International Fellowship of Christians and Jews
Controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2023
Reputation-management and compensation controversy
The Washington Post reported that Eliminalia, a reputation-management company hired by IFCJ, submitted disputed copyright complaints seeking removal of online criticism concerning executive compensation. IFCJ said the reported combined compensation for Yechiel and Yael Eckstein included a death benefit paid to Eckstein’s widow.
2009
Haredi rabbinic ban on accepting Fellowship funds
Rabbi Yosef Shalom Eliashiv reportedly ruled against Haredi Jews accepting Fellowship funds, citing concerns about missionary activity and idolatry. Earlier objections were issued by other Orthodox and Haredi authorities.