Shalom
These are troubling times for Israel. In the largest barrage since 2014, Israel has been on high alert ever since hundreds of rockets were launched from terrorist-run Gaza. Since then, terrorists have set Israel ablaze, burning thousands of acres of the Holy Land.
With each act of terror or code red siren that has sounded over the last few weeks, I worry about the most vulnerable people of Israel who struggle every single day just to survive, let alone during a terror attack or crisis.
I’ve been praying for Yafem, an elderly Holocaust survivor near and dear to my heart who lives all alone. He worked hard his entire life until he was diagnosed with cancer. Now, in constant pain and unable to work, Yafem has no way to support himself.
“My refrigerator is empty, you came just in time with a food box,” Yafem said. But it wasn’t until I opened his completely bare refrigerator that I realized he didn’t even have a few scraps or leftovers.
Eduardo, Yafem used to hobble down four flights of stairs with his cane to scavenge through garbage cans just to find something to eat.
I wish I could tell you that Yafem’s story is unique. But there are so many more elderly Jewish people in Israel suffering from painful hunger pangs each and every day.
We have to help – today – before it’s too late.
The situation is so dire for Israel’s most vulnerable people – especially as tensions continue to run high – that a Fellowship group of friends has offered to match your gift dollar for dollar to help even more desperate Israelis.
Your gift today will be DOUBLED to help more suffering Jewish lives like Yafem and provide food, clothing, and other basic necessities for those struggling through unimaginable poverty.
In these uncertain times in Israel, the Jewish people need to know they are not forgotten! Please take a Stand for Israel and rush your gift right now– the chance to DOUBLE your donation is closing soon. |
With blessings from the Holy Land,
Yael Eckstein Global Executive Vice President |
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Since 1983, various stories of destitute Jewish people, whose names and photos may have been changed for privacy and security have been used to bless Israel and her people. Through these retellings, generous friends like you have helped feed, clothe, and shelter as well as provide medical care and heating for tens of thousands of those who struggle greatly.
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