Jerusalem, October 13, 2023 — The Jewish Agency for Israel announced today an immediate emergency aid fund totaling NIS 10 million to assist Gaza border communities in rehabilitation following the devastation incurred during the war.

The aid will be used for humanitarian needs, in accordance with the professional judgment of the local municipal authorities and the specific needs of each area. The distribution of aid will begin this coming Sunday.

This emergency aid granted by The Jewish Agency to Gaza border communities is in addition to the direct aid provided to individuals who suffered injury to their person or property by The Jewish Agency’s Fund for the Victims of Terror.

Jewish Agency Chairman Maj. Gen. (res.) Doron Almog said: “I just spoke with the heads of the communities on the Gaza border. I updated them about the new emergency aid fund set up by The Jewish Agency on behalf of the entire Jewish people. Our mission is to start acting now to support the heroic survivors who lost their family members, their homes and property and provide them with support and assistance in these difficult times. The transfer of the grants will begin this Sunday.”

The Jewish Agency, together with its partners at the Jewish Federations of North America and Keren Hayesod, will provide assistance on behalf of the entire Jewish people to the following local councils and cities: Eshkol Regional Council, Shaar HaNegev Regional Council, Sdot Negev Regional Council, Hof Ashkelon Regional Council, Merhavim Regional Council, Sderot, Netivot and Ofakim.

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Since 1929, The Jewish Agency for Israel has been working to secure a vibrant Jewish future. It was instrumental in founding and building the State of Israel and continues to serve as the main link between the Jewish state and Jewish communities everywhere. This global partnership has enabled it to address the Jewish People’s greatest challenges in every generation. Today, the Jewish Agency connects the global Jewish family, bringing Jews to Israel, and Israel to Jews, by providing meaningful Israel engagement and facilitating Aliyah. It also strives to build a better society in Israel – and beyond – energizing young Israelis and their worldwide peers to rediscover a collective sense of Jewish purpose. The Jewish Agency continues to be the Jewish world’s first responder, prepared to address emergencies in Israel, and to rescue Jews from countries where they are at risk.