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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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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

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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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

Help him on Purim:

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

To fund mother's surgery

10-year-old starts secret business

Moshe Apfel, 10, has plenty of toys and games at home, like most kids his age. For that reason, it took a while before his parents began to notice that something was off.

10-year-old starts secret business

Israeli officials:

'Antisemitism in Armenia influenced by relations'

Israeli officials at Munich Security Conference made mention of the report on antisemitism, recently submitted to the government.

'Antisemitism in Armenia influenced by relations'

Children need your help:

Woman humiliated in grocery store

When she pulled up to the cash register, and the cashier scanned her card, her blood turned to ice.

Woman humiliated in grocery store

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Countless children suffering from trauma from Oct. 7

We suffer daily from our grandparents’ trauma, we need to ensure our grandchildren won’t suffer from ours.

Countless children suffering from trauma from Oct. 7

Garden? Pool? Elevator? It’s on our list too!

Moshava is a new development of 32 private homes in Efrat’s beautiful HaTe’ena neighborhood.

Garden? Pool? Elevator? It’s on our list too!

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Girl starts sobbing onstage during school play

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

Girl starts sobbing onstage during school play

Urgent appeal for Support:

Support our soldiers on the front lines

In light of the escalating conflict in Israel's northern region and the recent mobilization of tens of thousands of reserve soldiers, there is a severe shortage of clothing and thermal and tactical gear for our troops.

Support our soldiers on the front lines

The Accidental Politician:

American-born Rabbi enters Jerusalem municipal races

Rabbi Haim Pear explains how he hopes to represent Jerusalem's immigrant population following the upcoming municipal elections in Israel's capital.

American-born Rabbi enters Jerusalem municipal races

Jerusalem Real estate opportunity:

Let me tell you a secret!

Did your last visit to Jerusalem leave you feeling that the city's turned into a mass of modern towers?

Let me tell you a secret!

A cry for help:

What happens when a Jewish woman gets divorced?

Rochel is fighting to provide therapy for her kids, cover utility bills, and ensure they can continue their education, but the challenge has been overwhelming.

What happens when a Jewish woman gets divorced?

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Give Esther the gift of life

Illness has ravaged her life, leaving a black hole where there was laughter and a gaping abyss where there was love of life.

Give Esther the gift of life

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Disabled child's heroic mother pushed to her limit

A bereaved widow has nothing to give her 2 sons who are dependent on her for entirely different reasons

Disabled child's heroic mother pushed to her limit

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Couple’s Investment Opportunity Turns Into Nightmare

Recently, the parents have begun to notice something shifting in Morah Shaindel.

Couple’s Investment Opportunity Turns Into Nightmare

Charity Initiative:

Every child deserves a chance at this

We can all relate to the feeling of despair and helplessness, when all seems lost.

Every child deserves a chance at this

3 months in:

With security risks high, ZAKA360 asks for help

ZAKA360 are preparing for future risks by helping their volunteers return to work, after many grapple with intense trauma due to October 7. They need your help.

With security risks high, ZAKA360 asks for help

This Tu B'shvat:

New Fruit Trees of Life for the 1,200 victims

Every year, Tu B'shvat begins the planting season in Israel. This year is more important than ever before.

New Fruit Trees of Life for the 1,200 victims

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ZAKA Volunteer Mourns his Hero’s Death

In the same week that a ZAKA hero learned of the death of the soldier who protected him, he was also thrown out of his home. Join Jews worldwide in making sure he is provided for.

ZAKA Volunteer Mourns his Hero’s Death

Help redeem the holy city:

Tu Bishvat 5784: Redemption of Hebron

Since 2007, the Harchivi Makom Aholech Organization has worked extensively to strengthen and expand Jewish settlement in Hebron

Tu Bishvat 5784: Redemption of Hebron

Urgent Appeal for Support:

IDF Soldiers in Critical Need Life-saving Equipment

In light of the escalating conflict in Israel's northern region and the recent mobilization of tens of thousands of reserve soldiers,

IDF Soldiers in Critical Need Life-saving Equipment

A Call for Support:

Strengthening Our Soldiers on the Frontlines

Over 100 Days of Warfare: Israeli Defense Forces Face Ongoing Challenges, but Hope Prevails

Strengthening Our Soldiers on the Frontlines

Support the cause: Child's life hangs in the balance

Eight-year-old Lavi's once-healthy life took a tragic turn over a year ago when he began experiencing pains and medical difficulties.

Support the cause: Child's life hangs in the balance

Stand strong with our brave IDF soldiers

In a time of great crisis, a shining beacon of light emerges as we witness the unwavering dedication and unparalleled bravery of our cherished IDF soldiers.

Stand strong with our brave IDF soldiers

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Why was this rabbi in a prison?

This would be an incredible level of dedication for anyone, but there is something different about Rabbi Tzarfati’s story. His family now needs your help.

Why was this rabbi in a prison?

Support the farmers:

Your chance to help farmers from the south

​​​​​​​Farmers in the south of Israel and the Gaza border area have been facing a widespread crisis in all aspects as a result of the war

Your chance to help farmers from the south

You can easily make your dreams come to life!

Owning a home in Israel is one of those dreams you don't push off!

You can easily make your dreams come to life!

Naama and David want to raise their daughter

David and Naama have travelled a winding rocky path to Yiddishkeit.

Naama and David want to raise their daughter

Help the ZAKA hero:

The Reason Some Girls Can’t Get Married

It’s the classic pre-wedding gift: a colorful countdown ticking down to the wedding date.

The Reason Some Girls Can’t Get Married

ZAKA360 Arranges Therapeutic Retreat for Volunteers

After experiencing severe trauma from working with hundreds of bodies of October 7 victims, ZAKA360 volunteers needed help to heal.

ZAKA360 Arranges Therapeutic Retreat for Volunteers

Help the Zahavs:

They never thought their daughter would suffer twice

This would be a lot for any family to handle, but for the Zahavs, it’s catastrophic. They need your help.

They never thought their daughter would suffer twice

Let me tell you a secret

Does it feel as if Jerusalem has become a cityscape of modern residential towers?

Let me tell you a secret

'I Was Blown Away':

3 Months In, ZAKA Volunteer Still Stuck in the Past

As the public slowly adapts to the current situation, a ZAKA volunteer still can’t move on

3 Months In, ZAKA Volunteer Still Stuck in the Past