Yael Foundation
| Formation | 2020 |
|---|---|
| Type | Philanthropic foundation |
| Purpose | Jewish education |
| Headquarters | Limassol, Cyprus |
Region served | Worldwide |
| Website | www |
Yael Foundation is a philanthropic organization that supports Jewish education worldwide.[1] It was founded in 2020 by Uri Poliavich and Yael Poliavich.[2] The organization provides funding and strategic support to Jewish schools and educational initiatives in multiple countries.[1] Its mission is to support Jewish education and strengthen Jewish identity through long-term investment in educational institutions and programs.[3]
History
The Yael Foundation was established in 2020 as a private philanthropic initiative focused on Jewish education.[3]
As of 2026, the foundation operated internationally, supporting educational programs across multiple regions.[4]
Activities
The foundation provides grants and operational support to Jewish educational institutions, including day schools, kindergartens, and informal education programs.[4][5] Its activities also include teacher training, institutional development, and initiatives aimed at increasing school enrollment.[5]
In addition to financial support, the organization works with partner institutions to improve educational quality and long-term sustainability.[6][7] According to published reports, the foundation operates with an annual budget of approximately $42 million and supports a network of educational institutions and programs across multiple countries.[2][4]
Programs
The foundation operates a number of programs supporting formal and informal education.[8] It invests in the development of new educational institutions, which are intended to serve as models for Jewish education and are expected to accommodate a large number of students.[9][10]
It also organizes an annual international conference for educators and community leaders, known as the Yael Foundation summit.[11] The event brings together participants from multiple countries to discuss educational practices and challenges.[12]
Partnerships
The foundation has collaborated with other Jewish organizations and institutions on educational initiatives.[13][14] Following the 2023 Hamas-led attack on Israel, it participated in efforts to support security and infrastructure in Jewish schools.
Leadership
Yael Foundation operates with an international team involved in grantmaking and program management.[15]
Awards
The Yael Foundation presents the Yael Awards, an annual international awards program recognizing excellence in Jewish education and related contributions.[16] These awards highlight schools, educators, and programs selected for their performance across multiple regions and criteria such as academic quality and community impact.[17]
In 2026, the Yael Awards brought together finalists from more than a dozen countries across Europe, Central Asia, Latin America, the Middle East and North America, with honorees selected by an international judging panel that included former Jewish Agency chairman Natan Sharansky.[17]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Gross, Judah Ari (March 7, 2024). "With new leadership and a larger budget, Yael Foundation looks to boost Jewish education worldwide". eJewishPhilanthropy. Retrieved April 5, 2025.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Gross, Judah Ari (February 14, 2025). "Formed in 2020 and now with a $42M budget, education-focused Yael Foundation looks to balance rapid growth with quality". eJewishPhilanthropy. Retrieved April 5, 2025.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 "Yael Foundation expected to double budget next year with big bets on Jewish education, identity". eJewishPhilanthropy. 5 February 2026. Retrieved 8 April 2026.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 Botbol, Amelie (February 9, 2026). "Building schools, building the future: Yael Foundation's global bet on Jewish education". Jewish News Syndicate. Retrieved April 5, 2025.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 "Yael Foundation Activities". Calameo. Retrieved April 5, 2025.
- ↑ Rosenberg, Michelle (March 21, 2024). "Yael and Lauder foundations partner to support Jewish education across Europe". Jewish News. Retrieved April 5, 2025.
- ↑ "Major foundations partner to support Jewish education across Europe". Jewish News Syndicate. March 21, 2024. Retrieved April 5, 2025.
- ↑ "Yael Foundation summit to focus on Jewish education as pillar of continuity". Jewish News Syndicate. February 3, 2026. Retrieved April 5, 2025.
- ↑ Global, ynet; Global, ynet (2026-02-11). "From Vienna to the Diaspora, the Yael Awards reflect a confident Jewish future". Ynetglobal. Retrieved 2026-04-08.
- ↑ "The future of Jewish education: Insights from the Yael Foundation summit | The Jerusalem Post". The Jerusalem Post | JPost.com. 2025-02-15. Retrieved 2026-04-08.
- ↑ "Education and beyond: Yael Foundation summit gets underway in Cyprus". Jewish News Syndicate. February 4, 2025. Retrieved April 5, 2025.
- ↑ "Yael Foundation summit to focus on Jewish education as pillar of continuity". European Jewish Press. February 3, 2026. Retrieved April 5, 2025.
- ↑ "Investing in the Jewish Future: The Yael Foundation's work and why Belgium matters". Centrale. Retrieved April 5, 2025.
- ↑ Gross, Judah Ari (September 10, 2024). "Lauder, Yael foundations give $15.45 million to revamp Rome's Jewish school with more plans to invest in European Jewish education". eJewishPhilanthropy. Retrieved April 5, 2025.
- ↑ "Yael Foundation: Strengthening Jewish Education". Janglo. Retrieved April 5, 2025.
- ↑ Writer, Staff (2026-01-30). "Yael Foundation Names 2026 Award Finalists as Jewish Education Faces Global Crossroads". Israel365 News. Retrieved 2026-04-08.
- ↑ 17.0 17.1 "International Jewish educators are finalists for Yael Award | The Jerusalem Post". The Jerusalem Post | JPost.com. 2026-01-28. Retrieved 2026-04-08.
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