Israel plays an important role in the lives of the Jewish people, as an ally of the United States and on the world stage. We’re committed to building knowledge of, and deepening connections to, this diverse and complex country.

Our love for Israel has figured strongly in our grantmaking since the earliest days of our foundation. Currently we are at the forefront of expanding opportunities for young Jews to learn about modern Israel inside and outside the classroom.

We aim to significantly broaden and improve the quality of formal and informal Israel education in the U.S. in four primary areas:

• University-Level Education: Offering opportunities to study about modern Israel in a rigorous, academic way at universities across the U.S.;
• Pre-Collegiate Education: Vastly improving the quality of modern Israel education in K-12 formal and informal educational settings;
• Advocacy and Engagement: Expanding the understanding of modern Israel outside of the classroom through targeted initiatives, especially on campuses; and
• Arts and Culture: Exposing both Jewish communities and the general public to the vibrant, creative face of modern Israel through the lens of its arts and culture.

Our Partners

Read more from our leadership on Israel:

• Searching for the Study of Modern Israel By Michael Colson January 13, 2010