The Genesis Prize Committee noted Bourla’s leadership, determination and willingness to assume great risks, as well as his pride in his Jewish identity and heritage. 

The donation is for the university’s recently launched Rise Up: The Campaign for 613, which was established to fund scholarships and faculty as well as renovate and modernize facilities.

The dark chocolate bars, chocolate nibs, cacao juice and beverages are parve, while the white, milk and dark milk chocolate bars are certified kosher dairy.

The Jewish Caucus is hopeful that the funding, in response to the January 15 hostage standoff at Congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville, Texas, will make a substantial difference in protecting vulnerable communities across California.

The $130,000 endowment, which will enable the synagogue to expand their education and advocacy efforts.

For more than 15 years, this annual event, which is the cornerstone of the Calabasas synagogue’s commitment to tikkun olam (repairing the world), has been focusing on assembling packages of love for displaced children.