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Education Thornhill, Ontario BN: 739803138RR0001 (CRA) Sign up to see website
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69
Integrity Assessment
Partial transparency
69/100 · methodology

About Limmud FSU Canada

Limmud FSU is an experience! It is a fun, dynamic and pluralistic gathering of Russian-speaking Jewish adults, and young families, for a weekend learning retreat. Organized entirely by volunteers, Limmud FSU is a conference-style retreat designed to re-energize and empower our community, to connect with each other, and to explore our common culture, heritage and identity. Limmud comes from Hebrew and means “to learn”. FSU is the abbreviation for Former Soviet Union. An international movement, Limmud FSU gatherings have been hosted for a decade in Russian speaking Jewish communities around the world: Russia, Ukraine, Moldova, Belarus, USA, Canada, Australia and Europe. In 2016, Limmud FSU West Coast premiered in Los Angeles. On November 17-19, 2017, join us for another unforgettable …

Founded
Headquarters
Thornhill, Ontario
Foundation type
Charitable organization
Size
micro

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

CRA Registered Charity

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 7 similar education in Canada
Program spending This charity: 83%
Peer average: 70%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 69
Peer average: 71

Concerns

· None found
No red flags found
Screened for CRA registration revocation, Open investigations, Governance scandals, Related-party deals, Excessive exec comp.

Where every C$1 goes

· FY2023 · CRA (Canada) (FY2023)
C$0.83
C$0.17
ProgramC$0.83
AdministrationC$0.17
83% to programs beats the peer average (70%) and beats the Charity Navigator "highly efficient" threshold (75%).

GiveRadar Analysis

Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations

GiveRadar's verified records show Limmud FSU Canada with a substantially complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the CRA.

  • Its integrity score of 69 places it in the top 1% of the 8,619 education charities in Canada GiveRadar tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its registration. View this cohort
GiveRadar has verified
  • government registration
  • financial records
  • disclosed leadership
  • a website
  • a contact email
  • a donation page
Not yet verified by GiveRadar
  • an owner-submitted profile claim

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Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

Limmud FSU Canada is a registered education nonprofit based in Thornhill, Ontario, Canada. It is registered with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). It was founded in 2014 and has been operating for 12 years. Its registration number is 739803138RR0001. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds registered-charity status with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), which means it can issue official donation receipts and files annual T3010 returns with the regulator. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 69/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports C$36K in annual revenue. No red flags have been detected.

Limmud FSU Canada's official registration number is 739803138RR0001, as recorded in the national registry of Canada.

Limmud FSU Canada has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 69/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 69 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. The charity allocates 83% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for education charities in Canada is 71/100.

Limmud FSU Canada is located in Thornhill, Ontario, Canada. The organization was established in 2014 and has been active for 12 years. Its registered address is 603 - 333 Clark Ave W, Canada.

Based on official tax filings, Limmud FSU Canada has C$36K in annual revenue. It allocates 83% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 70% for education charities in Canada. Its revenue is below the peer average of C$10M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

Limmud FSU Canada is classified as an Education organization, registered in Canada. It operates as a Charitable organization. By size, it is categorized as a micro organization. It has C$36K in annual revenue. The organization has 4 disclosed officers and directors.

No red flags have been detected for Limmud FSU Canada. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.

According to GiveRadar's records, Limmud FSU Canada holds registered-charity status with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), which means it can issue official donation receipts and files annual T3010 returns with the regulator. It is registered with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). It reports that 83% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 70%). You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.

Limmud FSU is an experience! It is a fun, dynamic and pluralistic gathering of Russian-speaking Jewish adults, and young families, for a weekend learning retreat. Organized entirely by volunteers, Limmud FSU is a conference-style retreat designed to re-energize and empower our community, to connect with each other, and to explore our common culture, heritage and identity. Limmud comes from Hebrew and means “to learn”. FSU is the abbreviation for Former Soviet Union. An international movement, Limmud FSU gatherings have been hosted for a decade in Russian speaking Jewish communities around the world: Russia, Ukraine, Moldova, Belarus, USA, Canada, Australia and Europe. In 2016, Limmud FSU West Coast premiered in Los... Limmud FSU Canada is classified as an education organization registered in Canada. The organization was founded in 2014.

Among education charities registered in Canada: It allocates 83% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 70%. Its annual revenue of C$36K is below the peer average of C$10M.

Limmud FSU Canada is a registered charity in Canada. Donations to registered Canadian charities are eligible for tax credits on your federal and provincial income tax returns. The federal credit is 15% on the first $200 and 29% on amounts above $200. Keep your official donation receipt for tax filing.

Annual revenue
C$10K-C$100K
83% to programs
Source: CRA (Canada) (FY2023) why this matters
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Filing history

1 year on file from CRA (Canada) (FY2023): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2023.
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Taxes

Tax-deductibility for donors

Canadian donations are deductible if Limmud FSU Canada is registered with the CRA as a charity. The charity issues an official donation receipt.

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Leadership

From FY2023 filing

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Alex K•••
Director

Officers & trustees (4)

Source: Public filings

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Latest news

From global news sources

3 articles found

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Activity timeline

Filings and press mentions, merged

Limmud FSU Canada Turns 10: Oral Tradition Shines in Jewish Passion for Learning - The Times of Israel
Dec 2024
blogs.timesofisrael.com
Form filed
C$0.0M revenue
FY2023
CRA (Canada)
New Chapters in the Ukrainian-Jewish Relationship Explored at Canada’s Limmud FSU (Part 1) – Rhea Clyman - Ukrainian Jew
Apr 2017
ukrainianjewishencounter.org
Limmud FSU is more that just a conference - The Canadian Jewish News
Mar 2017
thecjn.ca

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Cause areas in Canada

How many charities work in each area, with this charity's area highlighted.

Human Services 15,009
Community Development 13,007
Education this charity 8,619
Religion 8,105
Arts & Culture 5,872
Health 3,812
Social Services 2,630
Youth Development 752
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Most common causes in Canada

Causes charities work on most, with this charity's causes ticked.

Community Development 4,996
Mission Work 3,269
Religion 2,198
Education 1,865
Disability 1,363
Cultural Heritage 990
Arts & Culture 773
Housing 429

Sources and verification

Registration and legal identity
Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) - List of Charities
Financial filings
CRA T3010 Registered Charity Information Returns - Fiscal year 2023 most recent on file.
Officers and trustees
Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) - List of Charities - 4 disclosed in the public registry.
News and media coverage
GDELT Project + Google News

Data freshness

Last updated
Apr 21, 2026
Registry checked
Apr 1, 2026
Profile completeness
85%

What we know and don't know

Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.

On record · 8
  • Financial data · FY2023 on record
  • Named leadership · 4 officers on file
  • Government registration · Registered with an official registry
  • Official website · On record
  • Headquarters address · On file
  • Direct contact · Email or phone published
  • Tax-deductibility · Verified
  • Founding date · 2014
Not available · 3
  • Executive pay
    Top-officer pay not disclosed
  • Mission statement
    No self-published statement of purpose
  • Programs & activities
    No named programs listed by the charity

Methodology

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Quick facts about Limmud FSU Canada

What is Limmud FSU Canada?
Limmud FSU Canada is a education charitable organization based in Thornhill, Canada. Limmud FSU is an experience! It is a fun, dynamic and pluralistic gathering of Russian-speaking Jewish adults, and young families, for a weekend learning retreat. Organized entirely by volunteers, Limmud FSU is a conference-style retreat designed to re-energize and empower our community, to connect with each other, and to explore our common culture, heritage and identity. Limmud comes from Hebrew and means “to learn”. FSU is the abbreviation for Former Soviet Union. An international movement, Limmud FSU gatherings have been hosted for a decade in Russian speaking Jewish communities around the world: Russia, Ukraine, Moldova, Belarus, USA, Canada, Australia and Europe. In 2016, Limmud FSU West Coast premiered in Los Angeles. On November 17-19, 2017, join us for another unforgettable Limmud FSU weekend, for the first time in San Francisco Bay Area!
When was Limmud FSU Canada founded?
Limmud FSU Canada was founded in 2014.
Where is Limmud FSU Canada located?
Headquartered in Thornhill, Ontario, Canada.
What is Limmud FSU Canada's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately C$10K-C$100K. 83% of expenses go to program services.
Is Limmud FSU Canada trustworthy?
Limmud FSU Canada has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 69 out of 100 (Partial transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
What is Limmud FSU Canada's registration number?
Registration: 739803138RR0001 (Canada).
What is Limmud FSU Canada's website?
https://limmudfsucanada.org/cms1/
Are donations to Limmud FSU Canada tax-deductible?
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Canada under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.