Dear Friend,
On the morning of Saturday, Oct. 7, the world woke up to the devastating news that Israel was under attack during the high holiday of Shmini Atzeret. Hamas terrorists infiltrated Israel, indiscriminately murdering, raping and kidnapping innocent civilians – men, women, children and the elderly.
Just hours after the initial attacks, the Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia mobilized and opened its Philly Stands With Israel Emergency Fund. The Greater Philadelphia community quickly came together to stand in solidarity with Israel during its darkest time through vigils, rallies and donations.
Through the community’s collective support, the Jewish Federation is proud to have raised more than $15.5 million for humanitarian relief and recovery efforts for impacted communities in Israel, including the organization’s partnership regions of Sdot Negev and Netivot, which border Gaza and have been at the epicenter of the terrorist attacks and escalating war.
We are proud to share this report, which highlights the impact Greater Philadelphia made through its generosity and commitment to the Jewish homeland.
