We Stand with Israel

With the lapsing of the first stage of the ceasefire that had halted hostilities in Israel and Gaza, we pray for safety and healing for all those in harm’s way and for a permanent end to the war as soon as possible.

We will always mourn with the families of those murdered in the horrific October 7 massacre, and we join them in praying that all of the hostages, both living and dead, will soon be returned to their loved ones.

We extend our solidarity to the citizens of Israel and our profound sorrow over the suffering of the civilians of Gaza, and we pray that the humanitarian crisis wrought by this conflict will be decisively addressed by those committed to human rights in Israel, in Gaza, and across the world.

We join our hearts with Jews and others around the world in praying that leaders on both sides of this conflict will turn permanently from violence to diplomacy in an effort to enable both peoples to live side by side in peace and self-determination.

If you wish to support relief efforts in Israel and Gaza through a monetary donation, we have provided suggestions for numerous varied organizations that are doing critically important work.

Ways to Support Israel

If you wish to support relief efforts in Israel and Gaza through a monetary donation,
we have provided suggestions for numerous varied organizations that are doing critically important work.
Jewish Federation  LA Emergency Fund
The Jewish Federation of Los Angeles has set up an emergency fund, through which your entire contribution will be directed where it is needed most in Israel.

New Israel Fund (NIF)
The New Israel Fund (NIF)'s aim is to advance liberal democracy, including freedom of speech and minority rights, and to fight the inequality, injustice and extremism that diminish Israel.

IsraAID

We are partnering with local & civil society organizations to coordinate humanitarian efforts, providing psychosocial support & urgent aid to vulnerable communities, evacuees & their families.
Rabbis for Human Rights
Rabbis for Human Rights (RHR) is an Israeli organization, active in three main areas – work within and about the Occupied Territories; work to promote social and economic justice within Israel; and activities in the fields of education and interreligious dialogue.
World Central Kitchen
World Central Kitchen (WCK) is first to the frontlines, providing meals in response to humanitarian, climate, and community crises. When disaster strikes, WCK’s Relief Team mobilizes to the frontlines with the urgency of now to start cooking and provide meals to people in need. 
Brothers and Sisters for Israel
We are the largest civilian aid organization in Israel, providing crucial assistance to both civilians and soldiers in coordination with the Israeli military.

Israel Religious Action Center (IRAC)
Securing civil rights for a just and egalitarian Israel based on Israeli law and Jewish tradition.
IRAC is our collective Jewish identity in action in Israel.


Reflect

If you would like to watch Rabbi Chasen lead the beautiful rendition of his composition, "We Remember," along with our very own Cantor Sara Hass, among other clergy leaders, click here or below. To watch the full service, click here.