The Damascus Gate Foundation

Empowering Palestinian self-reliance through mission-driven partnerships.

About us

The Damascus Gate Foundation is a curated platform for high-impact projects that invite Palestinians across the homeland and diaspora to invest their time, talent, and treasure into shaping a more self-reliant future.

Functioning as a coordinated ecosystem, DGF connects partner organizations, professionals, and changemakers with initiatives that have been carefully vetted for both feasibility and long-term value. Our focus spans across responsive aid, research and advocacy, capacity building, startup support, and strategic capital deployment.

We cultivate leadership pipelines, strengthen institutional infrastructure, and create pathways for emerging ventures through access to accelerators and VC-backed networks.

Whether supporting civic reform or entrepreneurial growth, DGF equips individuals and organizations with the tools, knowledge, and network to scale their impact.

Eligibility

We partner with mission-aligned Palestinian organizations, ventures, and initiatives that are committed to building sustainable self-reliance. DGF seeks leaders who are ready to collaborate, share outcomes, and create lasting impact through coordinated action.

Organizations rooted in a shared vision for Palestinian nation building and self-reliance.
Leaders with the capacity and willingness to collaborate across sectors.
Initiatives with potential for measurable, long-term community benefit.
Commitment to transparency, accountability, and knowledge sharing.

What We Do

Identify

organizations rooted in a shared vision for Palestinian self-reliance.

Evaluate

their capacity, leadership, and potential for meaningful impact.

Pilot

ideas and projects to test feasibility and their potential to scale.

Align

them with complementary efforts, shared goals, and strategic resources.

Accelerate

their growth through funding, mentorship, and network access.

Why Work With Us

Scale

amplify your impact through shared pilots and partnerships

Visibilty

your work promoted across a broad network of skilled professionals

RESOURCES

targeted support to fast-track your projects from idea to scale

OUR PROGRAMS

Pilots

Short-term initiatives to test feasibility. DGF will review the outcomes with our donors, investors and advisors.

Capacity Building

Leadership development, skills-based volunteering, and virtual advisory boards

Acceleration

Growth funding, diaspora mentorship, and global investor networks to help organizations scale impact.

How It Works

Discovery Call

Initial consultation to understand your mission, challenges, and goals.

Growth & Scale

Projects expand through ongoing support, partnerships, and ecosystem integration.

Funding & Mentorship

Eligible initiatives receive access to mentorship, diaspora expertise, and funding pathways.

Pilot / Alignment

We design a pilot or connect your initiative with strategic partners for early validation.

Ready to Build With Us?

For Organizations:

Apply to join DGF’s ecosystem and scale your impact.

For Leaders & Volunteers:

Contribute your expertise through skills-based volunteering, mentorship, or advisory roles.

For Investors & Stewards:

Join our network of financial stewards and diaspora investors driving long-term Palestinian resilience.

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