IFCJ Ramps Up Relief Efforts in Israel Amidst Missile Strikes
(Photo: IFCJ / Mishel Amzaleg)
In the aftermath of a tumultuous exchange of missile strikes between Israel and Iran, the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (IFCJ) is at the forefront of a massive relief operation. The organization is channeling $2.5 million in aid to Israelis who have been displaced or injured due to the conflict.
This development follows the Israeli military’s Operation Rising Lion, which resulted in the evacuation of approximately 5,000 residents and the destruction of numerous homes. A ceasefire has since been declared.
To aid families in the hardest-hit areas, including Tel Aviv, Bat Yam, Rehovot, Rishon LeZion, Ramat Gan, and Tamra, IFCJ has distributed over 1,000 prepaid debit cards, each loaded with $225.
Yael Eckstein, CEO of IFCJ, emphasized the urgent need for assistance: “In a matter of seconds, lives were turned upside down. Homes destroyed. Children frightened. Elderly men and women suddenly without food, medicine, or even a bed to sleep in.”
She continued, “In those moments, there is no time to wait. Only to act. That’s what the Fellowship is here to do—to bring comfort. To bring help. To bring light.”
Further efforts by IFCJ include the rapid installation of protective infrastructure, with 10 new bomb shelters set to be deployed this week. An additional 100 shelters, 50 of which offer enhanced protection against high-impact blasts, are planned for the coming weeks.
The organization is also providing support to new immigrants, known as olim, who recently arrived in Israel and are now confronted with this unforeseen crisis.
These new arrivals are receiving shelter, food, and guidance to help them through this challenging time.
“We can’t stop the missiles, but we can meet fear with faith and meet loss with love. And that’s what we’re doing – every hour, every day,” Ms. Eckstein stated.
Despite the ongoing threat of rocket fire, IFCJ teams are actively delivering hot meals, hygiene supplies, and emotional support by going door-to-door.
Ms. Eckstein expressed deep appreciation for the dedication of her staff and volunteers, as well as the substantial support from the global Christian community: “I’m also overwhelmed with gratitude for our Christian friends whose love and prayers make this work possible.
“Their support is not just financial—it’s spiritual,” she added. “It reminds the people of Israel that they are not alone—that even in the darkest of nights, there are hands reaching out in love.”
This article was originally written by www.christiantoday.com
