The ongoing atrocities being perpetrated against Palestinians have spurred a wide array of discourse ranging from contemporary political debates, varied interpretations of historical events, and even disagreements surrounding terminology.

What these discussions often neglect to account for, however, is the role of tax-exempt American 501(c)(3) nonprofit organisations. What could be deemed as a legal grey area, or a failure to adequately regulate nonprofit activity, has provided the ability for organisations to support illegal Israeli settlements on occupied Palestinian territory and fund travel for American political figures who support policies in line with Israeli state interests. ……more