Genesis Prize Funds Israeli Recovery Efforts
A $2 million matching-gifts program has been launched using actress Gal Gadot's Genesis Prize, working in partnership with the Jewish Funders Network to support Israeli recovery efforts.
The campaign is designed to provide funding for non-governmental organizations that are helping Israelis cope with trauma, loss, and displacement in the aftermath of the October 7 massacre and ongoing conflicts in the region.
About the Genesis Prize
The Genesis Prize is an annual award that recognizes Jewish individuals who have achieved international success and use their influence to promote Jewish values and causes. Recipients receive $1 million, which they typically direct toward charitable initiatives.
Gadot, the Israeli actress known for her role as Wonder Woman, received the Genesis Prize and has chosen to leverage the award through this matching-gifts structure to amplify donations for Israeli recovery efforts.
Partnership Structure
The Jewish Funders Network, a philanthropic organization that connects Jewish donors and foundations globally, is serving as the partner organization for this initiative. The matching-gifts format is designed to double the impact of individual donations by providing matching funds up to the $2 million total.
The program specifically targets NGOs working on trauma recovery, supporting those who have experienced loss, and assisting displaced populations within Israel following the events of October 7 and subsequent conflicts.
This approach allows individual donors to have their contributions matched, potentially creating a larger pool of resources for organizations providing direct services to affected Israeli communities.
