Crisis Response


In times of crisis – whether in Israel, the former Soviet Union, or elsewhere in the world – The Fellowship is there, on the ground providing immediate assistance to the vulnerable Jewish communities we serve. Learn how The Fellowship has efficiently and effectively delivered aid to people when they need it most through our extensive network of staff, partners, and volunteers.

Ukraine Crisis

When war erupted in Ukraine in 2022, The Fellowship was prepared. We continue to deliver essential aid like food and medication…

Coronavirus Crisis

When the COVID-19 pandemic broke out in early 2020, it raised unprecedented challenges and difficulties throughout the entire world. The Fellowship acted immediately…

Israel Crisis

Israelis are all too familiar with the threats posed by war and terrorism. But, thankfully, they know that when terror strikes – as well as during natural disasters like forest fires – The Fellowship will be there…


Children rescued from Ukraine by International Fellowship of Christians and Jews, March 6, 2022

The Dramatic Rescue of 100 Children from Ukraine

Stand for Israel  |  March 14, 2022
Fox News tells the story of 100 children - many of them orphans - rescued from Ukraine by the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews.
Yael Eckstein standing with a man next to humanitarian aid packages.

Project Spotlight: Airlifting Humanitarian Aid for Ukraine

The Fellowship  |  March 11, 2022
Our first plane delivering food and other necessities to war-torn Ukraine refugees landed last Thursday to deliver tons of aid.
Jewish refugee child from flight from Ukraine to Israel, March 6, 2022

Our Friends in Ukraine Need Us

Yael Eckstein  |  March 10, 2022
While Yael is heartbroken over the tragedy unfolding in Ukraine, she sees us coming together for good and prays for peace.
IFCJ volunteer standing next to a recipient of an IFCJ food box.

Project Spotlight: On the Ground in Ukraine

The Fellowship  |  February 13, 2022
Did you know there are over 200,000 Jewish people living in Ukraine? Learn more about The Fellowship's work on the ground in the FSU.
Two girls in masks and lab coats looking at a computer.

Project Spotlight: Israeli Trauma Room Opens in Laniado Hospital

The Fellowship  |  November 10, 2021
Learn more about how The Fellowship is securing one of Israel’s hospitals in Netanya to make sure they are ready to treat any patient who needs care, especially victims of terror attacks.
Workers in front of an IFCJ food truck holding snacks.

Project Spotlight: Supporting Israel’s Firefighters During Wildfire

The Fellowship  |  August 24, 2021
We dispatched our IDF Hospitality Vehicle to visit the firefighters and other officials working to extinguish the fires last week during one of the worst wildfires in the Holy Land.
trauma therapy workshops

Project Spotlight: Trauma Therapy Workshops for Olim

The Fellowship  |  July 7, 2021
Through music and rhythm, children learn to express their emotions and recover from trauma after the latest round of rocket fire in Israel which lasted nearly two weeks.
Yael's Day in the South after rocket attacks, May 24, 2021, Yael Eckstein and Ayal Hajbi, Security Officer of the Sha’ar HaNegev Regional Council

Project Spotlight: Supporting Security Officers in the South

The Fellowship  |  June 15, 2021
We are so thankful to our compassionate donors for allowing us to provide help to first-response teams in the south.
Rockets, Yael's Day in the South after rockets, May 24, 202

Project Spotlight: Yael Visits Hardest Hit Areas and Fellowship Projects in the South

The Fellowship  |  June 3, 2021
Here are just a few of people and places Yael visited, people and places touched by rocket fire, but also by Fellowship friends who stand for Israel.
emergency aid

Our Latest Emergency Aid for Rocket-Torn Israel

The Fellowship  |  May 18, 2021
As the conflict continues into its second week, The Fellowship is delivering emergency aid to the most vulnerable in the Holy Land.
As rockets threaten Israelis, many are evacuated to Barzilai Medical Center on May 11, 2021.

Project Spotlight: Securing Israelis as Rockets Threaten the Holy Land

The Fellowship  |  May 11, 2021
As rockets rain down on Israel, ongoing Fellowship security projects are working to keep Israelis safe from harm.
Lag BOmer tragedy_Relief efforts_

Project Spotlight: Fellowship Responds to Lag B’Omer Tragedy in Israel

The Fellowship  |  May 4, 2021
The Fellowship responded to the Lag B’Omer tragedy within an hour to deliver food and water to first responders on Mt. Meron and those being evacuated.

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