They Heard the Explosion from the Shelter

IFCJ Canada  |  July 24, 2025

At 71, Ella lives alone in Israel with her two grandchildren. Four years ago, her daughter tragically passed away from COVID-19, leaving Ella as the children’s sole guardian. Ella has no other family—it’s just her and the children.

The monthly assistance Ella receives from IFCJ Canada is a lifeline—helping her put food on the table and care for her children. But when Iranian missiles rained down on Israel, that lifeline became even more critical.

They were in the shelter when they heard the explosion, Ella recalls. When they returned home, they found their window shutters shattered by the blast.

Thanks to your support, IFCJ Canada was able to respond immediately—delivering hot meals, grocery and other essentials to help them recover and prepare for what may come next.

In the face of fear and uncertainty, your generosity gave Ella and her grandchildren something they desperately needed: safety, dignity, and the reassurance that they are not alone.

Your support helps bring dignity, comfort, and hope to Ella–and thousands like her in Israel and around the world.