PFC News Supporting philanthropy’s response to the Israel-Hamas War 2023 Jean-Marc Mangin PFC News 3 mins read Oct 25, 2023 News & Insights PFC News Supporting philanthropy’s response to the Israel-Hamas War 2023 October 24, 2023 From Jean-Marc Mangin, President & CEO, Philanthropic Foundations Canada Thousands have been killed and hundreds of thousands have been displaced in Israel, Gaza and neighbouring regions since October 7, 2023. The terrorist attacks and the on-going war have had, and will continue to have, a profound and devastating impact on millions of innocent people. The loss of life and the horrific footage and firsthand accounts of acts of extreme violence against civilians and children violate international humanitarian law and universal moral tenets. Also, amid quickly spreading news, as well as misinformation, this conflict is exacerbating antisemitism, Islamophobia, and political divisions in communities across Canada and around the world. The PFC network is comprised of people from diverse backgrounds with diverse perspectives, and we know that these tragic events impact many directly and deeply. Our thoughts are with all who have lost loved ones, those who have loved ones missing or at-risk, and those who are suffering or fearful – though we know that words at a time like this are poor consolation. One role philanthropy can play is in supporting the humanitarian imperative, across nationality, creed, and politics. PFC is sharing related funding opportunities that are recommended by members of our network, to help inform and support responses to the unfolding humanitarian emergency. This page will be updated as additional recommendations are shared with us. As always, please get in touch with me directly with any questions. Jean-Marc Resources: Canadahelps: Israel-Hamas Humanitarian Relief Canadian Friends of Givat HavivaGivat Haviva is dedicated to promoting mutual responsibility, civic equality and cooperation between divided groups in Israel as the foundation for building a shared future and shared society. Canadian Friends of Peace NowCanadian Friends of Peace Now is a partner organization to Israel’s Peace Now (Shalom Achshav), working to raise awareness in Canada of the need for a viable and durable solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Canadian Red Cross, supporting the Red Cross Red Crescent Movement: Middle East Humanitarian Crisis Appeal Haggar SchoolThe only integrated, bilingual educational institution for Jewish and Arab residents in the south of Israel. Donations through Federation CJA Hand in Hand: Center for Jewish-Arab Education in IsraelIsrael’s largest network of bilingual, multicultural Jewish-Arab schoolsDonations through Jerusalem Foundation of Canada Humanitarian Coalition: Gaza Humanitarian EmergencyThe Humanitarian Coalition brings together leading aid organizations to provide Canadians with a simple and effective way to help during international humanitarian disasters. Action Against Hunger Canadian Foodgrains Bank Canadian Lutheran World Relief Care Doctors of the World Humanity & Inclusion Islamic Relief Canada Oxfam Canada Oxfam Québec (French only) Plan International Save the Children World Vision PLEDJ – Promoting Leadership for Empowerment Development & JusticeBased in Montreal, led by Bedouin leader and activist Dr. Amal Elsana, PLEDJ integrates academic expertise and best practices developed with communities to improve the lives of indigenous and marginalized people in the Global South, particularly North America and WANA (the region of Western Africa and North Africa). Share This Article Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email
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