Philanthropy
WhatsApp founder Jan Koum makes largest-ever donation to Jerusalem's Shaare Zedek hospital
With an unprecedented $200 million donation from the Koum Family Foundation, SZMC will build a huge 800-bed hospitalization tower over the next six years and fill the entire space within a decade.
Strengthening human infrastructure
Only 45% of Tel Aviv Stock Exchange companies made donations in 2025, study finds
Confronting Wexner-Epstein ties, alumni of Jewish leadership programs launch new survivor fund
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.
‘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.
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.
The Menomadin Foundation: Scaling strategic philanthropy in Israel
Shaping Israel’s social roadmap for a resilient future
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.
'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.
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".
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.
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.
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.
