'We mobilized immediately – every minute counts'
With Iranian missiles hitting Israeli cities, the UJA Federation of New York decided to assist affected cities through financial support, mental resilience strengthening and community rehabilitation. "It was clear there was an unprecedented event here requiring rapid mobilization," says the Federation's Director General in Israel, Itzhak Shmuli, "we are fulfilling our greatest commitment." Tzvika Brot, mayor of Bat Yam, which also received assistance following the extensive destruction: "They don't donate, they invest in Israel's future, in our children's future."









