Israel at War:
Community Resources

This war is unprecedented and devastating — and its impact reverberates across the Middle East. And the world.

As events continue to unfold, UJA continues to mobilize in solidarity and community. Here, you’ll find information on briefings, access to emotional support, and a list of resources that can meet the needs of our community.

Learn more about UJA's Response
We are allocating emergency funding to provide immediate relief to the victims of these vicious terrorist attacks. And far more will be needed in the days ahead. Learn more here.

Please check back often. We continue to monitor the situation and will update this page as new information becomes available in the days and weeks ahead.

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

For College Students

Learn more about what's happening on campus and our ongoing work to support college students, here.

American Jewish Committee:

Hillel International:

For Synagogues and Community Partners

Atra – Resources for supporting spiritual leadership at this time of crisis
Shalom Hartman Institute – Resources to help leadership navigate this crisis. Hartman faculty are available to support leaders and communities during this time. Email info@shalomhartman.org for more information.

For additional clergy or synagogue support, please contact .

For General Mental Health

Ohel - Free, confidential hotline for one-on-one appointments with mental health professionals. Call 718.686.3255 to make an appointment. *Hebrew speaking counselors available.
The Jewish Board - An array of resources for how to cope with traumatic events, terrorism, antisemitism, and more. Hebrew speaking professionals are available. For services, call 1.844.663.2255.
United Hearts for Israel - This program of The Jewish Board specifically addresses the needs of people affected by the ongoing crisis in Israel and the rise in antisemitism in New York City and around the world. Please reach out to us at 646-766-6875 or IsraelSupport@jbfcs.org if you, a loved one, or a community member is hurting and/or in need.

For Parents

Resources for School-Aged Children

Ohel - Resources for parents and educators of school-aged children.
PJ Library - Resources for families with young children.
The Jewish Education Project - Resources for parents with children of all ages.
Kveller - How to Talk to Kids About What’s Happening in Israel Right Now.

Resources for Teens

Ohel - Resources for parents and educators of teens.
The Jewish Education Project - Resources for parents of teens.
Hillel International – What Parents Can Do for Their College Students

For Educators

Resources for School-Aged Children

Ohel - Resources for parents and educators of school-aged children.
PJ Library - Resources for families with young children.
The Jewish Education Project - Resources for parents with children of all ages.
Kveller- How to Talk to Kids About What’s Happening in Israel Right Now

Resources for Teens

Ohel - Resources for parents and educators of teens.
The Jewish Education Project - Resources for parents of teens.

Resources for Public School Educators

ADL

American Jewish Committee:
- Call to Action Against Antisemitism

Facing History & Ourselves:

Institute of Curriculum Services:
- Support for Classroom Discussion on the Hamas-Israel War
- Teaching the Arab-Israeli Conflict

U.S. Department of Education:
- Fact Sheet: Protecting Students from Discrimination Based on Shared Ancestry or Ethnic Characteristics

Resources for Jewish Educators

Ohel- Hotline for educators and school professionals. Hours are 8am–10pm. Call 718.686.3230 or email teachersupport@ohelfamily.org to make an appointment. *Hebrew speaking counselors available. Ohel also offers resources for addressing this crisis with students.
Prizmah - Resources for day schools addressing mental health, security, and conversations with students. See here for resources on temporary student enrollment.
- Connect and collaborate with colleagues across North America through Prizmah’s Reshet Community.
- Prizmah is offering complimentary 1:1 coaching sessions for heads of school and senior administrators to receive guidance during times of crisis. Sign up for a slot here.
The Jewish Education Project- Resources for educators of students of all ages.

For the Workplace

ADL:
- 10 Ways to Have Conscientious Conversations on the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
- Employee Resource Groups: Forums for Success

Project Shema:
Shine a Light
- Antisemitism in the Workplace
- Workplace Toolkit: Navigating the Hamas Attacks + Supporting Your Jewish Employees
- Join Shine a Light on December 6th for a Workplace Summit, focused on navigating the challenges of addressing antisemitism in the workplace.

By Region

Long Island

B’Yachad Community Circles on Long Island - Join community members and care professionals to feel connected and comforted by one another.
All five Long Island JCCs are offering support services to help community members in need:
- Barry & Florence Friedberg JCC
  Gloria Lebeaux, LCSW
  516-634-4010
  glebeaux@friedbergjcc.org
- Marion & Aaron Gural JCC
  Lisa Barnett, LCSW
  516-569-6733, ext. 210
  Lisa.Barnett@guraljcc.org
- Mid Island Y JCC
  Hillary Cook, LCSW
  516-822-3535, ext. 328
  Hcook@miyjcc.org
- Sid Jacobson JCC
  Nelson Rothstein, LMSW
  516-484-1454, ext. 171
  Nrothstein@sjjcc.org
- Suffolk Y JCC
  Jennifer Spielman, LMSW
  631-462-9800, ext. 151
  jspielman@syjcc.org

Westchester

Westchester Jewish Community Services - WJCS offers a wide range of services and programs for all ages.

In Israel

Emergency Phone Numbers in Israel - The Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA) has created a list of emergency phone numbers and websites in Israel. Please note many of these numbers can only be accessed from within Israel.

For College Students

For Synagogues and Community Partners

For General Mental Health

For Parents

For Educators

For the Workplace

By Region

In Israel

Learn more about what's happening on campus and our ongoing work to support college students, here.

American Jewish Committee:

Hillel International:

Volunteer
in Israel

For anyone interested in volunteering in Israel, UJA has learned of several organizations seeking volunteers.

Learn more

Additional Ways to Help

Donate - Support UJA’s work in Israel as we urgently mobilize to provide critical relief.
Call your elected officials to thank them for supporting Israel and advocate to bring the hostages home (Phone calls are more effective than email.)

This is all you need to say: “It’s day (insert number of days) of the war. Bring the hostages home.”
Advocate to bring the hostages home by sharing this hashtag on social media and tell the world: #BringThemAllHomeNow.
Blue Ribbons for Israel - Send a message of support for the safe return of the Israeli hostages and show your solidarity for their families by wearing a blue ribbon publicly.

Letters of Support Initiative -The Jewish Agency for Israel is collecting letters of support from educators and students in the US, to be sent to educators and students in Israel.
Contact your colleges/universities to address Antisemitism on campus. Visit Hillel International for resources.
Plan Israel programs or interfaith Israel solidarity Shabbat meals with partners from other groups in your local neighborhood.
Post on social media and ask your friends to stand with Israel.
Dog Tags For Hostages - Keep the remaining hostages still captive in Gaza top of mind with this meaningful symbol of support. #BringThemAllHomeNow

Events and Briefings

In case you missed them, please watch videos of special briefings, updates, and other community events here.

View the videos

Israel at War: Community Resources

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Volunteerin Israel

Additional Ways to Help

Events and Briefings

Israel at War:
Community Resources

Volunteer
in Israel