At BuildPalestine, we work at the intersection of social innovation, collective liberation, and Palestinian agency. Our model is rooted in the belief that Palestinians know best what their communities need—and that they deserve the resources, networks, and tools to build toward lasting change.
We organize our work into two interconnected pillars:
1. Empowering Palestinian Changemakers
Across historic Palestine, Palestinian changemakers are rising with bold, creative solutions to the most urgent challenges facing their communities. But after decades of donor-driven aid, their potential is often stifled by a system that does not reflect their priorities or values. We are here to change that.
We support Palestinian-led social enterprises—ventures that center social impact while building sustainable business models that allow them to grow on their own terms. While the definition of a social enterprise may vary, the heart of the work is clear: entrepreneurs who pursue justice, dignity, and sustainability, all while staying rooted in community needs.
To cultivate this movement, we focus on:
- The Fellowship – A multi-stage pipeline that nurtures social enterprises from early ideas to investment readiness.
- Nourishing Hope for Gaza – Immediate support for social entrepreneurs in and from Gaza.
- Reclaiming Funding – Shifting the flow of capital toward Palestinian-led initiatives through crowdfunding and the upcoming Bloom Fund, a venture philanthropy model grounded in trust and impact.
2. Mobilizing a Global Community
Social transformation doesn’t happen in isolation. We activate our global network of allies, funders, mentors, and solidarity actors to walk alongside Palestinian changemakers—not to lead, but to listen, support, and collaborate with integrity.
We build bridges across borders, creating opportunities for shared learning, resource exchange, and advocacy for a new kind of development rooted in liberation, not dependency.
Through our ecosystem-building efforts, we:
- Forge partnerships with organizations and individuals aligned in values.
- Amplify social enterprises to new audiences and markets.
- Engage in learning experiences and convenings that strengthen the Palestinian social impact sector.
Our Formula for Impact
After eight years of working across the social entrepreneurship ecosystem, our approach is grounded in a simple yet powerful formula:
- Funds – We channel money from ethical, non-complicit sources—via crowdfunding, partnerships, and eventually the Bloom Fund—to fuel Palestinian-led innovation.
- Knowledge – We provide tailored business development support through mentorship, workshops, and tools, helping changemakers scale with clarity and confidence.
- Connections – We open doors to fiscal sponsors, global markets, and communities of practice, ensuring Palestinian enterprises are not isolated—but part of a larger movement.
Whether it’s responding to a crisis or nurturing long-term visions, our goal is the same: to help Palestinian changemakers grow with purpose, lead with dignity, and reclaim the future.
