Fundraising

November 8, 2023, 6:36 am

“With over 400 people joining in harmony, our challah bake at Caulfield Shule was a testament to the unbreakable bond of solidarity with Israel, where love and faith rise together,”

By Carol Saffer

From left: Daniel Gold, David Gold, Vincent Page, Blake Volovich at the end of 42.2 kilometres.

November 8, 2023, 6:33 am

Helping the people of Israel

"Doing our best and completing the marathon while fundraising was a great opportunity for us and made us feel like we were helping a special cause helping the people of Israel."

By Carol Saffer

October 19, 2023, 1:33 pm

Grassroots campaigns bring hope and help

A number of small grassroots efforts have sprung up to support Israel.

By SHANE DESIATNIK & CAROL SAFFER

At Israel's Bangkok-based embassy, from left, Tongly Ton, Doeb Chhay (CRST), ambassador Orna Sagiv, Aviv Palti (CRST) and the embassy's political attache Isaac Sagiv discuss Israel's commitment to the Cambodian aid project.

October 5, 2023, 7:42 am

Helping hand in Cambodia

An article in The AJN and then followed up by US-based news agency, Jewish News Syndicate, caught the attention of Orna Sagiv, Israel's ambassador for Thailand and Cambodia, sparking involvement by Israel in the not-for-profit Cambodia Rural Students Trust.

By Peter Kohn

Dylan (left) and Ryan Blumberg after a swimming training session.

August 24, 2023, 11:43 am

Brothers train for Ironman with a cause

Last week, the former Moriah College students set up a fundraising site for what will be their first ever half-Ironman race and confirmed that all proceeds will be donated in Debbie’s name and go directly to the lung research laboratory at WEHI.

By Shane Desiatnik

Host Vince Sorrenti tries out an MDA medicycle. Photo: Supplied

August 15, 2023, 7:25 am

Vital funds for lifesaving medicycles

The event was a success, with the generosity of donors making a significant impact on MDA's emergency medical response capability.

Jewish kids in Cairns enjoying activities with Rabbi Ari Rubin from Chabad of North Queensland.

August 10, 2023, 11:38 am

Giving Day campaign for Cairns community

"North Queensland is blessed to have beautiful nature and climate, but we have found that the Jewish presence here is what is growing the most beautifully."

By AJN STAFF

July 24, 2023, 6:32 am

Next-generation philanthropy

In 18 months of operation, GGC has built a global network of 115 philanthropists, which it aims to grow to 450, with a five-year goal of $US40 million in donations to Israeli projects.

By Peter Kohn

Gary Meyers with Kerry-Lee Brandt
Salamon.

July 13, 2023, 12:30 pm

Aussie fundraiser helps South African amputee

'A nobler cause is hard to find ... Kerry-Lee is outgoing, happy, vivacious and more than anything, gives of herself, helping those in need.'

By Shane Desiatnik

Yanir Yakutiel at the 2023 Vinnies CEO Sleepout at White Bay Cruise Terminal on June 22.

June 29, 2023, 11:41 am

‘For homeless people, it is every night’

“It’s needed, because with the rising cost of living and lack of affordable housing, more and more people – especially women – are really struggling, and becoming homeless.”

By Shane Desiatnik

Rabbi Mendel Kastel (centre) with winning team members from Comlink, (from left) Paul Ghanem, John Ellis, Brad Armstrong, and Gary Cohen.

June 15, 2023, 6:57 am

Golfers get into the swing of fundraising

The funds raised will go towards supporting Jewish House’s crucial work in helping people and families experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness.

By AJN STAFF

June 8, 2023, 12:17 pm

Smile On Seniors announce Charidy campaign

Smile On Seniors services more than 250 Jewish seniors across 12 non-Jewish facilities in Melbourne, with approximately 500 young volunteers, and collaborations with groups, schools and organisations.

By Hannah Schauder

Ribbon cutters, from left: Hayley Southwick, Peter Horovitz and Esther Frenkiel.

June 8, 2023, 12:04 pm

UIA welcomes residents to new Amigour home

Currently Amigour provides 6000 apartments in 57 homes for around 7500 residents. The need is constantly growing with approximately 27,000 elderly still lacking proper housing in Israel.

By Hannah Schauder

From left: Silva Bernhard, Vanessa Cohen, Nicole Brittain and Kiera Maloney at Sleep at the 'G.

June 5, 2023, 7:16 am

Helping homeless Victorians

The team raised funds on a matching basis with Gandel Foundation, providing a total of $21,786.

By AJN STAFF

Rebecca Kummerfeld recently left the Sydney Jewish Museum after nearly seven years.

June 4, 2023, 7:14 am

JCA puts the pieces together

Spending her first weeks reading Holocaust history and listening to survivor testimony, she realised that the past came alive in a way it didn't in her reading.

By AJN STAFF