Israel Asper, O.C., O.M., Q.C., L.L.D. (1932 – 2003) and Babs Asper (1933 – 2011) believed that philanthropy is a driving force behind positive change in people’s quality of life. For this reason, they formed The Asper Foundation in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada in 1983 to build upon their and the Asper family’s philanthropic objectives.
The Asper Foundation undertakes, develops and supports major initiatives in the areas of Jewish charity as well as culture, education, community development and human rights locally, nationally and internationally.
In the recent past, over $150 million has been donated to various charitable causes through The Asper Foundation. This website not only reflects, but celebrates the inspired vision of Israel and Babs Asper and outlines the activities and future plans of The Asper Foundation.
Latest News
David Asper Receives Teaching Excellence Award
David Asper, Acting Dean of the University of Manitoba Faculty of Law, received a Students’ Teacher Recognition Award celebrating teaching excellence from the Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning at the University of Manitoba. For more information, please see here and here.
Canadian Friends of Hebrew University Announces $5M Gift From the Asper Foundation
The Asper Foundation made a transformative gift of $5 million to the Canadian Friends of the Hebrew University that will name Asper HUJI Innovate at the Hebrew University. This gift will allow Asper HUJI Innovate to expand its footprint and professional led start-up accelerators to develop significant external partnerships. Please click here, here, here, here, and here for more information.
The Asper Foundation Seeks New Executive Director
The Asper Foundation is seeking an Executive Director to take a leadership role in the day-to-day operations. Please click here for more information.
Doing Better, Reaching Higher
Please click here to see the profile of David Asper in the Alumni News from California Western, School of Law, San Diego.
David Asper: A Giving Life - One of Canada’s Most Spirited & Influential Donors
The January/February 2020 issue of Foundation, The Business & Spirit of Philanthropy in Canada magazine published a feature profile on David Asper. To read the article, please click here.
