Values

The Ronald S. Roadburg Foundation is rooted in a strong sense of community and responsibility, and engages in philanthropic initiatives in the Jewish and broader communities in British Columbia, across Canada, in Israel, and around the world. We are guided by the Jewish principles of Tikkun Olam (repair of the world) and Tzedakah (justice) and seek philanthropic partnerships with charitable organizations and groups that are aligned with our values and giving priorities.

Our core values relate to who we are:

  • Being part of and supporting community.

  • Fairness, “walking the talk,” and acting in ways aligned with our values.

  • Supporting people, organizations, and communities to create positive change.

  • Catalyzing and supporting transformational change.

Our operational values reflect how we work and our inquisitive approach to philanthropic investments and partnerships:

  • Will our investments lead to breakthroughs on issues or for organizations? What will be different because of our investment?

  • Will our investment draw more people into community and deepen their involvement? Will our work foster interdependence and interrelationship among individuals and groups? Are we building capacity among leadership and institutions? Are we helping communities and/or populations feel more safe and secure?

  • Will our investments encourage and facilitate collaboration among parties? Can we bring people and stakeholders to the table for greater collaboration and impact? Can we help overcome past challenges in relationships that have impeded positive change?

  • How can we partner with others to extend our reach and impact? Can we help grantees gain more support from others? Can we maximize the opportunity to influence public policy and funding in support of our priorities?

  • How can we learn from and share knowledge based on our work? Can we extend our impact by working on multiple levels or in various arenas on a common issue or challenge?