Migdal Ohr raises £1million for emergency dorms and bomb shelters
The charity, one of Israel's largest non-profits, supports 10,000 at-risk children every year
Migdal Ohr raised more than £1million in 36 hours towards the building of emergency dormitories and bomb shelters at Zoharim Youth Village in Israel.
The organisation is the country’s largest welfare non-profit educational network, providing services and programmes for disadvantaged and orphaned Jewish children across Israel.
Launched in response to the growing humanitarian crisis, the fundraising campaign was supported by donors, volunteers, and community champions across the world.
Amit Fraser, chief executive of Migdal Ohr Europe, said: “Bringing together our communities showcases our strength as one big family, caring for each other in times of need. This campaign is a testament to the deep compassion and unity that define the global Jewish community.”
The new facilities aim to provide safe, secure housing and serve as life-saving shelters in times of conflict.
The Zoharim Youth Village is home to some of Israel’s most vulnerable teenage boys — many of whom have experienced trauma, neglect, and displacement.
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