Discover the vitality and importance of JDC-supported Jewish Community Centers (JCCs) around the world. bit.ly/3ZtO79Z

600 days of war, uncertainty, and pain. 600 days of holding the hostages in Gaza close to our hearts and praying for their speedy return. 600 days of working — every day — with all parts of Israeli society to heal, rebuild, and create a sustainable future.

Sofia Puchayeva felt lost when the Ukraine crisis began — but more than three years later, she's found the secret ingredient to a meaningful life: bit.ly/3FFXXPq

We’re proud to announce that JDC CEO Ariel Zwang has been recognized among Crain's New York Business Most Notable Leaders in Philanthropy for 2025.

Like so many Israelis, Omer Rafaeli has endured every parent's worst nightmare — but with JDC's support, he found the strength to recover and thrive. Read Rafaeli's story for our JDC Voices Blog here: bit.ly/43OQoxS

Shabbat Shalom from Rabbi Motl Gordon, director of JDC’s Kaplan Leadership initiative, who lives in Jerusalem and reflects on the traditional “Hashkiveinu” prayer in the context of the current Israel emergency.

This Pride Month, we want to highlight Eitan Bergman, who is at the forefront of European Jewish life, inspiring his peers from across the continent to step up and lead their communities. Read here: bit.ly/3I9QtoN

Shabbat Shalom from Aluma Vaisberh in Dnipro, Ukraine! Aluma, 18, proudly leads the Shahar teen club at the city’s JDC-supported Solomonika Jewish Community Center (JCC).

These two sisters have supported each other through the worst catastrophes imaginable — and on Tisha B'Av, they have a message for Jews everywhere. Read here: bit.ly/4lfhKEj

Shabbat Shalom from Szarvas, the JDC-Lauder international Jewish summer camp in rural Hungary!

Meet Niki Novák — education program manager at Szarvas Camp, the JDC-Lauder international summer camp in rural Hungary.

This year has been one of continued challenges — the war in Israel, the conflict in Ukraine, and the frightening rise in global antisemitism. As we ready ourselves for Rosh Hashanah, let's commit to taking action for a better Jewish future. Donate today: bit.ly/47XjqiT

The Jews of Kyrgyzstan are a small but mighty community — and Marina Karpova is evidence of its strength and vitality. Read her full story: bit.ly/47GxMUz

Shanah Tovah from our JDC team in Jerusalem, helping Israelis from all walks of life heal, rebuild, and create a sustainable future.