volunteering

'Duty to come': Diaspora Jews drop their lives to volunteer in Israel

Jewish volunteers have traveled to Israel to volunteer in fields where farmers were left shorthanded after the departure of international and Arab workers.

'Deserved twice over': ZAKA receives Shield Award for 'crucial' work

'We could not have functioned without your kindness'.

By AVICHAY CHAIM
14/07/2024

We are called to serve others now more than ever

Volunteer service enriches both the person serving and the community being served, and helps us embrace our best selves.

By ROBB LIPPITT
14/07/2024

In Jerusalem, a unique hotel offers respite for women who have experienced stillbirth

Although stillbirth is only officially recognized by Israeli authorities from 22 weeks of pregnancy, the center allows women to come as early as 20 weeks and up to four months after birth.

By DEBORAH DANAN/JTA
25/06/2024
 ZICHRON MENACHEM volunteers and kids.

Battling childhood cancer: Four-wheeling with Zichron Menachem

There were kids of all ages, ranging from all sectors of Israeli society, from secular to haredi.

Life's a Patchwork: How art and working with children enrich one woman's life

Mira Furth found fulfillment by channeling her skills to teach youngsters about art… and life

Hugs from the heart: The bakers sending challah and cake to IDF soldiers during wartime

After over seven months, HaHamal HaMatok still delivers sweets to thousands of soldiers each week in the North and South of Israel. 

By SHARON ALTSHUL
13/06/2024

Meet Asher Leeder, the rabbi and martial artist who helps IDF troops with chiropractic issues

Jerusalemite of the Week: Asher Leeder is an ordained rabbi and a black belt martial artist in Tora Dojo. Here in Israel, he uses his chiropractic skills to help IDF lone soldiers.

08/06/2024

United Hatzalah's founder & president Eli Beer's recounts October 7 events

United Hatzalah's Resilient Volunteers Spotlighted at the Jerusalem Post Conference 2024.

Hadassah: The US woman's Zionist organization helping Israeli women

Hadassah Women won’t stop at anything when it comes to helping those in need

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