Fellowship Blog


Family of 5 standing in front of an Israeli flag.
Faces of The Fellowship: Leah
“This year we are able to celebrate Sukkot without fear of our neighbors denying us to build a sukkah,” says Leah, a new olim (immigrant) from Argentina and mother of…
Yael Eckstein and a woman at the Rosh Hashanah Tost with IFCJ banners behind them.
Project Spotlight: Support for New Olim
Over 100 new olim (immigrants) celebrated Rosh Hashanah together in the Holy Land – some in person and some virtually – thanks to a holiday event hosted by The Fellowship!
Ripe pomegranates on trees in the garden.red fruit hanging on tree.
8 Reasons Why We Love Israel in the Fall
Are you excited for fall? In the Holy Land, migrating birds and beautiful sunsets are just a few things that make this season very special.
Liza, elderly Jewish woman in Israel helped thanks to you
Because of YOU
Thousands of God’s children were able to celebrate the High Holy Days thanks to YOU. Learn about YOUR holy impact by watching this video.
A lit sukkah with lights from the city behind it.
9 Ways to Celebrate an Eco-Friendly Sukkot
Learn more about the sukkah, a temporary hut built during Sukkot, and how to make it eco-friendly!
Elderly Jewish couple enjoying Rosh Hashanah Meal together with others in a banquet style meal.
Project Spotlight: Holiday Meals at Fellowship Soup Kitchen
Each year, we partner with soup kitchens in Israel to help the needy elderly and families who need reminded of God’s presence during the High Holy Days.
Jewish Traditions, High Holy Days
Faces of The Fellowship: Liza
Liza says that her "brightest childhood memories are all about the Jewish holidays." Learn how The Fellowship is helping her celebrate today.
Wildfires in Israel, August 2021
Israeli App Lets Everyone Track Wildfires in Real-Time
Israeli innovators have now created a new app to track wildfires as they spread.
School Supplies
Project Spotlight: Helping Israel’s Neediest Children
A new survey commissioned by The Fellowship shows that more than a quarter of Israeli parents cannot afford school supplies for their children and 30% cannot accommodate the equipment needed…
10 reasons to eat pomegranates
14 Fun Facts About the High Holy Days Season
Do you ever wonder how the High Holy Days are celebrated in Israel? Learn more about 14 special traditions in the Holy Land.
Yael Eckstein with Bible at Western Wall
Yael Eckstein Named One of 50 Most Influential Jews
Once again, Fellowship President and CEO Yael Eckstein has been named one of the Jerusalem Post's 50 Most Influential Jews.
Living Memorial to 911 in Israel
A Living Memorial
Prior to her observance of Shabbat, Yael Eckstein shared this message of support and solidarity with all Americans on the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks.