The Torah places special emphasis on widows and orphans.
Which is why they are our #1 priority
Widows and Orphans
Colel Chabad takes a holistic approach to the needs of widows and orphans. Food? Of course. But also Big Brother and Sister programs, private tutoring, music lessons, psychotherapy, Bar/Bat Mitzvah celebrations, subsidized weddings, separate weekend retreats for mothers and children — nothing is overlooked because when there’s no father someone has to step up to the plate.
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Parashat Devarim Torah portion: Devarim (Deuteronomy 1:1-3:22) This week’s Torah portion begins the fifth book of the Torah, Deuteronomy, with Moses addressing the Israelites before they enter the Promised Land. Moses recounts their

After-School Programs
Colel Chabad’s mission continues beyond daycare. We run after-school programs for children aged 6-12 to assist those grappling with socialization challenges, academic hurdles, or tumultuous home life.
Medical Services
Dental care, degenerative diseases chronic care — Colel Chabad fills the gaps for Israel’s poor. DONATE NOW Medical Services From dental care to medical care for chronic and degenerative diseases, Colel Chabad fills

Dental Clinics
Colel Chabad’s nine dental clinics empower thousands of impoverished and near-impoverished Israelis to receive cutting-edge dental care at deeply subsidized prices.

The Finger Residence Hall
Colel Chabad’s Finger MS Center in Jerusalem is at the global forefront of therapy and rehabilitation for victims of Multiple Sclerosis, Cerebral Palsy, and other degenerative neurological disorders.

Grabski Medical Center
Colel Chabad’s Grabski Medical Center in Safed is a full-service medical clinic offering primary care support to families in one of Israel’s poorest cities. Our center’s pediatric wing serves the area’s large juvenile population.
Widows and Orphans
The Torah places special emphasis on widows and orphans. Which is why they are our #1 priority DONATE NOW Widows and Orphans Charity Jewish widows and orphans face some of the most difficult

Chesed Menachem Mendel Orphan Intervention
Chesed Menachem Mendel is the first Chabad charity initiative of its kind, designed to help fatherless children succeed socially and academically through individualized intervention, mentoring, and emotional support.

Mass Bar & Bat Mitzvah for Orphans
Non-profit fundraising endeavors enable us to organize massive Bar and Bat Mitzvah celebrations in Jerusalem for orphaned boys and girls every year.

Big Brother/Big Sister Program
This initiative ensures youth and adolescents from financially challenged backgrounds have mentorship and guardianship, aiding their academic and personal growth. This Jewish charity organization initiative pairs at-risk children with dedicated adult mentors to provide them with support, guidance, and companionship.

Daycare Centers
These havens, meant specifically for infants and toddlers, are especially vital for young widows and underprivileged working mothers seeking quality childcare. In the Larissa Blavatnik Network of daycare centers, there are currently 16 strategic locations throughout Israel, serving nearly 1000 children.
Childcare
A growing network of daycare centers means love for the children and peace of mind for their working moms. DONATE NOW Childcare The streets of Israel echo with the laughter and chatter of

Weddings for the Needy
Colel Chabad subsidizes 420 weddings for young couples who face the risk of debt every year. Our Israeli charity manages two elegant wedding halls that serve as a dignified setting in which couples can begin their new lives together.

Home
Under Attack: Civilians need food delivered to shelters. Colel Chabad is part of Israel’s emergency response team. We are your ambassador on the front line. Our responsibility is to deliver tens of thousands

Immigrant Programs
Immigrant programs are one of many Jewish charity initiatives we undertake in an effort to support our brothers and sisters in Israel. We offer newcomers assistance with everything from housing, employment, and schooling to language learning and vocational training.

Home Heating
Most homes in Israel do not have central heating. The winter months are an unbearable hardship for those living in poverty without access to supplemental heating sources. Colel Chabad’s home heating program provides families with resources to stay warm throughout the year’s coldest days.

Hospital Programs for children
Colel Chabad is one of few Israeli charitable organizations with multiple programs for ill children. We understand the unique plight faced by families with hospitalized children—we are proud to offer them Chanukah and summer camp packages and periodic visits to their bedsides.

Summer Camps
For children without father figures or those from families that struggle financially, the opportunity to take part in something like summer camp can be life-changing. We are proud to offer hundreds of children access to quality summer camp experiences each year.

Colel Chabad Interest-Free Loans
The goal of Colel Chabad is to help empower communities by providing access to financial resources without the burden of interest or fees. Through this program, individuals receive the support they need to acquire new skills, open a small business, purchase a home, or simply make ends meet.

Scholarships
Colel Chabad offers scholarships to help those who have limited resources or need assistance in attending college or university. It’s our goal to support young Jews of all backgrounds as they move to pursue the opportunities that come with higher education.
What we've accomplished with your help:
Colel Chabad is the only organization which takes a holistic approach to the needs of widows and orphans. Of course food security comes first and foremost. But often it is not just, or not even, food that is the problem. Widows and orphaned children encounter enormous social barriers, issues with depression, poor schoolwork and a sense of isolation. Colel Chabad addresses all of these issues on a case by case basis.
What is still left to do:
There is so much more we can do, both in terms of reaching and assisting more widowed families, and in what we are doing for the children themselves. In particular, the cost of psychotherapy, music lessons and summer camp is very high, yet there is little or no volume discount. We need your help in delivering these vital programs to Israel’s most vulnerable children.