Israel Crisis Response

Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: “May those who love you be secure. May there be peace within your walls and security within your citadels.”

Psalms 122:6-7

Update: May 8, 2026

As ceasefire arrangements begin to take hold, many emergency restrictions have lifted, allowing public transportation, schools, and businesses to reopen. We continue to pray and provide support for those still living in communities vulnerable to conflict, while also maintaining our regular humanitarian programs.

Emergency Update: April 22, 2026

Since the beginning of this war:

• More than 7,000 people have been injured.
• More than 20 people have been killed.

While a fragile ceasefire remains in effect, northern communities continue to face regular threats from ongoing conflict. Although many regions have experienced a measure of calm during this temporary pause, residents in the north are still spending time in shelters as violence continues.

Please continue to pray with us for the elderly, children, and families facing uncertainty and displacement.

Emergency Update: Passover Support Distribution – April 7, 2026

After 39 days of war:

• More than 6,818 people have been evacuated from their homes due to the missile strikes.
• 2,537 people are staying in hotels while 3,581 are staying with family and friends.
• Over 43 areas have been evacuated across the North, centre, and southern regions.

Kiryat Shmona has been one of the hardest-hit cities, located along Israel’s northern border with Lebanon and facing ongoing shelling. Many families, including elderly residents — have been forced to spend long days and nights in protective shelters.

During Passover, hardship was especially acute for families living under ongoing threat, many of whom lacked the resources to prepare for the holiday safely or with dignity.

In response, IFCJ Canada supported Passover assistance for more than 2,300 families in Israel — reaching over 9,000 individuals — helping vulnerable households celebrate the holiday with dignity, nourishment, and care.

This support was part of IFCJ Canada’s ongoing food assistance efforts, which extend well beyond the holiday season. Each day, more than 3,000 elderly individuals — including Holocaust survivors, those who are homebound, and individuals living with disabilities — receive hot meals, while more than 6,700 at‑risk individuals receive fresh fruits and vegetables each week, helping ensure consistent access to nutritious food amid ongoing instability.

As the situation continues to unfold, families across Israel need faithful support. Give them this support today.

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Emergency Update: Passover Support In The North – March 25, 2026

Iran continues to carry out intense missile attacks targeting the Tel Aviv metropolitan area, the center of the country, Jerusalem, and the north. The rate of missile launches remained intense. In the North, there is often only a brief short window of time (15 to 90 seconds) between the siren alarm and the hit of the missile due to the shelling coming from only a few miles away in Lebanon. Many families, and elderly residents on the northern border are spending long hours in shelters, both day and night.

For the past 21 days, daycares, schools, and other educational institutions have remained closed, leading many to work from home to care for their children, and avoid unsafe travel.

Inbound and outbound flights to Israel have resumed, with priority given to humanitarian travel.

To Date:

• More than 4,414 have been injured.
• 17 people have been killed.
• More than 3,564 people have been evacuated from homes and apartments destroyed by missile strikes. 2,049 are sheltering in hotels, while 1,515 are staying with family and friends.
• 34 area evacuations have taken place across Israel – the center, north, and south regions.

The people of Israel are experiencing severe economic, physical, and mental stress due to the state of this war. The need for immediate help is ongoing as more families and elderly face displacement and a shortage of basic resources. This hardship is especially difficult with the Passover season approaching.

To help meet the growing needs in the North, IFCJ Canada along with our global affiliates will provide 1,000 food and clothing vouchers to help those most vulnerable observe the Passover with dignity.

IFCJ Canada continues to provide purchase cards for families, cooked meals for Holocaust survivors, elderly support, aid for Olim (immigrants), and ongoing emergency relief.

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Emergency Update: Ongoing Attacks Across Israel – March 10, 2026

Numerous strikes on Israel have kept it’s residents in a constant state of alert, as Iran continues to launch attacks targeting the Tel Aviv metropolitan area, the center of the country, Jerusalem, and the north. In the north, Hezbollah continued launching hundreds of rockets and drones targeting cities and villages, hitting civilian homes, leading to more injuries and evacuees from the north. The residents of these communities spend long hours during the day and nights in shelters because there is not enough warning time to go to shelters, as shelling is done from a few miles away.

To Date:

• More than 1,950 people have been injured
• 13 people have been killed
• More than 3,420 have evacuated from homes and apartments destroyed by missile attacks.
• Over 20 places have suffered evacuations

During this difficult time, we continue to respond by providing food packages, food cards for families whose homes have been damaged, support for evacuees, daily cooked meals for Holocaust survivors and the elderly, assistance for olim (new immigrants), and other critical emergency aid.

You can help ensure that none of God’s children are left behind or forgotten. Please consider giving an emergency gift today.

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Emergency Update: Israel on High Alert – March 5, 2026

Since the beginning of this war:

• more than 1,370 people have been injured (up from 1,100 by yesterday).
• 12 people were killed. Fortunately, no new casualties were reported in the last 48 hours.
• More than 1,875 people have been evacuated from homes and apartments destroyed by missile strikes. (up from 1.500 yesterday).
• Evacuations are from over 10 different places across Israel – centre, north and south regions.

Rockets from Iran and Hezbollah continue to be launched at metropolitan areas like Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, and the north. Universities, schools, and workplaces have remained closed, along with all flights to Israel. More than 1,875 individuals were evacuated from their destroyed homes and relocated to hotels and the homes of friends and family.

Food card distribution to evacuees is ongoing in Tel Aviv and begun in Ramat Gan and Beer Sheba, and is scheduled to commence in Beit Shemesh. These food cards will help provide the basic needs of those who are displaced – food, clothing, toiletries, amongst other essential items.

We continue to provide immediate assistance to vulnerable people – elderly, new olim (immigrants), children, and families.

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Emergency Update: Israel on High Alert – March 3, 2026

Early Monday morning, terrorist groups in Lebanon escalated the conflict by launching rockets and drones into Israel, sending sirens blaring across communities in northern Israel. Direct missile strikes have displaced an estimated 300 people so far. This number does not yet include evacuees from Beit Shemesh, where residents are still being accounted for following recent attacks.

As of Monday, emergency food cards are being distributed to displaced families during the critical first 48 hours. These cards will allow evacuees to purchase essential items such as clothing, toiletries, and other urgent necessities as they begin the difficult process of relocation and recovery.

We continue to monitor the situation closely and are working to ensure that vulnerable families, including children and the elderly, receive immediate and practical support during this time of upheaval.

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Emergency Update: Israel on High Alert – March 1, 2026

Early this morning an Iranian missile struck the city of Beit Shemesh, killing 9 and injuring 28 more. Among the rubble was a torah scroll and prayer book, which were struck by the missile and damaged. 
 
Our prayers are with the families of those killed, the injured, and the first responders who are working tirelessly to protect the people of the Holy Land.

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Emergency Update: Israel on High Alert – February 28, 2026

The situation in Israel is tense and rapidly evolving. Recent reports indicate the U.S. and Israel have struck against Iran to prevent potential nuclear and missile threats. In response, Iran has retaliated, targeting Israel’s communities through long-range missiles and coordinated attacks.

Israelis have been living with both courage and vigilance.  Families have prepared for emergencies, and are now sheltering in place. The Canadian prime minister has also asked Canadians in Israel to shelter in place.

Humanitarian Needs and Fellowship Preparedness

Fellowship volunteers in Israel are already actively preparing for emergency needs:

• Food: Thousands of food packages are ready for delivery to families and the elderly in vulnerable areas. A reserve of approximately 1,500 food cards is prepared for immediate support to households affected by potential escalations.
• Emergency Aid: Our volunteers have been out in the communities providing emergency aid and are poised to assist those in need.
• Elderly and Vulnerable Support: Transportation and evacuation plans are ready for elderly residents and individuals with disabilities. Teams are prepared to bring them to safe reception centers if necessary.

We will continue to provide updates here as the situation unfolds.

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Bondi Beach Attacks – Updates from December 14, 2025

Early this morning, a terrorist attack targeted a Hanukkah celebration at a beach just outside Sydney, In Australia, thousands attended the event, where 12 people were killed and many more were injured during the attacks. Israel’s Minister of Combating Antisemitism and Diaspora Affairs stated, “There are many casualties, including fatalities. I will provide updates as soon as additional details become available.”

One of those murdered was an organization member, identified as Eli Schlanger, a U.K.-born Chabad emissary in Sydney.

Please join us in praying for the loved ones of the victims of this horrific attack, and for an end to the hatred that motivated it. May God’s precious gift of shalom—peace—reign throughout the world during this sacred season of light and miracles.

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Israel At War – Updates from October 13, 2025

After more than two years of war, terror, and heartbreak, a peace deal has finally been brokered between Israel and Hamas.

On Thanksgiving Day, October 13, the final group of 20 living hostages returned home to their families, and 4 of deceased 28 hostages—sending a powerful wave of relief and healing across Israel, touching families, communities, and the nation as a whole.

Yet even as peace begins to take root, the most vulnerable—sick, elderly, impoverished, and displaced families—continue to struggle with basic needs.

The Fellowship remains on the ground, providing lifesaving food, essential aid, and emergency support to those in greatest need. As requests for help surge, we are prioritizing the most urgent cases to bring hope and relief where it’s needed most.

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We urgently need your help in this time of crisis.

Right now, we are on the ground providing essential aid. Your gift today can help us provide lifesaving support to the Jewish people who depend on us for critical humanitarian assistance. ​

Your donation today could provide an essential food box or lifesaving aid to someone in need. Every gift is a blessing that eases the burden of war and reminds Israel’s people they are not alone.

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