Holocaust Survivors Need Your Help Now!

Sixty-four years ago, much of the world stood by as Jews fell victim to Nazi hatred. And today, tens of thousands who miraculously escaped death during the Holocaust live in poverty in Israel, unable to afford essentials such as food, medicine, and adequate shelter. We can't let them be forgotten again - The Fellowship's Guardians of Israel program helps ensure that elderly Holocaust survivors are supplied with life's necessities. Find out more

Pinchas — Eating, Thanks to the Love of Christians

Pinchas, 84, is a Holocaust survivor who lost nearly his entire family to the Nazis. He was born in Germany and escaped to Russia with his family when the war broke out. Immediately, his father was drafted into the Red Army and was killed in war. Pinchas's mother was left alone to flee from the Nazis…
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Ayge — Guardians Comforts a Poor Holocaust Survivor

Ayge, 78, is a Holocaust survivor and proud immigrant to Israel who grew up in Germany. During her childhood, Ayge's father was a famous cantor in a synagogue. She says she can still hear him singing the beautiful Sabbath prayers. When Ayge was just five years old, her father fell ill and died, leaving her mother alone to raise three small children. Read Ayge's story.

Dovid: Meaningful Work For A Meaningful Life

Dovid, the only member of his family to survive the Holocaust, came to Israel from his native Poland after World War II. He was deeply grateful to be in his biblical homeland, and lived a good life there. But after the death of his wife, he faced emotional and financial difficulties he simply couldn’t overcome. Read how, Guardians of Israel helps Dovid live with a measure of peace and dignity in his old age. Read Dovid's story.

Yosef: A Survivor's Story

Yosef, an elderly Ukrainian Jew who escaped Nazi persecution during World War II, made aliyah (immigrated to Israel) with his wife in 1991. Now, at 84 - with his wife in a nursing home the result of a debilitating stroke - he's struggling financially. "Between my rent and other bills, I just can't make ends meet on my government pension," he states, his voice breaking. Read Yosef's story

Natalia: Nourishing A Survivor's Body and Soul

Natalia made aliyah (immigrated to Israel) from Ukraine late in her life. After her husband died, financial hardship forced her to visit a local Fellowship-sponsored soup kitchen for food. What she found there surprised her and helped her face the future with renewed hope. Read Natalia's story