International Fellowship of Christians and Jews

The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews Increases Defense Preparedness Throughout Israel

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Friday, October 27, 2023

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In response, the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (The Fellowship) has distributed an additional 1,500 flak jackets and 150 first aid response kits to 105 Local Emergency Response Units in communities in the Golan and Galilee regions.

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In response, the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (The Fellowship) has distributed an additional 1,500 flak jackets and 150 first aid response kits to 105 Local Emergency Response Units in communities in the Golan and Galilee regions.
In total, The Fellowship has allocated and distributed more than $12 million in emergency aid to communities and residents in regions of Israel most heavily affected by the devastating terror attacks of October 7.
Allocations are coordinated with local and national authorities, first responders, hospitals, food distribution agencies, and others to best serve immediate needs.
"This is a crisis and challenge the likes of which Israel has never faced before.

As War in Israel Continues to Rage, The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews Approves $5 Million Emergency Grant

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

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CHICAGO, Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As Israel's war with Hamas continues to intensify, the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (The Fellowship) announced this week the immediate release of 20 million shekels (more than $5 million) to be distributed to support those in need.

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CHICAGO, Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As Israel's war with Hamas continues to intensify, the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (The Fellowship) announced this week the immediate release of 20 million shekels (more than $5 million) to be distributed to support those in need.
Since the outbreak of the war, we have been working to respond in all ways possible.
The Fellowship pledges to continue to respond to this emergency quickly and effectively, by offering our full support to people in need.
We pray this horrific war will end soon, so we can focus on helping people rebuild their lives."

International Fellowship of Christians and Jews Approves $5M in Emergency Humanitarian Aid for Distribution Throughout Israel Following Devastating Hamas Attacks

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Sunday, October 8, 2023

JERUSALEM, Oct. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In the hours following the massive and vicious attacks by Hamas terrorists on southern Israel in the early hours of Saturday morning October 7, the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (The Fellowship) began planning its humanitarian aid response efforts as the IDF carries out Operation Swords of Iron, its retaliatory strikes in the Gaza Strip. More than 2,000 rockets were fired at Israel and hundreds of people were killed during the first day of conflict, with thousands more reported wounded and/or kidnapped.

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Yael Eckstein, President and CEO of The Fellowship, said, "This is Israel's 9/11.
We still don't know everything that is going on or the extent, but we know it is unprecedented.
It raises disturbing memories of the Yom Kippur War, which started on almost this exact date 50 years ago.
"Right now, we are looking at what will happen in the north, as Hezbollah engages with artillery and rocket fire with Israel forces.

International Fellowship of Christians and Jews distributes $10 million in aid to more than 250,000 people globally ahead of High Holy Days

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023

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JERUSALEM, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As Israeli families seek to stock up on apples, honey, and all things traditionally used to ring in the High Holy Days, many are grappling with financial instability.

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IFCJ's $10M in global aid for the High Holidays will help 250K Israelis and 45K people in the former Soviet Union.
For them, these most significant days on the Jewish calendar have become a stark reminder of their financial challenges.
In response, The Fellowship announced a $10 million global aid package that will be distributed during the holiday season.
"The Fellowship is there for her now during the High Holy Days, and every day, because of the love our supporters have for Israel and her people.

Yael Eckstein: IFCJ Announces Completion of 2023 Salary and Compensation Audit

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Friday, July 7, 2023

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CHICAGO, July 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- According to President and CEO Yael Eckstein, "the Salary and Compensation Audit reflects our ongoing commitment to take financial accountability and good stewardship of our donors' funds very seriously."

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The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (The Fellowship or IFCJ) recently announced the results of their annual Salary and Compensation Audit by Willis Towers Watson (WTW), a leading global advisory, broking, and solutions company.
CHICAGO, July 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- According to President and CEO Yael Eckstein, "the Salary and Compensation Audit reflects our ongoing commitment to take financial accountability and good stewardship of our donors' funds very seriously."
The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (The Fellowship or IFCJ) recently announced the results of their annual Salary and Compensation Audit by Willis Towers Watson (WTW), a leading global advisory, broking, and solutions company.
The Salary and Compensation Audit confirmed management's expectations that The Fellowship's salary and compensation practices are fair, reasonable, and comparable to similar organizations.

International Fellowship of Christians and Jews Takes Action to Protect Civilians in Israel's South

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Thursday, May 11, 2023

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JERUSALEM, May 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In a quick response to the more than 500 rockets launched at southern Israel in the last two days, the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (The Fellowship) announced the placement of five new bomb shelter units today in areas of Ashkelon identified by local authorities as lacking ample protection. The areas included residential spaces where homes still had no shelters as well as commercial zones where people had no refuge from incoming rockets.

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The areas included residential spaces where homes still had no shelters as well as commercial zones where people had no refuge from incoming rockets.
The organization also purchased four protective vehicles that are used by local security officers to arrive quickly and safely at the scene of attacks.
The new shelters will provide much-needed protection to the residents of Ashkelon during these challenging times.
In recent years, The Fellowship has donated over 400 such shelters throughout the country, and has plans to renovate and equip 2,500 existing shelters.

Yael Eckstein, President and CEO of the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews, receives Jerusalem Post's 2023 Humanitarian Award

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Thursday, May 4, 2023

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JERUSALEM, May 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- During the Jerusalem Post's Celebrate the Faces of Israel conference on April 27, Yael Eckstein, President and CEO of the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (The Fellowship), was awarded the publication's 2023 Humanitarian Award for her and the organization's emergency aid response for the ongoing war in Ukraine.

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JERUSALEM, May 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- During the Jerusalem Post's Celebrate the Faces of Israel conference on April 27, Yael Eckstein, President and CEO of the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (The Fellowship), was awarded the publication's 2023 Humanitarian Award for her and the organization's emergency aid response for the ongoing war in Ukraine.
Yael Eckstein, President and CEO of the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews, receives Jerusalem Post's Award
"I feel blessed to lead The Fellowship, and this award is truly thanks to the quick, generous and passionate response of our donors to help care for the Jewish community in Ukraine," Eckstein said.
Over the course of the first couple months of the war, The Fellowship airlifted 95 tons of humanitarian aid to stranded Ukrainians and refugees.
To learn more about Yael Eckstein and the Jerusalem Post's 2023 Humanitarian award, click here .

International Fellowship of Christians and Jews Voted a 'Best Nonprofit to Work For' for Second Year

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Monday, April 3, 2023

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CHICAGO, April 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (The Fellowship) today announced it has been named a 2023 Best Nonprofit to Work For by The NonProfit Times. This is the second time the organization has been awarded this distinction, having earned the honor in 2021.

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CHICAGO, April 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (The Fellowship) today announced it has been named a 2023 Best Nonprofit to Work For by The NonProfit Times.
This is the second time the organization has been awarded this distinction, having earned the honor in 2021.
The NonProfit Times, the leading national business publication for nonprofit managers, again partnered with Best Companies Group to identify nonprofit organizations where leaders have excelled in creating quality workplaces.
But by the grace of God, we are looking forward to what the next 40 years of our ministry holds."

The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews Honored for Supporting Israel's National Food Security Initiative

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Monday, March 27, 2023

JERUSALEM, March 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- During the National Food Security Initiative Annual Conference last week, Yael Eckstein, President and CEO of the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (The Fellowship), and Israeli President Isaac Herzog were presented awards of distinction for their ongoing dedication and support of Israel's National Food Security Initiative.

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JERUSALEM, March 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- During the National Food Security Initiative Annual Conference last week, Yael Eckstein, President and CEO of the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (The Fellowship), and Israeli President Isaac Herzog were presented awards of distinction for their ongoing dedication and support of Israel's National Food Security Initiative.
"No human can be truly respected without caring for their basic needs, the most elementary of which is food.
The Fellowship has contributed over $21 million in aid to Colel Chabad's food support programs since 2002, with another $8 million to be added to the National Food Security Initiative, and $1 million for Colel Chabad soup kitchens this year alone.
Since 2010, The Fellowship has given a total of more than $254 million to food programs in Israel.

The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews Celebrating 40th Anniversary in 2023

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Saturday, January 28, 2023

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CHICAGO, Jan. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (The Fellowship) will be celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2023 with purposeful events highlighting its mission and work, past and present. Recently recognized as the 85th largest charity in the United States by Forbes with consistent high marks from Charity Navigator, The Fellowship began from Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein's dream of building bridges of understanding and cooperation between Christians and Jews.

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While Rejoicing and Remembering the Past, The Fellowship Continues to Unite Christians and Jews Like Our World Has Never Seen
CHICAGO, Jan. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (The Fellowship) will be celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2023 with purposeful events highlighting its mission and work, past and present.
The Fellowship work will continue in its 40th year under a heightened mission to unite Christians and Jews and provide aid like the world has never seen.
This year, The Fellowship will devote itself to acts of compassion, remembrance, and prayer like our world has never seen.
To learn more about The Fellowship and how to participate in its 40th anniversary celebrations, visit https://www.ifcj.org/40th-anniversary .