For over 35 years, the Azrieli Foundation has proudly supported transformative philanthropic initiatives across Canada and Israel, improving lives through strategic and impactful giving. Our mission is rooted in Jewish values – compassion, justice and a deep responsibility to do good in the world – and touches on a diversity of communities and initiatives.

We are an independent and public foundation committed to truth, transparency and meaningful change. We believe in peaceful coexistence in the land of Israel. Our work reflects our values and our unwavering belief in the power of passion and purpose.

Our record is clear—our giving, transparent.

We empower individuals of all faiths and backgrounds to reach their full potential. Through collaborations with leaders and organizations across diverse sectors, we foster a future where creativity, knowledge and compassion thrive.

In 2024, we disbursed over $150 million to organizations working in education, healthcare, science, Holocaust education, architecture and music, arts and culture. Our giving is more than charity – it’s a responsibility and a source of pride in building a more inclusive and resilient society.

Our work continues the philanthropic legacy of our founder, David Azrieli, whose devotion to Canada and Israel inspires us to act with clarity, purpose and pride. We invest in people, advance knowledge and strengthen communities – undaunted by misinformation or attempts to diminish our impact.

Together with our partners, we are shaping a future defined by compassion, opportunity and shared humanity.

The foundation has eight priority funding areas:

• Education,
• Fellowships & Scholarships,
• Community,
• Holocaust Education & Legacy,
• Science & Healthcare,
• Neurodevelopment & Neurodiverse Initiatives,
• Architecture, Design & Engineering, and
• Music, Arts & Culture.

Our investments reach a diversity of people, places and needs.

In addition to strategic philanthropic investments in organizations large and small, the foundation operates a number of programs including the Azrieli Fellows Program, the Holocaust Survivor Memoirs Program, the Azrieli Centre for Music Arts & Culture, the Canadian Centre for Caregiving Excellence and others.