Our beloved founder and chairman, Alan B. Slifka, established this foundation in 1965 to support his passions for “a world safe for difference,” Judaism and Israel AS A DEMOCRATIC STATE. In time, his interests expanded to include biomedical research and treatments for sarcoma and other cancers, and autism spectrum disorders. Today, the Alan B. Slifka Foundation board and staff continue to be inspired by his passion and generosity. We seek to honor and expand our joint vision through thoughtful and informed philanthropic strategies.