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Dear Friends,   As this year comes to a close, we’re thinking about the children, families, and seniors who rely on The Jaffa Institute every single day.   For them, December 31 isn’t just a date on the calendar - it’s the difference between entering the new year with stability, dignity, and hope… or without it.   Because of supporters like you, our 43 life-saving programs  provide educational enrichment, nutritional security, and emotional support to Israel’s most vulnerable

Amidst the fear and exhaustion of her health struggles, she told us how much it meant to have something exciting and joyful to look forward to. To her, the celebration wasn’t just a party—it was a vital moment of feeling seen, cared for, and celebrated during one of the most difficult chapters of her life.

The necessity of keeping the light burning, even when resources are scarce

Thanks to the incredible support of volunteers and donors like you, we are making great progress! Just the other week, over 120 dedicated...

With your support, this year we continue to change lives. As the new school year approaches, hundreds of children across our programs are...

A Message from the CEO Dear Esteemed Friends, I am delighted to share with you the Jaffa Institute's 2025 Programs Brochure. This brochure tells the moving story of our impactful work in Tel Aviv-Yafo and presents the path we are taking together with you. Our Commitment to the Community Throughout the past year, we have continued to care for thousands of people in need. This includes children, teenagers, women, families, the elderly, and Holocaust survivors. We do this out of

Dear Friends, In the 43 years that have elapsed since The Jaffa Institute opened its doors in 1982, I have cried out many times. Again...

Dear Friends and Supporters, In the face of danger, we are witnessing bravery, mutual responsibility, and a deep love for our people and...

Dear Friend, Shalom my friend. It’s been far too long since we were in contact. Despite everything that is happening in Israel and in the...

"The earth does not forget. It carries the memory of tears." – Leah Goldberg Today, over 123,000 Holocaust survivors live in Israel. Many...

Impact 2024 Our 2024 Impact Report is a testament to the power of community and the transformative work being done at the Jaffa...

Food Distribution Center's Passover Campaign

Gala Dinner 2025 Invitation Our 43rd Anniversary Gala, held at the Avenue in Airport City, Israel, was a resounding success! Surpassing...

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This fall we have ignited young minds with a series of exhilarating STEM experiences. Over 200 children in southern settlements, recently...

Established in 1982, the Jaffa Institute is an Israeli nonprofit that assists impoverished residents of Greater Tel Aviv-Jaffa and Bet...

Throughout the War the Jaffa Institute continues in its mission to provide educational, recreational and social enrichment programs to break the cycle of intergenerational poverty found in the communities in Israel, and support each child's self-esteem so that he/she can evolve into a healthy, educated and productive adults.

At the end of last week, the Jaffa Institute's summer camps finished after 8 consecutive weeks of providing the children in our programs...

View the full report here Introduction to the Report In today's fast-paced world, staying informed is crucial. Reports provide valuable...

With school having wrapped last week and our first week of Summer Camps well on its way, we’re proud of the work we're doing. We hope you...