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Impossible Choice

'Who gets the ambulance first?'

With emergency transport often taking up to 40 minutes to arrive from central Israel, every call becomes a desperate calculation of time and urgency.

'Who gets the ambulance first?'

Help plant hope:

New orchards in Kibbutz Tze'elim and Nir Oz

One of the newly established orchards is in Kibbutz Tze'elim, right next to the home of Yarden Bibas’ parents.

New orchards in Kibbutz Tze'elim and Nir Oz

Help Our Little Malkah

Recently, we discovered Malkah is battling childhood cancer, and we are fighting with all our might to save her life.

Help Our Little Malkah

Help Support 86 Women Widowed By War

The war in Lebanon has left dozens of families across Israel in mourning. Help them when they need it most.

Help Support 86 Women Widowed By War

Help Michael:

Convert hopeful the community will have his back

After all this couple has been through, they hope that the community will be there for them in their time of need.

Convert hopeful the community will have his back

Planting Hope:

Tu B’Shvat Campaign Begins on Rosh Chodesh Shevat

Today, on Rosh Chodesh Shevat, we launch a major Tu B’Shvat planting campaign, honoring 841 fallen soldiers by planting orchards across Israel. Join us in creating a lasting legacy. Plant a tree today and take part in this meaningful mission.

Tu B’Shvat Campaign Begins on Rosh Chodesh Shevat

Amim Towers:

Where community and modern living come together in Jerusalem

Located on Hebron Road, Amim Towers is positioned in one of Jerusalem’s most exciting up-and-coming areas, adjacent to Arnona and the revitalized Talpiot neighborhood.

Where community and modern living come together in Jerusalem

Help Sruli & Esther save their only child

Lali's last chance - Esther & Sruli were ecstatic at the birth of their only child, born after five years of yearning.

Help Sruli & Esther save their only child

Orphaned Bride's Greatest Joy:

'My Mother Will Finally See Me Happy'

For Tamar, a secretary in Jerusalem, her recent engagement carries a bittersweet weight that few brides experience.

'My Mother Will Finally See Me Happy'

Troubled nurse asks

Woman hospitalized consistently for two years straight.

Levi, widowed mother of twelve, despairs as doctors deem cancer treatment unsatisfactory.

Woman hospitalized consistently for two years straight.

Akiva Brings His Electrifying Concerts to New Jersey and Florida

A new video highlights the electric energy top Israeli star Akiva is expected to bring to his upcoming performance at the Bergenpac in South Florida’s Boca Raton Synagogue on February 16th and in in Englewood, New Jersey on February 17th.

Akiva Brings His Electrifying Concerts to New Jersey and Florida

The Blood of the Shepherds Cries Out from the Earth

Help Us Fight Against Agricultural Terror

The Blood of the Shepherds Cries Out from the Earth

Freak bus accident leaves woman in coma

Two buses collide in Jerusalem's Ramot neighborhood. The accident has devastating effects on one injured passenger.

Freak bus accident leaves woman in coma

Benny's mother pleads to you: Help me save my child!

Benny was born 18 months ago, bringing with him great joy to his parents. A healthy, thriving baby, he was their sunshine. But six weeks ago, he suddenly became sick. Very, very sick.

Benny's mother pleads to you: Help me save my child!

After Losing Her Husband, Chana Levy Faces New Challenge

A widow in Jerusalem is fighting cancer. Her twelve orphans need her to survive.

After Losing Her Husband, Chana Levy Faces New Challenge

Israeli woman whose leg was crushed by bus miraculously wakes up

Leah Leiner, a mother of six children, was a passenger on a bus in Jerusalem several months ago when the vehicle collided with another bus.

Israeli woman whose leg was crushed by bus miraculously wakes up

JUST RELEASED:

Name for prayer: Dan ben Chava

Dan Bitton, once a pillar of his home and community, is now sick with a rare and deteriorating disease; his family asks Am Yisrael to pray for his full recovery.

Name for prayer: Dan ben Chava

Family of 9 Trapped in 42-Square Meter Apartment

Batsheva Brand, a mother of seven, pours out her heart in a shocking confession to the public.

Family of 9 Trapped in 42-Square Meter Apartment

The heart wrenching story of this special convert

Michael Glazer has lived an extraordinary life. After converting, he married and had seven children. Then he discovered that he has a horrific illness.

The heart wrenching story of this special convert

Bring Shlomo home

Thailand: Chance meeting sparks a change

When this Israeli contractor traveled to Thailand to recruit workers, he chanced upon a fleeting opportunity.

Thailand: Chance meeting sparks a change

Shiloh youth seek support for farm to protect hills

A new farm has been established just north of Shiloh.

Shiloh youth seek support for farm to protect hills

Help Yosef Meir Cohen:

Detainee had unusual request during arrest

Yosef Meir Cohen dedicated his life to helping others. Today, he is sitting in jail.

Detainee had unusual request during arrest

Bible Commands Israeli Sovereignty

A Call to the Israeli and new US administration

The Sovereignty Movement and the "Israel Forever" Movement held a joint event, from which a call emerged to the Israeli leadership that decisions regarding the fate of Israel will only be made in Jerusalem.

A Call to the Israeli and new US administration

The American dream meets Israeli reality

In the heart of Beit Shemesh, a city where the tapestry of American and Israeli cultures intertwine, the Netzach Educational Network is redefining traditional haredi education.

The American dream meets Israeli reality

A Zionist and economic response

Establishing new neighborhoods and communities in Judea and Samaria

A Zionist and economic response

Yeshiva Runaway: “Maybe I can actually heal”

Yeshiva student dropped everything after his third engagement was broken, is tentatively considering coming home.

Yeshiva Runaway: “Maybe I can actually heal”

Shira is fighting a severe illness and needs your help

Shira is suffering from a serious medical condition, and we need urgent treatment to help her recover.

Shira is fighting a severe illness and needs your help

Help father of 7:

Israeli family experience life-threatening medical stalemate

A father of seven’s story has dragged on for months, putting his life at risk.

Israeli family experience life-threatening medical stalemate

After electric Los Angeles concert - Akiva comes east

Israeli star Akiva will headline his first concert in the New York area on February 17th at the Bergenpac in Englewood, New Jersey—and he’ll perform at South Florida’s Boca Raton Synagogue on February 16th.

After electric Los Angeles concert - Akiva comes east

Save the children of Israel!

The chief rabbis of Israel in an a special call

The Rabbis call out to follow the ways of the Hebrew midwives to save the children of Israel!

The chief rabbis of Israel in an a special call

Help the young groom:

6 kids left to fend for themselves, eldest’s wedding at risk

Nachi’s income went to his family, not savings for his future, leaving him with no way to pay for his upcoming wedding expenses.

6 kids left to fend for themselves, eldest’s wedding at risk

New Program

Master Hilchos Shabbos online and set semicha

Based on Rabbi Yitzchak Berkovits's Smicha Program

Master Hilchos Shabbos online and set semicha

From Wall Street to war zones:

30 lone soldiers who chose Israel's toughest mission

These lone soldiers chose one of the IDF's most gritty roles: reconnaissance missions in high-risk areas in Syria and Lebanon.

30 lone soldiers who chose Israel's toughest mission

Help With Legal Fees:

How Jerusalem’s greatest community activist ended up behind bars

Three months ago, if you needed help in Jerusalem, everyone knew where to turn - Yosef Meir Cohen.

How Jerusalem’s greatest community activist ended up behind bars

Unusual Family Setup in Jerusalem Has Tragic Backstory

A young teenager was forced to take charge of his sibling's well-being.

Unusual Family Setup in Jerusalem Has Tragic Backstory

IDF unit in northern Israel seeks help upgrading equipment

In the uncertain terrains along Israel’s northern border, a special unit of 30 religious lone soldiers operates missions crucial to national security.

IDF unit in northern Israel seeks help upgrading equipment

Help needy groom:

Boy cared for 5 siblings, putting future marriage at risk

After years of caring for his siblings, Nachi has nothing left to use for his own marriage.

Boy cared for 5 siblings, putting future marriage at risk

Harrowing new video of Nosson Malul in prison infirmary

In a desperate plea from the infirmary, Nosson’s suffering is captured like never before.

Harrowing new video of Nosson Malul in prison infirmary

AFJS awarded Knesset Prize for Its work in advocacy and education

American Friends of Judea and Samaria awarded prestigious prize for its extensive work on behalf of the Jewish people and the Land of Israel.

AFJS awarded Knesset Prize for Its work in advocacy and education

Join us in the fight for Dudi and donate to save his life

Two-year-old Dudi is fighting leukemia and needs a complex surgery to save his life.

Join us in the fight for Dudi and donate to save his life

Jerusalem:

Michael Glazer is losing his battle against colon cancer

A father of 7 and a convert to Judaism, Michael is fighting for his life.

Michael Glazer is losing his battle against colon cancer

The drastic blows that caused a 'superhero' to fall apart

Dikla Cohen is dealing with complex financial issues following her husband’s death.

The drastic blows that caused a 'superhero' to fall apart

Help Yocheved get the treatment she needs

Yocheved is battling leukemia—a cruel illness that has interrupted her childhood. The doctors are offering a new hope.

Help Yocheved get the treatment she needs

Help IDF widows:

78 women facing first Hanukkah alone

78 women are experiencing eight painful days after losing their husbands in battle this year.

78 women facing first Hanukkah alone

Another Jew Awaits Freedom

For Yosef Meir Cohen, life has always been about helping others. But today, he’s a man sitting in jail.

Another Jew Awaits Freedom

They’re Tired Of Pretending

The Hershkowitzes are tired of pretending that everything is okay.

They’re Tired Of Pretending

A Miracle Saved This Woman, But Now She’s Asking For Another

A Hatzalah volunteer was recently hailed a hero for using his quick thinking to save the life of a 45-year-old woman after a horrific bus crash.

A Miracle Saved This Woman, But Now She’s Asking For Another

Israeli Wife: “This is my last resort to save my husband's life”

Leah Bitton made a dramatic move after her husband was diagnosed with a rare liver disease.

Israeli Wife: “This is my last resort to save my husband's life”

Rabbi Grossman urges: 24 hours left to save Jew In prison

With just one day left until his trial, Nosson’s life hangs in the balance.

Rabbi Grossman urges: 24 hours left to save Jew In prison

Help struggling family:

Failed business deal likely cause of young father’s death

Friends and family point to extreme stress as cause of Avihu Cohen’s death.

Failed business deal likely cause of young father’s death

Help Shira and Itiel:

Couple's future hangs in the balance after sacrifices for Israel

Despite their sacrifices, the couple is struggling to make ends meet.

Couple's future hangs in the balance after sacrifices for Israel

Help with the legal fees:

Time running out for Israeli man imprisoned abroad

If they do not somehow find a way to afford the legal fees, Nosson could spend the rest of his life wasting away in prison, and if the threats of his fellow prisoners are legitimate, the rest of his life may not be long.

Time running out for Israeli man imprisoned abroad

Help the Brands:

How can an Israeli family survive in these conditions?

With seven children, they’ve faced challenges, but nothing could prepare them for the state they’re in now.

How can an Israeli family survive in these conditions?

Yeshiva Lecturer Confined to Bed, Publicizes Personal Story

Diagnosed with a rare liver disease, a father of seven may be forced to go against doctors orders.

Yeshiva Lecturer Confined to Bed, Publicizes Personal Story

Their Fathers Died For Israel - Let’s Light Up Their Chanuka

Avital’s father was a sharpshooter who held his position under heavy enemy fire until he succumbed to his wounds.

Their Fathers Died For Israel - Let’s Light Up Their Chanuka

Addressing Post-Traumatic Stress in Lone Soldiers

War tragically leaves many physically and mentally affected. For soldiers without the embrace of family support, its scars can run especially deep.

Addressing Post-Traumatic Stress in Lone Soldiers

Former IDF Soldier Continues Service at Touro’s Med School.

Former IDF Soldier Hatzoloh Volunteer Continues Passion for Service as Touro’s Med School.

Former IDF Soldier Continues Service at Touro’s Med School.

It’s never a good time to lose a loved one - but this?

I’LL BE LIGHTING THE MENORAH ALONE THIS YEAR—Please Help 78 IDF Widows Like Me!

It’s never a good time to lose a loved one - but this?

Double blow: Family faces eviction 12 days after father’s death

The Cohen Family may be forced out of their home days after their father’s death, because of a failed business deal that left him deeply in debt.

Double blow: Family faces eviction 12 days after father’s death

Grandson Of Chief Rabbi Joins Fight to Save an Ill Father

Rabbi Yaakov Sinai, grandson of Chief Rabbi Ovadia Yosef, spoke out on behalf of a dear friend who is fighting a terminal illness.

Grandson Of Chief Rabbi Joins Fight to Save an Ill Father