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Tali Harouti-Sover
Published: 17.08.06, 14:30
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1. Funds for post-war needs-
Laura ,   USA   (08.17.06)
Let's hope all funds are well handled with strict over-sight ,so they aren't squandered and misappropriated. Also, why is Bank Leumi only giving $2m? Shame on the board. The IDF should be given everything possible by the government-whatever they need. In the US a radio talkshow host has been holding concerts to raise money for scholarships for college for all of the children of the fallen . The two new billionaires in Israel should be setting up all kinds of services for those injured and left homeless in the North and the South. They should be establishing a center completely outfitted for injured soldiers and their lifetime needs. I think, these last years of the socalled "peace" initiatives that have left the country so terribly vulnerable, have served the few, who have attained and grown great wealth.Therefore, those that have sacrificed, lost their homes and livelihoods in Gaza, due to the insistence of pursuing a horribly unrealistic policy,with devastating results, should reach deeply into their fortunate profits of the last years and give, give, give. It is difficult and wrong to see Peres come to the States asking for money when there are, now, many millionaires and billionaires in Israel. In fact, this devastation presents an opportunity for the Jewish ethic of Tzadakah to be instituted in the Israeli psyche.It has been lost. I don't see the Peres Peace Center 's donation, nor PM Olmert's, nor Barak, who has done so marvelously since abandoning the Lebanese border. Where is Koors'? Someone could post a list of individual , corporate, and high-tech business donors. That would be helpful to those of us in the Diaspora, since there are so many solicitations coming at us, and Israel Bonds have resurfaced. Why, for instance, is a 'tent city' being set up.How degrading! Think, first of the soldiers but also,the children and elderly ,who, by the way, WON those past wars, put a pretty decent country together from rocks and swamps, and established a country.You all owe them. Please, use an approach of the dignity of each person. As Pablo Casals used to say to his orchestra when he wanted them to play music- to dig and to play from the heart- "Play Jewish!" In these efforts there are countless opportunities to "act Jewish! " With all of the talent and intelligence in Israel countless ideas can be realized. Let's read uplifting stories that can make us proud once again. Where's the World Bank and Mr. Wolfensohn? Or are they so busy collecting for the Palestinians, still?
2. WOW!! Simply stunning!
Proud ,   Israel   (08.17.06)
We really ARE special people. Might be nice if Suha donated some as well from her bank account in Tel Aviv.
3. Why no international aid for Israel?
Larry ,   Eastbourne, UK   (08.17.06)
It is absolutely scandalous and outrageous that the UN resolution provides for aid to the aggressor state Lebanon but no aid whatsoever to Israel.
4. No, no, no
Chanan ,   Jerusalem   (08.17.06)
Return all the money now, it is the government that caused this balagan so they must fit the bill. Olmert and his government must be fired and never allowed to serve any political interests in our country again. You cant ask someone else to pay for your mistakes.
5. Another - Operation Northern Lights
Maaleh Adumim Proj.   (08.17.06)
Detailed at http://www.urbanisrael.com/northernpoints.htm Another great - direct aid endeavor made possible by the Moskowitz family of Miami Beach and Congregation Nachalat Yehuda in Maaleh Adumim
6. and another: Keren Ezra L'Tzafon
keren ezra ,   latzafon   (08.18.06)
Please check www.kerenezra.org "By the North - For the North" Donations serve a dual charitable purpose: supporting those whose income was cut off and providing individuals with basic needs. This is a fantastic opportunity for direct action where the recipients will receive immediate benefit, with ZERO administration cost. www.kerenezra.org
7. Fund
Leon ,   Grand Rapids U S A   (08.18.06)
8. Funds Raised in U. S.
Leon ,   Grand Rapids U S A   (08.18.06)
And it took us less than two weeks to raise this money on an emergency basis. No questions, no commitments or pledges. Immediate reaction. I'm truly proud !
9. Hey Chanan....
Leon ,   Grand Rapids U S A   (08.18.06)
You want Israeli taxpayers to pay??? Don't forget you're one of them. I agree that Ohlmert and company made mistakes, but why should the Israeli public pay for it ?
10. Check the link ... very important article !!!!
dan ,   Jerusalim   (08.19.06)
I CAN REALLY UNDERSTAND THE ENVY AND JELOUSY OF ALL OUT THERE ... YOUR PLAN WAS TO DESTROY OUR INFRASTRUCTURE AND CIVILIAN HOUSES SO THAT HA WILL LOSE THEIR SUPPORT AND ADMIRATION OF LEBANESE PEOPLE ... WELLLL THINKKKK AGAINNNNN YOU HAVE FAILED!!!!! Its not about money you Morons... if you watch lebanese or Aljazeera TV you could have seen people who lost children, family members etc... and they came out of rubbles to support HA ... you know why cause HA are defenders of the country and fighting tirrany ... Your the Aggressors and were the ones fighting with our morales, faith and Right .READ THIS ARTICLE IN NEW YORK TIMES REQUESTING AID OF HA TO ASSISST IN CONTRUCTION OF WTC AND NEW ORLEANS http://news.yahoo.com/s/ucru/20060817/cm_ucru/ifpeoplegethelptheterroristshavewon
11. US NEEDS HELP FROM HA FOR RECONSTRUCTION :p
fadi ,   lebanon   (08.18.06)
I CAN REALLY UNDERSTAND THE ENVY AND JELOUSY OF ALL OUT THERE ... YOUR PLAN WAS TO DESTROY OUR INFRASTRUCTURE AND CIVILIAN HOUSES SO THAT HA WILL LOSE THEIR SUPPORT AND ADMIRATION OF LEBANESE PEOPLE ... WELLLL THINKKKK AGAINNNNN YOU HAVE FAILED!!!!! Its not about money you Morons... if you watch lebanese or Aljazeera TV you could have seen people who lost children, family members etc... and they came out of rubbles to support HA ... you know why cause HA are defenders of the country and fighting tirrany ... Your the Aggressors and were the ones fighting with our morales, faith and Right .READ THIS ARTICLE IN NEW YORK TIMES REQUESTING AID OF HA TO ASSISST IN CONTRUCTION OF WTC AND NEW ORLEANS http://news.yahoo.com/s/ucru/20060817/cm_ucru/ifpeoplegethelptheterroristshavewon
12. MR. GADAMAK YA LUB LUB
GRATEFUL IN HAIFA ,   ISRAEL   (08.18.06)
I DID NOT GET TO SEE UR TENT IN PERSON..BUT SAW WHAT U DID ON TELEVISION... THANK U SIR..U ARE TRULY A GREAT MAN, A KIND MAN..THANK U FOR DOING FOR THE PEOPLE WHAT THE GOVERNMENT DID NOT ...GOD BLESS U..
13. TO ALL FUNDRAISERS THANK U
OUT OF THE SHELTERS ,   HAIFA   (08.18.06)
THANK U FOR HELPING US OUT HERE IN THE NORTH..I AM PRESENTLY UNEMPLOYED AND AM BESIDES MYSELF SIMPLY BECAUSE I CANNOT AFFORD TO DONTATE ON A GRAND SCALE..SO I WILL TAKE MY FAMILY UP NORTH TOMORROW AND SPEND A DAY WITH THEM IN SOLIDARITY WITH THE FAMILIES..AND MAYBE A LITTLE BIT OF OUR MONEY SPENT THRUOUT THE DAY WILL HELP IN A SMALL WAY..WE LOVE YA'ALL!! THANKS
14. #9
Chanan ,   Jerusalem   (08.19.06)
Hey Leon, In the same light why should Americans and the rest of the Jewish community have to pay, this is the lesson the tax-payer and voters have to learn, if it comes at a price of spending some of the $27 billion reserves then so be it. It is not a case that the government has no means, indeed they have more than enough. So its time that we Israelis stop our blatant miser ways and vote out this government, pay for their mistakes, apologize to Jews around the world, and set a new order. Shavuah Tov.
15. tzedaka & tithing money
johanna ,   tsfat   (08.19.06)
as someone who has just come back home, after having to leave due to ketyushas etc... its great to see that so many people are donating. It would also be good if people would commit themselves to giving regular tzedaka money... there is an obligation in jewish law to tithe 10% of your income.... it can be to poorer members of your family, friends, charity organisations etc...in any combination. it also says that if you do tithe your money as soon as you receive it, you will not lose out...ie you get back more than you give...or at least that is what i understand. anyway.. thanks again to all the doners out there.
16. Money to our brothers and sisters...
Matthew ,   U.S.A.   (08.20.06)
To all of you who gave their time and money to Israel...thank you. It is amazing the difference between the muslims and Jews. Jews give money to help their brothers and sisters in times of crisis. Muslims give money to assist in the death of Israelis, Jews abroad and the West.
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