works in more than 70 countries and in Israel to alleviate hunger and hardship, rescue Jews in danger, create lasting connections to Jewish life, and provide immediate relief and long-term development support for victims of natural and man-made disasters.
Caring for Those in Need
If we don’t take care of our community who will?
Based on our Jewish values, we believe it is our collective responsibility. The Federation leverages the strength of our community to provide aid for Jews in need in the Berkshires, in Israel and around the world. The well-being of our growing population of Jewish seniors is also a core priority.
Locally our work includes assisting in emergencies and connecting people to the skills and services necessary to be self-sufficient, decrease isolation and ensure their dignity through the following programs:
- Older Adult Kosher Hot Lunch Program
- Kosher Meals on Wheels to the Homebound
- Community Social Worker
- Senior Programming
- Senior Residence Holiday and Shabbat Pogramming
- Jewish Transportation Network
- Food Cards and Food Pantry Donations
- PJ Library Pajama Drive and Other Essential Needs Collections
- Holiday Packages and Visits to Seniors
- Emergency Assistance Grants
- Hebrew Free Loan Program
- Tikun Olam Volunteer Network (TOV)
- Emergency Relief (Ukraine, Hurricanes, etc)
If you or someone you know is in need of assistance please contact us. All communication is completely confidential.
Israel and Overseas Partners
Strengthening Jewish communities in Israel and around the world has always been a priority for the Berkshire Jewish Community. Through our Israel and Overseas allocations, your contribution to the Jewish Federation of the Berkshires also sustains Jewish life and supports lifesaving humanitarian work through these global partners:
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THE JEWISH AGENCY FOR ISRAEL
addresses the most pressing issues in Jewish life by working to inspire Jews throughout the world to connect with their people, heritage and land, and empowers them to build a thriving Jewish future and strong Israel. And the Jewish Agency facilitates aliyah for those who choose to make Israel their home.
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WORLD ORT
works for the advancement of the Jewish People through education and training for employment; to provide individuals worldwide with the skills and knowledge necessary to cope with the challenges of their environment, and to foster economic self-sufficiency, mobility and a sense of identity through the use of state-of-the-art technology.