JCC Friends Association

30/07/2026

23/07/2026

A great opportunity for any size business!

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This is your last opportunity to reserve your place in the Jewish Community of Cyprus Annual Calendar!

For over 20 years, our calendar has been displayed in thousands of homes, offices, and businesses across Cyprus and around the world, connecting our community through Jewish holidays, important dates, and community life.

Don't miss this opportunity to:

Advertise your business to a global audience.
Support the continued growth of Jewish life in Cyprus.
Space is now extremely limited.

To reserve your dedication or advertisement, please contact us today:

Office: +357 24 668753
WhatsApp: +357 96 783330 (Aria Cohen)

22/07/2026

Agra D'Taanita

On fast days, it is customary to give Agra D'Taanita, which is charity given in the amount equivalent to the cost of the meals that are not eaten during the fast. By doing so, we elevate what we do not eat or drink to a level of holiness through the mitzvah of charity.

How much should be given?
For those who follow the custom of redeeming the missed meals, it is customary to give at least €9 for each meal, totaling €27 per person. Of course, one can give more generously, both for oneself and for one's entire family.

May it be G-d's will that in the merit of this important mitzvah, we merit the rebuilding of the Holy Temple and the complete and true redemption, speedily in our days.

Agra D'Taanita On fast days, it is customary to give Agra D'Taanita, which is charity given in the amount equivalent to the cost of the meals that are not eaten during the fast. By doing so, we elevate what we do not eat or drink to a level of holiness through the mitzvah of charity. How much should...

15/05/2026

As we navigate the vibrant rhythm of the Jewish year here in Cyprus, I want to take a moment to reflect on the tireless work that happens behind the scenes of the JCC Friends Association.

Being Jewish in Cyprus is about more than just tradition; it is about continuity, connection, and community. Our team works hard 365 days a year to ensure that the Jewish calendar isn't just a list of dates, but a living, breathing experience for every family on the island.

From the quiet reflection of the High Holidays to the joy of Chanukah and Purim, our association is dedicated to bringing you:

Educational Lectures: Engaging our minds with history, ethics, and contemporary Jewish thought.

Cultural Programs: Celebrating our heritage through music, food, and the arts.

Community Events: Creating spaces where our children and seniors alike can feel at home and connected to their roots.

Our strength as a community is also measured by our relationship with the beautiful island we call home. For many years, the Jewish Community of Cyprus has enjoyed a deep and fruitful relationship with the Cypriot people. We work closely with local partners and neighbors, built on a foundation of mutual respect and shared values. This spirit of cooperation is what makes our community programs so successful and our presence here so meaningful.

This work is only possible because of your support. Whether you attend a lecture, volunteer your time, or support our initiatives, you are a vital part of this journey. Together, we are ensuring that Jewish life in Cyprus continues to thrive and grow.

Wishing you all a season of health, growth, and togetherness.

Warmly,

Mr. Yaron Zeloof
Chairman, JCC Friends Association

13/05/2026

ENGLISH BELOW

Ο Αρχιραβίνος Άρι Ζέεβ Ράσκιν παρευρέθηκε χθες στο κέντρο αιμοδοσίας του Γενικού Νοσοκομείου Λάρνακας, μαζί με πολλά μέλη της Εβραϊκής Κοινότητας της Κύπρου.

Ο Ραβίνος Ράσκιν δήλωσε: "Όποιος σώζει μια ζωή, είναι σαν να σώζει έναν ολόκληρο κόσμο. Καλώ όλα τα μέλη της κοινότητας σε όλο το νησί να αφιερώσουν χρόνο για να δώσουν αίμα. Όποιος έχει τη δυνατότητα να προσφέρει, ας το πράξει."

Πού μπορείτε να δώσετε αίμα:
📍 Γενικό Νοσοκομείο Λάρνακας, 3ος όροφος (Νέα Πτέρυγα)
📞 Τηλέφωνο επικοινωνίας: +357 24800402
Ώρες Λειτουργίας:
🕒 Δευτέρα: 07:30 – 20:00
🕒 Τρίτη – Παρασκευή: 07:30 – 15:00

Chief Rabbi Arie Zeev Raskin was seen yesterday at the Larnaca General Hospital blood donation centre, joined by many members of the Jewish Community of Cyprus.

Rabbi Raskin shared a powerful message: "Whoever saves a life, it is considered as if he saved an entire world. I am calling upon all community members across the island to take the time and donate. To whoever is able to give blood—please do so."

Where to donate:
📍 Larnaca General Hospital, 3rd Floor (New Wing)
📞 Direct Phone: +357 24800402
Operating Hours:
🕒 Monday: 07:30 – 20:00
🕒 Tuesday – Friday: 07:30 – 15:00

08/05/2026

Η κοινότητά μας εργάζεται για μια πολύ σημαντική ανακαίνιση του Μικβέ στην Κύπρο — ενός ουσιαστικού και ιερού χώρου για την εβραϊκή ζωή, την οικογένεια και τη συνέχεια της κοινότητάς μας.

Συνεχίζουμε να δημοσιεύουμε και να μιλάμε για αυτό το έργο επειδή είναι πραγματικά πολύ σημαντικό για το μέλλον της κοινότητάς μας.

Με τη βοήθεια και τη στήριξη ανθρώπων που νοιάζονται, μπορούμε να κάνουμε αυτό το σημαντικό έργο πραγματικότητα. Κάθε προσφορά, μικρή ή μεγάλη, κάνει πραγματική διαφορά.

Σας προσκαλούμε να στηρίξετε αυτή την προσπάθεια και να μοιραστείτε το μήνυμα με φίλους και οικογένεια.

Για δωρεές και περισσότερες πληροφορίες:
https://app.comeunity.me/lard/el/f/6983/

Σας ευχαριστούμε θερμά για τη στήριξή σας στην εβραϊκή κοινότητα της Κύπρου.

03/05/2026

Can you help the Jewish Community of Cyprus?

Lag B’Omer is just 24 hours away

We urgently need to renovate our mikvah, can you help?

Mikvah Mei Menachem, the island’s first and longest-running mikvah. After many years of continuous use, the mikvah now requires urgent upgrades to continue serving the community properly.

Please consider making a contribution using this link. https://app.comeunity.me/lard/ru/f/6660/

Wishing you a bright and joyful Lag B'Omer

For nearly 20 years, the mikveh has served thousands of women from the local community and visitors, maintaining the highest standards of halacha, hygiene, and comfort. Today, due to natural wear and tear, and constant moisture, the mikveh requires urgent renovation. Structural damage, aging systems...

23/04/2026

20/04/2026

As Lag BaOmer approaches, preparations are underway across the Jewish Community of Cyprus to mark the day with the appropriate programs and gatherings.

The JCC Friends Association is proud to work alongside the community in supporting these efforts, helping ensure that the practical and communal needs around the holiday are met.

Our role, as always, is to partner in strengthening Jewish life in Cyprus, whether through holiday programming, infrastructure, or ongoing community support.

Lag BaOmer is one of many moments throughout the year where this partnership comes into focus, as the community continues to grow and develop.

We remain committed to supporting these efforts and to being part of the continued growth of Jewish life in Cyprus.

Mr Yaron Zeloof
Chairman of JCC Friends Association