Philanthropy

Reichman course for students: Take NIS 500,000 and decide how to distribute it

As part of the Impact Lab course, students were asked to evaluate more than 120 non-profit organizations and decide how to distribute a donation granted to them by the monday.com Foundation.

Students at Reichman University, January 22, 2026
The opening of the Sylvan Adams Sport Science Institute with Prof. Ariel Porat, Prof. Eran Ben Gal, Yael Arad and Sylvan Adams.

Tel Aviv University opens $35m Sylvan Adams Sport Science Institute

 Sylvan Adams, President of the World Jewish Congress Israel Region

Israel Academy awards fourteen Adams Fellowships to outstanding doctoral researchers

Nathan Straus

Macy’s magnate Nathan Straus used his fortune to combat disease in New York and Mandatory Palestine


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

Jewish Excellence: Our only option

"Jewish education is not a luxury. It is our frontline. It is where we win or lose the battle for the Jewish future".

 Uri Poliavich, Co-Founder of the Yael Foundation

Stuart Hershkowitz: The man quietly transforming Jerusalem’s future

At the Table: Stuart Hershkowitz talks to us about his work, which consists of sitting on a myriad of boards, spanning education, philanthropy, community-building, and economic development.

 Stuart Hershkowitz with 'In Jerusalem' Editor Erica Schachne (C) and Noa Amouyal, at Hamigdal cafe at Jerusaem's Tower of David Museum.

The rise of strategic philanthropy in Israel: How crisis drives long-term giving - opinion

As Israel confronts the complex challenges of recovery and rebuilding, this evolution in philanthropic infrastructure may prove as important as the funds themselves.

 MAYA NATAN.

Doing the dance of life: Trailblazing leader advancing philanthropy, and the power of education

For Monette Malewski, national chair of Canadian Friends of Hebrew University, the cup is always three-quarters full.

MONETTE MALEWSKI, chair of Canadian Friends.

'Life is for the living': Discussing Israel, Hebrew University, and the value of positive thinking

WATCH: In the first episode of the 2025 season of ‘The Philanthropists,’ Monette Malewski National Chair of Canadian Friends of Hebrew University speaks to Israeli writer and director Maor Zaguri.

 Monette Malewski, National Chair of Canadian Friends of Hebrew University

Israel Prize honors Ronny Douek for four decades of social work

After a lifetime of service, Ronny Douek says his Israel Prize belongs to every Israeli who stepped up after October 7.

 Roni Douek.

Strong Women Leaders Discuss Creating Change: Equality, Environment, and the Next Generation

These women bring to the forefront, professional challenges they have faced and the solutions they brought to the table.

 Panel: "Creating Change: Equality, Environment, and the Next Generation"