CJP’s Israel Emergency Fund

Within 24 hours of the October 7, 2023 attacks, CJP launched the Israel Emergency Fund (IEF) to help address the unprecedented trauma and devastation caused by Hamas’ brutal assault on Israel.

What began as an emergency response has evolved into a sustained, strategic effort to support Israel’s recovery, rehabilitation, and rebuilding.

The Israel Emergency Fund demonstrated the power of rapid mobilization, thoughtful stewardship, investing in Israel’s changemakers, and adaptive grantmaking.

The IEF Task Force has allocated the entirety of the more than $59 million raised through the generosity of our community.

Rebuilding the Jewish Homeland, One Loan at a Time
SparkIL is scaling its operations to help small businesses in Israel get back on their feet, even as the war continues.

Waves of Hope Against the Trauma of War
Using surfing as a tool to help mitigate the onset of post-traumatic stress disorder following the October 7 terrorist attacks, HaGal Sheli is making waves in Israel.

From the Devastation, Communities Rise
In the wake of terror, educators from Dror Israel rally to rebuild shattered communities, offering critical support and hope amidst the chaos of conflict.

Elevating Education and Lifting Lives
During this time of crisis, ImpactIsrael is ensuring at-risk youth across Israel stay grounded in learning and community.

A Home in a Time of Hopelessness
Givat Haviva normally focuses on creating a peaceful Jewish and Arab shared society. With CJP’s support, the Israeli organization was able to open its doors — and hearts — to evacuees of the war.

A Brotherhood of Healing
With support from the Boston community, Brothers for Life is scaling its work to help injured Israel Defense Forces veterans reclaim their lives.

Turning to Technology During Crisis
Machshava Tova is providing laptops — and a sense of normalcy — to children in Israel displaced by the war.

“CJP was a lifeline for us to do this tremendous work. We are feeling the support and the love, knowing that we have partners here and that you feel our war is your war, that you’re connected to our struggle in Israel.”  Eyal Tarchitsky, Dror Israel

“It is an understatement to say that the attack, and all the events that followed, have left Israel traumatized — you can feel it in any conversation with any Israeli. The trauma is ongoing.” David Eisenberg, CJP mission participant

“This is not just about Israel. This is not just a Jewish story. This is a human story [...] Parents grieving the abduction of their innocent children, children grieving the abduction of their parents and grandparents and siblings. Every one of these people could be any of us, any of our family members. This is about all of us. It is our story.” Rabbi Marc Baker, President and CEO, CJP

“The people of Israel are still very much grieving and surviving, and many are still held in the hands of Hamas. They know that rebuilding will be a long road. But despite the circumstances, women are finding the strength and resilience to turn toward each other — to motivate, to innovate and to lead — meeting needs and staying true to the vision and hopes for Israel’s safety and security.” Melissa Garlick, Senior Director, Combating Antisemitism and Building Civic Engagement, CJP

“The grant was a true testament to our longstanding relationship with CJP and with Boston’s Jewish community. We had very specific needs, and I was overwhelmed and so grateful that CJP was able to provide funding to us. It made a significant, tangible difference.” Ben Marchette, CEO, ImpactIsrael

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