Upcoming Events
RUN for their LIVES
Global run/walk event calling for the immediate release of all hostages held by Hamas. Please wear red to help bring and raise awareness of this situation.
Every Sunday | 10:00 am
Northgate Shopping Center (parking lot)
1159 Jericho Tpk.
Commack, NY
For any questions, contact run4livescommack@gmail.com
Mah Jongg & Canasta for a Cause: Israel
For many, many years there has been one constant that has brought us together – Mah Jongg & Canasta!
Join us for a night of social Mah Jongg, Canasta and other games to bring our community together to support Israel! Bring your friends, or come to meet others in our community! All games welcome.
Tuesday, November 28, 2023 | 7:00 pm
At Suffolk Y JCC
74 Hauppauge Rd.
Commack
#StandwithIsrael
#NoPlaceForHate
#GivingTuesday
$25 to play
100% of the money raised will be donated to Israel Relief.
BRIJE Hanukkah Fundraiser
In these critical times for Israel, we invite you to a special Hanukkah gala celebrating the Miracles of Life and Jewish Survival. Come eat, drink, dance and strengthen the bonds that make our community resilient.
Your participation matters. A portion of your ticket will support an Israeli charity of your choice, collectively decided during the event. Whether you attend or not, your contribution will make a difference, shaping a brighter future for our community and supporting vital causes in Israel. Together, as the Russian-speaking Jewish community, we have the power to make a meaningful impact. Let’s celebrate life, support Israel, and strengthen our unity.
Your tax-deductible ticket or donation will enrich our BRIJE programs. It will help us to offer more programming such as brain trivia games, guest speakers for adults, travel and learning experiences for teens, professional puppet shows and theater, heritage culinary classes, and music programs for young families, and more.
Join us in making a lasting impact!
Saturday, December 2, 2023 | 6:30 pm
Colbeh Restaurant
75 N. Station Plaza
Great Neck
Adults only. Limited spots available.
To Register, please
SYJCC and Friend Entertainment USA presents
Rock for Israel
Saturday, January 13, 2024 | 7:30 pm
At the SYJCC
74 Hauppauge Rd.
Commack, NY
Tickets $45
Shabbat B’yachad Across Suffolk
#LightupforShabbat
Help us participate in #LightForIsrael, a global Shabbat commemoration for the fallen and support Israel and the country’s people as they ensure the challenges of war.
Let the world know that movement wide, JCC’s Stand with Israel
#LightitupSuffolk
At this time of uncertainty and sadness, it is important for us all to unite together in strength and connection. The lighting of Shabbat candles brings with it a sense of calm and an opportunity to reset for all ages. Therefore, we are asking our Jewish Community, friends and neighbors across Suffolk County to commit to lighting Shabbat candles, as we stand with Israel.
Light your Shabbat candles and with a prayer for the State of Israel. We plan to continue this effort weekly, and hope you will do the same. Together we can make an impact, and together we can bring in the light.
Shabbat for the Hostages
ACTION: Ways you can help
DONATIONS
Israel Emergency Fund
UJA Federation New York is working to make emergency cash assistance for victims in Israel. Critically needed trauma counseling. Care for children in shelters. Burial expenses. Funds to relocate people to safer areas. The needs are without precedent and mounting every day.
By making a gift, you’re ensuring that we can strengthen these critical efforts in the days and weeks ahead. Please give as generously as possible.
Care Packages to Special Units of the Israel Defense Forces
Through the Ben Dror Family we will be securing donations to purchase and arrange for the shipment of care packages in support of IDF soldiers.
All packages will be distributed directly to special units of the IDF by Madison Aid.
These packages will be delivered directly through EL-AL Airlines from JFK Airport to Israel.
Each care package will include necessities such as underwear, undershirts, socks, and energy bars.
Donation Collection
Feedback from our country and reserve units emphasizes the immense significance of the donations we gather. We appreciate your generosity.
If you wish, we have established an emergency fund at RCFI that we would appreciate your help in distributing within your community. The funds go directly to the reserve units and the kibbutzim in the vicinity of Gaza.
ERAN Organization in Israel
The ERAN organization in Israel is a non-profit that has provided lifesaving emotional first aid services for over 50 years. ERAN offers initial response and emotional support FREE of charge, on the phone and online while maintaining strict confidentiality and anonymity. ERAN services are provided mostly by volunteers in Israel and are also supposed by volunteers on three additional continents. There is a large group of ERAN volunteers in New York, many of whom spend the last few nights on calls with hundreds of Israelis who need emotional support.
Since Saturday, and due to the dire situation in Israel the average number of calls that ERAN volunteers receive daily increase by more than 375% to 3,000 calls daily. Unfortunately, a couple of weeks ago, ERAN’s budget was cut by the Israeli government.
Please help keep this critical organization alive, especially during this time.
To donate, please
MYSHN – Mid-Island Youth Supporting and Helping our Neighbors
MYSHN is a teen philanthropy group at the Mid-Island Y JCC. In the wake of the terrorist attacks in Israel, this group is raising money for the UJA Emergency Israel Fund to support the people of Israel in the following ways:
Emergency cash assistance for victims of terror
Critically needed trauma counseling
Care for children in shelters
Burial expenses
Funds to relocate people to safer areas
Donate Today.
We Support Israel- lawn signs for sale
Show your support of Israel with a lawn sign available for purchase in the SYJCC and MIYJCC lobbies.
Suggested donation $10
100% of the proceeds go to Moshav Netiv HaAsara which was attached on October 7, 2023.
ACTION: Ways you can help
SHOW YOUR SUPPORT
We Must Be Crystal Clear: WE STAND WITH ISRAEL
In the wake this barbaric attack, President Biden made an important stand.
“In this moment, we must be crystal clear: We stand with Israel. We stand with Israel. And we will make sure Israel has what it needs to take care of its citizens, defend itself, and respond to this attack”.
Now, we need YOU to act. To thank President Biden for standing with Israel and ensure he continues to do so, please
#BlueRibbonsforIsrael Campaign
Join us in this campaign and wear a blue ribbon to support Israel. The blue ribbon symbolizes support and solidarity for the safe return of the hostages taken by Hamas terrorists in Israel and solidarity with the hostages, their families and all who care about their safety.
Wearing a blue ribbon publicly unites you with people of all religions, races, nationalities, ethnicities, ages, and generations which demonstrates for the people of Israel that they are not alone and good people across the globe are with them and their families during this dark time.
Send a powerful message of solidarity by wearing your ribbon.
EDUCATE- Stay Informed
CARE: Support Services
If you are feeling overwhelmed and the images are hard to process, we are HERE4YOU
Bereavement Group
Join Manetto Hill Jewish Center weekly confidential support group. Moderated by Rabbi Neil Schuman.
Mondays | 2:30-4:00 pm
Manetto Hill Jewish Center
244 Manetto Hill Rd.
Myths Vs. Facts…Answers to Hard Questions
Have you been struggling with how to respond to friends and colleagues about the war in Israel?
For more information on helpful resources, please
Discussions of Israel-Hamas War with Rabbi Donniel Hartman
Award-winning podcast draws its name from the concept of machloket l’shem shemayim, “disagreeing of the sake of heaven,” and is part of the Shalom Hartman Institute’s iEngage Project.
To View the Podcast, please
Nassau County Emotional Support:
Central Nassau Guidance & Counseling Services
Caitlin Roeder: 516-822-6111 x 2260
Intensive Services (ie: ongoing therapy and medication management):
950 South Oyster Bay Rd.
Tuesday | 9:00-10:30 am
Thursday | 2:30-4:00 pm
For information about our clinic and services, please
Suffolk County Emotional Support:
Family Service League Community Crisis Action Team
888-375-2228
This 24hr line is staffed by social workers that will provide emotional support at any hour. If you need counseling services they will connect you.
For Additional Support:
Jennifer Spielman, SYJCC Support Services Coordinator – 631-462-9800 x151, jspielman@syjcc.org
Show Our Love, Support and Compassion for Israel
Stand by Me
Educate- Stay Informed
“From the River to the Sea”
Praying for a Safe Return
Help spread the word and bring Omer home. #BringOmerHome
Omer has a dual residency in Israel and the United States and grew up loving both his homeland America and the land of Israel with passion.
To Learn more, please
To View Ronen and Orna’s interview with Anderson Cooper on CNN, please
