 Rejoicing before G-dRejoicing before God is done intellectually and existentially – through prayer and Torah study. Open letter to the Jewish communityWhat’s more important than providing a ‘close to homeless’ family, a roof over their head? How to help your local community during the pandemicNo matter where you live, there's a way you can help your local community get back on its feet. "I love my Avital, I'll do anything for her. Let her live!"Three month old baby born in Israel suffering from rare heart condition. Everyday she is in and out of surgeries, fighting for her life. Rav Asher Weiss: It’s a matter of saving livesNow, the family is in the worst possible situation, and Rav Asher Weiss has spoken on their behalf. When a crisis throws the middle class off the chartsCorona victims can be those who never imagined falling on hard times There are discreet ways for a neighborhood to help those who suddenly need funds for grocieries. Watch: “He Will Not Be Sick!”Watch what happened when Rav Chaim Kanievsky was asked what donors to Vaad HaRabbanim’s cholim fund should merit in return Justice is impartial, not socialNo matter how well intentioned, charitable feelings should not be permitted to pervert justice and undermine its sanctity. Monetary scandalsI need not and will not enumerate specific examples of this weakness, but all of us are aware of their existence and sad influence... Widow and mother of 13 needs your help after going blindLeah Frank, 60, raised her 13 children alone after her husband died. Now the rebbetzin, who manages kindergartens, is losing her eyesight. Family experiences unthinkable Shabbat morning tragedyFive children’s lives were changed forever this month, when their mother Sima Chayun went to sleep on Friday night, and never woke up. Jerusalem's needy residents vote for their favorite doughnutIn the spirit of elections, Colel Chabad polls guests and reminds us all what can be done for less than the price of a Hanukkah doughnut In Jersey City, blacks and Jews are working to increase harmony after shooting attackTwo weeks after deadly shooting, blacks and Jews in Jersey City unite for holiday charity drive. 'We're all in this together.' It’s not a miracle - it’s Pure FriendshipMeet 'Friendship Circle' - a special organization for special kids, which fosters a special bond between the child and the volunteer. Last hours of Rabbi Arush's special campaignWatch: One of the students of the unique Jerusalem yeshiva explains about the special campaign to support Torah and Hessed Jewish charity targeted by online harassment campaignArab users targeting Israeli Jewish charity succeed in forcing closure of charity's Facebook page for phony 'abuse' reports. A legend to the Israeli and Russian Jewish communitiesReturning a debt of appreciation to Boris Kiderman - the caring Jew who did not ask for publicity, just to help. And help he did, raising tens of millions for the welfare of Israel and world Jewry. San Diego Jewish Academy breaks world record for sandwich-makingJewish school makes 868 sandwiches in 180 seconds, waits for Guinness approval. Anonymous entrepreneur restores Jewish cemetery in PolandAnonymous donor spends hundreds of thousands to restore 19th century Jewish cemetery in town of Żywiec, Poland. Treasure at the Cave of MachpelahTwo millionaires who visited the Tomb of the Patriarchs decided on a unique act of charity to worshipers praying at the cave for livelihood. Shabbat Shkalim: I give, therefore I amIn this week’s D’var Torah, the Chief Rabbi explains how Jewish tradition teaches, “I give, therefore I am.” What is the purpose of wealth?It is hard to remain humble when you are wealthy. Video: They deserve dignityFood cards - the preferred, dignified, cost effective, fastest and efficient method of providing meaningful appreciated food assistance. Ki Tavo: Continuous compassionWe most clearly demonstrate our attachment to Hashem through following in His ways, through acts of chesed. Watch: 10-year old orphan's message to Am YisraelBetzalel and his nine siblings lost their father just days before Passover. The effects of the tuition crisis in North America on IsraelTutition crisis in US Jewish schools affects donations to Israeli yeshivas, as parents struggle to afford tuition for their own children.Jewish teen donors top $1 million in givingJewish teens donate more than $1 million during the 2015-16 school year, with nearly two-thirds going to Jewish organizations. Purim - a time for charity for those in needLetter From Rav Chaim Kanievsky Regarding Matanot L'Evyonim Must Be Seen To Be Believed A unique form of charity in the grapefruit orchardWe joined Bar & Bat Mitzvah celebrators, high school kids as they set out to the field with Leket to volunteer in a unique form of giving. This Kallah Was Destitute, Until Rav Chaim Kanievsky Stepped InA story of chessed - 'Rav Chaim Kanievsky has personally vouched for Kupat Ha'Ir's campaign to help marry me off.' Chabad on Campus raises money to help fire victimsChabad on Campus has launched an initiative to raise money to support areas damaged in the fires which raged across Israel last week. Three children killed, one son disabledA series of tragedies leaves a family bereft and in need of help. 'He survived, but was put into a coma'After a tragic car accident, Rabbi Ominer needs help covering the medical expenses his insurance doesn't cover. Israeli medalist's name patch raises over $50,000Israeli judoka Yarden Gerbi brings in $52,100 for charity in an auction for her Olympic name patch. Charity leases 'Pokemon Hunters' for needyIsraeli charity organization Hasdei Naomi has a new idea to raise funds for the needy this Rosh Hashannah: Hiring out "Pokemon Hunters." Bronze medalist Gerbi raising money for charityJudoka Yarden Gerbi is auctioning off her name patch from the Olympics to raise money for the children's oncology ward at Ichilov hospital. Orphans of leading Kabbalist still strugglingCharity appeal: Daughter of late Kabbalist struggling to pay for upcoming wedding. Christian-Jewish group helps Arabs on RamadanInternational Fellowship of Christians and Jews to provide hundreds of thousands of shekels in food vouchers to needy Arab families. Special appeal: Building a family against the oddsSeverely disabled, Yitta Miriam is determined to build a life for herself, together with her husband-to-be; but they need your help. British charity denies UK government cut its fundsWar on Want denies reports the British government cut off its funding due to anti-Israel activities. 'Do a Lady J – and do it right away!'An evening of tribute is held in Jerusalem to Lady Amelie Jacobovits, featuring a film and book in her memory. Pack Charity Box, Let Needy Israelis Know You CareArutz Sheva visits Pantry Packers to learn how they bring visitors together to prepare food crates for the poor and receive a life lesson. Half of Clintons' Charity to Clinton FoundationHillary Clinton's campaign lauds charity in publishing tax return - but half of it went to her own Foundation. Leftists: No More Charity, the Poor Vote LikudAfter election defeat, the latest trend among leftists is the call to stop donating to the poor, because they supported the Right. Fundraising Campaign for Victims' FamiliesArutz Sheva learns how the tragedy in Jerusalem led one intrepid resident to pull together Jews in supporting the families left behind. Leading Rabbi Blasts Phone Charity Scam 'Crooks'When an unknown solicitor – live or via a recording – calls up asking for money, just hang up, says Rabbi Benzion Mutsafi. The NYTimes is Worried About "Orthodox Jewish Beggars"The Times should be wondering at Jewish generosity, not just worrying about those who ask for it.Confused by Charity? There's a Guide for ThatPhilanthropy 101 guide to provide guidelines for donating money to charity - where, when, and how. 'When Life Gives You Cancer...'What did a 15 year old with his whole life ahead of him do when he was diagnosed with terminal cancer? Raise nearly $6 million dollars. Comptroller: Govt. Failing to Feed the HungryState Comptroller Yosef Shapira released a report that slammed the state's nutritional assistance to poor Israelis, calling it insufficient. Jewish Center in Brazil Caters to Community PoorChabad opens new center for Ten Yad social services program, to serve over 8,000 poor in one of Brazil's largest cities. Meir Panim Serves Hot Food Seasoned with KindnessRestaurant-style soup kitchen in northern Israel provides those in need with nutrition - and dignity. Colel Chabad Kindness: Packing Food for the NeedyColel Chabad officially opened its new "Pantry Packers" facility in Jerusalem on Friday. MK in Row with Hareidim Over CleaningMK Dov Lipman criticized after suggesting that yeshiva students, during their break, should help clean the streets as an act of chesed. Sometimes, Relief is a Queen Esther CostumeLeading relief organization, Meir Panim, enables Israel’s neediest children to celebrate with joy. Charities Unite to Distribute Thanksgiving MealsThe UJA-Federation of New York teamed up with Catholic Charities this year to distribute food to the needy in time for Thanksgiving.Vayera: Selfishness is CrueltyThe lessons of Sodom easily are transferred to the context of today. |
