Israel & Overseas

Promote the continuity of Jewish people in Israel and throughout the world. Provide an infrastructure that can respond to international crisis situations effectively. Educate Ethiopian-Israeli immigrants in our partnership region of Yokneam-Meggido. Give food, medicine and shelter to elderly Jews in Minsk, Belarus.

Your gift to the Community Campaign directly impacts the lives of thousands of Jews in need around the world every day.

Federation funds the following through its Israel & Overseas Outcomes:

• Rescue and resettlement of Jews at risk
• Medical services and training
• Food packages for frail and elderly
• Job training and assistance
• Scholastic assistance for at-risk youth
• Camping for children and families
• Counseling for at-risk families
• Emergency assistance
• And, many more!

Two communities with which Atlanta’s Jewish community has special partnerships are:

Minsk, Belarus

Through its efforts in the Former Soviet Union, your Federation is able to help elderly citizens of Minsk, Belarus combat poverty in order to lead full lives. Learn more >>

Yokneam-Megiddo, Israel

Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta strives to help Ethiopian Israeli families adjust to life in Yokneam-Megiddo, and for them to be successful in their education and career endeavors. Learn more >>