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Guests enjoyed an open bar with Hanukkah themed cocktails, a kosher Latke Bar and dessert table.

Thank you to Community Security Services for their support.

Together attendees spread light amid these dark times, and raised funds for JOIN Israel’s Emergency Response in Sderot, Ofakim, Netivot and Southern Israel. Providing terror victims will need psychological care, transportation, medicine, and other necessities, both immediately and in the long run. Their donation provided the vital resources needed to support these individuals and families during this difficult time.

Over 80 philanthropists gathered on November 14, 2023, for A Night of Solidarity and Jewish Deli Tasting at the 2nd Floor Bar & Essen above the 2nd Avenue Deli. The event served as a fundraiser for JOIN Israel’s Emergency Response.

The evening included performances by Israeli artist Natalie Shtabsky, a speech by Board of Director and Israeli-American Lauren Rieder, as well as addresses by Board President Bryan Weingarten and JOIN Israel’s Executive Director Stephen Bisk.

Guests also watched a solidarity video from Israel, featuring remarks by former Knesset Members Dov Lipman, Meir Sheetrit, and JOIN’s team on the front line.

The fundraiser was headlined by author June Hersh, who discussed her books “Iconic New York Jewish Food: A History and Guide with Recipes” and “Food, and Hope and Resilience: Authentic Recipes and Remarkable Stories from Holocaust Survivors.” Hersh generously donated all profits from book sales during the event to JOIN’s Emergency Response.

Special thanks were extended to Community Security Services, to the team at the 2^nd Avenue Deli, as well as sponsors Alex Edge + CO & Goodman Orthodontics.

JOIN Israel and Aspen Film hosted a sold-out screening of the documentary film Jews of the Wild West on Wednesday, August 23rd.

The film tells the story of the largely forgotten history of Jewish pioneers in the American West. It features interviews, archive footage, and historical photographs to tell the stories of these trailblazers.

The event began with a reception at Casterline | Goodman Contemporary Art Gallery.

There was a Q&A with the film maker and five-time Emmy award winner, Amanda Marshall Kinsey. As well as founder of The Temple Israel Foundation, William Korn. The panel was moderated by the Executive + Artistic Director of Aspen Film, Susan Wrubel.

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Open Bar | Kosher Dairy Hors D’oeuvres | Ages 21-39 | LOFT39 Speakeasy | 38 W 39th Street, NYC

Fundraiser for JOIN Literacy providing libraries and reading programs to disadvantaged elementary schools in Israel, for every $10 one book is donated on your behalf!

Support for the Young Leadership Chapter provided by the Keswin Family Foundation

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JOIN your host Dr. Melissa Sussman for Sunday Funday at Folo Holistic Penthouse!

Fight the Sunday scaries with a DJ, Kosher Wine & Beer, light hors d’oeuvres, and Wellness Services that can be purchased à la carte.

For an additional cost, you can experience salt caves, a sensory float, acupuncture, a dry float, or cupping therapy.

Proceeds from the fundraiser will go to providing First Aid & CPR certification and training for low income, at-risk high school students in Israel.

Sunday, April 16th | Flolo Holistic Penthouse

Hosted by Dr. Melissa Sussman

Fundraiser for JOIN Israel’s new initiative to provide CPR and first aid training to low income students in 7 high schools in southern Israel for 280 high school students!

Knowing how and when to provide medical care to someone who is hurt can make all the difference. Education and training will boost students’ confidence and help them become more comfortable in their skills to help save lives.

This training will spark the interest in our next generation of first responders, doctors, and medical professionals, all while providing the necessary tools to help lift themselves out of poverty.

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JOIN Israel supporters gathered to celebrate Israel’s 75th anniversary at a fundraiser sponsored by Wine Poacher and Eli Klein Gallery.

The event featured over 35 critically acclaimed kosher wines from around the world, live music, cheese pairings by The Cheese Guy, and contemporary art.

All proceeds benefited STEM education for at-risk middle school students.

The event was a great success, thanks to everyone who came out to support!