Samis Makes First Set of Emergent Needs Grants to State of Israel
October 16, 2023
| In the aftermath of the barbaric atrocities committed by Hamas in Southern Israel on October 7th, the Samis Foundation initiated a series of emergent needs grants to the State of Israel. Samis is committed to continuing its support for those directly impacted by the attacks and the resulting war. Use this blog post to stay updated on how Samis is taking the lead to support emergent needs in Israel and the Seattle Jewish community. ____ October 2023 State of Israel Grants Leket – $35,000 Debit cards for food purchases and food support for the elderly, homebound, and families at risk Municipality of Sderot – $35,000 Equipment for first responders and emergency teams, mental and emotional well-being of residents, and relief and respite for families Municipality of Ofakim – $30,000 Food baskets, basic needs, and respite for families Natal – $35,000 Support for telephone hotline and clinical therapists Tzalash – $15,000 Support for IDF soldiers including basic needs and emotional and spiritual support Total Grants – $150,000 ___ November 2023 Seattle Grants Jewish Day School Education Samis approved per capita funding for displaced Israelis in excess of local day schools expected costs. For Israelis who have been living in Seattle, Samis will fund all tuition assistance, both needs-based scholarships (Traditional Tuition Assessment) and middle income affordability (Day School Affordability). ___ An additional $350,000 in grants will be allocated to grantees in the State of Israel in December 2023. Grant details will be shared when available. |
