
Our projects
Key Impact has evaluated more than 70 projects and programs across over 20 countries. Our evaluation portfolio spans thematic areas including social inclusion, human development, peacebuilding, and humanitarian action.
MEAL Capacity building to JDC Europe Grantees
MEAL capacity building

MEAL capacity-building support for Jewish community leaders, implemented with the support of JDC Europe.
client
JDC Europe
Location
Across Europe
funder
JDC Europe
duration
ongoing
Evaluating the program Future Ready
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of a nationwide program aimed at innovating high school education within the ORT network.
client
ORT Israel
Location
Across Israel
funder
ORT Israel
duration
January - July 2026
Evaluating the Alumni Network at the Hive - Hub for Social Initiatives and Businesses in Israel
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of the achievements of the Hub’s alumni network and its ventures.
client
The Hive - Hub for Social Initiatives and Businesses in Israel
Location
Across Israel
funder
The Hive
duration
December 2025 - January 2026
Evaluating the Community-led Innovation Partnership (CLIP)
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of a locally led humanitarian innovation programme implemented in Guatemala, South Sudan, the Philippines and Indonesia, which engages crisis-affected communities in the design, testing, roll-out and scaling of innovative solutions to the challenges they face.
client
The CLIP Partnership - Start Network, Elhra, ADRRN, ASECSA, CDP, YEU, CTP
Location
Guatemala, South Sudan, the Philippines, Indonesia
funder
UK FCDO
duration
March 2025 - February 2026
Review of the Evaluation of Knowledge and Innovation Communities
Social development research

Review of evaluations of knowledge and innovation communities worldwide. Advising the Hive on the assessment of their knowledge and innovation communities.
client
The Hive - Hub for Social Initiatives and Businesses in Israel
Location
Across Israel
funder
The Hive
duration
August - September 2024
Evaluating the Back to Work Employment Promotion Program
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of a livelihood and employment promotion program supporting women, displaced individuals, the long-term unemployed, and economically inactive populations across Ukraine.
client
World Jewish Relief (WJR)
Location
Ukraine (Lviv/Western Ukraine, Dnipro, Kharkiv)
funder
WJR
duration
July 2024 - February 2025
Evaluating the Dementia Program
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of a multi-year support program aimed at building capacities among social care professionals, family caregivers, and the general public in Belarus, Moldova, and Ukraine to improve the lives of older adults living with dementia.
client
World Jewish Relief (WJR)
Location
Belarus, Moldova, Ukraine
funder
WJR
duration
January - March 2024
Evaluating the Amplify, Verify, Engage (AVE): Information for Democratization and Good Governance in Eurasia project
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of a multi-annual, multi-country program promoting democratization, good governance, and accountability by strengthening the capacity of journalists and local CSOs in Belarus, Moldova, Ukraine, the South Caucasus, and Central Asia.
client
Institute for War & Peace Reporting (IWPR)
Location
South Caucasus, Belarus, Moldova, Ukraine and Central Asia
funder
NORAD - Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation
duration
November - December 2023
Review of Self-sustaining Elderly Communities
Social development research

An analysis of institutional frameworks, economic models, and the development of self-sustaining elderly communities worldwide.
client
Foundations of the National Insurance Institute, Shahaf Foundation
Location
Global
funder
Foundations of the National Insurance Institute
duration
August 2023 - March 2024
Evaluating the Public Sector Network of Infrastructure Developers
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of an inter-ministerial program focused on developing a network of leaders to drive infrastructure advancement in Israel.
client
Joint Elka and various Ministries
Location
Across Israel
funder
Joint Elka
duration
June 2023 - December 2024
Evaluating the program Inclusion of Socially Excluded Young People in the Israeli Arab Sector
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of a nationwide program in Israel focused on empowering excluded Arab young people through community building, and activism.
client
Foundations of the National Insurance Institute, Ministry of Welfare and Social Affairs, Gandyr Foundation
Location
Across Israel
funder
Foundations of the National Insurance Institute
duration
May 2023 - July 2026
Evaluating the Digital Ambassadors Program
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of an inter-ministerial program aimed at building a network of leaders and experts to advance digitalization solutions in the Israeli public sector.
client
Joint Elka, Israel National Digital Agencies, Ministry of Interior
Location
Across Israel
funder
Joint Elka
duration
December 2022 - August 2024
Review of Recreation Centers for Seniors and Elderly
Social development research

A review of the operational and economic models of recreation centers for older people worldwide.
client
JDC Israel - Zman Atid
Location
Global
funder
JDC Israel - Zman Atid
duration
October - December 2022
Evaluating the Summer Program at Hands of Peace
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of a dialogue initiative engaging young adults in the U.S., Israel, and Palestine.
client
Hands of Peace
Location
USA, Israel, Palestine
funder
Hands of Peace
duration
July 2022 – March 2023
Evaluating two Negotiation and Leadership Training Courses
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of two negotiation and leadership training courses.
client
Pathways Institute for Negotiation Education
Location
Across Israel
funder
USAID
duration
February - August 2022
Evaluating the Arab Teacher Integration Program
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of Arab teachers' integration into the Jewish school system in Israel, with a focus on support mechanisms such as group training, placement, individualized accompaniment, and guidance for school principals.
client
Merchavim, the Institute for the Advancement of Shared Citizenship in Israel
Location
Across Israel
funder
Merchavim, the Institute for the Advancement of Shared Citizenship in Israel
duration
January – June 2022
Evaluating the Tech2Peace Seminar Series
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of a seminar series and alumni program that brings together Jewish and Arab/Palestinian young people for entrepreneurship training and dialogue.
client
Tech2Peace
Location
Across Israel
funder
Tech2Peace
duration
July - December 2021
Evaluating the Ray of Light Partnership
MEAL capacity building

Overseeing the learning process within a philanthropic partnership dedicated to mitigating the social impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in Israel. Providing MEAL consultation to beneficiaries funded by the partnership.
client
The Ray of Light Partnership (including six philanthropic foundations)
Location
Across Israel
funder
The Ray of Light Partnership
duration
May 2021 – February 2022
Evaluating the Smartphone Pilot Program
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of an innovative pilot project that addressed loneliness and enhanced social service provision for older adults during the COVID-19 pandemic in selected communities in Ukraine and Moldova.
client
JDC-FSU
Location
Moldova, Ukraine
funder
JDC-FSU
duration
July - December 2020
Evaluating the Link eCommerce Training Program
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of a nationwide pilot program providing eCommerce training to excluded populations in Israel.
client
JDC-TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training)
Location
Across Israel
funder
JDC-TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training)
duration
December 2019 - December 2020
Evaluating the Constituencies for Peace 2 Program
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of the FCDO's multi-annual program aimed at fostering conditions for a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Assessing five individual projects and aggregating results at the program level.
client
British Embassy Tel Aviv
Location
Across Israel
funder
British Embassy Tel Aviv, FCDO
duration
July 2019 – Mach 2023
Evaluating the Freelancers Pilot Initiative
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of a nationwide pilot program in Israel promoting sustainable self-employment among skilled professionals from excluded populations. The program integrates professional development training, mentorship, and community-building support.
client
JDC-TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training)
Location
Across Israel
funder
JDC-TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training)
duration
January 2019 - August 2020
Evaluating the Mozaik Hub
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of an innovative platform offering infrastructure, tailored professional support, learning opportunities, and grants for NGOs and social entrepreneurs in Hungary.
client
JDC Europe
Location
Budapest, Hungary
funder
JDC Europe
duration
March - December 2018
Evaluating the project Social Activism and Community Building for Young Excluded Women
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluating the second stage of the Community Building project, implemented in 186 local authorities (Jewish, Arab and Bedouin) in Israel.
client
Foundations of the National Insurance Institute, Gandyr Foundation
Location
In 26 communities across Israel (Jewish and Arab)
funder
Foundations of the National Insurance Institute
duration
March 2018 - December 2021
Evaluating the Support and Advocacy Initiative for Torture Victim Asylum-Seekers
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of a psychosocial support and rights advocacy project for victims of torture.
client
Aid Organization for Refugees and Asylum-seeker in Israel (ASSAF)
Location
Across Israel
funder
Porticus Foundation
duration
January – April 2018
Evaluating the project Sexuality in a Safe Environment: Promoting Gender Rights and Reducing Sexual Violence
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of an inter-ministerial pilot initiative promoting gender rights and combating sexual violence through awareness-raising efforts targeting children and their families, education professionals, local authorities, welfare institutions, and law enforcement.
client
Ministry of Labor, Social Affairs and Social Services, Ministry of Education, JDC
Location
In five municipalities in Israel (Jewish and Arab)
funder
JDC Israel
duration
January 2018 - August 2020
Evaluating the Working Together Initiative
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of a governmental and philanthropic intervention supporting local organizations through capacity development and facilitating employment solutions and job creation for at-risk youth in Israel’s southern periphery.
client
Ministry of Labor, Social Affairs and Social Services in partnership with LaMerhav
Location
Southern periphery of Israel
funder
LaMerhav
duration
September 2017 – December 2020
Evaluating the project Empowering Tomorrow’s Teachers
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of a teacher training initiative equipping practicing and student teachers with pedagogical skills and techniques to teach democratic values and address instances of racism.
client
Association for Civil Rights in Israel (ACRI)
Location
Across Israel
funder
European Union (EU)
duration
August 2017 – April 2018
Review of Norwegian Support to Religious Dialogue Projects in the Middle East
Social development research

Review of the Church of Norway’s 15-year facilitation of interreligious dialogue among religious leaders in Palestine, Israel, and Jordan.
client
NORAD – the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation
Location
Israel, Palestine
funder
NORAD – the Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation
duration
May – October 2017
Evaluating the Constituencies for Peace 1 Program
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of an interreligious dialogue program bringing together Muslim, Jewish Ultra-Orthodox, and National Religious groups to foster their greater involvement in conflict mitigation and transformation.
client
British Embassy Tel Aviv
Location
Across Israel
funder
British Embassy Tel Aviv, FCDO
duration
November 2016 – March 2019
Evaluating ORTOV
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of three projects within the ORT Educational Network, Israel's largest scientific-technological education network, focused on combating online bullying, supporting Holocaust survivors, and promoting advocacy efforts.
client
ORT Israel
Location
Across Israel
funder
ORT Israel
duration
July 2016 – August 2017
Evaluating the National Family Volunteering Project
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of a pilot project promoting volunteering and social activism among low-income families in seven cities across Israel.
client
JDC Israel
Location
Across Israel
funder
JDC Israel
duration
May 2016 – June 2017
Evaluating the project Respecting Refugees' and Asylum Seekers' Socio-economic Rights
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of a refugee rights awareness and improvement project implemented by three NGOs.
client
ASSAF (Aid Organization for Refugees and Asylum-seekers in Israel), CIMI (Center for International Migration and Integration), and the Tel Aviv University Refugee Rights Clinic (RRC)
Location
Across Israel
funder
European Initiative for Democracy and Human Rights (EIDHR)/European Union (EU)
duration
October 2015 – March 2018
Evaluating the Academia-Community Collaboration for Solidarity and Empowerment of Excluded Communities
Monitoring & evaluation

Designing a multi-annual monitoring and evaluation system for a program encompassing 15 projects, including legal aid, adult education, health awareness, and resilience building. Facilitating the partnership’s strategic planning process and advising partners on resource mobilization.
client
University of Haifa
Location
Northern Israel
funder
University of Haifa
duration
2012 – 2017
Evaluating the National Debating Program 2026
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of a teacher training program facilitating structured discussion among students from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
client
U.S. Embassy
Location
Across Israel
funder
US Embassy
duration
January - July 2026
Impact evaluation of the program Now It's Me
Monitoring & evaluation

Impact evaluation of a pilot programme designed to promote an active lifestyle among at-risk older adults through awareness-raising, personalised accompaniment, socialization and the provision of diverse sport and recreational activities.
client
Foundations of the National Insurance Institute, Jerusalem Municipality
Location
Jerusalem, Israel
funder
Foundations of the National Insurance Institute, Jerusalem Municipality
duration
January 2026 - March 2027
Review of Employee Programs Worldwide Preparing Individuals for Active Retirement
Social development research

A review of employee programs worldwide that prepare individuals for active retirement.
client
Foundations of the National Insurance Institute
Location
Global
funder
Foundations of the National Insurance Institute
duration
July - November 2026
Evaluating MEET - the Middle East Entrepreneurs of Tomorrow
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of a STEM education program for promising Israeli and Palestinian high school students (ages 15-17), focusing on computer science, socially responsible entrepreneurship, and leadership development.
client
MEET - the Middle East Entrepreneurs of Tomorrow
Location
Across Israel
funder
Julius Baer Foundation
duration
October 2024
Evaluating the IsraAID Emergency Response to Ukraine
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of the Ukraine Emergency Response and its three subprojects focused on Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS), Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH), and child protection in war-affected Ukraine.
client
IsraAID Ukraine
Location
Across Ukraine
funder
IsraAID Ukraine
duration
July 2023 - October 2024
Evaluating the National Debating Program 2024
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of a platform facilitating structured discussion among students from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
client
Cohen Idov Center and U.S. Embassy Tel Aviv
Location
Across Israel
funder
Cohen Idov Center and U.S. Embassy Tel Aviv
duration
March - June 2024
Evaluating the Working Time Reduction Initiative in the Israeli Public Sector
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of the effectiveness of the working time reduction scheme in the Israeli public sector.
client
JDC-TVET, Ministry of Finance and other Ministries
Location
Across Israel
funder
JDC-TVET
duration
December 2023 - December 2025
Evaluating the National Public Health Program
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of a nationwide program promoting healthy nutrition and physical activity at both national and local levels across Israel.
client
Ministry of Health
Location
Across Israel
funder
Ministry of Health
duration
October 2023 - ongoing
Evaluating the Techability Initiative: Technological Innovation in Organizations Supporting People Living with Disabilities
MEAL capacity building

MEAL consultation and capacity building for program implementers to enhance effectiveness and impact.
client
The Hive - Hub for Social Initiatives and Businesses in Israel
Location
Across Israel
funder
The Hive
duration
July 2023 - February 2024
Evaluating an Intergovernmental Initiative on Quality Aging
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of an inter-ministerial program designed to establish a network of leaders collaborating to enhance the quality of life for Israel’s aging population.
client
Joint Elka, Foundations of the National Insurance Institute, various Ministries
Location
Across Israel
funder
Foundations of the National Insurance Institute
duration
May 2023 - December 2024
Evaluating the National Debating Program 2023
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of a platform facilitating structured discussion among students from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
client
Cohen Idov Center and U.S. Embassy Tel Aviv
Location
Across Israel
funder
Cohen Idov Center and U.S. Embassy Tel Aviv
duration
February - May 2023
Review of Interdisciplinary Academic Programs on Aging
Social development research

A review of interdisciplinary academic programs on aging worldwide.
client
JDC Israel - Zman Atid
Location
Global
funder
JDC Israel - Zman Atid
duration
October - December 2022
Evaluating the Tech2Peace Innovating Together Program
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of a seminar series and alumni program that brings together Jewish and Arab/Palestinian young people for entrepreneurship training and dialogue.
client
Tech2Peace
Location
Across Israel
funder
Tech2Peace
duration
July 2022 - December 2024
Evaluating the National Debating Program 2022
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of a platform facilitating structured discussion among students from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
client
Cohen Idov Center and U.S. Embassy Tel Aviv
Location
Across Israel
funder
Cohen Idov Center and U.S. Embassy Tel Aviv
duration
February - May 2022
Evaluating the Small and Medium Business Loan Fund
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of the SMBL Fund's contribution to Israeli businesses and business owners, highlighting its key achievements over the past 12 years.
client
Koret Israel Economic Development Funds
Location
Across Israel
funder
Koret Israel Economic Development Funds
duration
January – May 2022
MEAL Consultation to Social Entrepreneurs at the Hive - Hub for Social Initiatives and Businesses in Israel
MEAL capacity building

MEAL consultation and capacity building for social entrepreneurs supported by the Hive Social Accelerator Program.
client
The Hive - Hub for Social Initiatives and Businesses in Israel
Location
Across Israel
funder
The Hive - Hub for Social Initiatives and Businesses in Israel
duration
Ongoing
Evaluating the Dialogue and Identity Program
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of an interfaith dialogue initiative fostering a tolerant Jewish and Arab/Palestinian cultural and ethnic identity among children in 40 schools across Israel.
client
Rossing Center for Education and Dialogue
Location
Across Israel
funder
Porticus Foundation
duration
July 2021 – August 2023
Evaluating the National Debating Program 2021
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of a platform facilitating structured discussion among students from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
client
Cohen Idov Center and U.S. Embassy Tel Aviv
Location
Across Israel
funder
Cohen Idov Center and U.S. Embassy Tel Aviv
duration
February - May 2021
Evaluating the European Jewish Education Program
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of the long-term impact of a Jewish education program across Europe.
client
Moishe House - Europe
Location
London, Paris, Prague, Budapest, Sofia (and across Europe)
funder
Moishe House - Europe
duration
January - December 2020
Evaluating the JDC-FSU Young Leadership Program
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of the long-term impact of a leadership development initiative for young adults in Former Soviet Union countries. The program features skill-building seminars, project management training, and support for implementing small-scale social initiatives.
client
JDC-FSU
Location
All FSU countries (with a focus on Russia and Ukraine)
funder
JDC-FSU
duration
September 2019 - July 2020
Evaluating the Entrepreneurship Training Program
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of a nationwide program providing guidance and professional training for entrepreneurs and small business owners in Israel.
client
Agency for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses at the Ministry of Economy
Location
Across Israel
funder
Agency for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses at the Ministry of Economy
duration
January 2019 - August 2020
Evaluating the JDC-FSU Volunteer Community Program
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of a large-scale program operating in 45 communities across six Former Soviet Union countries, engaging over 4,000 volunteers. These volunteers implement short-term projects and provide ongoing welfare services to children and families at risk, older people, and people with disabilities.
client
JDC-FSU
Location
Moldova, Russia, Ukraine
funder
JDC-FSU
duration
June 2018 - May 2019
Evaluating the project Media Impacting Conflict Transformation
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of the first phase of a three-year project promoting peace journalism as a catalyst for resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
client
Adam Institute for Democracy and Peace, Israel Social TV
Location
Across Israel
funder
European Union (EU)
duration
March 2018 - February 2019
Evaluating the Support and Advocacy Initiative for Asylum-Seeker Women
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of a pilot project aimed at raising rights awareness and improving conditions for vulnerable refugee women, single mothers, and victims of domestic violence.
client
Aid Organization for Refugees and Asylum-seeker in Israel
Location
Across Israel
funder
Porticus Foundation
duration
January – April 2018
Evaluating the Community Building Project for a Meaningful Society
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluating the second stage of the Community Building project, implemented in 186 local authorities (Jewish, Arab and Bedouin) in Israel.
client
The Israeli Association for Community Centers (IACC)
Location
Across Israel
funder
The Israeli Association for Community Centers
duration
January - December 2018
Evaluating the project Instilling Human Rights Values in Israel’s Future Soldiers
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of a human rights education project for students in pre-army academies.
client
Finn Church Aid
Location
Across Israel
funder
Finn Church Aid
duration
November - December 2017
Evaluating the project Protecting and Promoting the Health and Social Rights of Groups Residing in Israel without Civil Status
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of a multi-year project promoting the health and welfare rights of asylum seekers, refugees, and stateless migrants in Israel.
client
Secours Catholique – Caritas France (SCCF)
Location
Across Israel
funder
SCCF
duration
August – September 2017
Evaluating the Hive - Hub for Social Initiatives and Businesses in Israel
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of an accelerator program that equips social entrepreneurs and innovators with professional training, mentorship, and seed funding to pilot initiatives in diverse fields, including poverty reduction, education, health, and support for at-risk populations.
client
Foundations of the National Insurance Institute, JDC
Location
Across Israel
funder
Foundations of the National Insurance Institute
duration
August 2017 – March 2022
Evaluating the Local Arab Leadership Development Initiative
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of a pilot leadership initiative designed to prepare young Arab professionals for municipal elections across Israel.
client
Shatil - the Empowerment and Training Center for Social Change Organizations
Location
Across Israel
funder
Shatil
duration
January 2017 – June 2019
Evaluating the Community Building Project
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of a nationwide project aimed at strengthening community organizing and development across all community centers in Israel.
client
UJA Federation New York
Location
Across Israel
funder
UJA Federation New York
duration
July – December 2016
Evaluating Project TEN
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of an international development program implemented in Ethiopia, Ghana, Mexico, South Africa, and Israel, which engages volunteers from around the world to collaborate with remote communities in developing sustainable solutions in public health, agriculture and livelihoods, and education.
client
The Jewish Agency for Israel
Location
Ghana, Israel, Mexico, Uganda
funder
The Jewish Agency for Israel
duration
July 2016 – December 2018
Evaluating the project Words Matter: Educating about and for Freedom of Expression
Monitoring & evaluation

Evaluation of a rights awareness project for Jewish and Arab school children and teachers.
client
Adam Institute for Democracy and Peace
Location
Across Israel
funder
European Union (EU)
duration
December 2015 – July 2016
Evaluating the Western Galilee Cluster
Monitoring & evaluation

Developing a MEAL system for the public partnership.
client
Western Galilee Cluster
Location
Northern Israel
funder
Western Galilee Cluster
duration
January 2013 – April 2014
