Joint Israel

Programs

1. Emergency servicesIn recent years, the State of Israel and Israeli society have faced numerous crises: the Covid-19 pandemic, military operations, social upheaval and public protests, and, since October 2023, the Iron Swords War. This war is significantly different in its scale and impact from previous wars that Israel has experienced, especially the need to provide emergency services to large swaths of the Israeli population, especially the most vulnerable. In 2024, we achieved this goal through two main strategies:(See Sched O)A) Immediate relief initiatives, related to the target populations of each JDC Israel division, to be applied during the first stage of humanitarian response- Command Center Preparedness: formation of a sustainable technological and organizational infrastructure that enabled Northern Israel's organizations, war rooms, and communities to synchronize and coordinate aid. - Caseworkers: a network of professionals deployed in municipalities throughout Israel. Caseworkers provided community support in collaboration with local social service departments. Caseworkers locate people who lack a supportive social network, offer immediate emotional assistance, and…

   $20,323,000 spentof which $12,661,893 as grants
   19% of program spending

2. Workforce Integration and ProductivityThe war decimated businesses and put tens of thousands including evacuees and injured soldiers - out of work. Statistics show that if these newly unemployed people don't rejoin the workforce within two years, their chances of ever doing so are close to zero.In the devastating first months of the war JDC ensured that small Israeli businesses remained solvent. In 2024, we helped Israelis get back to work. The strategic assistance we provide through today means thousands of Israelis will have an income tomorrow. - Support for Small Businesses JDC offered 3,000 farms and small businesses the boost they needed to remain viable. (see Sched. O) Aid included small grants, consultations and networking assistance, retail space in malls, an online "Pay Now, Receive Later" program, marketing assistance, and pairing small farms with volunteers and business mentors. - Employment Programs: JDC helped over 13,00013,000 jobseekers including reservists, evacuees, and injured soldiers get back on track to employment through skills training and job placement assistance. The Employment Rehab reaches participants as soon after their trauma or injury as possible,…

   $19,786,000 spentof which $4,797,159 as grants
   19% of program spending

3. Public System Efficiency and Effectiveness JDC has been at the forefront of strengthening Israel's public systems, working to ensure that all residents can access the public services they need to thrive. Through partnerships with government ministries, local authorities, civil society organizations and the business sector, we tackle system-wide challenges and transform them into opportunities for meaningful impact.Our work focuses on modernizing government operations, promoting digital transformation, advancing equity through improved resource utilization, and building stronger connections between national and local leadership. We run comprehensive professional (See Sched. O) development programs, create innovative data-driven solutions, and build professional alumni networks spanning over 800 senior public servants committed to improving Israel's public service infrastructure. Among our most prominent programs in 2024:- Northern Initiative: JDC Elka's Northern Initiative, in formal partnership with the GOI and its new Tenufa Letzafon bureau, supported 24 municipalities with hands-on project management, planning expertise, and strategic guidance. JDC embedded professionals in each…

   $17,151,000 spentof which $6,417,920 as grants
   16% of program spending

4. Mental Health Crisis Response The horrors and strain of the ongoing war led to a mental health crisis affecting over half the country. And as the conflict dragged on, growing numbers of Israelis have been feeling the strain. At the same time, mild mental health symptoms have grown into serious mental illness. In 2024, JDC continued to respond with solutions to help Israelis of all ages, from the young children dealing with intense trauma, to adults at risk of falling through the cracks of Israel's overburdened mental health system. As millions struggle with emotional distress, overwhelming the country's ability to respond, JDC began revolutionizing Israel's mental health system by expanding it beyond traditional one on one therapy, to include a wide range of new treatment models and mental health solutions. - Psychological First Aid: 65% of Israelis in mental distress are not aware of their condition and don't seek assistance. The sooner these needs are treated, the less likely their condition will escalate into serious mental illness. JDC trained and continues to train public service providers police officers, HR departments, health clinic staff in early detection, helping them…

   $49,418,000 spentof which $15,439,269 as grants
   46% of program spending

The 4 programs described on its FY2024 Form 990, listed largest first by expense. Program spending in total: $106,678,000.