Welcome to Genesis Prize
Introduction
The Genesis Prize was founded in 2012 as a US $1 million award given annually to Jewish people who have attained recognition and excellence in their fields.
Stan Polovets is the co-founder, Chairman and CEO of The Genesis Prize Foundation (GPF). He also co-founded and led Genesis Philanthropy Group (GPG) for the first seven years since its inception in 2007.
Genesis Prize laureates
Michael Bloomberg (2014) For his "track record of outstanding public service and his role as one of the world’s greatest philanthropists
Michael Douglas (2015) For his body of work as an actor and producer, focusing on human rights, gun violence prevention, and nuclear anti-proliferation work; and for his passion for his Jewish heritage
Itzhak Perlman (2016) For his story of overcoming extraordinary personal challenges to excel as one of the world’s great musicians and humanitarians.
Sir Anish Kapoor (2017) As one of the most influential and innovative artists of his generation
Natalie Portman (2018) In recognition of her commitment to social causes and deep connection to her Jewish and Israeli roots.
Genesis Lifetime Achievement Award laureates
Ruth Bader Ginsburg For her contribution to the development of a fair and just society that provides equal opportunity for all
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