Standing with Israel & Her Neighbors: A Prophetic Call to Compassion and Lasting Support

Standing with Israel & Her Neighbors: In a world fraught with uncertainty, one truth remains unshakable–we are called to bless Israel and Her Neighbors, and to do so now. The Bible promises, “I will bless those who bless you” (Genesis 12:3) – a pledge that giving to bless Israel comes with God’s own favor. Today, that call is more urgent than ever. The Middle East sits at a historic inflection point: “Wars, peace negotiations, and spiritual hunger are colliding all at once,” notes Joel C. Rosenberg.

From sudden conflicts that send families racing to bomb shelters to never before seen spiritual revival across the region, the signs of the times are clear. 

Now is the time to turn faith into action, marrying deep compassion with wise long-term commitment. In the face of darkness and uncertainty, your generosity can be a beacon of light.

Compassion in Action: Blessing Israel & Her Neighbors Now

Every day, real people in Israel and the neighboring nations are in desperate need, and by God’s grace, your support directly meets those needs. Consider that more than one in five Israelis lives in poverty – including Jews and Arabs alike.

This means countless families struggle to put food on the table. In conflict zones and poverty-stricken communities, the suffering is great. We serve: elderly Holocaust survivors; persons displaced by rocket attacks who would be shivering alone; single mothers unsure how they’ll feed their children; pastors laboring under persecution; refugees and orphans with nowhere to turn. 

We cannot simply say “be warm and well fed” without taking action (James 2:15–16). That is why The Joshua Fund partners with local believers to deliver tangible relief in the name of Jesus. 

Through your prayers and gifts, hope is reaching the Epicenter’s most vulnerable.

Since our founding in 2006, The Joshua Fund has invested millions of dollars to bless “Holocaust survivors, the elderly, single mothers, homeless people, widows, orphans, and other poor and needy Jews, Muslims, and Christians in the Epicenter.” 

Working hand-in-hand with local ministries we trust, our team in Israel provides food to over 20 distribution centers. They are serving more than 2,100 families every month. In partnership with congregations on the ground, we stock and deliver monthly food packages throughout the Land, ensuring that those in poverty receive nourishment and know they are loved. This is “sharing the love of God by first showing the love of God” in action.

We see the impact in lives changing. Picture a father in Israel who had lost his job in a time of upheaval. He enters a Joshua Fund-supported center and receives a box of groceries to feed his family, along with a word of encouragement. Imagine a young mother in a neighboring country, once hopeless after conflict displaced her, now cradling her healthy newborn because believers provided prenatal care and baby supplies.

These stories are made possible by friends like you. As one field partner reminds us, “Suppose a brother or sister is without clothes or daily food… If one of you says, ‘Go in peace; keep warm and well fed,’ but does nothing about his physical needs, what good is it?” 

Love must be demonstrated in deeds. 

Crucially, your generosity also provides rapid aid in crises. When war or disaster strikes, The Joshua Fund activates a Rapid Response Fund to rush help to those in the crossfire. Recently, when a sudden conflict erupted, Israeli families huddled in bomb shelters as missiles rained down – again and again they ran for cover, praying for protection and bracing for news of casualties. Yet even in the chaos, God’s people responded. “

With The Joshua Fund’s support, local volunteers delivered food, blankets, and medical kits to affected communities. Thanks to the unwavering support of donors worldwide, we’ve strategically allocated over $2.6 million in emergency aid since October 7 to care for those impacted by the crisis. In the midst of “unimaginable fear, trauma, and loss,” your compassion has enabled critical relief.

This is what it means to be “standing with Israel and Her Neighbors” in practical love. We mourn with those who mourn and extend help to the hurting – whether Jewish or Arab, Israeli or Palestinian. Jesus “loved the Jews, but He also loved Samaritans, Gentiles… We must not neglect our neighbors” on the other side of the border. In fact, more Jews and more Muslims are coming to faith in Jesus Christ now than at any other time in history. “

Through your giving, you are not only feeding the hungry and healing the wounds of war, but also helping to open hearts to the gospel. Lives are transforming both physically and spiritually.

The Power of Lasting Support: Why Become a Monthly Partner?

As we focus on immediate needs, we also look to the long haul. Lasting change in the Epicenter requires sustained commitment. That’s why we invite you to become a monthly partner in this mission. By setting up a recurring gift, you become what we call an “Epicenter Ally.” This is someone who stands alongside us every step of the way. To bless Israel and Her Neighbors now and in the future. 

Research shows that recurring giving multiplies impact. A recent study found that the average recurring donor continues giving for over eight years. This is far longer than one-time givers (who average under two years). In practical terms, a monthly supporter contributes many times more over their donor “lifetime,” empowering far greater ministry.

Even at a modest level, your steady gifts add up significantly. For instance, the average recurring donor gives about $949 per year. This is over $7,600 total if they sustain support for 8 years. Just think of how many lives you can impact with that level of generosity. It’s no wonder recurring donors are some of the most active and consistent supporters. They often go on to do even more (volunteering, advocating, making additional gifts).

By joining this committed group, you amplify your influence for the Kingdom. 

Why is a monthly gift so powerful?

Consistency. Your recurring donation provides stable funding, allowing The Joshua Fund to plan wisely and respond to emergencies instantly. They sustain long-term projects that one-time gifts alone could not. Standing with Israel and Her Neighbors: Rather than worrying about resources being available each month. Our teams on the ground know they can count on your pledge of support. You are standing with Israel & Her Neighbors.

This means hungry families receive food every month, not just once. Pastors and congregations can count on ongoing training and encouragement. And, when the next crisis erupts, aid can be deployed without delay. Your giving literally fuels our capacity to “be there” whenever and wherever needs arise. 

Moreover, a recurring gift is often more feasible for you as a donor while being more impactful over time. Fundraising experts observe that “a recurring donation is of tremendous value to the donor” and the charity. “You can have a greater impact, over a longer period of time, with lower initial investment, and with greater convenience.”

In other words, spreading your generosity into budget-friendly monthly installments. It enables you to give more than you might in one lump sum. This is all while fitting into your regular finances. It’s automatic, hassle-free, and you can cancel or adjust anytime. This is stewardship that just makes sense: both practical and profoundly effective. 

Importantly, recurring giving also deepens your connection to the cause. When you commit to a monthly partnership, you’re not just dropping in a gift and walking away. You’re joining a family on mission. We will keep you in the loop about the impact you’re making. We will share stories of lives changing, and invite you into the journey through updates and prayer requests.

This fosters a heartfelt bond.

As fundraising research highlights, emotional connection plus evidence of impact is a winning combination for long-term support. We aim to give you both: the inspiring stories and the hard data. You will feel the difference you’re making and know that your trust is well-placed. 

Speaking of trust – we understand that transparency and accountability matter greatly. (In fact, 63% of Americans say trusting a charity before giving is essential.) Rest easy, The Joshua Fund has a strong commitment to financial integrity. We are a member of the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA). This means we adhere to high standards of ethics in fundraising, finance, and reporting.

The ECFA seal is our pledge that your gifts are mobilizing with intent to accomplish the mission. Every year, we undergo independent audits and publish annual reports so you can see how funds are mobilizing ministry. With over $100 million of investment in ministry programs since our inception, we have a proven track record of impact. Your donation is entrusted with prayerful stewardship to maximize kingdom results. Standing with Israel & Her Neighbors.

Tangible Impact: Your Gift in Action

Still wondering what exactly your contribution can do? Even modest monthly amounts have life-changing effects in the Epicenter. For example:

• $50/month can provide food and essential resources for a struggling family – keeping hunger at bay and reminding them they’re not forgotten.
• $150/month can help support a local pastor and his family in a problematic region – strengthening the front-line spiritual leaders who care for their communities under pressure.
• $250/month can fund a mother and her newborn’s needs for an entire year, or provide education to equip the global Church – investing in the next generation and the spread of God’s Word.

Whatever the amount, your monthly gift becomes an ongoing lifeline. It’s in a resource pool with others’ gifts to collectively make an enormous difference. “If you have given to The Joshua Fund, you are a part of over $100M of impact… to bless Israel and Her Neighbors in the name of Jesus.

Thank you!” our team emphasizes. Indeed, by God’s grace and your help, countless lives are being touched – the hungry are getting food, the sick are experiencing healing, the Gospel is going forth, the Church grows stronger. And there is so much more we can do together.

Standing with Israel & Her Neighbors – Now and for the Long Haul

The Bible tells us that those who bless Israel will themselves be blessed. While we don’t give in order to get, we cannot ignore the spiritual significance of aligning our hearts with God’s purposes. By supporting the work of The Joshua Fund, you are actively participating in God’s plan to bless Israel and Her Neighbors, to “seek peace and pursue it” (Psalm 34:14) in a region longing for true Shalom, and to hasten the day when “all Israel will be saved” (Romans 11:26) even as multitudes from every nation come to know the Messiah.

Standing with Israel & Her Neighbors. What higher calling could there be for a follower of Christ? 

Yet the opportunity to give is not only about prophecy or duty – it’s about love.

Love for the Land where Jesus walked. This is love for the people He wept over and died for – both Jews and Gentiles. Love that crosses ethnic and political lines to mirror the boundless love of God.

In giving, you are declaring to an age of despair. “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it” (John 1:5). You become the hands and feet of Jesus to the “least of these” (Matthew 25:40) in the Epicenter. 

So we invite you, with full hearts, to take the next step of faith. Commit to a generous monthly gift and become a part of this unfolding miracle. As one recent letter from our team encourages, we must do more. Will you bless Israel & Her Neighbors in the name of Jesus? Discover what blessings He will bring. The Lord is moving mightily in Israel and the surrounding nations. And, He is inviting you to join Him.

Will you be standing with Israel & Her Neighbors now – and for the long haul?

By saying “Yes,” you answer the call of both head and heart. You engage both the logical choice to maximize impact and the compassionate impulse to help those in need. You become an Epicenter Ally, standing steadfast through every season. And you store up treasure in heaven. This is where every soul touched and life saved will be a testimony to God’s glory. 

Now is the time to act, standing with Israel & Her Neighbors.

The needs are urgent, the opportunities like never before, and the promise of blessing is sure. Please stand with Israel and Her Neighbors, now and for the long haul, with a monthly recurring gift. Together, we can bless Israel and Her Neighbors now and for generations to come. Thank you for partnering with The Joshua Fund. You bring “hope to the Epicenter” – until the Lord comes, and our labor is complete. Standing with Israel & Her Neighbors.

References:

1. The Joshua Fund – Donate: Epicenter Ally (Monthly Giving) – “God prophesied in Genesis 12, ‘I will bless those who bless you.’ Will you bless Israel & Her Neighbors in the name of Jesus and discover what blessings He will bring?”joshuafund.com
2. The Joshua Fund – Home Page – “We exist to bless Israel & Her Neighbors in the name of Jesus.”joshuafund.com
3. Joel C. Rosenberg, A Biblical Perspective on the Middle East – “What’s happening in the Middle East right now is the most dramatic series of changes in the region since 1979 and maybe even since the rebirth of Israel in 1948.”joshuafund.com
4. Joel C. Rosenberg, A Biblical Perspective on the Middle East – “More and more Arab and Muslim countries are talking about peace treaties with Israel… If even part of this comes to fruition, it will mark one of the most significant breakthroughs in decades.”joshuafund.com
5. Joel C. Rosenberg, A Biblical Perspective on the Middle East – “More Jews and more Muslims are coming to faith in Jesus Christ than at any other time in history.”joshuafund.com
6. The Joshua Fund – Humanitarian Relief (Get Involved) – “With more than one in five Israelis living in poverty, the opportunities to bless both Jewish and Arab people are always before us… The Joshua Fund’s Israeli team currently provides food to 21 distribution centers serving more than 2,100 families monthly.”joshuafund.com
7. The Joshua Fund – Humanitarian Relief (Get Involved) – “Since our founding in 2006, The Joshua Fund has invested millions of dollars in blessing Holocaust survivors, the elderly, single mothers, homeless people, widows, orphans, and other poor and needy Jews, Muslims, and Christians in the Epicenter.”joshuafund.com
8. The Joshua Fund – Humanitarian Relief (Get Involved) – James 2:15-16 quoted (“Suppose a brother or sister is without clothes or daily food…if you do nothing about his physical needs, what good is it?”)joshuafund.com
9. The Joshua Fund – Latest News (Wartime Church Service) – vivid description of conflict: “Again and again, families ran to their shelters, prayed for protection… and braced for reports of what damage or death resulted.”joshuafund.com
10. The Joshua Fund – Latest News (Donor Support Enables Aid) – “Joel shares the strategic allocation of over $2.6 million in emergency aid since October 7.”joshuafund.com
11. Joel C. Rosenberg, A Biblical Perspective on the Middle East – “Jesus…also loved Samaritans, Gentiles… We must not neglect our Palestinian neighbors.”joshuafund.com
12. NextAfter Institute – Recurring Giving Study via NonProfit Tech for Good – “The number one takeaway…a recurring donation is not just of tremendous value to the organization – it is of tremendous value to the donor. They can have a greater impact, over a longer period of time, with lower initial investment, and with greater convenience.”nptechforgood.com
13. Neon One – Recurring Giving Statistics (2024) – Recurring donors’ average retention rate was 78%, vs. 38% for one-time donors, and their average giving lifetime was 8.08 years (versus 1.73 for non-recurring)neonone.comneonone.com. Annual recurring donor giving averaged $949, amounting to $7,669 over 8 yearsneonone.com.
14. Stelter Head vs. Heart: Marketing to Donors – Emotional appeals create empathy and quick actionblog.stelter.com, while rational appeals build credibility through facts (63% of Americans say trust in a charity is essential before giving)blog.stelter.com. A balanced approach (story and data) is best for long-term donor engagementblog.stelter.com.
15. The Joshua Fund – Financials & Impact – “If you have given to The Joshua Fund, you are a part of over $100M of impact contributed to bless Israel and Her Neighbors… Thank you! Please consider making a generous monthly recurring donation to show that you stand with Israel and Her Neighbors now and for the long haul.”joshuafund.com
16. The Joshua Fund – Ways to Give (Epicenter Ally) – Examples of monthly gift impact: “$50/month can provide food and essential resources for a family in need. $150/month can help support a pastor and his family… $250/month can fund expenses for a mother and her newborn for one year…”joshuafund.com
17. Lynn Rosenberg, Wartime Church Service (Latest News) – “At The Joshua Fund, we believe that God’s heart is to build His church, and that the gates of hell will not prevail against it… We are grateful to serve the spiritual leaders of Israel, in times of peace and in times of war! Please stand with Israel and Her Neighbors, now and for the long haul, with a monthly recurring gift. Thank you for helping us!”joshuafund.comjoshuafund.com