Annual Appeal

Our Annual Appeal provides funding for our social justice programs which support people facing challenges of disability or mental health issues, unemployment, financial stress, marital conflict or family violence, homelessness or other housing difficulties. We receive approximately 450 calls every month from people in our community who require immediate assistance.

Take the true story of Greg

Amongst those calls for help, was one from a diligent librarian of 20 years named Greg.  Unexpectedly retrenched with only enough redundancy to last 6 weeks, Greg's life changed suddenly.  Despite searching, he couldn’t find employment in such a short period, forcing him out of his home and into a cheaper, more distant flat in an intolerant area.

Greg's drug-addicted neighbours often banged on his door threatening to murder him. Terrified, he fled his unsecure accommodation. He was alone with no clear idea of the future, no means to support himself and no hope.

Thankfully Jewish Care could give to Greg

When Greg contacted Jewish Care, we quickly assisted him with transitional housing. Our financial and psychological counselling services also helped him assess his options, overcome depression and bring financial stability back into his life.

Thanks to the support of the community and Jewish Care, Greg has renewed confidence enabling him to secure employment as a librarian again.

Giving is in Greg's nature too

Despite undergoing overwhelming stress, Greg is now giving back to the community as a regular Jewish Care volunteer, contributing his time and skills by visiting our aged care residents and assisting Jewish Care with administrative tasks and donor relationships.

Helping thousands takes millions. And with many of our vital services receiving little or no government funding, it's the community's giving nature that ensures we can continue helping those who need it most.

This year, you can help us raise $5.3 million.

So please, give generously to the Jewish Care 2012 Annual Appeal by donating online or calling 1800 JEWISH (1800 539 474).

Let's turn lives around - together - in 2012.

Kind Regards,


David Smorgon OAM                     Bruce Rosengarten
Annual Appeal Patron                    President