RJCF - Russian Jewish Community Foundation
Russian Jewish Community Foundation (RJCF) is a grassroots all-volunteer charitable organization.
The RJCF mission is to preserve and enhance Jewish identity among Russian speaking Jews and to support Israel.

Bondi Beach – Our Hearts Are Broken
Our hearts are broken Our hearts are broken. We stand in deep sorrow and solidarity with the Jewish community after the horrific antisemitic terrorist attack at the Hanukkah celebration in Sydney’s Bondi Beach. What was meant to be a joyful gathering to celebrate the Festival of Lights turned into a scene of unimaginable tragedy, with at least 15 people killed and many more wounded.

Antisemitism in any form is abhorrent and has no place in our society. We are outraged that people were attacked simply for their faith and for coming together in peace.

To the families who lost loved ones and to all those injured—your pain is our pain. We send our deepest condolences, prayers, and support. May the memories of the deceased be for a blessing.

As a community, we stand united against antisemitism and all forms of hate.

Now is the time for compassion, action, and unwavering support for our Jewish neighbors and friends around the world.

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Thanksgiving – President’s address:

Lina Klebaner, RJCF President As we celebrate the season of gratitude, on behalf of the Board of Directors and as the President of the Russian Jewish Community Foundation, I sincerely and profoundly thank you for your continuing support.
Your generosity and commitment to our mission inspires people in our community, including our youth, and beyond. These are challenging times for the Jewish people throughout the world, but we are not wavering.
Thanks to you, RJCF can continue supporting our projects and staying true to our mission. Your support ensures we can move forward with resilience and strength.
Thank you for being part of this journey.
Lina Klebaner, President of Russian Jewish Community Foundation

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Am Israel Chai – the documentary series

Am Israel Chai The Ariel Project documentary series "Am Israel Chai," supported by RJCF for nearly two years, is growing rapidly. Many in the Jewish community view its message as vital — and want to help.
“Am Israel Chai” is more than a documentary. It is a declaration: The Jewish People Live.

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Club Z Launches Boston chapter
Club Z Launches Boston chapter Club Z Launches Boston chapter, thanks in part to RJCF Grant Club Z: Zionism for Teens has successfully launched its chapter in Boston! After a well-attended Ignite Event/Info session in May and a fun Ice Cream Social in September, over 24 teens have already enrolled in our Basic Training program — with more sign-ups expected. Feedback from Club Z Teens after their first educational session, which covered the subject of Jewish Peoplehood, was overwhelmingly positive. The Club Z community is looking forward to an amazing year filled with impactful learning sessions, inspiring speakers, and meaningful social & community events. If you would like to find out more about Club Z, please email at boston@clubz.org

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Camp Boston-Sderot 2025

Camp Sderot-Boston The 17th Annual Boston-Sderot Summer Camp opened its doors to 80 children of Sderot this summer. We reunited for another successful session of Camp Boston Sderot filled with laughter, learning, and many lasting memories. From the moment the bus pulled in through the gates, there was no doubt this year's camp would be something special. Our incredible group of counselors, made up of three young Americans and ten Israelis, joined as a team to make all 50 campers feel loved and included. It was truly inspiring to see our Israeli counselors, who grew up in the camp themselves, step confidently into their roles as leaders, modeling teamwork, compassion, and dedication for the younger participants.

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Summer Camp for war widows and orphans by Chabad’s Terror Victims Project (CTVP)
Chabad's Summer Camp in Israel Chabad’s Terror Victims Project run a summer camp for widows and orphans whose husbands and fathers have fallen in the war since October 7th. As the war has dragged on, more and more families’ lives have been shattered, more children have been traumatized by losing a parent in the horrendous battles in Gaza and in the north, or worse, become orphans. The CTVP Summer Camp of Hope and Healing is vital in bringing these children comfort they so badly need - it is a sanctuary of healing, strength, resilience, and Jewish pride for thousands of Israeli children. RJCF received a Thank You letter with a video from the organizers.

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