Israel & Antisemitism Committee

The goals of the Antisemitism/Israel Committee are to provide the Or Atid community with resources that deepen our understanding of Israel, past and present,  and to provide the information and support that help us respond to antisemitism. The Committee collaborates with other Or Atid committees to plan relevant programs for our members and creates partnerships with local synagogues, Jewish organizations, and community groups.

The information below identifies resources for our members to enhance their understanding of rising antisemitism and current events in Israel. Click on the links below. Contact us at antisemitism-israel@congregationoratid.org for more information.

Israel News Resources
Haaretz
i24 Television
Jewish Telegraphic Agency (JTA)
Times of Israel

Resources for Information About Israel
American Jewish Committee (AJC)
Dan Senor Podcasts
Hadassah                                             
Israel from the Inside with Daniel Gordis
Shalom Hartman Institute Podcasts
Washington Institute for Near East Policy 

Supporting Israel
Combined Jewish Philanthropies (CJP)
Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF)
Jewish National Fund (JNF)
Leket Israel
Magen David Adom

Resources About Antisemitism
American Jewish Committee (AJC)
Anti-Defamation League (ADL)
Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC)  

Volunteer Opportunities in Israel
Israel 21C List
Jewish National Fund
Leket Israel Volunteer to Help Israeli Farmers
Sar-el – Vounteers for Israel
Skilled Volunteers for Israel
UJA-NY List

Social Media Resources for Volunteers in Israel

Facebook
Sword of Iron - Israel Volunteer Opportunities Facebook Group
This group posts dozens of volunteer opportunities a day. It also has a link to a spreadsheet of many opportunities.  People who wish to join this group will need to answer questions about if they are currently in Israel or when they plan to come to Israel and which volunteering opportunities they are interested in before being accepted to the group.   

Instagram
Kerem House Instagram
View their Instagram story each day to find posted volunteering opportunities for the next day. Message Kerem House directly and they'll connect you to the right people.  About Kerem House - Daily volunteering in Israel, building community and writing our part of the Jewish story as a Tel Aviv based community focused nonprofit.

Whatsapp Groups
IMPORTANT:  Please make sure to only share invite link/sign up sheet with people you know.

JLIC Volunteering 
People should fill out this form online and then they'll be invited to a Whatsapp Group at the time of arrival in Israel.
Description on the website:  Stay informed about volunteer opportunities in Israel. Upon approval to the network, you’ll be invited to join a private WhatsApp group where we share diverse opportunities where you can volunteer to help support Israel. Some of the opportunities include:  grilling for soldiers, farming, assisting evacuees, programming for kids, logistics, and more. Our opportunities are updated daily with as much information as we can provide, each activity may adapt based on the evolving situation in Israel. Stay connected for the latest updates as a valued member of this group.

TLV Leket Volunteers
Farming opportunities leaving directly from Tel Aviv each day.

Citizens Kitchen by Citrus & Salt
Wartime meal operation and Olim community by Citrus and Salt. All important links and details in Whatsapp Group. Working to cook warm meals for soldiers and families in need. Kashrut Rabbanut.  Volunteers are needed to prep, cook and pack meals.  If you're able to deliver meals around the country please message an admin.