February 23, 2021 12 Self-Made Jewish Women Philanthropists and Where They Give February 23, 2021/ Simone Ellin While Jewish women have always played an important role in charitable pursuits, historically, it was their husbands who built the family fortunes. That’s been changing as more Jewish women business leaders turn to giving. Who are they?Read More
January 28, 2021 How the Jews of Color Initiative Is Funding Work for a More Inclusive Jewish Community January 28, 2021/ Simone Ellin The Jewish community is more diverse than many would imagine, but Jews of color do not always feel welcome in its institutions. A group of foundations helped create a new fund to nurture a more inclusive community.Read More
January 11, 2021 Behind a Pledge to Mobilize Billions in New Giving for Jewish Causes January 11, 2021/ Simone Ellin Michael A. Leven and Amy Holtz had a big idea to rally Jewish philanthropists to make lasting commitments to sustain Jewish life for decades to come. Hundreds of donors have now taken the Jewish Future Pledge. Here’s how it happened.Read More
December 21, 2020 Donor-Advised Funds Arrive in Israel—With an Important Fix December 21, 2020/ Simone Ellin An explosion of wealth in Israel is driving growing giving. Now, thanks to an effort by the Jewish Funders Network-Israel, donors in the country will be able to make use of DAFs—but will have to meet payout requirements. Read More