Crisis in Israel: Community Events, Help and Resources
On this page you can find up to date information, resources and organizations that are responding directly to the crisis in Israel. We also have listed different ways to take action and how Wilshire Boulevard Temple is providing support. We encourage you to reach out to our clergy who are always available to offer you comfort and guidance and our Israeli Temple members and employees to offer them emotional support.
Here are some invaluable articles on coping with traumatic stress and mental health resources.
We pray for peace as Jews have done throughout the history of our people. We ache for the loss of innocent lives and stand firmly with Israel. It is time for our Jewish family to join hands and hearts with resolve. Reach out to your friends and family in Israel. Send money to help Israeli victims of trauma by clicking on the links below. Stand up for Israel with colleagues, family and friends. Speak out on social media. Above all, let the end result of those who wish us dead be an unshakable resolve to secure the future of Israel and the Jewish people.
Click here to read the full Wilshire Boulevard Temple Statement on Israel from Rabbi Steve Leder.
How to help those in Israel
Some Leading Organizations responding directly to the crisis
- The Jewish Agency for Israel
- American Friends of Rabin Medical Center
- American Committee for Shaare Zedek Medical Center
- American Friends of Magen David Adom
- The Jewish Federation of North America
The Jewish Agency for Israel
American Friends of Rabin Medical Center
American Committee for Shaare Zedek Medical Center
American Friends of Magen David Adom
The Jewish Federation of North America
Action Items
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How to stay informed
Family Resources
A list of resources is available to help adults talk with children about tragic events.
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Wilshire Boulevard Temple Donates Ambulances to Israel's Red Cross - Front Cover of Beverly Hills Courier
Rabbi Leder on Spectrum News
Local Humanitarian Aid Efforts For Israel and Palestine Grow As War Intensifies - LAist
Local Humanitarian Aid Efforts For Israel and Palestine Grow As War Intensifies - LAist
Rabbi Steve Leder on Spectrum News - Israeli Airstrikes Continue on Gaza
Rabbi Steve Leder on Spectrum News - Israeli Airstrikes Continue on Gaza
Rabbi Steve Leder on CNN
Rabbi Steve Leder on CNN
Rabbi Steve Leder on KPCC-NPR Radio Program AirTalk with Larry Mantle
Rabbi Steve Leder on KPCC-NPR Radio Program AirTalk with Larry Mantle