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Contact: Andrea Good
Email: Andrea@goodpeoplefund.org

Jerusalem / New Jersey — February, 1, 2026 — As it marks its 18th anniversary, The Good People Fund is celebrating nearly two decades of transformative work in Israel and reaffirming its commitment to supporting grassroots social visionaries at a time when support for early-stage philanthropy is at risk. The anniversary year will be marked by a gathering in Israel on February 19, 2026, followed by a U.S.-based celebration in May.

Since its founding, The Good People Fund has invested over $23 million in 81 emerging Israeli nonprofits and provided ongoing support and coaching. This unique model has led to the successful launch of initiatives that are now widely
recognized and deeply embedded in Israeli society, including Kaima Farms, SAHI (Special Chesed Unit), Ten Gav, and Jeremy’s Circle.

“Some of the organizations that are household names today began as conversations on a bench or an idea shared over coffee,” said Naomi Eisenberger, Founder and Executive Director of The Good People Fund. “We believed in the
people behind those ideas before there were metrics, reports, or recognition.” The Fund’s work is built on four pillars of support: funding, mentoring, community building, and education, a trust-based model that prioritizes long-term
relationships with founders.

“As we celebrate 18 years, we are recommitting to our unique tzedakah model,” said Julie Fisher, incoming Executive Director of The Good People Fund. “We are building for the next 18 years with the same core belief in the power of one person to change the lives of others.”

About The Good People Fund
Founded in 2008, The Good People Fund is a U.S.-based nonprofit that supports grassroots social entrepreneurs in Israel and the United States. Through early-stage funding and a trust-based approach grounded in long-term relationships, the Fund helps individuals and organizations turn bold ideas into lasting social change. For more information: www.goodpeoplefund.org

MEET SOME OF OUR ISRAELI GRANTEES: 18 Years of Doing Good

Pesia’s Kitchen
The Good People Fund helped launch Pesia’s Kitchen in 2012 after meeting founder Gideon Ben Ami, who was already feeding African migrants in Tel Aviv. Inspired by his grandmother Pesia’s legacy of feeding people who are hungry, the Fund provided early strategic funding, sustained mentorship, and introductions to additional supporters. Today, Pesia’s Kitchen rescues surplus food from local businesses and operates EAT, an educational initiative reaching 25 schools
nationwide to teach students about hunger, food rescue, and community building.

Kaima Farms
The Good People Fund began supporting Kaima Farms in 2012, when founder Yoni Yefet Reich shared his vision of using organic farming to engage at-risk youth who struggled in traditional settings. The Fund provided early funding and mentorship to launch the first farm from the ground up. Today, Kaima Farms is a nationally recognized model with multiple farms across Israel and an expansion into Tanzania, with The Good People Fund continuing to support farms in multiple locations.

Jeremy’s Circle
Jeremy’s Circle was founded by Pamela Becker and her family to address the unmet needs of children in families facing cancer and other life-threatening illnesses. The Good People Fund partnered with the organization in its early days,
providing funding and mentorship as it navigated nonprofit growth. Today, Jeremy’s Circle serves hundreds of children annually through year-round programming and a dedicated summer camp.

Ten Gav
The Good People Fund began supporting Ten Gav in 2015 after meeting founders Vivi Mann and Naomi Brounstein and recognizing the potential of their innovative crowdfunding model for individuals served by public welfare offices. Early funding and mentorship helped the organization scale rapidly. Today, Ten Gav operates with an annual budget of approximately $1 million and has played a critical role in responding to national crises, including war and large-scale displacement.

Yotsrot
The Good People Fund began supporting Yotsrot in 2013 after learning about founder Lilach Tzur Ben-Moshe’s vision to support women exiting prostitution through vocational training and holistic care. Early financial support and
mentorship enabled the program to expand its offerings and deepen its impact. Today, Yotsrot operates multiple sites and provides women with practical skills, therapeutic support, and pathways to long-term stability.

OUR CURRENT GRANTEES IN ISRAEL: 18 Years of Good
A New Dawn in the Negev
Using Bedouin-Jewish Cooperation to Enhance Lives
Achlah – The Heyanut Center
Making Families Whole
Al-Baqour
Supporting Early Childhood Development for the Bedouin Community
Be’Darchei Tamar – Tamar’s Way
Supporting Families During Their Cancer Journey
Brit Ha’Leviot
Support for Trans and Gender Diverse Youth and Families
Candles of Hope
Israeli National Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support
Collective Lavo B’tov
Projects for Empowerment
Fighting Online Antisemitism
Combating Antisemitic and Hateful Content Online
Israel Lemonade Fund
Emergency Financial Aid For Breast Cancer Patients
Israeli Transgender Association
Support for Transgender People
JLM Food Rescuers
Salvaging Food for People in Need
Kaima Hukuk
Bringing the Classroom to the Field
Kaima Nahalal
Uplifting Teenage Girls At-Risk
Ma’atzimot
Empowering Ethiopian-Israeli Women
Magen
Guidance and Support for At-Risk Teens
Magen for Jewish Communities
Advocacy and Support for Victims of Sexual Abuse
MARVA
Preserving Dignity and Autonomy Through Life Challenges
Necha Malka
Quietly Feeding Hungry Families in Israel
Nivcharot: Haredi Women’s Movement
Giving Voice, Equality and Representation to Haredi Women
People of the Book
Fostering Mutual Understanding Between Jews and Muslims
Pesia’s Kitchen
Rescuing Excess Food
Road to Recovery
Lessons in Coexistence and Friendship
Roni’s Neighbors
Providing Home-Cooked Meals for Isolated Elders
Ruca’s Farm
A Social Rehabilitative Organic Farm
Sport – Bridge to Education
Empowering Youth-at-Risk through Tailor-made Sports Programs
Tag Meir
Coming Together Against Racism
Terra Uma
Treating PTSD Through Viticulture and Winemaking
Uplifting Lives, One At a Time
A Place to Turn When All Else Fails
Waves of Hope
A New Kind of Water Therapy
Wind Chimes
Trauma Therapy for Humans and Animals
Zehava and Karyn—Feeding the Neighbors
Delivering Food Packages to Needy Families in Jerusalem