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SUPPORT ISRAEL

Our community has compiled a list of ways that we can support Israel in their war against terror. Each section below contains a number of options where you can take action and help our brothers and sisters in Eretz Yisroel.

  • The Tefillah section provides suggestions on how we can channel our prayers to make a meaningful difference.
  • The Get Involved section contains a list of rallies and gatherings in the upcoming days as well as other methods, like reaching out to your U.S. government representatives, to show support for Israel.
  • The Giving section contains a list of charities collecting money for causes specific to the war in Israel.

Additionally, please visit each of the following pages to view biographies of our brothers and sisters who are still being held in captivity as well as current events and news from Israel:

If you know of any upcoming events or would like to include a charity or organizaiton on the list, please contact Rabbi Proops or email here.

Tefillah

Tefillah is our most potent and precious weapon. When a prayer is uttered from the depths of one’s heart, motivated by true distress we fulfil the Biblical mitzvah of prayer. Our Tefillot can be said using any words and in any language.

  • Share names of chayalim in your family to daven for here.
  • To join the SSTC 'Rolling Tehillim' group please Click Here.
  • Recommended Tehillim to recite 20, 83, 121, 130, and 142.
  • To access Sefer Tehillim online Click Here.
  • Tehillim for Chayalim: Every time you load the page you will get a name of a Chayal and a perek of Tehillim to recite in their merit.
  • The OU Daily Tehillim & Chizuk Call - Special Tefillot for Israel, 1:00PM Monday-Friday, Call-in numbers: 773.377.9170 / 480.210.2150
  • For the text of the Mi Shebeirach for the IDF Click Here.
  • For the text of the Mi Shebeirach for those held captive Click Here.
  • For the text of the Tefillah for Medinat Yisrael Click Here.

Get Involved

There are several rallies and events being coordinated for the coming days across New Jersey and New York. We must do all we can to attend and show our unwavering support and dedication to our beloved brothers and sisters in Israel.

OU Advocacy Center: Reach out to your U.S. Government representative
You can look up your senators and representatives by clicking here.

 
AIPAC: Israel at War. Act now.

 

If you know of other rallies or gatherings that you think should be listed please let us know by reaching out to Rabbi Proops or email here.

Giving

We all want to know how we can practically help and send physical support to our Chayalim and those suffering in Israel. There are of course multiple different agencies, organizations, funds, and individuals, who are all making significant efforts to get security supplies, food and clothing to those in need.

1) HaRav Yosef Rimon, Chief Rabbi of Gush Etzion, is collecting funds through his education organization Sulamot to provide financial support for soldiers and families who are affected by the situation.
Click Here for their donation page.

2) United Hatzala - EMERGENCY CAMPAIGN FOR EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT. The goal of the campaign is to equip an additional 1,000 United Hatzalah volunteers with protective vests and helmets, tanks, defibrillators, trauma bandages, and tourniquets.
Click Here for their donation page.

3) Eretz HaKodesh - A 'voice for Orthodox communities in the Diaspora' at the WZO is working with the supply manufacturers to cover the cost of the the extensive need for supplies for the huge number of reserviests that are now serving.
Click Here for their donation page.

4) The Jewish Agency for Israel through its Fund for Victims of Terror together with partners around the world - is mobilized to help the victims through emergency aid grants and immediate assistance to those whose homes were directly hit or injured and evacuated to the hospitals as well as to the families of the deceased.
Click Here for their donation page.

5) American Friends of Magen David Adom
Magen David Adom's 33,000 paramedics, EMTS, first responders, and first-aid providers -- volunteers and staff -- have the training, equipment, and medical supplies they need to treat all injured and ill people in Israel.
Click Here for their donation page.

6) American Committee for Shaare Zedek Medical Center
Shaare Zedek Medical Center is the leading institution for emergency preparedness for mass casualty events and treats more than 75% of terror attack victims in Israel. They help everyone in need regardless of cultural and religious background.
Click Here for their donation page.

7) The Jewish Federation of North America is directing funds during this crisis to the Jewish Agency for Israel's Fund for Victims of Terror.
Click Here for their donation page.

8) Friends of the IDF is the sole organization authorized to collect charitable donations on behalf of the soldiers of the Israel Defense Forces across the United States of America.
Click Here for their donation page.

9) Hatzolah Air is a non-profit provider of Emergency Medical Air Transport. No matter where you are in the world, Hatzolah Air is ready to help.
Click Here for their donation page.

10) Jewish National Fund-USA stands with Israel amid the most recent and unprecedented attacks against countless civilians. Please donate now to support: --Evacuation from hardest hit communities on the border including transportation and emergency housing --Provide hygiene, bedding, and care packages to those in need --Provide firefighting and protective equipment to those on the front lines --Offer psychological treatment --Give the local communities the promise of rebuilding for tomorrow
Click Here for their donation page.

11) Stand with the Defenders of Nahal Haredi! Our mission is vital: to fortify Nahal Haredi combat units and reserve units where many of our 18,000 proud veterans serve. Their dedication is unwavering, and our commitment to them should mirror that strength. Every contribution has an impact. Equip a defender. Strengthen our tomorrow.
Click Here for their donation page.

12) Fundraising Campaign for Chetz Soldiers and Reservists. Amutat Chetz, under the leadership of our partner organization Ach Gadol, has taken upon itself the responsibility to purchase and deliver what our soldiers need. Your donations are essential, appreciated, and tax deductible.
Click Here for their donation page.

13) ZAKA Search and Rescue is a UN-recognized humanitarian volunteer organization that provides a rapid response to mass casualty disasters across the world. To date, ZAKA has saved thousands of lives—and honored those who couldn’t be saved with dignity in death.
Click Here for their donation page.

14) The One Israel Fund is committed to the safety and wellbeing of the 500,000+ residents of Judea and Samaria – our Biblical Heartland.
Click Here for their donation page.

 
Fri, December 13 2024 12 Kislev 5785