Jewish Silicon Valley
ISRAEL
EMERGENCY
CAMPAIGN
Support the People of Israel Today
Support Israel during this critical time.
On October 7, 2023, during Shabbat and the holiday of Shemini Atzeret, Hamas terrorists launched an unprecedented attack on Israel from Gaza, firing thousands of rockets, breaching the country’s borders, killing close to a 1,500 Israelis, taking over 240 hostages, and wounding thousands more. JSV is responding with the Israel 2023 Emergency Relief Fund, working in Israel with JFNA to support victims of terror, help rebuild damaged infrastructure, and address the unprecedented levels of trauma caused by this horrific attack.
Now, more than ever, our support is needed.
Am Yisrael Chai.
Use:
tax ID number, 94-2222989
or
Mail check to:
Jewish Silicon Valley
Attn: Philanthropy
14855 Oka Road, Los Gatos, CA 95032
Jewish Silicon Valley Israel Emergency Allocation for Local Organizations
In response to the Hamas attack against Israel on October 7, Jewish Silicon Valley launched the Israel Emergency Campaign to help our local community cope with the impact of the war.
We have currently allocated out all available funds. We are assessing what funds may become available for the next quarter. Please feel free to submit your request for financial assistance in the meantime and we will let you know your status as soon as possible.
To apply for financial assistance from this fund, click here.
Once you have completed the form, please email it back to [email protected]
Click to watch our Solidarity Gathering livestream
Wear your love for Israel
A portion of the proceeds will be added to the Emergency Israel Fund.
Vetted resources for individuals, organizations, and allies.
Report Antisemitism
- Antisemitism : Community members are advised to utilize the ADL’s incident report form if they witness or experience antisemitism
GATHER & CONNECT
JCRC Bay Area, Solidarity Event Listings
Click HERE for events around the greater Bay Area
Family Center at APJCC
SUPPORT
Host a Family | Find Housing
UnXeptable and DID are helping Israelis that are stuck abroad and can’t fly home. They invite you to reach out if you can host someone or need to be hosted.
To host: CLICK HERE
If you need a place to stay: CLICK HERE
Hebrew Speaking Support
For Hebrew speakers who need support and would like to talk, the OFJCC Maagalim ICC line is also open at (408) 507-7888.
Emotional Support Counseling
Emotional support is available through JFS Silicon Valley!
Individual counseling sessions available for individuals looking for one on one support.
Sign up by contacting Michelle Lee, at 408-806-2846
Community Guidance
- Social Media guidance: Building Resilience Media Literacy for a Safer Jewish Community, youtu.be/bpIH1aawGm8
- Educational and current content from leading Israel policy experts. https://israelpolicyforum.org/israel-at-war/
- A guide to recognizing problematic rhetoric. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fFVJv4_TaBo3rZORf01fMSPFTjUcbwLW/view
Educational Resources
- Israel at War: A Private Briefing with Middle East Expert Avi Melamed. https://youtu.be/X6gvhk0jBng
- Resources for Schools on Violence and Terrorist Attacks in Israel: https://prizmah.org/knowledge/resource/resources-schools-violence-and-terrorist-attacks-israel
- Resources for Educators and Parents | helpful in thinking about your converation with children in the weeks ahead. https://jewishlearningworks.cmail20.com/t/j-e-sslrtd-ydthlkujld-c/
- Letter to Superintendents and Trustees across the Bay Area
- Talking to Children About Violence in Israel
- How to Talk to Children About Israel Today (video)
- Support for Classroom Discussion on the Hamas-Israel War
- Sample University Community Letter
CONTACT
Consulate General of Israel Contact
There are a number of resources available for anybody who has been unable to reach loved ones in Israel and wants to check on their well-being, including:
Consulate General of Israel in New York: (917) 756-8387 or (212) 499-5321, or by email at [email protected] or [email protected]
Coordinated Outreach to Elected Officials
Jewish Federations of North America provided a link to urge your elected officials at the federal, state, and local level to speak out and make a clear and unequivocal statement in support for our ally Israel and its right to defend itself.
Jewish Silicon Valley Stories
Jewish Silicon Valley Statement October 7, 2023
We unequivocally condemn this attack on Israel and are unwavering in our support for Israel’s right to defend its citizens. We know this war will not dampen Israel’s resolve to stand united against terror, defend its borders, and meet this deeply challenging moment.
Today and every day, we wish for peace and safety in the land of Israel, and happiness for all its residents.
Am Yisrael Chai
