Bonei Zion Prize

As Aliyah from western countries continues to increase, English-speaking Olim are making a remarkable impact on the Jewish State – economically, socially and culturally – contributing to Israeli society in all fields of endeavor, including education, global impact, medicine & science and the arts. This award, established in 2013, is an expression of support for Olim whose contributions have helped better Israel in a meaningful way, and acknowledges those who encapsulate the spirit of modern-day Zionism by contributing towards developing the State of Israel.

Prize objectives:

• To showcase within Israeli society the impact and contribution of Anglo Olim on building the State of Israel.
  
• To highlight Anglo Olim who exemplify successful integration into Israeli society and can serve as inspiration and role models for others to make Aliyah.
• To express gratitude to individuals who have enhanced and transformed the lives around them.

Prize criteria:

• Impact: The work of the Bonei Zion Prize recipients must have had a notable and positive impact on the State of Israel’s private or non-profit sector.
  
• Growth: Bonei Zion Prize recipients should ideally have created or founded an enterprise, organization, or an initiative and/or have grown or expanded a project with significant gains.
• Rank in field: Bonei Zion Prize recipients are undoubtedly recognized within Israel as leaders in their respective fields. Many recipients are internationally recognized and may have been recipients of other notable prizes.
• Innovation: Bonei Zion Prize recipients should be forward thinkers and innovators in their fields of expertise.
• Zionism: Bonei Zion Prize recipients should be ardent Zionists and actively work towards the development of the Jewish State. 

• Others (see text field entitled "Additional Eligibility Criteria" for clarification)