The Rashi Foundation is one of the largest and most dynamic private foundations in Israel. Established in 1984, it is committed to partnering with philanthropists to lead transformative national projects that bridge educational and social gaps that threaten Israel from within. From cradle to career, Rashi reaches out to young people in Israel’s underserved geo-social periphery and offers far-reaching opportunity for social mobility and economic independence. Its unique venture philanthropy is based on building partnerships to invest in developing holistic models that integrate education, social services and health components in one solution, and are measurable, replicable and scalable. Rashi shares its on-the-ground experience and rich professional knowledge with other philanthropies to facilitate strategic giving to Israel. It has shown that a strategic philanthropic coalition working in conjunction with the government is a proven model for achieving significant long-term impact and sustainability. The Rashi Foundation was the first organizational recipient of the Presidential Medal of Distinction, Israel’s highest civilian honor, for its outstanding contribution to Israeli society. Rashi has eight subsidiary organizations, each specializing in a different field of activity or regions, to ensure professional and efficient implementation of many of Rashi's programs.