Award from Jaffa Institute
TORONTO , /CNW/ -- The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews of Canada is proud to announce that its President, Yael Eckstein, was named 'Woman of the Year' by The Jaffa Institute at its annual gala in Tel Aviv on January 29 , 2025. Eckstein received the award in honour of The Fellowship's longstanding partnership with the organization, which works to assist severely disadvantaged children and their families living in Israel's most impoverished neighbourhoods. The Fellowship has supported food donations to Holocaust survivors, the elderly, and families in need for decades. Dr. David Portowicz , Founder and President of the Jaffa Institute, presented Eckstein the award alongside Chaim Hurvitz , Chairman of the Board of the Jaffa Institute, and spoke of the late Rabbi Eckstein, who founded The Fellowship more than 40 years ago, as a "beloved and unforgettable personal friend…who was, and remains, one of the people who managed to leave a mark on the state and people of Israel ." Nearly six years after his passing, The Fellowship is now Israel's largest provider of humanitarian aid. Last year alone, The Fellowship donated more than $80 million specifically for food aid programs in collaboration with government offices and various food organizations, and funded over 3 million meals in soup kitchens, in addition to hundreds of thousands of food packages and food vouchers. "My father began this partnership over two decades ago, as he worked tirelessly to build bridges of understanding and cooperation between Israel , the Jewish people, and Christians worldwide, and encourage them to join the mitzvah of feeding the hungry and assisting communities in need," Eckstein said. Today, The Fellowship supports more than 2 million Israelis and Jewish people worldwide each year, while combating antisemitism by building bridges between Christian and Jewish communities. The Fellowship has provided more than $157 million in emergency aid to Israel since the attacks of October 7, 2023 . "To see the next generation carrying this holy work forward, while having my sisters and daughters and nieces by my side as I receive this incredible honour is the greatest blessing in the world." The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews of Canada (IFCJ Canada) was founded in 2003 to promote better understanding and cooperation between Christians and Jews and to build broad support for Israel . IFCJ Canada is a registered Canadian charity governed by an independent Board of Directors and led by President Yael Eckstein . For over 20 years, IFCJ Canada has worked alongside a network of Fellowship offices worldwide, including in the United States , Israel , and Korea. Today, The Fellowship is one of the largest providers of humanitarian aid in Israel and is a leading force helping Jews in need worldwide. For more information, visit
