Genesis Prize

Genesis Prize Awards $1 Million to Israeli Groups Working to Release and Aid Hostages and Their Families

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Mittwoch, Februar 28, 2024
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These organizations also provide essential services such as treatment, counseling, and support to the hostages who have been released and their families.

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  • These organizations also provide essential services such as treatment, counseling, and support to the hostages who have been released and their families.
  • In 2023, the Genesis Prize Foundation recognized Jewish activists and nongovernmental organizations aiding people in Ukraine.
  • The Genesis Prize Foundation Selection Committee has chosen five Israeli NGOs to receive its first round of financial support.
  • The 2024 Genesis Prize also honors family members of hostages and others for their remarkable efforts in securing the release and supporting the hostages and their families.

The "Jewish Nobel Prize" Rallies Support for Israel

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Mittwoch, November 1, 2023
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NEW YORK, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Genesis Prize Foundation (GPF), which administers the eponymous $1 million annual award – described as the most prestigious prize in the Jewish world – is mobilizing its resources in support of Israel in the face of an unprecedented attack on the Jewish State.

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  • As Israel defends its citizens, it is imperative that we unite and make sure our government officials, media and civil society continue to support Israel in its existential struggle.
  • Since the October 7 Hamas terror attack, the Genesis Prize began a targeted grant program to address the immediate needs of the people of Israel.
  • Genesis Prize also provided a grant to Magen David Adom (MDA), in support of inaugural Genesis Prize Laureate Michael Bloomberg's gift for the Emergency Medical Service in Israel.
  • The goal of the campaign is to engage the audiences in a sustained effort to support Israel by donating, volunteering, and engaging in political advocacy.

Barbra Streisand Awarded Tenth Anniversary Genesis Prize

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Montag, Mai 1, 2023
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NEW YORK, May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, The Genesis Prize Foundation (GPF) announced iconic actor, singer, director, author, and activist Barbra Streisand as the 10th Anniversary Genesis Prize Laureate.

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  • NEW YORK, May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, The Genesis Prize Foundation (GPF) announced iconic actor, singer, director, author, and activist Barbra Streisand as the 10th Anniversary Genesis Prize Laureate.
  • Since the launch of the Prize in 2013, Ms. Streisand has received tens of thousands of nominations and votes for the Genesis Prize.
  • Recognizing the overwhelming display of support and admiration by global Jewry over the past decade, the judges of the Selection and Prize Committees unanimously endorsed Ms. Streisand as the 10th Anniversary Genesis Prize Laureate.
  • Barbra Streisand said: "I am delighted to be honored by the special 10th Anniversary Genesis Prize and to work with The Genesis Prize Foundation to support organizations that seek to better society and our shared humanity.

Barbra Streisand Awarded Tenth Anniversary Genesis Prize

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Montag, Mai 1, 2023
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NEW YORK, May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, The Genesis Prize Foundation (GPF) announced iconic actor, singer, director, author, and activist Barbra Streisand as the 10th Anniversary Genesis Prize Laureate.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, The Genesis Prize Foundation (GPF) announced iconic actor, singer, director, author, and activist Barbra Streisand as the 10th Anniversary Genesis Prize Laureate.
  • Since the launch of the Prize in 2013, Ms. Streisand has received tens of thousands of nominations and votes for the Genesis Prize.
  • Recognizing the overwhelming display of support and admiration by global Jewry over the past decade, the judges of the Selection and Prize Committees unanimously endorsed Ms. Streisand as the 10th Anniversary Genesis Prize Laureate.
  • Barbra Streisand said: "I am delighted to be honored by the special 10th Anniversary Genesis Prize and to work with The Genesis Prize Foundation to support organizations that seek to better society and our shared humanity.

Appeal of Conscience Foundation to Honor Robert Kraft, Founder, Chairman and CEO of the Kraft Group, and Jean-Paul Agon, Chairman of the L'Oréal Group, at the 57th Annual Appeal of Conscience Awards

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Donnerstag, Juli 21, 2022
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Jean-PaulAgonwill be recognized for his visionary, innovative, global leadership committed to respect for human dignity, diversity and inclusiveness."

Key Points: 
  • Jean-PaulAgonwill be recognized for his visionary, innovative, global leadership committed to respect for human dignity, diversity and inclusiveness."
  • "I am humbled to receive this honor and join such a distinguished list of past recipients," said Robert Kraft.
  • "What Rabbi Schneier has created with this foundation and the positive impact it has had over the past half-century is truly remarkable.
  • I have tremendous respect for his tireless pursuit to combat hatred and his mission to help all humanity."

Appeal of Conscience Foundation to Honor Robert Kraft, Founder, Chairman and CEO of the Kraft Group, and Jean-Paul Agon, Chairman of the L'Oréal Group, at the 57th Annual Appeal of Conscience Awards

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Donnerstag, Juli 21, 2022
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Jean-PaulAgonwill be recognized for his visionary, innovative, global leadership committed to respect for human dignity, diversity and inclusiveness."

Key Points: 
  • Jean-PaulAgonwill be recognized for his visionary, innovative, global leadership committed to respect for human dignity, diversity and inclusiveness."
  • "I am humbled to receive this honor and join such a distinguished list of past recipients," said Robert Kraft.
  • "What Rabbi Schneier has created with this foundation and the positive impact it has had over the past half-century is truly remarkable.
  • I have tremendous respect for his tireless pursuit to combat hatred and his mission to help all humanity."

Israel Honors Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla with the "Jewish Nobel" Prize

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Mittwoch, Juni 29, 2022
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JERUSALEM, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today the President of Israel Isaac Herzog presented the Genesis Prize to Dr. Albert Bourla at a ceremony in Israel's capital Jerusalem.

Key Points: 
  • The annual $1 million Genesis Prize, dubbed the "Jewish Nobel" by TIME magazine, honors extraordinary individuals for their outstanding professional achievement, contribution to humanity, commitment to Jewish values and the State of Israel.
  • Dr. Albert Bourla was announced as the 9th Genesis Prize Laureate in January 2022.
  • The President of Israel Isaac Herzog said: "Albert Bourla was not deterred by high stakes, by naysayers, by conspiracy or by politics.
  • 2022 Genesis Prize Laureate Dr. Albert Bourla said: "I am honored and deeply humbled to receive the Genesis Prize.

Israel Honors Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla with the "Jewish Nobel" Prize

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Mittwoch, Juni 29, 2022
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JERUSALEM, June 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today the President of Israel Isaac Herzog presented the Genesis Prize to Dr. Albert Bourla at a ceremony in Israel's capital Jerusalem.

Key Points: 
  • The annual $1 million Genesis Prize, dubbed the "Jewish Nobel" by TIME magazine, honors extraordinary individuals for their outstanding professional achievement, contribution to humanity, commitment to Jewish values and the State of Israel.
  • Dr. Albert Bourla was announced as the 9th Genesis Prize Laureate in January 2022.
  • The President of Israel Isaac Herzog said: "Albert Bourla was not deterred by high stakes, by naysayers, by conspiracy or by politics.
  • 2022 Genesis Prize Laureate Dr. Albert Bourla said: "I am honored and deeply humbled to receive the Genesis Prize.

2022 Genesis Prize Laureate Albert Bourla Receives Top Civilian Honor from Greece

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Montag, April 11, 2022
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NEW YORK, April 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On April 5, 2022, Chairman and CEO of Pfizer Albert Bourla was honored with Greece's top civilian award for his efforts in developing a life-saving COVID-19 vaccine. Greek President Katerina Sakellaropoulou presented Dr. Bourla with the Golden Cross of the Order of the Redeemer, the oldest and the highest decoration of the Greek state, awarded for exceptional service in political, economic and humanitarian areas.

Key Points: 
  • Earlier in January, Albert Bourla was announced as the Laureate of the 2022 Genesis Prize, also known as the "Jewish Nobel".
  • The President of Israel Isaac Herzog will present the Genesis Prize to Dr. Bourla at a ceremony in Jerusalem on June 29.
  • Dr. Bourla asked The Genesis Prize Foundation to direct his $1 million prize award to projects aimed at preserving the memory of the victims of the Holocaust in Thessaloniki.
  • As the 9th Genesis Prize Laureate, Dr. Bourla follows filmmaker and philanthropist Steven Spielberg, who was awarded the Genesis Prize in 2021, and the legendary human rights activist Natan Sharansky, the 2020 Laureate.

2022 Genesis Prize Laureate Albert Bourla Receives Top Civilian Honor from Greece

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Montag, April 11, 2022
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NEW YORK, April 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- On April 5, 2022, Chairman and CEO of Pfizer Albert Bourla was honored with Greece's top civilian award for his efforts in developing a life-saving COVID-19 vaccine. Greek President Katerina Sakellaropoulou presented Dr. Bourla with the Golden Cross of the Order of the Redeemer, the oldest and the highest decoration of the Greek state, awarded for exceptional service in political, economic and humanitarian areas.

Key Points: 
  • Earlier in January, Albert Bourla was announced as the Laureate of the 2022 Genesis Prize, also known as the "Jewish Nobel".
  • The President of Israel Isaac Herzog will present the Genesis Prize to Dr. Bourla at a ceremony in Jerusalem on June 29.
  • Dr. Bourla asked The Genesis Prize Foundation to direct his $1 million prize award to projects aimed at preserving the memory of the victims of the Holocaust in Thessaloniki.
  • As the 9th Genesis Prize Laureate, Dr. Bourla follows filmmaker and philanthropist Steven Spielberg, who was awarded the Genesis Prize in 2021, and the legendary human rights activist Natan Sharansky, the 2020 Laureate.