There are many worthwhile organizations that you may consider donating to in support of Israel and choosing one can feel overwhelming. To help you navigate these options, WRT has identified 6 organizations that are addressing specific needs in Israel right now. You will also find a more extensive alphabetical list below.
Friends of the Israeli Defense Forces: Gifts to the FIDF go toward temporary field hospitals, intensive care ambulances, hygiene kits, as well as other urgent needs identified by the IDF.
Leket Israel, The National Food Bank: Leket Israel, Israel’s largest food rescue operation is committed to leading the safe, effective and efficient collection and distribution of surplus nutritious food in Israel, to those who need it.
Magen David Adom: Magen David Adom operates Israeli’s ambulance and Medivac units, runs its emergency dispatch system dispatch system, trains its paramedics, and serves as the sole blood supplier for the Israeli Defense Forces.
NATAL: NATAL is the Israel Trauma and Resiliency Center. It is an apolitical organization providing multidisciplinary treatment and support to direct and indirect victims of trauma due to terror and war in Israel.
UJA NY Emergency Fund For Israel: UJA NY’s Emergency Fund is mobilizing urgently needed relief for the people of Israel, including emergency cash assistance for victims of terror trauma counseling, care for children in shelters, burial expenses, and funds to relocate people to safer areas.
United Hatzalah: Israel’s largest independent, non-profit, fully volunteer emergency medical service organization that provides the fastest emergency medical service throughout Israel, free of charge.
Be’eri Printing: Be’eri Printing was established on Kibbutz Be’eri in 1950 and is one of Israel’s leading printers. Consider ordering your printed materials here – business or personal. See what they can print for you.
Project 24: It’s a Date Project: Sip your wine, send heroes to dine, and strengthen Israel. Choose from Israel’s finest kosher wines and support impacted wineries with every purchase. Sale proceeds become restaurant vouchers, offering a romantic dinner to IDF soldiers returning from the frontlines or parents from displaced communities. Local restaurants impacted by the ongoing war get a boost of business, helping them and the Israeli economy. Learn more about Project 24 and their other projects here.
Letters to Lone Soldiers: Send a personal message of gratitude to an IDF Lone Soldier currently serving in the IDF. A “lone soldier” is a soldier in the IDF with no family in Israel to provide them with support. CLICK HERE TO BEGIN.