The Charity Organizations You Must Know
This year, Israel is celebrating 70 years of independence. To honor this tremendous milestone, Ha’aretz Labels is highlighting the country’s greatest non-profit benefactors; organizations whose sole driving force and raison d’etre is to see Israel and its people flourish. They are creating greener pastures and cleaner air, enabling local children with special needs to receive the care and treatments they so desperately deserve, providing emergency medical care, on site and in an instant, helping new Olim adjust to their new life in the Holy Land, and more. 70 ways of saying Am Israel Chai, the nation of Israel is alive - and we’re going to ensure the country continues to thrive, day in and day out.
The work of these organizations is astounding and exemplary. To continue contributing the country, with no gain to the organizations themselves, these angel benefactors need the help of fellow lovers of Zion. This Giving Tuesday, contribute to an organization that is constantly giving back to Israel, constantly working to improve the quality of life for the country and its citizens, constantly serving as a light unto the nations and constantly bringing a smile to those they so generously support.
The charity organizations you must know
These organizations make a difference in Israeli life every day. Honor them by making a difference in theirs.
This year, Israel is celebrating 70 years of independence. To honor this tremendous milestone, Ha’aretz Labels is highlighting the country’s greatest non-profit benefactors; organizations whose sole driving force and raison d’etre is to see Israel and its people flourish. They are creating greener pastures and cleaner air, enabling local children with special needs to receive the care and treatments they so desperately deserve, providing emergency medical care, on site and in an instant, helping new Olim adjust to their new life in the Holy Land, and more. 70 ways of saying Am Israel Chai, the nation of Israel is alive - and we’re going to ensure the country continues to thrive, day in and day out.
The work of these organizations is astounding and exemplary. To continue contributing the country, with no gain to the organizations themselves, these angel benefactors need the help of fellow lovers of Zion. This Giving Tuesday, contribute to an organization that is constantly giving back to Israel, constantly working to improve the quality of life for the country and its citizens, constantly serving as a light unto the nations and constantly bringing a smile to those they so generously support.
ALUT
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Donate now >> Established in 1974 by parents of children with autism, today ALUT is Israel’s predominant resource for families coping with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). 2,000 person staff and network of 800 volunteers allows ALUT to offer a comprehensive array of services for families, beginning at the time of diagnosis through adulthood. Donate now >>
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The Israel Cancer Association
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Donate now >> The Israel Cancer Association spearheads the fight against cancer in Israel by promoting research which crosses borders, aiming to reduce morbidity and mortality, giving hope to patients in Israel and worldwide. ICA's activities are funded by private donations, without government funding. Donate now >>
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Paamonim
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Donate now >> Paamonim is Israel’s leading NGO for promoting financial education and responsibility. With the help of 2,900 volunteers, Paamonim empowers thousands of families and individuals nationwide to emerge from crisis and gain financial stability and independence. Donate now >>
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Pitchon-Lev
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Donate now >> Pitchon-Lev was founded in 1998 in order to break the inter-generational cycle of poverty in Israel. The organization helps over 160,000 people every year, while providing three dimensions of support: Humanitarian assistance, Pitchon Lev's 'Touching the Horizon' educational enterprise and the Pitchon- Lev Law for combating Poverty. Donate now >>
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Latet
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Donate now >> Latet ("To Give") is the largest Israeli NGO combating poverty and food insecurity. The organization operates the leading national food bank and runs impactful aid programs year long, with the help of thousands of volunteers. Donate now >>
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Women's Spirit
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Donate now >> Women's Spirit focuses on rewriting the story of women survivors of violence. We advance their financial security to help them build an economically, safe and independent life and prevent their return to the vicious cycle of violence. Donate now >>
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The Israel Women's Network
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Donate now >> The IWN is promoting an equal society in Israel by advancing women’s rights. The organization focuses on legislative work, legal aid for women regarding labor rights and battles exclusion of women and gender segregation in the IDF and public sphere. Donate now >>
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The Society for the Protection of Nature in Israel
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Donate now >> Since 1953, the Society for the Protection of Nature in Israel (SPNI), Israel’s oldest, leading and largest environmental non-profit organization, has been dedicated to protecting and preserving Israel's natural resources, environment and unique landscape through education, activism and eco-tourism. Donate now >>
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The Fidel Association
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Donate now >> Fidel ('Alpha Bet' in Amharic) transforms the Ethiopian Israeli community by focusing on education while nurturing pride in Beta Israel heritage. Fidel's vibrant programs effect real change and help over 9,000 children and parents find their voice in Israeli society. Donate now >>
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Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of Israel
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Donate now >> IPA focuses on crucial issues to people with Parkinson, like lobbing at the Parliament for patients’ rights to get Parkinson’s experts' services in the periphery. We also provide support groups, physical and social activities and much more. Help us help people with Parkinson Donate now >>
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Aviv for Holocaust Survivors
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Donate now >> We cannot change the Holocaust survivors` past, but we can change their present. Help the Holocaust survivors utilize their lawful rights and improve their lives immensely. Donate now to `Aviv for Holocaust Survivors. Donate now >>
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Rabbis for Human Rights
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Donate now >> Rabbis for Human Rights is the only rabbinic voice in Israel & the occupied territories dedicated to human rights. Our projects give expression to the traditional Jewish responsibility for the safety of the stranger, the different & the weak. Donate now >>
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Krembo Wings
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Donate now >> Krembo Wings is the only inclusive youth movement in Israel, bringing kids with and without disabilities together for life-changing social activities. 3,000 kids are still on the waiting list to become part of the social change. Donate now >>
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Tel Aviv Sexual Assault Crisis Center
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Donate now >> The Center handles over 10,500 crisis-hotline calls, provides crisis-intervention/supplementary services to thousands, and reaches tens of thousands through5,000 educational initiatives across Central Israel annually. Our focus- supporting survivors, promoting prevention, initiating change and raising public awareness of sexual violence. Donate now >>
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The Association of Ethiopian Jews
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Donate now >> The Association of Ethiopian Jews (AEJ) constitutes a multi-dimensional platform based on research, community-involvement and advocacy with decision-makers and the media. AEJ advances equitable policies to change prevailing attitudes and improve the quality of life of Israelis of Ethiopian descent. Donate now >>
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NATAL
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Donate now >> NATAL is an apolitical nonprofit organization, specializing in the field of trauma due to terror and war. For the last 20 years, NATAL has worked to advance the resiliency of Israeli society through treatment, prevention, public awareness, research and training. Donate now >>
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Shalva
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Donate now >> Shalva, the Israel Association for the Care and Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities, is dedicated to providing transformative care for individuals with disabilities, empowering their families and promoting social inclusion. Donate now >>
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Animals Now
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Donate now >> Animals Now (formerly Anonymous, est. 1994) is the leading organization promoting farm animal rights and welfare in Israel. We use innovative approaches and strategies to change the harsh reality of animals in Israel, and worldwide. Donate now >>
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IDF Widows & Orphans Organization
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Donate now >> IDF Widows & Orphans Organization (IDFWO) was established in 1991 as the sole organization recognized by the State of Israel to represent the widows and orphans of Israel’s fallen soldiers, which today amounts to over 8,000 widows and orphans. Donate now >>
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The Israel Psoriasis Association
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Donate now >> The Israel Psoriasis Association was established in the early 1970's, with the objective of consolidating psoriasis sufferers within an association. The costs of treating this disease are very expensive. Subsidy of the health basket is only 50% percent which makes it even harder to treat. Help us to change their future. Donate now >>
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Israel Parkinson Association
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Donate now >> IPA focuses on crucial issues to people with Parkinson, like lobbing at the Parliament for patients’ rights to get Parkinson’s experts' services in the periphery. We also provide support groups, physical and social activities and much more. Help us help people with Parkinson. Donate now >>
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Jewish Community Center
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Donate now >> The Other Israel Film Festival presents high-quality cinema that inspires conversation and takes an in-depth look into Israeli and Palestinian societies and minority populations in Israel. The festival explores human stories to engage the community, challenge its perspectives, and drive it to action. Donate now >>
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Sikkuy
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Donate now >> Sikkuy is a shared organization of Jewish and Arab citizens whose goal is to advance equality in all spheres of life between Arab and Jewish citizens of Israel. Sikkuy works to effect change in government ministries, public agencies, local authorities, and the media to achieve equality of policies for Arab citizens and to create a truly shared and equal society. Donate now >>
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