We share our ideas, perspectives, and reflections on the pressing issues of today.
Insights
An advantage of working at the intersection of research, implementation, and iteration is that we are able to reflect on the ever-changing ecosystem. It is a privilege to leverage the Foundation’s resources to promote ideas, bring people together, and serve as a catalyst for creating vibrant communities.
Bay Area food banks struggling to keep up with demand receive critical charitable donation from Koret
“There’s sort of this false impression that the pandemic is over, but food security is very important.” Ashley Rodwick, Senior Program Officer at the Koret Foundation, spoke with the San Francisco Chronicle about the Foundation’s recent $2.2 million investment in food banks and programs addressing food insecurity in the Bay Area.
Koret study finds Jewish preschool ‘deserts,’ high tuition costs, staff retention are key issues
A new research study supported by Koret Foundation, Rosov Consulting, and EarlyJ, “Exploring the Jewish ECE Ecosystem,” was shared with more than 180 participants across three locations last month. The findings from the research are available in full to the public.
Honoring Bob Friend
The Koret Foundation is saddened by the passing of Robert Friend, former board member to the foundation and dedicated patron to our community. May his memory be a blessing.
Koret Foundation injects $6M into Bay Area’s major arts institutions
The Koret Foundation will award $6 million in grants to about 40 cultural institutions to help rejuvenate the Bay Area arts scene following three economically tough years.
$10 Million Koret Foundation grant to establish Koret center for Jewish civilization at TAU
The Koret Center at TAU, Israel’s largest research university, will work to bridge divides and improve relationships between Jewish communities worldwide by centering on the common bonds that have united the Jewish people for millennia. Read the full story at the Jerusalem Post.
Koret Foundation aims to bolster civics education in California
Koret has announced grants totaling $3.25 million to support civics education for California students, targeted toward programming that teaches young people to understand the nature of democracy, engage proactively as citizens and keep themselves informed in an age of hyperpartisanship.
We are honored to celebrate Jeff Farber
Koret’s CEO, Jeff Farber, was awarded the 2022 Tzedek (righteousness) award at A Wider Bridge’s 10th Anniversary Celebration. View the recording of the celebration below.
On International Holocaust Remembrance day, keeping memory alive through storytelling
Today is International Holocaust Remembrance Day. We remember those we lost through stories. Rywka’s Diary provides a glimpse into the life of an ordinary girl during extraordinary times.
Celebrating our Veterans
This Veterans Day, learn about Koret’s commitment to grantmaking that supports vets in key areas as they reintegrate into civilian life:
Koret President Dr. Anita Friedman receives Visionary Leadership Award from Tel Aviv University
Dr. Anita Friedman will receive Tel Aviv University’s prestigious Visionary Leadership Award at their 2021 virtual gala. The gala is raising funds for three important initiatives at Tel Aviv University: student scholarships, medical research, and The Center for Combatting Pandemics.
Honoring our veterans this Memorial Day
We are proud to honor our local military veterans this Memorial Day and every day. Koret’s Veterans Initiative helps vets reintegrate into civilian life with mental healthcare, workforce development, and community building to combat social isolation.
Congratulations to the Koret Scholars class of 2021!
Congratulations to our Koret Scholars! Despite a challenging year, you have achieved a great milestone. We’re so proud of you and are confident in your bright futures! Hannah Brownlee, Sonoma State University class of 2021, shared that the research opportunities provided by the Koret Scholars program set her up for a successful future: “This experience has motivated me to apply to graduate programs, and I will be attending the University of Delaware in the fall of 2021 to pursue my doctorate.”
Celebrating Earth Day
Happy Earth Day! Koret believes that caring for the earth (the Jewish value of shmirat ha’adamah) is a fundamental part of sustaining healthy and vibrant communities. Our grantee Urban Adamah is meeting critical needs of food distribution and community connection through a Jewish, earth-based lens.
Celebrating Israel’s 73rd Independence Day
Happy Birthday Israel! Yom Ha’Atzmaut marks the anniversary of the establishment of the modern state of Israel. Koret is deeply committed to strengthening the US-Israel relationship and educating the broader community about the diversity of modern Jewish life in Israel, Israel as a Jewish homeland, and the importance of Israel’s contributions to the world.