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Help Gila Miriam:

Unusual activity in Israeli home as Pesach approaches

Drastic metamorphosis as a mother who used to lead the house in organizing, now confined to bed.

Unusual activity in Israeli home as Pesach approaches

Emergency campaign for farm heroes

The Hashomer in Judea and Samaria is launching a crowdfunding campaign to purchase 80 satellite phones to protect shepherds on the agricultural farms.

Emergency campaign for farm heroes

Recent Update:

High Risks of Young Cancer Patient Losing Treatment

A 27-year-old man from central Israel diagnosed several months ago with cancer, received a likely fatal warning.

High Risks of Young Cancer Patient Losing Treatment

You can help Israel win this war

Israel is in danger under fire! An emergency call for assistance to the dear IDF soldiers who risk their lives for our defense!

You can help Israel win this war

Help the Schaeffers:

Her yearly Passover tradition, ruined

Her 11 children look forward to it every year.

Her yearly Passover tradition, ruined

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Family of 9 watch mother slowly dying

In a recent development, a mother with an incurable disease faces death

Family of 9 watch mother slowly dying

Help the Gottfarbs

Rabbi woke to banging on door at 2a.m.

The shadowy figure at the door is a young man, who is clearly distraught.

Rabbi woke to banging on door at 2a.m.

Amidst heightened tensions

Supporting the families of IDF reservists

For over six months, Israel has been engaged in a battle for survival against its adversaries. You can help support the families of the reservists on the battlefront.

Supporting the families of IDF reservists

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Boy will never know the truth about his father’s death

She thinks of her son, growing up one day and asking how his father died.

Boy will never know the truth about his father’s death

The big heart won't stop beating

Unite to commemorate the legacy of Rabbi Eliyahu OBM

As the 14th anniversary of the passing of the "Father of Israel" approaches, the construction of “Beit Maran” is being completed. The privilege and opportunity to be partners in the eternal heritage for the sake of our future and the future of our children.

Unite to commemorate the legacy of Rabbi Eliyahu OBM

Medical Insurance Deals a Devastating Blow to Young Family

A 27-year-old man from Israel found out just weeks ago that his life is at risk.

Medical Insurance Deals a Devastating Blow to Young Family

The tragic story behind this suit

In the quiet of his dorm room, Bentzi stands before the mirror, his suit hanging loosely on his young frame. You can help him.

The tragic story behind this suit

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Woman Had The “Most Depressing Purim” Of Her Life

Shifra Apfel remembers the days when she was a “good Mom.”

Woman Had The “Most Depressing Purim” Of Her Life

Urgent appeal: Help save Leah Vaknin's family from collapse

Trying to balance caring for my husband with providing for our six children, the financial burden has become overwhelming.

Urgent appeal: Help save Leah Vaknin's family from collapse

Commemorating fallen soldier by developing the world of Torah

"My amazing husband loved the Torah," says Elisha Loewenstern's wife. "He truly loved the Torah. We want to see Torah study in Harish double"

Commemorating fallen soldier by developing the world of Torah

Urgent appeal: Support our soldiers in the northern line of fire

Lend a hand to Israel's war effort by sponsoring essential tactical gear and life-saving equipment for our brave soldiers.

Urgent appeal: Support our soldiers in the northern line of fire

Help the soldiers celebrate

Our soldiers in Gaza want a Pesach Seder too

While you’re busy cleaning and scouring your home, koshering your kitchen and cooking up a storm, remember our courageous soldiers who will be spending Pesach on the front lines.

Our soldiers in Gaza want a Pesach Seder too

Standing Together:

Ensuring a Joyous Pesach for All Am Yisrael

The International Jewish Chesed Fund (IJCF) works tirelessly year-round to support widows, orphans, single-parent families, and those facing daily hardships.

Ensuring a Joyous Pesach for All Am Yisrael

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The Last Time I Hugged My Daughter

That night, she decided to end it all.

The Last Time I Hugged My Daughter

Her Eyes Are Saying "Don't Send Me Away"

After 8 years of caring for their mother with ALS at home, financial and medical considerations may force the mother back to hospital.

Her Eyes Are Saying "Don't Send Me Away"

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Father of 11 won’t help prepare for Passover this year

Usually, Passover is her favorite holiday. This year, however, she is dreading it.

Father of 11 won’t help prepare for Passover this year

Urgent Appeal for Life-Saving Equipment for Brave IDF Soldiers

Following the worsening of the war in the northern region, urgent appeal made for life-saving equipment for brave IDF soldiers.

Urgent Appeal for Life-Saving Equipment for Brave IDF Soldiers

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Young boy to lead heartbreaking Pesach seder

This year, 17-year-old Bentzi Schaeffer is full of emotions towards Pesach.

Young boy to lead heartbreaking Pesach seder

Supporting Israel's widows and orphans affected by terrorism

In Israel, the impact of terrorist activities has left thousands of young widows and orphans grappling with profound loss and suffering.

Supporting Israel's widows and orphans affected by terrorism

The ideal place to raise your family in Israel

Enjoy luxurious privacy plus a warm community in Efrat's HaTe’ena neighborhood.

The ideal place to raise your family in Israel

Help terror victims' families:

Zaka 360 reports astronomical deaths this year

After developing a personal connection with victims' families, ZAKA360 initiated multiple projects to help them.

Zaka 360 reports astronomical deaths this year

Charitable family needs help

Security footage caught Israeli man knocked over by vehicle

For excruciating minutes that felt like hours, Aharon was flat on the ground, crushed by the weight of an entire car.

Security footage caught Israeli man knocked over by vehicle

Supporting the Brave Families of IDF Reservist Soldiers

As Pesach approaches, the financial burdens mount, especially for the families of reservists deployed on the battlefield

Supporting the Brave Families of IDF Reservist Soldiers

Help mother of 8

Cleaning lady makes painful confession

Her clients know her as “the help.” But there is so much more going on.

Cleaning lady makes painful confession

Do for Mendel what Mendel would have done for us

At the young age of 32, Rabbi Landa’s heroic and genuine nature left a gaping void in the lives of thousands, particularly his dear family and young children.

Do for Mendel what Mendel would have done for us

New Program

The program tailored to help you become an expert in Shabbos

How bnei Torah are gaining mastery of Hilchos Shabbos in this online program based on Rabbi Berkovits’s smicha curriculum.

The program tailored to help you become an expert in Shabbos

Man Woke Up Terrified In ER With Memory Loss

It all began when complete and utter disaster struck.

Man Woke Up Terrified In ER With Memory Loss

Mother of 9 needs your help:

Husband of ALS patient reveals personal story on camera

After 8 years of tirelessly caring for his paralyzed wife, Yaakov Ghermiza shares on camera that he can no longer continue.

Husband of ALS patient reveals personal story on camera

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When the car hit him, images of his kids flashed in front of him

Rabbi Stern, severely handicapped and unable to return to his role as a yeshiva principal, finds himself trapped in a nightmare of pain and uncertainty.

When the car hit him, images of his kids flashed in front of him

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Thousands of Widows and Orphans in Israel Need Help

In Israel, the aftermath of terrorist activities has left thousands of young widows and orphans in its wake.

Thousands of Widows and Orphans in Israel Need Help

Help little Eli

Deadline approaches for ill boy to receive help

Ill boy on costly treatment is slated to receive life-sustaining funds, Rabbi increases his efforts to ensure he gets the help he needs.

Deadline approaches for ill boy to receive help

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Parents of Boy on Life Support Express Gratitude

Eli Abraham is a young boy whose parents can’t afford to keep him on life-sustaining treatment. They express gratitude for the public's help.

Parents of Boy on Life Support Express Gratitude

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Woman with ALS Separated From her Children

Gila Miriam Ghermazi unable to go home due to her severe state of paralysis

Woman with ALS Separated From her Children

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Ill Boy Forced to Stop Treatment Keeping Him Alive

A young boy in Israel awaiting a life-saving operation, his parents can’t afford the cost of keeping him alive until then.

Ill Boy Forced to Stop Treatment Keeping Him Alive

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Is another October 7th possible?

“In these days that are in a state of war, G-d forbid, charity saves from death…”

Is another October 7th possible?

Rabbi Zilberman campaigns to keep young boy alive

Rabbi helps 40 families in need, including a boy unable to continue life-sustaining treatment, in time for the upcoming festival of Purim.

Rabbi Zilberman campaigns to keep young boy alive

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Mother Campaigns to Stop Charity Org. from Closing

By spreading her personal story, Ayelet wants to spread awareness.

Mother Campaigns to Stop Charity Org. from Closing

In days of turmoil

Rabbi Rabinovich’s blessing for protection from harm

“In these days that are in a state of war, G-d forbid, charity saves from death…”

Rabbi Rabinovich’s blessing for protection from harm

Help Shifra

Woman must leave Israel if she wants to survive

Shifra Apfel doesn’t like to leave Israel. Now she’s been told she can either do so or die.

Woman must leave Israel if she wants to survive

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He Didn’t Appreciate His Wife Until It Was Too Late

Nosson Apfel has something embarrassing to admit.

He Didn’t Appreciate His Wife Until It Was Too Late

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Israeli Farmers Are Plowing on After October 7th

After October 7th, a direct rocket hit from Hamas destroyed the expensive infrastructure of the Yshuot Chalutza farm, and the invaluable foreign workers left the country. 97% of the crops rotted away.

Israeli Farmers Are Plowing on After October 7th

She Can't Enjoy Grandkids After Husband’s Passing

Shoshana Dino and her adult son with Down Syndrome live in the heart of Israel, lacking basics.

She Can't Enjoy Grandkids After Husband’s Passing

Help Shifra

Mother of 7's future is terrifying

Doctors have told Shifra Apfel that she must fly to Germany as soon as possible to receive life-saving specialized treatments.

Mother of 7's future is terrifying

New Song Expresses Unbreakable Spirit Of Am Yisrael

In his new song Ani Maamin, singer/songwriter TAI Gerszberg writes about the sadness and broken heartedness that klal Yisroel is experiencing, and at the same time, the unbreakable faith and confidence in Hashem, and brighter days ahead.

New Song Expresses Unbreakable Spirit Of Am Yisrael

A village for married students

Realizing Rabbi Druckman’s last dream

During its 47 years of existence, Or Etzion Yeshiva has produced millions of hours of Torah study, however throughout all these years, residences for the married students have not been built on the premises due to various reasons.

Realizing Rabbi Druckman’s last dream

Only 20 minutes from Jerusalem

Now a reality! Stunning private homes in Israel

Your dream life can become a reality in one of these homes designed specially for family time.

Now a reality! Stunning private homes in Israel

Why some Jewish girls are terrified to start dating

Dina is heartbroken. And who can blame her?

Why some Jewish girls are terrified to start dating

Help sponsor Purim basics

Give dignity to Jerusalem families this year

With hundreds relying on them, a charity organization shared that they are extremely low on funds.

Give dignity to Jerusalem families this year

They used to be the happiest family

Right now he’s lost his memory and hearing, and they don’t know if he’ll ever be the same.

They used to be the happiest family

Woman Dedicated To Charity Becomes a "Charity Case"

Now the tables have been turned, in the most agonizing way.

Woman Dedicated To Charity Becomes a "Charity Case"

Orthodox Healthcare Worker Battling Something Major

Recently, the tables have been turned.

Orthodox Healthcare Worker Battling Something Major

Father of 9 needs your help:

They can’t bear the thought of this happening

Every ticking second is a thief, stealing precious moments from our future with him.

They can’t bear the thought of this happening

Beit Shemesh Municipal Elections Surprise

Newcomer Derech expected to win 2 mandates in vote

The RBS Community List’s platform focuses on what matters most to RBS Anglo and English-speaking residents| “Your needs, Your way”

Newcomer Derech expected to win 2 mandates in vote

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Father of 4 Killed in Car Accident

Yosef Chaim Shaul left a grieving wife and 4 young kids, the youngest just a baby. Here’s how they’re faring.

Father of 4 Killed in Car Accident

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Father of toddler injured in major car accident

Sari is counting on the only people she knows she can turn to– the Jewish people.

Father of toddler injured in major car accident