ABOUT ICC

The Israel Chesed Center is the 5 Towns' community response to the Simchat Torah Massacre and the ongoing war in Israel. Launched on October 8, immediately following the end of Simchat Torah, the ICC supports Chayalim,, Mefunim (displaced civilians), Kitot Konnenut (local security teams) and medical volunteers in Israel. The Israel Chesed Center has grown into the largest support organization in the US and offers the fastest and most efficient way to transport critical gear into Israel.

Since October 8, 2023, the Israel Chesed Center has:

• Sent over 10,000 duffel bags of gear to IDF bases and Security Teams, and over 2,000 bags of brand-new clothing and other supplies for displaced persons.
• Facilitated the purchase and donation of over $12,000,000 in gear.
• Transported 7 forty-foot cargo containers of medical gear, supplies and clothing to Israel.
• The Simcha Fund has shipped over 60 wedding gowns to Israel and approximately 100 suits for Chattanim and Bar Mitzvah boys.
• Held over 200 events for the community and welcomed thousands of volunteers into its facility to enable everyone to assist in the War Effort.