Resources to Support Israel

The Oregon Jewish Community Foundation hopes that the announcement of a cease-fire between Israel and Iran is a step on the path toward lasting peace in the Middle East.

The cease-fire, though, does not reduce the need for critical services and care in Israel. Many continue to grapple with the collective and individual trauma of 21 months of conflict. First responders, mental and health care providers, and supporting institutions continue to work diligently to care for those impacted by conflict.

Jewish tradition teaches, “Kol Yisrael arevim zeh bazeh”, that we are all collectively responsible for each other. For donors who want to support organizations providing critical services on the ground in Israel, the following is a list of some of the organizations providing these services.

Emergency Campaigns

• Jewish Federation of Greater Portland — During these challenging times in Israel, the Jewish Federation continues to support needed social services and rebuilding efforts throughout the country. 100% of any contribution to the Jewish Federation directed to Israel will be used for these purposes. Donate here.
• Joint Distribution Committee (JDC) — JDC’s current emergency activities focus on three areas of focus: Critical response to communities in need; Response to Israel’s most vulnerable; and supporting mental health and wellbeing. JDC is seeking urgent support for immediate lifesaving activities in Israel.
• Jewish National Fund (JNF) — JNF's Israeli Resilience Campaign is supporting immediate and long-term needs of Israeli communities in Northern and Southern Israel, firefighting and civil defense equipment systems, education, psychology/therapy resources, community programs, and facilities for those moving back home, ongoing activities and resilience therapy.

Hospitals Providing Critical Care

• Shamir Medical Center (Assaf Harofeh) — Treating trauma victims and providing essential mental health services.
• Sheba Medical Center (Tel Hashomer) —Addressing urgent care and rehabilitation needs.
• Ichilov Hospital (Tel Aviv Sourasky) — The nation’s largest acute care hospital, managing emergency and surgical care.
• Rambam Health Care Campus (Haifa) — Northern Israel’s healthcare hub

First Responders on the Front Lines

• United Hatzalah of Israel — Over 8,000 volunteer medics responding to crises within minutes across Israel.
• Magen David Adom — Israel’s national emergency and blood services provider, mobilizing thousands of EMTs and paramedics.
• Yad Sarah — Delivering home-based medical services and rehabilitation equipment to ease hospital overcrowding and support patients at home.

Mental Health and Trauma Relief

• Israel Trauma Coalition (ITC) — Providing coordinated trauma care, resilience training, and emergency response services.
• NATAL: Israel Trauma and Resiliency Center — Offering psychological support and therapy for victims of terror and war.
• Sahar — Providing 24/7 free online emotional support for anyone experiencing mental health distress.
• Elem — Supporting vulnerable and at-risk youth.

Coexistence and Democracy Building Efforts

• Hand in Hand — A growing network of bilingual, integrated schools and communities for Jewish and Arab children.
• Dror Israel — Empowering youth and marginalized communities, promoting education, social activism, and shared society.
• Givat Haviva — The largest civil society organization in Israel, working to bridge the gap between the country’s Jewish and Arab citizens and build the foundations of a shared society.

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