Tzedaka
Macy’s magnate Nathan Straus used his fortune to combat disease in New York and Mandatory Palestine
Unlike Rockefeller or Carnegie, Nathan Straus began to give his money away early on and was devoted to several significant philanthropic initiatives as he continued to build his major businesses.
On Purim, Jewish tradition tells us to give to anyone who asks, no questions required - opinion
Canvas for a cause: Art, music, and tzedakah in Jerusalem
Tzedakah: The happiness of giving instead of spending on ourselves - opinion
Books: 'The Secret Life of Gershon Burd'
The many generous acts of Gershon Burd were only unveiled when his life ended tragically early.
Grapevine Metro: Coming concerts
Metro Grapevine: Holiday Giving
News briefs from around Israel.
Activism through alcohol
Wine Wednesday goes global.
Pack it up
The IFCJ and local organizations team up to provide children with school knapsacks.
Raising Arrows: Charity with a happy heart
"I am thankful she not only gave her own things to another person whom she did not even know, but also gave them with a happy heart."
Getting the ‘tzedaka’ flowing
Israeli startup JGive wants to streamline charitable donations.
Extensional Judaism
Israelis rally to celebrate the release of ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’
Fans of franchise use occasion of new film's release to raise money for a good cause.
Helping children across boundaries
Bayit Ham and Akamasoa: Worlds apart, with similar goals