When everything feels different, you can make a difference
Rosh Hashana, a significant milestone in the Jewish calendar, is a time of reflection and renewal. Whether through childhood songs about the shofar, the tradition of dipping apples in honey, or gathering with family, these rituals create a consistent thread in the fabric of our identity as the People of Israel.
Yet, this year Rosh Hashana feels different. In the aftermath of the trauma of October 7, Jews worldwide approach the new year with a sense of trepidation, facing the harsh realities that war has imposed upon us.
Amigour, a UIA-supported project, is Israel’s leading operator of public and sheltered housing for seniors, Amigour serves more than 7,500 disadvantaged elderly across the country. Currently, 2,700 Amigour residents live in Israel's south. Due to their advanced age and inability to reach shelters quickly, they remain in their homes, relying on Amigour to meet their daily needs during these stressful times.
As the High Holidays approach, we are going the extra mile to provide food packages to the Amigour residents, ensuring they are well cared for during this significant and family-oriented time. For those who cannot be surrounded by loved ones, this gesture brings a sense of belonging and care.
All funds raised in September and October through the purchase of E-cards will be directed toward supplying these food packages to Amigour residents. In lieu of gifts for your family this Rosh Hashana, consider sending a food package to your extended family in Israel. In that way, while the world may look and feel different, know that you can make a difference to the lives of those who need your support most – the People of Israel.
During September and October, all E-Card donations will provide Holocaust survivors and the elderly living at Amigour sheltered housing in Israel with care packages for the Chagim.