b'Our obligation is to give meaning to life, and in doingso, to overcome the passive, indifferent life. Elie Wiesel Founding Member, Genesis Prize CommitteeGenesis Prize Laureates are dedicated to the Jewish value of tikkun olam, making the world a better place, one cause at a time. Eachyear,theGenesisPrizeLaureatepledgeshisorher$1millionawardtosupporta meaningfulphilanthropicinitiative.IntheLaureateshonor,thefoundationdevelops a unique grant-making program to promote the philanthropic theme, attract additional donors, and motivate the global Jewish community to effect positive change.'