Technion Trailblazers: Philanthropy & Israel’s Academic Future
Published by blogs.timesofisrael.com on April 28, 2025.
During my time with the American Technion Society (ATS), I have always been blown away by how we have cultivated a united community from different areas of the country to support the Technion – Israel Institute of Technology and the State of Israel. As a testament of that commitment, we are excited to announce the incredible milestone of having raised more than $1 billion over the last decade. Regardless of our backgrounds, each and every member has made a distinct impact on the future of the Technion, thereby ensuring the future of Israel itself.
Philanthropy is an essential tool, not only for the Technion, but also for the resiliency and longevity of the Jewish community around the world and the State of Israel. For anyone who wishes to see a strong, safe, and adaptable Israel, philanthropic support for academia is an incredibly effective way to secure this future. Philanthropy does not merely provide ancillary support to the Technion. It has a tangible and direct impact on the lives of students, faculty, and staff that allows the university to stand apart as a global leader in scientific research and innovation.
To celebrate this milestone and uncover the impact of the last decade of support from our community in creating a better world, I spoke with Professor Lihi Zelnik-Manor, Technion Executive Vice President for Innovation and Industry Relations.
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This article was written by American Technion Society CEO Michael Waxman-Lenz.
