World Jewish Relief

12/06/2026

A great article in the The Jewish News on the impact of escalating attacks in Ukraine on Holocaust survivors and what World Jewish Relief is doing to support this.

World Jewish Relief says funds are urgently needed to help repair an estimated 1,000 damaged Jewish homes

08/06/2026

Lace up your trainers and join Team World Jewish Relief at the Community Fun Run 2026!

Running, jogging, walking, we don't mind. Just bring your friends, family and community and join us for a brilliant day, whilst raising money to support people around the world. See you there.

⏰ Sunday 21st June 2026
Sign up via the link below.

https://www.charityextra.com/maccabigbcommunityfunrun

04/06/2026

Join us online on 17th June for our Refugee Week conversation, “Rebuilding Lives: From Refuge to Opportunity”. We have a fantastic line-up of speakers including:

👉 Beth Oppenheim, Chief Executive Officer, HIAS
👉 Rabbi Menachem Creditor, Scholar-in-Residence, UJA-Federation of New York
👉 Janice Lopatkin MBE, Programme Director, World Jewish Relief
👉 David Weisberg, Executive Director, World Jewish Relief USA
👉 Participants connected to World Jewish Relief’s STEP programme

Together, we’ll explore how refugees move beyond immediate safety towards dignity, employment and rebuilding their lives, a hopeful and forward-looking discussion grounded in practical action and Jewish values.

Register today via the link below.

https://zoom.us/meeting/register/mv3qGio8TsKTKwbjYDyVjQ #/registration

Join World Jewish Relief for an important conversation exploring how refugees move beyond immediate safety toward dignity, employment, and the rebuilding of their lives. A timely and hopeful discussion rooted in practical action and Jewish values. Featuring: Beth Oppenheim, Chief Executive Officer,....

03/06/2026

We’re hiring! Join World Jewish Relief as our new Director of Technology.

We’re looking for a Director of Technology to transform the way we gather, manage and work with data across the organisation, reviewing and reshaping the core platforms that hold our donor, income, financial and people data.

Key information:

👉 Closing date: 17th June 2026
👉 Salary: £85,000
👉 Location: Hybrid between our office in NW2 and working from home
👉 Contract: Permanent

Head to the link below for more information:

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4422356615/

03/06/2026

People in Ukraine continue to face escalating strikes, with needs rising rapidly across the country. Two nights ago, Ukrainians saw over 600 drones and dozens of missiles striking towns and cities across the country.

Today, we’re holding an online briefing from one of our partners on the ground in Ukraine, who will provide a first-hand assessment of the current situation, along with how we can provide a lifeline to those in need. If you can, please do join us.

Wednesday 3rd June
5:00 PM BST (UK) | 12:00 PM ET | 9:00 AM PT

Our extended family in Ukraine is facing one of the most dangerous moments since the early days of the war. Last Sunday, a massive Russian attack damaged homes across Kyiv and destroyed critical infrastructure, part of a broader escalation that is leaving vulnerable civilians increasingly exposed an...

02/06/2026

Last night, families across Ukraine once again woke to air raid sirens, explosions and damage to homes and communities.

For millions of people, this uncertainty remains part of daily life.

One of World Jewish Relief’s staff members, Liubov Rainchuk, has been visiting our partners in Ukraine. She reflected:

“Last night’s attack was particularly intense. It was incredibly loud, frightening, and there was no way of knowing how it would end. You choose the safest place in your flat and wait, but there are no guarantees."

As attacks continue and needs grow, World Jewish Relief is there helping families restore a sense of safety and stability. With your support, we can continue helping people repair their homes and begin rebuilding their lives. Head to the article below to find out more.

Recent Russian attacks on Ukraine have left many within and beyond the Jewish community reeling. World Jewish Relief is providing support.

01/06/2026

“Since the age of twelve, I’ve felt a deep desire to help Holocaust survivors and their families in some meaningful way. Volunteering with the WJR archive team has given me that opportunity.”

This Volunteers’ Week, we’re celebrating the incredible archive volunteers who help preserve thousands of photographs, handwritten letters and historic documents held within our archives.

Sharone, one of our volunteers explains: “Each time I uncover a name or trace a family’s journey, it feels like I’m helping someone reclaim their history.”

Through their work, our volunteers help preserve the legacy of those supported by World Jewish Relief and our historic rescue programmes. Thank you to Sharon, Sharone, Michelle, Sarah, Alex, Tanya and Katherine, whose care and dedication help families reconnect with their histories and ensure these stories are never forgotten.

To find out more about our archives, head to the link in our bio.

https://www.worldjewishrelief.org/wjr-archives/

29/05/2026

After a recent Russian strike shattered the windows of Ryta's flat, Ryta and her family were left exposed to the elements, with extensive damage to the home they'd built over decades.

Living with dementia, the upheaval of leaving her home became overwhelming. Her daughter Natalia said the stress of the attack intensified her condition, and the family had no choice but to bring her back to the damaged flat despite the cold spring temperatures.

Through our repairs programme, in Ukraine, delivered with our local partner Всеукраїнський благодійний фонд "Заради тебе" we are helping vulnerable older people restore safety, warmth and dignity to their homes after attacks like these.

Because no one should have to live through this alone. To donate, head to the link below.

https://www.worldjewishrelief.org

26/05/2026

Fancy putting on your running shoes?

Join Team World Jewish Relief at the Maccabi GB Community Fun Run 2026.

Bring your friends and family to run, jog or walk with Team World Jewish Relief on Sunday 21 June 2026. Sign up via the link below.

https://www.charityextra.com/maccabigbcommunityfunrun