Every Jew in Ukraine, young and old, needs light and warmth this Chanukah!
Ten months of war has taken a toll physically, emotionally, and spiritually. JRNU rabbis, staff and volunteers are delivering 40,000 boxes of special Chanukah items: dreidels, coloring books and gelt for the kids, along with menorahs, chocolate and instruction books. In some cities public menorahs are being lit and community celebrations are held, and in other places families will celebrate alone or in small groups, with visitors from JRNU and the local Jewish community to add festivity, support and encouragement.
As a humanitarian organization, we must take care of people’s hearts and souls in addition to providing food, water, medicine and shelter. For some families, the Chanukah boxes are almost as important as the winter coats, flashlights and power banks! Adults and kids have endured unimaginable trauma for months on end--the joy on children’s faces when they receive the Chanukah packages lights rooms and brings warmth to everyone! Celebrating Chanukah as Jews have done for centuries allows Ukrainians to feel supported and connected to Jews around the world; it reminds them they are not alone or forgotten.
Please join us in continuing to support the Jews of Ukraine.
