The Jerusalem Post Charitable Fund was established in 1948 as a single project endeavor - toys for immigrant children. From its humble beginning it has flourished and now operates through the generous support of our readers and friends worldwide. There are now three separate Funds, which fulfill different basic functions:

THE FORSAKE ME NOT FUND

Donations help make the lives of our senior citizens a bit brighter. The Fund has provided for means for dignity and respect in their golden years, and ensures that they are neither forsaken nor forgotten. Their specific needs have been met through purchases of transport vehicles, provisions at clubhouses, community centers, or a host of specific requirements for the elderly.

THE TOY FUND

Donations help improve the quality of life for our children. Providing opportunities for summer camps, school supplies and even shoes, are a few of the needs that the funds have helped with.

THE WELCOME HOME FUND

Donations help new immigrants with their basic needs. Although the government supplies stipends to new immigrants, this allowance does not cover many of the essentials. Additionally, grants have been awarded annually to new immigrants as well as soldiers returning after years of compulsory service who wish to embark on higher education courses.

APPEALS

Appeals are made at various times to deal with immediate problems which we feel our readers would like to help. Present appeals are for the victims of terror. The Koby Mandell Appeal (www.kobymandell.org) was set up in coordination with the parents of Koby Mandell, who was murdered by terrorists on May 8, 2001. Projects include Camp Koby, a summer program for the siblings and orphans of those killed or injured; scholarships for other camps; after school activities and special quality of life programs for children injured in terrorist attacks.