Strong Israelis. A Strong Israel.

When Israel is in crisis, we are there. By lifting individual lives — sustaining and empowering millions of Israelis in need — we strengthen the nation we love. Through our established network of innovative social service programs and centers, we’re responding to emergency needs and emerging and long-term social challenges to build a stronger future for Israel.

Many of the communities most directly impacted by the Oct. 7 massacres and the ongoing war with Hamas are also home to Israel’s most vulnerable people — the elderly, Israelis with disabilities, children and youth at risk, and members of the Arab and ultra-Orthodox Jewish communities. In the months ahead, the challenges faced by these groups — and the hundreds of thousands who have been displaced or face trauma and financial distress — will only grow.

JDC’s deep roots in Israel and long-standing partnership with the Israeli government and municipalities, NGOs, and the business sector, uniquely position us to help solve those challenges and uplift Israelis in need.

Before the war, over one million Israelis were benefiting weekly from JDC-developed social services.

Building upon that foundation, our emergency response efforts are focused on:

JDC’s emergency response is made possible by special appeals of the Jewish Federations of North America and thousands of generous donors.

We know this moment’s urgent needs are just the start. Please give generously so we can continue supporting Israelis in the line of fire.