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The Springfield JCC Stands with Israel

The Springfield JCC community is heartbroken by the tragedy in Israel. Making sense of it all can be difficult, so we invite you to consider our recommendations for giving and getting support during these difficult times. Below are some ways to support Israel, to gain greater understanding, to gather, and to heal.

L’Shalom. To Peace.

News and Information

The Jewish Telegraphic Agency

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The Jerusalem Post

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Haaretz

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The Times of Israel

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Recommended Books

Letters to My Palestinian Neighbor, by Yossi Klein HaLevi

A Simple Guide to the Most Misunderstood Country on Earth, by Noa Tishby

The War of Return, by Einat Wilf

Impossible Takes Longer, by Daniel Gordis

The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: What Everyone Needs to Know, by Dov Waxman

Israel: A Concise History of A Nation Reborn, by Daniel Gordis

The Arc of a Covenant, by Walter Russel Read

The Land of Hope and Fear: Israel’s Batter for Its Inner Soul, by Isabel Kershner

Can We Talk About Israel: A Guide for the Curious, Confused, and Conflicted, by Daniel Sokatch

For Parents and Caregivers

PJ Library's Israel Hub provides a wide variety of resources to navigate conversations about events in Israel with children and grandchildren, including understanding the map of Israel, how to talk to kids about scary situations, and songs of comfort.

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Additional Ways to Help

JFWM Israel Emergency Fund

Funds raised by Jewish Federation of Western Massachusetts are providing critical medical care, support to displaced communities, mental health services, and more. 

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Magen David Adom

Magen David Adom’s network of paramedics and first responders have been working around the clock to save lives and treat the injured in Israel. Donations go towards life-saving equipment and essential medical supplies. 

Donate

Leket Israel

Leket Israel, Israel's largest food rescue operation, is committed to leading the safe, effective and efficient collection and distribution of surplus nutritious food in Israel, to those who need it.
 

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Blue Ribbons for Israel

We have ribbons available at the Springfield JCC reception desk. 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. 

#blueribbonsforisrael

Contact Elected Officials
Thank them for supporting Israel and advocate to bring the hostages home. 

Senator Ed Markey
Phone: (617) 565-8519
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Senator Elizabeth Warren
Phone: (617) 565-3170
Contact

Congressman Richard Neal
Phone: (413) 785-0325
Contact

Jewish Organizations across Western Massachusetts

You'll find a vibrant, active, and supportive community of Jewish people throughout Western Massachusetts. And we want to help you get connected!

EDUCATION
Early Learning Center, Springfield JCC
Gan Keshet Preschool
Lander-Grinspoon Academy
Lubavitcher Yeshiva Academy (LYA)
New England Jewish Academy

ORGANIZATIONS
Circles for Jewish Living
Hebrew Free Loan Association
Jewish Family Service of Western Massachusetts
Jewish Federation of Western Massachusetts
JGS Lifecare
Yiddish Book Center

SYNAGOGUES
Beit Ahavah - Reform Synagogue of Greater Northampton 
Congregation Ahavas Achim, Westfield
Congregation B'Nai Israel, Northampton
Congregation B'Nai Torah, Longmeadow
Congregation Sons of Zion, Holyoke
Jewish Community of Amherst
Sinai Temple, Springfield
Temple Beth El, Springfield
Temple Israel, Greenfield

NEWS AND EVENTS
Massachusetts Jewish Ledger
Jewish Community Calendar

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