The Workmens Circle Arbeter Ring Incorporated

“After review by the finance staff, the CHIEF Executive OFFICER reviews the 990. Then it is submitted to the Audit Committee for review and approval. Copies of the 990 are then submitted to the Board of Directors for their review and approval prior to being submitted to the IRS.”

“The board of directors meets at minimum on a quarterly basis to address any issues that may arise.”

“The board of directors approves compensation for the chief executive officer.”

“Members of the workers circle pay dues to the organization.”

“Members of the organization are involved in voting for the members of the governing body through a notice and proxy mailing. The vote takes place in person and by proxy at an annual member meeting.”

“Members of the organization are involved in voting for the members of the governing body through a notice and proxy mailing. The vote takes place in person and by proxy at an annual member meeting.”

“990's are available for review by appointment at the workmen's circle office during normal business hours.”

“The organization has a formal whistleblower policy in place which allows stakeholders to report any suspected issues without repercussions.”

“Our virtual and in-person programs offer year-round Jewish culture, Yiddish language, and social justice experiences and interactive educational presentations. In 2020, The Workers Circle responded quickly and creatively to the pandemic's challenges. After closing in-person programs in March 2020, we transitioned classes and events to virtual platforms and experienced increased enrollment. As a result, we brought Yiddish language, culture, history, and cuisine to thousands of people, who enjoyed our classes, cultural events, and Trip to Yiddishland. In addition, we launched The Great Schmooze which connected with senior members who were experiencing difficult social isolation during the pandemic with younger members to share and collect life stories.”

“The organization has a board approved investment policy in place.”

“Education: The Workers Circle provides students from 5-13 years old with an understanding of progressive Jewish values, as well as appreciation of cultural history, Yiddish language, and activist traditions through our network of supplementary schools. The Workers Circle Youth Stand Up for Justice program teaches and inspires thousands of teens through Jewish activist traditions along with tools for effective social engagement. The Workers Circle College Network provides students with virtual and in-person learning and social justice opportunities. The Workers Circle offers the largest Yiddish language program in the world, with year-round virtual class offering. We connect with over 1,000 students each year and thousands more through connected programs.”

“The Workers Circle builds progressive Jewish identity and community through Jewish cultural engagement, Yiddish language learning, multigenerational education, and social justice activism. We provide meaningful Jewish experiences for children, teens, college students, adults, and seniors through engaging programs that are inspired by our rich Jewish cultural heritage and activist traditions. Our programs include running the largest Yiddish language program in the world, a network of supplementary schools, a teen social justice program, and a college student network. Our year-round programs include holiday celebrations, cultural events, a weeklong immersive Yiddish retreat, and an annual Jewish Journey to Eastern Europe where we provide an immersive look into a thousand years of Jewish life. While COVID-19 has continued to challenge everyone's lives across the country, The Workers Circle has carried on, energetically and creatively adapting programs and developing initiatives to advance our vision of strong and engaged community to collectively build a better and more beautiful world.”