Jewish Charities and Humanitarian Organisations
Supporting communities and advancing social justice in the UK and globally
Jewish charitable organizations play a vital role in supporting communities, advancing social justice, providing education, and delivering humanitarian aid. Rooted in the Jewish value of Tzedakah (righteousness through charity) and Tikkun Olam (repairing the world), these organizations work tirelessly to address crucial issues both within Jewish communities and in society at large. This directory highlights significant Jewish charities and humanitarian organizations operating in the UK and internationally.
UK Organisations
Advocacy and Education
Campaign Against Antisemitism (CAA)
The Campaign Against Antisemitism (CAA) is a UK-based organisation dedicated to combating antisemitism through education, advocacy, and legal action. It works to protect Jewish communities, raise awareness, and hold individuals and institutions accountable, ensuring a safer and more inclusive society for Jewish people across the country.
Community Security Trust (CST)
CST provides security, training, and advice for the Jewish community in the UK. It works to protect Jews from antisemitism and related threats, collaborating with law enforcement and the government to ensure community safety.
Holocaust Educational Trust (HET)
HET aims to educate young people about the Holocaust and its contemporary relevance. It provides educational resources, teacher training, and the Lessons from Auschwitz Project, which takes students to Auschwitz-Birkenau.
Holocaust Memorial Day Trust (HMDT)
HMDT promotes and supports Holocaust Memorial Day on January 27th each year. It encourages remembrance of the six million Jews murdered in the Holocaust, as well as other genocides, through various educational and commemorative events.
Support and Welfare
Jewish Women’s Aid
Jewish Women’s Aid is the only specialist organisation in the UK supporting Jewish women and children affected by domestic abuse and sexual violence. It offers confidential advice, support, and refuge, ensuring the safety and empowerment of women within the Jewish community.
Jewish Care
Jewish Care is the largest health and social care organisation for the Jewish community in the UK. It provides services for older adults, those with disabilities, and those with mental health needs, including care homes, community centres, and outreach programs.
Association of Jewish Refugees (AJR)
AJR provides social, welfare, and care services to Holocaust refugees and survivors living in the UK. It supports survivors through various programs, including financial aid, social activities, and remembrance projects.
Camp Simcha
Camp Simcha supports Jewish children in the UK who have serious or life-threatening illnesses. It offers families practical, emotional, and social support, aiming to improve their quality of life.
Kisharon Langdon
Kisharon provides education, employment, and social care services for Jewish people with learning disabilities. It aims to enable individuals to live fulfilled lives within the community.
Jami (Jewish Association for Mental Illness)
Jami is a mental health service for the Jewish community in the UK. It provides support, education, and advocacy for those experiencing mental health issues, promoting recovery and well-being.
Norwood
Norwood provides support services for children and families with educational, social, and emotional challenges and adults with learning disabilities or autism. It operates residential care, supported living, and family support services.
Community Development and Engagement
Mitzvah Day UK
Mitzvah Day UK is a Jewish-led day of social action, bringing people together to volunteer and give back to their communities. It emphasises acts of kindness and community service, transcending religious and cultural boundaries.
KeshetUK
KeshetUK works to ensure that Jewish LGBT+ people and their families are included throughout Jewish life in the UK. It provides training, education, and advocacy to promote LGBT+ inclusion within the Jewish community.
GIFT
GIFT encourages and facilitates charitable giving within the Jewish community. It provides volunteering opportunities and education on the importance of giving and community support.
Maccabi GB
Maccabi is a global sports organisation that promotes Jewish identity through sports. In the UK, it organises sports events, competitions, and activities to engage Jewish youth and foster a sense of community.
Education and Culture
Seed
Seed focuses on Jewish adult education and engagement, offering programs encouraging Jewish learning and personal growth. It supports individuals and families in exploring and strengthening their Jewish identity.
Aish UK
Aish UK aims to inspire young Jews to discover their heritage and connect with their Jewish identity. It offers educational programs, social events, and trips to Israel.
Israel-Focused Organizations
UJIA (United Jewish Israel Appeal)
UJIA supports educational and developmental projects in the UK and Israel. It focuses on strengthening Jewish identity and connection to Israel through funding and programmatic support.
JNF UK (Jewish National Fund)
JNF UK supports environmental and community projects in Israel, focusing on land development, forestation, and infrastructure improvement. It aims to connect the Jewish diaspora with Israel.
Magen David Adom UK (MDA UK)
Magen David Adom UK is the British fundraising arm of Israel’s national emergency medical, disaster, ambulance, and blood bank service. MDA UK supports the lifesaving work of Magen David Adom in Israel through fundraising and awareness campaigns.
Jewish Volunteering Network (JVN)
The Jewish Volunteering Network (JVN) is a UK-based organisation that connects volunteers with meaningful opportunities to make a difference in the Jewish community and beyond. JVN promotes the value of volunteering and supports individuals and organizations in creating impactful volunteer experiences.
International Organisations
World Jewish Relief
Founded in 1933 as the Central British Fund for German Jewry, World Jewish Relief is a humanitarian organisation inspired by Jewish values. It provides life-saving and life-changing support to people in crisis worldwide, including disaster relief, climate resilience, and employment support for refugees. The organisation significantly focuses on Ukraine, responding to the needs of those affected by the ongoing conflict.
Magen David Adom (MDA) Israel
Magen David Adom (MDA) is Israel’s national emergency medical, disaster, ambulance, and blood bank service. Established in 1930, MDA operates under the guiding principles of lifesaving and humanitarian aid. Providing medical care during emergencies, natural disasters, and conflict while maintaining a nationwide blood donation network. As a member of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, MDA is recognised for its dedication to saving lives in Israel and internationally.
Standing Together
Standing Together is Israel’s largest grassroots Arab-Jewish movement, working to create a more just and equal society. The organisation aims to build a diverse coalition called the People’s Left, uniting Jewish and Arab, religious and secular, Ashkenazi and Mizrachi citizens to fight for equality, peace, climate justice, and an end to discrimination. Standing Together focuses on grassroots organising, leadership development, and building regional and student chapters across Israel.
Yemin Orde Youth Village
Run in Israel by Impact Israel, Yemin Orde Youth Village is a home, school, and safe haven for at-risk youth worldwide. It provides education, therapy, and a supportive community to help young people overcome their challenges and achieve their potential.
ASSAF (Aid Organization for Refugees and Asylum Seekers in Israel)
ASSAF supports refugees and asylum seekers in Israel, offering social and psychological assistance, advocacy, and community support to help them integrate and improve their living conditions.
Beit Uri
Beit Uri is a residential community in Israel for people with developmental disabilities. It provides a nurturing environment with educational, therapeutic, and vocational programs to enhance residents’ quality of life.
One for Israel
One for Israel is an Israeli-based non-profit organisation that fosters understanding between Jewish and Christian communities. Through education, media, and humanitarian initiatives, they work to bridge cultural and religious gaps, promote interfaith dialogue, and support various communities in Israel.
Lev LaLev
Lev LaLev is a Jewish nonprofit organisation that supports and empowers orphaned and disadvantaged girls in Israel. It provides a nurturing environment, comprehensive education, emotional support, and spiritual guidance to help these girls overcome challenges and build bright futures.
The organisations featured on this page represent a diverse range of Jewish charitable and humanitarian efforts. Please visit their websites directly for the most up-to-date information about their work and ways to contribute.
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