Sharansky to use Genesis Prize proceeds to fight coronavirus Former Soviet dissident Natan Sharansky, winner of the 2020 Genesis Prize, says he will donate the $1 million award to organizations fighting the coronavirus pandemic and assisting people most affected by the outbreakFILE - In this Sept. 1, 2010 file photo, Natan Sharansky, the Jewish Agency's chairman attends a press conference at the opening of the new Israeli Cultural Institute, in Budapest, Hungary. Former Soviet dissident Natan Sharansky, winner of the 2020 Genesis Prize, announced Monday, May 4, 2020 that he will donate his $1 million award to organizations fighting the coronavirus pandemic and helping individuals impacted by the outbreak. Sharansky plans to donate to Israeli groups that assist children with severe disabilities, victims of domestic violence and the elderly. Former Soviet dissident Natan Sharansky, winner of the 2020 Genesis Prize, announced Monday, May 4, 2020 that he will donate his $1 million award to organizations fighting the coronavirus pandemic and helping individuals impacted by the outbreak. The $1 million award is granted each year to a person recognized for outstanding professional achievement, contribution to humanity and commitment to Jewish values.

Source: ABC News May 04, 2020 03:22 UTC