Tag: Volunteering

The article follows Alma Doron, an 18-year-old Israeli navigating life during wartime, where the fear of missile attacks has impacted her daily routines and mental health.
Volunteering as an older adult, as seen through the lens of individuals like Chava David and Reta Fivish at Yad Sarah, not only benefits the recipients of the service but also has positive implications for the volunteers themselves.
Volunteering as an older adult not only benefits individuals like Chava David and Reta Fivish by improving their physical and mental health, but also adds value to nonprofits like Yad Sarah.
Boston Bruins goalie Jeremy Swayman confirmed his Jewish roots in a personalized video message for a fan's bar mitzvah, revealing he had celebrated his own bar mitzvah in Alaska with his father.
Laurie Shelton shares her experiences of forming deep connections with elderly individuals, particularly Jewish grandmothers, through volunteer work and companionship.
In the aftermath of the Oct. 7 terror attack, Israeli youth are finding new emotions and responsibilities in their lives.
The current situation in Israel calls for showing support through volunteering and strategic philanthropic efforts.
Manny Lindenbaum, a Holocaust survivor, reflects on his experiences and the importance of making a positive impact on others.
During Israel's 2023 war, an unprecedented display of chesed, ahavat Yisrael, and achdut was seen globally, with Jews from diverse backgrounds coming together to support one another.
This article discusses the response of young olim (immigrants) living in Israel during times of war.
The article discusses how young olim (Jews who have immigrated to Israel) are volunteering and supporting Israel during times of war.
Canadian cardiologist Dr. Brad Strauss quickly flew to Israel after the recent Hamas attack to volunteer near the Gaza frontlines, but ended up assisting at HaEmek hospital in Afula due to missile threats.
The author, Joanna Chen, shares her experiences volunteering with The Road to Recovery, an Israeli NGO that transports sick Palestinian children to hospitals in Israel as a way to promote empathy and peace between Israelis and Palestinians.
The Met Council on Jewish Poverty is facing an increased demand for assistance as many Jews in the region struggle financially due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Tablet Magazine highlights the work of the Aleph Institute, an organization that provides support to incarcerated individuals and their families, while advocating for criminal justice reform.
Tablet Magazine is highlighting the work of the Aleph Institute, an organization that provides support to incarcerated individuals and their families as well as working towards criminal justice reform.
The article provides a list of 18 ideas for how to handle retirement without driving.
In Baltimore, Lynne Kahn leads the Baltimore Hunger Project, an organization dedicated to fighting childhood hunger by providing meals to students in need over the weekends.
A woman reconnects with a friend who is in prison for money laundering and becomes her pen pal, navigating the restrictions and rules of the prison system while gaining a new appreciation for personal freedom.
Retirees like Richard Corman are increasingly volunteering in Israel after making aliyah, utilizing their skills to benefit Israeli society.