It’s been a joy to see our wonderful children thriving
Migdal Ohr UK
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It’s hard to believe that nine months have passed since the October 7th atrocities. In many ways, it feels like life has been on hold as we wait for all our hostages and soldiers to come home.
At Migdal Ohr, we have launched the 'Plan for Life' programme to support the 800+ orphans from October 7th. This programme provides both short- and long-term care tailored to their individual needs, ensuring they receive the support they deserve and need in order and rebuild their lives.
We are deeply moved by the success of our annual online match-funding campaign, Light Up An Orphan’s Heart, which raised an incredible ￡825,000. Our heartfelt thanks go out to our generous donors and supporters who have made it possible to start healing and rebuilding these children's lives, offering them renewed hope for their futures.
As we enter the summer, our facilities have been filled with fun activities and outings for our children and youth. From water sports and day camps to Master Chef cooking challenges and paintballing, it’s been a joy to see our wonderful children thriving, especially after the hardships of the past months and all is thanks to your generosity!
Let’s continue to pray together for a more peaceful remainder of the year.
Am Israel Chai!
From Sunday, 16th June, to Monday, 17th June, something truly magical happened for the 800+ orphans affected by the atrocities of October 7th. Migdal Ohr UK held our “Light Up An Orphan’s Heart Campaign,” an extraordinary 36-hour online fundraising event. With the unwavering support of more than 555 generous donors and the incredible efforts of 40 dedicated teams, the event exceeded all our expectations. A staggering ￡825,000 was raised to support these orphans through Migdal Ohr’s new programme called “Plan For Life.” All the money raised will allow us to allocate the funds in a way that will change their lives.
On Sunday, 23 June, we hosted an exclusive, private viewing of David Breuer-Weil’s “This Time” exhibition in Grosvenor Square. This evocative exhibition by renowned artist David Breuer-Weil offered a profound reflection on the atrocities of October 7th, serving as a poignant mirror of our age. This event stood as a beacon of gratitude to our most valued donors, trustees, committees, and global team members for their ongoing support of our gift-matching campaign, Light Up an Orphan’s Heart.
We were honoured to welcome a surprise and esteemed guest, Netanel Sharf, Migdal Ohr’s Alumni and one of our success stories, to our recent event. Netanel came to Migdal Ohr as a child, where his love for music and singing flourished. Guests had the opportunity to experience Netanel as he soulfully sang “Am Israel Chai” and other beautiful songs. It was a wonderful experience, with the entire audience joining in, arm-in-arm, dancing in unity for Israel. There was a very strong sense of Am Israel Chai in London.
In this exclusive interview with The Times of Israel, Amit Fraser, Migdal Ohr UK's Executive Director, shares the genesis of the beneficent work done by Migdal Ohr and how she mobilises life-saving fundraising endeavours within the UK for the various facilities in Israel.
As our special girls from Pninat Ohr School and Orot B’Emek School turn 13 and celebrate their Bat Mitzvahs, our different facilities created special celebrations to mark this joyous milestone. Discover more about our Bat Mitzvah Twinning Programme here.
Migdal Ohr has launched the unique Orphans’ Plan for Life’ programme, which aims to provide these orphans with a structured support system from childhood to adulthood, offering vital immediate and long-term aid, tailored to each child's individual needs through critical life stages. By addressing immediate needs and investing in the long-term development of each child, Migdal Ohr is committed to fostering their growth, healing, and opportunity in the face of adversity.
Migdal Ohr has established an ongoing fund dedicated to supporting the needs of newly orphaned children and victims of recent massacres. Leveraging over 50 years of experience in aiding families in crisis, Migdal Ohr, led by The Rabbi Grossman has effectively protected traumatised families from overexposure. This support helps these families manage their current situation and plan for the future.
As the school year draws to a close, Metivta has been bustling with excitement. A highlight was the Mishpachonim Master Chef event, where students showcased their culinary skills in a friendly competition. This event beautifully reminded us of the importance of fostering creativity and practical skills, highlighting the joy of community and celebrating achievements. We are grateful for our students' dedication and the community's support as we reflect on this successful event.
Congratulations to our graduating class of young men from Zoharim Youth Village who have grown into empowered and inspired leaders. When they arrived, the majority of them were living on the streets or kicked out of home, aimless where to go. It's mind-blowing to see how the love, guidance and acceptance from Migdal Ohr has renewed their sense of purpose for these young men-at-risk. We wish them all the best as they enlist into the IDF or start their onward journeys.
Each of our foster families look after twelve children and teenagers. They all live together, where the foster carers provide practical and emotional support to those children in order to help them thrive and build the skills that they would require for adulthood.
Our Bridal Fund Programme helps alumni couples in Israel who do not have the means for even a modest wedding. Covering these expenses helps to alleviate some of the burdens imposed on these young brides-to-be, and our young couples can begin a new life without any additional stress.
Our children are our #1 priority at Migdal Ohr, and they rely on us each and every day. No matter what is happening, we cannot lose focus. With over 12,000 children (including orphans and those at risk) who have faced adversity in need of our services, our mission is essential more than ever. Your support is a lifeline, a promise, and a testament to the boundless potential within every Israeli child in need.