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Our Tenth Year Celebration

Our visionary grantees in Israel came together in Tel Aviv on February 22, 2018 to celebrate The Good People Fund’s 10th year of impact and repair of the world.   View the slideshow!

A heartfelt welcome from Executive Director Naomi Eisenberger, joined by co-host Gideon Ben Ami, founder of Pesia’s Kitchen.

Good People Fund grantees from throughout Israel traveled to Tel Aviv to attend GPF’s celebratory event.

Julie Fisher, wife of former American Ambassador Dan Shapiro, and a prominent advocate and volunteer coordinator for the asylum-seeking community in South Tel Aviv, addressed attendees on the importance of their visionary and impactful work.

Dr. Anita Shkedi, center, and Yotam Sheffy, left, of INTRA - Israel National Therapeutic Riding Association, speak with Lilach Tzur Ben-Moshe of Yotsrot.

Yoni Yefet-Reich and Irit Shevach of Kaima/Kaima Be’erotayim.

GPF Board members Larry Paul, left, and David Gilman, speak with a guest at the 10th anniversary gathering.

Yitz Feigenbaum of Jeremy’s Circle speaks with Cyndy Schlachter, resource development professional.

Dan Shapiro, former Ambassador of the United States to the State of Israel, and husband of Julie Fisher, who spoke at the event.

Shira Ben Ami, of Pesia’s Kitchen.

Jacob Sztokman, of Gabriel Project Mumbai

Estee Rieder Indursky, of Nivcharot

Sandy Gitel, of In Their Shoes

Gideon Ben Ami, founder of Pesia’s Kitchen, describes his work to the gathering of GPF grantees.

Shoshi Margolin of Inbar, right, visits with Pnina Raphael of Pesia’s Kitchen.

Avraham Hayon of S.A.H.I. describes its work and impact to the gathering of Israeli grantees.

Beth Steinberg of Shutaf speaks about her organization’s advocacy for inclusionary programs in Jerusalem.

Shira Gilor of Necha Malka

Rabbi Levi Lauer of ATZUM, center, speaks with GPF Board members Larry Paul, left, and David Gilman, right.

Yoni Ben Ami, chef at Rosinka Restaurant, keeps attendees well fed.

Thank you to Rosinka Restaurant in Tel Aviv for graciously offering us space for our anniversary gathering!

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November 17

The Good People Fund (un)conference

Join us virtually, Sunday November 17th, 7:00pm to 9:30pm Eastern for The Good People Fund Celebratory Program. Featuring … Ruth Messinger (Global Ambassador of the American Jewish World Service), John Beltzer (Songs of Love) and Naomi Eisenberger (Co-founder and Executive Director of the The Good People Fund). You won’t want to miss it!

 

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Purim is coming on March 23rd …

And we have a no-calorie, no-stress holiday plan for you!

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GPF Live From Israel!

Sunday, March 3rd @ 12 PM Eastern Standard Time

Join Naomi, Julie and three of our visionary Israeli grantees for a special live Zoom event:

Good People Fund — Live from Israel!

Find out how they’re meeting new challenges since Oct. 7, while staying true to their passions and missions of elevating good and uplifting the communities they serve. And ask your questions!

Our family in Israel is hurting,
can you help?

There has been significant loss of life, horrific injuries and deep, deep trauma from an unexpected attack on its soil and from the unprecedented kidnapping of so many civilians and soldiers. We are working hard to uncover needs on the ground that we can meet and help facilitate in our typical manner—person to person.

We have spoken with several grantees and the sentiments we hear over and over again are disbelief and shock … but more than anything, resolve. They foresee that many more lives will be lost and that life, as they knew it, has been forever altered.

As we have learned from earlier wars, the situation is fluid and each day new needs will be identified. We have joined together with two grantees and, conferring with local social workers, are developing a plan to assist at least twelve families directly impacted by the war, as well as families of kidnapped victims.

We would be grateful if you would be a part of our efforts to help in the way that we do best … our very personal way.

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GPF Journal of Good 2022

Our Journal of Good 2022 has just been published and it’s filled with stories of visionaries driving positive change… and those of individuals, families and communities whose lives are altered for the better.


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ROSH HASHANAH BEGINS SEPTEMBER 25th!

Wish your friends and loved ones a Shana Tova U’Metukha (a good and sweet year) with a GPF Rosh Hashanah e-card. Send holiday wishes and support our Good People at the same time. Quick, easy, and impactful.

 

In Their Words: The Pandemic

Read what our grantees are saying and how they’re responding to COVID-19 with the help of Good People Fund donors.

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GPF 2021 Annual Report

Our 2021 Annual Report has just been published and it’s filled with moving stories about ordinary people who have done extraordinary things to make our world a better place.

We need it now, more than ever … Read on!

Hanukkah begins November 28th, about the time we gather for Thanksgiving.

Send a few ecards to family and friends, and do some good at the same time.

 

We know you’re thinking beach, relaxation, barbecues and summer fun, but…

Labor Day will usher in the New Year so while you are still relaxing, think about all of your friends and family you want to wish a sweet, healthy holiday.

 

Good People Talk! is Everywhere!

Now you can subscribe to our monthly podcast — Good People Talk! — on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, Deezer, Stitcher, TuneIn, iHeartRADIO, and Podcast Index. Please subscribe, share, and comment on your favorite podcast network!

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April 11, 7:30 pm Eastern

How Good People Help Aspiring Americans Succeed

Join us for our second Good People Talk Live! event – Meet four of GPF’s Good People and learn about their unique experiences, observations, and approaches to uplifting newcomers seeking better lives for themselves and their families.

Our guests include:

  • Kristen Bloom, Founder & Exec. Director, Refugee Assistance Alliance
  • Sloane Davidson, Founder & CEO, Hello Neighbor
  • Kari Miller, Founder & Exec. Director, International Neighbors
  • Dr. Eva Moya, Assoc. Professor, Dept. of Social Work, The University of Texas at El Paso

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April 11, 7:30 pm Eastern

Don’t miss our second Good People Talk Live! event – as we explore front line challenges facing aspiring Americans across the country. Meet Kari Miller, Founder of International Neighbors; Sloane Davidson, Founder of Hello Neighbor; Kristen Bloom, Founder of Refugee Assistance Alliance; and Dr. Eva Moya, Associate Professor at University of Texas: El Paso, four women dedicated to helping newcomers adjust to their new home. Look for registration information on our website shortly.

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March 14, 7:30 pm Eastern

How Good People Help Detroit’s Youth Succeed

Join us for our first-ever Good People Talk Live! event – as we explore challenges facing inner city youth in Detroit, and how three of our GPF grantee organizations there are instilling hope.

Our guests include:

  • Courtney Smith, Founder of Detroit Phoenix Center
  • Sherelle Hogan, Founder of Pure Heart Foundation
  • David Silver, Founder of Detroit Horse Power

Save the Date!

March 14, 7:30 pm Eastern

Join us for our first-ever Good People Talk Live! event – as we explore challenges facing inner city youth in Detroit, and how three of our GPF grantee organizations there are  breaking cycles and instilling a sense of future. Our guests include Courtney Smith, Founder of Detroit Phoenix Center; Sherelle Hogan, Founder of Pure Heart Foundation; and David Silver, Founder of Detroit Horse Power. Look for registration information on our website shortly.

GPF 2020 Annual Report

Let stories from our Good People inspire you during these difficult days

During a year in which a pandemic is upending our already broken world—creating and revealing untold & unimaginable human, social, and economic challenges—our Good People Fund family has arguably never been so critical.

Our 2020 Annual Report reflects that truth and the immense nourishment and salve that our visionary grantees are bringing to their communities in the US, Israel, and elsewhere around the world.

2020 Annual Report

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