Charles Bronfman Prize Grant

The Charles Bronfman Prize honors individuals or teams who are Jewish and demonstrate exceptional humanitarian work. With a focus on next-generation leaders, the Prize recognizes those who have a visionary approach to creating meaningful change. Nominations require a Nominator and two references, with a $100,000 award for impactful projects. This prestigious accolade highlights innovation, leadership, and a commitment to universal human values, inspiring future generations to pursue positive social impact.

Recognize Those Who Improve the World
The Charles Bronfman Prize accepts nominations in all areas of humanitarian work across a broad spectrum of disciplines. Past recipients have distinguished themselves through their work in the fields of environment, genetics, humanitarian relief, human rights, medical education, public education, the economy, and storytelling to convey values across cultures.
Candidates are presented for consideration by a Nominator with two supporting references. An internationally recognized panel of judges selects the Prize recipient(s) and bestows an award of $100,000 to be used at the recipient’s sole discretion.
Nominators from a wide variety of distinguished institutions around the world help to identify qualified candidates for the Prize. While most have pursued social impact through non-profit mechanisms, some Nominees have used other creative vehicles of change, such as B Corporations.

Eligibility

We evaluate that against the following criteria:Nominees must be individuals or teams, not organizations.
Nominees must not have reached their 50th birthday by the close of the nomination period.There are no exceptions to this date.Proof of age will be asked for later. A copy of a birth certificate, driver’s license or passport page is acceptable and will be required.Nominees must be next-generation leaders who have a vision for change that will better the world in a meaningful way.
Nominees must have created a mechanism for acting on their vision in ways that deliver measurable results.
Nominees have exhibited innovation, leadership, and impact in their chosen field.
Nominees must self-identify as Jewish, espousing Jewish values and demonstrating universal regard for humanity that will inspire and serve as a model for future generations.Only complete nominations will be considered.Nominators and references must be someone other than the Nominee, or his/her family members.All documents must be in English. A signed translation is acceptable.All Nominees must be presented by a nominating team consisting of a Nominator and two additional References.