We believe that effective grantmaking and fundraising practices, informed public policy, and fertile public discussions on the value of giving, necessitate both robust data and empirical research. Dearth in comprehensive and consistent data on giving in Israel has prompted ILP, in the past years, to nudge different authorities to better collect, verify and provide data on giving to NPI’s in Israel. Furthermore, ILP has led various independent data-collection-research, to exam

Recognizing the wide range of forms that philanthropic action can take, and drawing on its close engagement with Israel’s public, business and social sectors, the Institute for Law and Philanthropy advances research on diverse philanthropic practices and models. This work examines the challenges, opportunities, and mechanisms that shape philanthropic activity and its impact. The Institute has conducted research on a variety of topics, including field building strategies in a

Civil society is one of the cornerstones of a democratic society, and philanthropy that supports it is essential to its independence and diversity. In a democratic context, philanthropy serves as a channel of influence, whether exercised by individual donors, business corporations, or philanthropic foundations. Consequently, important questions arise regarding the necessity, legitimacy, and boundaries of philanthropic influence. Through this research program, we examine the m

As part of our commitment to advancing interdisciplinary research, scholars focusing on philanthropy and civil society from a range of academic institutions come together through the Philanthropy Research Community. The community serves as a platform for the exchange of knowledge, ideas, and constructive feedback through research presentations, collaborative discussions, and the development of opportunities for joint research projects. Researchers working in these fields are