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Discover impactful charity initiatives with The Jaffa Institute. Join us in supporting communities in need. The Jaffa Institute Breaking the cycle of poverty in Tel Aviv-Jaffa since 1982 Our MISSION To provide educational and social enrichment to disadvantaged children and community members. To increase the nutritional security of impoverished individuals in our service area. To care for and strengthen the emotional and mental well-being of our program participants. LEARN MORE Make a Donation SUPPORT US volunteer We are always looking for volunteers to help achieve our goals. Whether you are in the US planning your child's Bar or Bat Mitzvah, or want to organize a company trip to our Food Distribution Center in Tel Aviv, there are opportunities to make a difference and help end the cycle of intergenerational poverty. Volunteer with Us Subscribe to our newsletters First Name* Last Name* Email* Sign up for our newsletters English Hebrew Submit Our Programs We run 40 programs that uniquely address the needs of youth, adolescents, adults, and seniors. READ MORE GIVE TODAY TO Break the cycle of Poverty DONATE NOW! from a donor "Thank you for telling me about the good work your group does to enrich the lives of people who need assistance. It is encouraging to know that good people exist in the world who seek to make others’ lives more pleasant. That is infinitely more important than many of the technological advances that allow people to downloaded movies in 125 milliseconds. Life is still about people, and not about milliseconds. Thank you for restoring my faith in people’s goodness." Follow us on social media for the Day-to-Day News and activites happening at the Jaffa Institute

The Jaffa Institute's Food Distribution Center targets hunger and malnutrition in the home by providing 15,500 food packages a year. Donate to Israel and support our efforts to provide nutritious food to those in need. food distribution center (Mercaz Mazon) The Jaffa Institute's Food Distribution Center targets hunger and malnutrition in the home by providing 20,000 food packages a year. The Center provides bi-monthly food packages containing staple goods for impoverished families, elderly individuals, including Holocaust survivors, and special distributions of food packages for the Holidays. The Food Distribution Center tailors food packages to meet the recipients' unique needs and includes the following: During the Holidays the Center's packages contain items such as: Matzah for Passover, Apples and Honey for Rosh Hashannah and more Holiday staples Seasonal items: blankets for the winter Non-perishables staples: Flour, oil, canned vegetables, pasta, and tuna Household items: toothpaste, soap “This food package is my lifeline . I can finally sleep at night, knowing that my children do not have to go to bed hungry, and my son is receiving the proper nutrients for his critical cognitive and physical development. I am indebted to the Food Distribution Center.” To SUPPORT OUR food distribution center DONATE *Learn More about the Mercaz Mazon on their Hebrew website mercazmazon.org

Read the Jaffa Institute's Accessibility Statement and our commitment to addressing accessibility Accessibility Statement The Jaffa Institute strives to ensure that its digital services are accessible to people with disabilities. The Jaffa Institute has invested significant resources to help ensure access for all users, including people with disabilities, with the strong belief that every person has the right to live with dignity, equality, comfort and independence. Digital accessibility is not just a target we aim to achieve, but an ongoing commitment that we carry in every aspect of our digital service delivery. We recognize that this requires continuous monitoring, improvement, and adaptation. In the sections below, we elaborate on the various efforts that have been undertaken to address our progress in ensuring digital accessibility for all. A key element of our accessibility initiative is our engagement with a third-party accessibility consulting organization UserWay to help bring the website into conformance. We use industry standard accessibility methods and tools to accomplish this, in accordance with the relevant version of Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) as set forth by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) the internet’s main international standards-setting organization. As part of our steadfast commitment to enhancing and addressing accessibility challenges, we use developers who are expert in digital accessibility. Our approach to accessibility includes both manual accessibility auditing and automated scans. jaffainstitute.org makes available the UserWay Website Accessibility Widget that is powered by a dedicated accessibility server. The Widget offers user-triggered enhancements that allow visitors to improve the accessibility of the site. These features will, when selected, increase font size, pause animations, change color contrast, and more. People can choose combinations that suit their needs, as per WCAG Level AAA . The site has enabled Automated Remediation Technology (ART) for all visitors, whether they use assistive technology or not. ART does not detect Assistive Technology usage; rather, it improves accessibility for all site visitors regardless of ability by deploying remediation capabilities such as (not a complete list): Images and other non-text elements have alternative text associated with them when required; Keyboard navigation is improved with aids such as focus indication and skip links; Please Contact Us We are here to assist you and make your experience as smooth and inclusive as possible. If you encounter any digital accessibility issues with our products or services, or need information related to digital accessibility, we want to hear from you! Also, we appreciate and welcome feedback, and we are always ready to embrace suggestions for enhancing our digital accessibility efforts. Contact Information: The Jaffa Institute Email: info@jaffainst.co.il We take accessibility seriously and will get back to you shortly.

Make a donation to the Jaffa Institute today. Your support helps us provide vital services to disadvantaged children and families in Israel. Donate Receive a Tax Deductible receipt from one of our Friends of Organizations in the countries listed below: Israel American Friends Australia British Friends Canadian Friends Dutch Friends French Friends Swiss Friends Checks can be made to: The Jaffa Institute 5 Tel Giborim St. POB 8216 Jaffa 6109102 Israel Registered Charity Number: 58-003-8115 TEL: +972-(0)3-683-2626 E-MAIL: info@jaffainst.co.il DONATE ISRAEL - English תרומה בעברית Make a Bank Transfer: Jaffa Institute Bank Hapoalim Herzl 14 Jaffa, Israel, 6688324 Account Number: 27848 Bank No : 12 Branch: 500 Swift Code: Poalilit IBAN: IL45 0125 0000 0000 0027 848 Israel Midot Seal of Effectiveness Certificate of proper management (nihul takin) Withholding tax & bookkeeping (nihul mas & nihul sfarim) Donation tax credit (46א) 2024 Audited statement Rosh Hashanah Campaign Donation Page American Checks can be made to: American Friends of the Jaffa Institute 297 South Washington Ave. 2nd Floor Bergenfield, NJ, 07621 USA Registered Charity Number: 11-2697261 Mr. Mitch Chupak TEL: + 1-866-471-1923 E-MAIL: info@jaffainst.co.il DONATE WITH PAYPAL Donate online by credit card: DONATE BY CREDIT CARD Make a Bank Transfer: Bank : Citibank Account : The Jaffa Institute Acct #: 130057425 ABA: 021 0000 89 SWIFT: CITI US 33 American Friends of the Jaffa Institute Internal Revenue RS 501(c)(3) Status verification Donate to our Passover Campaign Australia Israel Gives donations are tax-deductible in Israel, the US and UK, Canada, Australia, and France Australia DONATE WITH ISRAEL GIVES Donate UK Cheques can be made to: British Friends of the Jaffa Institute 32 Hampstead High St. NW3 1QD London United Kingdom Registered charity number: 282049 Mr. Geoffrey Jayson TEL: 0203 286 4224 E-MAIL: info@bfji.org Donate online by credit card: DONATE UK Make a Bank Transfer: Bank: HSBC Sort Code: 40 01 06, Acct #: 91896873 IBAN: GB85HBUK40010691896873, SWIFT/BIC: HBUKGB4105F British Friends of the Jaffa Institute Donate Canada Checks can be made to: Canadian Friends of the Jaffa Institute 3080 Yonge St. Suite 6060 Toronto, Ontario, M4N 3N1 Canada Registered charity number: 863333118RR001 Ms. Pam Albert TEL: 1-866-892-1915 E-MAIL: pam@jaffainst.ca Donate online by credit card: DONATE CANADA Canadian Friends of the Jaffa Institute Donate Netherlands Checks can be made to: Stichting Jaffa-Project Nederlands Waleweg 1 3291 AX Strijen The Netherlands Registered Charity Number: 8036.98.367 Wim van der Hoek TEL: + 31-78-674-5014 E-MAIL: info@jaffaproject.nl Donate online by credit card: DONATE NETHERLANDS Rabobank IBAN : NL12 RABO 0335 5422 39 ING IBAN: NL4 INGB 0005 1388 14 Dutch Friends: Stichting Jaffa-Project Nederland Donate France Par chèque libellé à l'ordre des: "Amis Français du Jaffa Institut" 56 rue du Rocher 75008 Paris Merci pour votre générosité! Vous pouvez effectuer votre don (reçu cerfa) Registered Charity Number: 30090500200 Mme. Sandra Benisty TEL: +33 (0) 6 16 50 57 72 E-MAIL: sabenisty@yahoo.fr DONNEZ SUR ALLODONS Par virement bancaire IBAN: FR76 3000 3027 9900 0500 2205 478 BIC: SOGEFRPP French Friends: Amis Français du Jaffa Institut Donate Switzerland Checks can be made out to: "The Jaffa Institute" and mailed to Mr. Roger Bollag Kilchbergstrasse 138 8038 Zurich Switzerland Mr. Roger Bollag Bank Payments can be made: IBAN: CH95 0483 5129 7879 9100 1 BIC: CRESCHZZ80A, For: "The Jaffa Institute“ Swiss Friends of the Jaffa Institute Récépissé de Déclaration de MODIFICATION de l'association Israel Australia American British Canadian Dutch French Swiss The Jaffa Institute Charity Number: 58003811 DONATE ISRAEL - English תרומה בעברית Mr. Yechezkel Portowicz 5 Tel Giborim Tel Aviv-Yafo Israel +9726832620 info@jaffainst.co.il Jaffa Institute Bank Hapoalim Herzl 14 Jaffa, Israel, 6688324 Account Number: 27848 Bank No: 12 Branch: 500 Swift Code: Poalilit IBAN: IL45 0125 0000 0000 0027 848 Midot Seal of Effectiveness Certificate of proper management (nihul takin) Withholding tax & bookkeeping (nihul mas & nihul sfarim) Donation tax credit (46א) 2024 Audited statement Swiss Friends of the Jaffa Institute Mr. Roger Bollag 138 Kilchbergerstrasse DONATE ISRAEL - English Zurich SWITZERLAND IBAN: CH95 0483 5129 7879 9100 1 BIC: CRESCHZZ80A For: "The Jaffa Institute" French Friends: Amis Français du Jaffa Institut Charity Number: 30090500200 Sandra Benisty, Presidente 56 rue du Rocher Paris France +33 (0)6.16.50.57.72 sabenisty@yahoo.fr IBAN: FR76 3000 3027 9900 0500 2205 478, BIC: SOGEFRPP Dutch Friends: Stichting Jaffa-Project Nederland ANBI No. 8036.98.367 / Charity No. 8036.98.367 Mr. W. van der Hoek Waleweg 1 DONATE NOW Strijen The Netherlands +31786745014 Rabobank IBAN: NL12 RABO 0335 5422 39, ING IBAN: NL4 INGB 0005 1388 14 info@jaffaproject.nl British Friends of the Jaffa Institute Registered Charity No. 282049 Mr. Geoffrey Jayson 1st Floor, Hillsdown House 32 Hampstead High St. London United Kingdom +44 (0)7317-8980 DONATE UK Checks can be made out to: "The Jaffa Institute" and mailed to info@bfji.org Canadian Friends of the Jaffa Institute Ms. Pam Albert Charity Number: 863333228RR0001 3080 Yonge Street, Suite 6060 Toronto DONATE CANADA Canada +1 416-271-7999 pam@jaffainst.ca American Friends of the Jaffa Institute DBA The Institute for the Advancement of Education in Jaffa - The Jaffa Institute Tax ID No. 11-2697261 DONATE NOW Mr. Mitch Chupak 297 South Washington Ave. 2nd Floor Bergenfield USA +1-866-471-1923 DONATE with Paypal Bank: Citibank Account: The Jaffa Institute, Acct #: 130057425 ABA: 021 0000 89 SWIFT: CITI US 33 info@jaffainst.co.il Internal Revenue RS 501(c)(3) Status verification DONATE ISRAEL - English תרומה בעברית Australia Israel Gives donations are tax-deductible in Israel, the US and UK, Canada, Australia, and France Donate

Contact the Jaffa Institute to sponsor a program or project, volunteer in Israel, be an Ambassador, visiting the Jaffa Institute, our Youth 4 Youth Program and more! Home About Programs Donate Get Involved Contact Us More CONTACT uS TODAY If you have questions or would like more information about our programs, please fill out the form and we will get back to you as soon as possible. +972-3-683-2626 Tel Giborim St. 5 Tel Aviv, Israel 6810519 info@jaffainst.co.il Learn about our open positions Contact our Friends of the Jaffa Institute First name* Last name* Email* Phone Let us Know the reason you want to connect* Sponsoring a program or project Volunteering at the Jaffa Institute in Israel Being an Ambassador Visiting the Jaffa Institute Youth 4 Youth Bnai Mitzvah Projects with the Jaffa Institute Learn more If Interested in Volunteering do you want to Volunteer as an Individual Bring a Group Additional Information* Submit

Read the Jaffa Institute's Code of Ethics and see our commitment to transparency and integrity. Support trusted Israel charities. Vision: “For Israeli society to be an equitable society in which each and every individual can support themselves independently.” OUr Code of Ethics Following Zionist values. Commitment to operating in accordance with the laws of the State of Israel. The workers, management, volunteers, and members of the organization commit to serve the organization and its goals with loyalty, dedication, honesty, fairness, and social responsibility. Acting altruistically. Granting assistance while maintaining the recipients’ human dignity. Commitment to integrity, maintaining proper management practices, truthful reporting, transparency, and avoiding conflicts of interest. To act with maximal responsibility, dedication, and professionalism. To provide shelter for children and youth in dangerous situations. To impart tools and skills for leaving the cycle of poverty. To provide quality education and enrichment to children and youth who need it. Avoiding any activity involving conflict of interest or suspicion thereof and maintaining conduct in accordance with the provisions of the law and ethical considerations. Working consistently toward raising social awareness and mobilizing the community to involvement in humanitarian causes. We are committed to taking care of the quality of the food we distribute, compliance with expiration dates, proper storage conditions, and timely delivery and distribution. We are committed to using donated funds and goods efficiently and with full responsibility. The organization is committed to doing no harm to the good name, reputation, or professional achievements of other organizations.

Donate directly to our seasonal campaign. Be it for the Food Distribution Center's Rosh Hashanah and High Holiday Campaign, our End of the Year Campaign or our Food Distribution Center's Passover Campaign. Join us and support these specific projects directly. Food Distribution Center's Passover Campaign Donate to our Food Distribution Center's Passover Campaign through the American Friends of the Jaffa Institute a 501(3)(c) organization and receive a U.S Tax-Deductible Receipt. It's a time of hope, renewal, and family connection. But for thousands of families, children, and Holocaust survivors in Israel, this joyous tradition is out of reach without a helping hand. Your gift today can change that. Each package is filled with nourishing food to support a family, elderly or Holocaust Survivor through the holiday with dignity Frequency One time One time Yearly Yearly Amount $100 1 Food Package 1 Food Package $100 $500 5 Food Packages 5 Food Packages $500 $1,000 10 Food Packages 10 Food Packages $1,000 $1,800 18 Food Packages 18 Food Packages $1,800 $2,500 25 Food Packages 25 Food Packages $2,500 $5,000 50 Food Packages 50 Food Packages $5,000 $10,000 100 Food Packages 100 Food Packages $10,000 $15,000 150 Food Packages 150 Food Packages $15,000 $25,000 250 Food Packages 250 Food Packages $25,000 $50,000 500 Food Packages 500 Food Packages $50,000 $100,000 1,000 Food Packages 1,000 Food Packages $100,000 Other Other 0/100 Comment (optional) Donate $102.9 I'd like to add $2.9 to cover transaction fees. * Looking to make a donation to one of our other programs? Click here: Other Program Donations Return to all Donation options **US Registered Non-Profit, Tax Certifications and More Any Questions please contact Mitch Chupak Mr. Mitch Chupak TEL: + 1-866-471-1923 E-MAIL: info@jaffainst.co.il Checks can be made to: American Friends of the Jaffa Institute 297 South Washington Ave. 2nd Floor Bergenfield, NJ, 07621 USA

Support the Jaffa Institute from the United States. Donate to American Friends of the Jaffa Institute and receive a tax-deductible receipt that helps us provide essential services to disadvantaged communities. American Friends of the Jaffa Institute Make a Donation in $USD and receive a US tax-deductible receipt Registered Charity Number: 11-2697261 Donation Amount* $180 $360 $500 $1,000 $1,800 $2,500 $3,600 $5,000 $10,000 Dedicate your donation In memory of In honor of Person's Full Name Email to send Tribute Card Next Internal Revenue RS 501(c)(3) Status verification Return to all Donation options Checks can be made to: American Friends of the Jaffa Institute 297 South Washington Ave. 2nd Floor Bergenfield, NJ, 07621 USA Make a Bank Transfer: Bank: Citibank Account: The Jaffa Institute Acct #: 130057425 ABA: 021 0000 89 SWIFT: CITI US 33 Paypal and Monthly Donations Donations and Recurring/Monthly donations to the American Friends of the Jaffa Institute can be made via Paypal Paypal Any Questions please contact Mitch Chupak Mr. Mitch Chupak TEL: + 1-866-471-1923 E-MAIL: info@jaffainst.co.il

< Back to Job Listings Send your CV Fundraiser Job Type Job Type Workspace Workspace The Jaffa Institute, established in 1982, is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of underprivileged Israeli children from Jaffa, South Tel Aviv, and Bat Yam. The organization provides a wide range of programs and services that focus on the child's family and community to create a lasting network of support. From food and tutoring assistance to emotional counseling and art therapies, The Jaffa Institute offers a holistic approach to child development. Job description This is a full-time on-site role for a Fundraiser located in the Tel Aviv District, Israel. The Fundraiser will be responsible for developing and implementing fundraising strategies, building relationships with donors, organizing fundraising events, and managing donor communication. The role will involve working closely with the community and stakeholders to support the organization's mission REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS Fundraising experience, Relationship Building, and Event Planning skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong organizational and project management skills Knowledge of fundraising best practices and donor relations Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team Fluency in Hebrew and English (written and verbal) Experience in the non-profit sector is a plus Bachelor's degree in Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, or related field Send your CV < Back to Job Listings

< Back to Job Listings Send your CV עו"ס/ית למועדונית לילדים בסיכון Job Type Job Type Workspace Workspace המועדוניות שלנו מהוות מסגרת חינוכית – טיפולית משלימה לילדים בסיכון. הילדים מקבלים מענה לצרכיהם הרגשיים והחינוכיים בסביבה מעשירה, מקדמת ומעצימה. בוא/י להוות דמות משמעותית ומשפיעה עבור הילדים והצוות במועדונית Job description אחריות על התחום הטיפולי במועדונית, קליטת ילדים ובניית תכניות טיפוליות. ניהול קשר עם הרווחה. קשר וליווי המשפחות והגורמים הרלוונטיים בקהילה. ליווי והדרכת הצוות החינוכי במועדונית. ** ניתנת הדרכה ע"י עו"ס בכיר REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS תואר ראשון בעבודה סוציאלית/או לקראת סיום תואר- חובה. ניסיון ועבודה עם ילדים ונוער - יתרון משמעותי ניסיון מעשי בעבודה טיפולית עם הורים וילדים/ילדים בסיכון- יתרון. יכולת עבודה עצמאית ובצוות שליטה בשפה העברית- יתרון משרה חלקית/ מלאה *נדרשת זמינות לעבודה בשעות אחרי הצהריים Send your CV < Back to Job Listings

Make a donation to the Jaffa Institute with a Credit Card, BIT, Paybox, by Phone, by Mail or by Bank Transfer Thank you for your donation All donations to the Jaffa Institute are recognized for tax purposes according to Article 46 of the Income Tax Ordinance. Registered Association Tax Number : 58-003-8115 Israel Registered Charity Number, Certifications and More To donate from any of our friends of the Jaffa Institute countries Donate from Around the World Donate by Bank Jaffa Institute Bank Hapoalim Herzl 14 Jaffa, Israel, 6688324 Account Number : 27848 Bank No : 12 Branch : 500 Swift Code : Poalilit IBAN : IL45 0125 0000 0000 0027 848 Donate By Paybox Donate by BIT Donate with a Credit Card The Jaffa Institute PO Box 8216 Jaffa 6109102 Donate by Mail Donate by PhonE Call us 03-683-2626 Certifications Midot Seal of Effectiveness Certificate of proper management (nihul takin) Withholding tax & bookkeeping (nihul mas & nihul sfarim) Donation tax credit (46א) 2024 Audited statement

The Ed Satell STEM programs inspire and educate young minds. Give to the Jaffa Institute and support innovative educational initiatives in Israel. The Ed Satell Science Programs: STEM mobiles science technology engineering mathematics The Jaffa Institute launched the Science Mobile Program in 2018 to provide disadvantaged children from diverse backgrounds throughout Israel with engaging STEM education. Through this innovative program, RV trailers outfitted with cutting-edge technologies travel to the Jaffa Institute’s After-School Educational Enrichment Centers for at-risk youth, as well as to underserved public schools. The Space Mobile 1/1 Each “STEM Mobile” vehicle accommodates 10-12 students, allowing the instructor to provide the small group of children with individualized feedback and support. Participants are able to successfully complete increasingly complex projects despite their vast educational gaps, thereby building the children’s confidence in their ability to pursue a career in a STEM field. In addition to developing the children’s scientific skills, these lessons build their creativity, self-esteem, and motivation. Support our STEM Mobiles today: Donate Now * We are looking for named sponsers for the next 5+ years for the upkeep and maintence of a couple of the mobiles. To learn more: Contact Us Galileo: Science Mobile The original Science Mobile is equipped with technologies such as 3D printers, laser cutting machines and robotics kits. The students learn how to use these devices to explore physics, robotics, geometry, electro-magnetics, measuring, fractions, temperature, and engineering. Bank Hapoalim supports The Galileo Science Mobile Program in Yafo Dalet Rolling Waves Mobile The Rolling Waves Lab immerses students in the multifaceted world of waves mechanical, electromagnetic, and matter waves. Equipped with an array of tools like cameras, microphones, lighting, and software, the lab fosters hands-on exploration. Projects include constructing crystal radios, dissecting light spectrums with spectroscopes, or experimenting with Doppler effect games Space Mobile Congruent with the program’s overarching goals, the transformational Space Mobile contains interactive learning tools to broaden participants’ awareness of a variety of STEM subjects, including physics, chemistry, gravity, energy, solar systems, satellites, and spaceships. E stablished with the generous support of Dame Vivien Duffield through the Clore Israel Foundation 2025 Kitchen Mobile The Kitchen Mobile provides participants with opportunities to discover the wonders of science through cooking. Staff facilitate cooking lessons on topics such as density, thermodynamics, protein denaturation, soluble solutions, measuring, fractions, the carbon cycle, cells, and more. This Mobile Cooking Laboratory and Enrichment Activity vehicle is dedicated to the memory of our beloved mother, Deborah - Chaya Gelfand , z"l 1930-2017 Chemistry Mobile This vehicle's goal is to engage students in hands-on chemistry activities that increase their knowledge and confidence. The lab is outfitted with beakers, microscopes, and other equipment that will allow participants to conduct experiments. This Mobile Chemistry Laboratory and Enrichment Activity vehicle is dedicated to the memory of our beloved mother, Deborah - Chaya Gelfand , z"l 1930-2017 Rolling Robotics Lab The Robotics Lab strengthens skills in the field of developing logical thinking, thinking outside the box, problem-solving, and encourages creativity. Robotics makes learning a fun and enriching experience, and stimulates children's curiosity and motivation to learn and show interest in science and technology The Rolling Robotics Lab was dedicated in memory of Msgt. (Res.) Constantine Sushko z"l To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Contact our STEM Mobile Staff Email* שם* טלפון נושא תוכן ההודעה לשלוח The Jaffa Institute has steadily expanded this innovative program over the years from one RV to several additional vehicles, focused on various STEM topics, which allow us to reach a far greater number of students . TO SUPPORT OUR STEM MOBILEs DONATE