American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) is an independent non-profit foundation based in New York, NY. Established in 1914, the foundation works to alleviate hunger and hardship, rescue Jews in danger, create lasting connections to Jewish life, and provide immediate relief for victims of natural and man-made disasters. The assets of the foundation are managed by the board of directors.American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee's investment portfolio is valued at over $623.92 million as of December 31, 2019, with investments in equities, fixed income, hedge funds, private equity, real estate, real assets, natural resources, and cash.