IFCJ Supports Wounded IDF Soldiers with New Initiatives

The International Fellowship of Christians and Jews (IFCJ) has announced two significant funding initiatives aimed at providing crucial support to IDF soldiers wounded in battle. This heartfelt effort underscores the organization’s unwavering commitment to those who have sacrificed for Israel's security.

The first initiative, backed by nearly 2 million shekels (approximately $550,000), is designed to assist wounded veterans by offering food cards and facilitating the purchase of clothing, electric appliances, and accessible furniture. This support is essential in helping these soldiers adjust to new lifestyle challenges.

The second initiative focuses on distributing support kits to wounded soldiers, aiding them during hospitalization and throughout their rehabilitation process. These kits will provide much-needed resources and comfort, helping soldiers navigate their recovery journey.

Yael Eckstein, president of the IFCJ, emphasized the gravity of the current situation, stating, “This war has exacted an extremely heavy cost on our younger generation with many thousands of soldiers, who dropped everything to fight on behalf of all of us, experiencing life-changing injuries. Beyond the current physical toll of these injuries, many of these wounded veterans will face lifestyle challenges that will make their rehabilitation and financial independence that much more difficult.”

Eckstein also highlighted the broader mission of the IFCJ, saying, “Our commitment, and the commitment of the hundreds of thousands of IFCJ donors around the world, is to ensure that we are addressing those needs and offering them the practical support they deserve in light of the incredible sacrifices they have made.”

The IFCJ is implementing these programs in collaboration with the Friends of the IDF Disabled Veterans Organization. Adi Strauss, chair of the organization, acknowledged the long-standing partnership and its impact, stating, “Over the years the Fellowship has been instrumental in supporting older veterans who were injured in previous battles and wars, and now we see this partnership benefiting the many injured soldiers, of all ages, whose lives have been so changed and will require extensive and ongoing periods of treatment, recovery and lengthy rehabilitation.”

Since the tragic events of October 7, the IFCJ has contributed more than $75 million to a variety of social and civilian defense efforts. This includes the installation of over 200 sheltered units in northern communities, donation of armored emergency response vehicles, and millions of shekels in first aid and security equipment for local response teams.

The dedication and support shown by the IFCJ exemplify the enduring bond and solidarity within the global Jewish community.

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