Transforming Lives
in Israel
United Jewish appeal, through uia Federations Canada, strengthens israel by investing in vulnerable communities and individuals, by assisting new immigrants, and by leveraging our investments through matching dollars from israeli philanthropists, the israeli government and the Jewish agency.
- Rehovot and Bat-Yam: Initiatives for Ethiopian Israelis include hot lunches for children, educational enhancement, vocational training, job placement and programs for seniors.
- Eilat and Eilot Region: At Israel's southern tip, UJA Federation, in partnership with Eilat-Eilot, is in the process of transforming the region. Through UIA Federations Canada, UJA dollars are invested in higher education, renewable energy, educational programs for young people, career development and healthcare.
- Sderot: The residents of this beleaguered city, neighbouring the Hamas-ruled Gaza strip, have endured more than 7,000 missiles over the past eight years. UJA has responded strategically to Sderot's needs by investing more than $2 million over three years in urgent social welfare and educational projects.
- Overseas Lifelines: Thousands of impoverished Jewish seniors in the former Soviet Union (FSU), rely on homecare, food and medicines that UJA helps to provide through the Joint Distribution Committee.