Our God comes, and does not keep silent. A fire is devouring before Him, and it storms around Him mightily. 

Dear Friends,

As the residents of southern Israel continue to face incessant rocket attacks from Gaza, we are reminded of the urgent need for protection and safety. Last night, the security forces have taken action to eliminate extremist Islamic Jihad leaders responsible for terrorist acts against Israel. Operation Shield and Arrow is underway.

The threat of terror remains and we need your help to provide mobile shelters for the residents of southern borderline cities, towns and kibbutzim. The Home Front Command has requested at least 30 more mobile shelters be placed in the south urgently to protect innocent citizens. Each mobile shelter costs $12,000, but together we can make a difference and save lives.

Vision for Israel is already responding and has already placed 120 mobile shelters in the southern region that suffers from missile attacks. We have placed them in central areas and crowded spaces, such as shopping centers, community centers, apartment buildings, playgrounds, and sports centers, to ensure the safety of as many residents as possible.

In the past month, we have made site inspections with the Home Front Command and security officers in the settlements of the south and the north to guarantee the protection of the residents against attacks in the best possible way. In the last week, we have installed and placed 18 more bomb shelters.

Now, we urgently need your support to provide an additional 30 mobile shelters to southern Israel. By doing so, we can continue to reduce terror’s impact and save lives.

Together, we can stand with the people of southern Israel and provide crucial protection. Please donate now to help us fulfill the request of the security forces and provide mobile shelters to those who need them the most.

Click HERE to donate.


Shalom, 
Barry & Batya 

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“Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap.”

Dear Friends,

As the year draws to a close, we are reflecting on all that God has done through your support in 2024. From feeding the hungry to aiding lone soldiers, from supporting terror and Holocaust survivors to families in desperate need, your generosity has been a beacon of light in dark places. Now, with just 10 days left in this year, we humbly ask you to consider making a one-time sacrificial gift that will bring hope to those who need it most.

This Hanukkah and Christmas season, your best gift can have an immeasurable impact. By donating to our general fund, you provide the flexibility we need to respond to urgent needs—whether that means supplying food, clothing, or shelter to struggling families or extending emotional and practical support to people like Limor.

Limor’s story is one of resilience and inspiration. At just 7 years old, she was abandoned by her mother who left her and her sister at a public park near a children’s home. Despite a childhood filled with hardship, Limor excelled at a military school, served as a fire brigade commander in the Air Force, and later worked at border crossings with Gaza. She even pursued higher education in biology and teaching. Today, Limor is a devoted single mother and a special education teacher, determined to give her son a better life than the one she endured.

Limor’s journey reminds us that even the smallest acts of kindness can change lives. Your gift today can ensure that others like her have the support they need to rise above life’s challenges and build a brighter future.

With 10 days remaining in 2024, this is your opportunity to make a lasting difference. Please consider giving your best year-end gift today. Together, we can extend God’s love and hope to the brokenhearted and the vulnerable across Israel.

Let us end this year by being a light to those in need. Donate today and help us transform lives.


With blessings and gratitude,
Barry & Batya

“You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden.”

As 2024 ends, give a sacrificial gift to help families in Israel like Limor’s. Share your light this Hanukkah and Christmas season. Donate today.

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"The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it."

Dear Friends,

In just a few weeks, the Jewish holiday of Hanukkah will begin—this year on Christmas Day, a rare occasion that reminds us of our shared faith. During this time of celebration, Vision for Israel will host a special Hanukkah gathering for 50 Holocaust survivors at the Millennium Center. These gatherings offer survivors a place of peace and healing—a precious opportunity to share stories, lift burdens, and find comfort together.

For the 137,000 Holocaust survivors living in Israel, this year has brought more than the typical weight of aging and illness. Since the events of October 7, many of them have faced the resurfacing of profound fears and memories, even leading to deterioration in both mental and physical health. Recent reports reveal that 73% of survivors have seen a decline in their mental state, with 64% experiencing worsened health conditions. For many, the memories of their suffering have been reawakened by the present reality of war, rekindling the heartache of their younger years.

Imagine what it feels like to have lived through unspeakable horrors in your youth, only to find yourself reliving that terror in your final years. Chaya, a Holocaust survivor born in Thessaloniki, recalls her family’s struggle to escape when the Nazis arrived. She lost her mother in front of her eyes and survived by hiding with her sisters, only to emerge years later, traumatized but resolute to begin anew in Israel. Though she raised six children, her life has not been free of hardship. Losing one child to cancer, struggling with another’s illness, and enduring other personal tragedies, Chaya’s strength is unwavering, but her heart is weary. Today, she battles anxiety and grief, fighting a daily battle that no one should face alone.

This season, as we gather with our own families, let us remember the survivors who are part of our broader family in faith. As we kindle the lights of Hanukkah, we have a powerful opportunity to bring them comfort and hope, showing them they are not forgotten. Through our Aid to the Poor fund, your year-end gift will go directly to meeting the needs of Holocaust survivors—people like Chaya—who need our compassion now more than ever.

Every gift helps provide food, emotional support, medical assistance, and financial aid to those who can no longer manage on their own. Together, we can bring light to their lives, reminding them they are cherished and standing as witnesses to the promise that no darkness will overcome our shared light of hope.

As you consider your year-end giving, will you help us restore joy and ease the burdens of our precious Holocaust survivors this Hanukkah? Your generosity at this time will ensure that, even in these difficult days, they feel the warmth of our prayers, presence, and support. Donate now and dedicate your donation to Aid to the Poor.

WATCH what you’re donations have accomplished so far in 2024!

Thank you for being a true beacon of love and hope.


Chag Urim Same’ach, 

Barry & Batya

"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."

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"As the mountains surround Jerusalem, so the Lord surrounds His people both now and forevermore."

Dear Friends,

In the wake of Israel's high holidays, we enter the month of November with a sobering sense of reality. The new year and the festive joy of Sukkot have given way to cooler weather and the darker, longer nights of fall. In the air, there is a deep melancholy, as we face continuous threats to our very existence. From increasing aggression in Yemen and Iran to the heightened activity of our defense forces in Lebanon and Gaza, nowhere in Israel is truly safe. Every city, town, and village feels the weight of constant vigilance.

At Vision for Israel, we stand firm in the belief that God is with us in these uncertain times. His hand of protection is over Israel, and we trust Him to safeguard us from all evil. As Psalm 91:4 reminds us, "He will cover you with His feathers, and under His wings you will find refuge." But even as we rely on His divine shield, we know that there are practical steps we must take to protect our people.

This is why our work continues at full speed. In the face of growing dangers, VFI remains committed to installing safety shelters in Israel’s most vulnerable areas. To date, we have placed close to 400 bomb shelters throughout the southern and northern regions. But as threats persist, it is becoming clear that our efforts need to expand. Central Israel, along with other parts of the country, now faces the same dangers, and we must be prepared to act.

We cannot do this alone. We need your help.

Your support is critical to ensuring that we can continue this vital mission. Every bomb shelter installed represents a life saved—a family protected. When sirens sound and rockets fly, these shelters become sanctuaries of safety. They give parents and children precious moments to reach safety, and they offer peace of mind to those living under constant threat.

Now is the time to act. As Israel faces rising threats, we need your help more than ever. Please consider donating today to ensure that every family has a safe place to turn when danger strikes by dedicating it to Medical & Disaster Relief. You can also call our office and speak with one of our representatives if you prefer to donate by phone. Your gift—no matter the size—will help save lives and provide security in some of Israel's most dangerous areas.

As we face these uncertain days, let us remember that God is our ultimate protector. But He has also called us to be His hands and feet, to act in love and generosity for the sake of others. Together, we can ensure that Israel’s people have the protection they need in these perilous times.

Thank you for standing with us. Your prayers, your love, and your financial support make a world of difference.

"The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make His face shine on you and be gracious to you."

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Our God comes, and does not keep silent. A fire is devouring before Him, and it storms around Him mightily.

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