Impact

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Azrieli Foundation Supports the Launch of Kids Kicking Cancer | Heroes Circle Canada in Toronto

Naomi Azrieli Speaks on Simons Foundation Panel about the Need for Philanthropic Investment in Science

Celebrating World Humanitarian Day with Reena

Brain Power at Azrieli: Welcoming the World’s Brightest Young Neuroscientists

A high-tech playground for children with disabilities opens in Montreal

A $50 Million Investment in Children’s Health

Women-powered L’Annexe, a Curative Hub for Montreal Youth

Women Care

Meet Canadian Composer Keiko Devaux

A Better Way to Deliver Healthcare

Marie Doduck: A Life of Resilience, Leadership, and Breaking Barriers

People Living with Disabilities Enjoy Greater Independence

Opening Doors to the Arts: Inclusive Performances for All

Water Offers Therapeutic Benefits for People with Disabilities

INfinity Prize Winner Expands Café to an Idyllic Park Setting

Music in the Caregiving Space

Acclaimed Orchestra and Soloist Perform AMP-winning Nigunim in Berlin

Architecture Students Design Israel’s Bus Stop of the Future

Release of new Azrieli Memoir, “A Mother to My Mother,” by Vancouver-based Holocaust survivor

Ushering in a New Era of Pediatric Care in Canada

Helping New Immigrants to Canada

Two emergency response workers in the back of an ambulance with a patient.

Foundation Supports Israel Through Continued Crisis

Jason van Eyk, Dr. Sharon Azrieli and Kelly Rice at the launch of AMACC.

AMACC to Act as Catalyst for Change

Three people in old English costumes. One sits confused on the floor, another tries to help them, a third looks on with concern.

Developing a Love for Music

A person sits on a stage, and they are alone at a grand piano. One of their arms is raised as if to play.

Conducting Joy through the Piano

Two scientists in a lab. Both are wearing goggles, white lab coats and blue gloves.

Designing for the Future

Visionary Architect Takes Centre Stage

A large group of adults hiking up the path of a dry mountain.

New Landscapes Spur Innovative Design

A person with curly dark hair sitting cross-legged with their eyes closed.

Mindfulness for Caregivers

A group of four people playing a game of cards at a local coffee shop.

Emerging Leaders Gain Skills to Succeed

Two individuals with dark blue shirts smiling for a photo.

Building Confidence and Resilience

A group of students and one service dog sit and talk in front of a building.

Helping to Transform Israel’s Health Ecosystem

A dentist wearing a medical mask holds a set of false teeth while with a patient.

Taking Stress out of the Healthcare Experience

Five scientists in a lab. One is wearing pink gloves and holds up a sheet of paper while the other three look on.

Mobilizing to Strengthen Global Capacity

A local library scene. One person checking out a book at the desk with the librarian, while a person and their child stand nearby.

Library Programs Help Newcomers and Young Adults

The outside of a red brick building with a sign that says "Chez Doris".

Providing Shelter for At-Risk Women in Montreal

An older adult in a suit and tie poses for a photo with three other adults.

Support and Dignity for Holocaust Survivors

Two people wearing matching tshirts walking and talking. One is carrying a box, and the other carries an envelope.

Initiative Aims to Change Employment Landscape

An optometrist using their instruments to check a patient's eyes.

Seeing Is Belonging at New Clinic

Six individuals standing in a very green garden wearing green tshirts.

Seeding New Ventures for Neurodiverse People

Five adults smiling for the photo. Most are wearing casual clothing, and one is wearing nurse scrubs.

Medical Fellows Program Builds Capacity

Two people sitting and talking at a large banquet table. There are two notebooks on the table.

Scholars Ask the Big Questions

A person wearing a striped shirt adjusts a microscope.

Initiative Brings Brightest Minds to Israel

A person with long dark hair and athletic clothing runs on a grassy field carrying a football.

School Gives Kids Room to Grow

A person speaking at a podium. They are motioning with both arms.

Building Leadership in Canada

A large group of preteens smiling and posing for the camera.

Jewish Summer Camp Nurtures Identity

An adult encouraging a student to dance in a room of young people.

Breaking Ground in Arts Education

Three young children playing with puppets behind a red and white striped puppet theatre.

Learning for Emotional Healing and Resilience

A person reads a book with another person. One of them points to the book.

Changing Lives Through Education

A black and white photo of young students at their desks in a crowded classroom.

Immersive Holocaust Education for Students

A large group of adults of varying age smile for a photo. They stand in front of a backdrop that reads "Celebrate 18".

Eighteen Years of Giving Life to Stories

Two older adults stand in front of a museum exhibit screen, projecting a black and white photo.

Survivors’ Voices Resonate through New Museum

The Foundation Provides $10 Million in Emergency Support to Israel

An Exciting Time for the Foundation’s Music Portfolio

Meals That Matter: Zera Café Wins the INfinity Prize

Summit Lays the Sroundwork for a National Caregiving Strategy

The Azrieli Foundation’s Response to the Attacks on Israel

Partnering to Break Ground in Motor Neuroscience

A large group of young adults outdoors. There is a row of people is sitting on red chairs while others stand behind them.

Azrieli Loran Scholars: Investing in Young Francophone Leaders

Holocaust Survivor Memoirs Program Turns 18

Toronto Holocaust Museum Thanks Donors

A Digital Transformation for the Jewish Public Library’s Archives

Large group of people, seated and standing in front of a partially built outdoor structure, listening someone giving a speech.

Studio 1:1: Immersion in Architecture

Low-interest Loans that Change Lives: Amita’s Story

Interview with Alon Chen, President of the Weizmann Institute of Science

An Innovation Collaboration Between the Canadian Opera Company and The National Ballet of Canada

Transforming Our World

Sistema Music Programs Band Together to Support More Children

Giant Steps: The Building Blocks

A Global Network

Helping Jewish Communities with “No Guarantor” Loans

A Successful Night for the Azrieli Music Prizes Laureates

Montreal Holocaust Museum Unveils Design of New Building

Summit School: Taking Creativity to New Heights

Memoirs Program introduces Jewish Day School Fellowship

The McCord Museum’s New Digital Collection

The Holocaust Survivor Memoirs Program: Impacts That Span the Nation

Introducing the Awardees of the 2021 Science Grants: The Neuroimmune System and Brain Development

Where Scholars Thrive

An interview with Ken Sanderson, Executive Director of Teach For Canada

Transforming Lives Through Microloans

Reducing Barriers to Education

Investing in Exceptional People

Accelerating Innovation in Neurodevelopment Research

Reshaping Architectural Initiatives in Israel

Safeguarding the Future of Holocaust Education

Taking Giant Steps Toward Excellence

Recalibration and Renewal in the Arts

Naomi Azrieli receives the Order of Canada

Paving the Way to Graduation — and a Brighter Future

This Social Enterprise Network is Building a Neurodiverse Workforce

Promoting Multidisciplinary Research at the Azrieli Fellows Forums

Emergency Support for Holocaust Survivors

Advancing Arts Research in Canada

Launching the Azrieli Architecture Center

Introducing the Azrieli Accelerator at the University of Calgary

Residents in front of the Lou Fruitman Reena Residence

Independent Living for People with Disabilities

Musiccare by Room 217

Taking The First Step Towards Holocaust Education and Teaching

Meet the 2022 Azrieli Music Prize Laureates

Introducing the Azrieli National Centre for Autism and Neurodevelopment Research

Launching the Canadian Centre for Caregiving Excellence

The Azrieli Foundation gives $16 million For Autism Research

Helping Adults with Developmental Disabilities

Giving, Guided by Values

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.

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