How We Work
At Kivun, we believe meaningful change happens through partnership.
Meaningful change happens through partnership.
At Kivun, we work alongside you, not as outside consultants, but as collaborators who understand the realities of leading and funding Jewish organizations today.
We understand the unique challenges
in Jewish philanthropy
Meaningful change happens through partnership.
At Kivun, we work alongside you — not as outside consultants, but as collaborators who understand the realities of leading and funding Jewish organizations today.
For Non-Profits
Our approach is flexible and responsive, designed to meet you where you are. For some, that means a focused workshop offering practical tools, shared learning, and immediate value. For others, it’s an embedded, bespoke engagement that guides strategy, implementation, and change from within.
We’ve built our services to offer a clear pathway for every level of need & capacity:
- Workshops and Educational Tools provide a practical entry point for learning and reflection.
- Communities of Practice create trusted spaces for peer collaboration and shared problem-solving.
- Discovery and Challenge Identification helps organizations clarify priorities and build tailored implementation plans.
- Execution Expertise embeds us within your operations to bring strategy to life and strengthen internal capacity.
- Strategy Development ensures your roadmap is grounded in mission and ready for action.
For Funders
Our work mirrors this collaborative spirit by strengthening not only individual grantmaking but the philanthropic ecosystem as a whole. By supporting funders to give with clarity and organizations to deliver with confidence, we help close the gap between vision and execution across the sector.
Our funder services include:
- Landscape Analysis – Mapping the philanthropic ecosystem to identify opportunities, gaps, and leverage points where your investment can strengthen the field.
- Opportunity Assessment – Partnering with nonprofits to identify capacity opportunities and growth strategies to ensure your support drives long-term resilience rather than short-term fixes.
- Funding Strategy Development – Building frameworks that align your values and resources with the broader needs of the ecosystem.
- Operational Efficiency for Your Causes – Working directly within grantee organizations to enhance systems, leadership, and sustainability so your funding contributes to a stronger, more connected sector.
Our Values
These values are not abstract principles; they are the filters through which we view the world and our services.
Partnership in Practice
We work alongside organizations and funders to achieve shared success
Clarity with Compassion
We bring structure and transparency with care.
Collective Strength
We ensure every action strengthens the broader ecosystem.
Rooted in Jewish Values
We act with integrity, empathy, and purpose.