Crisis Response – Israel News


Across Israel, Jewish communities face each day with fear and uncertainty. Neighborhoods have been shattered, and countless lives have been changed forever.   

In these extraordinarily difficult and painful moments, The Fellowship remains steadfast in its support of the Jewish people. Even as violence threaten civilian areas, The Fellowship continues working on the ground in Israel to meet urgent and lifesaving needs. From emotional trauma to displacement and loss, the effects of ongoing violence are immediate and profound — and The Fellowship is committed to helping those affected with compassion, care, and hope. 

Emergency responders and rescue teams work together at the site of a building collapse, providing aid and searching for survivors amidst debris and damaged structures.

The Fellowship’s Impact

The Fellowship is responding to an overwhelming and growing number of emergency requests and is reassessing needs daily as the situation evolves. In addition to our ongoing support for Jewish people in need, we are prioritizing emergency assistance for those most affected by the current attacks.

Since October 7, 2023, The Fellowship has committed over $300 million in aid to Israel to address urgent and ongoing needs. This includes providing prepacked emergency food and water, critical equipment for first responders and security personnel, and Aliyah support for olim and other vulnerable populations impacted by the war and continuing conflict.

Van seen from rear with back doors open, white branded logo food boxes inside - man in black branded logo t-shirt and glasses holding a food box, Gadi Dan (IFCJ Staff) in white branded logo shirt, holding food box - loading boxes into the van

Help Israel Now with Your Donation 

Your donation today could provide an essential food box or lifesaving aid to someone in need. Every gift is a blessing that eases the burden of war and reminds Israel’s people they are not alone.

“I’m overwhelmed with gratitude for our Christian friends whose love and prayers make this work possible. Their support is not just financial—it’s spiritual. It reminds the people of Israel that they are not alone—even in the darkest of nights.” – Yael Eckstein, President and Global CEO

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