The Genesis Prize

Genesis Prize opens public nominations for 2027

Annual $1 million prize, known as the “Jewish Nobel,” is seeking nominations from around the world through Nov 30, with the public invited to nominate individuals recognized for their achievements

A Genesis Prize Foundation graphic inviting the public to nominate candidates for the 2027 Genesis Prize
A superhero in every field. Gal Gadot.

Gal Gadot's $3m. Genesis Prize initiative funds 24 Israeli mental health and trauma care NGOs

KIND FOUNDER Dan Lubetzky in conversation with CNN contributor Van Jones at ADL's Never Is Now event at Javits Center on March 03, 2025 in New York City.

Van Jones joins Genesis Prize board, says humanity has ‘special responsibility’ to defend Jews

FOUNDER OF the Genesis Prize Stan Polovets, New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft, and Morris Kahn in 2019.

'When I grow up, I want to be like you': remembering Morris Kahn's most productive years - opinion


14 days - Michael Douglas delights

“He adored Israel and had a special connection with Jerusalem ever since he visited to make the film, ‘Cast a Giant Shadow,’ in 1965,” Douglas said.

Academy Award-winning actors Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones will co-host the 2020 Genesis Prize Ceremony in honor of Natan Sharansky in Jerusalem on June 18, the Genesis Prize Foundation announced.

Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones to co-host Genesis Prize in Israel

The $1 million prize, named the “Jewish Nobel” by Time Magazine, is being awarded to Natan Sharansky for his advocacy of human rights, democracy, and efforts to unify the Jewish people.

Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas

‘My vision is to work to end the violence against Jewish communities’

New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft explains why being awarded the Genesis Prize has helped him focus his priorities.

ROBERT KRAFT, 2019 Genesis Prize laureate.

Year of the Woman: Getting the work done

As 2018 grantees advance women’s empowerment, The Genesis Prize Foundation aims to make an impact with a 2019 agenda centered on combating antisemitism.

ISRAELI WOMEN NGO leaders representing the 37 Israel grant recipient organizations at The Genesis Prize Foundation grant announcement event in Tel Aviv on September 4, 2018.

Genesis Prize announces $1 million grant to support Beresheet 2

“We are pleased to be the first foundation to announce support of Beresheet 2 and invite you to join us in supporting this important project,” said Stan Polovets.

The historic selfie image of Beresheet of the spacecraft approaching the lunar surface

Genesis Prize: We won’t rescind award from Natalie Portman

The foundation said the actress waived her right to the money back in December and showed ‘disrespect’ to Israelis.

Natalie Portman poses at the premiere for "Annihilation" in Los Angeles, California, US, February 13, 2018.

Natalie Portman: I'm not pro-BDS, I'm anti-Netanyahu

The Foundation will not confirm future of $2 million prize or ties with actress.

Natalie Portman poses at the premiere for "Annihilation" in Los Angeles, California, US, February 13, 2018.

Natalie Portman says not boycotting Israel, but Netanyahu for ‘atrocities’

"I am not part of the BDS movement and do not endorse it," Portman said.

Natalie Portman poses at the premiere for "Annihilation" in Los Angeles, California, US, February 13, 2018.

Artist Kapoor donates $1m. ‘Jewish Nobel’ prize to refugees

Winners of the Genesis Prize get to award one million dollars to organizations of their choice.

Stan Polovets, Co-Founder, Chairman and CEO of the Genesis Prize Foundation poses with artist Anish Kapoor

2018 'Jewish Nobel' goes to Natalie Portman

Natalie Portman said she was "deeply touched and humbled" by the honor.

Genesis Prize Laureate Natalie Portman