Philanthropy

Yaara Bank-Plotkin highlights diaspora support for IDF at Jerusalem Post Miami Summit

“Our Miami community may be far from the battlefield, but with organizations like Operation Israel and Belev Echad, our impact can be felt every step of the way”.

Ya'ara Bank-Plotkin , Philanthropist
Ronnie Vinnikov Vice President of Development, Bar Ilan University

How the billion from Miami changed Israel’s academic landscape

FOUNDER OF the Genesis Prize Stan Polovets, New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft, and Morris Kahn in 2019.

'When I grow up, I want to be like you': remembering Morris Kahn's most productive years - opinion

Gold Isn't Going Up, Your Money Is Just Losing Value

Jewish billionaire couple falls off Forbes's Rich List after donating nearly half their fortune


Building the future of democratic thought

Tel Aviv University is inaugurating the new home of the Edmond and Lily Safra Center for Ethics: “A space for thinking. For dialogue. For people.”

deta il of the physical home of the Safra Center for Ethics

Creating the future for Israeli medicine and healthcare

TAU President Prof. Ariel Porat and dean of the Gray Faculty of Medical & Health Sciences Prof. Karen Avraham explain the importance of the historic $125 million donation gifted by Jon and Mindy Gray

 TEL AVIV UNIVERSITY President Prof. Ariel Porat, and dean of the Gray Faculty of Medical & Health Sciences Prof. Karen Avraham.

Philanthropy, technology needed to transform Israel's mental healthcare - opinion

We need a new approach that leverages technology as a core part of Israel’s mental health recovery.

Mental health [illustrative]

Trump’s cuts and Israel's costs: US budget cuts endanger Israeli social sector - opinion

Many Israeli organizations in welfare, education, health, and employment, traditionally rely on American philanthropic support, which is estimated to account for about 75% of international donations.

 USAID pallets of food, water and supplies

Rashi Foundation Marks 40 Years of Impact: Strengthening the Periphery, Creating an Equal Future

The 40th anniversary events, attended by President Isaac Herzog, focuses on the future of Israeli society and efforts to create equal opportunities.

 President Isaac Herzog and wife Michal meeting with Rashi Foundation team

‘Philanthropy is not only about giving money. It’s about giving time’

Montreal’s Danielle Pollack speaks of her long association with Canadian Friends of the Hebrew University and why philanthropy of all kinds is so important to day.

 DANIELLE POLLACK, her granddaughter Lily and daughter Dalia

Haim Taib on Israel-Africa relations, global stability, meaningful impact

Haim Taib reflects on 34 years of transformative impact across Africa, championing development, collaboration, and Israel’s growing role on the continent.

 Haim Taib with children at the Fundacao Arte e Cultura Community center in Angola.

The Menomadin Foundation: Scaling strategic philanthropy in Israel

Shaping Israel’s social roadmap for a resilient future

 TIBERIAS YOUTH at the Sea of Galilee with Galili.

Reviving cities: The New Zionism

In the wake of war, the Rashi Foundation is spearheading efforts to rebuild Israel’s northern and southern periphery—framing economic growth and social resilience as the new face of Zionism.

 Michal Cohen, CEO of the Rashi Foundation

'Philanthropy is not only about giving money. It’s about giving time'

In the second episode of the 2025 season of ‘The Philanthropists,’ Danielle Pollack a longtime supporter of Canadian Friends of Hebrew University, speaks to Israeli writer and director Maor Zaguri.

 Danielle Pollack, a visionary entrepreneur and dedicated philanthropist