Indeed, it's the only thing that ever has*

I think that some people look around the world and see obstacles and problems and despair. And others look around them and see challenges to be faced and overcome. Some people change the world every day.

There are lots of things you can do to help Israel right now. The best way is to donate to the annual campaign and the Israel Emergency Campaign – they help us support Israel’s most vulnerable, with trauma counseling, strengthening infrastructure, reinforcing volunteers and emergency support.

You can also show your creativity and inspiration. That’s what Maxine Schwartz has done. You can get her beautiful bracelets and help Israel at the same time. 100% of her profits go to the Israel Emergency Campaign. She’s raised over $18,000 from over 500 people.

If you want to be inspired by her impact, read the comments and reviews she receives too.

People like Maxine change the world and make it better. Every day.

The quote is by anthropologist and author Margaret Mead: "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has."

How to save the world

"Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world."
Harriet Tubman


We've always known that it takes one person to change the world, each in his or her own unique and important way. 
But sometimes it takes three sisters.

Mazal tov (congratulations) and Kol Hakavod (well done) to Ilyssa Maisano, Lori Ingber and Jennifer Zairi, on the upcoming third gala event for the Growing Hearts of Africa Foundation. Besides other worthy causes, much of the Foundation's generosity has gone to JDC's life-saving work in Ethiopia: building schools and supporting the life-saving work of JDC's Dr. Rick Hodes. Spines repaired, hearts healed, schools built ... lives changed.

The Joint is proud to have the Growing Hearts Foundation as a supporter of our work around the world. They've allowed us to respond to crises, man-made and natural, wherever they occur. 

Read about Ilyssa, Lori and Jennifer's work here, and if you want to see how philanthropic action can change lives, come to their amazing event on Saturday night, May 10th. 
Dr. Hodes will be the keynote speaker, and it will be a terrific opportunity to make a difference.