The Genesis Prize Foundation on Monday announced the launch of the American Friends of the Isaac Accords, a $1 million initiative conceived by Argentine President Javier Milei to strengthen diplomatic, economic, and cultural ties between Israel and Latin American nations, beginning with Uruguay, Panama, and Costa Rica.
Modeled after the Abraham Accords, the Isaac Accords aim to encourage Latin American governments to cooperate more closely with Israel, confront antisemitism, and reject ideologies of terror.
The Genesis Prize Foundation, which awarded Milei the 2025 Genesis Prize for his staunch support of Israel, said the new nonprofit will serve as a vehicle to promote the president’s vision and inspire other leaders in the region to stand with the Jewish state.
“The creation of AFOIA was inspired by President Milei, who received the Genesis Prize for his steadfast support of Israel during one of the most challenging periods in its history,” said Stan Polovets, co-founder and chairman of the foundation. “AFOIA is a vehicle to promote Milei’s bold vision and encourage other Latin American leaders to stand with Israel.”
Milei, accepting the award earlier this year, voiced his “deep admiration for Israel – its history, its people, and its unwavering spirit” and said he hoped the initiative would inspire deeper regional cooperation based on “freedom, democracy, and mutual respect.”
Nonprofit will partner with organizations to advance cooperation
Registered in New York as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the American Friends of the Isaac Accords will work with partner organizations to advance cooperation in areas such as water technology, agriculture, cyber defense, fintech, healthcare, and energy.
Initial programs will include connecting Latin American students and public officials with Israeli innovation, expanding pro-Israel advocacy networks, training Costa Rican emergency medical teams, and supporting Christian leaders who promote ties with Israel.
AFOIA also plans to encourage target countries to relocate their embassies to Jerusalem, designate Hamas and Hezbollah as terrorist organizations, and reverse longstanding anti-Israel voting patterns at the United Nations.
Danny Danon, Israel’s Ambassador to the UN, called Milei’s vision “highly admirable” and welcomed the practical support provided by the Genesis Prize Foundation. “The establishment of a Latin America–Israel alliance rooted in shared values and mutual benefit is long overdue,” Danon said. “I am pleased to see the Isaac Accords initiative get off the ground and thank President Milei for setting an example for his neighbors in the region.”
Since its inception in 2013, the Genesis Prize has leveraged its $1 million annual award into more than $50 million in philanthropic initiatives in 31 countries, supporting projects from combating antisemitism to humanitarian aid for hostages released from Hamas captivity.