2024 summary-en
Letter from the Chair and CEO
2024 was undoubtedly one of the most challenging years in the history of Israel’s civil society. Despite these hard times, both nationally and internationally, Keshet realized its vision and solidified its status as a national asset for strengthening society and advancing philanthropy in Israel.
This year, we have witnessed significant achievements alongside critical moments that underscored the importance of our work – from supporting social welfare organizations to expanding donor networks in Israel and worldwide. We are proud to be part of the civic fabric of hope and generosity that strengthens the foundations of Israeli society.
The following report highlights a year of intensive activity, accomplishments, and a forward-focused outlook. Above all, it reflects our donor’s and partner’s generosity and dedication to building a stronger Israel.
We want to express our gratitude to everyone who has supported, invested, and believed in our mission.
With great respect,
Keshet in Numbers
Significant Growth in
Social Impact
Grants by field 2024
Total grants by five-year area
War grants by field
2023
- Civilian support centers – 16%
- Army gear – 13%
- Mental health – 12%
- Rehabilitating the south – 10%
- Other – 9%
- Food – 9%
- Refugees – 7%
- Hostage Families – 7%
- Hospitals – 7%
- Rescue services – 4%
- Education – 4%
- Culture – 1%
- Public relations – 1%
- Commemoration – 0%
- Orphans – 0%
- חמלים אזרחיים – 16%
- ציוד צבאי – 13%
- בריאות הנפש – 12%
- שיקום העוטף – 10%
- מזון – 9%
- אחר – 9%
- בתי חולים – 7%
- מטה חטופים – 7%
- מפונים – 7%
- חילוץ והצלה – 4%
- חינוך – 4%
- הסברה – 1%
- תרבות ופנאי – 1%
- הנצחה – 0%
- יתומים – 0%
2024
- Education – 24%
- Mental health – 22%
- Other – 14%
- Hostage Families – 7%
- Culture – 6%
- Rescue services – 5%
- Orphans – 5%
- Commemoration – 4%
- Public relations – 4%
- Refugees – 4%
- Civilian support centers – 3%
- Army gear – 1%
- Rehabilitating the south – 1%
- חמלים אזרחיים – 16%
- ציוד צבאי – 13%
- בריאות הנפש – 12%
- שיקום העוטף – 10%
- מזון – 9%
- אחר – 9%
- בתי חולים – 7%
- מטה חטופים – 7%
- מפונים – 7%
- חילוץ והצלה – 4%
- חינוך – 4%
- הסברה – 1%
- תרבות ופנאי – 1%
- הנצחה – 0%
- יתומים – 0%
The last quarter of 2023 marked a historic turning point, with an unprecedented volume of donations surpassing the total amount granted in assets throughout the year.
By the second quarter of 2024, a new trend emerged: many donors expanded their support beyond urgent needs, investing in new areas related to the war, as well as to their traditional core focus areas.
99% of Keshet donors continue to grow their personal giving funds over the years, making Keshet not just a convenient and professional tool but also a catalyst for philanthropic giving.
On average 30 new donors open accounts at Keshet each year.
Not Just a DAF
DAF | Personal Giving Funds
FISCAL | A Professional Infrastructure for Philanthropic Foundations
PARTNER | Platform for Collaboration
TRUST | Public Trust
Did you know?
Every Unicorn Needs a Rainbow (‘Keshet’)
Keshet accelerates and expands philanthropic giving among entrepreneurs and investors in the tech industry by optimizing donation timing around liquidity events and offering efficient, simple solutions for donating non-cash assets. We understand the complexities of tech assets and know how to maximize the value of donations.
Optimizing donation timing during exits
Leveraging secondary market transactions
Managing donations from venture capital funds
Financial advantage
Track Record
Keshet in Action
This year, amid pain and loss, the power of Israeli generosity was on full display. An unprecedented wave of donations created vital support circles—from assisting the families of hostages to supporting women whose partners were called to reserve duty and aiding evacuees. Our ability to efficiently and professionally connect donors with urgent needs on the ground demonstrated the power of organized philanthropy in times of national crisis. The following stories highlight how strategic partnerships between donors, organizations, and communities create a lasting, sustainable impact.
Over the Rainbow (Keshet)
In 2024, we launched Me’ever LaKeshet (Over the Rainbow), a podcast that spotlights the leading voices behind Israel’s strategic philanthropy. Hosted by Maya Natan, Keshet CEO, the podcast reveals the driving forces behind some of the country’s most significant social initiatives.
The first season kicks off with inspiring conversations featuring key figures such as Inbar Shashua Bar-Nir, who discusses redefining philanthropy in Israel; Gigi Levy-Weiss, who explores the integration of technology and social impact; and Maya Liquornik, who delves into the paradigm shift in giving in Israel. Each episode uncovers the human stories behind the initiatives that are shaping Israeli society.
Our episodes
Side BuySide Partners | Podcast
From Planning to Impact: How Wealthy Families Maximize Social Impact with Tax Advantages
The Spiro Circle
Keshet has helped hundreds of donors donate cash and assets to more than 1,100 Israeli organizations.
“Heat Map” – with Guy Nathan
Maya Nathan: Financial Philanthropy, the New Model That Connects the Capital Market and Giving
Podcast – “Over the rainbow”
Chapter 10 | Idan Tendler – How Israeli high-tech can change Israeli society
