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Help Widows of Fallen IDF Heros

Widows of IDF soldiers have not just lost a husband, but their partner in raising their family. Your help means they’re not alone.

One Year Since October 7th

October 7th, 2024 marked a tragic milestone: one year since Hamas brutally attacked Israel, murdering over 1,200 people and changing countless lives forever

Since that horrific day, hundreds of thousands of Israeli reservists have left their families and careers behind to rejoin the IDF. They are fighting in Gaza, on the Lebanese border, and in Judea and Samaria to defend Israel and Jews and Christians worldwide.

But what’s often lost in the politics and statistics are the individuals whose lives have been shattered by this war.

Think of the families of the fallen soldiers. What happens to them?

One year later, they are struggling more than ever and urgently need your support.

The Ultimate Sacrifice

Rabbi Elisha (of blessed memory) and Hadas Lowenstern

Only a year ago, Hadas Lowenstern heard a knock at the door that would change her life forever.

It was a knock that every Israeli dreads. It was a knock that everyone who has a spouse in Gaza prays they don’t hear.

The three IDF officers at the door gently told her that Elisha, her husband of 13 years and father to their children, had been killed in battle.

Hadas was already caring for their six children and running her household on her own while her husband served in the reserves. But now, with her husband gone forever, she was truly alone.

How would she raise her six children, ranging from 12 years old to 10 months old, by herself?

A Sad Reality

They Lost More Than a Husband

Hadas Lowenstern’s story is tragically all too common in Israel. It’s the story of Sofia Chicheportiche and Neora Swid as well.

With 735 IDF casualties since October 7, 2023, this war’s devastation is felt in every home that now has an empty place at the table.

Hundreds of families are missing fathers, husbands, and breadwinners. And somehow, their widows and orphans must carry on and make ends meet.

Widows must raise families on their own without a sustainable income, a massive financial burden resting solely on their shoulders. Trips to the supermarket get expensive fast. A growing stack of utility bills that must be paid. Meanwhile, the car is on its last legs; what happens when it breaks down for good?

Help Widows

They’re Counting on Us

One year after the war began, the families of fallen soldiers need our help more than ever. These soldiers gave their lives to protect us; now it’s our turn to protect their widows and orphaned children. Their families are struggling, emotionally and financially, and they are looking to us for support. Nothing will replace their fallen husbands, but you can help relieve their financial burden.

IDF widows are the sole providers for their children. Their suffering and stress are unimaginable – and they need our help. They are counting on us to give them the financial support they need to take care of everything from bills and food to clothing and toys. Every dollar you give matters more than you can imagine.

IDF widows have lost their husbands and are now the sole providers for their children.

Real People

Their spouse fell in battle protecting us. Now it’s our turn to protect them.

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Give a Legacy Gift

Creating the Legacy You Wish to Leave Is One of the Most Effective Ways to Ensure a Lasting Impact.

*If fundraising for this project exceeds the financial needs of the project, Teach for Israel (israel365) reserves the right to use excess funds for its other charitable purposes.