Our Programs

Comprehensive support and enrichment for the Bukharan community

Community Assistance & Support

We provide vital support to families and individuals facing financial hardship, health challenges, or other difficulties. Our assistance program is designed to help community members maintain dignity and stability during tough times.

Goals

  • Ensure no community member faces crisis alone
  • Provide immediate financial assistance for urgent needs
  • Connect families with resources and social services
  • Support members during life transitions and hardships

Who It Serves

  • Families experiencing financial hardship
  • Individuals facing medical expenses
  • New immigrants adjusting to life in Israel
  • Seniors requiring additional support
  • Anyone in the community facing unexpected challenges

Impact

Since our founding, we have assisted over 500 families with emergency support, helping them maintain housing, access medical care, and meet basic needs. Our intervention has prevented evictions, enabled medical treatments, and provided food security to vulnerable community members.

How Supporters Can Help

  • Make a financial donation to our assistance fund
  • Volunteer to help coordinate support services
  • Connect us with community members who need help
  • Provide in-kind donations of food, clothing, or household items

Cultural Heritage Events

Our cultural programs celebrate and preserve Bukharan Jewish traditions through festivals, concerts, exhibitions, and heritage trips. These events bring the community together and pass traditions to younger generations.

Goals

  • Keep Bukharan traditions alive and vibrant
  • Create opportunities for cultural celebration and pride
  • Educate younger generations about their heritage
  • Strengthen community bonds through shared experiences

Who It Serves

  • All community members, from children to seniors
  • Families wanting to connect with their heritage
  • Youth seeking to understand their cultural identity
  • Community members interested in Bukharan arts and traditions

Impact

Our annual cultural festival attracts over 1,000 attendees and features traditional music, dance, cuisine, and crafts. Heritage trips to Central Asia have allowed 200+ community members to reconnect with ancestral lands. Language classes help preserve Bukhori and Tajiki among younger generations.

How Supporters Can Help

  • Sponsor cultural events and festivals
  • Share traditional knowledge, skills, or family stories
  • Volunteer to help organize events
  • Donate historical items or photographs for our archives
  • Participate in and promote heritage programs

Religious & Educational Programs

We offer Torah study groups, holiday celebrations, and educational workshops that strengthen spiritual connections and Jewish knowledge within our community. Programs are designed for all ages and levels of observance.

Goals

  • Deepen spiritual knowledge and practice
  • Celebrate Jewish holidays with Bukharan traditions
  • Provide accessible Torah education for all ages
  • Foster a supportive environment for religious growth

Who It Serves

  • Children and teens seeking Jewish education
  • Adults wanting to deepen their knowledge
  • Families celebrating lifecycle events
  • Seniors participating in Torah study groups
  • Anyone interested in learning more about Judaism

Impact

Over 150 children participate in our after-school education programs annually. Weekly Torah study groups serve 80+ adults. Our holiday celebrations bring together 300+ families, maintaining religious traditions and creating meaningful experiences across generations.

How Supporters Can Help

  • Sponsor educational materials and programs
  • Volunteer as a teacher or tutor
  • Support holiday celebrations and events
  • Donate books and educational resources
  • Help organize and promote classes

Youth Engagement & Leadership

We invest in the next generation through youth programs, leadership training, and mentorship opportunities. Young people are the future of our community, and we empower them to become confident, engaged leaders.

Goals

  • Develop leadership skills among Bukharan youth
  • Create positive peer networks and friendships
  • Connect young people with their cultural heritage
  • Provide mentorship and guidance for personal growth

Who It Serves

  • Teenagers ages 13-18
  • Young adults ages 19-25
  • Youth seeking cultural connection and identity
  • Students needing academic or career mentorship

Impact

Our youth programs serve 120+ young people annually through leadership workshops, community service projects, and cultural activities. Alumni of our programs have gone on to become community leaders, professionals, and engaged citizens who give back to the community.

How Supporters Can Help

  • Sponsor youth programs and activities
  • Serve as a mentor to a young community member
  • Support scholarships for youth leadership programs
  • Volunteer to organize youth events
  • Provide professional guidance or career advice

Get Involved

Every program we offer depends on the generosity of our supporters and the dedication of our volunteers. Whether you contribute financially, share your time and skills, or simply spread the word about our work, you make a real difference in the lives of community members.